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Inn on Poplar Hill
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  • Inn on Poplar Hill Video: Step back in time and enjoy our gracious southern hospitality. Located in historic Orange Virginia, the Inn on Poplar Hill offers over 28 acres of park-like grounds. Just two blocks from downtown Orange, it is an easy walk to dining, antique and specialty shops, and the James Madison museum. Exceptional wineries, sparkling lakes, Civil War Battle fields, Montpelier (the home of President James Madison), and the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains are all just a short country drive away. Just 90 minutes SW of Washington DC and 35 minutes North of Charlottesville. Come Explore!

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  • Inn Details

    Step back in time and enjoy our gracious southern hospitality. Located in historic Orange Virginia, the Inn on Poplar Hill offers over 28 acres of park-like grounds. Just two blocks from downtown Orange, it is an easy walk to dining, antique and specialty shops, and the James Madison museum. Exceptional wineries, sparkling lakes, Civil War Battle fields, Montpelier (the home of President James Madison), and the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains are all just a short country drive away. Just 90 minutes SW of Washington DC and 35 minutes North of Charlottesville. Come Explore!

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Quilting and gardening are our passions. Guest are invited to snuggle up in front of the fire under one of Victoria's hand made quilts or stroll in the meadow of wildflowers.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Number of Cats: 2

    Number of Dogs: 3

    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • 4 miles of walking trails on 28 acres

    • Award Winning Chocolate Chip Cookies

    • Coffee at your door in the AM

    • Family and Pet Friendly

    • Game Room with Billiards

    • Murder Mystery Dinners

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Fitness

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Private entrance

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • Turndown Service

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • DVD Player

    • Internet Service

    • Library

    • Piano

    • Radio

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • Billard Table

    • Fishing Pond

    • Grand Piano

    • Hammock

    • Steam Shower

    • Walking Trails

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  • Murder Mysteries

    12/11/2011 - 12/25/2012

    The Inn on Poplar Hill has been hosting Murder Mystery Weekends since 2002 A murder can be a perfect way to bring your group together. Imagine your friends and family working to solve the crime, with the theme of your choice. Guests will assume a persona, don the appropriate attire, discover clues, uncover motives and finally crack the case. Played over a four course gourmet dinner, our Murder Mystery Dinners are so much fun they are almost criminal. All that is required is a sense of humor and a willingness to take a light hearted attitude toward blackmail, sex, larceny, deceit and murder. The game is played over dinner. During a series of rounds your job is to solve the mystery, discover the murderer, and prove yourself innocent of the crime.

    Military Rate (active duty)

    12/11/2011 - 12/25/2012

    We always offer a 10% discount to active military personnel.

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  • Blue Willow Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $179/$199

    Magnolia

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      1 King

      2 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $159/$179

    Garden Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$159

    Victorian Rose Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$159

    Libary Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $159/$179

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3:00 - 8:00 PM    Check out: 12:00 AM

    • Minimum stay: two nights on some weekends

    • Deposit amount required: A credit card is required to hold your reservation.

    • Cancellations: Cancellations require 10 days notice. If a cancellation notice is received within 10 days of the arrival date, every effort will be made to re-book the room. No charges will be incurred if we are able to book the entire reservation. However, you will be charged the room rate for the nights we are unable to rebook. No shows/No calls will be billed for the entire reservation. Murder Mystery Weekends, UVA Graduation, and Whole House rentals require 30 days cancellation notice.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: Limited

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Free soda and snacks are provided

    • Drinks available: Y

    • Children allowed: By special arrangement only

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • Military
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 2

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Country

    • Time Served: 8:00 - 9:30

    • Serving location: in the garden, on the wrap around porch, Dining Room, Guest room

    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Signature Dish

    Pumpkin Pecan Waffles
    Thick fluffy pumpkin waffles are served with toasted pecans and maple syrup served hot from the griddle

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    Additional food services

    • Home Made Cookies

    • Murder Mystery Dinners

    Recipes

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Broiled Grapefruit
    Serves: 2
    Prep time: 10 min

    Eggs in a Nest
    Serves: 4
    Prep time: 30 min

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  • Location Type

    • Small town

    • Wine country

    City

    • Charlottesville

    • Distance to city: 35 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From Charlottesville or Richmond Rt 64 to RT 15 North 20 miles to Orange. Left into driveway 25 feet South of the Intersection of RT 15 and RT 3.

