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The Elston Inn and Conference Center

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You can look forward to free continental breakfast, an adjacent golf course, and an attached winery at The Elston Inn and Conference Center . Sip on a glass of local wine at this hotel, which boasts winery tours, a vineyard, and wine release events. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Prothro Dining Hall, the on-site buffet restaurant. In addition to a terrace and an art gallery on site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Single Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Mountain View

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Single Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard View

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About the neighborhood

Located in Sweet Briar, The Elston Inn and Conference Center is in a rural area and next to a golf course. Winton Country Club and Rebec Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Babcock Fine Arts Center and Amazement Square. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Sweet Briar travel guide
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450 Sweet Briar Dr, Sweet Briar, VA, 24595

What's nearby

  • Sweet Briar College
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Mary Helen Cochran Library
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sweet Briar Museum
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Babcock Fine Arts Center
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Upper Sweetbriar Lake
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Lynchburg-Kemper Street Station
    21 min drive
  • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Lynchburg Regional)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    6 min drive
  • The Filling Station
    6 min drive
  • What A Blessing! Baked Goods and Fine Sandwiches
    4 min drive
  • Hardee's
    3 min drive
  • Vito's Amherst
    6 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Prothro Dining Hall

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Art gallery
  • Designer stores
  • Golf carts
  • Golf driving range
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Private wine tours
  • Pro golf shop
  • Vineyard
  • Wine tasting room
  • Wine tours
  • Winery
  • Winery release events

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Stroller

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Conference center
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vineyard

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

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  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individually decorated
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Printer
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Security Guard at 450 Sweet Briar Drive, Sweet Briar, Virginia]
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 50 per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is The Elston Inn and Conference Center pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 50 per day and a fee of USD 50 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Elston Inn and Conference Center ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Elston Inn and Conference Center ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Elston Inn and Conference Center located?

Situated in Sweet Briar, this golf hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Sweet Briar College, Sweet Briar Museum, and Mary Helen Cochran Library. Babcock Fine Arts Center and Upper Sweetbriar Lake are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

The Elston Inn and Conference Center Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 33 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly service, super clean, quaint and comfortable! Such a peaceful setting, we were just passing through but very much hope to stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so peaceful and quiet - an oasis after a long day. Staff was very nice but not always available - hence the 4. Breakfast needed an option for gluten free people but otherwise perfect for our needs
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very friendly staff. The private balcony was nice. Parking and the Inn is shaded and it is very cool there even in the middle of summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice and quiet location, very quaint. It’s inside Sweet Briar’s college grounds, which on a busy day requires registration at the entry security gate, no issues there, just a quick checkpoint for college traffic safekeeping we learned. The Inn itself is well maintained for an older building. However age is not an issue, all standard hotel amenities are up to date. While this area is very convenient for the college, our destination was the town of Lynchburg, which worked well for our stay. All in all a well maintained establishment.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very comfortable, nicely appointed room with a balcony overlooking the forest. The only negative was that the air conditioner made strange noises at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I just love this quite, seculded stay. It's clean and its rustic feel makes it feel like home.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The property was amazing! With a puppy as part of our family, we especially enjoyed walking the campus which was quiet and beautiful. The room was clean and staff very helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely room with a beautiful balcony and views. Front desk staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff, reasonable price, and very clean room. The furnishings were dated and it feels pretty old. But it had fresh paint and the room was clean and the bed was comfortable. My A/C couldn’t keep up so it was pretty warm. I had to sleep with just the sheet. But the area was so beautiful and I loved the nature and walking trails. And like I said helpful staff, clean, and good coffee. :-)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the most pleasant stays at a "hotel" I've ever experienced, I would have happily stayed more than one night if needed. The setting is lovely and peaceful. The room was quiet at night and our beds were comfortable. Our room faced the woods with a patio which we spent a lot of time on. The facility is on the older side, but everything was clean and organized and we had everything we needed. You can park close to your room and I love that it's only 2 stories with outside access (like a motel). Staff was all very friendly. My ONLY suggestions would include 1. a protein option for breakfast- in fairness it is a continental breakfast, but there really aren't any close restaurants in the area (at least breakfast options) it was a lot of bread/carbs and sugar. And 2. with being on the ground floor, it would be nice to have an additional security/lock on the sliding glass door to the patio- it's just a simple latch, which felt a little insecure. Overall we had a wonderful experience and I would absolutely come back! Good job Sweet Briar! I feel like we found a gem!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay on our way to NY. Great location < in the woods> , super friendly staff, clean super comfy bed, continental breakfast and Great rate
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful, scenic hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful campus, lovely hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

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I was not able to place 5 stars for everything only gave me up to 4 stars as a maximum. This place exceeded all expectations. We will definitely be rebooking as we travel north on 29 several times a year. It gives us a perfect halfway point to rest. Beautiful setting!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Checked in after hours, guard at security bldg had our key ready to go for an easy check in. Easy check out next morning by dropping key off on the counter. Breakfast options were minimal but did the trick.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved our stay here! The staff was incredibly welcoming and engaged. It was a quiet stay in a beautiful setting. We will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Disliked: Amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful decor
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Multiple spiders found behind the drawers, in corners, etc. Decently clean overall but the number of spiders was unacceptable
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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6/10 Okay

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026