Aldrich House Bed & Breakfast
505 Capitol Court, Williamsburg, VA 23185
(757) 229-5422   Toll Free: (877) 745-0887
Website: http://www.aldrichhouse.com        Email Address: spatton@widomaker.com
Owned & Operated by Tom & Sue Patton

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Directions

We are located one block from Christiana Campbell's Tavern which is located at the east end of the Historic Area (just east of the Capitol building). It is just a short walk from our front door to Colonial Williamsburg. Walk out of the cul-de-sac, over the bridge, across the street and you are there. Once you have your CW pass you have access to their bus service which has a stop in-front of the tavern. From there it's an easy ride to any where in the area or a beautiful walk down Duke of Gloucester Street. Hopefully, you will enjoy our location as much as we do. 

Arriving from the North:  Take I-64 East to Exit 238 towards Williamsburg. This exit will put you on Rt. 143. Follow Rt. 143 for about 1 mile, stay straight and the road will turn into Rt. 60 East & Rt. 5 West (Yes, the signs state East & West). The speed will slow down to 25 mph (pay attention because police will be looking for you). You will go through a traffic light at 2nd Street (stay in the right hand lane). When you go through this traffic light you will see a small bridge ahead, just before the bridge you turn right on Capitol Court. The Aldrich House B&B is the 3rd house on the right in the cul-de-sac.

Arriving from the South:  Take I-64 West to Exit 242 and head west on Route 199. Stay to the right and take the second exit to Route 60 West. Proceed on Route 60 West to the first traffic light and make a right onto Page Street (Rt. 5 & 31 East). After going across the small bridge make the immediate left onto Capitol Court. The Aldrich House B&B is the 3rd house on the right in the cul-de-sac.

A Little About Us

Tom and Sue met in high school at Stranahan High School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in 1972, began dating and the rest is history. We were married in 1974 and Tom joined the United States Air Force in 1976. We were stationed at Langley AFB in Hampton, VA, for 8 years, at Kadena AFB in Okinawa, Japan, for 3 years, and at Dover AFB in Dover, DE, for 9 1/2 years when Tom retired. We have 3 wonderful children; Melissa, Frances, and Tommy Jr and 1 precious grandchild, Cody. We moved to Colonial Williamsburg 3 months after Tom separated from the Air Force and began our Bed & Breakfast journey. Living in Williamsburg had been one of Tom's dreams since he was a youngman. Moving here has been amazing. We purchased our home on June 20th, 1997, and had our 1st guests on July 1st. We have thoroughly enjoyed this adventure of over 11 years and have met some of the nicest people and plan on meeting many more. We hope you decide to come and enjoy a little piece of our heaven. We also have interests outside of the B&B. Sue works at the Cheese Shop downtown and Tom is the Public Programs Coordinator at Historic Jamestowne. We love this area and we'll do our best to help you get the most out of your stay in Williamsburg.

Historic Triangle Events

January, February & March, 2010

Colonial Williamsburg is quiet this time of year. Therefore, it's one of the best times to visit and be able to really talk to the character interpreters. They know their history and the master craftsmen know their skills. It's a great experience when they can give you so much attention. Remember that Williamsburg is a favorite place for sweethearts for Valentine's Day.

 Restaurants

Located in Merchant's Square - Within 1 mile from the Aldrich House  

Fat Canary - "Hottest" Restaurant in Williamsburg. Small and unique with wonderful food and an excellent wine list. Small bar with full service. Reservations a must. Our favorite choice. (757)229-3333; www.fatcanarywilliamsburg.com

Cheese Shop - Best sandwich shop in town. Roast Beef, swiss cheese, house dressing on french bread - can't get much better than that! Over 200 cheeses and a tremendous selection of wines in the Wine Cellar and gourmet foods from around the world in the shop. (757)220-0298; www.cheeseshopwilliamsburg.com 

Berrets Seafood Restaurant & Raw Bar - Specializing in Seafood and they certainly do it right. This is a wonderful restaurant and bar with an outside patio for lighter dining (weather permitting). Reservations strongly suggested. (757)253-1847; www.berrets.com

Second Street - An American Cafe - Second Street has undergone major renovations and is a very comfortable and enjoyable restaurant with really good food. Located just around the block from the B&B. One of Tom and Sue's favorite places for a relaxing dinner. (757)220-2286; www.secondst.com

