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By the Side of the Road Inn & Cottages
3.5 star property

Comfortable bed & breakfast in Harrisonburg with free breakfast

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By the Side of the Road Inn & Cottages

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The Fitzgerald Cottage | Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, towels
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The Mountain Laurel Suite | Free WiFi
The Bergey Cottage | Free WiFi
The Mountain Laurel Suite | Free WiFi

Overview of By the Side of the Road Inn & Cottages

Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

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  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service

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Map
491 Garbers Church Road, Harrisonburg, VA, 22801-8409
  • Popular LocationValley Brethren-Mennonite Heritage Center7 min walk
  • Popular LocationHarrisonburg Farmers Market3 min drive
  • Popular LocationJames Madison University5 min drive
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Room options

Room (The Quill Cottage)

Highlights

Fireplace
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room (The Bergey Cottage)

Highlights

Fireplace
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room (The Fitzgerald Cottage)

Highlights

Fireplace
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room (The Water Lily Suite)

Highlights

Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
IPod dock
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room (The Mountain Laurel Suite)

Highlights

Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
IPod dock
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Harrisonburg

Located in Harrisonburg, By the Side of the Road Inn & Cottages is in a rural area and in the mountains. Valley Brethren-Mennonite Heritage Center and Larkin Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Massanutten Water Park and Explore More Discovery Museum. Back Home on the Farm and Putter-A-Round Mini Golf are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Valley Brethren-Mennonite Heritage Center - 7 min walk
  • Harrisonburg Farmers Market - 3 min drive
  • James Madison University - 5 min drive
  • A Dream Come True Playground - 9 min drive
  • Rockingham Fairgrounds - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) - 126 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mi Pueblito Grill 2 - 3 min drive
  • Restless Moons Brewing - 3 min drive
  • Ruby's Arcade - 4 min drive
  • Babylon - 5 min drive
  • Montpelier Restaurant & Bar - 4 min drive

About this property

By the Side of the Road Inn & Cottages

Bed & breakfast in the mountains
By the Side of the Road Inn & Cottages provides amenities, such as free breakfast and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Tour/ticket information
Room features
All guestrooms at By the Side of the Road Inn & Cottages boast comforts such as free WiFi and room service.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Fridges and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator

Guest services

  • No housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Built in 1789
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts credit cards

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is By the Side of the Road Inn & Cottages pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at By the Side of the Road Inn & Cottages?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at By the Side of the Road Inn & Cottages?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at By the Side of the Road Inn & Cottages?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 25 (subject to availability).

Where is By the Side of the Road Inn & Cottages located?

Situated in the mountains, this bed & breakfast is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Valley Brethren-Mennonite Heritage Center and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from James Madison University. Memorial Stadium and Harrisonburg Fire Department Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

By the Side of the Road Inn & Cottages Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 241 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 241 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 241 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 241 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 241 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very Pleased
The cottage was beautiful. Was disappointed that their wasn't breakfast. They did supply coffee. The bathroom was just beautiful, the only I could say negative, is the towel smelled mildew. The bed was very wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Elliott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

DIANE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good but not Exceptional
Like other B&Bs this was an older home that had been somewhat remodeled to create a shared residence. I did not think the location on one of the main roads was great and the gardens would have been prettier with a little weeding. There was a pond on the grounds, just a caution to parents with young children. The hosts were kind. We opted to stay on the 3rd floor as it was the only room with a king bed even though it was the least fancy. The host pointed out it was more of a "family" suite, with a king bed in one bedroom, a small shared living space and bathroom, and a twin bed in another room. I could see it working well for a small family except that it is up two long flights of narrow stairs and it takes you past all of the other guest rooms, which would be noisy for the other guests. We did have the opportunity to see the other suites and they were very nice. Our suite was well stocked with everything you could possibly need to feel at home, and the feather bed was very comfortable. There was dining area where all guests had breakfast at their leisure and had an opportunity to meet each other. For me that is one of the charms of a B&B. Instead we were told our breakfast would be brought to us on a tray between 8:45 and 9:00. It was left at the bottom of the last set of stairs and I had to carry it the rest of the way up the steep narrow stairs. The food was just ok, but nothing special. Slow WIFI. I would try another B&B in the area before I would go back to this one.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a great stay last weekend- cozy room and great breakfast. Thanks!

10/10 Excellent

jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing B&B
Loved this place! First time staying at a B&B and it was excellent! Very relaxing and close to town. Highly recommended!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Visited Harrisonburg for my nephew's wedding
My husband & I were very pleased with our suite (1790). Breakfast was culinary delight every morning. Hosts were wonderful!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful weekend stay
Completely exceeded our expectations! We stayed at the Quill cottage for 2 nights, and it was wonderful. The photos online didn't do justice to the room. And the hotel owners truly thought of every detail!

10/10 Excellent

Todd, Washington DC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved it.
Had an absolutely wonderful stay here - staff is great, rooms are perfect. Highly recommend. Free winery tasting with a stay was a nice bonus!

10/10 Excellent

Pamela, Hickory, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super Bed and Breakfast in the Shannondoah Valley
We stayed in the Eselyn Taylor Suite. Very nicely appointed. Inn keepers were very personable and offered great advise on what to see and do. Breakfast both days of our stay was some of the best we have ever had!

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen, Arlington VA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful B&B
Beautiful one night stay in a historic B&B. Thoughtful touches throughout made for a peaceful and comfortable evening.