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By the Side of the Road Inn & Cottages

491 Garbers Church Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
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By the Side of the Road Inn & Cottages
4.5 of 5 stars 109 Reviews
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What travellers say about this B&B/inn
  • Quill cottage(6)
  • Farmer market(5)
  • Picnic basket(5)
  • Very nice(4)
  • Local Package(4)
  • Gift certificate(3)
  • Rooms are beautiful(3)
  • Bishop Retreat(3)
  • Main house(3)
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H'burg
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2012 via mobile

Stayed in one of rooms in the main house and had a great experience. The innkeepers were great, the room was great and we couldn't have asked for more! The in room fireplace was wonderful and the sitting room was a relaxing offset from the bedroom. Will be going back!

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Washington, Virginia
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 December 2011

stayed in a cottage. on the one hand, it was nice, clean, comfortable, etc., on the other, it was not what you would think in terms of a B&B -- it was more/less like staying in an apartment in the middle of the suburbs. it's definitely a lot nicer than any hotel. just not what i was expecting. the main... More

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Fitzgerald, Owner at By the Side of the Road Inn & Cottages, responded to this review
13 January 2012

We appreciate any guest taking time to share their experience. These particular guests informed us that they had stayed on the evening before at the world-class Inn at Little Washington, a very tough act to follow. Our property is unique in that we have four Suites in the Main House which delivers the "typical" B&B experience. Our cottages are designed... More

Fairfax, Virginia
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 October 2011

This historic house makes for a welcoming, cozy, and beautifully decorated B&B. We stayed in the Eselyn Taylor Suite on the first floor. The room is elegant, the bed was very comfy, and the private bathroom is huge and has a nice tub. It is right accross the hall from the dining room, so in the morning we'd wake up... More

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Richmond
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 September 2011

We used a coupon from Living Social to spend two nights at this wonderful bed and breakfast inn in Harrisonburg. Every aspect of our visit was enjoyable -- the breakfasts, the picnic lunch, the spacious rooms, the proximity to wineries and farmers' markets in the Shenandoah Valley. The hosts are gracious but not intrusive. There is hot coffee ready in... More

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Arlington, VA
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 July 2011

The proprietors here (Janice and Dennis) were wonderful hosts. We stayed in one of the three separate cottages, which had a fantastic whirlpool tub. They served breakfast every morning, and we found lots to do in the area.

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Alexandria, Virginia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 July 2011

I didn't really know what to expect since I really haven't stayed in a B&B before, but any hesitation I had was quickly replaced when we were greeted by the extremely friendly Innkeeper and he showed us around the house. One of the first things about the house was how clean it was! We were shown to our room (we... More

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WashingtonDC
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50 reviews 50 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
65 helpful votes 65 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 June 2011
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I do not think that this B&B was anything special. My overall feelings is that it’s an adequate place to stay if you have a reason to be in Harrisonburg, but it’s not good enough to warrant a trip to visit it or be excited to go there. I do not think the price matches the quality expected. First, the... More

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Janice & Dennis Fitzgerald, Owner at By the Side of the Road Inn & Cottages, responded to this review
15 August 2011

We sincerely regret the experience of these two guests. The request for a single tea candle came after 11pm, arousing us from sleep. We do not approach late check outs until at least twenty minutes past the hours and then, very reluctantly. Viewing people "dining" nearby would be the innkeeper's family. We have a family home on the property. Anyone... More

suburban Washington DC
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 June 2011

We stayed in the main house of By the Side of the Road for an anniversary celebration. The room was large, in fact there was a small sitting room in addition to the main room, and very comfortable. The breakfast was gourmet and special care was taken to provide alternative food that my husband (who cannot eat eggs) enjoyed. The... More

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Bethesda, Maryland
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2011
1
person found this review helpful

We stayed in the Ardor of Hope suite and loved our experience. The staff was extremely welcoming and the house and suite we were in were beautiful. There was a great jacuzzi in our suite, the suite was impeccably clean, and the B&B even had wine glasses, DVDs, and board games for us to use. One of my favorite aspects... More

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Cleveland, Ohio
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2011
1
person found this review helpful

We stayed in the Bishop's Retreat room to celebrate my husband's birthday. The owner's were friendly and the room was equipped with necessities. There was a book in the room that described the inn's history and plenty of information about what to do in the area. We stayed 2 nights and the room was cleaned and restocked after the first... More

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Janice & Dennis Fitzgerald, Owner at By the Side of the Road Inn & Cottages, responded to this review
10 June 2011

After 12 years of inn keeping this is the first criticism of our food and is taken very seriously. We promise "gourmet fare" and have often been requested to promote that more (with photos, etc.) after our guests have enjoyed their meal. Our garnish is always fresh fruits and specifically crafted for beauty and flavor; our entrees normally receive rave... More

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491 Garbers Church Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Price range (per night):* 141 AUD - 242 AUD

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