Review of Edgewood Plantation 3*

I will begin with the major up-sides to this place: (1) location — — it is west of Charles City by several miles and therefore much closer to Richmond on Route 5 (which goes directly to downtown Richmond without changing roads) than most of the others, and very near the bridge across the James River to Hopewell (good for Civil War buffs who wish to follow Grant path from Cold Harbor to City Point), (2) it may seem smaller on the outside than anticipated, but it becomes a feast for the eyes once inside. It would simply take hours upon hours to take in the incredible feminine touches that prevail throughtout this house. Make no mistake, this is a feminine house from the first floor up and the word "spartan" could never be applied to this house. (3) "Lizzie's Room" is our preference (not that the others aren't good as well), a large room with a very large and fine bed, and large bathroom with a DOUBLE shower that is simply superb. It also includes a large tub. (4) the breakfast offered is superb as well and the dining experience is enhanced with all the feminine touches. The owner ("Dot") is worth the trip as well — — one can't imagine a finer "Southern" host who is more eager to please. If you like the South, you'll be missing something if you miss staying here. Even the quirks of this place are endearing. One can't imagine floors that creak more than this house, and after a short bit, become part of the charm of this house. One shouldn't miss "Miss Lizzy's" name scratched into the window pane of her bedroom as she waited fruitlessly for her husband to return from the Civil War. It photographes well at night with the black background. We've been to many other B&B's but we can hardly think of one that rivals the experience that can be had staying here. It is simply the best.