Online reviews are great, but sometimes we get notes from guests in our rooms. We hope you enjoy reading them as much as we do!
2025
“What a wonderful place this is! We have very much enjoyed our stay here – thank you! We will recommend this place everyone.” -April 20-21, 2025; Sweden & Minnesota
“Just married! Our wonderful friend and Josh’s best man gifted us two nights in this wonderful and beautiful home. Amazing food, wonderful and sweet owners, we’re super grateful.” – April 12-14, 2025
“My family and I enjoyed this home away from home. What a blessing to us this was.” -April 11, 2025; San Antonio, TX
“My son and I enjoyed our stay at Babcock House! It was homey, comfortable…and charming. We loved it! Thank you for opening this beautiful home to us…and for the bottle of wine.” -April 5, 2025; Houston, TX
“Our first visit to this area. Seeing Appomattox Historical Park was profound. Babcock House is a wonderful place to stay – fabulous food, warm welcome, restful sleep. Thank you for having us!!” -March 6, 2025
“Thank you so much for a wonderful weekend for real rest. As a full time caregiver, non-profit director and church staff, I always am the one taking care of someone else. This weekend you took care of us and we are grateful. May God bless your ministry of hospitality.” -January 12, 2025; Chattanooga, TN
“When trying to decide where to stay for a nice relaxing night, The Babcock House immediately stood out. Our amazing stay didn’t disappoint. Beautiful home and wonderful experience.” -January 4, 2025; Fredericksburg, VA
2024
“Thank you for a peaceful, relaxing weekend away! Such a beautiful inn, delicious food and a lovely gracious couple!” – December 30, 2024; Waynesboro, VA
“Thank you for a wonderful night and breakfast. God bless!” -December 7, 2024; Goochland, VA
“Thank you for a lovely stay. Enjoyed my respite here.” -November 17, 2024; Hendersonville, NC
“Thank you for a lovely stay! Fantastic food and hospitality.” -November 15, 2024; London, UK
“Just a quick stay, visiting family…beautiful place, fantastic. Food & wonderful hospitality! The makeup washcloth was a great touch (and much needed – I hate washing my makeup off with someone else’s white wash cloth 0 so thanks for that). -October 27, 2024; Winchester, VA
“My only regret is not being able to enjoy this place for longer! What a lovely place! Great food, sweet people and decor I marveled over! We hope to be back someday!” -October 5, 2024; Hawaii
“The Bradley Suite is very big and inviting. I feel like I am at home instead of a house. I have enjoyed staying here…this place rocks!” -September 22, 2024
“This was a first for myself. My birthday was September 13th and I turned 49 years young. I decided to make this chapter/season personal and intentional. I have four wonderful children and four wonderful bonus children and two grand-children. I have done many firsts these last few days. The Babcock House has been truly amazing!” -September 15-18, 2024
“What a lovely home! Thank you for sharing it and for your kind hospitality. We’ll have to come back on a Wednesday-Sunday for dinner! Highly recommend you to our friends and colleagues.” -August 31, 2024; Kalamazoo, MI
“Thank you for an outstanding stay. It’s always a real treat to feel so welcomed and loved!! Looking forward to next time and more amazing food.” -June 29-30, 2024; Las Cruces, NM & Richmond, VA
“Our stay in the Bradley Suite and the the Babcock House well exceeded our expectations. Charles and Talia are amazing innkeepers and definitely make you feel at home. The food, both breakfast and dinner are five star farm to table level! So charming!” -June 7-9, 2024; Durham, NC
“Beautiful room. Enjoyed the evening with my fiancé who is from North Carolina. Had previously visited in fall 2023 for a delicious meal and fun times with friends. This was our first time at a bed and breakfast. Thankful for the Babcock House and the Bradley room. Great hospitality and it felt like home!” -May 8, 2024
“Loved our stay. Charles and Talia were fantastic innkeepers. The food was a feast for the eyes and stomach! Do yourself a favor and get dinner here. Thank you for not just a stay but an experience.” -MN & SD
“What a great night away! Food and accommodations were superb! We will be back for special occasions.” -April 4, 2024
“What a lovely and memorable experience! Beautiful rooms and the breakfast was straight out of the food network! We will spread the word! A million thanks!” -WV
“Charles & Talia – you are wonderful hosts, innkeepers and chef! Thank you for your hospitality and the delicious dinner and breakfast. We hope to come back!” -VT
“Short one-night stay for us – but lovely. Great breakfast and very cool old-world feel.” -Chattanooga, TN
“Thank you for a wonderful stay. The room is comfortable and cozy; the dinner last night was magnificent and the breakfast delicious. Charles & Talia, thank you so much for your hospitality.”
“Such a special treat! Thank you for an exceptional weekend – I will be back!”
“This place is AWESOME! We started noticing our heart rate slow down as soon as we walked in. Charles is an EXCELLENT chef! We will definitely be back!”
“Thank you for a wonderful stay. Breakfast was delicious! Such a blessing!” -February 20, 2024; Lancaster, PA
“The inn was the perfect place to relax and decompress – this weekend was difficult for our family, having the inn to come back to was a blessing.” – February 12, 2024; Cornelius
“Coming here feels like visiting old friends! The suite was perfect and – as always – the food was amazing.” -February 4, 2024
“Thank you for a lovely stay.”
