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Presidents from Virginia

Virginia has been called the Mother of Presidents. Eight U.S. Presidents were born in Virginia: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, James Monroe, William Henry Harrison, John Tyler, Zachary Taylor, and Woodrow Wilson.

It's possible to visit and tour the birthplace of most of these men, and in some cases their family homes and graves. Build an itinerary around the lives of famous Virginians, staying at Virginia Bed and Breakfasts along the way. Travel from George Washington's Mount Vernon, in Northern Virginia, to Thomas Jefferson's Monticello, James Madison's Montpelier, and James Monroe's Ash Lawn-Highland, all in Central Virginia; and the history does not end there.

Virginia Patriots

In addition to American presidents, Virginia has been home to many famous patriots. There was Patrick Henry, Founding Father, Virginia Governor, and radical & fiery orator. There was John Paul Jones, who fearlessly brought the American Revolution to the shores of Britain. There was U.S. Revolutionary officer Henry "Light-Horse Harry" Lee, who was ninth Governor of Virginia, and his son, Confederate General Robert E. Lee. In short, the list goes on and on.

Virginia Bed and Breakfast Lodging near Historic Sites, Landmarks & Museums of Presidents & Patriots

The Virginia Bed and Breakfasts below are convenient to historic sites, landmarks, or museums that mark the lives of Virginia's presidents and patriots. Some offer specials and packages so guests may enjoy discounts on entrance fees or lodging. Look here when planning a trip to learn about Virginia presidents and patriots.

	William Miller House Bed and Breakfast Phone: 804-254-2928 Hollywood Cemetery located in Richmond, Virginia, a short walk from the B&B, enjoy rolling hills and winding paths overlooking the James River, it is the resting place of two United States Presidents, James Monroe and John Tyler, as well as the only Confederate President, Jefferson Davis, & more. Richmond, Virginia View more details and photos   Go to Website
	Harmony Hill Bed & Breakfast Phone: (434) 263-7750 This B&B is a preferred partner of Monticello, home of President Thomas Jefferson. Stay 2 or more nights and the tour of Monticello is complimentary! Arrington, Virginia View more details and photos   Go to Website
	Frederick House Phone: 540-885-4220 or 800-334-5575 Toll Free: 800-334-5575 Frederick House is two blocks from Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library. Visit four Presidential homes while making Frederick House your home base. Monticello, Ash Lawn, and Montpelier, are a convenient drive from Frederick House. A Shakespeare Play at Blackfriars Playhouse is 2 blocks from FH. Staunton, Virginia View more details and photos   Go to Website
	Maury Place at Monument Phone: 804-353-2717 You will no find a place with more US history than Richmond VA. Visit Hollywood Cemetary, where Presidents, generals, and soldiers rest, or visit St. John's Church to hear a re-enactment of Patrick Henry's speech. You can even enjoy our gourmet breakfast on our Presidential reproduction china. Richmond, Virginia View more details and photos   Go to Website
	Cedar Spring Inn Phone: 434-964-1462 If you want to study the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution and the men who wrote them, come to Central Virginia and visit the homes of Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. Cedar Spring Inn is located midway between Monticello and Montpelier and close to UVA, Mr. Jefferson's University. Advance Mills, Virginia View more details and photos   Go to Website
	Mayhurst Inn Phone: 540-672-5597 Toll Free: 888-672-5597 Mayhurst has 3 Presidential Homes within 30 miles, with the best (James Madison's Montpelier) only 4 miles away. The builder of Mayhurst was a great nephew of President Madison. Try our Presidential Vacation Package (w/discount tickets) & see them all: http://www.mayhurstinn.com/celebration.html Orange, Virginia View more details and photos   Go to Website
	Cross House Garden Inn Phone: 540-234-8065 Toll Free: 1-855-223-2283 Weyers Cave, Virginia View more details and photos   Go to Website
	Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast Phone: 434-846-1388 Toll Free: 800-937-3582 Tour the homes of two of our most influential Americans of the 1700’s, Patrick Henry and Thomas Jefferson. See for yourself why Thomas Jefferson loved the Lynchburg area and why he built Poplar Forest, his retreat. Learn more about the life of Patrick Henry as you visit his home, Red Hill. Lynchburg, Virginia View more details and photos   Go to Website
	Ebenezer House B&B Phone: 540-948-3695 Toll Free: 888-948-3695 The Ebeneaer House bed and Breakfast is located 7 miles from Montpelier, James Madison'Home and 12 miles to Monroes's Home Ash Lawn Highland, Michie's Tavern and Thomas Jefferson's Home, Monticello. Also, many wineries within 12 minutes. Fifteen minutes to Shenandoah National Park and Skyline Dr Madison, Virginia View more details and photos   Go to Website
	Foxfield Inn Phone: 434-923-8892 Toll Free: 866-369-3536 Visit the homes of Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe and James Madison while enjoying the beautiful horse country of central VA. Charlottesville, Virginia View more details and photos   Go to Website
	Holladay House Phone: 540-672-4893 The Holladay House was home to President James Madison's descendents, located 3 miles from Madison's lifelong home. The inn is centrally located to visit: Jefferson's Monticello, Monroe's Ash Lawn-Highland, Wilson's Birthplace, Washington's Mt. Vernon. The inn's Presidential Packages organize it all Orange, Virginia View more details and photos   Go to Website