The perfect gift for every occasion

  • The Loft Suite - private apartment overlooks the courtyard with a king size bed in the Loft. Sofa in the livingroom is a queen size sleeper sofa.
    Olivia's Room - queen size room in the front of the house with a private bath
    The Virginian Room- decorated for Old Town Fredericksburg's 275th Birthday! Absolutly spectacular in red, white and blues! Queen size room with private bath
    The Frejus Room - decorated for our sister city in France - spacious, king size room at the top of the house
    The Kitchen House is the original kitchen that the slaves cooked in back in the 1800's. Located off of the courtyard and furnished with 2 queen size beds accommodating up to 4 people and a newly, refurbished bath with a jetted tub
    The back entrance to the Inn as you park your car in our large, off street parking area. Available for small, private parties
    Our New sister property, The 1890 Caroline House with 2 exquisite rooms and a very private suite
    The William Riley Suite - private entrance into the livingroom with a duel fireplace also facing the king size bedroom. Relax in a jacuzzi or enjoy a large shower. This suite is handicap accessible
    The Sawyer Scott - king size bed nestled in a grand bay window with a large bath, 2 person shower and a large, jetted claw footed tub

    • Address 711 Caroline Street
      Old Town

      Fredericksburg, VA 22401-5903
      USA
    • Phone+1-540-899-7606
    • Toll free+1-877-557-0770
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    The 1700's - a time of history, independence and glorious homes. Come to The Richard Johnston Inn located in the heart of Historic Fredericksburg, 3 blocks from the train station, for an unique, upscale 18th century inn. The Inn was constructed by architect, John Taylow, one of the original signers of The Declaration of Independence and served in the 1800's as the home of the mayor of Fredericksburg, Richard Johnston. The award winning Richard Johnston Inn still reflects the charm and grace of a past era while providing all of the amenities for the comfort of our guests.

    Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 19 Reviews

    4.4 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  4
    • Value  4
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  4

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    4.2 out of 5
     

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    May 11, 2013

    My wife wanted to go to Fredericksburg for our 37th anniversary. I found the Richard Johnston Inn and the Caroline House (where we stayed) online. They are both centrally located in Old Town Fredericksburg with easy parking---we parked right in front of the Caroline House both nights. They are operated by the same people. Our room was great--roomy, clean, and lots of automation. Only complaint was the street noise from Caroline Street at night...sounded like our windows were open and could hear conversations of people walking down the street, plus every car that passed. This is the ONLY thing I can think of that wasn't superb. The breakfast at the Richard Johnston Inn was fabulous. Lindi was very friendly and warmly welcomed us each day. We enjoyed talking with the other guests each morning at breakfast. I'm a cheapskate, so I always wince when I get the bill (high or low), but my wife was VERY PLEASED, and in the end, that's all that matters. When we return to Fredericksburg in the future, there's a very high probablility that we'll stay at one of these places. I cannot recommend and endorse it highly enough.

    4.8 out of 5
     

    Wonderful Last Minute Stay

    August 15, 2012

    This was a last minute 8/13/12 by chance stay at a lovely pet friendly B&B. We were very happy with our spotless large comfortable room and yummy breakfast in the morning. Wish we had more time to stay. A definite place I would stay again.........Staff and inn keeper were very friendly and welcoming to us and our pet. Great location for walking and checking out all the local history and shops.

