South of the City of Charlottesville on route 20 south you’ll find the Scottsville Historic District, located along the horseshoe bend of the James River. Downtown Scottsville is home to 153 buildings of nationally-recognized historical significance. Scholars and fans of classical architecture will find a cornucopia of architectural styles throughout the Scottsville homes of the Historic District, including greek revival, colonial revival, and craftsman homes.

The Architectural Review Board of the town protects the integrity of its architectural inheritance, reviewing any and all requests for exterior changes to the Scottsville homes and buildings in the historic district. The result is a town that fosters a thriving commercial environment without sacrificing its historical inheritance.

Scottsville is a mere thirty minutes from the City of Charlottesville via Route 20 South. The City is home to the University of Virginia and nationally recognized employers such as LexisNexis, Willowtree Apps, and the University of Virginia Health System. Route 20 is also home to a thriving community of award-winning wineries, among them Blenheim Vineyard, Jefferson Vineyard, and First Colony Winery. Route 20 also takes Scottsville residents directly toward Monticello High School, named for Thomas Jefferson’s nearby estate. MHS boasts faculty that have been recognized with the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching.