Everything about our stay at the John Penrose Virden House was wonderful: the elegantly decorated, Victorian house; delicious breakfast and other treats; comfortable bed; and warm hosts. The Edwardses have truly mastered the art of hospitality.

My husband and I would highly and without reservation recommend The John Penrose Virden House! A charming, cozy, and beautifully appointed Victorian home, with a delightful garden, The John Penrose Virden House is perhaps the finest bed and breakfast experience we have ever enjoyed. Ruth and Jim, the innkeepers, are a delightful, hospitable couple and attentive to your every need.... More

Recently my girlfriend and I and another couple visited Lewes to experience the annual house tours and Christmas parade. We found out the Virden House is a beautiful mixture of history and charm. The couple running the B&B couldn't have made us feel more at home. The room was well appointed(suite on 3rd floor) and breakfast was amazing. We will... More

I highly, highly, highly recommend The John Penrose Virden House for an elegant, romantic, and dashing bed and breakfast getaway. My girlfriend and I visited for our second time this past weekend, and, once again, the amiable, fun-spirited, engaging innkeepers, Ruth and Jim, did not disappoint. As well, they accommodate traditional, vegan, and vegetarian palates by request. Smart about the... More

Went to Lewes for our anniversary and the stay at the Virden House was truly amazing. The York cottage was more than we could have imagined. The overall hospitality of Ruth and Jim was such a pleasant experience. From the welcoming cheese to the gourmet breakfast the food was wonderful. The location also was amazing. We were really surprised at... More

Spent a pleasant night here in the off season. Great old house filled with interesting antiques. The hosts were very pleasant and attentive and the breakfast was good. Lots of space in the beautifully appointed common rooms for reading, relaxing & etcetera. Wifi didn't really work in our room, on the third floor, but was available elsewhere. Bathroom was very... More

My wife and I stayed 3 nights over the Labor Day weekend. This was a great location for the beaches at Rehoboth, Delaware Bay, costal parks and the ferry to Cape May. There are many great restaurants within walking distance. Owner/operators Jim and Ruth serve what can only be called a gourmet breakfast. Breakfast carried us until an early dinner... More

My husband and I received a night at Virden House B&B for Christmas, what a wonderful and memorable gift/experience. Lewes is a cool little town and Jim and Ruth (owners of the B&B) are terrific host. Breakfast is incredible. Highly recommend, we can't wait to come back.

My daughter and I discovered the Virden House B&B through the Washingtonian Magazine and just keep coming back. The service is impeccable--from the friendly and welcoming greeting to leaving with a memory photo taken in the swing on their fabulous front porch. Every morning starts with one of Ruth's gourmet, 3-course breakfasts served by Jim on the porch. They are... More