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Enjoy the Homes of Presidents from a Virginia Bed and Breakfast
With a new president about to the take the nation's reins, there's no better time than the present to enjoy a little presidential history. With a trip to Virginia, travelers can visit the homes of four of America's founding fathers, as well as spending some time at a relaxing, romantic bed and breakfast.
More presidents have hailed from Virginia than any other state, and most of them are conveniently located near each other. In fact President Jefferson's magnificent Monticello is just a few minutes from President James Monroe's gracious home Ash Lawn-Highland. Both homes are open to the public for tours. During the warmer seasons, the garden and plantation tours at Monticello are not to be missed.
James Madison's home, Montpelier, is less than a half-hour from the previous homes, and also is open for tours. Woodrow Wilson's home is also in the same vicinity and offers yet another presidential adventure. Even George Washington's home is just two hours away in Alexandria. So even if your time is limited, there is plenty to see and do.
The village of Orange and the historic Holladay House Bed and Breakfast serve as the perfect home base for your presidential getaway. The town and this Virginia inn are just a few miles from James Madison's home, and less than 30 miles from the homes of Thomas Jefferson and James Monroe. Orange is also only about a two-hour's drive from the D.C. area and George Washington's home Mount Vernon. In addition to these historic sites, there are plenty of wineries to enjoy, and the Holladay House is within walking distance to several popular restaurants.
The guest rooms at the Holladay House are decorated with antiques, and the queen and king beds are topped with the finest linens. Some rooms include a fireplace or double whirlpool tub, and all bathrooms are stocked with specialty hypoallergenic bath products. The innkeepers pamper guests with a full breakfast and offer coffee, tea and home baked goodies throughout the day.
To celebrate Senator Obama's transition into President Obama, the innkeepers at the Holladay House are offering a special presidential discount. If you stay at the inn three nights during the Inauguration, you receive your third night at half the price. So you can enjoy all of the presidential fun for less. The innkeepers also offer discount tickets to Montpelier, as well as a discount Presidents' Pass that includes visits to Monticello, Ash Lawn-Highland and the Michie Tavern, a historic Colonial-era tavern.
For a truly patriotic vacation, consider one of the inn's special presidential packages. The "Bill of Rights" package includes a two-night stay at the inn, full breakfast each morning, and two tickets or passes to Montpelier, Monticello and Ash-Lawn Highland, as well as maps and driving directions. In addition, the innkeepers will send you off with a stocked picnic basket filled with cheese, crackers, fruit, sparkling water and dessert. Freshly baked cookies and beverages will be waiting for you at the inn after you return from your adventure. The "Constitution Package," includes the aforementioned goodies, but upgrades your room choice to one of the inn's luxury suites, which include a double whirlpool tub, king-size bed and private porch.
About the Author Jane Leisteiner is fond of writing and traveling. For more information about this Virginia B&B or further details about Virginia bed and breakfast inns, visit the Holladay House or iLoveInns sites.
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