Stratford Hall is the ancestral home of the Lee family of Virginia. The beautiful Great House and its surrounding plantation buildings is located on the Potomac River in Westmoreland County on Virginia's Northern Neck. The historic structures are now a museum operated by the National Park Service & is listed on the National Historic Register. Built by Thomas Lee, who served as an Acting Governor of the Colony of Virginia, construction was completed in the early 1740's. The buildings breathe history. One can feel it walking the grounds. Two of Lee's sons Richard Henry Lee & Francis Lighthouse Lee were signers of the Declaration of Independence & Delegates to the First Continental Congress. Thomas Liddell Lee was a Virginia Legislator. Walking the grounds where those men, who were instrumental in the Founding of the country, walked, lived & even played was a feeling that's hard to describe. I'd love to hear what the house and grounds could tell me with the whispers & stories it still must hold. The benefit of taking the backroads to Alexandria or nearby Charles County, MD, rather than the long parking lot that I-95 has become, is passing the wonderful historic places on the route. My route starts at the highway 17 exit off I-64 west and can continue north a number of different ways depending on my final destination. The easiest way to reach Stratford Hall and other beautiful historic properties from Highway 17 is to cross the Rappahannock River at Tappahanock on Highway 360 then north on Highway 3 which winds toward the Potomac. You'll see the signs for Stratford Hall from that road. If you're feeling adventurous, like I did in earlier years, you'll let your GPS take you through roads in an exploration of the countryside. In historic, beautiful Virginia you never know what you'll find. A visit to Stratford Hall is a must for those fascinated by American history. read more

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I visited the grounds on an early Sunday morning and came away quite enchanted. It was huge! It was well staffed! It was beautiful. All around well done and one of my favorite of the old surviving Virginia plantations. You park and go thru a very small museum to pay your dues. Then across a neat bridge over a ginormous gully to the gift shop and a beautiful walk to the house. The house tour (self audio) was quite cool. The grounds were just awesome. Lots of outbuildings well maintained. It was like a mini Colonial Williamsburg in all the depth and information. I could have spent a day there. Later, I decided to drive the other side and stumbled upon a whole new unexpected world. Lots of cabins that could be rented, a restaurant that seemed closed for the winter and then a windy drive to the river where people were searching and finding fossil shark teeth. One showed me his treasures. They weren't gigantic, but you could definitely tell they were shark teeth. Finally before leaving the river front was a old gristmill which alone would have been worth the trip. Anyone near the area should add it to their list and if you have guests around, make it an activity on your "visitor's list". read more

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SO well done! Every time we travel, I try to find nearby historical sites to visit. It's that working in museums and having degrees in History thing I've got going. We've visited several plantations and historical houses over the years, so I was expecting the same old same old - looking at rooms in old houses, detached kitchens, etc. etc. This was SO much more. Not only is the property well maintained, historically significant and just downright beautiful, but the audio tours are outstanding!!! You don't have to pay extra for the audio tour after paying your admission. It's free and there are several of them (which you can actually do all at once). There is the main tour, the African American Experience, a Children's Tour as well as tours from the male perspective and the female perspective. OUTSTANDING! And the best part, you can download them to your phone if you wish. They will walk you through it in the visitor's center. And by taking the audio tour, you can do it at your own pace. You will get a map showing each numbered tour stop - then you listen. And the beautiful thing is that you can choose all of the tours and listen to all of the perspectives at that site number. What a fantastic experience!! This is so much better than taking a tour with a guide or a volunteer docent because when you do that, they may miss some things and you don't get everyone's voice that was at that site. If I was still running a historical house, I would suggest this in a heartbeat (and I say that as a former paid tour guide and educational director for several sites you may have been to here in VA, if you are into history and are still reading this review!). I don't know what it cost them to have this produced, but from a visitor's view, it was worth every penny. If you find yourself anywhere near Stratford Hall, GO THERE. It is an experience that everyone in your group will enjoy and get something out of. I can't recommend it enough! read more

