- Home >
- USA >
- Virginia >
- Williamsburg >
- Governor's Trace B&B
Governor's Trace B&B
-
Use the in-house board games or enjoy the diverse library in the FRANCIS NICHOLSON room’s comfortable sitting area or discover the time to finish that novel you’ve been carrying around.
Guests who stay in the FRANCIS NICHOLSON room often tell their hosts that they hurry back just to enjoy the evening on their own private porch.
Each morning brings a different offering to the table---and always by candlelight just for the two of you.
Romance lives at Governor’s Trace but the BARON de BOTETOURT room seems to be particularly charmed as engagements have always been successful, honeymoons memorable, and anniversaries filled with sweet recollections.
The ALEXANDER SPOTSWOOD room just has it all! Imagine on those cool nights curling up on your king-size, waist high, four poster bed with a ceiling hung canopy while your wood burning fireplace crackles in the background. In the summer time, a fireplace candelabra sets the mood. Enjoy breakfast in your room or on your very own private screened-in porch.
Governor’s Trace is known for its attention to detail and its romantic nature has been commented on by the WASHINGTON POST.
Alexander Spotswood room
Collecting has always been a passion for the innkeepers and they willingly share their knowledge of local places to continue or begin collections of your own.
-
Nightly Rate
$165 - $185
, - Reviews 16
- Rooms 3
Inn's website-
Address
303 Capitol Landing Road
Williamsburg, VA 23185-4314
USA - Phone+1-757-229-7552
- Toll free+1-800-303-7552
- EmailContact Innkeeper
Governor's Trace Bed & Breakfast, a Georgian-style brick home completed during the restoration of Colonial Williamsburg, sits on over half an acre and lies at the hub of early life in Williamsburg, Virginia. It faces what was then the main road of commerce to and from the English ships docked about a mile away. Artifacts from both the Revolutionary and Civil Wars have been found on the property. The house is furnished with an eclectic collection of family antiques and "found" treasures acquired during 24 years of travel. Bedrooms are reflections of Colonial, Early American and Southern Plantation. Governor's Trace shares a living history today with her illustrious neighbor Colonial Williamsburg and is just a one minute walk from George Washington's favorite tavern - Christiana Campbell's. According to an article in the Washington Post, Governor's Trace "...vies for the most romantic (B&B in Williamsburg)."
Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 16 Reviews
4.7 out of 5- Guest room 5
- Services 5
- Value 5
- Cleanliness 5
- Dining 5
5 out of 5A Great Bed and Breakfast in Williamsburg
December 29, 2012
This conveniently located B&B was a great find in Williamsburg. The service was excellent, the rooms were clean and fresh, the bed was comfortable, and the candlelit breakfasts were absolutely delicious. The owners were friendly, informative, and eager to make one's stay perfect. Old town Williamsburg is literally across the street, yet the location of Governor's Trace is on a quiet street, set back in a private setting. While we have stayed at several bed and breakast locations, this one is one that every bed and breakfast should use as an example for following. A great stay and highly recommended.
5 out of 5An Oasis
February 16, 2010
This was a much-needed getaway for my husband and me. As soon as we arrived, I felt immediately and totally relaxed. Dick and Sue are extremely gracious and quickly put us at ease with all the information needed to enjoy our stay. The furnishings in our room were a delightful and eclectic collection including a Romanesque mural in the space connecting our room to a large private bathroom. The room combined the best of aesthetic appeal and comfort: wingchairs where we read to each other, a table where breakfast was served, candlelit lanterns over a crackling fireplace (with safety precautions reviewed!), and a comfortable bed made cozy by a swoop of coordinating fabric. It was bliss! I was also amazed at the B & B's proximity to the historic area. It was one of the few times we toured without having to use a satellite parking area. In short, our stay was too brief to enjoy all that this B & B and its hosts have to offer. I'm already looking at the calendar to plan a second, longer stay....soon.
5 out of 5A Wonderful experience!
