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Williamsburg Inn
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Just steps away from America's premiere
living history museum, the world-class luxury
hotel, Williamsburg Inn, has been the "home
away from home" for royalty, celebrities,
heads of states, and other guests from around
the world. Former President Reagan hosted
the Economic Summit of Industrialized
Nations here in 1983. The classic facade of
the exterior has a comfortable Virginia
Country Estate feel, which is magnificent, yet
understated. Listed on the National Register
of Historic Places, this Inn is the crown jewel
of Colonial Williamsburg.
Entering the classic facade of the Inn, you can
feel the rich history of yesterday and today.
The Inn's elegant lobby is artfully refurbished
with fine crystal chandeliers, richly
upholstered furniture, elegant textiles and
expensive antiques.
For traditional afternoon tea, guests visit the
Goodwin Room. We were guided to a table by
the window that overlooked the courtyard.
The finest porcelain and silverware were
beautifully set on the linen-covered table.
As part of the Williamsburg Inn Tea,
champagne was included. As for the choice
of tea, my companion and I agreed on the
suggested Williamsburg Inn Blend, an
aristocratic blend of full-leafed Golden Assam
and silvery Ceylon. This custom-blended tea
is exlusively made for the Williamsburg Inn by
Harney and Sons.
The arrival of the three-tiered stand was a
mouth- watering sight. Every single item on
the tiers was explained to us. The hot sultana
scones, paired with orange marmalade,
strawberry preserves, double Devonshire
cream, and lemon curd, were some of the best
I had. I wondered if I would be able to get the
recipe. The delicate finger sandwiches, like
the egg salad, cucumber and cream cheese,
and salmon, were meticulously sliced. We
savored the exquisite cheesecake, fruit tartlet,
pecan bars, cream swan, and linzer cookies in
no time. While the harpist played soothing
melodies, our hostess showered us with
excellent service. She even told us interesting
stories that took place in the Inn. For
example, for special events, a storyteller ofthe
18th century by the name of Martha
Washington is available for hire. Reservations
are highly recommended.
With all the experiences we had, I felt like my
status in society had been elevated, even for
a short spell since the Inn's policy is to treat
every guest as royalty. For a brief moment,
we felt like it. Take time to see John D.
Rockafeller, Jr. and his wife Abby's tea pots
and tea saucers collection by the bar.
living history museum, the world-class luxury
hotel, Williamsburg Inn, has been the "home
away from home" for royalty, celebrities,
heads of states, and other guests from around
the world. Former President Reagan hosted
the Economic Summit of Industrialized
Nations here in 1983. The classic facade of
the exterior has a comfortable Virginia
Country Estate feel, which is magnificent, yet
understated. Listed on the National Register
of Historic Places, this Inn is the crown jewel
of Colonial Williamsburg.
Entering the classic facade of the Inn, you can
feel the rich history of yesterday and today.
The Inn's elegant lobby is artfully refurbished
with fine crystal chandeliers, richly
upholstered furniture, elegant textiles and
expensive antiques.
For traditional afternoon tea, guests visit the
Goodwin Room. We were guided to a table by
the window that overlooked the courtyard.
The finest porcelain and silverware were
beautifully set on the linen-covered table.
As part of the Williamsburg Inn Tea,
champagne was included. As for the choice
of tea, my companion and I agreed on the
suggested Williamsburg Inn Blend, an
aristocratic blend of full-leafed Golden Assam
and silvery Ceylon. This custom-blended tea
is exlusively made for the Williamsburg Inn by
Harney and Sons.
The arrival of the three-tiered stand was a
mouth- watering sight. Every single item on
the tiers was explained to us. The hot sultana
scones, paired with orange marmalade,
strawberry preserves, double Devonshire
cream, and lemon curd, were some of the best
I had. I wondered if I would be able to get the
recipe. The delicate finger sandwiches, like
the egg salad, cucumber and cream cheese,
and salmon, were meticulously sliced. We
savored the exquisite cheesecake, fruit tartlet,
pecan bars, cream swan, and linzer cookies in
no time. While the harpist played soothing
melodies, our hostess showered us with
excellent service. She even told us interesting
stories that took place in the Inn. For
example, for special events, a storyteller ofthe
18th century by the name of Martha
Washington is available for hire. Reservations
are highly recommended.
With all the experiences we had, I felt like my
status in society had been elevated, even for
a short spell since the Inn's policy is to treat
every guest as royalty. For a brief moment,
we felt like it. Take time to see John D.
Rockafeller, Jr. and his wife Abby's tea pots
and tea saucers collection by the bar.