We know the world has turned upside down in the last few months and the luxury of travel is more apparent than ever before. Despite all of the scariness and uncertainty, the support for small businesses has sustained many people and communities, and now that things are reopening, bed and breakfasts, like us, can’t wait to see you! With new restrictions and smaller budgets, quick weekend road trips are trending. So, if you’re itching to get out and explore, check out a bed and breakfast where you can get a high-end, personalized and luxurious getaway for a fraction of the price. We have been in love with bed and breakfasts for years before owning the Holladay House, so here are our top 5 reasons to stay at a B&B:
1. A Personalized Experience: More and more, people are realizing what they crave in life is not possessions, but experiences. Staying at a B&B is an experience you cannot find in any other type of lodging, offering add-ons and excursions, curated by a local who knows all the best places, to make your stay extra special and memorable. Whether it’s a girls’ getaway, a babymoon, a random weekend for leaf-peeping, or just a getaway to reconnect, our guests constantly comment on the great experience they have while staying with us. Reach out to us before your visit and we can make sure you get the best of the best during your visit.
2. Food: One of the best things about a B&B is the second B, the breakfast. This is not your hotel-style continental, make-your-own-waffle and scoop cold scrambled eggs, breakfast. You won’t find true homemade breakfasts made with love from other accommodations. B&Bs take pride in creating and perfecting their own signature dishes, cultivating a distinctive culinary experience that will leave guests feeling fulfilled and wanting to come back for more. The cookies at the Holladay House are a testament to that latter point – we have guests that return especially for the cookies, but our crepes and French toast are close runners-up.
3. Culture & History: Part of the charm of staying at a B&B is the unique history and culture of not only the place, but typically the town, too. We are located in a federal architectural style home, and our history is one of the best parts of our story. It has formed the personality of our business and the hospitality we bring to each of our guests, and we feel so lucky to have such a historic, charmed experience for our guests. Not to mention, our rooms are more than just a place to rest your head. Each one has special stories and history for a one-of-a-kind stay.
4. Stay Close and Support Local: Visiting a bed and breakfast doesn’t necessarily have to take you far from home. In just a short drive, you can find a unique experience, while also supporting a local business. Innkeepers passionately create a special experience that welcomes everyone for rest, relaxation, reconnection, and comfort. At the Holladay House, we also make sure to support our own community by serving farm-fresh food and stocking our inn with luxuries from Virginia small businesses.
5. Attention to Detail: Warm cookies at check in, handmade soaps in your room upon arrival, local wine and beer, fruit and cheese trays, we could go on and on with our list of little extras. The point is, we want our guests to feel as if they are truly pampered, and the attention to detail you will find at B&B’s sets it apart from other accommodation options. Plus, unlike some other lodging options, we do all the cooking and cleaning, so a B&B like the Holladay House is a great option for groups to visit, since you can rent the entire inn and let us do all the work!
There are spectacular B&Bs all around Virginia and the United States. Next time you’re considering where to lay your head at night, research B&Bs around your destination. And, of course, we always have a room for you here with fresh cookies waiting.