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I had previously went here with my kids about 15 years ago and since Tony and I were in the area I decided to stop again. It was very easy to find close to Colonial Beach VA in the same area where other famous people were born and lived Stratford Hall is the birthplace and Childhood home of Robert E Lee in 1807 and his siblings. I am a history major and my dream job was to be a history teacher but I never made it. So, when my kids and nieces & nephew was growing up I dragged them on field trips back in time and they actually LOVED it!!!! As adults now, they tell me it's some of their favorite childhood memories. Stratford Hall is a gorgeous working (still today) Plantation. There is a gorgeous Great House, tons of out buildings and barns. Built in 1730 by Thomas Lee, its still one of the greatest homes ever built in American History. Over 2000 acres spread out along the banks of the Potomac River. Lee Family had various notable descendants born and raised here. Including 2 Signers of the Declaration of Independence : Richard Henry Lee and Francis Lightfoot Lee. Also American Revolution War Hero "Light Horse Harry" Lee father of Robert E Lee. The Grounds Pass for $8 per adult and $5 per child gives you access to the property for the hiking trails, public grounds, beach area access and gardens BUT not to the Great House or other buildings. General adult admission tickets for the Driving Tour that is audio to 28 stops is $12 each and $5 per child. This is the one we chose to do today. Currently due to Covid-19 the Great Hall and Buildings are closed. If in the area, I highly recommend you to check it out. Amazing how in 9 years, it will be 300 yrs old!! read more

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Luckily this house already was set with an audio tour, so you can show up, scan your device at markers, and hear the audio descriptions at your own pace and own space. At the visitor's center, there is a museum exhibition, then you cross over a bridge to the next building (a gift shop and the restaurant) and passed that you get to the house. Everything is pretty scenic, and I saw a family with a dog and picnic tables near the house, so this makes for a great park. Even before you get inside the house, there are side storage buildings, kitchen, garden, carriage house, etc. that each have audio bits to explain how the house worked. Once inside, each room is filled with period-accurate items and there are descriptions of how the house was researched and what is original You can only go on 2 levels of the house, but there is a lot of things to listen to. There are cottage rentals on site as well and up the road is a grist mill and beach access next to hiking trails. Going to the house site takes a couple of hours, but in nice weather, coming to the property to enjoy nature is great too. Plenty of free parking. I learned a lot here, and the site itself has a lot to offer. read more

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Came for thr wine and oyster festival and it was amazing. Lines were long after 1pm but everything was worth the price of the ticket. You got wine tastings, tours of the houses, and access to food vendors which the oysters that were grilled with jalepeno, bacon, onions, and cheese Everything was fun and delicious read more

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Originally the Plantation of the Lee family one of the best preserved 18th century plantations Home to 2 signers of the Declaration of Independence and R E Lee. Beautiful grounds and onsite accommodations. A couple of food festivals in the summer. A much more inclusive look at plantation life. The accommodations are in cottages very unhotel like, with private bedrooms but a shared common living room, dining room, kitchen (fridge, microwave, water pitcher w/ filter, and coffee maker) and a back porch. Much more of a cottage feel. Have stayed 3 times and one time there were 2 other couples there that we neither heard or saw other than very briefly. On of the cottages allows dogs under 35 lbs. (at least as of this review) with a sur charge. read more

Stratford Hall is a historic house museum in the northern neck of Virginia. It was the plantation house of four generations of the Lee family of Virginia (later with descendants expanding to Maryland and other states). It was the boyhood home of two signers of the Declaration of Independence, Richard Henry Lee(1732-1794), and Francis Lightfoot Lee (1734-1797), and it was the birthplace of Robert Edward Lee (1807-1870), who was a longtime military officer in the Corps of Engineers in the United States Army, and later General-in-Chief of the Confederate States Army and commanded its Army of Northern Virginia during the American Civil War (1861-1865). The estate was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1960, under the care of the National Park Service in the U.S. Department of the Interior. This is not a place you stumble upon by accident; the northern neck of Virginia is not on the way to anywhere. So, you have to come here on purpose. But you can make a day of it and visit other interesting sites such as Washington's birthplace and the spot where union troops caught and killed John Wilkes Booth. The house is open to the public and tickets run about $14. You pay at the gate and then drive to a visitor center, where you can arrange a guided tour or a self-guided version. There is a gift shop featuring all the usual colonial era Knick Knacks but also some interesting books. A small inn and guest cabins are also located on site as well as a small "grab n go" food operation. The main house and grounds are impressive, located about a mile from the river (to avoid ship fired cannonballs of the day). Many outbuildings and slave quarters can also be toured. The guided tour lasts about an hour. Afterwards, drive down to the beach and see the grist mill and cliffs on the Potomac. Be aware that on weekdays you will see and hear many loud groups of kids on school field trips. read more

