Beautiful room and stunning views. Proprietors were "prickly" and aloof. Paid 602.00 for two nights without access to "real coffee and cream" until 7:30. Breakfast was simplistic lacking imagination. Experience was lackluster, would recommend looking for a more economical option considering negatives of this experience .
This was our first time staying at this beautiful inn. I can't wait to thank the folks that raved about this place. It exceeded our expectations. Jeanne and John were gracious host. We loved the breakfast. This is a great place to unwind and relax. We will return to this wonderful inn.
Excellent innkeepers - very friendly and welcoming. Inn is at a beautiful location with scenic views all around. Breakfast was average but not really a major concern. I'd highly recommend this spot for anyone visiting the area
The Inn at Riverbend is located on the edge of the New River Valley, overlooking the New River, with a view that will make you sit and just ponder.
My wife and I enjoyed the weekend of the Fourth of July at the Inn, toured the local area, did a float trip down the river, with Tangent Outfitters.
The facility is gorgeous, rooms comfortable, beds that you could melt into. Breakfast was delicious. The host were very welcoming, as was the waitress, Donnie, I think her name was.
One thing that we had an issue with, was that there was no coffee service available to the guest until the kitchen opens at 07:30. My wife and I are very early risers, and we both enjoy having a fresh hot cup of coffee as soon as we get up. I would suggest to the Innkeepers that a Keurig single serve coffee maker should be available to coffee lovers.
Thanks to the Inn at Riverbend for a great weekend.
Joe & Sharon Richter
We chose the Inn for a mini moon after our wedding. The view is fantastic of course. I wish I could say the same for the rest of the stay.
On every surface of the items in the room, they have placed instructions and prices, as though you are in a museum. Reading through the (incredibly outdated) binder, they'll include more rules. By the way, half the restaurants and shops in there are closed, so beware if you aren't from the area.
Today they contacted us upset because my hair dye left a stain on one of their towels, letting us know they'd add $18 for the towel. That's right, they're more worried about their towels than the quality of your stay. Now, if one of their myriad of instructions had mentioned towels, I would have brought one.
Speaking of, the amenities are quite rustic, and the water reeks of chlorine. I really wouldn't care as someone from the mountains, but for a few hundred a night, I do expect better than the Marriott.
Major hotels also have thicker walls, which I'll throw in there if you're looking to be 'romantic'. The walls are so thin you can hear people on the other side, which isn't exactly conducive to a wedding night, if you catch my drift.
If you're looking to feel anxious and get nickel and dimed, then go right ahead and stay at the Inn. If it's the view you're seeking, plenty of other places can deliver. I was going to buy a gift certificate for my brother's wedding, but I would never want him to feel the way I did after leaving this place!
Awesome location! Had a beautiful room with a great view of the river, mountains and surrounding countryside below. Service was great. Could not have asked for a better weekend. Definitely recommend the Inn at Riverbend.
I have been reading the reviews and responses and wanted to share my own thoughts. Having recently stayed at the Inn and interacting with both hosts I can tell you that I found the experience delightful. The views are truly spectacular. Was everything perfect? No. Was it worth the cost and experience? Absolutely. Jeanne is sensitive and very kind-hearted. Any negative experience here is likely due to her intense desire to make sure that your stay is beautiful and memorable. If you take a moment to interact with her you will find that she will do anything she is able to do to accommodate you. Additionally, she is a real person and not a chain hotel scripted greeter with a plastic, vague smile. That was true of my experience with everyone at the inn. John is extremely low-key and pleasant. From my husband I understand that the breakfasts made were excellent and the coffee (a blend made specifically for the inn) exceptional. If old money experiences suit you; that is understated class, and a subtle catering to your (reasonable) individual needs, this is well-worth the time and money. Equally, this is likely not worth the effort for those looking for something to complain about. This is an inn, not a Hilton and the experience being sought should not be that of a cookie-cutter hotel. Instead, maybe put your computer down, sit on the porch, breathe and get over technology a little bit for the weekend. Check out the train in the distance and watch the river roll
Inn at Riverbend is the best B&B that I have experienced. Thank you Jeanne and John for a wonderful weekend. My husband and I went for an anniversary getaway and we had an amazing time. Daniela greeted us with a warm welcome and a bottle of wine. The breakfast was phenomenal, and the staff and owners are very personable and hospitable. We definitely recommend this B&B. 5 stars hands down.
Was our first visit to the area. And not sure how it was going to be. Staff were fantastic with everything from tour of B&B to breakfast served each morning. Porch outside our bedroom had a breathtaking view of valley, New River, and Pallisades rock formation. Would recommend to anyone who could use a "rest and refresh".