There are so many wonderful places to live in Virginia. Whether you're more at home at the beach or in the mountains, you'll find that Virginia's varied landscapes are suited to almost any preference. Recently, one of Virginia's very own cities was named among the best places to live in the U.S., and frankly, we're not surprised! Tucked away in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Charlottesville is easy to love. With a fascinating history, beautiful natural wonders, and a charming, laid-back vibe, you might just be tempted to up and move to this corner of Virginia.

Commonly referred to as CVille, this picturesque town has recently been recognized as one of the best places to call home. Although it's hardly the first time Charlottesville has been praised for its charm.

A recent publication by Livability ranked Charlottesville in the top contenders of the nation's best places to live for several reasons: local restaurants, beautiful outdoor spaces, access to higher education, diversity, local art, and much more.

If it's your first visit to Charlottesville, you'll definitely want to take advantage of the surrounding wine country. There are so many nearby wineries and vineyards, and each is worth sampling!

Some of the most popular wineries near Charlottesville include Barboursville, Jefferson Vineyards, Michael Shaps Wineworks, Early Mountain Vineyards, and King Family Vineyards.

Consider yourself more of a beer fan? Not a problem! There are countless breweries to sample in the Albemarle County region, including Three Notch'd, Blue Mountain Brewery (photographed below), Devil's Backbone, Decipher Brewing, and more.

Charlottesville is also just a quick drive from some of the best hikes along the Blue Ridge Parkway and Shenandoah National Park. No matter the time of year you visit, you can look forward to positively breathtaking mountain scenery.

Once you've worked up an appetite, you'll be pleased to discover that there are countless restaurants worth trying.

Favorites include Lampo, C&O Restaurant, the Ivy Inn Restaurant, Bizou, Orzo Kitchen & Wine Bar, and many more.

So the next time you're planning a getaway in Virginia or perhaps are considering moving, you might find that Charlottesville has a little something for everyone.

Have you visited Charlottesville recently? Do you agree that it's one of the best places to live in the U.S.? Be sure to share your thoughts with us in the comments below -- we'd love to hear from you! For more information about fun things to do in Charlottesville, you can follow Experience Charlottesville on Facebook.