December 13, 2009
My husband & I did our homework and chose this B&B for a Christmas season getaway and we are so glad we did! We stayed in the Alexander Spotswood Room and it was so much bigger than the pictures show. It was perfect. The bed was comfortable and the bathroom was huge and very clean! The wood-burning fireplace was all set up complete with a firestarter and extra wood- that was a nice touch! Plus the lanterns in the room were very nice as well as Sue's collection of brass tavern plates. Dick & Sue were very gracious and we sure did ask them lots of questions. Sue told me right where to go for certain things I was looking for and Dick made great itinerary suggestions. We had a great meal at Christiana Campbell's tavern which was literally a 2-minute walk from the B&B. The Capitol Bus Stop was right across from the tavern so we just walked there & rode the bus all day. In-room breakfasts were also delicious and Dick even took some photos of us by their tree. It was the extras that they did for us that made it wonderful! They've been doing this almost 25 years and they've got it down!
5 out of 5Peace and Relaxation
May 10, 2009
My fiance and I stayed 3 nights at Governor's Trace and had an amazing time. Dick and Sue were excellent hosts who shared their knowledge of Williamsburg and gave great suggestions for dining and attractions to experience. The rooms was clean, the bed was VERY comfortable, and the private porch was so relaxing. The breakfast was served in the privacy of your room, they were all delicious and we could not have been happier with our stay. We both would highly recommend the B and B if your travels take you through Williamsburg.
Location
Innkeeper Information
Innkeeper(s)
Sue and Dick Lake
Innkeepers Description:
Sue & Dick think their tenure as a military couple, with its incumbent separations, has made them empathetic to couples who need a special place to escape "alone together." They have used their first hand knowledge of this need to create a romantic seclusion for their guests.
The innkeepers speak:
-
English
-
Nightly Rate
$165 - $185
-
Rooms & Rates
-
Nightly Rate
$165 - $185
Francis Nicholson
This room is a suite most of the year when its private screened-in porch is usable. Protected by bamboo, boxwood and an ivy draped trellis, this large porch doubles as an open-air breakfast area. Antique rockers set the pace for lingering and watching the numerous members of our resident hummingbird family. In winter, a sizeable sitting area allows your candlelit breakfast to be served in your room. The queen, colonial canopied bed is done in crocheted coverings in ivory tones and is set amidst a scattering of oriental rugs in soft pastels on oak hardwood floors.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
Contact for Availability ContactAlexander Spotswood
Drift off in your king size bed beneath a ceiling hung canopy while the woodburning fireplace crackles in the background. Swag-draped, shuttered windows and glowing brass candlelight lanterns complete the mood in this elegant setting. Come morning, slip into our plush robes and enjoy a private breakfast in your room or on your screened-in porch as you plan your day. Rekindle romance in an 18th century atmosphere any time, any season.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King
Contact for Availability ContactBaron de Botetourt
Ivy prints with wildflower accents make this light, airy room a favorite of honeymooners. Interior plantation shuttered windows overlook a wrap-around mulberry tree that is home to our cardinals and a playground for the squirrels---a cozy treehouse effect. Early morning dappled sunshine coaxes you from your queen, high-rise bed to a peaceful, leisurely breakfast in your room. A lantern flickering and soft mirrored reflections make shadows dance to end your day.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
Contact for Availability ContactPolicy
Reservation Policy
-
Check In: 4-6 pm Check Out: 11 am
-
Minimum Stay: 2 nights on weekends
-
Deposit Amount Required: One night deposit at time of booking. Balance due upon check-in.
-
Cancellations: Refund or credit will be issued if cancellation notice is given at least 14 days prior to the beginning date of your reservation. If notice is less than 14 days, refund or credit will be given upon resale of your reservation. A $15 administrative fee may be assessed for any cancellation.
-
Open All Year Round: Yes
General Policies
-
Smoking Allowed: Limited
-
Guest Pets Allowed: No
-
Drinking Allowed: Yes
-
Drinking Description: Bring your own
-
Drinks Available: No
-
Suitable For Children: No
-
Childcare Provided: No
-
Nightly Rate
$165 - $185
-
Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 16 Reviews
4.7 out of 5- Guest room 5
- Services 5
- Value 5
- Cleanliness 5
- Dining 5
5 out of 5A Great Bed and Breakfast in Williamsburg
December 29, 2012
This conveniently located B&B was a great find in Williamsburg. The service was excellent, the rooms were clean and fresh, the bed was comfortable, and the candlelit breakfasts were absolutely delicious. The owners were friendly, informative, and eager to make one's stay perfect. Old town Williamsburg is literally across the street, yet the location of Governor's Trace is on a quiet street, set back in a private setting. While we have stayed at several bed and breakast locations, this one is one that every bed and breakfast should use as an example for following. A great stay and highly recommended.
