Maybe you are a Civil War buff wanting to visit the sites where countless American soldiers fought and died, or perhaps you just love being immersed in American history wherever you stay. A visit to these bed and breakfasts will encourage your sense of patriotism and you'll experience history as close to the source as possible.

If your planning a trip to Gettysburg National Park, The Carlisle House is an ideal home base. The historic inn dates back to the early 19th century and is located in the historic district of Carlisle, Pennsylvania, where many of the buildings were built either in the Civil or Revolutionary War eras. Guest rooms at this Pennsylvania bed and breakfast are decorated with antiques in period style. Several guest rooms have a whirlpool tub. Explore the local historic district, visit Gettysburg or perhaps enjoy a trip to Amish Country in Lancaster County.

At the Berry Patch Inn guests enjoy close access to historic sites as well as peaceful setting, surrounded by ten country acres just outside of Lebanon, Pennsylvania. Each of the guest rooms has its own fireplace and several also have a whirlpool tub. This Pennsylvania bed and breakfast is a short drive from Gettysburg National Park, and is a five-minute drive from Fort Indiantown Gap.

History abounds at and around Washington Plantation. This historic Greek Revival mansion once housed both Confederate and Union soldiers, and the papers that ended the Confederacy were singed only a quarter mile from the inn. The plantation is located in Washington, Georgia, which is noted as the one town Sherman didn't burn on his way to Savannah. The inn is decorated with period antiques and reproductions, truly transporting guests back in time. The plantation's seven acres include a rose garden and koi pond.

Battle Altoona Pass occured on the grounds of the Lake Altonona Inn in Cartersville, Georgia. The battle was an important Union victory, as the Confederates were attempting to cut off a railroad supply route from General Sherman. Aside from this bit of Civil War history, the inn itself dates back to the late 19th century and is part of an estate that was purchased in the 1700s. The inn's wrap-around verandas beckon to guests, encouraging them to relax and enjoy the view of the Lake Altoona marina and Redtop Mountain State Park. Less than an hour from Atlanta, this bed and breakfast offers close acces to many area attractions.

The Jacob Rohrbach Inn in Sharpsburg, Maryland, is surrounded by the Antietem battlefield and was used as a hospital to care for the wounded soldiers. The house was damaged by artillery fire during the battle of Antietem, along with many area buildings that still show their scars. This Civil War battlefield is the most preserved of all the battlefields. Bicycles are available to explore the areas parks and countryside.