Wade's Mill

Gorgeous property. Oldest continously running mill in U.S. Owner knowledgeable, friendly and runs a wonderful small, working museum, with a walking trail to mill pond dam and a lovely gift shop. So many fresh ground mill products and local gift items and foods to choose from. Family friendly. We will be bringing family and friends here to visit again and again!

Luckily found this the day after they opened for the season! Very interesting old - but still working - mill. Most of the building is open for tours, provided by the owner. The mill is operated most mornings. Note that there are a lot of stairs involved, although the building appears to be as accessible as possible.
The lowest level houses their shop, offering their products as well as other local products.

My wife and I dropped by on a whim, on a Sunday afternoon and met John, the current owner of Wade's Mill. He was very friendly and gave us a tour of the mill, all while explaining the full and wonderful history of the mill, even going so far as to start the mill up for us. We bought several fresh ground flours and mixes, and look forward to using them. Wade's Mill is a wonderful hidden treasure off the beaten path, and was a great place for a visit! We will certainly visit again!

We visited Wade's Mill on our way south. And we so glad we did. The kids enjoyed running around, my wife has been enjoying the flour for bread making, and I enjoyed the rich history and country. We hope to pass through again.

John, current and 6th owner since 1700, was very pleasant and knowledgeable about the mill's history. The mill is a working mill and was established during the British colonies, by King George the VI. Recommend a visit.

This place is a hidden gem. It is an incredibly beautiful property with a adorable garden behind the mill. The owners are very kind and welcoming. Getting to actually see the mill in action from both the inside and the outside was nothing short of thrilling. I enjoyed every moment spent here in the fresh air surrounded by history and nature. We are so lucky to have this place tucked away in Rockbridge County! If you are in the area you must make a visit.

The owner was very nice and have us a brief history of the area and a tour and explanation of the mill.

Great place to stop for fresh flour, pancake mix, grits and other local goods. The owners are very helpful, friendly, and can direct you to other local gems.
If for nothing else, a great picture stop!!

The outside of Wade's Mill is a beautiful old stone building with crystal clear spring water flowing down the chute over a large water wheel, with lush green grass and moss growing all around with beautiful gardens and landscaping in the surrounding grounds. We were greeted at the entrance by a cute old pup that was glad to get a pat on the head. Inside, it was amazing to see how the mill mechanism worked through all four floors of the building. Everything was covered in flour and the floors and railings had a charming creak to them as you went up. You can even walk out on a small balcony at the top above the water wheel. They have old spec drawings of the system and other historical facts about the mill posted all around. It was very fascinating! They also sell their milled products and other novelties and gifts in the gift shop on the ground floor too. Great for families and history buffs. Highly recommended all around!

My husband and I had a wonderful get away at this perfectly charming cabin. I'm an avid bread baker so this was a dream come true for me! But even if you are not into that....every little nook and cranny was just perfect. The cabin, the mill, the property, the hosts...and the sweet dog! I would definitely stay here again!

Great place. Met the owner John and he gave us a private tour of the place including all the background. It's a wonderfully old business that remains relevant today. Lots of great stone-ground products you can buy right there. There are starting to work with chefs and restaurants across the region. Support this business, it definitely worth keeping this tradition going. Beautiful setting too!!!

The new miller is very friendly and competent about what he is doing. If you were more familiar with the mill under it's last owner, be ready for a little bit of a change if you visit again. The shelves are still well stocked with different food products, but now fewer cooking utensils and the like are out. I don't consider this a negative change though. I found the new owner to have more passion about what he's doing.
I'm originally from Georgia, so I care about my grits. The white corn grits ground here are really good, and if you let them cook for a good while on the stove particle size is just right, and the flavor will run laps around Quaker brand.
The drive to Wade's Mill from 81 is a stunning one. I'm a real sucker for rolling hill countrysides, and on your way to the mill that's the view for miles. I loved it.

Historical operating mill fresh ground flours/ mixes with homemade jams , applebutter.
What a beautiful place a great part of Virginia history .host of the applebutter fest with arts/ crafts music food and all kind of gifts and keepsakes .
A must go to

Historic mill that has been operational since 1754. Engaging and knowledgeable owner plus a great shop on the ground floor.

Wade's Mill is wonderful piece of history. This old grist mill still functions after all these years! The mill is situated on the old Benjamin Borden Land Tract. He was my ancestor. The land in this area was originally given as inheritance to his daughter also my ancestor. The area in beautiful with rolling hills and creeks. The cornmeal I bought from the mill made amazing cornbread!

Wonderful owners and a beautiful piece of working history. Took my family today and the owners gave us a tour and let my 5 year old help with the start up of the mill. Had great local products in gift shop. A must see if your in the area!

My husband and I unexpectedly came upon Wade's Mill on Friday, August 12, 2016 and were pleasantly surprised by the enthusiastic welcome that we received from the new owner. We had been exploring the area and when we saw the "Mill Open" sign on the property we curiously approached the building. Inside there were bags of freshly ground (dated as such) bags of wheat, corn and other grains, local honey, jams and some stationery depicting the mill. There was a sign saying that the proprietor was busy upstairs and we should call up to him if we needed anything. We did so, but since he was immersed with his work there was no answer so my husband crept up the steps to get his attention. He immediately stopped what he was doing and eagerly showed us around the mill, explained its history and how it worked. He even invited us to feel free to walk around the property. We are home now and I just made some loaves of bread with the whole wheat flour that I purchased and it is heavenly. My husband and I would like to thank the new owners of Wade's Mill and wish them well as they embark on their new adventure in milling.

We visited there last Saturday and really enjoyed seeing this beautifully kept 1749 mill. John, the owner, was very informative and a pleasure to meet. I bought the Bloody Butcher grits and cooked up a pot of them this morning. YUMMMM. Best grits I've had in a long time. Thanks John!

Nice owners, amazing business in operation since 1750, and in a beautiful setting.

Wade's Mill is a wonderful stop in the Shenandoah Valley. Miller Jim Young and his wife Georgie make great products and they also have a neat little kitchen ware shop. Their corncake pancake mix it delicious, but then so are all of their products. Georgie offers cooking classes and dinners which are very special, held in their historic home.
Make it a stop on your next trip on I-81.