“So happy to enjoy the inn with my mom and son this time! We’re excited for the upgrades to the house too! Looking forward to moving here and enjoying more of the wonderful people here. You both are great hosts and we’re always glad to be here. See you soon.” -January 19-21, 2024
“Such a wonderful inn. Will definitely recommend it to everyone!” -January 12, 2024
2023
“This inn is an absolute gem. We loved everything about it – the food, the hosts, sitting in the living room having drinks by the fire. Thank you for such a wonderful stay!” -November 26, 2023; Washington, DC
“The inn is gorgeous and harkens back to a slower time in history. Absolutely perfect for spending time away to truly rest. Thank you all so so much. Hospitality truly is a ministry and much needed.” -November 20, 2023; Christiansburg, VA
“History has been calling us to Appomattox for many years and we finally made it! How much better to be able to stay here. The home is beautiful and no doubt has its own history, and the food was simply fantastic! Thank you!” -November 13, 2023; Washougal, WA
“Wonderful place to stay! Fantastic food! Definitely the hosts with the most, super welcoming. Thank you for it all.” -November 12, 2023
“Thank you for such a sweet and pleasant stay. We truly enjoyed it. We really appreciate the free upgrade to the suite. Very special! Your attentiveness and attention to detail to the b&b and room itself made our stay wonderful! Thank you for your hospitality!” -November 11, 2023
“Thank you for such an inviting place to stay. The food as absolutely fantastic!” -October 28, 2023
“What a wonderful, hospitable, warm and relaxing place to stay! The best of southern hospitality! Nice place to bring my sister for her birthday trip.” -October 27, 2023
“Once again, we had a wonderful relaxing weekend. Meals were phenomenal. Looking forward to returning to our home away from home soon.” -October 23, 2023; Charlottesville, VA
“Had a wonderful time as always. Till next time!”
“Thank you for a cozy, quiet getaway for our anniversary weekend! The food was amazing.” -October 8, 2023
“So inspiring! Thank you.” -September 27, 2023
“Thank you for an enjoyable stay. Everything was very clean and tidy. You all are doing a great job of providing southern hospitality!” -September 10, 2023
“Beautiful house and perfect respite from the hot weather. Loved our suite and enjoyed a delicious dinner. Thank you for friendly and thoughtful hospitality!”
“Sadly we only got to stay one night, but it was wonderful! We will definitely be back!” -September 2, 2023
“We loved the Babcock House so much we are planning to stay on our anniversary for a few days.” -August 29, 2023
“Great stay, we arrived from Finland at 2 am. Super friendly people, awesome food starting from breakfast! Could have stayed even longer, but have to get on the road. Definitely coming back and will tell everyone how great this place is!” -August 22-29, 2023
“I truly enjoyed my time here. Talia and Charles are so friendly and took care of absolutely everything. The food was amazing, staff was so kind. I was able to just relax. Thank you! I certainly hope to come back.” -August 21, 2023; Lynchburg, VA
“Great stay. We got our son settled in a house for his third year at Liberty University. What a great house and awesome decor. We wish our stay was longer. This room was perfect for all of us. We will definitely come back again. Thank you!” -August 16, 2023
“What a lovely place to stay! Thank you! We enjoyed the warmth and comfort of your inn, so many wonderful touches. Everyone was so friendly and helpful and our dinner and breakfast SO good! We hope to return next August!” -August 4, 2023
“Thank you so much for inviting us moms who have children with disabilities here! You have a heart of gold – I needed this retreat much more than I realized. Thank you for feeding our bellies with your delicious cuisine as you gave us a sanctuary to replenish our souls! God bless you all!” -July 31, 2023
“We loved it here! The beds are comfy and the vibe is so positive and calming and nice. The food (both breakfast and dinner) is a 10/10! We stopped here on our road trip down to South Carolina and we’re so glad we chose to stop at this b&b!” -July 28, 2023
“We had four generations meet today for the first time in three years. My two sons, my brothers, father, grandmother and I met from five different cities. The food and decor are outstanding and I will never forget what a blessing this trip has been for our family.” -July 22, 2023
“My husband and I brought two of our eight grandchildren with us to Virginia for their high school graduation trip. They are both history buffs so we came to visit Yorktown, Jamestown, Colonial Williamsburg, Manassas National Battlefield, Arlington National Cemetery, Mount Vernon, Fredericksburg Battlefield, Monticello, Appomattox and both Petersburg and Richmond National Battlefields. We loved it all!” -June 16, 2023; Mokena, IL
“We came for the Wolfbane Productions performance of ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’, which was AMAZING! Our first trip here was to see their production of ‘Clue’ back in April. We thoroughly enjoyed both stays and both shows and we have raved about Wolfbane and Babcock House to many! Can’t wait to come back!” -June 10-11, 2023; Matoaco, VA
“Thank you for the wonderful hospitality. We stayed here after the Wolfbane show and really appreciate Babcock House’s support of the theatre company. The dinner and breakfast were delicious. We will see you all again the next time we dine before a show.” -June 4, 2023; Lynchburg, VA
“We enjoyed staying in your lovely home! So many B&B’s don’t allow or accommodate for children, so thank you for being family-friendly. The kids loved meeting your cat. We played cards on the deck and found a four-leaf clover in the yard. Breakfast was excellent. We’ll see you again, I’m sure!” -May 28, 2023; Staunton, VA
“Absolutely the best! We really enjoyed everything about our visit. Thank you for providing such a great place!” -May 14, 2023; McCalla, AL
