The Claiborne House Inn and Retreat

09/22/2026

A great feature about Rocky Mount and Franklin County, recently published. See what is happening, and pick a day or two to enjoy what adventures await you here.

A few highlights for Fall:
Through October: Downtown Scarecrow Trail, Saturdsy Farmers Market
Oct. 10: Blocktoberfest Sip and Stroll
Oct. 16: Tuba Skinny, Free Friday concert at The Harvester
Oct. 24: Blue Ridge Institute Museum Folklife Festival

Through November: Saturday Farmers Market
Nov. 6: Sam Fribush, Free Friday concert at The Harvester
Nov. 28: Historic Downtown Small Business Saturday Event

Things to Do in Rocky Mount, Virginia: Local Gems & Outdoor Escapes Nestled in Franklin County near the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mounta...

09/15/2026

It is so close!
Rocky Mount Fest is this Saturday.

Join us for a great day of music, food, shopping and more. (We have one room left, if you want to make a weekend!!)

Watch the interview below, with Rocky Mount's Director of Economic Development Daniel Pinard.

https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2026/09/13/rocky-mount-fest-to-host-15-bands-for-events-4th-year-on-sept-19/

09/13/2026

Rocky Mount Fest is less than a week away!

Are you making plans to attend Rocky Mount's biggest festival day, filled with great music, fabulous food and creative vendors?

If you want to make a weekend of event, we have just a couple rooms left to book. And we are just a few steps from ALL the festivities. Grab a room, while they're hot! 🔥

www.theclaibornehouse.com

08/19/2026

We have a wonderfully talented local photographer in Rocky Mount. Beth stopped by last week, in the incredible heat, and took some glorious shots of our garden. She shared a few on her page, but I know there are more beautiful shots that I'll share later. Come see us, and enjoy the gardens while they shine this summer and fall.

08/09/2026

Have you heard?
Rocky Mount Fest is just a month away!

Are you planning to attend the biggest event in Franklin County of the year?

Kick off your fall travel plans with a weekend of great music, fabulous food in downtown Rocky Mount, and convenient and beautiful accommodations at The Claiborne House Inn and Retreat.

08/08/2026

Local?
Booked at the Inn, the book club of The Claiborne House Inn, is sponsoring an in person author meet and greet with local author, Betsy Henny. Join us on Tuesday, August 11, at 7:00 pm, at Read Between the Wines book store. All are welcome.

Our book club is growing - come by and learn more about our monthly meet-ups, meet Betsy, hear the stories behind her books, and see what is new at our local book store.

For more infornation, call 540.814.8690.

08/08/2026

Just announced!

Pure Prairie League at the Harvester Performance Center, October 18.

Grab your tickets below, then book your room with us for after-concert relaxation and a full breakfast in the morning.

https://www.tixr.com/groups/harvester/events/pure-prairie-league-199186?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=Pure%20Prairie%20League%202026&fbclid=IwdGRjcATkUwRwZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtATAAYWRpZAGrN3sbSC2rc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMzUwNjg1NTMxNzI4AAEefBZLNeE0qTFdkKAFqx1TXPopw2t0NK5e9SlCtxsXx6jYWyJvFtDBrtw1v74_aem_EGdRgCuvKlmMIyQgecKi-A&utm_id=120250816423910315_v2_s07_e7727&utm_content=120250816423920315&utm_term=120250816423910315

Get your Pure Prairie League Tickets at The Harvester Performance Center in Rocky Mount by The Harvester from Tixr.

08/01/2026

Did you know that the Inn has a book club that meets once a month?

Meet Booked at the Inn Book Club.

If you are local and love to read and meet other readers, join us in August for a meet and greet with our group AND local author visit with Betsy Henny.

We normally meet at the Inn, but the August 11 meeting will be held at Read Between the Wines Book Store, in Union Hall, at 7:00 pm.

It will be a fun evening of exploring books, meeting Betsy and hearing her wonderful stories, and finding your reading cohorts.

Hope to see you there. See pics below for details.

07/21/2026

Summer is in full swing here in Rocky Mount! There is a little secret that I need to share that is not only open during the summer, but until Christmas season too.

Have you ever taken a stroll through the Rocky Mount Farmers Market? If not, you have missed a treat and a wonderful opprtunity to find fresh local produce, flowers, baked goods, crafts, meet local farmers and artisans and enjoy some open air music.

It is located in the Downtown Historic District, across from The Harvester.
Open Saturday mornings.

If you are staying with us, be sure to visit rhis downtown gem, just a short walk from the inn's front porch. Be certain that you'll find some wonderful delights from the market on our breakfast table too!

07/10/2026

Join us in welcoming Megan Palmer (with that fabulous red hair), new owner of The Whole Bean Coffeehouse, in the downtown historic district of Rocky Mount. We love partnering with this wonderful coffee shop and cafe! Megan has lots of great new plans to expand the hours and offerings. I love to refer our guests to The Whole Bean, especially since it's just a few steps from our front porch.

Stop by and meet this sweet lady today or tomorrow, because after this weekend, the shop will be closed for a few weeks for a refresh and update. We can't wait to see the new reveal in August!