THE BLACK HORSE INN
8393 Meetze Road
Warrenton, Virginia 20187

Innkeeper: Lynn Pirozzoli

Direct Line: 1-540-349-4020
Fax: 1-540-349-4242
E-mail: blackhrs@citizen.infi.net

The Black Horse Inn is a beautifully refurbished Civil War-era estate, set on over twenty acres in the midst of rolling Virginia countryside. Seven rooms, each with private bath, have been tastefully furnished with period antiques and are luxuriously appointed.

The Black Horse Inn provides a soothing country respite for nearby Washington, D.C. residents, and a comfortable and convenient base for visitors to the area. Set in the heart of Virginia's finest horse country, Warrenton has many attractions within an easy drive, including:


  • Virginia's nationally recognized vineyards, with a well-marked "Wine Tour" route.
  • Antique shops and seasonal antiques shows.
  • Civil War sites and battlefields, including Manassas and Balls Bluff.
  • Many historic and charming towns, such as Middleburg, Fredericksburg, and Leesburg.
  • Point-to-point racing in the spring and fall; polo matches in the summer.
  • The Skyline Drive, with its spectacular fall foliage.
  • Washington D.C.'s cultural riches - from the Smithsonian Museum to the Kennedy Center.
  • Special seasonal events, such as country fairs, aviation shows and horse farm tours.
  • Hiking in the Blue Ridge Mountains on the Appalachian Trail.

    • In addition to attractions, the area offers an array of recreational opportunities, including golfing, tennis, hot air ballooning, hiking, fox hunting, horse shows, and fishing/rafting/canoeing on the beautiful Shenandoah and Rappahanock Rivers. The Inn also offers riding on horses from its hunter barn to guests who are experienced riders.

    There are many wonderful area restaurants from which to choose, including The Inn at Little Washington, a Five Star establishment which is nationally recognized for its fine dining and superb wine list.


    Many guests enjoy simply relaxing in the Inn's comfortable rooms and public areas, or strolling the grounds. Wildlife abounds, and white tailed deer and red fox can be spotted in the fields.

    The lovely boxwood garden, with its white gazebo, offers a serene setting for afternoon tea or a pre-dinner cocktail. Or choose the library, or one of the Inn's comfortable porches.

    Tempting breakfasts are served in the main dining room, or on the sunny dining porch, and afternoon tea and sherry are provided. The library is stocked with an eclectic assortment of reading material and many classic films on video.

    Owner and host Lynn Pirozzoli aims to make each guest's stay a memorable one, and individual attention is given to special requests.

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