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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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"First Time Bed and Breakfast Visitor"

10/27/2009

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Stayed On: 10/2009

Our first visit ever to a bed and breakfast was at the Holladay House. We did not know what to expect, but we were pleasantly surprised. The hospitality shown to us made us feel like we were at home. The food was wonderful, something new each... read more

"Rainy Weekend in Orange"

10/26/2009

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Stayed On: 9/2009

We went on the Montpelier wine tasting excursion and enjoyed dinner at two excellent restaurants.

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"Perfect Place for a Holladay"

10/19/2009

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Stayed On: 10/2009

If you are ever in the Piedmont- Shenandoah NP area of Virginia, do not miss a chance to stay at this gem. The proprietress, Sharon is part 5 star chef, part sommelier, and part travel agent. Her husband Sam is Chamber of Commerce, local historian,... read more

"Wonderful innkeeper!"

10/16/2009

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Stayed On: 10/2009

My husband and I stayed here in early October and had a wonderful visit. The innkeeper, Sharon, couldn't have been more gracious and accommodating. It's obvious she truly loves what she does. Our room was immaculate, and I was surprised by how... read more

"Great VA B&B"

10/11/2009

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Stayed On: 10/2009

The quaint little town of Orange has a jewel of a B & B. It's a very historic building and the location is right in the middle of the town. The service was superior and the innkeepers were right there to give any help or advice needed. The... read more

"Great B&B - Great Inn Keepers!"

10/10/2009

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Stayed On: 10/2009

This was a romantic and restful getaway, complete with accommodations that included everything we could want. The Ivey Suite was very private, and yet Sharon provided the perfect compliment of social connection when we wanted it. The breakfast was... read more

"One of the Best B&Bs for US"

10/8/2009

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Stayed On: 10/2009

Our recent stay at the Holladay House was among the best in over 25 years of using B&Bs. Sam & Sharon are exceptional hosts who provided attractive and comfortable accomodations, delicious breakfast, and assistance in planning for our day's... read more

"our trip to virginia"

9/17/2009

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Stayed On: 9/2009

Sharon and Sam were so friendly,they made us feel like we were in our own home. The food was excellent. We plan to return to the bed and breakfast. The rooms were very,very comfortable to stay in.

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"Our Stay"

9/9/2009

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Stayed On: 9/2009

The Holladay House was our first experience with a Bed and Breakfast. It exceeded our expectations!! Sam and Sharon are great Innkeepers. The Breakfasts were impeccable. If we are back in the area, this is where we will stay.

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"We'll Be Back!"

8/10/2009

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Stayed On: 8/2009

We visited the Holladay House as a special birthday celebration for my wife. Sharon and Sam were wonderful and went out of their way to make us feel comfortable and at home. Breakfasts were delicious and memorable and Sharon made reservations for... read more

"Home away from home"

6/13/2009

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Stayed On: 6/2009

We spent 3 nights at Holladay house and by the end of the second day we were referring to it as home. It was a beautiful experience. Our host and hostess were absolutely delightful. Sam was very knowledgeable about all the local historical sites... read more

"Great experience"

6/12/2009

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Stayed On: 6/2009

We were only there one night but would have loved to stay longer! Very clean, beautifully decorated, excellent breakfast. Sam and Sharon were so gracious and helpful. We will definitely recommend to others.

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"Not a B&B fan before ..."

5/27/2009

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Stayed On: 5/2009

It is one thing to impress someone who is already a B&B lover. It is something else entirely to impress a person who (used to) dislike B&Bs. I'd only had one prior B&B experience, and as a result of that experience, was solidly... read more

"Historic/elegant/friendly"

5/6/2009

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Stayed On: 5/2009

Very friendly welcoming owners who could not do enough to make you comfortable. Lovely room and bathroom. Everything was in working order and very clean. Handy to attractions in the area. Great food. Would definitely stay there again. read more

"Above and Beyond!"

4/5/2009

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Stayed On: 4/2009

Our night at Holladay House was like spending a night in a museum! Sharon & Sam were the perfect hosts. Made us feel so comfortable we forgot to lock the door before going to bed. Breakfast was fabulous!! The perfect ending to a great week in... read more

"Wonderful Wedding"

3/24/2009

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Stayed On: 3/2009

We had our wedding at the Holladay House Bed and Breakfast on March 19, 2009. Sam and Sharon were absolutely wonderful. They provided everything we needed, right down to taking pictures for us. Since we had both been married before, we wanted... read more

"Charming old house"

3/15/2009

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Stayed On: 3/2009

Exceptionally friendly and gracious hosts. Nice touches include in-room DVD players, a surprisingly good instant coffee system, and a great breakfast. Some rooms can be noisy given its proximity to "major" roads within Orange, and the... read more

"excellent B&B"

1/27/2009

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Stayed On: 1/2009

Recommend highly for families -- we stayed there with our children, 14 and 10. Excellent rooms, friendly innkeepers. Local scenery is spectacular, especially the drive to Charlottesville (about 45 minutes south).

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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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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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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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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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