Inn at Gristmill Square, Warm Springs, Virginia
Located in the heart of the charming village of Warm Springs, Virginia, The Inn at Gristmill Square offers a unique and peaceful escape to the Allegheny Mountains, away from the rush and noise of everyday life.
(Go directly to their Web site.)A Virginia historic landmark, Gristmill Square is like a small 19th century mountain village, with lovingly-restored historic buildings, fresh-baked muffins every morning, and an elegant restaurant housed in the converted mill. Welcome elements of the modern world intrude gently – each room has a private bath, cable TV and private phone line, and a day spa and gift shops are on the grounds.
There has been a mill in continuous operation on this site on Warm Springs Run since 1771. The present mill building was erected in 1900 and operated as a gristmill until 1971, when the building was converted into the Waterwheel Restaurant.
The Inn was created in 1972, utilizing five original 19th century buildings. A blacksmith shop and hardware store were converted to guest rooms and office space. Two grand old homes, The Steele House and The Miller House, have been converted to guest rooms and a day spa. The seventeen rooms and suites are individually furnished in traditional décor with the feel of a country home. Many rooms have their own fireplace. Each room is charming and unique.
The Waterwheel Restaurant, located in the original gristmill building, offers selections such as fresh local trout, roast duckling and tournedos au poivre in an elegant country setting. Sunday brunch on the deck is a special treat. Stop at the Simon Kenton Pub to relax with a drink.
Bath County Virginia is named for the crystal clear mineral waters of the natural warm springs, and travelers have come to Bath to soak in the springs for more than 200 years. This is the perfect place to sit on a porch on a lazy afternoon, soak away your cares in a natural spring, or climb a hill to watch the sun set. It’s also a great place for active relaxation, like hiking, golf, boating and mountain biking. A world-class music center and several excellent galleries and shops provide cultural diversion, as well.
Go to the Inn at Gristmill Square Web site.
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