A Vintage Bed & Breakfast with a Twist
Shirley’s Bed & Breakfast in Roanoke, VA is an expansive log home. It is private and secluded yet minutes away from the Explorer Park, the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Appalachian Trail and adjacent to the Ballyhack Golf Course. Just 10 minutes from downtown Roanoke, and 20 minutes from Smith Mountain Lake. Define your agenda whether it is to relax by the pool or try a local destination.
As Roanoke’s top rated Bed & Breakfast, you’ll love the comfort inside and beautiful grounds outside. We pay attention to all of the details so you can relax. Guests enjoy a bit of our nostalgic West Virginia heritage, large guest suites, a wonderful pool and a collection of cool Hot Rod cars.
We serve breakfast your-way. We enjoy being able to provide you with options to choose from for your breakfast main course. You can enjoy a fresh hot breakfast any time starting at 8am each morning. We serve a simple southern style breakfast. You will always have fresh homemade breakfast breads, fruits, juice, water, milk and coffee/tea. Your main course will be southern style serving, fresh eggs, local sausage, bacon and ham. Omelets, waffles, sausage grave, homemade biscuits, oatmeal and breakfast casseroles are among what you might choose from. With a little advance notice, we can accommodate your dietary needs and preferences.
Water, coffee and tea are available in the dining area. Please enjoy these refreshments anytime you would like. Please enjoy any complimentary snacks that are set out for you.
We also offer complimentary beer and wine. You can sit back and relax and enjoy a very nice glass of beer and wine
The History
Shirley’s Bed and Breakfast is based on our West Virginia heritage. Shirley Nutter, 1904-1994, spent 50 years as the owner/operator of Shirley’s Motel in Hico, West Virginia. Located on Route 60, Shirley’s was a popular resting place through the years. The original motel burnt to the ground in the early 1970s and Shirley rebuilt it and continued to manage the motel until it closed in the early 1990s.
Today, guests enjoy the original Shirley’s sign, proudly featured as sculpture on the estate.
“People who come as guests leave as friends.”
Jeff and Cheryl Bennett know Roanoke—they were both raised here. They enjoy meeting guests and sharing their beautiful log home. Cheryl is a registered nurse and uses her nurturing skills to make sure guests receive exceptional service at their Inn. Jeff is a talented artist who loves to build and restore hot rods. Guests are welcome to visit his shop and see his collection of vehicles.
The Bennett’s married 32 years ago and have 2 sons.
Jordon and Allison Bennett live in Jacksonville, NC. Jordon is a Officer in the Marine Corps stationed at Camp Lejuene and a graduate of Virginia Military Institute.
Jeremy and Brittany Bennett live in Roanoke VA. Jeremy continues the legacy and passion for cars like his dad. His passion is Volkswagen restoration.