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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."
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."
Super 8 by Wyndham Appomattox VA

Super 8 by Wyndham Appomattox VA

2 out of 5
7571 Richmond Highway Appomattox VA
The price is Rp1.125.031 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
Rp1.125.031
Rp1.240.909 total
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Appomattox. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions The American Civil War Museum - Appomattox and Carver ...
6.6/10 (617 reviews)
Handled inclement weather well. Breakfast as advertised. No hassle. Clean room. Good place.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Super 8 by Wyndham Appomattox VA
Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Lynchburg

Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Lynchburg

2.5 out of 5
5704 Seminole Ave Lynchburg VA
The price is Rp1.495.295 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
Rp1.495.295
Rp1.688.493 total
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lynchburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Nick and Jennifer were great

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Lynchburg
Fairfield Inn & Suites Lynchburg Liberty University

Fairfield Inn & Suites Lynchburg Liberty University

3 out of 5
3777 Candlers Mtn Road Lynchburg VA
The price is Rp2.161.266 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
Rp2.161.266
Rp2.433.183 total
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lynchburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
Clean room and facility. Very convenient location. Breakfast was pretty decent...love the mini quiche!

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Fairfield Inn & Suites Lynchburg Liberty University
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Placemakr Marymount Ballston

Placemakr Marymount Ballston

4 out of 5
1008 N Glebe Rd Arlington VA
Stay at this aparthotel in Arlington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (714 reviews)
Clean room, super friendly and helpful staff. Enjoyed the extra space (relative to a hotel). Much better gym and gathering areas. Adjacent to dining

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Placemakr Marymount Ballston
Ocean Sands Resort, Oceanfront, Virginia Beach by Vacatia

Ocean Sands Resort, Oceanfront, Virginia Beach by Vacatia

3 out of 5
2207 Atlantic Avenue Virginia Beach VA
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Virginia Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,185 reviews)
We had a great stay. The staff was very helpful. The room was amazing and clean. We will be back

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Ocean Sands Resort, Oceanfront, Virginia Beach by Vacatia
Key West Cottages

Key West Cottages

3 out of 5
4251 Main Street Chincoteague VA
Stay at this cottage in Chincoteague. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (505 reviews)
Love the resort!

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

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Popular places to visit

Arlington House at the Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia,

The American Civil War Museum - Appomattox

You can study the exhibits at The American Civil War Museum - Appomattox, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Appomattox. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

The American Civil War Museum - Appomattox
Rear view of McLean House at Appomattox

McLean House

You can study the exhibits at McLean House, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Appomattox. Discover the area's live music and monuments.

McLean House

Confederate Cemetery at Appomattox Court House

Find out about the history of Appomattox with a stop at Confederate Cemetery at Appomattox Court House. Discover the area's live music and monuments.

Confederate Cemetery at Appomattox Court House

Cities near Piney Mountain

Appomattox Court House National Park, the American Civil War battle site near Lynchburg, Virginia, USA

Appomattox