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Virginia, as the saying goes, is for lovers. From the Blue Ridge Mountains to the shores of the Chesapeake Bay, there are plenty of perfect spots for a romantic getaway. For couples planning an elopement, a Virginia bed and breakfast is a perfect spot to enjoy a simple wedding and a special honeymoon.

It’s no secret that planning a wedding can be a hassle. Even preparing for an elopement can be stressful. Seasoned innkeepers, such as Sharon and Samuel Elswick of the Holladay House in Orange, Virginia, are ready and willing to help their guests plan a special, intimate elopement. Getting married themselves at a small Virginia bed and breakfast, they loved the experience so much that they decided to start an inn. Now, they even offer an elopement package; all you have to do is bring the wedding license, which can be purchased at the local courthouse.

The package includes one night’s stay in one of the inn’s romantic honeymoon suites, which boast a fireplace and a whirlpool tub. Guests also are treated to a bottle of wine and fruit and cheese tray upon arrival. The innkeepers arrange for a Virginia-licensed officiant to perform the service. Even the little details have not been forgotten. The innkeepers thoughtfully include a bride’s bouquet and groom’s boutonniere, as well as a wedding cake for two and a bottle of champagne. The happy couple will also enjoy dinner for two at a local restaurant and a gourmet breakfast at the inn.

This Virginia bed and breakfast is filled with all the old-fashioned charm one might expect at a restored 19th-century inn. The Federal-style home is named for the prominent family that lived there for more than a century. There’s plenty to do in the surrounding area, from exploring local shops and boutiques, to visiting nearby wineries, museums or Civil War and Revolutionary War sites. Take a balloon ride over the Blue Ridge Mountains or enjoy a horseback ride in the scenic Virginia countryside. Another option is to do nothing at all and spend some time relaxing on the front porch or in your honeymoon suite.

The innkeepers provide plenty of thoughtful amenities. Each of the guest rooms has a private bath stocked with soft, fluffy towels and specialty bath soaps. Comfortable queen or king beds are topped with luxurious linens. CD players, alarm clocks, Cable TVs with DVD players and wireless internet are also included. The innkeepers always have coffee and tea available, and guests are treated to home-made cookies and treats.

For those wishing to elope, a Virginia bed and breakfast is an ideal spot. The Holladay House combines all the elements for a perfect wedding and a spectacular honeymoon.