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Amazing! We went early on a Sunday morning, the staff were very helpful and informative: giving us all the info we needed to successfully enjoy the self guided audio tour! The grounds were very well maintained. This is a trip we will not forget! read more

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At a time where it is well proven those writing textbooks and those choosing textbooks for our schools decided to change history to their own goals and warped ideals this place stands the test of time! Not only does it make the visitors feel the true Lee family legacy it also starts them down the road to what the Lee's did not only for Virginia but to help found the USA! PLEASE understand Robert Edward Lee, a Graduate of the US MILITARY ACADEMY at West Point where he graduated WITHOUT having ever recieved a demerit! Something very few if any but Robert E. Lee have done! General Robert E. Lee was also the FIRST GENERAL President Lincoln offered the command of the Armies of the Potomac! It's a true shame that more has not been written of Thomas Henry Lee and the Leedstown/ Westmoreland resolutions! I camped here as a Boy Scout in the late 60's and have been taught of these true Patriots called Lee's of Virginia. This is a fantastic place to learn and teach the true history of the Lee's. I love this fantastic place. I am honored to have camped here as a youth and have stayed here in the cabins as an adult! Check out the accommodations of the rental cabins. Do not forget the local dining with the best seafood ever. Great wineries and many other historic locations! I love my Northern Neck of Virginia. See if you can get someone to explain why it is called "The Northern Neck " !!!!! Thanks for visiting and enjoy. I pray you get to love this Northern Neck as much as I ! read more

Six Washingtonians embark on a journey to uncover the secrets of our nation's history. The boyhood home of General Lee is unfamiliar territory to this "Yank" and has possibly been overshadowed by his more famous mansion in Arlington or his boyhood home in Old Town Alexandria. I live on Lee Highway and up the hill from Washington Lee High School. We know a lot about Lee before and after the Civil War and I was hoping to find out more about the Robert E. Lee, the child. Little did I know, nobody knows much about Lee in his childhood and he never spoke much about it. Actually, I wouldn't find out much about Robert E. Lee at all here. Touted as "Home of the Lees of Virginia & Birthplace of Robert E. Lee" you'd think that you'd learn more about what made Robert into the man that we'd come to know. Granted, Lee only lived in the house for the first four years of his life, I suppose it's difficult to deduct clues about how it contributed to his development. The house tour was worth the $10 and the young lady that assisted us was knowledgeable, friendly and witty. The only drawback to the house tour was the lack of a cohesive storyline. The tour felt disjointed because we jumped back and forth between different generations and it was hard to get a sense of what life was like for one specific family or a specific person. Our group felt similarly in regards to the tour and we had trouble connecting to the house. The grounds to the house are well kept and I enjoyed strolling through the property on an sunny autumn day. The gift shop was what you'd typically expect of a colonial inspired theme, although they do sell edible treats, honey (?) and jams that are made on the property, too. "I ain't afraid of no ghosts." - Ray Parker, Jr. Ghostbusters I have a tendency to straggle. As the tour was ending, it took a minute to realize that people were heading downstairs. As I walked down the hallway towards the parlor, I saw a man in the parlor heading towards the fireplace. We had previously been in the room and I thought that one of my friends was either planning on scaring me or seeing something that I had missed. I peeked behind the door only to find the room empty. Apparently this ghostly scenario has been played out before. The tour guide herself told our group that she had heard footsteps in the house before and has been told of several reports of people seeing someone in the parlor. She says that people on the property believe that Light-horse Harry Lee continues to take up residence here. She also informed me that psychics have scoured the place and have reported "activities." A little digging yielded plenty of information. Verdict: Come prepared with a little research of you own to better understand any questions you may have about Robert E. Lee. Looking for ghostly activities? Ask the spirits for guidance. WoooOOOOooo. Do stroll the grounds and drive down towards the water! Not to be missed. Jeers: No Photography. Someone should tell them that photography without a flash doesn't harm the house. Ask the Italians, they've been doing this type of stuff for centuries. Interesting Info: Check out Google Street view for a self guided tour of the house. You can't take pictures, but you can tour the house via Google? Hypocrites. read more

