Welcome to The Virginia May~ A Story of Heart, Heritage, and Hospitality

I'm so glad you're here!

For most of my life, I called Edmonton, Alberta, Canada home. Like many Canadians, I often found myself longing for sun-drenched days, sandy beaches, and warm evenings — all with a good margarita in hand. I’ve always been happiest in the summer: biking, BBQing, and spending time near the lake with friends.

In 2020, with the world in flux and change in the air, I made a bold decision. I sold my home in Edmonton and purchased this property on Randle Lane — without ever seeing it in person. It was a leap of faith, but one that felt right. As I neared the end of a 31-year career teaching high school English, I dreamed of a new beginning: opening a bed and breakfast where people could rest, reconnect, and feel at home.

Though I had planned to open by Memorial Day Weekend 2021, delays in construction and rising costs pushed that dream back. I remained in Canada until June of that year, and then made the 2,600-mile move to Texas — arriving exactly one year after the purchase, with plenty still to do.

With persistence, heart, and a lot of elbow grease, I renovated the main house and then turned my attention to the two cottages. By Memorial Day Weekend 2022, they were ready — and The Virginia May opened its doors.

The cottages — The Guest House and The Baby Guest House — are a labor of love, filled with the kind of care, detail, and personal touches that make a place feel like home. The Baby Guest House is a new build, but The Guest House carries history in its bones — one original wall and the flooring were salvaged from a small building that once stood where the garden now blooms.

As for the name? Virginia May was my mom — a true firecracker of a woman. She made the journey from Canada to Texas in 2022 to see her name on the sign. She passed away the following spring at the age of 93, but her warmth, spirit, and resilience are woven into everything you’ll find here.

Whether you’re here for rest, celebration, or a little of both, I hope you feel the love and intention behind this place. Thank you for being part of this dream.

Warmly,
Colleen