By The Side Of The Road Bed and Breakfast

By the Side of the Road Bed & Breakfast,in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Harrisonburg's award-winning luxury travel destination. FIREPLACES, FEATHERBEDS, GOURMET FARE with THREE Incredible Cottages and FOUR luxury... more

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"Getaway Weekend from DC" 8/29/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

This is our third stay at this wonderful B&B and we will definitely return again. The cottages are cozy, clean and have many amenities. The owners are friendly and very accommodating. This is one of the jewels of the Shenandoah Valley and a... read more


"Excellent" 8/23/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

We stayed in the Quill Cottage. It was absolutely wonderful! It was a pre-baby getaway and we greatly enjoyed it! The cottage was clean, inviting and had everything you could possibly need!!! Brian and Rebecca

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"Perfect simple honeymoon" 8/10/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

My fiance and I planned a small wedding at my sister's home and wanted a nice place to stay for the weekend. Originally thinking we would want a cottage, we opted for the main house. This was a first B&B visit for both of us and we were so... read more


"By the Side of the Road B&B" 7/15/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

We will stay at B&B's now more often.

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"Comfortable Get Away Den" 7/7/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

We loved the comfortable club chairs and good reading light in the living rm of our suite. The bed was also very comfortable and had good reading lights which are rare in B & Bs. The owners don't mingle much with the guests, but they are nice... read more


"Great" 5/30/2008
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Stayed On: 3/2008

Great

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"Must Stay" 5/29/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

My wife adn I celebrated our 5th anniversary at "By the Side of the Road". The innkeepers were extremely thoughtful and kind, not to mention the fact that the rooms was impeccable and the bed comfortable. I would recommend this B and B... read more


"A wonderful return visit!" 4/28/2008
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Stayed On: 4/2008

This was our 3rd visit to By the Side of the Road, visiting our daughter who attended JMU. We have loved it each time. The cost is a little high for the private cottages, but we find it well worth the extravegance. The cottages are so nicely... read more


"Romantic getaway" 3/1/2008
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Stayed On: 2/2008

The privacy was perfect! THey brought a warm breakfast to our door each morning that was absoloutely delicious! The cottage was very cute and the huge jacuzzi tub in front of the fireplace was just what I was looking for in a romantic getaway!

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"Exceeded Expectations" 2/8/2008
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Stayed On: 2/2008

Beautifully decorated. Service customized to the guests.

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"Great Place!" 1/29/2008
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Stayed On: 1/2008

We called based on a recommendation from the tourist office in Harrisonburg and they were right! Great place, lovely appointments and very friendly and knowledgeable hosts. We would definitely stay here again. From the friendly tourist office to... read more


"Great potential" 1/1/2008
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Stayed On: 12/2007

Quiet location quiet w/nice landscaping. Main areas beautifully decorated. Personal greeting by Dennis, final payment, and tour was quick rushed. Stayed in 1790 suite w/1 BR, 1 sep sitting rm, 1 bath. Small flat panel LCD tv/dvd combo is in sep... read more


"First BandB" 10/30/2007
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Stayed On: 9/2007

First Bed and Breakfast experience. My husband and I were not disappointed.

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"Wonderful Surprise!" 10/24/2007
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Stayed On: 6/2007

I was meeting an old friend for a school reunion and we had a wonderful 2 night stay. Charming home, AMAZING breakfasts. Very attentive, friendly hosts. Very enjoyable stay, I'd recommend to friends and hope to visit again when I'm in Va. Thanks!

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"Great place" 9/11/2007
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Stayed On: 9/2007

The ambiance was very cozy and relaxing. The owners were very affable and saw to it the stay was enjoyable. I also enjoyed how quiet the neighborhood was.

