I'm a sinensophile... I love tea... and tea rooms! I've been to almost every one in Virginia and…read morebeyond! So I was really looking forward to coming to Peace Hill Farm for their afternoon tea. I made reservations for me and my friend. It was a lovely drive ... At first... the gps directions are awful. I was taken down a road which was designated as peace hill - but we ended up at a red house, no one there, then we called and got even worse directions. The woman on the phone told us to go by the "red hen house" and through the woods... it was barely a road, full of tree roots, dirt path, and rocky terrain. After a 1/2 hour, we finally made it and end up at the back of the building. Come to find out, if she had just told us to go back to the main road and keep going 1/4-1/2 or so, we'd see the other entrance to the main house. Not a great first impression. The grounds were lovely and the farm animals gave a pastoral vibe. Inside was pretty too, but we were led to a rather secluded back room full of wool and yarn. Not that it wasn't cozy, but quite different from the dozens upon dozens of tea rooms I've been to. The lady who was "minding the store" didn't seem like she knew what she was doing. It took ages to get our teas and the tea (earl grey) tasted bland and stale, the soup was a putrid green (inedible) and while we were waiting we heard her chatting on the phone. Anyway, she wasn't the owner, so maybe she was new or just helping out?? The tea tier arrived and it looked nice... the sandwiches were good, basic cucumber, egg salad, and a pesto, with a mini ham biscuit... the scones were not good - sorry - but they were served with loads of cream and jam yet they should be served plain and the "condiments" on the side. My friend who can't have the toppings and preferred a plain scone, asked for a plain one. The lady said it would take 20 minutes . Which it did, and longer. All and all, it wasn't a very relaxing experience. I took some nice pictures, and we enjoyed the surroundings, but the afternoon tea service itself was mediocre. Sadly, we were disappointed, and I really wanted to love this place since I had heard good things... I'm sure the bed and breakfast side of the experience is probably much better. The sheep, the goats, the wool, the crafts, the pasture raised products, the farm life... that is your best bet from the other reviews I've read, but maybe you'll have a better tea time than we had. We might have to give this place another try and see if it improves.

I visited for afternoon tea with friends. The setting is pretty and I loved the old home. At our…read moreplace setting there was a glass of sparkling wine with a peach puree. We enjoyed the drink however, we had to ask for details about the drink and wish the host would have described it for us. The soup was a tomato soup which was ok but definitely didn't taste like tomato. In general we were disappointed in the food. The tea selection wasn't my favorite. I would have preferred a milder blend to go with the food rather than the choice of two strong flavors.

Really lovely home, and very warm and accommodating family that owns the place. I've been there a…read morecouple times and enjoy both stays greatly.

My friend and I stayed here for a "girls night" and it was awesome! One of the owners, Dot, was so…read morewarm and funny and she gave us a lovely tour. She was super attentive and even got us tea and wine to relax with that evening! And she had great suggestions of where to go in Williamsburg. The property itself is well maintained and absolutely gorgeous. We stayed in Dolly's room which is actually located in a cottage in the back of the property but there are plenty of gorgeous rooms available inside. They were also very attentive to my dietary needs. I have celiac disease so they made sure to make something I could eat for breakfast. I highly recommend this place to everyone. It's gorgeous and the owners are absolute peaches. The holiday decor was amazing, so I suggest going in the winter time. We loved it, we'll definitely be back!

I visited the Virginia Cliffe Inn for their "Christmas at the Inn" arts and crafts showcase last…read moremonth. It was so much better than I could've anticipated. Parking was a breeze, purchasing tickets was easy, and we were able to shop in every single room of the Inn, which also essentially doubled as a tour. The rooms were all lovely and the Inn was the perfect backdrop for shopping. I even tried a sample of their holiday tea (and subsequently bought some). One of the owners was dolling out the samples and it was nice to chat with him. You could tell he and his wife put a lot of love into their Inn. I wouldn't hesitate to return for other events and will keep this spot in mind for future visitors looking for a B&B experience as well.

Superb stay at a gorgeous home in a peaceful setting in suburban Richmond. Delightful hosts and a…read moredelicious breakfast to boot. Highly recommend!

My friends had their wedding here and I absolutely loved the rustic decor. The venue was very…read moreunique and a great place for a party. The many rooms and nooks and crannies allowed for many places to mingle.

Historic Jasmine is a wedding & event venue that has an incredible layout that will quite nicely…read moreaccommodate someone's big day or event. The property is beautiful and well decorated with plants and flowers. There are separate sections for a rehearsal dinner, wedding itself, and reception. Everything is situated in very close quarters which is great if you have elderly guests. The owners are so kind and welcoming. Would definitely recommend this venue to others for their big day or big event.

This was my first time staying in a true bed and breakfast, and it completely exceeded my…read moreexpectations! Lexi and Tom were incredibly friendly hosts and even let me request waffles for breakfast (which were delicious). The inn itself is beautiful, full of history, and has two cozy communal rooms with fireplaces--perfect for curling up with a book or getting some writing done. My bed was so comfortable, it felt like sleeping in the 18th century (in the best possible way!). I missed this place as soon as I left and can't wait to visit again. Highly recommend!

I stayed at the Hornsby House on two separate trips in the last couple of months; each stay was…read morewonderful. Great location, great facility, great breakfast and fabulous staff! I will be back in a couple of months as a guest for my niece's wedding at Hornsby House. Highly recommend!!

