The Lafayette (circa 1840) is a Federal-style three story building and historic landmark. Its walls are three layers of brick thick and surround a large central hall and stairway, with rooms on either side. The Main Level consists of an entrance hall with a large dining room on one side and a tavern on the other that once served as a country store. There is also a galley kitchen and two bathrooms on this level.
The Second Level, originally an elegant ballroom, now comprises three wonderful suites, each with a private outside entrance from the porch. The Third Level houses owners’ quarters/office, a large bathroom, laundry, and storage on one side of the central stairway. The other side is unfinished and awaits the decision of a new owner to transform the area into additional suites or more elegant owners’ quarters.
Adjoining the main building is a two-story brick building comprised of two suites with private bathrooms and entrances from the ground level. There is also a small brick cottage, originally servant’s quarters, which has been turned into a private suite.
Nestled in Greene County, The Lafayette is situated along old Route 33, the main thoroughfare of Stanardsville, Virginia. Originally established as a stagecoach stop at the mountain’s base, it catered to travelers journeying east and west from the Shenandoah Valley. Each room is bathed in natural light, courtesy of its expansive windows, offering picturesque views of the town and the verdant countryside.
Through the years The Lafayette Hotel (currently known as The Lafayette Inn and Restaurant) has been noted for its fine dining experience. A new owner can take full advantage of the housing explosion in the area and to be ready for the anticipated expansions of Amazon, Northrop Grumman, and Massanutten. Whether opting to maintain full-service dining or specializing in hosting upscale events like wedding receptions, corporate meetings, or casual dining affairs, the possibilities are abundant for the discerning buyer.
The Lafayette is centrally located just 22 minutes to Charlottesville and Albemarle Airport, 32 miles to Harrisonburg, Virginia, 1 ¾ hours from Richmond International Airport, and 2¼ hours from Washington D.C.
Owner will finance a serious buyer and is willing to negotiate terms.
This Inn is listed For Sale at $2,200,000.
- Year Built: 1840
- Guest Rooms: 6
- Private Baths: 6
- Region: VA - Central Region
- Price: 2,200,000
- Urban or In-Town Inns: Yes
- Coastal B&Bs: No
- Mountain Retreats: No
- Turnkey: Yes
- Elite: No
- Location: Stanarndsville, VA
- Sale Note: Owner will finance a serious buyer and is willing to negotiate terms.
- Square Footage: 8,900
- Zoned: Mixed use
- Special Features: Restaurant, ample parking, and all units have outside entrances.
- Innkeeper Quarters: Yes
- Style: Federal
- Sold: No
