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Governor's Trace B&B
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  • Inn Details

    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)."

    Innkeeper Information

    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


    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Antiques/decor

    • Gourmet food

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Board games

    • Ceiling fans

    • Fireplace

    On Site:

    • Library

    • Telephone

    Other Amenities:

    • Breakfast in your room by candlelight!

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  • Francis Nicholson

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $150/$165

    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.

    Alexander Spotswood

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $175/$175

    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.

    Baron de Botetourt

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $150/$150

    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.

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    Policy

    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: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Bring your own

    • Drinks available: N

    • Suitable for children: No

    • Childcare provided: No

  • 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!

    Special meal options

    Recipes

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Elegant Eggs in a Nest
    Serves: 6
    Prep time: 20 minutes

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  • 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

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    An Oasis

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in luxury lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    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.

    A Wonderful experience!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    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!

    Peace and Relaxation

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    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.

    It enhanced our vacation

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    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

    Memorable Stay

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    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

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