Are you new to BnB's? We were complete newbies when we decided to make our reservation, so don't…read moreworry! The Hostess put us at ease and let us know how everything works. Basically, just check in, relax, sleep, and wake up to a beautiful breakfast (included in the price!). As a side note, the coffee bar was amazing. Absolutely delicious coffee. We were a little nervous that breakfast would be awkward with strangers, but we had a great morning with the other guests! Anyway, We had an amazing time at the Claiborne house. We come to rocky mount a few times a year to visit family and find that the current accommodations around town are very much lacking. I am so glad that we found the Claiborne House. First, the rooms were absolutely adorable. We stayed in the Cottage room which is actually its own tiny building separate from the home nestled in the back garden. Second, This room was extra private and I liked that we were the closest to the back parking lot. Also, There was a bonfire pit in the garden with plenty of seating. This would be a great place to open a bottle of wine and relax with your partner. I recommend the Claiborne house for anyone visiting the local area or anyone from the local area that is just looking for a beautiful, relaxing, getaway!

This was our first time staying at a bed and breakfast - Amy and Matt made an incredible first…read moreimpression of B&Bs for us. I guess I kind of thought that a B&B owner would keep checking in, kind of like an overbearing restaurant server. Amy and Matt had a perfect balance of making us feel at home while also giving us privacy. Their house is beautiful! Although it was a large house, it was super cozy. We stayed in the Cottage, which has a private entrance from the parking area as well as a walkway from the main house. And one of the highlights of our stay was the breakfast. Amy prepared eggs, potatoes, bacon, homemade pumpkin bread, and homemade rolls. It tasted amazing with some fresh coffee and orange juice - just what we needed before we hit the road for a 4 hour drive. P.S. My only single ~slight~ concern was that the wifi was a little unreliable in the Cottage (BUT to be fair, you should stay off your electronics and enjoy your stay instead of having too much screen time). Again, this was only a tiny concern, this had no influence on lowering my rating... easiest 5 star rating I've ever given. Thanks Amy & Matt (and Braden!) for an incredible mini weekend getaway, we hope to see you soon.

Absolutely loved this place! Perfect spot on the lake. Great views. And also a nicely protected…read morespot for swimming.

Simply amazing. Such a private space, you feel entirely at home. Bill and Anna are wonderful hosts…read more- breakfast is beyond words. Dock was our favorite spot. The grounds are so beautiful even in the fall. Everything is so clean and well maintained. Home is located only a short drive from local area. Wonderful views, simply breath taking. Mornings are so peaceful - such a quiet location. Highly recommended. Will return for summer trip to enjoy the lake!

The Bedford landings bed & breakfast Inn is a beautiful spot to be at. First time in a bed &…read morebreakfast Inn. A lovely home. Karen and Jack welcomes you warm heartedly! They also have a dog Mr. Doolittle who came to welcome me as well. They can accommodate you as they are able too. The breakfast was amazing enchilada, bacon, parfait all homemade and orange juice, tea/coffee and water too. I would definitely saty there again and even for a few more days too. To be able to escape the city life, this is a great spot to be at. Right by a small landing strip for you to go on a plane ride and the lake on the other side.

I try not to give too many 5 star reviews, but this place earned it!…read more Wonderful bed and breakfast! We only had a couple days to fly down and spend with Jack and Karen, however they made our stay as perfect as possible. It was relaxing, but far from boring. There was more than enough to keep us amused and we cannot wait to visit again with friends. The breakfast was top notch, the house was beautiful and extremely spacious and the beds served as the perfect vehicle to take you to dreamland When you are there make sure to take a dip in the hot tub that looks over the lake! If you are a pilot (heck even if you are not a pilot) make it a point to swing down to this little gem of a B&B. You will not be disappointed.

