Accommodations

Eat Well, Sleep Well, Relax and Play:
Bedford has it all

Surrounded by the glory of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Bedford offers adventures in dining, outdoor activities, historical explorations and cultural experiences as well as a wide array of lodging to suit any taste. Getting here is easy — we are between two airports in Roanoke and Lynchburg, Amtrak is just one-half hour away, and we are right off U.S. 460 with nearby Interstate 81 as a main route. If you are traveling the Blue Ridge Parkway, we're milepost 86 at the Peaks of Otter.

From a lodge on the Blue Ridge Parkway to a houseboat on Smith Mountain Lake, the choices are endless. Whether it's a historic inn, mountain cabin or bed and breakfast that reflects the stories of past centuries, modern lodges and hotels, golf resorts, lake houses or condos with all the amenities, or simply a beautiful campsite - take your pick in Bedford.

Upcoming Events

  • Jan 6 - Feb 29 - American Needlepoint Exhibit - Goose Creek Studio is exhibiting work members of the Seven Hill Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild during January and February. A wide variety of needle arts, including cross stitch, crewel, needlepoint and others, is included in the exhibit. The ANG meets monthly to look at members projects and share new ideas. An opening reception with the artists will be held on Sunday, January 15, 2-5pm. The work will be exhibited through the end of February. - Goose Creek Studio, 302 Court Street, Bedford - 540-586-8482 - www.goosecreekstudio.com

  • Jan 25 - Mar 17 - Bower Center for the Arts presents Black & White - Gallery Hours Wed-Sat 11:00am to 4:00pm - A judged theme exhibition of 2-D and 3-D art works based on the use of black and white (and shades of gray). - Bower Center for the Arts, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford - 540-586-4235 - www.bowercenter.org

  • Feb 11 - Star City Sounds and Smith Mountain Lake Harmeneers at Bower Center for the Arts - 7:30pm - Treat your sweetie, a friend or just yourself… champagne, chocolates and beautiful voices… the perfect evening in honor of Valentine’s Day! - Bower Center for the Arts, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford - 540-586-4235 - www.bowercenter.org

  • Mar 24 - National D-Day Memorial presents Run for Hope -5K - 8:30am to 10:00am - Participants must be registered for admittance - National D-Day Memorial, 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford - 540-587-3619 - www.dday.org

These events and more can be found in our event calendar.

 

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