5 out of 5An Oasis
February 16, 2010
This was a much-needed getaway for my husband and me. As soon as we arrived, I felt immediately and totally relaxed. Dick and Sue are extremely gracious and quickly put us at ease with all the information needed to enjoy our stay. The furnishings in our room were a delightful and eclectic collection including a Romanesque mural in the space connecting our room to a large private bathroom. The room combined the best of aesthetic appeal and comfort: wingchairs where we read to each other, a table where breakfast was served, candlelit lanterns over a crackling fireplace (with safety precautions reviewed!), and a comfortable bed made cozy by a swoop of coordinating fabric. It was bliss! I was also amazed at the B & B's proximity to the historic area. It was one of the few times we toured without having to use a satellite parking area. In short, our stay was too brief to enjoy all that this B & B and its hosts have to offer. I'm already looking at the calendar to plan a second, longer stay....soon.
5 out of 5A Wonderful experience!
December 13, 2009
My husband & I did our homework and chose this B&B for a Christmas season getaway and we are so glad we did! We stayed in the Alexander Spotswood Room and it was so much bigger than the pictures show. It was perfect. The bed was comfortable and the bathroom was huge and very clean! The wood-burning fireplace was all set up complete with a firestarter and extra wood- that was a nice touch! Plus the lanterns in the room were very nice as well as Sue's collection of brass tavern plates. Dick & Sue were very gracious and we sure did ask them lots of questions. Sue told me right where to go for certain things I was looking for and Dick made great itinerary suggestions. We had a great meal at Christiana Campbell's tavern which was literally a 2-minute walk from the B&B. The Capitol Bus Stop was right across from the tavern so we just walked there & rode the bus all day. In-room breakfasts were also delicious and Dick even took some photos of us by their tree. It was the extras that they did for us that made it wonderful! They've been doing this almost 25 years and they've got it down!
5 out of 5Peace and Relaxation
May 10, 2009
My fiance and I stayed 3 nights at Governor's Trace and had an amazing time. Dick and Sue were excellent hosts who shared their knowledge of Williamsburg and gave great suggestions for dining and attractions to experience. The rooms was clean, the bed was VERY comfortable, and the private porch was so relaxing. The breakfast was served in the privacy of your room, they were all delicious and we could not have been happier with our stay. We both would highly recommend the B and B if your travels take you through Williamsburg.
5 out of 5It enhanced our vacation
March 29, 2009
We stayed our usua three nights. We have stayed there about seven times in all. We park our car there when we arrive and leave it parked until we leave. The location is within easy walking distance of Colonial Williamsburg. The B&B is decorated with antiques and collectables. The innkeepers are friendly and helpful. The in-room candlelight breakfasts are delicious and presented with beautiful china and linens. The rooms are clean with good sitting areas and en-suite bathrooms. It is the only place we stay when we visit Colonial Williamsburg
4.2 out of 5Memorable Stay
November 28, 2008
An opportunity to meet up with dear friends from Scotland took my husband and I to Colonial Williamsburg in early October 08. Having experienced first class B&Bs in Scotland, we choose the more personal touch of staying in a B&B over an hotel on this short stay and didn't regret our choice of the Governor's Trace (selected after reading others' reviews). A warm welcome and lovely room with its own screened, private porch where freshly cooked and delicious breakfasts were served by candlelight (unusual but sweet) was the order of the day. The room was quite unique, decorated in period detail with some lovely personal touches by the owners. Our stay was really too short but we thoroughly enjoyed the town and accommodation and would not hesitate to recommend Govern's Trace to anyone. Marian and Gary Bolis, Pennsylvania, USA
4.6 out of 5Breakfast in your room!!
