An Inside Look at Halifax County’s Amish Community (Part 2)

Here’s the second in the series on Halifax County’s Amish population. Thanks go to Dr. Roger Long for taking the time to put this series together.

What businesses do the Amish population run in Halifax County? Dr. Roger Long took the time to compile this list for them.

Amish Community Businesses in Halifax County, VA

This working settlement lies just NE of Halifax and between US Hwy 501 and US Hwy 360

(Along state routes 603 & 626 from Liberty, Nathalie, Lennig, & Crystal Hill, before Mt. Laurel/Clover)

Note: Homes and schools are not open to the public, but you’ll be welcomed at the businesses listed below and will enjoy traveling through the scenic and peaceful Halifax countryside.

Miller’s Country Store – Harry Miller, Jr.

1211 Hunting Creek Road, Nathalie – 24577 –  434-349-9425

Groceries, basic Amish cooking supplies, drinks (also, bulk goods & more!)

Open Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri-8AM-5PM; Sat. 8am-3pm. Closed Thurs & Sun.

Nathalie Metal – Roofing and Siding – Toby Detweiler

1058 Doctor Merritt Rd; Nathalie, VA  24577 –  434-349-9070

Roofing and Siding made to order and installed.   Also Hay for Livestock

Open Monday-Saturday 8AM-5PM. Closed Sundays.

Cedar Lane Sheds and Storage Buildings – Danny Byler

1025 Morton’s Ferry Rd Nathalie, VA  24577 – 434-454-9896

Also, Hardwood furniture, Butter & eggs; Crafts; Quilts, quilting supplies;

Open Monday-Saturday 8am-5pm. Closed Sundays

New Hickory Furniture Shop – Daniel Coblentz

3090 Hunting Creek Rd, Nathalie, VA. 24577 – 434-454-6213

Rustic Handmade Amish furniture, Also Baked goods – Fri. & Sat.

Animal feed, Fencing supplies. Open Mon.-Sat. 8am-5pm. Closed Sun.

Harness and Tack Shop – Robert Coblentz

1010 Morton’s Ferry Rd;  Nathalie, VA. 24577 – 434-454-4102

Harness & tack supplies. Open Mon.-Sat. 8am-5pm. Closed Sun.

House Painting – Henry Byler, Jr & Farrier {shoes horses} – David Troyer

1048 Talley Loop Trail, Halifax, VA 24558 – 434-454-7052

Available by appointment – Monday-Saturday 8am-5pm. Closed Sundays

Hi-Tensile Fencing for Livestock – Jesse Gingerich

4097 Hunting Creek Rd, Nathalie, VA. 24577 – 434-454-7478

Installs fencing for livestock, + sheep farming & masonry work

Open Monday-Saturday 8am-5pm. Closed Sundays

Blue Ridge Accents Greenhouse – Simon Yoder

3130 T.N. Snow Rd. Nathalie, VA  24577 –  434-454-6881

Hanging baskets, annuals & perennials (Seasonal) Railing & Decking supplies,

Vinyl Fencing, Straw for sale Open Mon.-Sat. 8am-5pm Closed Sun.

Events: – Auction & Dinners

An Amish Auction is held at the Daniel Coblentz Farm. (Saturday in May) Call 434-454-6213

Consignment auction: Indoor/outdo & flea market, – wide variety of Amish foods, deli, & bakery,

Buggy rides (Come to meet your neighbors, and bid on a wide selection of farm & home items)

Amish Dinners are held from time to time to benefit Amish School – Contact one of the following:

Simon Yoder at 434-454-6881 or Robert Coblentz at 454-4102 or David Troyer at 454-7052