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Wonderful, outstanding, fascinating, historic setting. Huge estate to explore including splendid river overlook and old grist mill. Engaging tour of Great House from top to bottom in very small group, museum-quality visitors center explains history of estate and many generations of Lee family who built/occupied/modified it. Well worth several hour visit. read more

Great! The main house is fairly well-kept, and the hour-long, docent-led tour was well worth the $10 admission. There was lots to see, and I learned a lot about Civil War-era life for Virginians. The extensive grounds are well maintained, with lots to see. Do not miss if you are in the area. MUCH better than Washington's birth place (which was a total dud because it is not historically accurate). read more

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This place has so much going for it. History, walking trails, open spaces to wander, great lodging. We have been here twice and took the big House tour twice. Both tour guides were great. I love the personal information each added to the official information. During this visit the Main House Dining room was undergoing restoration. The amount to detail open for us to look at was amazing. Unlike during our last visit we had the time to read all the information of the history and preservation of the buildings and grounds. There is so much detail it took and hour of non-stop reading and looking at artifacts and photos. You really have to admire the work that these women have put into this endeavor over the years. read more

We had a wonderful tour of this beautiful property. Eleanor was our guide and was fantastic. Things did get a bit uncomfortable when she was talking about removing the Lee statue (which I support) in Richmond, and people started chiming in about "rewriting history." As a lover of history and a perpetual student of our history, the Lee Plantation is a gem that must be preserved for our collective history. Thanks, Eleanor for a great tour. read more

We took a group there for a meeting and tour. The welcomed us and communicated so well with setting up our meeting. The house and grounds were lovely. There is a small museum in the welcome center and a meeting room(which our group used). The back doors open onto a walkway bridge to the house and grounds. There was a special celebration with booths for showcasing glimpses into the music, dress, work life, children's toys among others. The shop across the bridge has ya hodgepodge of interesting items and good colonial children's books. We had a group ranging from toddlers to the grandparents in age and all enjoyed our afternoon at Stratford Hall. A great hands on history lesson for the children. read more

From the perspective of a history buff, I'm glad I visited. The house and the grounds were beautiful and it's always really amazing to visit a place that people who changed the course of history have been. It was neat to hear about the parties the Lee family threw and the people they entertained, like George Washington. However, I felt there were some serious racial undertones going on during the guided tour. The gift shop had a tiny corner of books about women and black history to "make up for it" I guess. Skip the dining room experience. The food isn't good. I was looking forward to some good Southern food, at least a good biscuit after the tour guide talked about them so much. I got a pilsbury biscuit with mustard in a packet and some mediocre ham. Not really what I was looking for. read more

We happened upon Stratford Hall at the end of our vacation in Virginia, October 25,2020. What an incredible surprise and what incredible "History" ... we had no idea when we went there the background history of Robert E Lees ancestors and how they helped found this country in the revolutionary war,and that (2) of his ancestors signed the Declaration of Independence. We were touring Virginia learning about both Sides of the Civil War, Union & Confederate... and we thought why not also go see where Lee was born too. We were blown away by the incredible background history of this family. Definitely as must see for everyone who is interested in learning about our nations founding and historical facts. A beautiful home, ( especially for 1732) beautiful grounds and view of the Chesapeake Bay. Wonderful information center with amazing artifacts. I highly recommend everyone to come see. It is definitely worth the experience! read more

The plantation here is a magnificent brick structure which stands above the Potomac River, but I think you have to consider the entire plantation grounds and not just the house. There are historical gardens, slave quarters, a mill and many cabins and other lodging for guests who wish to stay overnight. Additionally, there is a great hiking trail which goes along the Potomac and up and down several ravines, making for a moderate level of hiking while affording fabulous water views. The plantation management does a good job of interpreting the area through signs, incorporating information on the local flora and fauna in addition to the historical information. The plantation does charge admission, though I believe the rates are quite low. You can purchase admission to tour the house or just to tour the grounds as a DIY tour. read more

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I came here for an event called Kitchen Table Stories, a presentation on African-America stories of the Northern Neck. This site is a plantation that has been very well preserved. The speaker Dr. Lauranett L. Lee demonstrated and articulated the importance of interviewing our elders and learning our history. Awesome experience! read more

My wife and I are regular visitors and when we have guests stay with us we always take them to Stratford Hall. It's such a beautiful property and an interesting historic house. We went yesterday with my sister-in-law. Our tour guide, Beth, was exceptional. She was enthusiastic and knowledgeable and welcomed our questions - a wonderful hostess. It was a rainy, foggy day so we didn't go to the beach to look for sharks teeth like we normally do, but it was a lovely visit anyway. Thanks Beth for the great tour! read more

