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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"The house was very clean and comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay there, everything worked well and we very much appreciated the coffee station"

SAR 1,191 total

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30 Apr - 1 May

"Place was great. Had all we needed."

SAR 539 total

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6 May - 7 May

"We stayed here during CFAW at Liberty University! The house was a great place to land at the end of each day! We really only slept here. The mattress, the pillows, the sheets, the duvets all very comfortable! "

"This mid-century modern home is aspacious and inviting gem in a much desired part of Lynchburg."

SAR 1,811 total

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4 May - 5 May

3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

"House was beautifully decorated, clean and had everything we needed! Perfect location to downtown and plenty of room for 8 of us. Property manager was VERY responsive! Would absolutely visit again! Thank you ❤️"

SAR 968 total

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30 Apr - 1 May

1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

"It was a pleasure staying in this quaint and clean spot. Especially enjoyed the luxury of having the kitchen space!"

SAR 2,218 total

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10 May - 11 May

"Wonderful location for a holiday get together. "

SAR 1,811 total

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13 May - 14 May

"I stayed here with 4 families and 19 total people and this was a great property. The pavilion area and church space were great for us all to sit and catch up."

"Great place to stay. Beautifully decorated and comfortable. The host explained everything made checking in and out easy will absolutely book again."

"This was our first time using Vrbo and we were all very pleased. The house was very clean and in a very nice neighborhood. We would definitely stay here again."

"We absolutely loved staying here while visiting our daughter in spring break and would for sure stay here again!"

SAR 1,178 total

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30 Apr - 1 May

"The property was very clean and spacious. "

"I had a wonderful stay! Definitely would come back. "

SAR 827 total

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5 May - 6 May

"The place was very nice. Clean and good communication. Would recommend and stay again."

"Our family of 8 stayed comfortably in this home that was very clean and well equipped. The neighborhood was quiet at all hours, and the owner was fast to respond to questions and let us check in early. Would stay again!"

"The house is immaculate, decorated beautifully, beds were very comfortable and it was super clean. Definitely would stay again!!"

"We stayed at this property so we could watch our daughter at an event at Liberty University. It was a quick drive there or to restaurants and shopping. The host was great! Our group consisted of adults, teens, and toddlers. We all enjoyed the house. The bunk room is fantastic for children. The hot tub was great on a chilly day. The host took care of our every need! "

"This property was very nice and very Clean! The coffee options that were provided were very nice As well. The place was very comfortable and had a beautiful shower!"

SAR 532 total

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30 Apr - 1 May

"We enjoyed our time in Lynchburg and had a great stay. The beds were comfortable, and there was no noise from the downstairs tenants as mentioned in another review. Overall great stay. "

SAR 912 total

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5 May - 6 May

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"Great place to stay. Beautifully decorated and comfortable. The host explained everything made checking in and out easy will absolutely book again."

1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

"Very nice accommodations"

SAR 471 total

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5 May - 6 May

"The hosts were terrific and had information binder about dining and other helpful place to go and visit in area. Very good communication and taking care of details during our stay. Checkout and stay information was specific and thorough. Last but not least there dog was very cute, fun, and playful."

SAR 620 total

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5 May - 6 May