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"Anniversary weekend" 9/10/2007
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Stayed On: 9/2007

We got away for our 27th anniversary. This was our 1st time at a B&B. We were so pleased to have found these cottages. Very private and cozy, just what we were looking for and needed. It was nice to have breakfast delivered to our cottage so... read more


"Another Great Getaway" 8/15/2007
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Stayed On: 8/2007

We just returned from a wonderfully relaxing weekend at By the Side of the Road celebrating our 14th anniversary. This marks our 8th consecutive anniversary weekend. This 8th visit was just as special as our first. Dennis and Janice are always... read more


"Romantic and Relaxing Weekend" 8/6/2007
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Stayed On: 7/2007

My husband and I searched for a Bed and Breakfast where we could enjoy our anniversary. We are thrilled with our decision to stay at By the Side of the Road. When reflecting about our stay on the way home, we could only think of wonderful things.... read more


"Quiet, Romantic, and Elegant" 7/31/2007
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Stayed On: 7/2007

My Wife and I were traveling through the area looking at real estate, but also hoping to have some quiet time together. We stayed in a charming cottage that was named for one of their children and we had every creature comfort you could ask for.... read more


"Unhospitable and Unsatisfying" 7/23/2007
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Stayed On: 7/2007

By the Side of the Road is located on the side of a busy street in a quasi-suburban area in Harrisonburg in the middle of neighborhood (the pictures won't tell you this). The location is less than ideal if you are looking for a location that offers... read more

Innkeeper Response
We could defend these allegations point-for-point but have chosen not to do so. Occasionally the guest and the inn are not the right “fit”. Sometimes guests arrive angry and impossible to satisfy. That is part of our challenge as innkeepers. As this litany of complaints suggests, we failed to meet the expectations of this couple. We need to say that what was described as a major dairy allergy was treated carefully, as is always the case here. We also need to clarify that the cottage (including the oversized whirlpool tub) was cleaned daily and re-cleaned at 9:00pm on Saturday evening, as requested by these guests. Three pages of the cottage guestbook and an oral “dressing down” by the couple on Sunday morning prepared us for their published opinion here and on “every website and association possible”. So be it…our best fell short of their expectations and while their dissatisfaction is regrettable, we believe it was for reasons beyond our control. We hope you will come be our guests and form your own opinions of By the Side of the Road

- Janice & Dennis Fitzgerald (owner/innkeepers)

"First Bed and Breakfast Experience" 5/14/2007
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Stayed On: 4/2007

We wanted a weekend to get away from our hectic life at home. Janice and Dennis made us feel welcome right away. They gave us privacy, but were available if we needed anything. We enjoyed sitting on the porch swing and watching the sunset and... read more


"Easter Get Away weeked" 4/17/2007
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Stayed On: 4/2007

The B&B was most delightful. The food was great. The innkeepers were very kind and very knowledgable about the history of the house and surrounding area. Would highly recommend visiting this area and staying at this wonderful B&!

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"Delightful" 4/17/2007
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Stayed On: 4/2007

Our stay here was delightful. The Bergey Cottage exceeded our expectations; nicely appointed, large, huge bathroom, very clean. Janice and Dennis are warm and hospitable hosts. We would return in a heartbeat.

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"Delightful and Charming" 4/9/2007
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Stayed On: 4/2007

This circa 1792/1840 Inn is well managed and most comfortable. Appointed nicely, Dennics and Janice make you feel welcome and totally at ease in this beautiful home. My wife and I along with another couple chose the Easter Weekend for a relaxed... read more


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Contact Information


By The Side Of The Road Bed and Breakfast Bed and Breakfast
By The Side Of The Road Bed and Breakfast
491 Garbers Church Road
Harrisonburg VA 22801-8409
USA
Phone: +1-540-801-0430
Toll-free: +1-866-274-4887
Innkeeper(s)
Janice & Dennis Fitzgerald
Rates:
$169 - $289

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main house,By the Side of the RoadFitzgerald Cottage
Fitzgerald Cottage Whirlpool Tub and FireplaceFitzgerald Cottage with Quill Cottage in the background
The Ardor of Hope Suite has exposed brick interior, fireplace, featherbeds, pure luxury--the bath boasts a whirlpool and separate showerThe gardens
Winter at By the Side of the RoadBergey Cottage has a dual-sided gas-long fireplace beside the oversided whirlpool plus fridge,microwave,27" flat-panel TV/DVD, CD changer and much more!
Relax on the front porch of the Main House