The Lafayette Inn in Stanardsville, Virginia is said to be haunted by several spirits, including a young boy named Thomas who plays in the basement and enjoys hide-and-seek, and a nameless woman who sometimes appears in Victorian dress. Reports of paranormal activity include disembodied voices, footsteps, doors opening and closing on their own, and objects moving or disappearing. The atmosphere is often described as one of unease, with unexplained cold spots and feelings of being watched. A child spirit, particularly active in the basement, who likes the downstairs bathrooms and plays games. A female spirit who appears as a woman in Victorian clothing and is sometimes seen skipping in the back of the hotel. The Kitchen: Employees have seen figures in uniforms doing dishes, only to find they vanish when the room is re-examined. Room 200: A woman's voice has been heard saying "hello" in this room. Third Floor: A shadow figure has been seen, accompanied by cold chills and a feeling of being told to stay away. The Gun Room: Guests have reported feeling watched and ganged up on in a pitch-black area. Disembodied voices, footsteps, doors opening and closing, and objects being moved or vanishing.