The Mayhurst Inn...  

Mayhurst is a magnificent and rare Italianate Victorian gem; remarkable for its fanciful exuberant architecture and oval-spiral staircase ascending four floors. The 9200 Sq. Ft Manor House has 8 Guest Rooms and is situated on 37 pastoral acres. Mayhurst is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places and a Virginia Historic Landmark for its historic as well as architectural merit.

You may wish to tour all four floors of the mansion complete with a climb to the rooftop tower where General "Stonewall" Jackson observed his troops. Imagine the bustling 2800 acre plantation of 1860, as you wander into the summer kitchen and smokehouse, past the schoolhouse for the children of the plantation, then continue touring 37 acres with 200 year old trees to the pond and spring house. You are walking where 18,000 Confederate troops pitched their tents during the winter of 1863-64 protecting the mansion which served as headquarters of the Army of Northern Virginia's III Corps. General A.P. Hill commanded over 18,000 troops from a tent on the front lawn. General Robert E. Lee and "Stonewall" Jackson were also guests.

Now outstandingly restored with the best of the antebellum era and 21st century comforts: stately guest rooms all with private baths, double whirlpool tubs, original Italian marble fireplaces, luxury linens, antiques, period decor. Snacks, soft drinks, wine and cheese are served each evening from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Three course full plantation style breakfasts are served on the large patio or in the dining room next to the fireplace.

Our luxurious and romantic guest rooms are air conditioned, all have private baths, and all have gas or wood burning fireplaces. Our beds are fitted with luxury linens and pillows. The decor of each guest room is distinctively different with a wide variety of antiques.

Come enjoy the quiet restful atmosphere, walk through lawns, gardens, fields and forest or fish in our pond. Romantic packages, in cluding in -room massages and Hot Air Balloon Rides, are available on request.

Amenities: Air conditioning, Gas Fireplace, Wood Fireplace, Fridge, Stove, Dishwasher , Microwave, Coffee Maker, Toaster, Washer, Dryer , TV, Cable, Stereo, DVD Player, Telephone , Wireless Internet, Private deck(s), Shared deck(s), View of mountain hill, and more...

Cancellation Policy: 10 Day Notice will refund deposit (-) $20.00 Processing fee

Pets are welcome. We have pets. We are wheelchair accessible. Children are welcome.

Breakfast: A full breakfast is served Three Course Plantation Style Breakfast with Baked goods, fruit course, main course (e.g, Eggs Benedict), a variety of Jucies, Coffee and Tea.

Driving Directions: Mayhurst is in Orange, Virginia. It's north-central Virginia location is convenient: 1 1/2 hours southwest of Washington, D.C., 30 minutes northeast of Charlottesville/University of Virginia, 1 to 1 1/2 hours northwest of Richmond, and 40 minutes east of Skyline Drive. Directions from Washington, D.C.: From the west side and Dulles Airport: 1 1/2 hours driving time Take I-66 West. (From Dulles take Rt. 28 south to I-66) Use Exit 43A at Gainesville onto Rt. 29. travel 38 miles. At the third (3rd) Culpeper exit, "Route 15 Orange", travel south (left turn at end of ramp). Travel 18 miles on Rt. 15 to and through Orange to the south side. Turn right into drive one block after median of divided highway begins. There is a large white lighted sign. From the central, south side and Reagan National Airport: 1 1/2 hours driving time Take I-95 South to Fredericksburg, approx. 50 miles Exit #130B "Route 3" West Travel 15 miles to Wilderness Corner, turn left onto Rt. 20 Travel 20.3 miles into Orange At the first stoplight, a T-intersection, turn left on Route 15 Travel 7/10 mile to where divided highway median begins Turn right into our drive and travel 1/4 mile up hill to the Inn The Inn is not visible from Rt. 15 From Richmond and South: 1 1/2 hours driving time Take I-64 west to Exit 136 "Orange, Zion Crossroads Rt. 15" Travel 19 miles north, through the Gordonsville traffic circle and into the south side of Orange. When center median of the divided highway ends, turn around SAFELY. You will now be traveling south. Turn right into our drive one block after the median begins again Look for lighted white sign. The Inn is not visible from Rt. 15. From I-81 and West: Take I-64 east to Exit 136 "Orange, Zion Crossroads Rt. 15" Continue as above OR if you want the shorter and scenic horse farm route from I-64 west/Charlottesville area: Driving time is 25 mins Take I-64 east to Exit 124 "Rt 250, Shadwell" Travel East 2 miles on Rt. 250 to Rt. 22 Take left onto Rt. 22 East at the "Y" intersection near the brow of the hill Travel 5.3 miles, bear to the left at "Y" onto Rt. 231 North and continue into Gordonsville. From traffic circle in Gordonsville follow signs to Orange on Rt. 15 north When center median of the divided highway ends, turn around SAFELY. You will now be traveling south Turn right into our drive one block after the median begins again. Look for the lighted white sign. The Inn is not visible from Rt. 15

Local Area Attractions: Civil War Battlefields (6), Wineries (6), Golf Courses (4), Museums (2), Presidential Mansions (3), Sky Diving, Horseback Riding, Ballooning, Art Studios (8), Antique Shops (10), Lakes (2), Rivers (2) all within 35 miles of Mayhurst.

Onsite Activities: Wine, Cheese, Soft Drinks and Snacks served each evening between 5:30 and 7:30 PM. Fishing Pond, 37 acres with 2 miles of mowed pathways, guest picnic areas, or just enjoy the gardens, sit on the verandah or sleep in our Hammock.

Seasonal Info: Open year round