My son and daughter-in-law were married here in April 2023. They made arrangements with the…read moreprevious owner and were not informed of the sale of the property until 2 weeks before their wedding. The new owner was terribly difficult and tried not to honor the arrangements in the contract with the previous owner. There were holes in walls and ceilings from partial renovations. Rooms we had been promised the use of were locked. The new owner made an event that should have been joyful very stressful. I would advise couples to find another venue.

Just had my friend's wedding here this past weekend. The place is perfect to have a wedding/ event…read more The wedding was beautiful! Ooh and a big bonus for a lot of us -- a pool and a hot tub in the backyard. On top of that, there are 5+ rooms for guests to stay at so it makes everything easier for us bridesmaids. The owner of this place - Peggy, she was the sweetest lady you'll ever meet. She helped put everything together for the bride and groom, the bridesmaids, and guests. She is so wonderful, full of energy. She even made bomb ass breakfast for those who stayed there. Everyone in the wedding still was talking about how delicious the biscuits are. God bless this woman! Anyway, if you are looking for a place to host your event, don't hesitate. You will not regret it!

Full disclosure I didn't stay here, but my Mother and Father did so i'm writing this review for…read morethem. They stayed here for my son's wedding and they couldn't have been happier. They loved Betty Wallace! Betty was very nice when we met her and dropped my parents off for the weekend. She offered to take them to the wedding venue if something were to prevent us from being able to do it. They got along like old friends and chatted all weekend. I did not eat there, but was told breakfast was fantastic and Betty stuffed them with food and drink and "wouldn't let us help out with anything!" The only real complain I heard was that, Betty wouldn't sit down and eat with them.

I highly recommend this beautiful Bed and Breakfast. The house and grounds are wonderful and Betty…read moreWallace is the best.

My second time at this charming, stunning inn! I can't recommend Inn at Eagles' Watch enough -…read morewhether it's for a relaxing weekend away or a special event - both my experiences have been truly amazing. Can't wait to be back!

We spent a wonderful weekend at the inn while exploring the surrounding area, including Bacon's…read moreCastle, Smithfield and Williamsburg. Jennifer has created a cozy, delightful space with wonderful cuisine and hospitality for days. Really appreciated the wine reception and the multi course breakfast was outstanding. Already daydreaming about a return trip.

Such a beautiful B&B, and perfectly located right between Richmond and Williamsburg! The owners are…read moreso kind and helpful, and it was fabulous staying in such an historic space like this. I slept like a log on the mattress, and really enjoyed having a Keurig right outside of my room. During my stay, owner even provided the surprise of a complementary bottle of local wine to enjoy! I would absolutely return, affordable and cozy!

In a pinch was looking for a little getaway for my wife and I ... not far from home in Richmond but…read morenot too far either. Its a little confusing finding their options using anything except their site directly (vaideninn.com) so GO there instead of anything else. I called and talked to Jess, that was the easiest to do. Booking was done with a link provided over email (but still definitely secure) - frankly, i have spent enough $ thru airbnb and other sites to be happy and book direct. We went with the king bedroom that had a private bath (our one real requirement) and the price is just right too I am rather amazed at how very few reviews there are for this place; I didn't realize that there are quite a few weddings and family reunions that are held nearby. The Vaiden has plenty of southern charm, historic details and quite t jj old feel with modern updates. I've attached a pile of photos to give you a sense of most all of the place. There are areas to be updated, but really didn't notice almost any of it until real close looking around....regardless, what did you expect for a house from the 1780s? Upstairs, to the far right is the smaller room that has I think a full size bed and no private bath. The door to its left is the king size bedroom with a dedicated private bathroom (w shower). To the left, is the two bedroom suite, including a larger bathroom with a clawfoot tub (can be used as shower). Outside the bedrooms is a large sitting area, with a couch and two comfortable chairs; in addition, there is a Keurig with plenty of options and a water tank. Downstairs, there is a large shared sitting area with a few couches immediately to the right of the entry. Off this room, is the kitchenette and a full bathroom with shower. Right in front upon entry is the dining area which has an area for another Keurig and again, there are plenty of options for coffee, tea, etc. To the right of the dining area is the final bedroom suite which I don't recall if was a two bedroom or not, but she did show us a second room with one or two smaller beds and if I recall, a full bathroom. Beyond that, there is a full long kitchen which I think is available when you rent the entire house. The housekeeper (Bonnie) has room beyond that We didn't need a lot of things to do - just a few options nearby. So if wine is your thing, there are least two nearby. Saude Creek vineyards (which we went to) had an amazing musician and good wine (not sweet enough for our tastes except their Muscadine - unavailable though) along with a food truck. There was another winery and brewery in the other direction. If you like casinos, Colonial Downs (Rosie's) is not far at all, but if you've been there, hit I-64 east and you will see another Rosie's but if you want something else, go an hour to Rivers Casino (we went here - talk about packed!). There's also Williamsburg not far away any which has quite its own set of options, including history and restaurants (checkout St George's if you want seafood buffet) and a little stretch of antique shopping. We probably would have done that the following day if it didn't go all rainy :( Bonnie was charming and a joy to talk with towards the end of breakfast. She gave us a nice tour, talked about the house and the area. I didn't mention it before but when booking with Jess, she mentioned and recommended highly the Martha's Kitchen restaurant. I booked a reservation online just in case but that's another review (). Great little getaway spot!!!! Very recommended.