White Birches Inn
** VOTED #1 BY INN-TRAVELERS-TOP 15 B&B's IN THE U.S.-FIVE YEARS IN A ROW-Arrington's Book of Lists *****The only B&B in Abingdon that can offer you a king-size bed,in-room fireplace, oversized whirlpool tub with a separate walk-in tiled shower.*** Large, tastefully restored early, twentieth century home in the Historic district. A wonderful outdoor room, complete with antique wicker and paddle fans, overlooks the informal English garden ,Koi pond with garden train and private walled courtyard. Guests will enjoy watching the sheep grazing beyond the gazebo. The inn is centrally air-conditioned and decorated with up-scale English and American antiques. Oriental rugs decorate all the floors, even the bathrooms. The five guest-rooms are complete with private in-room baths. Numerous amenities await the discriminating guests, such as: working gas log fireplaces; plush velour robes; color TV/VCR & DVD players;CD players; whirlpool baths with separate tiled showers. A full silver service breakfast served in the formal dining room; along with afternoon refreshments and a turn-down with chocolates on the pillow at night.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Historic District
- Downtown
- Small town
- Nearest major city: Bristol, VA (15 miles)
- Directions to property:
I-81 exit 19 to Main Street-turn right @ Hutton St. turn left on Valley ST. right on Whites Mill Rd. 5th house on right - Nearest major airport: Tri-City Airport, TN (TRI-Tri-City Regional) 30 miles
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: Rooms & Suites
- There are 5 guest accommodations (5 with private baths)
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 150.00 and $ 179.00
Amenities
| In Room | |
| Air conditioning | Alarm clock |
| Bath robes | CD player |
| Ceiling fans | DVD Player |
| Data port | Desk |
| Fireplace | Hairdryer |
| Hot tub/whirlpool tub | Internet Service |
| Ironing Board | Radio |
| Satellite/Cable TV | TV |
| Telephone | Turndown Service |
| VCR | Wi-Fi |
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| On Site | |
| BBQ grill | Board games |
| Computer | Copier |
| Fax Machine | Library |
| Videos | Wedding Facilities |
Meals
- A Full breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: 7:30 am - 9:00 am
- Breakfast is served in the Formal dining room
- Additional food services included in room rate: Afternoon refreshments, Non-alcoholic beverage, Wine/cheese
Policies
- Minimum stay required (two night minimum most weekends)
- Smoking is allowed in limited areas (outside in courtyard)
- We cannot accommodate guest pets
- Limitations on children staying (Over 12 years)
- No childcare is provided
- Consumption of alcohol is permitted (wine provided)
- Deposit amount required (Varies)
- Check in time is 3:00 pm and Check out time is 11:00 am
- Cancellations:
•There is a $35 cancellation fee for booked rooms.
• We have a ten-day cancellation policy: Reservations cancelled within ten days of your visit are subject to a charge for the entire stay. If room is rebooked, charge is refunded less $35 cancellation fee. - Accepted by the following agencies:
- Bed & Breakfast Association of Virginia
- CAIK
- Chamber of Commerce
Discounts available:| | | Govt & corp | |
| | 15% | Length of Stay | Minimum stay: 4 days |
Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Michael and Paulette Wartella
Michael & Paulette Wartella are the owners/innkeepers. Mike can most often be found in the garden, tending his "prized" koi or at the "Little Creeper" - an LGB garden train which he loves to operate for guests. He says; "If Paulette isn't here, she's in some antique shop hunting treasures". - The innkeepers speak: English
- There is one dog on the property
Area Attractions
Amusement Park, Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Barter Theatre (live theatre) Arts Depot,Historic Tours,Carriage Rides., VA Creeper Trail, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area, Vineyard, Winery, Zoo
Onsite or Nearby Activities
Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bicycles, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Hunting, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, Barter Theatre, Virginia Creeper Trail, William King Art Museum, Virginia Highlands Festival, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Ski rentals, Snow shoe rental, Snow shoe trails, Swimming, Swimming pool, Table Tennis, Tennis courts, Tennis racket rental, Water sports
Abingdon Nearby Cities
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