Stanley, Virginia, is a rural community of over 1,700 residents nestled in the Shenandoah Valley. Known for its agricultural roots, Stanley features a small main street with independent businesses and homes with larger yards, oak trees, and scenic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The area is characterized by a mix of Colonial, farmhouse, ranch-style, and New Traditional homes, with land also available for purchase. Stanley serves as a bedroom community for the greater Harrisonburg area and attracts families, commuters, and retirees from the Washington, D.C. metro area. The community experiences about 20 inches of snow annually and has a low risk of flooding. Students attend Page County Public Schools, which offer career and technical education programs. Local attractions include Ed Good Memorial Park, Hawksbill Recreational Park, and Ralph H. Dean Park, providing amenities such as playgrounds, swimming pools, and sports fields. Jordon Hollow Stables offers year-round horseback riding tours, while Luray Caverns, located 8 miles north, showcases stunning natural formations. Dining options on Main Street include Ciro’s Pizza, The Coffee Shop, and Hawksbill Diner, with Coal Ridge Brewery nearby. Essential services are available, including a Food Lion grocery store, family medicine clinic, and Valley Page Memorial Hospital 7 miles north. U.S. Route 340 BUS runs through Stanley, connecting to U.S. Route 211 and Interstate 81, with Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport 48 miles south.