    Airport

    • Washington DC, DC (IAD-Dulles) 75 miles

    • Directions to property:
      RT 28 South to RT66W 29 South 40 miles to Culpeper RT 15 South 20 miles to Orange. Left at T intersection. We are the second driveway on the Right 25ft. South of the intersection of RT 15 and RT 3.

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Civil War Battlefields

    • Hot Air Ballooning

    • James Madison Museum

    • Monticello

    • Presidential Homes

    • Montpelier

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • River

    • Ruins

    • Ski area

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Billiards

    • Bird watching

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Horseback riding

    • Wild flower meadow

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

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    My review has come a little late, but better late than never

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    We were guests at my brother in-laws wedding, the wedding was held on Marty and Victoria's grounds, it was truly beautiful. Victoria is an excellent cook and Marty is a fantastic conversationalist ( but not too much ). My husband and I had our 22 month old son with us ( this was almost 3 years ago ), and he woke me up Very early in the morning, no matter if it was 6:30 or 8:30 ( and it was usually 6:30 ), when I got up with my little man, there my morning coffee was right outside my door on a little silver platter. We stayed for 4 days and Victoria and Marty took care of me every morning. They even brought out a highchair for our little guy that was their grandchild's I believe, Wow! Our finances are a little tight currently, but when things turn around I would definitely love to return, maybe even for a murder/mystery event, now that would be fun!

    Great Personable Hosts at Inn On Poplar Hill!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Planning a vineyard and winery tour of Virginia, my wife and I chose the Inn on Poplar Hill to stay as our very first B&B experience from 6/25 thru 6/26/11. We were not disappointed. From the time we made our first reservations, Marty and Victoria provided fantastic, personal customer service. Unfortunately, my wife and I had to change our reservations twice prior to our stay. Marty, was so accomodating and understanding allowing us to make changes as well as even upgrading our room because the same room was no longer available for the date we wanted - AT NO CHARGE! Not only do Marty and Victoria offer great customer service but also offer fantastic personal conversation and friendliness. They treat you as if they've known you for years! Victoria is a fantastic cook and breakfast was delicious! The breaksfast choices for the morning we stayed included french toast stuffed with cream cheese and jam and what Victoria called "Eggs Benny', a take on Eggs Benedict. A poatched egg topped a slice of Polenta and a slice of tomato. A hollandaise sauce with fresh chopped basil picked right from their own garden covered the dish. Absolutely amazing!! I've never had a poatched egg before but loved the breakfast. My wife and I are already attempting to plan a November trip with other family members for perhaps a Murder-Mystery weekend at the Inn on Poplar Hill. We would both absolutely recommend a stay with Marty and Victoria, they are great hosts!

    Beautiful and relaxing weekend!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 18-25 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    We thoroughly enjoyed our weekend at the Inn on Poplar Hill. The rooms are gorgeous and the grounds surrounding the home are breathtaking. Breakfasts by Victoria were fantastic as well. Just a short 25 min drive from Charlottesville, you have the opportunity to experience the beautiful countryside as well as the many wonderful wineries nearby.

    outstanding

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Very relaxing, a great get away weekend place. You can walk the grounds and feel like your in a different place. The fishing is fun and quiet as you sip on a drink. The innkeepers cater to you like nothing else. I have certain food allergies and Victoria fixed me a breakfast that was perfect. I would recommend this Inn in a heart beat.

    wonderful stay

    About the reviewer

    • Between 18-25 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    My boyfriend and I wanted to go on a relaxing short trip to the countryside to get some downtime, and so we booked the Garden room and had an amazing time. The best part about the room was that it came with a steam shower that I will definitely look into getting one day. Marty was extremely friendly and helpful in recommending places to go and see around the b&b. Also, we were pleasantly surprised by Victoria's 3-course gourmet breakfast that was delicious! The property is beautiful, and we really enjoyed the many trails behind the house. Definitely coming back! :)

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