We’ll do our best to make your stay at Laurel Lodge comfortable and enjoyable.  Please read over this section and, if you have further questions or need special assistance, just give us a call.  We look forward to your visit!

Each day at Laurel Lodge begins with a satisfying two-course breakfast in our great room.  The first course features a fruit dish and warm-from-the-oven breads, pastries or muffins.  The second course offers a hot entrée. 

Breakfast at the Lodge includes fresh juice, hot coffee and assorted teas.  We strive to incorporate fresh, local, organic and seasonal items on our menu whenever possible. 

We are happy to accommodate those with special dietary restrictions when notified in advance of your arrival.

• Rates are subject to change without notice.

• Room rates are for single or double occupancy.

• We require a two-night minimum stay on weekends.

• Rates do not include applicable state and local taxes (7%).

• Rooms may be guaranteed with an advance deposit equal to the first night's stay by credit card or check.

• If you cancel your reservation less than 14 days before your arrival, your first night's room charge plus applicable taxes is nonrefundable. Upon arrival, you are responsible for the full balance of your confirmed stay. If you cancel your reservation less than 24 hours in advance, or do not arrive for your reservation as scheduled, or depart early, you will be charged for the entire stay.

• We gladly accept Discover, Visa, MasterCard or American Express cards.

• Check-in hours are between 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM. We are a small inn, so if you expect to arrive late, please let us know in advance so we can make arrangements to greet you when you arrive.

• Check-out is no later than 11:00 AM on the day of your departure.

• Laurel Lodge can accommodate well-behaved children over the age of 12 with adult supervision.

• Regrettably, no pets are allowed.

• Due to insurance and fire code restrictions, candles are not allowed in our guest rooms.

• The Lodge offers a smoke-free environment for the enjoyment of our guests. There is no smoking allowed anywhere on the property. Those violating this policy are subject to a $100 cleaning fee and may be asked to leave early.

For government employees traveling on official business, we offer per diem rates, with the following restrictions

• Weekdays only

• One guest per room

• Breakfast is offered at an additional charge

Proprietors Chris Craig and Ed Wheeless purchased Laurel Lodge in 2001 while living in Washington, DC. They began extensive restoration of the house and gardens a few years later and became full-time West Virginians in 2005. Continuing in the tradition of the Shugart family who originally built Laurel Lodge, Chris and Ed are eager to welcome visitors to their home in Harpers Ferry.
 

• Chris Craig, Innkeeper, is a native Kansan and former school teacher. When not hosting and introducing guests to his favorite places, Chris enjoys music, bicycle touring, reading and the outdoors.

• Ed Wheeless, a native of North Carolina, is an enthusiastic amateur chef. He continues his day job developing software for the government.