The historic 250-year-old town of Leesburg in Northern Virginia exudes small-town charm while offering convenient access to the Washington D.C. metropolitan area. With great restaurants and shopping that people drive miles to visit right in your backyard, plus a strong network of bike trails and the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains always in view, rest and recreation are a natural part of the lifestyle. This community's rich past is reflected in its historic downtown, country homes and sprawling landscape—Leesburg was where Dolley Madison famously sought refuge during the war of 1812. Today, it serves as the seat of Loudoun County's government.