When my husband made the suggestion that we stop overnight in Roanoke on the way to Asheville and…read moresaid that the place to stay (according to the local Reddit threads) was a B&B I was admittedly unsure. We had never stayed at a traditional bed and breakfast and while the idea was charming (I've seen my share of Hallmark movies), thought that the experience was reserved for a different demographic...I thought the rooms were going to be dated and filled with frilly lace, that the dynamic with the owners was going to be awkward, that we would have to engage in forced conversation with other guests. It's not that we're antisocial, on the contrary, I just had a lot of misconceptions swirling around my head. I trust my husband though, he went ahead and booked it. I can't speak highly enough of our experience with Chris, Jayne, and their little pup Jax. When we mentioned that we would be getting to Roanoke a bit earlier than their check-in time, they were available to welcome us with smiling faces. Chris showed us the before/after of the home's renovations and how it was salvaged, the only one of four houses on the block where the other three were condemned. The home itself is gorgeous, they have put a lot of thought and care into how the rooms are decorated - the photos on this Yelp page are outdated, their website (blacklanterninn.com) does a better job of showcasing their beautiful accommodations. Chris and Jayne live on the first floor with 2 rooms and a shared kitchen on the second floor and a suite on the third floor. We were one of only two rooms booked for the evening, we never saw the other couple as they arrived later and left earlier than us - it was like we had the whole place to ourselves. Chris recommended a number of local breweries, bars, and restaurants for us to explore - he pointed out their 2nd floor deck, complete with cozy blankets and a fireplace heater (perfect for us to share a late night glass of wine). We stayed in the Black Lantern Room which was bright and cheerful, it looked like a page straight out of a restoration hardware catalog. The bed was incredibly comfortable and a welcome sight after a 5 hour drive and an afternoon/evening of eating/drinking our way through downtown Roanoke. In the morning we enjoyed a delicious all-organic breakfast crafted by Jayne. We were treated to yogurt sourced from New Hampshire, an incredible gluten-free coffee cake made with sweet potato flour (that Chris has gone on quite the goose chase to track down), and a veggie filled egg frittata on an english muffin with swiss cheese and bacon. I typically have to hide vegetables into my husbands food, but even knowing what was baked into his breakfast he hummed his way through (a sign he is enjoying his meal) the sandwich; we were also treated to Roanoke's own H&C coffee. We enjoyed our breakfast along with the company of Jax and the kind and genuine conversation of Jayne and Chris - they truly put a lot of love into the experience they provide their guests. As we were leaving, Jayne handed us 2 little baggies with locally baked croissants for our 4 1/2 drive down to North Carolina - they really do think of everything. I can't speak highly enough of our short stay here and would absolutely and wholeheartedly recommend the Black Lantern Inn and our gracious hosts to anyone looking for a place to stay in the area.

We had such an amazing stay at the Black Lantern Inn. I would give it 10 stars, if I could! We were…read morein town for the Virginia bar exam and Jayne and Chris both went above and beyond to make our stay stress-free and enjoyable. Jayne is an fantastic chef and makes a delicious breakfast. They are also both incredibly thoughtful and surprised us with cookies after the exam and a bag of snacks for our drive home. The inn itself is beautiful and conveniently located. Highly, highly recommend this place if you are ever in Roanoke.

Ken Wilson asks for security deposit then cancels the service claiming a medical situation, then…read morekeeps your security deposit and never returns calls. will be going to smalls claim court.

We had the best time with Fortunex Limo Services. We hired Ken to drive us in a Black History…read moreparade. He is very professional. He opened up the doors for us and treated us like royalty. His limo was very clean and very nice. It was such a classy way to ride in a parade. We are hoping to do it again next year!

Philpott Dam Visitor's Center is a great place for most all recreation. Kayaking, fishing, boating,…read morehiking, and much more. They have picnic tables and a nice playground on top of the hill. I did do much here except to check out the Visitor's Center, swipe a granddaddy long leg outta my car :/ and walk around. Gorgeous views. Turns out, the lake at Fairystone State Park feed into Philpott lake and damn. Pretty cool. Check the mountains in the background. That's where I camped at Fairystone!

We visited yesterday, February 29,2024. Yes leap day. It was so exciting & educational. Lots of…read moreanimal exhibits & nature in it's finest. Looking forward to many more trips in the future.