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Avenel

Just forty minutes west of Lynchburg, stately mansion built circa 1838 as manor house for 40-acre plantation. Destinguished guests included General Robert E. Lee and Edgar Allen Poe. Listed in the National Register of Historic Places and Virginia Landmarks Register. Restoration underway. Tours by appointment.Available for private parties/receptions.

Contact+Location

413 Avenel Avenue
Bedford, VA 24523

Local: (540) 586-1814

Additional Information

Website: www.historicavenel.com

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