November 12, 2008
Governor's Trace is run by a lovely couple, Sue & Dick Lake. We stayed in the Alexander Spottswood room, which had a gigantic bathroom and a private porch, as well as a working fireplace. We've traveled to lots of B&B's before, and what makes this one special is that you get breakfast IN YOUR ROOM in the morning. No rushing to get ready to make it to the dining room on time, no forced conversation with fellow travelers if you just don't feel like it. Breakfast was always yummy and filling. The place is spotless and very homey. It's also within easy walking distance of the old colonial part of Williamsburg.
5 out of 5Wonderful!
August 11, 2008
What a great place to stay in Williamsburg. It is within walking distance to Historic Williamsburg. Patti was a fantastic hostess in the innkeepers absence. Privacy with a very romantic candlit breakfast on our very own screened in back porch while watching the hummingbirds. FANTASTIC! We look forward to staying again! Chip & Kris Chula, GA
-
Location
Location Type
-
Small town
City - Richmond
-
Distance to city: 45 miles
-
Directions to property:
Airport
-
Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News Williamsburg Intl.) 15 miles
Area Attractions
-
Amusement Park
-
Antique Shopping
-
Art Galleries
-
Beach
-
Gourmet/Fine Dining
-
Historical interests
-
Lake
-
Live Music
-
Movie Theater
-
Museum
-
National/State parks
-
Nature area
-
Ocean
-
Water Country USA
-
Colonial Williamsburg
-
Busch Gardens
-
Jamestown Settlement
-
Willamsburg Pottery Factory
-
Yorktown Battlefield
-
Outlet Stores
-
Performing Theater
-
Picnic area
-
Religious Services
-
River
-
Vineyard
-
Winery
-
Bicycle rental
-
Bicycle riding trails
-
Bird watching
-
Boating
-
Canoeing
-
Fishing
-
Golfing
-
Hiking trails
-
Horseback riding
-
Sailing
-
Shopping
-
Sight-seeing
-
Swimming
-
Tennis courts
-
-
Amenities
Type:
-
Bed and Breakfast
Property highlights
-
Antiques/decor
-
Gourmet food
-
Honeymoons
-
Luxury
-
Peaceful getaway
-
Romantic escape
On-site
-
Library
-
Telephone
Guest room(s)
-
Air conditioning
-
Alarm clock
-
Bath robes
-
Board games
-
Ceiling fans
-
Fireplace
Other
-
Breakfast in your room by candlelight!
-
-
Breakfast
-
Type: Full
-
Time Served: 8-9:15 am
-
Serving Location: Guest room
Complimentary Perks
-
Non-alcoholic Beverages
Signature Dish
Elegant Eggs in a Nest
See Recipes section for full recipe!Recipes
Breakfast-Brunch
Elegant Eggs in a Nest
Serves: 6
Prep time: 20 minutes -
Contact The Innkeeper
Best Price Guarantee
What is the Best Price Guarantee?
Simple! BedandBreakfast.com guarantees you're getting the best price on your bed and breakfast stay when you book your room on BedandBreakfast.com. Within 24 hours of your booking, if you find a better price for the same room on the same date(s) at the same B&B, BedandBreakfast.com will refund the difference to you!
What does the Best Price Guarantee cover?
The Best Price Guarantee covers any Bed and Breakfast booked online through BedandBreafkast.com. The Bed and Breakfast must be booked using the Book It button on BedandBreakfast.com in order to qualify.
How do I take advantage of the Best Price Guarantee?
Just call 1-800-GO-B-AND-B (1-800-462-2632) within 24 hours of booking and give our customer support representative the details on the lower price you found.
Best Price Guarantee Terms and Conditions
The BedandBreakfast.com Best Price Guarantee ensures that when you book and pay for your reservation online through the BedandBreafkast.com website, you are booking your room at the lowest available price. If you find a lower price for the same room on the same dates at the same B&B, and contact us within 24 hour of making your booking, we will refund the difference in price to you. This guarantee does not apply to bookings made over holidays and/or for special events. All requests are subject to verification by BedandBreakfast.com. BedandBreafkast.com will not accept screenshots or other purported evidence of a lower price that cannot be independently confirmed by BedandBreakfast.com personnel. Nor will BedandBreakfast.com verify any requests that it believes, in its sole discretion, is the result of a printing or other error or is made fraudulently or in bad faith.