Recommended by Fodor's in Where to Weekend Around Washington, D. C. 2004. "Tucked in a residential neighborhood this large brick B & B (circa 1790) has been thoroughly renovated. The circa 1840 Fitzgerald Cottage is a gem."

The Eselyn Taylor Suite: "This is my 10th stay at this house and in this suite. I LOVE the quietness and beautiful surroundings. I always feel very peaceful here." Jeanine, Northern Virginia

The 1790 Suite: "What a wonderful place to celebrate our twelfth anniversary!! Your home is not only cozy but welcoming, as well. We felt very pampered throughout our stay-the featherbed, the gourmet breakfasts, the comfortable sitting room, the private porch with the most glorious shade trees, the swing on the back porch-all together made for a terrific and romantic 'home away from home'. Thank you for your graciousness and hospitality. We look forward to staying with you again. May God continue to bless you." Mary & Jim, Chesapeake, VA

The Ardor of Hope Suite: "We had a wonderful getaway. We spent more time here than we had planned, due to the rain and thoroughly enjoyed the peace and quiet. Love the porch swing and the beautiful garden and the fire. We have a tradition of staying at bed & breakfasts going back to our honeymoon (almost 22 years ago) and yours ranks right up at the top! You are very gracious hosts and the food was superb! Thank you." Alex and Mark, Richmond, VA

The Bishop's Retreat: "Once gain we had a very enjoyable stay-the little extra touches-wonderfully comfortable bed, home-made cookies, first class breakfasts, beautiful background music, chocolate on the pillows-as well as the tastefully decorated rooms always made us vow to return. Thank you for all your efforts. P.S. looking forward to a cookbook someday by you, Janice!" Jeff & Ilse, Newport News, VA

Fitzgerald Cottage: "Fitzgerald Cottage is not only beautiful, serene and a wonderful place to get away, but it will forever hold a unique and special place in our hearts.  It was sitting in the upstairs room that I proposed marriage to my beautiful wife.  Three years later, we make every effort to come back to "the place it all started".  Whether you are just starting out together or have been around the block a few hundred times, I cannot recommend this perfect setting highly enough.  Dennis and Janice are excellent, accommodating hosts who care about the quality of your stay and time with them to the point of pampering.  But they also are very sensitive and considerate and will provide as much privacy as you desire.  We will forever love By the Side of the Road and continue to recommend it to everyone we know." 
Dave and Brenda, Mechanicsburg, PA

Quill Cottage: "What a wonderful place!  Everything we expected and more.  This was just one stop on our week long journey celebrating our 25th Anniversary.  The cottage was very comfortable, breakfast was great.  This is how all B&B's should be!"   Linda and Bob, Bel Air, MD

Bergey Cottage: "After a long day of driving up from Atlanta, we had the pleasure of calling Bergey Cottage our home for the evening.  Not only was the cottage quiet and peaceful, the breakfast was delicious and everyone here was so nice and accomodating.  Thank you for such a wonderful visit!" Cavan and Melissa, Queens, NY