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The Inn at Little Washington in Washington, Virginia has always been noted in the first ten years of small hotels. There is no sign to point you in the right direction, but when you see the white building with flags flying, you'll know you've arrived at the hostel. A stately Dalmatian with a pearl necklace around her neck greet you as a member of staff will take your luggage with you leading a small niche for cooling cookies and herbal tea.

The smiling face in the portrait of Brillat Savarin, from the 18th century, hangs above the fireplace seemed to approve. Through the gates in French is a lovely courtyard with tables beautifully set with crystal and silver which gives you an indication of what is to come. The superb collection of art and antiques, flowers everywhere, sumptuous fabrics and wall coverings tease the eye.

The delightful little inn, established in 1978, was the creation of Patrick O'Connell and Reinhardt Lynch's partner. Just to reassure this quality Inn, it was the first company to receive five stars for their accommodation and five stars for his restaurant Mobil Travel Guide. AAA awarded the Inn's highest rating, the 5 Diamond award for both lodging and meals. It is the first Inn to receive this award from AAA.

London and the brilliant scene designer, Joyce Evans has created 15 beautiful rooms and suites, never come to America. Almost all the furniture where they are purchased in England. She then had each item and shipped at the hostel. Once at the inn, they were set up as a giant puzzle. The suites are on two floors with balcony overlooking the beautiful garden.

Recently, they added the House of Mayors. This beautiful home has a private courtyard, two fireplaces and the room has a beamed ceiling. The Inn adds the right button to add the magic of the place. Huge bouquets of flowers will fill a closet in the play area in one room. Or sofa will be covered by fabric canopy exotic colors. Each room is unique and beautiful in every detail.

It's like a dream when you enter the dining room. Absolutely pure luxury awaits you. Each picture is very romantic with shade pink silk in a general floating. Reinhardt Lynch is the host and he keeps a watchful eye as dazzling creations Patrick arrives at the 30 tables comfortable. If you can believe it, each surpassing the previous course. The sommelier will marry a wine with your meal ordered from the wine cellar containing over 14,000 bottles of wine. The Herald Tribune called it a restaurant top ten restaurants in the world.

Craig Claiborne has honored the inn with the best in the world rankings. Patrick, while classically French trained, believes in healthy meals and imaginative or as he says, "today's kitchen." For the past 14 years, the Zagat survey noted that the number one in all categories.

The Inn has installed a new kitchen in 1998 and many refer to him as the finest cuisine in the world. There is a huge range Vulcan which was built to order in France topped by a huge brass hood. They even have two tables in the kitchen they called the holy of holies where guests can watch the action.

The service at the inn with impeccable service and an eye to detail. Travel & Leisure readers still rates as the best in the world. You can share breakfast in the sunny terrace in the garden or have it sent to your room. A wonderful touch is that the staff will pack a picnic, you are exquisite and the map on a scenic drive through the countryside where you can see some of the most beautiful scenery in the country. Be sure to return in time for the a.