When we write about Vine Cottage Inn, we often share the places you can explore nearby – The Warm Springs Pools, mountain trails, scenic drives and all the adventures that make Bath County work visiting.
This time, we thought we’d stay a little closer to home.
Since purchasing the inn in 2018, we’ve put a lot of care into making it a place where guests can settle in and feel comfortable. Some of that work involves renovations and maintenance in a house built in 1900. But many of the things guests mention when they say goodbye are much smaller: a homemade cookie, a favorite breakfast, or a comfortable spot waiting at the end of the day.
Those little things matter to us, too.
Something Homemade Waiting for You
Sometimes, after a day of traveling, or exploring, a cookie is exactly what you need.
We keep homemade cookies in our guest refreshment room, along with complimentary bottled water, soda, tea and coffee. You are welcome to help yourself throughout your stay, whether you’re filling a water bottle before heading out or making a cup of tea before settling down with a book.
There’s no need to wait for breakfast to find a little something to enjoy.
A Morning Worth Sitting Down For
Breakfast is a big part of life here at Vine Cottage Inn.
Each morning, we serve a three-course breakfast in the dining room between 8 and 9 am. The menu changes, but you might find a fresh fruit cup, a warm scone and Dave’s French toast topped with his homemade praline sauce. Other mornings bring pancakes, waffles or a savory egg dish.
Dave leads the kitchen, and I’m usually the one bringing breakfast to your table. It’s a chance for us to hear about yesterday’s adventures, help with today’s plans and get to know the people staying under our roof.
If you have dietary restrictions, please let us know before you stay so we can discuss what we’re able to prepare for you.
A Place to Pause
You don’t have to fill every hour of your visit.
Our covered front porch has rocking chairs and a swing for those days when the weather invites you to stay outside a little longer. Inside, the library offers a place to read, and the living room has comfortable seating near the gas fireplaces – a welcome spot on a chilly evening.
Either sounds like a good use of vacation time to us.
Rooms with Their Own Personalities
An old house comes with character, and our ten guest rooms each have their own.
Over the years, we’ve updated every room while keeping the individuality that makes this house special. There are different layouts, furnishings, and details to discover, and returning guests frequently have a favorite they ask for by name.
All our rooms are on the second and third floors, and we do not have an elevator. Room and bathroom arrangements vary, so if you prefer fewer stairs or a walk-in shower, we’re always happy to help you choose. Tell us what matters most to you, and we can talk through the options together.
The People Behind Your Stay
When you stay here, you’re staying in our home as well as our business.
You’ll see us serving breakfast, tending the garden, answering questions, and taking care of the everyday work that keeps an old inn running. We enjoy helping guests find a dinner spot, choose an outing, or figure out how much, or how little, they want to fit into the day.
Some guests come for a wedding or a special occasion. Others arrive ready to hike, explore, or simply take a break. Whatever brings you here, we want you to feel welcome when you walk through the door and comfortable coming back at the end of the day.
Bath County gives you plenty of reasons to visit. We hope the little things at Vine Cottage Inn give you a reason to return.
We’d love to welcome you.
Tammy and Dave
