From Rockbridge Discovery Magazine:
"Like so much of the region, the Hummingbird Inn is steeped in history. As a private residence, the old Victorian home hosted Eleanor Roosevelt in 1935 and has variously served as a hotel, a boarding house, a restaurant/inn, and - since 1991 - a bed and breakfast.
One room in the inn was built in 1780, though the main structure was completed in 1853 by William Teter, the inventor of the pull-down window shade. Today the inn and its acre of gardens is owned by Dick and Pam Matthews, who welcome visitors, both those who come to stay a night or two, or those who simply want to look around.
While the (five) guest rooms are sumptuously furnished with antiques, the chief emphasis at the inn, says Pam, is comfort. "We have one simple rule," she says, "and that is to make yourself at home." And that's easy to do at the Hummingbird, either on the wrap-around verandas, the glassed-in sun room, the comfortably furnished living room, the den with its stone fireplace, or the deck out by the old barn and the creek."
From America's Wonderful Little Hotels and Inns
by Sandra Soule (St. Martin's Press):"There's a lot to be said for staying at inns just a short ways off the beaten path -- quite often the prices are lower, the welcome warmer, and the atmosphere more relaxing. Such a place is the Hummingbird Inn, an easy drive from the Shenandoah's historic towns and major sights."
From Out Here Magazine:
By Donna Alvis-Banks:"George Washington never slept here, but Eleanor Roosevelt did. The first president could have slept at the Hummingbird Inn's original structure, a post-and-beam dwelling that probably served as a trading post for westward-bound travelers pausing at Virginia's Goshen Pass. It was built in 1780, the year Washington found himself in the midst of the American Revolution."
Guest Comments
"We've stayed at the Homestead, the Greenbrier, and Pinehurst, and none of their rooms were as large, cozy, and well appointed as the Hummingbird's. We'd definitely recommend it for a relaxing and romantic stay."
"...a lovely place...rooms, grounds, food and friendliness are outstanding."
"What wonderful "Southern" hospitality in such a pristine setting! We love the Hummingbird and only regret we could not stay longer."
"The caring and friendliness...seems as if we went back somewhere in time. I'll dream of this inn now, and we definitely want to return."
"Our first stay at a B & B will certainly not be the last. Reminds me of staying with a much-loved aunt during the carefree days of childhood. All the love and comfort of home with none of the responsibilities."
"A quality operation!"
"...wonderful attentive but unobtrusive hospitality...delightful hosts."
"Super area, atmosphere, food and people."
"...such warm hospitality...truly warmed and rested our spirits."
"Good Grub! Comfy Beds! You guys are great. See ya next year."
"Lovely stream, lovely folk, lovely room, wonderful food and warm, friendly hosts."
"It was a stroke of luck finding this place. Beautiful, quiet, and charming!"
"We thoroughly enjoyed the beautiful area of Goshen, the comforts of the Hummingbird Inn, and the warm hospitality."
"Thank you for the wonderful blessing of peacefulness and hospitality we found here, not to mention great conversation and food!"
"What a charming, delightful way to spend the beginning of our honeymoon. Thanks for such a peaceful and relaxing few days."
"...warm hospitality, great breakfast and engaging conversation. For us, the trains are an added bonus!"
"Loved the spacious room and large Jacuzzi - we chose the right place in VA for our intimate wedding!"
Other Endorsements
The Hummingbird Inn is inspected and approved by the Bed & Breakfast Association of Virginia (BBAV) and the Rockbridge County Board of Health, has received a three star rating from the Mobil Travel Guide, and is a member of the Professional Association of Innkeepers International (PAII). Dick and Pam are members of the Lexington-Rockbridge Chamber of Commerce and have both served on the Chamber's Hospitality Committee. Pam has served as regional representative and secretary for the board of directors of the BBAV.
We have been fortunate in the number of favorable mentions the Hummingbird Inn has received in various publications. These include: Trips & Getaways (Winter, 2008), Country Victorian (Winter, 2008), Richmond Magazine (Aug, 2007), Blue Ridge Country online (July/Aug, 2007), Blue Ridge Business Journal (June, 2007), Washingtonian (May, 2007), Out Here (Spring, 2005 & 2006), Country Register (Jan, 2006), Time (Oct, 2005), New York Times (Sept, 2005), USA Today (Sept, 2005), Cooperative Living (June, 2005), Rockbridge Discovery (Summer, 2005), Blue Ridge Country (Dec, 2002), and Rural Living (Jan, 1999).
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