“What a lovely time we had! We were able to relax after a full day of sightseeing, and we enjoyed the whole experience of staying in your beautiful home. The breakfast was delicious. Thank you for your hospitality.” -April 17, 2023; Braintree, MA
“We had a wonderful stay! Thank you so very much for the lovely accommodations, the great atmosphere, and the fantastic food! We also deeply appreciate the number of questions that were answered along with the suggestions that made our stay here more enjoyable. We hope to come again and stay.” -April 2-5, 2023; Fairfax, VA
“Me and my family had a lot of fun. The food was delicious and the hotel is beautiful. The beds are so soft and so fluffy. Me and my family loved it here!” -April 4, 2023
“What a truly lovely weekend we spent exploring the area and enjoying the wonderful hospitality at the Babcock House! Everything was perfect, the breakfasts were delicious – the suite was warm and charming and the service was outstanding. Thank you, Talia and Charles, for opening this lovely space for all to enjoy – both it AND you are treasures. All good things to you and your family.” -March 20, 2023; Woodsboro, MD
“We love history-focused vacations in home homes where we meet with some folks who are local. Thanks for a lovely stay – love the apples and all the rest for breakfast.” -January 17-18, 2023; Irvington, NY
2022
“What a beautiful house! Talia was so kind and helpful. Breakfast was delicious! Thank you so much!” -November 25, 2022
“We enjoyed our stay here! Absolutely wonderful. Amazing room, breakfast, service.” -November 25, 2022
“Thank you so much for everything! This was a lovely way to celebrate our anniversary. Food was amazing as always.” -November 4, 2022; Prospect, VA
“Thank you for your gracious hospitality! The food was amazing.” -October 21, 2022; Williamsburg, VA
“Truly a home away from home – thank you so very much!” -October 15, 2022; Staunton, VA
“The Babcock House is absolutely the best choice we could have made for our trip to Appomattox, VA. The Bradley Suite was very comfortable and charming decor. The decorations and furnishings made you feel the warmth and hospitality you have created within this house. The food was fabulous and we enjoyed looking forward to what our next meal would be, whether breakfasts or dinners. You have a very warm and inviting environment that is evident from the time you step into the door and missed when it is time to leave. I hope we are able to travel this way again so we can schedule another stay in the future. I will be telling all our family and friends that they should plan a stay here as well.” -October 3-7, 2022; Wallingford, PA
“This is my first time at a B&B. I will never enjoy hotels the same again! The room, the fireplace, the FOOD!!! I’m also a booklover so the library was an extra bonus. Hubby & I had a wonderful time. We will be back!!” -September 24, 2022
“This was my first B&B! Well-planned visit and most pleasant! Your B&B is welcoming and comfortable. We wanted a quiet and comfortable place to unwind and relax! We found it. My friend and myself plan on bringing our husbands here! Thanks so much for sharing with us! Oh, and the food was amazing!” -September 16-18, 2022; Chatham, VA
“Thank you for such a wonderful stay. For my first B&B stay, I must say it was an amazing experience and I will bring my husband back! The food is DELECTABLE!!! BEST!!!” -September 16-18, 2022
“Haphazardly, we arrived in Appomattox to find an unforgettable place with warm-hearted people. Far away from the clutterings of city life… Thanks for a lovely stay.”
“Thank you for a great stay. We loved everything, especially the breakfast service.” -August 18, 2022
“We enjoyed our stay! Wonderful accommodations and great food.” -July 14, 2022; Kansas City, MO
“Thanks for the respite. Such a lovely B&B! Excellent games selection too!” -July 11, 2022; Earlysville, VA
“I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve been here with my family…each time is like coming home. It goes without saying that the house is lovely and the food is delicious…it’s the innkeepers who make or break a home – and this IS a home. You know we wish you all the best. The peony jam is inspired! You know this place made my parents SO happy!” -July 7, 2022
“It is hard to out-do all the encomiums in this book, Talia and Charles, so we will just thank you for letting us join the long stream of guests who have so loved your house and restaurant. For us, it is a real find – a great stopping point between our home in Washington and places south and southeast. We shall return! Thank you!” -July 1, 2022
“Very pleasant stay. Lovely furnishing including antiques but a modern, functional bathroom. Would love to visit again.” -June 30, 2022
“We had a wonderful and relaxing time. Thank you for sharing your warm, charming and beautiful home.” -June 29, 2022
“What a wonderful place to spend a birthday and our 48th wedding anniversary. We have been to many B&B’s and this one ranks WAY up there. Hosts Talia & Charles treated me like family and the room was extremely nice. The breakfasts and dinner were excellent. Thanks for everything and hope to be back again. Maybe in the fall?” -May 31-June 1, 2022
“Beautiful home and gardens. Warm hospitality and amazingly great dinner. So glad we found you!” -May 28, 2022
“Thank you for everything. Our dinner Friday was wonderful! And the suite was very nice! We will be back soon.” -May 22, 2022
“Thank you for creating special memories. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Babcock House. You made our weekend celebrating our daughter’s graduation from Longwood University even more special.” -May 21, 2022
“Three generations from South Carolina making memories. Loved the house and everything in it. Our motto is YOLO ‘You only live once.'” -May 17, 2022
