Exceptional Bed and Breakfast Lodging near Roanoke
Rockwood Manor in Virginia is our family home and has been the scene of many events and parties over the years. We have been blessed with the company of great people, and some of them have been quite well known in their fields from art, music, literature and politics. But the very best of our guests are the unsung heroes who live behind a poem, a delightful painting of our dog Chardonnay, or a wonderful thank-you written in the book of memories. Along with these are our reviews online and a box of thank you cards in the office. We feel the best way to promote our home is word of mouth. So I would like to share some of these highlights with you now. Here are a few examples:
4/13/13 Mauney-Scott Wedding; Fabulous weekend! Love the House, the hospitality, the weather and on and on… Rockwood Rocks!
Rooms are beautiful
Outstanding owners
Calm amid chaos
Kitchen was a plus
Wonderful people
Original in all ways
Ordinary in no way
Destination of choice
Love, The Mauneys
Thanks to Don & Eva Boy for this amazing poem. Rockwood Manor 2/2/2013
| We turned into the drive The snow was lightly falling down Just three miles off the main road Out on the edge of town |
So up the drive we went With tires crunching virgin snow To Rockwood Manor On the porch was a welcome glow |
| The moon was peeking through the clouds A lovely night to see The lights were on like Frank said That they would surely be. Frank was there with broom in hand To sweep the snow away Smiling, friendly, welcoming As he was throughout our stay |
A lovely grand historic home Amongst trees upon the hill Putting on a coat of snow The night was very still. And as eternity Lapsed slowly as she was out I read cover to cover What Rockwood was all about |
| He showed us in around the house He led us room by room He showed us coffee, showed us tea Some later we’d consume |
When Bells placed the first stone I read about the elegance To which today it’s grown I read about the early days |
| He showed us rooms for dining And rooms for sitting too Twelve bedrooms was the count For us just one would do |
I read the many stories Most written in first hand I read about the cattle trade I read about the land |
| Then we went to the Porterfield The name of number five We creaked our way up spiral stairs That almost seemed alive |
I read about loved Uncle Sam I read of Sarah Bell I read about her Rock Cookies That people liked so well |
| The room was simply beautiful With all we might need With robes and all amenities It was complete indeed |
Then with my wife I snuggled In a bed luxurious To slip into a peaceful sleep And all without a fuss |
| And high tech was not missing With our HD and WIFI But a claw-foot tub and fluffy towels Were what caught my wife’s eye She disappeared for quite some time Emerging quite content There was no doubt in her mind Her time had been well spent. For they shared a treasure Richer than any table fare This time they shared about themselves Who, what, when and where |
Next morning there was breakfast At the very appointed time The herbs and spices used therein Were no less than sublime Rochelle & Frank served our meal With juice and coffee too Again we found that food Was not the best they could do So if you’re traveling 81 Or near the Blue Ridge Parkway Be sure the Rockwood Manor Is a place that you do stay |
| And “Doc” another guest was there Along with his two cents Enlivening the table talk Opinions with good sense |
Frank and Rochelle Drummond Are the hosts that you will find Will have the “keys” to Rockwood Manor Where you can unwind |
| Till morning was escaping And the road began to call We sat and talked and laughed a lot Enjoyable to all |
They’ll wine you and they’ll dine you They really do their part Your Rockwood Manor visit Etched forever on your heart |
“You have made your descendents proud by restoring this magnificent home and allowing us to enjoy it.” -Gov. Mark Warner
“Many thanks for a truly marvelous time in an exceptional home. This is the bed and breakfast experience I’ve dreamed about.” -Karen & Andy Frank
“Dear Sarah, Frank & Bud: We got so many compliments about the wedding. After it was all over I really understood why Sarah wanted it there. The setting & closeness we all experienced could not be duplicated here in Michigan. It was like a fairytale or storey book wedding; thanks to you at Rockwood Manor.” -Keith & Karen Jones
“The beds are so comfortable and the home wraps its arms around you. So comforting, and the breakfast was wonderful with your creations. May I please get that recipe? Frank, you have certainly out done yourself this time.” -Sonny & Alice Porterfield
“It was like a walk back in time to another place of enchantment. Thank you for your most gracious hospitality in a magnificent home..” -Rachel
“Sarah: I enjoyed meeting you so much. You are a delightful and special lady.” -Kathryn
“Your fabulous efforts have this historic home “Reborn”. Rockwood lives again. Thanks.” -Dewitt and Becky