Ella Bolling Collins, sister-in-law to George Collins, originally owned the property on which The Collins House was eventually built. Decorated in deep jewel tones, with floral accents, this spacious room is located on the first floor.

George A. Collins purchased the property in 1919 from Ella's children and built the original house. George was a local merchant who, along with his brother Lewis Preston Collins, SR., opened the Collins Brothers Department store in 1898 in downtown Marion. He never married. Soothing, yet elegant, this spacious guest room offers a fully vented gas fireplace.

George also helped to raise his nephew, Lewis Preston Collins II, (L.P.) who went on to become Lieutenant Governor of Virginia. Soothing greens, with subtle floral patterns, exude an earthy calmness in this spacious guest room.

Mary Shields Collins (Mollie) was the sister of George Collins whole lived in the house with George. She never married. When she died, the house became part of a local hospital. Rich butterscotch and deep smoky blue tones create a soothing atmosphere for this large guest room.

Nettie Shaver was one of George's milliners. We don't know the exact relationship, but we know she was a very close family friend. She was with George, who was on a buying trip in New York City, when he died. After Georges death, she returned to the Collins house and resided with Mary. Warm earth tones of brick, taupe, and olive yield a very comfortable and relaxing atmosphere in this guest room.