“Thank you for making the celebration weekend of my son’s graduation from Hampden-Sydney College so special. I cannot think of a bed and breakfast that tries harder to achieve all-around excellence with its guests. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.” -May 14, 2002; California
“For my graduation, I treated my family and myself to the Babcock House. This was our first time here, but it’s certainly not our last. Thank you for everything!” -May 7, 2022
“This is such a beautiful B&B. Thank you so much for all of your hospitality. You and your staff were friendly and the food was amazing.” -May 1, 2022
“We are so lucky to discover such a hidden gem like the Babcock House! We love everything about this B&B – dinner, breakfast, room decoration and Talia’s hospitality. The best lamb in my life had long been the one I had in Afghanistan, but the lamb shank at dinner has broken the record. We will definitely recommend this place to our friends, and we look forward to come back!” – April 12, 2022; Bethesda, MD
“We are in our fifties and this is our first bed & breakfast. We loved it! There are so many nice touches…too many to mention. We just wish we could have spent more time here! Everyone was so welcoming as well.” -April 10, 2022; Athens, GA
“Thank you for a warm and welcoming retreat! The food was amazing – dinner and breakfast. The suite was perfect for our family and my daughter enjoyed her own room across the hall away from her brothers! I’m definitely investing in the Comphy sheets when I get back home – the beds/sheets were so soft.” -April 9, 2022; Richmond, VA
“We had a wonderful time during our first B&B stay. The Babcock House is beautiful and the staff was warm and welcoming. We hope to return again when we pass through next time.” -April 7, 2022
“Wonderful! Both upstairs and downstairs. Peaceful.” -March 18, 2022; Martinsville, VA
“What a wonderful experience to enjoy our stay at the Babcock House. The food was fantastic, and the accommodations were charming. We hope to return soon. Thanks so much to all the staff for their gracious hospitality.” -February 20, 2022; Frederick, MD
2021
“Thank you so much for the wonderful hospitality. I was here through A Mother’s Rest for a retreat for special needs moms. Loved the room. Comfy bed! Just what I needed – rest, relaxation. Great idea to go hiking at Holliday Lake State Park. I need to come back!” -December 10-12, 2021; Kensington, MD
“Thank you for a wonderful, restful getaway. The food was delicious and as a friend said, it had great presentation. Thank you so much.” -November 22, 2021; Richmond, VA
“The Babcock House is charming and very accommodating. There is a graciousness that is welcoming and appealing. Breakfast was delicious and a work of art. Thank you for taking the time to chat. The Lord bless you.” -October 18, 2021; Springfield, VA
“We loved staying here! Great food, friendly staff and comfortable room. Many thanks!” -October 18, 2021
“Thank you for a fantastic stay! Dinner was amazing and your B&B has definitely been the highlight of our trip! Can’t wait to come back again!” -October 17, 2021; Smyrna, DE
“Lovely room and B&B! We enjoyed our stay and surrounding area! Thank you!” -October 15, 2021; NewCastle, NH
“Thank you so much for a top-notch wonderful experience! There are not enough things I can say! Food was amazing and these two Okies will be back!” -October 14, 2021
“Thanks so much. Breakfast and dinner were fantastic!” -October 7, 2021
“A gem of a place! So glad we chose Babcock B&B. Dinner was wonderful, breakfast hit the spot. Thank you!” -October 4, 2021; Lodi, CA & Bethesda, MD
“Wonderful!!! The staff, the food, the room and ‘Young Frankenstein’.” -October 2, 2021; West Granby, CT
“Another wonderful stay. Everything was fabulous as usual. Thank you so much, Talia & Charles. We’ll see you soon!!!” -September 26, 2021
“Thank you for a beautiful room and fabulous food! I will definitely recommend the Babcock House. My “bonus mom” and I thoroughly enjoyed it.” -September 17-20, 2021
“Exceptional stay! Kept two veterans happy and fed on the 20th anniversary of a bad day.” -September 11, 2021
“An exceptional overall experience!! Thank you!!” -September 5, 2021; Morgantown, WV
“Lovely B&B. Happiness always.” -August 2021
“Thanks – many thanks! – to Talia and her crew for a most lovely, romantic, historic, relaxing 22nd anniversary weekend. It could not have been better. Everything was fantastic, including of course, the delicious breakfast, dinner and cookies! Babcock House will forever remain on our map of delightful places!” -August 15, 2021
“Than k you for your hospitality. We enjoyed the room and the delicious food. Will definitely recommend Babcock House and we hope to return here again.” -July 30, 2021
“A lovely country retreat away from the commercialism. Dinner was excellent with prompt and courteous service. Breakfast was relaxed and the staff so accommodating.” -April 29, 2021
“Thank you for a wonderful get away and making Bill’s birthday. Everything from the delicious breakfasts, chocolate strawberries, massage and gracious hosts was fabulous. We enjoyed Appomattox and this was the perfect place to stay. Thank you for the hospitality.” -April 27, 2021
“Another wonderful visit to the Appomattox area. Our stay at the Babcock House was everything we could have wanted. We had the perfect paring of food, family and fun. Always feels warm and welcoming. We’ll be back again I’m sure!” -April 25, 2021
“We had a wonderful getaway for our 23rd anniversary! Thank you for the hospitality and the delicious dinner and breakfast in our room! What a special treat. You have a beautiful home and we really enjoyed our stay.” -March 21, 2021
“Beautiful!” -February 18, 2021
“Wonderful place! Lovely breakfast, very kind staff! We loved staying here, it was so nice!” -February 15, 2021
“We came here for our birthdays – both today. This place is our go-to B&B – lovely setting, pleasant innkeeper and delicious food. May the LORD continue to bless their family and business.” – February 10, 2021
“The warmth and hope displayed draws customers and keeps us returning.”
