The Virginia Cliffe Inn


  • House modeled after George Washington's headquarters in New York. The original home was built in 1897. All lumber was recycled and used to build the new home in 1974.

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    Styled in the tradition of grand plantation homes of the 18th century. The Virginia Cliffe Inn is nestled among the trees in Glen Allen, 12 miles north of Richmond, VA just two miles from I-95. The 6 acres ground fronts on historic Mountain Road near fine restaurants, shops, and historic sites. The grounds include a pond with a swan and a gazebo. The spacious four guest rooms in the main house include two king-size, and two queen-size rooms. The suite has an adjoining room for additional guests. All have private baths and are individually decorated. The Virginia Cliffe Inn is located just 10 minutes from Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens, The Museum of Fine Arts, the Science Museum, The Virginia State Capital, St. John's Church where Patrick Henry gave his memorable "give me liberty or give me death" plea and historic waterfront Shockoe Bottom.


    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Margaret & James(deceased) opened their Georgian-style home as an inn in 1998. James, a general contractor built the home by dismantled the original 1896 farmhouse on the property and building their home using all the useable material from the old home. Margaret takes pride in her old fashion home cooking. The Inn also hosts weddings allowing family and friends lodging for the event.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Other Pets: swan & ducks


    Features

    Type:

    • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Luxury Colonial Decor

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Christian Travel

    • Economical rates

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Honeymoons

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Ceiling fans

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • VCR

    On Site:

    • Amenities Basket

    • BBQ grill

    • Computer

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • Desk

    • Fax Machine

    • Fireplace

    • Internet Service

    • Piano

    • Telephone

    • Wedding Facilities

    • Wi-Fi

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  • Nightly Rate

    $125 - $150

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 4 pm-or call    Check out: 11am

    • Deposit amount required: 50% of 1 night's lodging

    • Cancellations: Less than seven days notice cancellations are awarded a gift certificate or rain date.

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: You may bring your own

    • Drinks available: N

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No


    Discount type

    • Corporate
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 2

    • Length of Stay
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 3

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: Adjust to guest schedule

    • Serving location: Overlooking gardens, Breakfast/dining area


    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Dessert

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages


    Special meal options

    • Vegetarian

  • Location Type

    • Historic Glen Allen

    • Six Acre Estate

    • VA

    • Suburban


    City

    • Richmond

    • Distance to city: 12 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take I-95 exit 84B to I-295 West. Travel 2 miles to exit 45B - Woodman Road South. Turn right on Mountain Road at the first stoplight. The Virginia Cliffe is 3/4 mile on the right.


    Airport

    • Richmond, VA (RIC) 20 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take airport drive to 295 to Washington. Stay on 295 West (towards Charlottesville) take exit 45B - Woodman Road South. Turn right on Mountain Road at the first stoplight. The Virginia Cliffe is 3/4 mile on the right.


    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • Nature area

    • Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens

    • Civic war battlefields 3-25 miles

    • 12 Miles from Kings Dominion

    • Maymont Estate 12 miles

    • 1 mile from Meadow Farm

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Golfing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

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    Write a review

    Excellence in Glen Allen

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    We stayed four nights with Margaret at the Virginia Cliffe Inn and they were all great. Our room was spacious and comfortable with lovely old furnishings; breakfasts were delicious and it was really nice to be able to talk to other guests as well as Margaret, who breakfasted with us. We were doing our own tour of some of the Civil War Battlefields and gleaned a lot of information form the guests and from Margaret and her family. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would happily return in the future.


    First Time B&B Excellent Experience!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    My fiancee live in D.C. and needed to get out of the concrete jungle. We saw this inn on the website, and loved what we saw, when we arrived it was just as quaint and welcoming as the pictures showed. We were greeted by Mrs. Clifton the owner who was so welcoming. The whole house and bedrooms were everything we wanted for our quiet getaway. We went into historic Richmond for dinner and came back for a relaxing summer night. In the morning Mrs. Clifton prepared a wonderful breakfast for us and we sat and talked in the dining room that looks out to the beautiful backyard with a lake. Mrs. Clifton gave us a wonderful Richmond history lesson. It was just the place, comfort, and wonder hospitality we wanted and we will definitely be going back very soon.


    Enjoyable

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    We enjoyed very much interacting with owner and staff and guests, especially at breakfast very gentile. Good southern cooking we enjoyed nearby botanical gardens.


    A Glen Allen Surprise

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event


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    My wife and I needed a place to stay overnight after a holiday party as we live 50 miles from town. The Virginia Cliffe Inn was a most pleasant alternative to a motel. The grounds were beautiful, even in the snow, and the service was excellent. My favorite part, however, was the wonderful full breafast we enjoyed with the innkeeper, Mrs. Clifton. We shall return!


    Outstanding hospitality

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on business


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    Lovely inn, beautiful grounds, hospitable innkeeper, amazing home-cooked breakfast. My best B&B stay ever!


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