The Omni Homestead Resort
Hot Springs, United States
1766 Homestead Drive, Hot Springs, United States, 24445
Original Property Opened in 1766
Historic Hotels Worldwide member since 1989
The Omni Homestead Resort has been delighting vacationers – including 24 U.S. presidents – for over 250 years. Originally a log cabin hotel built by the Bullitt family in 1766 near the natural mineral springs of the Virginia mountains, The Omni Homestead Resort rose swiftly to renown as a luxurious American retreat. By 1818, former President Thomas Jefferson called the red-brick structure and its surrounds one of best places to vacation in the whole country. In 1943, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt called for a United Nations Conference on Food and Agriculture to be held at the resort, and in 1967 The Omni Homestead Resort hosted the U.S. Women’s Open.
The Omni Homestead Resort, a National Historic Landmark, proudly stewards this distinguished past and the historic character of the Allegheny Mountain destination. The restored bathhouses, iconic Great Hall, and the longstanding traditions woven into daily resort life all provide guests with a chance to experience history firsthand. Sporting a two-acre water park, a world-class spa, and top-ranked golf courses, The Omni Homestead Resort also encourages guests to immerse themselves in adventure and relaxation, no matter the season.
Discover
- Witness the grandeur of the iconic red-brick tower of The Omni Homestead Resort set against the verdant landscapes of the Allegheny Mountains. This soaring Colonial Revival structure was designed by architect Charles D. Wetmore in 1929 and has served as the resort’s most recognizable feature ever since.
- Discover the Great Hall, the resort’s grand lobby area dotted with intimate seating areas and fireplaces and accented by the stately columns. Pay close attention to the details in the custom carpet where visitors will find charming depictions of ladybugs and more woven into the fabric.
- Look towards the horizon and gaze upon the captivating beauty of George Washington and Jefferson National Forest. The Allegheny Mountains surrounding The Omni Homestead Resort are part of the larger Appalachian Mountain chain. The National Forest area extends for more than 1.8 million square acres through Virginia towards West Virginia and Kentucky.
Explore
- Adventure into the beauty of the Virginia mountainside in any season. Hike to Falling Spring, one of the largest falls in Virginia, once described by Thomas Jefferson as a “remarkable cascade.” Or join a tour, arranged by the resort’s activity coordinators, to the breathtaking Cascades Gorge and learn about the area’s flora and fauna.
- Explore The Omni Homestead Resort grounds in style. Float down the lazy river at the resort, ride on a historic horse drawn carriage, or saddle up and discover the natural wonders of the historic Virginia estate on horseback.
- Learn more about the history and handiwork of Allegheny crafts. The nearly Alleghany Highlands Arts & Crafts center stewards the region’s long traditions of quilting, jewelry-making, fiber arts, woodworking, and more. Or stroll the Barn Quilt Trail and see more than 50 exquisitely painted barn quilts, watch a local craftsman work with antique tools, and experience life on a working farm, all within about an hour’s drive from the resort.
Experience
- Join in the longstanding traditions that are part of daily resort life at The Omni Homestead Resort. Enjoy a timeless evening of elegance while dining and dancing at the resort’s American Audubon Dining Room. Take on the sport of falconry, a regal tradition that stretches back nearly 4,000 years, at Omni Homestead Resort’s Mews. Or try target shooting with The Shooting Club. Since 1933, The Shooting Club has been a highly sought after activity at The Omni Homestead, appealing to beginners and avid sportsmen alike.
- Experience the music in the mountains. Long folk traditions and world-class chamber music grace the Allegheny Mountain region. Enjoy live piano music offered regularly at the resort and listen for the tune “Welcome to My Homestead,” a piece written and performed by David Hill for The Omni Homestead Resort. Or visit the lively community at Garth Newel, a local chamber music venue supporting the arts in the heart of Bath County.
- Travel the region by water and see the amazing cliffs and mountain views from below. Paddle the beautiful Jackson River by kayak on a seasonal tour offered by The Omni Homestead Resort.
Taste
- Savor craft beers made by Virginia brewers, taste the Commonwealth’s viticulture in a wine flight, or take the lead of Bourbon aficionados at The Omni Homestead Resort’s restaurants and lounges. The Omni Homestead Resort partners with regional distiller Smooth Ambler Spirits, and guests are invited to visit the craft distillery to see how they make their products by hand, from grinding the regional grains or labeling and signing each bottle. Located near the resort’s grand American Audubon Dining Room, the Virginia Wine Experience focuses solely on the wines of the Commonwealth and offers ongoing special events, educational seminars, and tastings.
- Taste handmade seasonal sweets. The resort’s pastry chefs create delicious confections like sugared donuts, sticky spiced pumpkin bread, and gilded marble bonbons. Maple syrup is on tap just north of the resort in Highland County. Duff’s Sugar House is a small, family-run, old-time sugar house where the trees are still “opened” by hand and the sugar water collected in buckets.
- Try the Allegheny Mountain Trout, locally sourced and accented with almonds, haricots verts, and macerated grapes. This regional dish remains one of the most popular dishes at the resort.
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