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The Hummingbird Inn

30 Wood Lane
Goshen, VA 24439-0147
United States of America

(540)997-9065
(800)397-3214
 
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Circa 1853. This early Victorian villa is located in the Shenandoah Valley against the backdrop of the Allegheny Mountains. Both the first and second floors offer wraparound verandas. The rustic den and one guest room comprise the oldest portions of the inn, built around 1780. Dinners are available by advance reservation (Friday and Saturday). An old barn and babbling creek are on the grounds. Lexington, the Virginia Horse Center, Natural Bridge, the Blue Ridge Parkway and antiquing are all nearby.

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The Hummingbird Inn

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Rates

$140 to $175

Payment types accepted include Visa, Travelers Checks, Master Card, Discover, Diners Club, American Express and Personal Checks.

Meals Included in Rates:

  • Breakfast
  • Snacks/Refreshments

Events Hosted

  • Weddings
  • Seminars
  • Romantic Getaways
  • Reunions
  • Meetings

Available Food Service

  • Early Coffee/Tea
  • Continental Breakfast
  • Full Breakfast
  • Country Breakfast
  • Vegetarian Breakfast
  • Picnic Lunches
  • Dinner
  • Snacks/Refreshments
  • Restaurant off Premises
  • Wine

Other Activities

  • Antiquing
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Live Theater
  • Museums
  • Parks
  • Shopping (Local Crafts)
  • Skiing Cross Country
  • Skiing Downhill
  • Wineries
  • Herb Farm
  • Working Grist Mill
  • Mineral Baths

Innkeeper(s)

Patty and Dan Harrison

Languages Spoken

Some French and Spanish

Rooms

This property has 5 total guest accommodations with private bath, 5 with fireplaces, 2 with whirlpools. The types of beds available include King and Queen.

Amenities In Room

  • Air Conditioning
  • Reading Lamps
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Snack Bar
  • Fireplace
  • Hair Dryer
  • Bathrobes
  • Bath Amenities
  • Wireless Internet Access

Amenities On Site

  • Library
  • Parlor Games
  • Phone
  • Fax
  • Fireplace
  • Limited Handicap Access
  • Television
  • VCR
  • Gift Shop
  • Trout Stream

Business Traveler Amenities

  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Hair Dryer

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The Hummingbird Inn

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Location: Mountains.


Recommended Restaurant(s)

  • Southern Inn, Sheridan Livery Inn - Lexington
  • Waterwheel Inn At Gristmill Square - Warm Springs
  • Cafe Michel - Lexington

Romantic Interest

Whirlpool tubs, double shower, fireplaces, candlelight dining, hidden benches in garden, fireplace on deck overlooking a rushing stream.

Historic Interest

Original room built in 1780 as a trading post for settlers coming through Goshen Pass. House completed in 1853 by William Teter, who invented the pull window shade. The house was passed down to his daughter, Pearl Teter, principal of the Goshen Schools. She married Joseph Wood who was the Goshen trainmaster, and they hosted Eleanor Roosevelt during her visit to the area in 1935.

Historic Awards:

  • National Register (Applied)

Historic sites nearby:

Historic Lexington, Stonewall Jackson House, Museum & Cemetery, Robert E. Lee Chapel (23 miles), Woodrow Wilson birthplace (35 miles), Jefferson Pools (20 miles)

Weather

Policies

Minimum Stay Requirements:Two nights on weekends
Cancellation:14 days, 30 days for holidays and special events, $25 administrative charge, one night's rate if less than 14 (30) days notice
Pets:Pets Allowed, Well-behaved dogs with prior arrangements and $10 per night per dog.
Smoking:Outside Only.

Publicity and Reviews

New York Times Escapes section, USA Today, Time magazine, Out Here (Tractor Supply magazine), Rockbridge Discovery, the Country Register, Purple Roofs e-news, Blue Ridge Country, Inn Spots and Special Places, WRIR, public radio Richmond, VA.

Rated By

3 Mobil Stars, iLoveInns Guests

Guest Reviews

Average rating: 5 hearts
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Promotional Rates and Packages:

And Baby Makes 3
Your lives are about to change. Your family is growing, and your chance to get away, just the two of you, won't be any easier – at least for a while! Celebrate your changing family and changing lives by taking a few days to pamper yourselves before you start pampering the new addition – with our "Babymoon" Getaway! Your stay includes: 2 nights in either the Allegheny or Franklin Room (Jacuzzi bath, a must) Roses / Chocolate-covered strawberries / Sparkling cider for Mom and wine for Da
Valid from 01/19/2010 through 12/31/2010.

It's Our Birthday!
We are celebrating Birthdays at the Hummingbird . Innkeeper Dan ( the BIG 61 ) in February and Innkeeper Patty in March ( she's not saying ), not to mention a couple of guys named Washington and Lincoln. So, if you are having a Birthday this year ( and we know you are ), we will take $.61 off your bill for every year you are celebrating, on any weekend ( Fri/Sat ) stay in February or March. Based on one member of your party only. Not valid with any other special.
Valid from 01/19/2010 through 03/30/2010.

Midweek Winter Special
February and March, Sunday - Thursday: Stay 2 nights, get the second night at 50% off, OR Stay 3 nights, get the third night absolutely FREE! Help us stay busy during the long, cold weeks of winter...we'll light a fire in the den! (Sorry, but this can't be combined with any other special or discount.)
Valid from 01/19/2010 through 03/30/2010.

Tax Relief 2010!
April is Tax month, but not at the Hummingbird Inn in Goshen. Stay with us throughout the month of April and we will pay your Taxes! (Sales and Lodging Tax for Room only(11%)). Uncle Sam would be proud! Not valid with any other special.
Valid from 01/19/2010 through 04/30/2010.

Get a Free Night at this inn

- One Night Free: This property is featured in Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns published by American Historic Inns. This guide features a certificate for ONE NIGHT FREE with the purchase of one night.

The dates this property will honor the certificate are Nov. 1-June 1

Travel Club Discounts: 25% off Dec. 1-May 1, Sunday-Thursday, excluding holidays (two-night minimum)..