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Holladay House Bed & Breakfast

Holladay House Bed & Breakfast

155 W Main Street
Orange, VA 22960-1528
United States of America

(540) 672-4893
 

Circa 1830. The Holladay House in Orange, Virginia, provides an inviting alternative to a hotel stay. This 1830s Federal style brick B&B is in the heart of steeplechase races and foxhunting, only 90 minutes from Richmond and Washington, D.C. Relax on the side porch rockers. Browse the Civil War books in the library, sit by the fire or play a parlor game. Savor homemade treats and beverages. Luxurious guest bedrooms and suites boast family heirlooms with Victorian and Colonial antiques. Stay in a room that features a fireplace and two-person whirlpool tub. A hearty country breakfast with gourmet entrees is served in the spacious formal dining room. Visit the many historic sites and attractions nearby and in the surrounding scenic area of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

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Holladay House Bed & Breakfast



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Rates

$129 to $249

Payment types accepted include Master Card, Travelers Checks, Personal Checks, Visa, Discover and Cash.

Meals Included in Rates:

  • Breakfast
  • Snacks/Refreshments

Events Hosted

  • Meetings
  • Seminars
  • Honeymoons
  • Romantic Getaways
  • Weddings
  • Reunions
  • Luncheons
  • Afternoon Teas

Available Food Service

  • Early Coffee/Tea
  • Full Gourmet Breakfast
  • Vegetarian Breakfast
  • Picnic Lunches
  • Afternoon Tea
  • Snacks/Refreshments
  • Room Service
  • Restaurant off Premises
  • Wine
  • Catered Luncheons

Other Activities

  • Antiquing
  • Art Galleries
  • Bicycling
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Live Theater
  • Museums
  • Parks
  • Shopping (Local Crafts)
  • Sports Events, Major College
  • Wineries
  • Festivals
  • Horse Shows & Races
  • Historical Sites Montpelier
  • Monticello
  • Ash-lawn & Civil War Battlefields
  • Skydiving
  • Hot Air Ballooning
  • Skyline Drive
  • Blue Ridge Parkway

On-Site Spa Services

  • Massages

Off-Site Spa Services Available

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Transportation Services

  • Airport Pickup

Innkeeper(s)

Sharon and Sam Elswick

Rooms

This property has 6 total guest accommodations with private bath, 1 with fireplace, 2 with whirlpools, 2 suites and 1 conference room. The types of beds available include Queen and King.

Amenities In Room

  • Fireplace
  • Reading Lamps
  • Clock Radio
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Bathrobes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Television
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Hair Dryer
  • Ceiling Fans
  • DVD
  • Cable TV
  • Desk
  • Bath Amenities
  • Hot Tub/Spa
  • Two-person Whirlpool Tubs
  • Two-person Walk-in Showers
  • Complimentary Water Bottles
  • Luxury Sheets
  • Fluffy Towels
  • Robes
  • Ipod/cd Alarm Clocks

Amenities On Site

  • Parlor Games
  • Phone
  • PC
  • Fireplace
  • Library
  • Fax
  • Copy Machine
  • Computers
  • Limited Handicap Access
  • Homemade Cookies & Coffee/tea Bar Available 24/7
  • DVD Library
  • Popular Magazines

Business Traveler Amenities

  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Television
  • FAX On-site
  • Internet Access
  • Flexible Cancellation
  • Hair Dryer
  • Gym Nearby
  • Flexible Check in/out Times
  • Off-site Dry Cleaning Services
  • Desk
  • In-room Business Workstation With Color Printer
  • Pc With Internet Access
  • Exclusive Business Traveler Rates
  • Complimentary Printing
  • Facsimile Services
  • Flexible Check-in
  • Check-out Times
  • Concierge Services

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Holladay House Bed & Breakfast

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Location: Mountains, Country and Piedmont region of Virginia.


Recommended Restaurant(s)

  • Elmwood At Sparks, Palladio, Pomme.
  • The Light Well, Stonefire Kitchen, Bbq Exchange.

Romantic Interest

The evenings are softly lit with classical music softly playing in the background. Upgrade your stay with a fully-planned romantic itinerary (Aphrodite or Cupid Packages) or choose individual upgrades to create your own romantic escape.

Historic Interest

In 1830 this house originated as a mercantile shop, operating during the last 6 years of President James Madison's life. The house was once owned by one of President James Madison's grand-nephews, John Madison Chapman. During one of the Civil War skirmishes that were fought in the town's streets, according to local legend, a Confederate soldier died on the porch steps of the Holladay House. The Holladay Family owned this property for 101 years and ran their general practice out of the main part of the home.

