The initial engagement on July 21, 1861 of what would become the First Battle of Bull Run (First Manassas) took place on McLean's farm in Manassas, Virginia. Union Army artillery fired at McLean's house, which was being used as a headquarters for Confederate Brigadier General P. G. T. Beauregard, and a cannonball dropped through the kitchen fireplace.

McLean was a retired major in the Virginia militia, but at 47, he was too old to return to active duty at the outbreak of the Civil War. In the spring of 1863, he and his family moved about 120 miles south to Appomattox County, Virginia, near a dusty, crossroads community called Appomattox Court House.

On April 9, 1865, the war revisited McLean. Confederate General Robert E. Lee was about to surrender to Lieutenant General Ulysses S. Grant. He sent a messenger to Appomattox Court House to find a place to meet. On April 8, 1865, the messenger knocked on McLean's door and requested the use of his home, to which McLean reluctantly agreed. Lee surrendered to Grant in the parlor of McLean's house, effectively ending the Civil War. Later, McLean is supposed to have said "The war began in my front yard and ended in my front parlor."

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Surrounded by lush greenery, this cabin offers a forest view from its elevated balcony with a metal railing.

"We loved our quick stay. Check in and check out were very low-key, easy, and flexible. The cabin was immaculate and well appointed with everything we could need. "

￥41,480 total

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Aug 18 - Aug 19

Relax in a serene outdoor space with wicker sofas and armchairs, surrounded by a natural landscape and a wooden ceiling.

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10/10 Excellent

"The Virginian is an amazing hotel in the wonderful city of Lynchburg, VA. We stayed in a king suite and it was so large, quiet and comfortable. The bed was very nice and the big tiled bathroom was well lit and provided both a soaking tub and shower. The Skyline Grill has delicious food and a wonderful, rooftop view of the city. The entire staff cater to your every need. All around a Grade A+."