Nestled deep in an ancient beech wood, Lightwood Forest is an historic eighteenth-century vacation rental estate in rural Surry County, Virginia, close to Williamsburg and Jamestown. With over 100 private acres of woods, meadows and streams, the estate offers an unequaled experience for lovers of history and nature. One of America's most beautiful and unique historic vacation homes, Lightwood Forest is also available for weddings and other fine events.
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LIGHTWOOD HOUSE is an elegant eighteenth-century home nestled in a magnificent old-growth beech forest in rural Surry County, near Williamsburg, and is one of America's most beautiful and unique historic vacation rental and wedding venue sites. The estate comprises over 100 acres of woods, meadows, and streams, and is part of the land given by Chief Powhatan to Pocahontas and John Rolfe as a wedding gift.
The Faeries of Lightwood and Doon Hill is a simple re-telling of an absolutely true story of folk from another realm, and of how they prevailed over great obstacles and travails. In their own world this is a well-known and famous tale, but in ours it is almost altogether unknown. And though many of the subjects of this story are not human, their achievements mirror in so many ways similar ones of our own kind.
Self-care is crucial for our physical and mental health. But in our fast-paced society, it can be hard to make time for yourself to unwind. Between working long hours, managing domestic responsibilities, and maintaining your social life, you might feel like you never get the opportunity to simply relax and focus on yourself.
Lightwood is a unique place where one can experience history while also enjoying the comforts of the twenty-first century. The house can accommodate up to ten guests as well as two canine friends, who are free to roam and explore the private and secluded one hundred acre wood that surrounds the house.
Lightwood House can sleep up to ten guests in five bedrooms. Four are upstairs and include two large bedrooms, each with a queen-sized bed; one smaller bedroom, with a double bed; and one attic room, with two single beds. The attic room adjoins one of the queen bedrooms and can serve as a family suite.
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Jessie R.
Jan 24, 2020
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Six of us stayed at Lightwood House for Christmas 2019 and it was beyond our wildest expectations! The details were incredible; from themed bedrooms with charming decor and books, to a fully decorated Christmas tree and Christmas stockings.
The historic aspects inside and out, are fascinating and well documented. Yet we had modern amenities and emergency supplies if needed. Three working gas fireplaces added to the ambience. Jamestown and Colonial Williamsburg were a delightful ferry ride away. (Allow extra time on holidays.)
Our hosts gave us space but we met as we were packing up to leave
The historic aspects inside and out, are fascinating and well documented. Yet we had modern amenities and emergency supplies if needed. Three working gas fireplaces added to the ambience. Jamestown and Colonial Williamsburg were a delightful ferry ride away. (Allow extra time on holidays.)
Our hosts gave us space but we met as we were packing up to leave
Jay K.
Jan 14, 2020
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The PERFECT venue for our wedding!
We got married at Lightwood House October 2019, and everything could not have gone better. I had met Cliff while he was working as a balladeer at Colonial Williamsburg and when he mentioned having an 18th century home, I knew I needed to visit. We made the choice to book Lightwood for our special day without my wife even seeing the place in person and my single visit. Upon our arrival for the wedding weekend, the magic and wonder of Lightwood House and the property was evident to her immediately and she was enchanted from the first. Guests needed to travel
We got married at Lightwood House October 2019, and everything could not have gone better. I had met Cliff while he was working as a balladeer at Colonial Williamsburg and when he mentioned having an 18th century home, I knew I needed to visit. We made the choice to book Lightwood for our special day without my wife even seeing the place in person and my single visit. Upon our arrival for the wedding weekend, the magic and wonder of Lightwood House and the property was evident to her immediately and she was enchanted from the first. Guests needed to travel
Dee Burnette
Oct 11, 2019
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We recently vacationed at Lightwood house for a week and it was wonderful. The house was extremely clean, had all the modern amenities and the owner, Mr Cliff was always available to answer questions and make sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. No words except magical to describe the grounds of Lightwood. The interior design was like stepping into a history book from the four beautiful grandfather clocks to the colonial detail of the entire house. The secret staircase was a fun surprise as well. Highly recommend this property for your stay in Virginia!!
