The Babcock House

3.5 star property
Victorian bed & breakfast with free breakfast and spa services

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Exterior
Bradley Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated
TV, books
TV, books
Porch

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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250 Oakleigh Avenue, Appomattox, VA, 24522
  • Place, Art Gallery of New Geneva
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Appomattox Courthouse Theatre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Appomattox County Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

Abbitt Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Byron Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Bradley Suite

  • 247 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Rebecca Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Havilah Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Annie Laurie Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 204 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Appomattox

Art Gallery of New Geneva is within a 5-minute walk of The Babcock House while other popular sites like The American Civil War Museum - Appomattox are within a few miles (5 km). This 3.5-star bed & breakfast has 7 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Art Gallery of New Geneva - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Appomattox County Public Library - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Abbitt Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Appomattox Courthouse Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Appomattox County Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Joe Beans - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Rail Yard Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Babcock House

Victorian bed & breakfast with free breakfast and spa services
The Babcock House features free WiFi in public areas, spa services, and refrigerator in a common area. Free parking is available if you drive. Staff members are on hand to provide concierge services and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a library, express check-in, and express check-out.
TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include private yards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include Swedish massages and massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • The Babcock House

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Games
  • Library

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (32 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual doorbell notification
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1884
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that dogs reside at this property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the bed & breakfast at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Babcock House B&B Appomattox
Babcock House B&B
Babcock House Appomattox
The Babcock House Appomattox
The Babcock House Bed & breakfast
The Babcock House Bed & breakfast Appomattox

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Babcock House?

The Babcock House offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Babcock House?

As of Dec 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Babcock House on Dec 4, 2025 start from $130.5, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see near The Babcock House?

Located steps from Art Gallery of New Geneva, this bed & breakfast is in Appomattox, and within a 10-minute walk of Abbitt Park and Appomattox Courthouse Theatre. You'll also find Appomattox County Museum and Carver Price Legacy Museum less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Babcock House?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast. Accessible parking and bicycle parking are also available.

Is there a spa at The Babcock House?

Spa services at the bed & breakfast include Swedish massages.

Does The Babcock House have a casino on the premises?

No, The Babcock House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Babcock House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

Is The Babcock House good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this bed u0026 breakfast, including Champagne service as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Babcock House?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does The Babcock House have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Babcock House serves free full breakfasts at The Babcock House each morning.

Does The Babcock House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Babcock House though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Babcock House?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Babcock House?

The closest major airport to The Babcock House is Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional), which is 24.3 mi away (30 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Babcock House?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Babcock House.

Does The Babcock House have a wedding venue?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at The Babcock House.