Holladay House Bed and Breakfast: Inn the Know
2008 Q4 Issue November 2008
In This Issue
Holladay House and National Geographic
Holladay House featured in the Washington Post
Don't Do Dishes for Thanksgiving!
New Year's Celebration

Quick Links
 
Holladay House featured in National Geographic Photo Essay Book!
 
JTHG and National Geographic Book
 
Journey Through Hallowed Ground and National Geographic has produced a photographic masterpiece called Birthplace of the American Ideal.  Andrew Cockburn wrote the text and Kenneth Garrett produced the memorable photography.
 
Included in the book is a fabulous photograph of the Holladay House as a representation of the Bed and Breakfasts that dot the Hallowed Ground landscape.
 
We are honored to be included in such a beautiful publication.  Thank you for such a wonderful picture, Mr. Garrett!
 
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 Recent Feature in the Washington Post Travel Section!
 
 Holladay House Featured in Washington Post! 
 
The Washington Post featured our Virginia bed and breakfast in the travel section on 17 September 2008.
 
The article discusses the amazing restoration of James Madison's Montpelier, and features the Holladay House Bed and Breakfast as a great place to stay when visiting this remarkable presidential mansion.
 
Be sure to read The Essentials section, which provides more details.
 
Art Enthusiast's Weekend of Gallery Hopping 
Piedmont Gallery Tour and ACV Artisans Studio Tour
November 15-16, 2008 
 
Start Holiday Shopping Early!
 
Piedmont Gallery Tour: 5 Galleries, 50 Artists

Enjoy beautiful artistry from professional artisans without having to roam very far.  On November 15th, from 2-5pm enjoy an afternoon of local gallery hopping. At 6pm, just two blocks down Main Street from the Holladay House, join others at an evening reception and silent auction of original art by emerging and established artists at The Arts Center in Orange. Visit the Gallery Tour website for more details.
When:  Saturday, November 15th: Gallery Tour 2-5pm; Reception 6-8pm
Where: Town of Orange and surrounding towns
Price: FREE!
 
Nichols Gallery Painting     Nichols Gallery Painting     
 
14th Annual ACV Artisans Studio Tour

Roam just a little farther into the rural splendor of Central Virginia to visit professional artisans in a number of different working studios in Charlottesville and surrounding counties. Each studio will feature professional artisans selling unique and high quality fine crafts in an artisan's working environment. Most studios will offer edible delights from one or more of the local culinary purveyors. Visit the ACV Studio Tour website for more information.
When:  Saturday and Sunday, November 15-16th 10am-5pm
Where: Charlottesville and surrounding counties
How much: FREE!
 
Aggie Zed Horse Sculpture     Wooden Vessel with Rope Picture
 
We will provide maps and directions for both tours.
 
Added Bonus: The Holladay House will discount 20% off one night of a two-night reservation!
 
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Don't Do Dishes on Thanksgiving! 
Give thanks while someone else is doing the cooking and clean-up!
 
Thursday, November 27th 6pm
SOLD OUT!
 
For the third year, guests will be joining our family for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner without the muss and fuss of cooking and dishes!
 
Even though we are sold out for Turkey Night, we still have some rooms left that weekend.  Take the opportunity for some great holiday shopping at unique shops and wineries: stay with us a second consecutive night, we will take 30% off your second night stay.
 
Don't be "left over," make your reservation now
 

Music on Main Street: 3rd Annual New Year's Eve Celebration!

 

Celebrate the coming of 2009 in the heart of a small town that celebrates big! 
 
A feast for the eyes: a great chance to view Main Street historical buildings from the inside out!
A feast for the ears: revel in the musical candences of various styles and performances!
A feast for the lips: Elmwood at Sparks, one block from the Holladay House on Main Street, will be offering three seating times for their special New Year's Eve dinner!
 
At midnight, join the rest of the crowd at the Courthouse, just two blocks from the Holladay House, to count down to the New Year while watching the official "Orange" drop and fireworks explode from the Courthouse roof!
 
And not to worry-- the next morning, coffee will be early but breakfast will be served late!
 
This is a popular event, and all of our rooms fill well in advance! Be part of the festivities by checking available rooms here.