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Tour Presidential History from a Virginia Bed and Breakfast
You may not be able to secure a spot in front of the podium on inauguration day, but you can plan a presidential getaway. Spend a few days in Virginia and you can visit the homes of four of our first five presidents. And if you want to soak up even more Americana, don't forget to book a stay at a historic bed and breakfast.
A trip to Monticello, the home of Thomas Jefferson, is a must-see experience for anyone who loves American history. The home was designed by Jefferson himself and among the interesting tours are guided visits through the home itself, as well as the gardens and plantation. Just three miles down the road, you'll find Ash Lawn-Highland, home of James Monroe. Tours of this gracious home are available, as well.
James Madison's Montpelier is a mere half-hour from Jefferson and Monroe's homes, and Woodrow Wilson's home also is within an hour's drive of the others. George Washington's estate, Mount Vernon, about two hours from Jefferson's home, rests in the Alexandria countryside.
Travelers can enjoy many of the presidential homes by staying at the historic Holladay House in Orange, Virginia. This Virginia inn is just minutes from James Madison's home. The homes of Presidents Jefferson and Monroe are within 30 minutes of the inn. Another close presidential home is that of Woodrow Wilson. Even George Washington's gracious manor, Mount Vernon, is only two hours away. In addition to the presidential venues, there are dozens of popular wineries nearby. Fine restaurants and shops are within walking distance of the inn.
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.
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