I loved it here. Ever since reading the NYTimes article about the northern neck of VA, I've been wanting to come here. This is the ancestral home of Robert E. Lee, and there is a small history museum where you can become more aquainted with him and his family before the tour of the house. The house itself is quite impressive, and the tour is fairly elaborate and very informative. There are also slave quarters and gardens, if you're interested among other sites on this working farm. Stafford Hall is like Mount Vernon, so it's a must see for history buffs and people from DC who want to get away for a while. read more

Wonderful place to visit. Off the beaten path compared to some other places of historical value but well worth it:). The house is beautiful. The small museum on site is well stocked with original items. That may sound strange to say but i spent far more money in Chicago at the Field Museum on a special exhibit only to find out at the end the items were not the originals just replicas. Definitely worth the money and your time. read more

I grew up less than an hour from Stratford Hall, but I had not been there since an elementary school field trip when I was 8. When vacationing in the NNK/MP area about a month ago, we decided to work Stratford Hall into our plans. I typically focus on reviewing restaurants on Yelp, and came here to rate their onsite restaurant, but noticed that it did not have a separate entry. And that makes sense, because even though you can buy a site pass (for $5 I believe) and just go to the restaurant and enjoy the hiking trails and scenery, it really should be reviewed as a whole experience. As for the "Great House" - the review that it is rather boring and rigid early American southern architecture is accurate, but it does not diminish the importance of the Lee family or take away from the experience IMO. The tour of the house is rather brief - about an hour - but it is fascinating to see how that old architecture has stood the test of time. And while the house's look is both beautiful and boring, the landscape is amazing, and the view of the Potomac Cliffs from the riverside are stunning. If nature trails and walking are your thing, you can easily spend a day here just farting around in the woods. (Whoops! Some of my native NNKer slipped out!) As for the onsite dining room, it honestly exceeded my expectations. I was expecting a stuffy atmosphere, small portions, high prices, and average quality. Instead, it was a warm, inviting environment - a closed-in porch overlooking a ravine with a wonderful view. The food was very reasonably priced (a full menu with prices is available online), well-portioned, and good quality. They describe their style online as a mix of traditional southern fare mixed with classical French. To me, it more reminds me of Julia Childs Americana comfort food with a French twist. I ordered the Salad Nicoise - and seriously, when was the last time you saw that on a menu? Every component, even the canned tuna (and yes, you're supposed to use canned tuna on a Salad Nicoise) was tasty. My wife and father-in-law both enjoyed their Angus burger on ciabatta, and my mother-in-law had no complaints on her pork BBQ on kaiser roll. There was a small wait as they were a bit short-staffed and, as I understand it, just typically not that busy so if a lot of people come at once, they can get in the weeds a bit. But still, service was sharp and as prompt as possible. If just rating the dining hall - it's right on that 3.5 stars line. But the whole experience brings it up to 4 stars. And where else can you go for a good meal with a nice scenic view, have plenty of scenic trails to walk it off, and go visit an important historical landmark, all for around $25 bucks a person? If you're looking for a family afternoon that is both educational, fun, and a good value, Stratford Hall is worth a visit. read more

Highly recommended for history buffs and the curious. The grounds are huge and for $10 offer an entire day of exploring. There are hiking trails through the woods that end at beautiful cliffs over the Potomac, and also lead you to a quiet beach next to the old mill. Pack snacks, but don't worry about lunch. Stratford Hall has a great dining hall. I had the ham biscuits which came with potato salad and coleslaw that was amazing!!! I originally asked for the fried chicken but pressed for time couldn't wait the 25 minutes for it to be cooked from SCRATCH! Definitely a must stop if in the Northern Neck. I wen on a 95 degree day, which I don't recommend, so try Spring, early Summer or Fall. read more

Nice hiking trails, didn't take the tour. I'm giving it three stars because the Dining Room was pricey and the waitresses were not too friendly. read more

We just visited Stratford Hall yesterday. I'm still thinking about our visit today. It was just delightful. Our tour guide, Betty, was just as much a part of our experience as was the Great house and grounds. There was snow on the ground, so we will definitely be planning a trip back to see the gardens in the spring. The home is beautiful and I wasn't expecting it to be so large, having visited Stonewall Jackson's house. Betty is so knowledgeable and was very kind and caring to our two young children. read more

