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Federal Crest Inn
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  • Springtime means enjoying the Magnolia blossoms & other flowering trees and bushes while relaxing on the front porch at Federal Crest. Plan your leisure or business travels to come to this special destination.

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  • Inn Details

    The stately 1909 Federal Crest Inn Bed & Breakfast, flanked by century old magnolia trees, stands majestically at the crest of the Federal Hill Historic District. Southern hospitality and elegance radiates as guests enter the beautiful foyer with grand central staircase, leaded glass window and interior columns. The personal touch by the hosts, Ann and Phil Ripley, makes every visitor feel special. After early morning juice and coffee, beautifully presented full, hot breakfasts are enjoyed in the mahogany-paneled dining room by the romantic fireplace. Most of the elegantly appointed guest rooms also feature gas-log fireplaces as well as private baths. One of the most unique features of the inn is the third floor theater with a full stage which was built for the original owner's children to write a give plays. This area is a perfect for group and business meetings as it is almost 1300 square feet and has a 60" TV/VCR.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    After 14 years as owners/innkeepers of the Federal Crest Inn, Ann and Phil Ripley still love their dream B&B home in Lynchburg and thoroughly enjoy their guests. Ann was a teacher and gymnastics coach, and Phil a publisher of educational materials. Federal Crest reflects their new intersts and talents displaying Ann's painting (gift shop) and Phil's auction treasures.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Features

    Type:

    • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • "Art by Ann" Art Gallery

    • Arts & Crafts Gift Shop

    • Business Travelers

    • Small Intimate Weddings

    • Third floor Conference Theater

    • Unusual Artistic Decor

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Christian Travel

    • Economical rates

    • Family Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

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  • The Magnolia Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

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    The Willow Bedroom

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

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    Blue Spruce Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

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      (high/low season) N/A

    Dogwood Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) N/A

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3 - 6 pm    Check out: 11 am

    • Minimum stay: Only on some weekend in May and October

    • Deposit amount required: one night

    • Cancellations: Cancellations must occur 10 days prior to your visit. If less, the deposit will be refunded provided the rooms can be rebooked for the entire reserved dates. There will be a $20 per room handling charge.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: bring your own

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: 10 and older

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • AAA
      Percent off: 10%

    • ABBA
      Percent off: 10%

    • Corp.
      Percent off: 10%

    • Govt.
      Percent off: 10%

    • Groups
      Percent off: 10%

    • Seniors
      Percent off: 10%

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 6 - 9:30 am

    • Serving location: Breakfast/dining area

    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Dessert

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Signature Dish

    Federal Crest Individual Egg Casserole

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    Additional food services

    • Snack baskets in room

    Recipes

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Federal Crest Individual Egg Casserole
    Serves: 8
    Prep time: 20 minutes

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  • Location Type

    • Central ViBrginia

    • City

    • Downtown

    • Mountains

    City

    • Charlottesville

    • Distance to city: 55 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From the Lynchburg 29 Business Expressway, take exit l, Main Street, and turn left at the traffic light onto Main St.. Proceed on Main to Eleventh Street and turn left. Go 6 1/2 blocks up the hill until you cross over Federal Street. Just past the sign, turn left into our off street parking lot.

    Airport

    • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Preston Glenn Field)

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Jefferson's Poplar Forest Historic Home

    • Appomattox Civil War Site

    • Thomas Rd. Living Christmas Tree

    • Old City and Confederate Cemetery

    • Natural Bridge

    • Point of Honor Historic Home

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ruins

    • Ski area

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Putt Putt Golf

    • Seasonal Festivals

    • Wine Tastings

    • 10 Miler Race

    • Theater & Art Shows

    • Antique 'Auctions

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Ski rentals

    • Snow shoe rental

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Swimming

    • Swimming pool

    • Tennis courts

    • Tennis racket rental

    • Water sports

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    Wonderful hospitality in a gorgeous mansion!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    My wife and I stayed one night and had such a delightful time, we extended our trip another night. The house is absolutely beautiful both in it's turn-of-the-century architecture and interior decor. The antique furniture, hardwood floors, and fireplace in the room made it the perfect romantic getaway. The Innkeepers, Ann and Phil, could not have been more friendly and accommodating (even making a gluten-free breakfast for me). The dining room was very elegant and made for a wonderful backdrop for a yummy breakfast! I would highly recommend it to anyone and we hope to return.

    Hospitality

    About the reviewer

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Was travelling to visit family

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    Ann and Phil welcome their guests as if they are entertaining angels.

    Delightful Stay

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    What a wonderfully relaxing stay we had at the Federal Crest Inn. The working fireplace in the beautiful Dogwood room made for a romantic and memorable setting.

    Federal Crest Inn

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on business

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    On a recent trip to Virginia my sister and I were lucky enough to find this beautiful bed and breakfast. I can't remember when I had a more enjoyable stay away from home. Federal Inn is a beautifully restored mansion that is more like a gracious home than an Inn. The Innkeepers, Phil and Ann Ripley have filled the rooms with beautiful antiques that are both inviting and comfortable. Our physical needs were met by the charming surroundings, but, due to the Ripley's gracious warmth and the Southern hospitality they showed us, we felt like pampered and special guests. What a delight after a grueling business meeting and hammering down the highway in order to get there! Breakfast was a five star event with perfect eggs benedict garnished with pretty flowers from Ann's garden and home made muffins! We did not want to leave! I plan on returning to this beautiful spot and bringing my Massachusetts husband, so that he too can relax in this elegant Inn/ B and B, and experience genuine, old fashioned hospitality.

    A real gem!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    My daughter and I were on college visits in Virginia and had a wonderful stay here. The house is lovely and has so many neat details, furnishings and paintings. The hosts, Ann and Phil, are so warm and friendly. The room was at the same time both spacious and cozy with its roaring fireplace and inviting decor, many things beautifully hand-painted by Ann. We loved staying in the Dogwood room. Ann's breakfast was delicious and had so many wonderful "finishing touches" to the food and the table. Our only regret was that we couldn't stay longer! Definitely a place we will return to and will recommend to anyone who is traveling to or through the Harrisonburg/Charlottesville/Lynchburg/Blacksburg corridor.

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