By the Side of the Road Inn & Cottages

Welcome to our Harrisonburg Inn - One of the Top Rated Inns in Virginia's Historic Shenandoah Valley! Our circa 1790 home sits at the front of eight acres and has been meticulously preserved amongst development in our bustling and growing town of Harrisonburg. We strive to be THE lodging destination in Virginia's central Shenandoah Valley. Guests return time and again to experience the comfort and intimacy of our four Main House suites, three luxurious cottages and two pond-side suites.

Minutes from Town, Miles from Reality - By the Side of the Road...

Indulge yourself with a soak in our over-sized whirlpool spa tubs located beside the fire.
Rest on a cloud atop our firm mattresses with four-inch feather ticks.
Arise in the Shenandoah Valley to the aroma of coffee and a truly gourmet breakfast.
Explore our exciting surroundings at Skyline Drive and the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Treasure hunt for antiques.
Ski Massanutten.
Hike the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Walk the James Madison University campus.
Be entertained at the Forbes Center at JMU.
Dine Downtown at hip new restaurants.

We can't wait for you to be our guest!

Three Private Cottages: Intimate & Romantic

Unique to the Shenandoah Valley, our cottages are designed for intimacy and maximum relaxation. Our self check-in policy enables you to enter a setting prepared especially for your romantic time together. A Hot Gourmet Breakfast is delivered to your door. You need only meet the inn keeper prior to check out. Rediscover your relationship in these extraordinary accomodations offering all the privacy you deserve and the luxury you desire. Read more

Two Spring Water Cottage Suites - Modern & Private

Yet another unique accommodation to the Shenandoah Valley, our Spring Water Suites are also designed for intimacy and maximum relaxation. Our self check-in policy enables you to enter a setting prepared especially for you. Luxury showers with multiple shower heads are the feature along with a private porch overlooking our spring fed pond. Your Hot Gourmet Breakfast is delivered to your door. Make our Spring Water Suites your choice for a romantic, relaxing getaway.

Four Manor House Suites: The Traditional B&B Experience

Our 5,000-square-foot Manor House, built in 1789, offers four elegant and distinctly different accommodations, each with a private bath and all separated by thick interior walls to insure quiet and privacy.A Hot Gourmet Breakfast is delivered to your door each morning. Fireplaces, featherbeds and a memorable gourmet breakfast in our historic yet cozy environment prepare you for a day of pleasant experiences in our beautiful Shenandoah Valley! Read more about the Inn

Come be pampered in charming Harrisonburg at By The Side Of The Road Bed & Breakfast Inn. Make our elegant suites and three luxurious cottages your preferred lodging for all your Shenandoah Valley and Central Virginia adventures.