Holladay House Bed And Breakfast

A charming, 1830s Federal style Virginia B&B, the Holladay House provides an inviting alternative to a typical hotel stay. Luxury rooms with whirlpool tubs, a library filled with books, parlor games, full gourmet breakfasts, homemade... more

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"Nice Weekend Getaway!" 11/23/2008
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Stayed On: 11/2008

This was my first bed and breakfast experience. I wanted to surprise someone special with a great weekend getaway from the city. Everything from the website to the accommodations was just amazing. The Holladay house is that special hidden place in... read more


"Restful Getaway" 10/5/2008
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Stayed On: 10/2008

This is by far the finest B&B I've have ever visited. The inn and rooms were immaculate and the breakfast was amazing. The inn has a wonderful feel to it and is not lacking any amenities. The owners are wonderful and Sharon’s chocolate chip... read more


"Great Weekend" 8/18/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

We loved our weekend at this inn. Sam and Sharon were the best innkeepers we have experienced. The rooms were spotless and breakfast was delicious. The rooms were spotless and very well maintained. We would stay here again in a hearbeat!

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"Exceptional Service and Hospitality" 8/18/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

Stayed at Holliday House for 3 days. I can't say enough about Sharon, the Innkeeper, and her family for making us all feel at home. The rooms exceeded our expectations, and the understated - and exceptional - service was first-rate. The... read more


"Beautiful Bed and Breakfast" 8/5/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

My girlfriend and I wanted to get away and meet in the middle of where we both live. Exactly 3 hrs. for each of us to travel put us in Orange, Va. The Innkeepers Samuel & Sharon made the trip complete from giving us total privacy to having a... read more


"Fantastic!" 6/3/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

Place was beautiful and kept up very well! The owners are wonderful, accomodating and great hosts. I would stay here again and highly recommend the place, and I am a particular person when it comes to service and cleanliness.

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"Charming and Romanitc" 3/30/2008
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Stayed On: 3/2008

We were very happy with our stay at Holladay House in Orange VA-the innkeepers, Sam and Sharon, were very helpful in assisting me in planning a perfect weekend getaway for my husband's birthday. Their suggestions for restaurants and which wineries... read more


"Excellent Stay at the Holladay House Bed and Breakfast" 1/29/2008
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Stayed On: 1/2008

We had such a wonderful experience at the Holladay House Bed and Breakfast. We stayed for New Year's Eve and Sharon went up and beyond the call of duty by booking us reservations at the local fine dining restaurant. Breakfast was unbelievable and... read more


"Wonderful Experience" 1/27/2008
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Stayed On: 1/2008

My daughter and I drove from New Jersey to Orange, VA to stay at the Holladay House Bed and Breakfast; this was our first experience at a BnB. We both enjoyed the stay and agreed that the Bed and Breakfast was a much better fit for us in relation... read more


"A Hot Tub Tonight at Holladay House" 1/21/2008
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Stayed On: 1/2008

We stayed just one night, but would have loved to stay longer. The room was comfortable and the hot tub was great! The decor is lovely. Breakfast was tasty -- flavorful and filling. I would highly recommend this B&B and will definitely stay... read more


"Relaxing & Restful Weekend" 8/30/2007
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Stayed On: 8/2007

We wanted a nice, low-key weekend at a bed & breakfast in a rural area, and this was perfect. Holladay House provided a pleasant, informal setting, convenient to downtown, easy to stroll about the area. The "Blue Room" was very nice,... read more


"Quintessential B & B" 7/16/2007
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Stayed On: 7/2007

I couldn't have had a more lovely introduction to the region than at the charming b & b where all my needs were attended to. The rooms were pristene and the proprietors bent over backwards to be helpful. They even agreed to accept a box... read more


"Best of the Best" 6/13/2007
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Stayed On: 6/2007

A superb experience. Facility is top notch, and service is nothing less than superb. A must stay B & B

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"Holladay was a Holiday" 6/2/2007
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Stayed On: 5/2007

Our experience at the Holladay House was truly extraordinary!! Sharon and Sam do all they can to make you feel right at home. They have done an excellent job maintaining the old home nature of the home while filling it with some "needed"... read more


"Enjoy Your Stay !!!" 4/25/2007
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Stayed On: 4/2007

Our stay in the Holladay House B&B over three days was a most pleasant experience highlighted by the outstanding attention to detail demonstrated by the owners, Sharon and Sam Elswick. Our suite, with whirlpool bath, had a very nice floor plan... read more


"A week of bliss" 4/9/2007
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Stayed On: 4/2007

