Foster Harris House: Little Washington B&B in Fall
Five rooms, fireplace suites and a gourmet breakfast on Main Street in Little Washington
Foster Harris House is a luxury historic bed-and-breakfast at 189 Main Street in Washington, Virginia, with five elegant rooms and a gourmet breakfast. In October, with Little Washington's village streets quiet and the hills turning, it is one of the more refined places to base a Rappahannock weekend.
Quick Facts
- Address: 189 Main Street, Washington, VA 22747
- Rooms: Five, including fireplace suites
- Phone: (540) 914-6646
- Website: fosterharris.com
- Google rating: 5.0
What Sets It Apart
The house is a historic property, and the offerings list reads like a short course in how to do a country inn well: fireplace suites, sound-proof windows, wine service, and a gourmet breakfast as the morning anchor. Sound-proofing is an easy detail to overlook and a welcome one in a village inn; fireplaces matter more once the temperature drops in October and November.
With only five rooms, the experience is closer to staying in a well-kept private house than a hotel. That is the appeal for the guests we write for: wine-club members hosting out-of-town friends, or couples who want the village without the production.
A Weekend Built Around the House
Washington is walkable, and a stay at Foster Harris House puts you on Main Street, within reach of the village's restaurants and galleries. Two neighbors worth building a day around:
- Fairlea Farm Bed & Breakfast, a working farm B&B at 636 Mount Salem Avenue with cattle, miniature donkeys and sheep, suits those who prefer a pastoral stay to a village one.
- Lee's Orchard, at 65 Orchard Lane, grows 18 apple varieties including heritage apples and offers pick-your-own and pre-picked fruit from Labor Day to Thanksgiving.
A sensible rhythm is a late breakfast at the house, an orchard stop for apples to carry home, and an unhurried afternoon in the village. We have no verified dining reservation details for the house itself, so ask when booking whether dinner suggestions or arrangements are available.
Booking Notes
The listed schedule is by reservation Thursday through Sunday and Wednesday, and closed Monday and Tuesday. Because it is a small property, fall weekends are the ones to book early. Ask about the fireplace suites specifically if that is the draw, since not every room is described as having one.
Planning Your Visit
- Address: 189 Main Street, Washington, VA 22747
- Phone: (540) 914-6646
- Website: fosterharris.com
- Availability: By reservation Wednesday through Sunday; closed Monday and Tuesday
Our data does not include recent activity for the property, so confirm availability and current rates directly.
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Sources
Reporting drew on sources available for these places:
- Foster Harris House — venue signals
- Fairlea Farm Bed & Breakfast — venue signals
- Lee's Orchard — venue signals
Frequently asked questions
Where is Foster Harris House in Washington, Virginia?
Foster Harris House is at 189 Main Street in Washington, Virginia 22747, in Rappahannock County. You can reach it at (540) 914-6646.
How many rooms does Foster Harris House have?
Five. The historic B&B lists fireplace suites, sound-proof windows, wine service and a gourmet breakfast among its offerings.
Is Foster Harris House open year-round and how do I book?
The listing shows stays by reservation Wednesday through Sunday, and closed Monday and Tuesday. Call (540) 914-6646 or visit fosterharris.com to book.
What else is near Foster Harris House for a fall weekend?
Yes. Lee's Orchard at 65 Orchard Lane grows 18 apple varieties and is open for pick-your-own from Labor Day to Thanksgiving, and Fairlea Farm B&B offers a working-farm alternative nearby.
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