“My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Babcock House. The staff and visitors (guests) were very kind. The breakfast and dinner was super delicious, so simple, but packed with flavor, colors and texture. We stayed in the Bradley Suite. I loved the “old-timey” decor and wooden floors that creaked with each step. I could imagine myself staying here back in the 1800’s and the feeling that the house creates. During our trip, we ventured to Rebec Winery to do some wine tasting; we also got a massage in Timberlake, VA. In all, our trip was great. The staff and guests followed COVID-19 guidelines. It was excellent. Thank you all for your hospitality and warm welcomes during our stay!! Celebrating our two year anniversary.” -December 13, 2020; High Point, NC
“Thank you so much for the rejuvenating stay! I loved the Bradley suite – especially the sitting room and upstairs porch to enjoy my coffee in the cold mornings! Every breakfast, entree and dessert was delicious!! Especially the roast pork loin and anything with bacon! And the hash browns! Loved exploring the area – Evergreen Lavender Farm, Appomattox Court House National Park, Holliday Lake for hiking and the Christmas parade in downtown Appomattox! Shout-out to Webb Tire for fixing my tire before traveling home! This was my first time in Appomattox – incredible experience! Thank you, Talia & Charles.” -December 7, 2020; Frederick, MD
“Wonderful B&B! Lovely room and fantastic breakfast! We loved staying here!” -November 26, 2020; Raleigh, NC
“Fantastic B&B!! We enjoyed the great hospitality, the restaurant and our wonderful room! We love it!” -November 20, 2020; Jamesville, WI
“Thank you for the quick sneak away! Loved everything! Breakfast was the bomb!” -October 27, 2020; Tampa, FL
“Thank you for the hospitality, great, comfortable accommodations and delicious food. We had a relaxing stay. We especially appreciated the way everyone was aware and practiced safe COVID protection measures. Thank you again and best of everything in the future.” -October 25, 2020; Birmingham, AL
“Thank you for the lovely stay! The food was great and there was so much attention to detail.” -October 18, 2020
“Thank you for all you both do and the lovely accommodations.” -October 16, 2020
“Thank you for your generous hospitality, amazing breakfasts, and quaint room. We had a wonderful stay!” -October 7, 2020
“Thank you so much for giving us a perfect place to take a much-needed break. The room was cozy, the food excellent and the host and hostess made us feel very much at home!” -September 28, 2020; Vienna, VA
“This was such an amazing experience! It felt like I was back in the 1800’s! We absolutely loved our stay here. Thank you so much for a wonderful time!” -September 20, 2020; North Carolina
“Warm and comfortable greeting! Great decor, comfortable beds. Food was fantastic! Will recommend to family and friends. Thank you for everything.” -September 2, 2020; Indianola, IA
“By far, this bed was the most comfortable I’ve slept in. I don’t remember when I’ve slept so deeply. The dinner was excellent and the place beautiful. So glad we live nearby so we can come back again.” -August 29, 2020; Lynchburg, VA
“Thank you all very much. The room was beautiful, the food delicious, everything was so nice – a wonderful birthday. I have enjoyed it all so much.” -August 21, 2020
“The Babcock House has lived up to it’s name. We’ve had a wonderful time here, from the beautiful suite, amazing breakfasts, and peaceful atmosphere. We were glad we came! I loved learning about your home’s history and meeting you. We definitely will be back! God bless you both.” -August 10-12, 2020; Newport News, VA
“Amazing experience here at the Babcock House! We loved our room…wonderful night’s sleep. Dinner was excellent! So happy we had the chance to stay with you here in beautiful Appomattox, VA. Stay well!” -July 16-17, 2020; Tampa, FL
“A lovely and unexpected reprieve from our rained out camping trip! My daughters said this is their dream room. Thank you for taking our last minute reservation and for making our stay so fantastic. It will be a weekend to remember.” -July 11, 2020; Moseley, VA
“Your home is lovely! So glad we stayed with you on our trek from Pennsylvania to Nebraska. Thank you for your hospitality! Much appreciated!” -June 30, 2020; Omaha, NE
“Thank you for a wonderful stay. We love the house and think you guys are great!” -June 29, 2020
“Thank you for a lovely four days. Valentine’s meal was awesome!!! The room is spectacular. We loved sitting in the other room in front of the fireplace. Even with the snag of the heater going out downstairs, you quickly fixed it and were very gracious. I would recommend going to see a show at Wolfbane – it was a great night.” -February 17, 2020; Gainesville, VA
“My friends and I came for the weekend to take a break from school. It was a wonderful weekend and we enjoyed our stay at the B&B very much! We had breakfast, lunch and dinner here and all of the meals were fantastic. If you stay here, you should definitely see a production by Wolfbane. Thank you, Talia and Charles for a wonderful visit, we will definitely be back.” -McLoud, OK
“What a delightful respite from the tedium of our daily lives. The ambiance of your handsome facility is matched only by the hospitality of your genuine care of your guests. You have a jewel here and a return visit is clearly indicated!” -January 24, 2020
“Thank you so much for a lovely stay. We were fortunate to have come on such a warm evening. I believe the sitting porch was my favorite part, we just took the beautiful heavy crochet from the chest and sat for over and hour after dinner. The food was delightful and felt comforting. Thank you so much for the upgrade to the larger suite, it was so nice of you and enjoyable for our special day. The bed was so comfy and like mine at home , that when I woke up briefly in the middle of the night, I thought I was at home! Thank you so much for a lovely stay.” -January 11-12, 2020; Lynchburg, VA