I spent the first week of April at Holladay House. I have rarely met two people better suited to each other than Sharon and Sam, the host/owners, and I have never met people more suited to their chosen profession. The breakfasts were varied and... read more


"A winning combination--great house and great innkeepers!" 4/1/2007
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Stayed On: 3/2007

We picked this bed and breakfast based on the website and its location in downtown Orange, what we got was so much more. It turned out to be one of the best weekend getaways. The innkeepers were extremely friendly, they were always willing to help... read more


"Delightful country retreat" 2/24/2007
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Stayed On: 2/2007

I had read about this place in the Washington Post and was interested in it because it was just a short drive from the city (approximately 1.5 hrs), affordable, and sounded beautiful. It was one of the most hospitable places we stayed in. We took... read more


"Very friendly - needs to enhance the hotwater for the bath" 2/19/2007
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Stayed On: 2/2007

The management is very friendly and hospitable. The major negative was that we paid almost $200 (190+ tax) a night, for one of their nicest rooms with the expectation that we would use the two person whirlpool. There was not sufficient hot water to... read more

Innkeeper Response
We regret that this guest's stay was anything other than wonderful. As a small, family-operated business, we work extremely hard to make sure that all of our guests are comfortable, the atmosphere welcoming, and all amenities outstanding. After the guest reported the hot water problem to us, we investigated as soon as we could. The guest was in one of our luxury rooms, which includes a 110+ gallon whirlpool tub. Immediately after they checked out, we filled the tub to capacity. Using a thermometer, I tested the water temperature from the faucet as it filled, and then after it was completely full. At the faucet, the temperature was around 120 degrees, and after the tub filled to capacity, the water in the tub was about 115 degrees, which conforms to the recommendations of such government agencies as the Center for Disease Control. Any water hotter than 120 degrees poses a danger of scalding guests, especially children and elderly. I also checked the temperature settings on the hot water heaters, and all settings were appropriate. I suspect that the problem this guest encountered was a result of the fact that they were using the tub at peak water-usage times rather than the fact that the hot water heater was not working at all. So, all evidence suggests that the hot water problem this guest experienced is not necessarily a chronic or systemic problem, but rather a result of several factors combining to create a negative experience for them. We recognize that 110+ gallons is a lot of water to have to heat, and that filling this tub to capacity strains the hot water systems in this historic house. For that reason, we are in the process of installing an on-demand tankless water heating system that will be dedicated to the tub in that room. Our other room with a luxury tub already has its own dedicated water heater. Installing this system for the room in which this guest stayed will prevent this problem from occurring again.

- Sharon & Samuel Elswick (innkeeper)

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Holladay House Bed And Breakfast Bed and Breakfast
Holladay House Bed And Breakfast
155 W Main Street
Orange VA 22960-1528
USA
Phone: +1-540-672-4893
Toll-free: +1-800-358-4422
Innkeeper(s)
Samuel and Sharon Elswick
Rates:
$125 - $235

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Our Virginia bed and breakfast is well-equipped for romance. A whirlpool tub with chroma-therapy will set the mood in our Garden Room.The Blue Room, one of two original bedrooms in the 1830 section of this historical house.
We will provide a picnic lunch for you to enjoy in Taylor Park, directly across the street!We are delighted that our Virginia Bed and Breakfast is across the street from the Orange County Farmer's Market! We acquire most of our food from local vendors. The market comes to town every Wednesday and Saturday.
All rooms in our Virginia Bed and Breakfast are decorated in historical styles. The soft green trim in this room is the original color, providing a comfortable and relaxing setting.The Victorian Suite, one of two original rooms in the 1830 section of this historic Virginia Bed and Breakfast. This room is equipped with a gas fireplace, complete with the original Federal-style wooden mantel.
The Oak Room, with ample space, is decorated in antique oak furniture and warm Williamsburg colors.Melt away your stress in one of our premier suites. A romantically indulgent double-sized whirlpool jacuzzi tub awaits you in the Ivy Suite. This luxury suite also includes a cozy electric fireplace and original historic woodwork, including grained molding and hardwood floors.
Both our home and our trees have rich histories! Our English Oak came from James Madison's Montpelier, the colonial plantation of the Father of the Constitution. Montpelier is less than a 5 minute drive away.We host elopements and small weddings at our Virginia Bed and breakfast. Our most special moments as innkeepers have happened during these intimate and meaningful events.
The back porch and garden of our Virginia bed and breakfast create a nice place to escape for a cup of coffee.Historic Orange, Virginia - A Virginia Main Street Community. Holladay House is the only Main Street Bed and Breakfast in Orange!