Belle Grove Plantation, the birthplace of President James Madison, located in King George County Virginia, is now the home of Belle Grove Plantation Bed & Breakfast. Our Historic Landmark was established in 1670 on the banks of the Rappahannock River. Belle Grove’s stately, historic mansion has four Master Suites with private baths and views of the river and plantation. Each room is named after families that owned Belle Grove Plantation through its history, and each is decorated in period antiques to reflect the period that family lived at Belle Grove. Gourmet Breakfasts and Delightful Four-Course Dinners await you in our formal dining room or on the riverside balcony.
Built in 1791, this Mansion offers the charm of days gone by. Here you will find the elegant wedding of your dreams or a peaceful retreat for corporate and social gatherings. With historic and local attractions within easy drives and award winning vineyards just around the corner, Belle Grove Plantation makes a great place to come home to after a day of adventure.
Just 90 minutes from Washington DC or Baltimore, 50 minutes from Richmond and less than a half hour from Fredericksburg, Belle Grove Plantation is a hidden jewel of the Northern Neck.
We invite you to come, sit back, relax and allow us to show you what true Southern Hospitality is really like.
Click Here to Book Your Overnight ReservationNEW Tour Hours
April to November: Open Wednesday to Sunday from 1pm to 4pm (Last tour starts at 3pm) Closed Monday, Tuesday, Holidays and Days with Events. To be sure we are open, please check our Tour Closures on our Tour page or our Home page.
December – Open 7 Days a Week 11am to 4pm for our Holiday House. No Reservation Required for Tour. Dickens of a Time Tea and Tour Requires a Reservation. This can be made by visiting our Calendar page.
Belle Grove Plantation Mansion and Grounds Tours will be closed in for the following dates due to Private Events or Holidays.
July 11th – Closed for Private Event
August 14th – Private Event
September 12th – Spirits Festival – Tours are available but will be required to purchase Festival Ticket and Tour Ticket.
October 3rd – Red White and Bluegrass Festival – Tours are available but will be required to purchase Festival Ticket and Tour Ticket.
October 9th to 11th – Sage Paracon
October 16th to October 31st – Haunted House
Belle Grove Plantation will reopen on the next normal tour date.
Festivals Online Auction!
Starting Sunday, July 19th at 12:00am est to Sunday, August 16th at 6:00pm est
Bid on incredible items while making a difference!
The James Madison Belle Grove Foundation’s Festivals Online Auction features unique experiences, vacation packages, gift certificates, artwork, handcrafted treasures, local products, and so much more—all generously donated by businesses, artists, and supporters who believe in preserving history.
Every winning bid helps fund our annual Spirits Festival and Red, White & Bluegrass Festival, with proceeds also supporting the Foundation’s Land of Promise Project, our mission to preserve and protect Belle Grove Plantation—the 1791 birthplace of President James Madison—for future generations.
Thank you for supporting local businesses, our community, and an important piece of American history.
Bid often. Bid generously. Help us preserve history—one bid at a time!
Special Thank you to our Sponsors and Donors!
Featured Sponsor
Local Services LLC
Gold Sponsor
Visit King George
https://www.visitkinggeorge.com/
Bronze Sponsors
Country Rose Creations-Artistry in Wood
https://www.facebook.com/secondtimearoundvintagefurnitureandcrafts
Fredericksburg Paranormal Research and Investigations
https://www.facebook.com/Fpriteam
Pawtriot Dog Training
https://www.pawtriotdogtraining.com/
The Pirate Empire
http://www.thepirateempire.com/index.html
Haunted Nights Paranormal Events
https://twistedparanormalsociety.com/
Annemarie Landry
Barbara Anderson
The Haunted Photographer
https://www.facebook.com/the.haunted.photographer
Donors
Pagan Meri
Fairy Afternoon Tea at Belle Grove Plantation
Saturday, July 25th at 1:00 PM
August 2026
Beyond the Veil: Paranormal Intuitive Workshop & Investigation
With Medium Kim Sage
August 1, 2026
10th Annual Spirits Festival
Celebrating the 250th Anniversary
Hosted by the James Madison Belle Grove Foundation
Saturday, September 12th
12pm-6pm
Be a Spirits Festival Sponsor!
Sponsor the Spirits Festival, get great exposure for your business and help the James Madison Belle Grove Foundation bring this exciting event to the community. Wine, Distilled Spirits, Craft Beer, Specialty Vendors, Live Music with Double Down with Special Guests MC John Monforto, James Madison and Captain Jack.
1st Annual Red, White and Bluegrass Festival
Celebrating the 250th Anniversary
Hosted by the James Madison Belle Grove Foundation
Saturday, October 3rd
12pm-6pm
Be a Red, White and Bluegrass Sponsor!
Sponsor the Red, White and Bluegrass, get great exposure for your business and help the James Madison Belle Grove Foundation bring this exciting event to the community. Wine, Distilled Spirits, Craft Beer, Specialty Vendors, Live Music with Flat Branch Bluegrass Band.
Haunted Pirates of Port Royal: Curse of the Governor’s Mansion
October 17th – November 1st
Monday – Thursday: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Friday – Sunday: 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Beyond the Veil: Paranormal Intuitive Workshop & Investigation
With Medium Kim Sage
November 21 , 2026
