A Wedding at Nesselrod on the New: A Beautiful Day Marred by Broken Promises…read moreWeddings are meant to be magical and stress-free. When we began planning ours, we envisioned an intimate micro-wedding with about 50 guests on a crisp November day. We chose Nesselrod on the New, under new ownership, for its rustic charm. Unfortunately, what should have been a beautiful experience was marred by disorganization, broken promises, and unprofessional behavior. When we first toured the venue in July, Brittany, the new owner, promised the barn would be fully enclosed with permanent walls and heated floors by our wedding date. She also offered to decorate based on a Pinterest board I sent. However, early signs of disorganization appeared: Brittany gave different price quotes, delayed the contract (which still had the previous owner's information), and needed multiple reminders on details we had already discussed. The major issue arose two weeks before the wedding when Brittany casually texted us that the barn walls would not be built; instead, she would hang cream-colored tarps. A week before the wedding, she added that the heated floors might not work either. At that point, with guests' travel already arranged, it was too late to cancel. The night before our wedding, while we were in the middle of a special family dinner, Brittany sent a picture of the barn with clear plastic stapled up around it. Her accompanying message was, "I like it better without the tarps, brings in more natural light." I responded, "The main thing is to make sure it is warm. It's going to be dark. We want the tarps." Her response? "I'm not going to use them, they cost a lot for one-time use." This was the moment everything came to a head. She had promised tarps. She had promised walls. And now she was choosing, unilaterally, to back out of those commitments the night before the biggest day of our lives. Her tone grew increasingly defensive and dismissive. She claimed she'd gone "above and beyond" for what we had paid, even though she hadn't delivered what was contractually promised. She even said she had sold a car to afford the plastic sheets, which she insisted were superior to the tarps anyway. Her texts continued to get more hostile. When I began crying, my family insisted I cease communication. On the wedding day, Brittany and her husband were still stapling plastic up hours before the ceremony. Our florist arrived to install floral arrangements on the arbor, and Brittany's husband--Joe--helped her while muttering curse words and angrily saying, "Who the f** holds a wedding in November?"*. That is not something a vendor should ever say, let alone at the actual event. Guests had to wear coats indoors because the heated floors were non-functional. Brittany and Joe spent the reception sitting at the edge of the dance floor in casual clothing, scrolling on their phones. They looked completely disinterested and detached--like they were bored employees at a DMV, not hosts of a once-in-a-lifetime celebration. Two teenage girls--wearing jeans and sweatshirts--wandered through the barn mid-reception holding a small dog. They helped themselves to food, stood around the drink table, and chatted with Brittany like it was a casual get-together. They even let the dog run around the dance floor, posing a tripping hazard while people were dancing. These girls made it into our wedding photos. Let that sink in. After the event, our family stayed behind to help clean up. We had been told that we only needed to remove the trash and that the venue staff would take care of the rest. However, someone had apparently gotten sick in the bathroom--and rather than quietly taking care of it as a venue host should, Brittany confronted my family and asked indignantly, "Who is going to clean the bathroom?!" My father and daughter-in-law ended up cleaning the mess in their wedding clothes. As our family packed up the decorations, Brittany casually suggested they leave them for her to use. She also wanted to keep the extra plates, cups, silverware, and food. It felt exploitative and incredibly presumptuous. At this point, our family was so done with the situation that they only left behind a box of crackers--which Brittany said she could use to feed her chickens. Brittany may be new to owning a venue, but there's no excuse for this level of disorganization, broken promises, and rudeness. What was most disappointing wasn't just that things didn't go as promised--it was the lack of professionalism, the gaslighting, and the hostile tone she took when we asked her to follow through on basic commitments. Our wedding ended up beautiful because of our loved ones and in spite of Nesselrod. Brittany's behavior added unnecessary stress to what should have been a joyful occasion. If you're considering Nesselrod on the New for your event, I strongly urge you to reconsider. A pretty venue is meaningless without professionalism and trustworthiness behind it.

Great service, incredible property, and wonderful rooms!…read more My partner and I loved staying at this charming cozy inn. Our room, the Lily of the Valley, was clean, spacious, adorably decorated and exceedingly comfortable to stay in. We loved the wallpaper, elaborate seating, and wooden furniture accents. Most of all we loved the huge bathtub surrounded by gorgeous green tile. The inn keeper, Jeff, offered a delicious home-made breakfast in the morning and was a joy to talk with! Are you tired of staying at hotels that nickel-and-dime you and don't care about your comfort? Ditch the hotels and stay at Nesselrod of the New, you won't regret it!