On the National Register of Historic Places, this well-maintained plantation of Robert E. Lee really takes you back in time. Sprawling grounds include the great house and accessory buildings kept as a museum, a grist mill along the river, hiking trails. Easy to miss off the beaten path of Route 3, but plenty to offer. Special events include car shows, annual Easter egg hunt, and a wine festival. read more

Very well-preserved home of the Lee family and birthplace of Robert E. Lee. The guides were very knowledgeable about the house, the area, and the Lees. When I was there they answered some fairly detailed questions. Admission was $10 per person but it's worth it and one can spend hours walking the grounds to the cliff overlooking the Potomac after touring the house. read more

We recently completed a group event at this site with members of our private wine, food and historical property hobbyist club. The location was selected for our 2013 summer tour for its recognized historic significance in the state of Virginia, and because it is an area of evolving interest in enology and viticulture having several boutique wineries and vineyards in the surrounding environs to explore. Nestled between two rivers on the Chesapeake Bay, Stratford Hall Inn and the surrounding terrain will appeal to those searching for a short, rural, relaxing respite from life's hustle and bustle. Guestrooms in the Cheek House feature conveniences that create a peaceful and comfortable ambiance and allow for a group to be housed together with a common lounging area. The food service and housekeeping staffs were exceptionally helpful, friendly and played a significant role in the success of our visit. As a group we enjoyed a very high quality, privately prepared, 5 course wine paired meal orchestrated by in-house Chefs Benedicte Merian and Will Epes, and two traditionally hearty and tasty Southern style breakfasts. The architecturally stunning 18th century Great House museum and the corresponding Stratford Cliffs on premises are well worth the visit. Based on our experience, I would not recommend this site for a group stay that requires a lot of hands-on attention. From the minute we arrived until our departure, we were pretty much on our own to fend for ourselves. Although as the Event Coordinator I had contact and assistance (via electronic mail and telephone) in the time leading up to our stay with our reservations and special request bookings, no on-site group representative was available, or provided. Thankfully, Ms. Merian (Director of Food Services, and the only one in management who officially introduced herself) volunteered to help us with the two 'hiccups' we encountered. As a group we enjoyed our experience, and would encourage others interested in historical property preservation, and in regional viticulture to visit. read more

Lovely plantation, interesting and informative tour. I once went to the dining room for lunch before and it was OK. This trip, the food was spot on and the service was friendly. The kids enjoyed the beach area looking for sharks teeth. A great spot for the family. read more

We have dined here a number of times in the past and enjoyed the experience. Lunch today was definitely not a positive experience. Several of the items on the menu were unavailable. Apparently the Thanksgiving crowd depleted their inventory. We could have handled that disappointment if the quality of the food was better. Our medium hamburger was not. It appeared to be stamped and not even handmade. They only had one left, so I was forced to eat the chicken sandwich which was a disappointment. The only saving grace were the french fries. We were the only couple in the restaurant, but still had a hard time getting attention. Would've been a great day for the fireplace, but they decided not to bother. No one was apologetic for anything. Hopefully it was just a bad day. At a national monument you expecting better than food court food. read more

A nice example of unimaginative and rigid axial architecture of the early American south. There is no nuance to the approach and experience of the house, it's full frontal and one walks in a straight line from entry to exit. And those front building entry stairs don't look quite right. Bad feng shui to the layout. The English estates these southern homes were trying to ape leave visitors with much more spatial satisfaction. read more

This is a great little trip to gain insight into the history of our country. Wish that the Great House was completely restored at our visit but we enjoyed the tour and grounds. read more

The lovely restaurant has old plantation charm, with wood floors and a stone fireplace, and the prettiest women's bathroom I have ever seen.(strange to remark on that, but it's worth the remark.) The food is fresh, carefully made, and generally local. The flaky biscuits were delicious, served with house-made jam. I ate lamb chops with wine and mushroom sauce, and the BEST sautéed fresh yellow squash and orange peppers. Husband enjoyed shrimp and grits. Service was friendly. The beers were only $3 and house salad was $4, which were real deals, so our bill for 2 was $65 for a gourmet meal. We were driving north and only had time for dinner, but will return for the plantation tour. read more