2019
“Talia and Charles, what a pleasant surprise! Your home is lovely, your food so yummy – hospitality is full of grace! Thank you so much for the upgrade to the suite. We shall return! Praying abundance over your family, this business!” -December 7-8, 2019
“Thank you once again for an excellent visit! We were happy to bring family back with us. The upgrade to the large suite was a nice surprise. Your staff is so friendly and accommodating. Loved seeing the familiar faces. The food! Always wonderful, tasty and filling. We love the feel of your B&B.” -November 30, 2019
“The house – we loved our stay and wish we could have been here longer. The breakfast of pancakes, apples and bacon was extraordinary! The beds were also very nice and I slept well. My family is on a trip of the eastern U.S. coast and of the many hotels we have stopped at, this was my favorite. We are from California, so this is quite a sizable trip. I would also like to congratulate you on the quality of the pen I use to write this. I am left-handed, so I smudge pends, but this certain pen is working great!” -November 27, 2019
“Thank you for making our visit so special. We really felt like we were staying with family. The Babcock House is lovely, but you are the ones who fill it with love. From your gracious and warm welcome, until our departure, you helped make our visit so special and memorable. Our daughter just loved our suite of rooms. She loved having her own rooms and she loved the day bed. She said it was so comfortable. She slept very well. Thank you as well for the hot chocolate before bed. Our bed was also so comfortable. We slept very well. We loved reading the history of Babcock House in the guest book. Thank you for sharing that so the history of the Babcock family and this house come alive. We loved smelling the wonderful scents of the Thanksgiving desserts being made in the kitchen. Breakfast was so delicious. The coffee was so flavorful. Charles’ homemade smoked ham was fantastic. The grit cakes were yummy. Hands down, the sauteed apples with pecans, honey and cream were fabulous. We cannot wait to come back to enjoy those again. We will definitely make sure to plan our next visit so we can enjoy your restaurant. Thank you for all of your suggestions and knowledge to make our stay outstanding. We appreciate your making Appomattox come alive for us. It will always be special memories for us on our journey to relatives in Norfolk for Thanksgiving. We will definitely be back for another visit. We will bring our parents the next time so they can also enjoy the love and beauty of the Babcock House, your family and Appomattox!” -November 26, 2019; Atlanta, GA
“Thank you for a super visit. Everything was wonderful again. This was our second trip.” – Basye, VA
“We have thoroughly enjoyed our time in this suite. The accommodations are wonderful as we step back in time. Our dinner last evening was delicious! The best salmon we have ever eaten. Thank you for the warm hospitality and thoughtfulness. May God richly bless you in the years to come.” -November 14, 2019; Greentown, IN
“Another wonderful relaxing stay at the Babcock House! The accommodations were lovely and comfortable as usual. Delicious breakfast served by a warm friendly host! We always look forward to coming here.” -November 11, 2019
“We had a lovely time here and in Appomattox. Your inn and restaurant were welcome sights after some time exploring.” -November 9, 2019; Alexandria, VA
“A gem of a B&B. Quiet and friendly. Great breakfast!” -November 6, 2019; Binghamton, NY
“Thanks for the wonderful stay! Everyone was so gracious and the food was amazing. We want to come back just for the caramel apple martinis! So delicious. We’ll be back!” -November 2, 2019; Fairfax, VA
“We loved our four night stay here. Bed is comfortable; shower is hot; rooms are very clean. Having the extra sitting room was a real bonus and made it feel like home. Of course, the restaurant offers exquisite food. I am kind of picky about my coffee and I was in heaven with the good, hot coffee. Well recommend this place to everyone and will go out of our way to stay here again. Thank you.” -November 1, 2019; Madison, WI
“Lovely home and the restaurant was a plus and part of the appeal. Our bed in the Bradley Suite was sooo comfortable. It felt like home! Thanks for a wonderful and beautiful place to stay.” -September 28-29, 2019; LaPlata, MD
“We loved our stay in this historic home and town. Dinner and breakfast were outstanding! Guests we met were equally wonderful. Today we continue on to our destination in Harrisonburg, VA. Tomorrow we are participating in the Xtreme Hike to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, a worthy event and great cause.” -September 27-28, 2019; Pinehurst, NC
“Thanks for a great getaway, a peaceful home and a relaxing time. The Babcock House is a fantastic place and the area is full of things to do. Again, thanks so much.” -August 1-2, 2019; Cape Charles, VA
“Our visit to Appomattox Court House and museum was made complete by our stay at the Babc ock House. The history, food, hospitality of the owners made for a wonderful get-away from D.C.” -July 14, 2019; Arlington, VA
“We came from a very busy, hectic week in Washington, D.C. Thank you for having this amazing, peaceful retreat! Sitting on the supper porch tonight listening to the singing of birds and the church chimes was the respite we needed. What a wonderful haven. Thank you for providing a place to regroup as we travel on!” -June 30, 2019; Evergreen, CO
