The Woodward

Winner of the Historic Staunton Foundation's 2024 Total Residential Rehabilitation Award! Thoughtfully named after the first family to own it, The Woodward is a historic 1875 Italianate Victorian home located in the small mountain town of Staunton, Virginia. Lovingly restored with period details, The Woodward combines Victorian charm with modern conveniences. The house sleeps 7 guests, and is just a short walk from the vibrant downtown scene featuring theaters, art, music, shopping and unique restaurants. Explore the video tour here and book your stay through Be Still Getaways.

The Restoration Process

We began restoration in 2021 and had many setbacks and changed the plan several times, but we could not be happier with how it turned out.

Before

The house had been sitting vacant for over eight years and needed some love.

2021

We removed English ivy and overgrown plants from the house and carriage house, removed a hazardous concrete walkway, and identified serious structural damage due to a previous roof leak.

2022

The damaged chimney was demolished down to the basement and rebuilt with two new fire boxes. The profile above the roof line was built with reclaimed brick and the brick pattern and style was recreated exactly like the original. The entire brick foundation was also repointed.

2023

Finally ready for cosmetic projects, The Woodward underwent its greatest transformation in 2023. Plaster repair, new porch and deck, new front garden, fresh paint and wallpaper brought the home back to life.

2024

2024 began with carriage house repairs, some electrical updates, and hardwood floor restoration. Then Caroline took over to work her magic on the kitchen and bathrooms.

Now

The Italianate Victorian shines again!