Lodging Near FASTC
Stay in historic Blackstone during your training visit
Visiting the Foreign Affairs Security Training Center for an authorized course or work assignment? Grey Swan Inn offers private guest accommodations in Blackstone, Virginia, with the comforts of a historic home. We welcome government travelers, instructors, contractors and other professionals visiting the area.
What is FASTC?
The Foreign Affairs Security Training Center is operated by the U.S. Department of State’s Diplomatic Security Service in Blackstone. In its August 11, 2023 statement, the Department reported roughly 10,000 students annually and more than 150 courses. These are the figures reported at that time, rather than a current enrollment count.
A comfortable place to return to
At 615 South Main Street, Grey Swan offers six guest rooms with private bathrooms, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, free on-site parking and heating and air conditioning. Complimentary breakfast is included. Shared parlors and the wraparound porch offer places to unwind between commitments.
Plan a longer training stay
Weekly and monthly rates are available. Call (434) 264-1806 with your dates to discuss availability and terms. For colleagues traveling together, ask about multiple rooms or a whole-inn reservation, subject to occupancy limits and availability. Before making a personal reservation for official travel, confirm your course’s lodging instructions and your organization’s authorization requirements. Your training coordinator is the source for reporting locations, transportation and facility access instructions.
Make time for Blackstone
Explore local attractions between training days, or read our business and extended-stay guide. If your assignment also involves the installation, see our Fort Pickett and Fort Barfoot lodging guide.
Explore our rooms | Ask about your training dates
Grey Swan Inn is independently owned and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. military, FASTC, Fort Pickett (formerly Fort Barfoot), Blackstone Army Airfield, Platform Aerospace, or other organizations mentioned here.
FASTC lodging questions
Grey Swan Inn offers independent guest lodging in Blackstone. Confirm that a direct reservation suits your course and official travel arrangements before booking.
No. Grey Swan is independently owned and is not affiliated with or endorsed by FASTC or the Department of State.
Yes. Contact the inn for rates and room availability for your training dates.
No. Training enrollment, reporting instructions and facility access must be arranged through the appropriate training or agency contact.
Ask us about multiple-room reservations. The whole property accommodates up to 12 guests, subject to room limits and availability.
Guests receive complimentary Wi-Fi, on-site parking and breakfast. Browse individual rooms for their layouts.