“We decided to stay at the Babcock House after we had planned to shop at Green Front in Farmville. The on-site restaurant was part of the appeal in addition to the charm of the home. I didn’t want to have to do a lot of driving, just relaxing after checking in. We had dinner outside and enjoyed it. The dessert was an impeccable way to end the night. It was nice to relax and spend time with my husband and son without cooking, dishes and other household chores staring at me. Thank you for a relaxing time.” -June 2, 2019; Charlottesville, VA
“Superb accommodations, quiet, calm, relaxing with the ability to put life’s problems aside to relax and enjoy. The food is outstanding. Owners are delightful, very amiable, personable all-around good people. Enjoy your stay, you made a good choice!” -May 22, 2019; Bryans Road, MD
“Had a fantastic time at the home. Toured the Appomattox Court House where the Civil War ended…very powerful and free. We highly recommend exploring the historic area.” -May 21, 2019; New Jersey
“Loved the peaceful setting, taking us back to a calmer time and place! We needed this. Can’t say enough about your hospitality and the superb food and menu choices. Everyone made us feel so at home.” -May 4-5, 2019; Lowpoint, IL
“Delightful and superb culinary skills. The cream of crab soup was spectacular.” -May 3, 2019; Bellevue, WA
“Perfect stay – food was outstanding. Thank you.” -April 29, 2019
“We got in late, but what a cozy place and breakfast was great.” -April 1, 2019
“Wonderful room – thank you so much for rest.” -April 1, 2019
“Warm, gracious, inviting. We had a wonderful time. Thank you. We hope to return next year.” -February 3, 2029
“We thoroughly enjoyed our overnight stay in the Babcock House. Dinner and breakfast were perfect. The eggs benedict were extremely unique and tasty with crab cakes and grits patty. The house is filled with history of our country with the usual story of families conflicted with loyalty to place, ideology and people.” -January 2019; Baltimore, MD
“What a beautiful and friendly retreat to celebrate our 43rd anniversary! Everything was perfect! We loved having the extra sitting area and the cozy fire was so peaceful and inviting! We had everything we needed and more. The atmosphere of this place is amazing! The breakfast was delicious and Talia was so friendly and welcoming. We will definitely be back. Would like the same room next time! It is good to know of the restaurant downstairs. Thank you for providing such a restful place. I love the nostalgia of the past. I could stay on and on…” -November 12, 2018
“So much to be grateful for – where to begin? Thank you, Talia, for a warm and wonderful welcome to this beautiful place of peace and refreshment. Thank you, Chef Charles, and kitchen staff for food so good is truly on the other side of words. Thank you for looking after us with your own warm and wonderful hospitality, thank you, thank you! Thank you for superb service with a big side of great company. What a gracious, nurturing place you provide at Babcock House. Oh yes, we’ll be back!” -October 28, 2018; Richmond, VA
“Talia and Charles, you do the name of Babcock, the town of Appomattox and industry of bed and breakfasts proud. Most memorable of all we occasioned. You have the touch, the vision and the fortitude of application to realize what we experienced. Our thank you and best wishes for continuance.” -October 17, 2018
“Your inn is everything I imagined the most perfect B&B could be from the beautifully decorated, charming guest rooms, to the amazingly cozy sheets, to the scrumptious meals made with love and passion by a chef who truly knows what he is doing, to the darling family that runs the place along with incredibly cheerful, friendly staff who are so welcoming and hard-working. You all have created an extra special (and needed) positive memory for me and my family as we leave my son off at Hampden-Sydney College for the next four years – an emotional time for me made much more bearable with comforts of this cozy retreat. Thank you.” -August 20-25, 2018
“We enjoyed our stay as guests at your beautiful home! We slept well and the breakfast served was incredible. Thank you for the gracious hospitality!” -June 10, 2018; Seattle, WA
“We had such a nice stay…great dinner and breakfast, really good sleep and an interesting walk through the neighborhood. We also enjoyed sitting on the front porch swing and watching football practice at the school across the way. Thank you!” -May 5, 2018
2017
“What a wonderful visit! Everything was perfect and we’ll be back. Thank you for your kind hospitality.” -October 5, 2017
“The Babcock House is wonderful. Talia is a gracious and welcoming hostess; Chef Charles made each meal worth every calorie. Remy is a delightful young man. We look forward to returning while our son is at Hampden-Sydney for the next four years. It will be a pleasure and adventure to watch Remy grow along with new addition to the family. Next time, I will remember to bring Emerson a treat. Thank you to housekeeping for making our son so comfortable on his nights away from his dorm room.” -September 29-October 1, 2017; Suffolk, VA
“Such a gracious stay from our welcome to our departure. Everything was perfect! The meals were superb! We will be back. Thank you and God bless.” -May 28, 2017
“Wonderful stay. Cordial host, excellent chef. Best regards to all.” -May 5, 2017; Texas
“This is a charming inn. A comfortable room and delicious food made for a pleasant stay. We will return.” -May 3, 2017
“Very nice and welcoming place and hostess. The food was also delicious. We enjoyed also the little gardener and his new watering can. We will come back.” -France
“We liked your B&B very much. Our favorite was the fireplace. Thank you for a lovely, comfortable stay on our lucky visit for the 152nd anniversary of the surrender at Appomattox. We met the great great grandson us U.S. Grant in the signing room at the McLean House. Babcock House was comfy and the food was delish.” -April 8, 2017; Washington, D.C.
