The Manor House at BDR Farm
- Jun 1
- 2 min read
Stay in the Heart of a Working Virginia Cattle Farm
The Manor House at BDR Farm offers guests a chance to stay right in the middle of a real working cattle farm, surrounded by Wallace Gap cattle on all sides. Whether you are planning a quiet weekend, a family reunion, or a small wedding gathering, the traditional farmhouse provides a peaceful country setting with ample room to relax.
The Historic Farmhouse in the Blue Ridge
The Manor House is a spacious 1896 farmhouse near Madison, Virginia, more specifically, Wolftown, Virginia, carefully restored for modern comfort while keeping its historic character. Set on more than 300 acres of pasture and mountain views, both the home and the farm are Lovelace-family owned and operated, giving guests an authentic farm experience.
Life on a Working Cattle Farm
During your stay, you may see Black Angus cattle grazing in the fields, along with their two guardian donkeys. Request animal snacks during your stay and the Manor House team will provide you with carrots to hand-feed the donkeys. It is also common to spot farm manager Dylan Jarrell tending to the herd. Guests often enjoy watching the daily routine of the farm from the porch or patio, including cattle feedings, cattle check-ins, sighting new calves, moving the herd, and more!
Deep Roots in Wallace Gap
Wallace Gap beef traces its roots back to 1735, when the land was part of a 5,000-acre grant to the Wallace family. The Lovelace family purchased the property in 2003 and later expanded by acquiring The Manor House at BDR Farm to support the growing herd. The Lovelace family now enjoys gathering up their four generations back at the farm to enjoy time together.
Thoughtful Renovations to The Manor House at BDR Farm
After purchasing the farmhouse in 2018, Scott Lovelace spent nearly five years restoring the home. Historic details were preserved while major updates, including a reinforced foundation, new HVAC, thermal windows, and a stone patio, prepared the house for guests today. And best of all, you can look out the windows and see Wallace Gap cattle grazing in the pastures.
