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The Litz Mansion Room #8 - The Colonel May Room

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Games room
TV, fireplace, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom3 bathroomsSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Tazewell, VA
  • Tazewell County Public Library
    7 min walk
  • Tazewell Mall
    3 min drive
  • Carilion Tazewell Community Hospital
    4 min drive
  • Bluefield, WV (BLF-Mercer County)
    36 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Litz Mansion Room #8 - The Colonel May Room

This beautiful historic mansion was constructed in 1859 by John Warfield Johnston, a Virginia Senator, and Judge of Tazewell County. The home is situated on a 3.16-acre lot and is conveniently located within walking distance of the Tazewell Main Street area. The Johnston family was very well known in Virginia for their achievements and built the home to display these accomplishments.

John, his wife Nicketti and son George lived in the home until it was purchased by John C. Hopkins and wife Elizabeth during the Civil War. Following the war, Colonel Andrew Jackson May (“Jack”) purchased the home. Jack May was thought of as one of Tazewell County’s best known military heroes who played a significant role in the Civil War and helped retain control of the Virginia-Tennessee Railroad. May lived in the mansion with first wife Matilda May, who sadly passed away. Jack remarried Nelle Bly and had a son Colonel May. Nelle remained in the home and turned it into a school for a couple of years before it was sold to the longest owners on record, A.Z. Litz and wife Etta V. Stauber.

While the mansion has changed ownership over the years, John Warfield Johnston’s home of grandeur remains the same over 160 years later!

Room #8 - The Colonel May Room (Shared Bathroom)

The Colonel May room is dedicated to the youngest son of Andrew Jackson and Nelle May. Andrew named his son “Colonel” in hopes to pass along some of the luster and reputation of his own name. This room is fit for a Colonel and styled for one too. With all the furnishings being dark, rich mahogany, and walnut. A favorite talking piece of this room is the beautiful stone capped foot boards. And of course, the guests who stay in this room are in love with the upper porch located just a few steps outside the room door, perfect for enjoying and relaxing.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Tazewell County Public Library. The holiday home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, 3 bathrooms and fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • 7 minutes on foot from Tazewell County Public Library and a 3-minute drive from Tazewell Mall
The Litz Mansion Room #8 - The Colonel May Room offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Beth Takach

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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The Litz Mansion Room #8 - The Colonel May Room Tazewell
This Room is a 1 Bedroom 3 Bathrooms Located in Tazewell VA
This room is a 1 bedroom(s) 3 bathrooms located in Tazewell VA.

The Litz Mansion Room #8 - The Colonel May Room Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ava h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get awa
Loved the property would highly recommend it to anyone looking in tazewell area
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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Grest!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome old house
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Due to vintage character, it was like stepping back in time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Conrad L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Litz Mansion
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot
We stayed here with multiple other couples for a class reunion and had a great time! The fire pit was a hit and coffee on the front porch looking at the ridge across the street was the perfect way to start the day. SWVA is always beautiful and staying at a house with such history made this stay 5 stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Southwest Virginia feels like home!
It was a wonderful visit. Beautiful property and friendly people who also stayed at the property. Memorable! Will do this again!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022