Blue Talon - Located in Merchant's Square. Menu items from hamburgers to succulent lamb. Come as you are or dress up. Great place to get an afternoon or after dinner drink. (757) 476-2583; www.bluetalonbistro.com 

Trellis - Best known for Death by Chocolate and many other sinful desserts. Food presentation and slow dining is what it's all about. Perfect place to enjoy a casual evening of dining. Reservations strongly suggested. (757)229-8610; www.thetrellis.com (The Trellis has sold and is undergoing major renovations. Opening target date is early-April. Be sure to check them out - Sounds like it's going to be a great place to eat.)

Season's Cafe is a current day restaurant with great salads, pasta dishes, and huge appetizers. No reservations necessary. Season's will give a 20% discount to Bed and Breakfast customers when they are presented with an area B&B business card. You will also receive preferred seating. (757)259-0018; www.seasonsofwilliamsburg.com

Colonial Williamsburg Taverns - Four restaurants located with the historic area. All featuring colonial garbed servers and some 18th century traditional foods. Reservations suggested for King's Arm Tavern and Christiana Campbell's Tavern. Chowning's Tavern is a first-come, first-served tavern that operates as an outside grill during the day and turns into Gambols at 5pm until closing. Gambols resembles an 18th century tavern and is a must for anyone who loves a good ale or rum drink and balladeers playing and singing 18th century ballads. Gambols does not operate during the winter months of January, February & March. Shield's Tavern is operating as a coffeehouse during the day and a light-fare lounge during the evening; no reservations necessary. (800)HISTORY; www.colonialwilliamsburg.com/visit/diningExperience

Aromas - Great little coffee house on Prince George Street - one street over from Duke of Gloucester Street. Serves light meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner with live music on certain nights.

Restaurants located in New Town - New Town is an Urban Village a few miles from Colonial Williamsburg hosting our only Movie Theatre

Opus9 Steakhouse - The best steak house in Williamsburg - very nice atmosphere with upscale dining. (757) 645-4779; www.opus9steakhouse.com

Center Street Grill - Very nice menu with inside and outside dining; best beef brisket dinner in town. (757) 220-4600; www.centerstreetgrill.com

Bonefish - Great new addition to New Town. Great seafood, steaks, salads, sides and desserts - Best Key Lime Pie in town. (757) 229-3473; www.bonefishgrill.com

Corner Pocket - Casual dining inside and outside with a billiards room attached in a family friendly atmosphere. Great fun. (757) 220-0808; www.thecornerpocket.us

 Other Fine Restaurants Located in Williamsburg

LeYaca - The best of the best in fine French dining. (757)220-3616; www.leyaca.com

White Hall Restaurant - A wonderful old world restaurant complete with a Tapis Lounge and Wine Cellar seen through a glass floor. (757)229-4663; www.thewhitehall.com

Giuseppe's Italian Cafe - The best Italian cafe in Williamsburg; owned and operated by locals for locals and visitors alike. (757)565-1977; www.giuseppes.com

Areas of Interest

Williamsburg Chamber of Commerce - www.williamsburgcc.com; The College of William and Mary - www.williamandmary.com; Colonial Williamsburg - www.history.org; Jamestown Settlement - www.historyisfun.org; Yorktown Center - www.historyisfun.org; Busch Gardens and Water Country USA - http://www.buschgardens.com; Golf - www.wngc.com; The Williamsburg Winery - http://www.williamsburgwinery.com; Guided Private Tours - www.williamsburgprivatetours.com 

If we don't have the accommodations you are looking for, please view our sister site at Williamsburg Historic Inns - www.williamsburghistoricinns.com

Shopping

Merchant Square - www.merchantsquare.org; Prime Outlets - www.primeoutlets.com; Nancy Thomas Gallery - www.nancythomas.com; Gallery on Merchant Square - www.galleryonmsq.com

 

Aldrich House Bed & Breakfast, 505 Capitol Court, Williamsburg, VA 23185
(757) 229-5422   Toll Free: (877) 745-0887
Website: http://www.aldrichhouse.com     Email address: spatton@widomaker.com
Owned & Operated by Tom & Sue Patton

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