“Thank you; again a wonderful stay here at the Babcock. Good to see you all and Remy. Place looks amazing! Good luck with the garden. God bless.” -April 2-3, 2017; New Jersey
“Thank you for a lovely stay. You have a welcoming inn with a friendly atmosphere that nurtures peace and calm. Also must mention the absolutely delicious breakfasts. Looking forward to a return trip.” -March 26, 2017
“We truly enjoyed our stay.” -March 22, 2017; Charlotte, NC
“We came to Appomattox for my Mimi’s 100th birthday party held at the Babcock House. We could not have been more comfortable. Excellent hospitality – awesome food – comfortable rooms! Thanks ever so much!” -March 4, 2017
“What a delightful stay. Everything from the room, games, food we enjoyed. May the Lord bless this family in all they do. God bless!” -January 1, 2017
2016
“We had a wonderful stay in the Bradley Suite. We enjoyed our short visit.” – January 17, 2016; Woodsboro, MD & Littlestown, PA
“We always love our stay at the Babcock House in our hometown.” – January 18, 2016
“Wonderful atmosphere. Exceedingly wonderful staff. All our needs were met. Loved the parlor – spent most of our free time there. This is a perfect central place for site-seeing. Enjoyed the food. Staff was very responsive to us. We were always comfortable and warm.” – January 21, 2016; Tulsa, OK
“Thank you for your gracious hospitality. We enjoyed our stay. The food was wonderful. We are grateful for the comfortable and welcome respite from transferring my sister from Farmville hospital to Appomattox Health & Rehab Center.” – February 12, 2016; Virginia Beach, VA
“Thank you so much for your kindness and hospitality. We enjoyed our stay very much. The staff is very kind and thoughtful. The room and atmosphere are wonderful. This is a very welcoming place. We pray that God will continue to bless your business.” – February 15, 2016
“Thanks so much for a wonderful time. The meals were delicious! Your chef did a great job! The atmosphere and history of this house is remarkable. You are all so welcoming! We wish you the best in the future! We will be back. Thank you.” – February 21, 2016
“Thank you for your hospitality! We loved our stay. The food was delicious. Can’t wait to return.” -February 28, 2016; Fleminton, NJ
“Thank you for having us. The dinner last night was wonderful and we enjoyed our stay. Hope to be back soon for a longer stay. You have a wonderful home here.” – March 6, 2016
“Thank you for a wonderful stay! Loved the corned beef breakfast.” – March 14, 2016; Smyrna, GA
“What a wonderful visit we have enjoyed here in Appomattox and how special you have all made our 4th anniversary here at the Babcock House! Our breakfasts and dinners have been outstanding and the chef has done it again. Everyone has been so warm and friendly and welcomed us into their home. Many thanks for making our anniversary one we shall always remember!” – March 16, 2016
“Our 33rd anniversary! Thank you for a comfortable and welcoming overnight. Your inn is charming….inside and out. The breakfast was delicious – with the best grits I have had and also strawberries with real cream.” – May 17, 2016; Hannover, Germany & Berryville,VA
“Thank you for a wonderful stay at the Babcock House. You have a lovely family and we enjoyed getting to know you. Hope to stay with you again soon.” – May 31, 2016
“Thank you for a wonderful time here at Babcock House. Your home, B&B and restaurant are all lovely – and delicious. We appreciated the grand tour and your special kindness. The food was excellent; the accommodations were so comfortable and utterly relaxing, and the hosts so gracious. You have a gem of a place here and we wish you God’s blessings and much success. I hope we’ll get to visit here again! Every lovely detail, from the lace bedspreads to the front porch swing and everything in between is exactly the right touch to make a visitor love this home.” – August 3, 2016; Indiana, PA
“What a beautiful historic house! The service from Talia and Charles was outstanding. Made you feel as if you were family. Restaurant selection and food was extremely tasty and with great pricing. Will definitely return to the Babcock House.” -September 2016
“Lovely people, perfectly maintained B&B and one of the best breakfasts ever!” -September 19, 2016; Bend, OR
“Thank you for a lovely stay. We especially found the bed comfortable and the shower was great. Lovely soaps & shampoos! The salmon was simply delicious. We enjoyed the family atmosphere.” -September 28-30, 2016; Vienna, VA
“Thank you for a wonderful stay in your lovely home. We were so comfortable in this wonderful bed and felt well taken care of by Remy and your wonderful staff. I haven’t even mentioned the delicious food! We hope to return soon.” -October 6, 2016
“The stay was fantastic. From the comfy bed to the delicious food served with a little entertainment on the side. Thanks so much for making out stay great. Can’t wait to come back!” -October 9, 2016
“The rooms are very pleasant and we enjoyed our conversation with you at breakfast.” -October 27, 2016
“This was Les’ first time at a B&B. He was very surprised at how pleasant it could be. We were very happy with the suite and will certainly come back.” -October 30, 2016
“Great place!” -November 4, 2016
“We were very comfortable and very well fed. You made us feel so welcome.” -November 4, 2016
“We’ve had a lovely stay! Comfortable room, delicious meals and wonderful hosts. Thanks & blessings!” -November 14, 2016; Glade Hill, VA
2015
“Out stay was delightful, food was excellent. We have dined here before, always exceptional. A nice quiet retreat away from the busy life we all live today. We wish blessings to the new owners. Enjoyed the ride.” – November 7, 2015; Palmyra, VA
“Thank you for making our stay so special. The personal attention made our visit simply wonderful.” – November 15, 2015; Burlington, VA
“Had a great time at the Babcock House! Very charming and authentic. Thanks for the personal attention & care.” – Kensington, MD
“The Bradley Suite is the best! Fabulous house! Fabulous hosts! Fabulous breakfasts! Thanks very much, we enjoyed our stay.” – December 4, 2015; Jasper, AL
“We were given this suite as a Christmas gift from our loving and very thoughtful daughter & son-in-law. If you want to show your love, there is no better way. Everything, and I mean everything, is impeccable. All needs are met as well as all wants. This stay is splendid in every aspect! We’re 60+ and this is our first experience with a B&B, but will not be our last. I wish we were secret critics so we could tell the world about this fantastic little home and the delightful people who treated us like friends!” – December 12, 2015; Denville, NJ
“Four nights of heaven, awesome stay here at the Babcock House! Everything was neat and clean. Food was wonderful. We will be back!” – Knoxville, TN
“We had a wonderful time and are looking forward to coming back.” -December 29, 2015; Hilton Head, SC