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The Miss Kate Arnold Room

Room 306

In 1901, at the age of 22, Miss Kate Arnold, daughter of Thomas T. and Minnie B. Arnold, came to Sheridan from Rappahannock, King George County, Virginia. She started working at the Sheridan Inn that same year as a seamstress for the Canfields and the Inn. During the following 64 years, she also worked as desk clerk, housekeeper, hostess and sitter for the many children who stayed at the Inn with their families. By 1909, she had moved into the Inn, where she remained for nearly six decades.

miss-kate-picShe became a symbol of love and caring for not only the Inn but for the many families and children that stayed there. Miss Kate, as everyone knew her, had a garden in the back of the Inn and raised flowers to have fresh flowers on the dining room tables every day. Many residents of Sheridan today remember taking Miss Kate for a ride in the country in her later years to gather flowers for the tables.

Miss Kate will long be remembered as one of the Inn’s most devoted residents. She was the self-appointed night watchman of the Inn, taking it upon herself to be sure that all candles had been extinguished and everyone was safe in their rooms before she went to bed each night. She saw many changes to the Inn, and worked for several different owners. Despite changes in management and tough times for the Inn, she always had a job at the Inn. She left the Inn in 1965 because it was to be torn down.

Before she passed away in 1968, Miss Kate had made it known that she wanted her ashes returned to the Inn. Following a private service in Miss Kate’s room on the third floor, her ashes were placed in a wall by a long-time friend. The exact location remains unknown today. It is said that Miss Kate is the guardian of the Inn. Her watchful presence is felt on a daily basis. Those who have spent many hours at the Inn have grown to love Miss Kate today as did everyone those many years ago.

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    The Miss Kate Arnold room features 2 Queen size beds, a single lavatory, & tub with hand shower.
    All rooms have wired and wireless internet & individual heat/ac.

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    • 5 star review  Although at first disappointed with the location (at a busy intersection across from the RR), it was not an issue. Actually, the location turned out to be a plus - we were able to walk everywhere. The hotel was great - room was lovely and spacious; beautiful bathroom, bed very comfortable. Breakfast was adequate; nicely presented. Unfortunately, the restaurant was closed (advertising needs to be updated to reflect this). Overall, we really enjoyed our stay there.

      thumb Paula Boyar
    • 5 star review  The hotel was wonderful and the staff was so helpful. I could not believe the great condition of the old historic hotel. I had a great time in my stay at the hotel and could not have ask for any better get away.

      thumb Ray Meldrum
    • 5 star review  This place is well worth a visit. Rooms are nice, clean, and just modern enough. ( No USB ports, but several plugs available.) Trains run by frequently, but they are not blowing the horns. You barely notice them. Lots of history here and the staff is top notch. Make sure to enjoy the front porch some, you won't regret it.

      thumb Billy Conley
    • 5 star review  I can't begin to say enough about the staff at the hotel. They went way above and beyond for me during my stay. They even came in an hour early every morning to prepare breakfast for just me and a colleague during our stay because we had to be at work by 6 am. And the rooms are exquisitely renovated. It has an old time charm that you just have to experience. Can't wait to come back. Just wish the bar was operational.

      thumb Harold Nicholas
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