The inn is a large, gorgeous, and meticulously clean Victorian-style home. A combination of…read moreantiques, dolls made by Linda Salyers in her workshop behind the inn, Amish quilts, and French country- and Victorian-style furnishings fill the parlor, the bedrooms, the kitchen, the dining room, and the upstairs sitting room. Even the recently remodeled bathrooms are decorated down to last detail and include soap, toiletries, and towels. But don't let the classic décor fool you, the inn also boasts complimentary Wi-Fi and some of the rooms have flat-screen televisions. Each stay includes complimentary snacks in each bedroom, non-alcoholic beverages available from the kitchen refrigerator, coffee, tea, and a wonderful breakfast made by Linda Salyers every morning. My breakfast consisted of a bottomless coffee cup, orange juice, French toast made with fresh apples in a casserole dish (think homemade apple pie with thick bread instead of crust!) and a wonderful breakfast quiche. If you find yourself headed to or through the Blacksburg/Christiansburg area of Virginia, the Ivycrest Inn Bed and Breakfast is a must-stay property.

Some excellent Minnesota hospitality! They will always cook dinner and if you're lucky Dave will…read morewhip up some excellent late night cocktails. They know how to keep the drinks and conversation flowing!

Perfection!!! We had planned an overnight in Bluefield our halfway stop to our destination, Baker's…read moreHill Inn was beyond our expectation. The Inn was built in 1910, Lisa, the owner has transformed the home into a beautiful establishment. The front porch is very inviting as well as the room we occupied with an adjoining porch. Very clean, beautifully decorated. Our bed was so comfortable we didn't want to get up. We had our furry baby, who Lisa welcomed with treats. Lisa is so hospitable, attentive & friendly, who really made us feel welcomed. She tops your stay off with a great breakfast, fresh berries, bacon, scrambled eggs, & apple turnovers, variety of juices & endless cups of coffee. A must!!!

Lisa is a wonderful host and very responsive ... always willing to go above and beyond…read more place was super clean and relaxing ... would recommend this alternative to any hotel/motel

We attended a wedding in Fincastle and because of snow storm needed a place to stay close by. The…read moreBowman's were very accommodating! Their hospitality was 5 stars for sure! We only hated we didn't allow time to stay longer, but hopefully can return to enjoy their home again and the beautiful town of Fincastle. Highly recommend staying with the Bowman's if you are close by.

From the owner: 25 East Main Bed and Breakfast is a charming 1870 Victorian home in Historic Fincastle, VA…read more Wonderful breakfasts are provided at the time requested.

We arrived at the Oaks and were quickly greeted upon arrival by the innkeepers, Shannon and Jason,…read moretwo lovely people. They went out of their way to not only take our bags but give us a complete tour of the inn, to include its history. They provided us with a complimentary drink and were ever the most gracious hosts. The smell of the morning breakfast was so enticing that we could hardly wait to indulge. Homemade scones, fruit, granola, bacon, etc... wonderfully presented. I highly recommend this inn for your getaway. You won't be disappointed and Shannon and Jason truly will make it a memorable experience.

What a disappointment! The Inn has changed ownership and the experience is nowhere near the same!…read moreGone are the warm welcome and house made baked goods. Gone are the amazing breakfast and barista coffee. Our breakfast was poorly cooked and seemed straight from the freezer. The muffins were from a 99 cent mix. A far cry from what is expected at a Bed and Breakfast

We had our first time here. The mansion was beautifully restored. The owners are very nice as is…read moretheir employee. Breakfast was great. A short walk to other restaurants and brewpubs in town. Nice and quiet. We cannot wait to go back. We stayed here to ride our bikes on the New River Rails to Trails.

Do yourself a favor the next time you are passing through Wytheville... Don't stay at a chain…read morehotel. Instead indulge yourself by spending a night in the magnificently restored Trinkle Mansion. Owned by Patti and Bernie Pizinger, this century home was restored by Patti in the early 2000s and has been operating for over 10 years. We stayed in the Monroe Room, complete with a antique queen size solid wood bed, claw foot tub, and multi head shower. There are many shared spaces including a library, conservatory and a wonderful side porch complete with a beautiful swing for two. Hot coffee served in a community parlor off the rooms then a three course breakfast iz served in the formal dining room under one of the three elegant Austrian crystal chandelier. This was perhaps the best experience we have had in a B&B in the 25+ years we have been visiting them.

This old victorian house is lovely inside and out. The inside is well decorated, homey and…read moreabsolutely spotless throughout. Doris the hostess will warmly greet you and show you around the home. Our bedroom was appointed as the rest of the home with antiques. Our queen bed and pillows were very comfortable She is very friendly, tends to your needs and in the morning provides a great breakfast. Our breakfast consisted of fresh sliced fruit, pitchers of ice water and fresh orange juice, bacon and eggs perfectly cooked to order, fresh pastry, coffee and an assortment of tea is available. You cannot go wrong reserving a room here the price is right.

My stay here last week was fabulous. Dori is the sweetest lady and made me feel right at home…read more Beautiful home and furnishings. We had a great time catching up on all the changes in Alderson in the last 75 years. If you're in the area, it's a must place to stay. 5 stars and more. Wonderful experience.

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.