Everything You Need to Know About Living in Ferrum, Virginia

Neighborhood Highlights

Nearby Attractions

Explore Ferrum College, enjoy nature at Philpott Lake, take a field trip to Blue Ridge Institute and Museum, drive along Virginia's Heritage Music Trail, or shop at the local Farm Fresh Markets.

Village Feel

With retail, shopping, and dining options conveniently located within walking distance, Ferrum offers a cozy, small-town experience.

Plenty to Do

Enjoy easy access to nearby rivers and lakes, live music venues, hiking trails, museums, farmer’s markets, and more.

About Ferrum

The welcoming village of Ferrum is a perfect place to call home, for everyone from young families to the young at heart. Explore continued learning, arts, and food at Ferrum College, or spend the day enjoying nature and the waterfront at Philpott Lake. Local farmers offer fresh meats, produce, and artisans’ crafts—and if you’re itching to get in the dirt, there’s plenty of available land to make your homesteading dreams come true.

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Life in Ferrum

Enjoy the waterfront on Philpott Lake
Concerts on the water
Ferrum College Graduation-Courtesy of Ferrum College
WooHoo at Waid
Ferrum College football
Ferrum College classroom
Wild Hare Farm-Courtesy of Wild Hare Farm

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