The initial engagement on July 21, 1861 of what would become the First Battle of Bull Run (First Manassas) took place on McLean's farm in Manassas, Virginia. Union Army artillery fired at McLean's house, which was being used as a headquarters for Confederate Brigadier General P. G. T. Beauregard, and a cannonball dropped through the kitchen fireplace.

McLean was a retired major in the Virginia militia, but at 47, he was too old to return to active duty at the outbreak of the Civil War. In the spring of 1863, he and his family moved about 120 miles south to Appomattox County, Virginia, near a dusty, crossroads community called Appomattox Court House.

On April 9, 1865, the war revisited McLean. Confederate General Robert E. Lee was about to surrender to Lieutenant General Ulysses S. Grant. He sent a messenger to Appomattox Court House to find a place to meet. On April 8, 1865, the messenger knocked on McLean's door and requested the use of his home, to which McLean reluctantly agreed. Lee surrendered to Grant in the parlor of McLean's house, effectively ending the Civil War. Later, McLean is supposed to have said "The war began in my front yard and ended in my front parlor."

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$95 nightly

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Property grounds

"Good place to stay "

$104 nightly

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"Outstanding hotel with profound historical sites right down the road."

$110 nightly

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"Makeover of the hotel made quite a nice stay "

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Standard Suite, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

"Very nice place to stay for the cheap cost."

$80 nightly

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Outdoor wedding area

"Longacre is a beautiful property with old world charm. Sitting and sipping tea in its lovely parlor, we felt transported to a bygone era. The rooms were clean and well-maintained, and we had everything we needed for a pleasant stay. "

$100 nightly

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"Nice rooms. Staff a little grumpy. "

$100 nightly

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"Talia and Charles deserve 100 stars. Delightful hosts and excellent breakfasts. Charles magic in the kitchen made for a truly memorable dinner. One of the best experiences we have had in our many travels. Babcock House has our highest recommendation. "

$135 nightly

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