The Mayhurst Inn is a beautifully restored plantation home dating back to 1859. The quintessential Central Virginia getaway, the Mayhurst Inn allows its guests to step back in time and experience the luxury, romance, and charm of the antebellum South without sacrificing modern amenities like free WIFI, private baths, and central air and heat. The property is located on 37 rolling acres in the lovely Virginia Piedmont, making for one of the most stunning backdrops in the region. Take a stroll through the grounds and you’ll find lily ponds, old growth trees, manicured lawns, and multiple exquisite gardens.

Everyone loves a property with a story, and the Mayhurst Inn offers exactly that. The Inn boasts a rich and fascinating history of its own. The Mayhurst Inn was constructed just two years before the Civil War began. Built in the glamorous Italianate style, many praised it as the most fashionable home in Orange County at the time. The mansion was owned by Colonel John Willis, the great nephew of President James Madison, and served mainly as a farm producing bountiful harvests and raising a variety of livestock. When the Civil War roiled through the South, the Mayhurst Inn played a pivotal role. General Stonewall Jackson spent the night at the home in 1962 and in the winter of 1963-1964, 18,000 Confederate troops pitched their tents on the property grounds. General Hill even chose to baptize his daughter on these grounds and the ceremony was attended by General Lee. For a more detailed account of the property’s history, click here.

You will find echoes of this complex and fascinating history in all corners of the Mayhurst Inn. Each of its eight elegant rooms and suites perfectly captures Antebellum era luxury, but with modern amenities such as private baths, Italian marble fireplaces, luxury bath items, and exceptional linens. Start off each morning with a delicious three course plantation-style breakfast and spend the rest of your day exploring many of the region’s many historic sites as well as over 20 nearby wineries. The Mayhurst Inn offers many Packages to help you make the most of your vacation, including deals for Romantic getaways, wine country tours, hot air ballooning, and golfing. Numerous Promotions also provide you with the opportunity to enjoy Mayhurst with a discount! At the end of a busy day of sightseeing, the Mayhurst Inn, and its evening Wine and Cheese Socials, is the perfect place to unwind, enjoy a stunning Piedmont sunset, and then dine in one of over 20 restaurants in the area.

 Mayhurst is also a popular wedding destination. The Inn’s unbeatable location in the lovely Piedmont makes it a beloved place for couples from all around the country to tie the knot. There are many spots on the property where you can choose to say your vows: on the elegant front porch, under the 200 year old ash tree by the pond, or in the Inn’s lovely Main Parlor. Its manicured lawns, lovely grounds, and romantic setting also make the Mayhurst Inn a wonderful place to host a reception and take some truly beautiful wedding photos.

With its beautiful location, period architecture, and fascinating history, the Mayhurst Inn is the perfect choice for your next Central Virginia getaway. Get a taste of Southern Hospitality at Mayhurst. We promise you will walk away refreshed and inspired.

Traveling to Virginia? Book a stay at the Mayhurst Inn to stay in an authentic Civil War-era plantation home located in the heart of historic Orange County.

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