Historic Awards:

  • City Historical Site (Granted)

Historic Memberships:

  • National Trust
  • Local Historical Society
  • Civil War Preservation Trust

Historic sites nearby:

James Madison's Montpelier (3 miles), Exchange Hotel and Civil War Museum (13 miles), Civil War Battlefields (25 miles), Thomas Jefferson's Monticello (29 miles), James Monroe's Ash Lawn-Highland (29 miles), rich regional history (1-25 miles).

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Minimum Stay Requirements:Two-night minimum during peak months and special events or holidays.
Children Restrictions:Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Cancellation:Cancellations in 10 days or less of the check-in date will be charged for the full reservation. If the room(s) can be re-booked, you will not be charged for the reservation. If the room(s) must be discounted to book them, then the customer who cancelled will have to pay the difference. No-shows will be charged the full reservation amount.
Pets:Pets Allowed and Pet is not allowed to stay in the room alone.
Smoking:Outside Only.

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9/19/2003

My husband and I have traveled from Florida to Long Island for nine years. We always stay at B&Bs. The Holladay House is truly one of the finest.

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Publicity and Press Reviews

* HGTV.com's TOP 10 Christmas Mantels of 2010
* TravelChannel.com's THE inn to visit in Virginia to connect with rich history, great architecture and unique stories.
* Cooking.com accepted the Holladay Family Buttermilk Biscuit recipe to immediate rave reviews
* Over the last two years, the Washington Post has featured our inn and our specials on three separate occasions.
* The Huffington Post covered the historic nature and history detective projects we are accomplishing at the inn., * PBS regularly airs a television program called “Road Trip to History,” produced by Oaktree Productions. The Holladay House is featured as one of the many historic properties in the Town of Orange.

Promotional Rates and Packages:

