Great service, incredible property, and wonderful rooms! 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! read more

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A Wedding at Nesselrod on the New: A Beautiful Day Marred by Broken Promises Weddings 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. read more

Nesselrod on the New - Brittany and 2 teens (person unseen in the middle is holding the dog) in my wedding pictures. - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Radford, Virginia

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Jeff took good care of us with a nice breakfast and the room had old fashioned happy fairytale vibes. read more

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An amazing b&b. Elegant, fun and cozy. We stayed here on a Sunday night so we had the entire place to ourselves. We stayed in the oriental lily suite which was an odd but fun layout. The grounds are amazing and the owner was a great host. Breakfast was outstanding. Clearly Nesselrod is focused on the wedding business but don't overlook the b&b experience. This would be a good place for a family reunion or fun weekend. If we are back in the area we will stay here again. read more

Wonderful environment. Friendly proprietor. Beautiful grounds. A gem in the Radford, VA area. My wife, son, and I spent a few days at Nesselrod and adored every minute. Jeff, the owner, was personable, welcoming, kind, and a great resource for local information. We felt as though we were staying with a friend (with all the amenities of a modern B&B). read more

We recently visited our grandson, who attends Radford University. We decided to stay at this lovely bed and breakfast. Hannah greeted us with a warm friendly welcome. We were then shown to our room, which had a lovely Oriental theme. We then met Mark, who is the owner/manager/chef!!!! He was also warm and friendly and made us feel at home. His two dogs were a fun addition to the entertainment!!! We had a lovely fireplace in our room, which was cozy and warm. Mark then made a fabulous breakfast the next morning, and, even invited our grandson to come too! We would recommend this lovely bed and breakfast to anyone visiting Radford! Sincerely, David and Susan King read more

What a charming place. We recently stayed here for one night while visiting some friends in the area, the property was lovely and is perched high up on the river bank with an amazing view. Our room was quite an experience, we stayed in the Oriental Lilly room and the theme was well executed, from the paper wall dividers to the koi decorations the room was a pleasant escape with a very comfortable bed. Breakfast was very good and the staff were very accomodating. read more

Clean, beautiful, friendly, quiet. My husband and I stayed here during our wedding night in March 2013 in the Japanese style private room. It was warm, private, and comfortable. The room was positioned off of the main house and had a private garden. The room has two stories. The first floor has a small sofa and fireplace, a Jacuzzi tub, and small fridge. Upstairs was a king sized bed with a TV. It was so comfortable and worth the price. I recently stayed here as the matron of honor for my friend's wedding. She had rented the whole B&B out, so we had our choice of rooms. We also had the rare experience of getting to see the whole place without others around. All the rooms seemed very comfortable and were all decorated a bit differently. All of them had their perks (bigger beds, nicer baths or showers). All had private bathrooms and private controls for heat and air. The wedding was beautiful and went off without a hitch. Also, the breakfast was delicious! Stay here for a comfortable and relaxing experience. read more

Such a lovely, intimate bed and breakfast. My husband stays here often on business and has been asking me to go with him. Finally went this past week and loved the accommodations, breakfast, and location. I enjoyed hiking along the New River and at Claytor State Park. I also visited some historic attractions. read more

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The hospitality, food and comfort of Nesselrod is nothing but nourishing ! We stayed for several days to attend a Radford University music event. It was a true pleasure to interact with fellow guests, uberhost Mark Gordon, his faithful chocolate lab, Buddy, and his gracious staff. Come for the convenience to the university but stay for true southern hospitality and care ! Thanks to all for a lovely stay ! Darsha & Bob read more

I found this beautiful Inn because i was on business travel and there weren't really many hotels. So now when I travel for business I have the pleasure of sleeping in a beautiful room with an amazing bed, homemade breakfast whenever my schedule demands, and the warm welcome of my gracious now friends Who own the Inn. I now look forward to business travel!! read more

Several issues with our stay here would have caused me not to book into this place again, among them the staff conversing at breakfast using four-letter curse words. However I am writing this warning against staying at this place for one GIANT and one GARGANTUAN reason. The giant reason: While the photos give the impression this is a bucolic retreat it actually is located in the Walmart section of town. Excellent views of strip malls and four lane traffic! Gargantuan reason: Our room was located next to some sort of electric generator that roared like a tank or truck all night, making it impossible to sleep. It is unconscionable to trick customers into a room where the unceasing noise is as loud as the New York subway, or a jet plane landing. Even without those horrible factors, the place was grossly overpriced. The breakfast wasn't any good and, after half an hour of polite requests, they couldn't be bothered to fill a go-cup of coffee for me. BEWARE of Nesselrod on the New River! read more

My daughter and I stayed at the Nesselrod B&B after touring Radford. Our stay was wonderful; comfy accommodations, delicious breakfast, and the innkeeper, Mark, couldn't have been nicer. The grounds are beautiful and we had an awesome dinner up the road at the Bull and Bones restaurant at the Peter Dye Golf Course. We will definely be back to the Nesselrod B&B if our daughter decides on Radford. read more

We have two daughters at Radford, so we've stayed in the Super8, and every other not so great hotel in town. We are nearing the end of six years of tuition so spending the extra money for the Nesstlerod was very special and an absolutely wonderful night. The daughters came for breakfast at 10 the next morning, which was delicious and lovely, sitting in the sunny window area at a round table. We stayed in the room with the rain shower and fire place. We loved it and it was worth the splurge. There is nothing negative to say. read more

My son and I spent a couple nights at Nesselrod while exploring Southwestern Virginia on a cross-country road-trip in June 2011. It was a trip highlight. Mark and Rebecca provided us wonderful and very personal hospitality. Our room was very comfortable, and breakfast both mornings was very delicious and everything was homemade. And the property is conducive to relaxation and enjoyment. It's right on the river, and it has been beautifully landscaped. My son played his guitar down in their amphitheatre, and I took a yoga class. And from there, we explored "the crooked road" area of Virginia. Highly recommended. Would be great for a romantic getaway. read more

If you are a traveler of the road less traveled, you need to stop into Radford, VA and stay at the Nesselrod Bed & Breakfast. The Nesselrod B&B sits in a well maintained large english garden along the New River. The setting is enchanting, serene and a peaceful get away from the usual hotel. My wife and I loved walking the gardens. Mark the owner and Sean the Inn Keeper, and Buddy the chocolate labrador dog are excellent hosts. Finally, plan on having an excellent and filling breakfast prepared for you by the Inn Keeper. read more

What a great stay at Nesselrod! We booked the entire B&B (all 5 rooms) for my son's Radford University Graduation/Commissioning weekend event in May. The house was ours to utilize...it was a great retreat on the New River! We coordinated a cocktail party and a graduation dinner at Nesselrod with the assistance of Kelsey and Mark (Nesselrod). The venue has a backyard patio and a much larger outdoor pavilion which offered us a lot of flexibility. Mark and Kelsey were in constant contact with us prior to the big weekend ensuring both events went off "without a hitch. It was the perfect family gathering place and our hosts were personable and wonderful! We stayed in The Enchanted Garden Room... luxurious bed and fabulous shower. Each of the rooms was special and our family enjoyed their accommodations. Each morning breakfast was homemade and delicious! We highly recommend Nesselrod B&B for family and friend gathering events...Thanks again to Kelsey and Mark for making this a very memorable weekend! - Jim and Ellen read more