The Keydet Room

$150 per night
Double Occupancy

The Keydet, named for the mascot of Virginia Military Institute (VMI), is fondly in memory of G. W. Effinger Herring, father of the current innkeeper, a Class of 1938 graduate of the institute.  This served as his room in later years. 

Decorated in school colors, red, white and yellow, the Keydet displays a sprinkling of VMI memorabilia, including a large handmade antique quilt in the Courthouse Steps Pattern, proudly made by Herring ancestors out of VMI dress uniform cape pieces.  It is quite a treasure.

The Keydet boasts an antique high backed walnut bed, original to the Herring family. One is sure to enjoy the comfy memory foam mattress. 

In this cheery room will find a collection of VMI Wedgewood plates, proudly on display, along with a tasteful blend of other family antiques and traditional furnishings. 

The Keydet has a beautiful fireplace, decorative only for now, with the original hand carved mantle. 

The original clawfoot bathtub is still in the private bath of the Keydet, though a shower has been added for guest comfort. 

The Keydet and the adjoining Bright Bovine can be reserved together for a two room suite.