Mountain Home Bed & Breakfast

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Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.9

About this property

Historic Setting: Mountain Home Bed & Breakfast in Front Royal is housed in a historic building, offering mountain views and a tranquil garden. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or enjoy the tennis court. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and mountain views. Additional amenities include balconies, work desks, and free WiFi. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including American, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Local specialities, warm dishes, and fresh fruits enhance the morning experience. Activities and Attractions: Guests can enjoy skiing, walking tours, hiking, and cycling. Nearby attractions include Crosby Stadium (8 km) and Luray Caverns (46 km). Washington Dulles International Airport is 83 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Free cot available on request

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Breakfast to go

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Didi
    Israel Israel
    “The owners are warm and welcoming people doing their best to make your stay comfortable and pleasant”
  • Robert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Beautifully restored property. Thank you for being so hospitable and helpful. Superb breakfast.”
  • Pat
    United States United States
    “Very friendly staff with lots of local knowledge. An extensive menu for breakfast.”
  • Soza
    United States United States
    “After several hours of driving and finding this accommodation it was something nice one of the best experiences of my life Scott and Lisa were very kind to us the best lodging service There they serve one of the best breakfasts everything felt...”
  • David
    Australia Australia
    “Historic property in a rural setting close to the Appalachian Trail and Shenandoah National Park.”
  • Joachim
    Belgium Belgium
    “Beautiful house in which Lisa and Scott are wonderful hosts. Great care for the wellbeing and comfort of guests with lots of good advice for activities in the Shenandoah Valley and National Park. Great breakfast prepared with taste and care.”
  • Steven
    United States United States
    “The hosts were very friendly and interesting. Breakfast was made from scratch, including the juices and jams.”
  • Donald
    United States United States
    “Scott & Lisa are wonderful hosts. Breakfast was delicious and very filling. Great location for outdoor activities, they are very “hiker friendly “.”
  • Brian
    United States United States
    “My wife and I enjoyed our stay and are already looking forward to going back. Lisa and Scott are wonderful hosts. They are very welcoming. Breakfast was great. They offered homemade juices and jams to go along with it. The room we had was big....”
  • Antony
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “A lovely stay in a lovely home with a lovely host couple.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Mountain Home Bed & Breakfast

Company review score: 9.9Based on 210 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Inspired by Scott's 2012 Appalachian Trail "thru-hike", we acquired this historic property that year and have worked diligently to bring it back to life for the purpose of sharing with others. Here at Mountain Home, we have the joy of greeting guests from all over the world and all walks of life. Everyone is welcome at Mountain Home! Breakfast in the Main House is included and is always offered to all guests. The food is simple but fresh, and is organic and sourced locally, as much as possible. We work with our guests to meet all their dietary restrictions and can easily accommodate guests who need to stay gluten free, dairy free, soy free, vegetarian, or vegan.

Property information

Built in 1847, the Main House has been fully restored and is included in both the National Register of Historic Places and the Virginia Landmarks Registry. The property's history dates to the 1780's and includes a fascinating diary written by teenage Annie Gardner during the Civil War. We happily provide tours of the Main House to anyone, upon request. For more on the history of Mountain Home, look up Mountain Home BB. Special features include spacious rooms with high ceilings, faux-bois painted doors and baseboards, all tastefully appointed with plush rugs and antique furniture. When you stay at Mountain Home, you are welcome to use the Parlor, Dining Room, Breakfast Room, Game Room, and Fitness Room as well as the patio. The Main House is just 1 of 7 buildings on the property. The "Cabbin" frequently houses hikers from the nearby Appalachian Trail. We have restored the chicken coop, meat house, and 1 garage, and are working to restore another garage and a sheep shed.

Neighbourhood information

Mountain Home is just 120 steps east of the Appalachian Trail on Route 522 near Front Royal, VA, just 3 1/2 miles from the Shenandoah National Park's northern boundary. With 5 wineries within 5 miles, nearby hiking trails, close proximity to the Shenandoah River, and the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute right next door, we are well-positioned as a home base for a plethora of recreational activities. Nearby Front Royal is home to a wide variety of quality restaurants, coffee/tea shops, bakeries, ice cream parlors. Begin your visit in town with the friendly folks at the Front Royal Visitors Center. You'll numerous weekend events through the year, on and around historic Main Street's central park. Look for the Gazebo.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Mountain Home Bed & Breakfast takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
US$40 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$40 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Mountain Home Bed & Breakfast in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.