Valentine's Day Special
Stay at the romantic Holladay House B&B in February 2012 and get your third night at 50% off! That includes a third night with any of our Romance Packages: the Aphrodite Package and the Cupid Package!
Valid from 12/09/2011 through 02/29/2012.
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President's Day Package: The Bill Of Rights
Follow the Constitution Route and discover the homes and the landscape that influenced some of the greatest minds of America. Stay at the historic Holladay House Bed and Breakfast, a home formerly owned by President James Madison's grand-nephew. ADD A THIRD NIGHT AND GET 50% OFF THAT NIGHT! The Bill of Rights Package includes: * Two-night stay in either the Green Room, the Blue Room or the Oak Room. * 2 tickets to James Madison's Montpelier, 2 passes to Thomas Jefferson's Monticello, 2 passes to James Monroe's Ash Lawn-Highland and 2 passes to historic colonial Michie Tavern. * 10% discount at the Montpelier Gift Shop. * Picnic basket filled with cheese, crackers, fruit, sparkling water and dessert for one of your day trips. * Full breakfast each morning. * Itineraries, maps and driving directions. * Homemade cookies and beverages upon your return. Package price $499, double occupancy, including all taxes. Not available with any other discount.
Valid from 12/09/2011 through 02/29/2012.
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President's Day Package: The Constitution
Follow the Constitution Route and discover the homes and the landscape that influenced some of the greatest minds of America. Stay at the historic Holladay House Bed and Breakfast, a home formerly owned by President James Madison's grand-nephew. ADD A THIRD NIGHT AND GET 50% OFF THE THIRD NIGHT! The Constitution Package includes: * Two-night stay in either the John Madison Suite, the Ivy Suite or the Garden Room. * 2 tickets to James Madison's Montpelier, 2 passes to Thomas Jefferson's Monticello, 2 passes to James Monroe's Ash Lawn-Highland and 2 passes to historic colonial Michie Tavern. * 10% discount at the Montpelier Gift Shop. * Picnic basket filled with cheese, crackers, fruit, sparkling water and dessert for one of your day trips. * Full breakfast each morning. * Itineraries, maps and driving directions. * Homemade cookies and hot beverages upon your return. The Constitution Package price is $699, including all taxes, double occupancy.
Valid from 12/09/2011 through 02/29/2012.
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Civil War Tour Package
2011 marks the 150th Anniversary of the beginning of the Civil War. The Holladay House, a pre-Civil War structure (ca. 1830), was witness to skirmishes and daily war life over the entire 4 years of the struggle. Time spent here and touring will offer an opportunity to gain insights into those turbulent times. 3 days and 3 nights of touring and activities will be conducted by expert and engaging local historians. All details of the package and most meals are planned so you may spend your time soaking in the knowledge and stories of the area of that era. There is even time for a little shopping and individual sightseeing. Please visit our website for complete details and to reserve your seat on the tour: www.holladayhousebandb.com/packages.html The 3-day, 3-night all-inclusive Civil War Tour Package is $1649 per couple, including all taxes. Single occupancy pricing available.
Valid from 12/17/2010 through 12/12/2012.
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Bath Bliss!
Stay in on of our luxury suites, and let us be your bath sommelier. At a pre-arranged time, we will set the stage for a relaxing and romantic whirlpool bath experience: we will draw your hot whirlpool bath, surround the tub with lit scented soy candles, and complete the scene with chilled Barboursville Brut. Depart with a gift bag of locally handcrafted soap, bath sea salts, air freshing spray, and natural body lotion or oil. Price: $62, plus tax.
Valid from 09/15/2010 through 12/15/2012.
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Coffee Connoisseur
Stay at the Holladay House and embark on a VIP tour of the Orange County Roasters facility, where the our coffee beans are lovingly roasted. Have the opportunity to purchase freshly roasted beans onsite. Depart the Holladay House with a full 16oz. of Holladay House's Signature Morning Blend and your own Holladay House coffee mug. Coffee Connoisseur: $42, plus tax. 24 hour advanced notice required. Please note, scheduling is based on the roaster's schedule.
Valid from 12/09/2011 through 12/09/2012.
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Renew Vows In A Historic Setting
Renew your vows in a beautiful historic setting. The all-inclusive package includes: * One night in our romantic John Madison Suite. * Exclusive use of the 1830's parlor for one hour. * Arrangement of a Virginia-licensed officiant. * In-season Bride’s bouquet and Groom’s boutonnière. * A bottle of sparkling wine to toast the occasion! * Full gourmet breakfast for the bride and groom the next morning. * Late checkout – enjoy the ambiance until noon.
Valid from 05/05/2009 through 03/01/2012.
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Complimentary Wine Passes!
The Holladay House has arranged for complimentary winery tasting passes for our guests. The following wineries are included: Barboursville, Keswick, Prince Michel, Gray Ghost, Old House, Pearmund Cellars, Winery at la Grange, and Barrel Oak.
Valid from 05/05/2009 through 03/01/2012.
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Intimate Weddings Held Here!
The Holladay House is perfect for an intimate wedding of parties of 2 to 20 people. The innkeepers themselves had an intimate wedding at an inn a good number of years ago -- so they know exactly how to cater to the wedding couple! We have three different packages from which to choose. Simply contact us for the details, and we'll work with you to create the perfect wedding day: 540-672-4893 or innkeeper@holladayhousebandb.com
Valid from 05/05/2009 through 03/01/2012.
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Pet Friendly Inn
We welcome pets at our inn. We allow pets in the Garden Room. The room is on the ground floor with a private entrance. There is an additional fee of $25 per pet per night. The fee includes a “Welcome Basket” for your pet.
Valid from 05/05/2009 through 03/11/2012.
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One-hour In-room Massage!
Don't drive anywhere! The licensed massage therapist will come to you! Enjoy a one-hour massage in the comfort of your own room. The ultimate way to relax during your getaway, for only $89. (Sorry, massages are not available in the Green Room.)
Valid from 05/05/2009 through 03/01/2012.
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Cupid Package
This romantic package is perfect for a one-night stay and includes: * 1 romantic night in one of our three traditional guest rooms (luxury suite available for an additional $100) * a bottle of Virginia wine * a freshly baked, made-from-scratch, dark chocolate lava cake for 2 OR a fruit & cheese tray * gift certificate for dinner at one of several fine local restaurants
Valid from 05/05/2009 through 03/01/2012.
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Active Military Discount
Thank you to our active military personnel! 10% off your entire stay, any time, any day.
Valid from 05/02/2009 through 03/11/2012.
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Aphrodite Package
Perfect Romance for a two-night stay, this package includes: This package includes: * 2 romantic nights in one of our three luxury suites, which may include fireplaces, double-sized whirlpool tubs, private patios, and king-sized beds * two one-hour in-room massages * a bottle of Virginia wine * a freshly baked, made-from-scratch, dark chocolate lava cake for 2 OR a fruit & cheese tray * dinner gift certificate at a selection of fine local restaurants Price: $789 plus tax.
Valid from 05/02/2009 through 03/01/2012.
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Babymoon Package
Either before your bundle of joy enters the world or afterwards, this package includes: * A fruit, cheese & chocolate tray with sparkling cider upon arrival. * A pregnancy massage in the privacy of your room. * Gift certificate for dinner for two at a local fine dining restaurant. * Use of the portable crib, high chair and baby utensils if your bouncing baby is with you during your stay. Price: $189, plus the room rate
Valid from 05/02/2009 through 03/01/2012.
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