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The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Fredericksburg with free breakfast

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Sawyer Scott Room | In-room dining
Front of property
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard Area | Terrace/patio
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard Area
Sawyer Scott Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$346
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

Explore the area

Map
711 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401
  • Fredericksburg Presbyterian Church
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Manassas, VA (MNZ-Manassas Regional)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

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Sawyer Scott Room

Sawyer Scott Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Separate bath and shower
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard Area

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Basic Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Fredericksburg

The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House places you in the centre of Fredericksburg, within a short 5-minute stroll of Fredericksburg Presbyterian Church and Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center. Highlights at this B&B include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas and a garden. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area. Free full breakfast is available daily between 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 4-property class Fredericksburg B&B include Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop and James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library.
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What's nearby

  • Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center - 4 min walk
  • University of Mary Washington - 15 min walk
  • Mary Washington Hospital - 4 min drive
  • Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center - 7 min drive
  • Central Park Fun Land - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Fredericksburg Station - 4 min walk
  • Manassas, VA (MNZ-Manassas Regional) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Benny Vitali's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Brock's Riverside Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Happy Endings - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Agora Downtown - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sedona Taphouse - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House

Bed & breakfast in Fredericksburg with free breakfast
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House also features a garden and coffee/tea in common area. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Fredericksburg bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bathrobes and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 15-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 15-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Located at the Richard Johnston Inn or in the late arrival box.]
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 200.0 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Richard Johnston Inn 1890 Caroline House Fredericksburg
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Richard Johnston 1890 Carolin
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House?

The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House?

As of 23 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House on 9 Mar 2025 start from AU$346.47, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House?

Yep, The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House has a free self car park.

Does The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary full brekkie is available daily between 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House?

No, The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place in a great town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The food at breakfast could have been better but did not change our overall opinion of the experience, which was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick, Chicago

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the location is ideal - step outside and your in the middle of Old Fredericksburg.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Rex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place was actually pretty great, but read more carefully than we did as our private bath was across the hall from our room.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is wonderful and incredibly proactive. The room is comfortable and the area is awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wasn’t happy with the bathroom being across the hall instead of connected to the room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheik

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Richard Johnston Inn is a historic inn with loads of charm. We stayed in the Virginian room, furnished with antiques and modern amenities, alike. The Inn is supposed to be haunted but we felt no ghostly presence! Rather, the warm welcome from the super friendly and efficient staff, plus the delicious, freshly cooked breakfast, made us feel completely at home. Highly recommended for a short getaway or as a base for exploring the surrounding area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liz provided wonderful host services and we felt very taken care of. Check in was a breeze and parking was convenient. This is an excellent location in downtown Fredericksburg and you can walk to everything. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the cutest boutique hotel! In the Middle of the best part of Fredericksburg. The staff were oh so welcoming, a very nice compliment to The charming facility. We are like stay here again hands down over a more ‘contemporary’ stay in a chain elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint historic house only problem was the air conditioning was too loud, but it was over 95 degrees. So better loud and cool than sweaty and hot. Pillows uncomfortable. Nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved it!
We stayed here because of a family wedding....and we LOVED it! Such a wonderful to stay in downtown Fredericksburg. The hospitality, the room, the decor, the snacks and food...all.of it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inn keeper and all other staff with whom we interacted were friendly, helpful, and efficient. They accommodated our slightly early arrival and late departure, which made our trip extra relaxing. The bed was super comfortable and all areas of the inn were clean, tidy, and welcoming. We enjoyed relaxing indoors, both in our room and in the public areas inside the inn, and out on the patio. The breakfasts and snacks were good. The location of the inn is excellent and easy walking distance to multiple shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

scott

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joann

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful surroundings, total eye candy. Beautiful interiors with ultramodern kitchens. Chandeliers in the bathrooms. Gorgeous reading nooks.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

FRANCIS E

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
$$$
They decided not to have anyone at the facility because of the Corona virus. For half the price the Courtyard a couple of blocks away maintains people on staff. The room was a bit cluttered and the arrangement of the furniture impractical. It also smelled. Showtime 2 was the only premium channel offered and there was no refrigerator in the room. Best features were the breakfast offerings and the comfortable ambiance of the lobby areas.
Stayed 1 night in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a wonderful place!
We had an amazing stay at the Richard Johnston Inn. The building is beautiful and is furnished exquisitely! The staff are so friendly and helpful. Betsy made the most delicious cookies and recommended an excellent Italian restaurant Orofino's. Beth made a delicious breakfast. The location is excellent. You can easily walk to many historical places, shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kristin, Northern VA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
History of the property was amazing. Gorgeous renovation with beautiful antiques. Breakfast was top notch!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020