    4.4 out of 5
     

    1890 Caroline House, like getting the remarkable experience of staying in a fabulous Victorian dollhouse!

    April 27, 2012

    What a great Victorian home! This house is so incredibly detailed in decor! Absolutely stunning! No attention to detail has been missed, from the original hardwood floors, persian rugs, lead glass chandeliers, fantastic Victorian furniture, mirrors, all the way down to the detailed hardware on the doors and fixtures. We stayed in the Wiley Suite, not "Victorian", more masculine, with a tropical flair, zebra prints here and there, but not overdone. Extremely comfortable, with double-sided fireplace, one opening into the large sitting room, comfy chairs, with tv's back to back over double sided fireplace, other side opening into the king size bed bedroom. Comfy bed, supersoft blanket and comforter, fabulous double bathroom with 2 separate his/hers vanities and jacuzzi in 1 room, 2nd room commode,bidet, large tiled glass shower with great showerheads. blue ray DVD player, CD's that are able to be stereo systemed throughout the suite and into the courtyard. Private entrance from this suite to the courtyard and private exit to side street. House is located on Caroline street, so can step right out into Old Town Fredericksburg, everything within easy and wonderfully "old time" walking distance.Check out SimplyFredericksburg.com for all the sites, history, and shopping!

    5 out of 5
     

    Lovely Surprise

    March 06, 2011

    My husband and I came down for a friend's wedding in another B&B. Fortunately the Richard Johnson Inn had space on very short notice. Lindsay, the inn keeper, could not have been sweeter. She gave us a tour of the property and we chose the third floor room. It was beautifully decorated and exceptionally comfortable. I was so grateful for the non-stop excellent coffee the next morning. The breakfast was enormous and delicious. My husband was well fed and happy. This inn has lots of parking in the rear which is another plus. I'm running out of superlatives to describe this property -- We will remember our stay for a long, long time.


    Location

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeeper(s)

    Bonnie L. DeLelys

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    Resident Pets

    1 Cat , 2 Dogs

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  • Rooms & Rates

    • Nightly Rate $125 - $275

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check In: 2 PM-6 PM    Check Out: 11 AM

    • Minimum Stay: certain weekends

    • Deposit Amount Required: one nights deposit or 1 gift certificate may be used per visit

    • Cancellations: 10 day cancellation policy for a full refund minus $25.00 cancellation fee. refund pro-rated after 10 days

    • Open All Year Round: Yes


    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: Limited

    • Guest Pets Allowed: Yes

    • Drinking Allowed: Yes

    • Drinks Available: No

    • Children Allowed: Children can only be accomodated in 2 rooms

    • Suitable For Children: Limited

    • Childcare Provided: No


    Discount Type

    • active military
      Percent Off: 10% Days Required: 0

    • corporate
      Percent Off: 10% Days Required: 0

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  • Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 19 Reviews

    4.4 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    4.2 out of 5
     

    Look no further!

    May 11, 2013

    My wife wanted to go to Fredericksburg for our 37th anniversary. I found the Richard Johnston Inn and the Caroline House (where we stayed) online. They are both centrally located in Old Town Fredericksburg with easy parking---we parked right in front of the Caroline House both nights. They are operated by the same people. Our room was great--roomy, clean, and lots of automation. Only complaint was the street noise from Caroline Street at night...sounded like our windows were open and could hear conversations of people walking down the street, plus every car that passed. This is the ONLY thing I can think of that wasn't superb. The breakfast at the Richard Johnston Inn was fabulous. Lindi was very friendly and warmly welcomed us each day. We enjoyed talking with the other guests each morning at breakfast. I'm a cheapskate, so I always wince when I get the bill (high or low), but my wife was VERY PLEASED, and in the end, that's all that matters. When we return to Fredericksburg in the future, there's a very high probablility that we'll stay at one of these places. I cannot recommend and endorse it highly enough.

    4.8 out of 5
     

    Wonderful Last Minute Stay

    August 15, 2012

    This was a last minute 8/13/12 by chance stay at a lovely pet friendly B&B. We were very happy with our spotless large comfortable room and yummy breakfast in the morning. Wish we had more time to stay. A definite place I would stay again.........Staff and inn keeper were very friendly and welcoming to us and our pet. Great location for walking and checking out all the local history and shops.

    4.4 out of 5
     

    1890 Caroline House, like getting the remarkable experience of staying in a fabulous Victorian dollhouse!

    April 27, 2012

    What a great Victorian home! This house is so incredibly detailed in decor! Absolutely stunning! No attention to detail has been missed, from the original hardwood floors, persian rugs, lead glass chandeliers, fantastic Victorian furniture, mirrors, all the way down to the detailed hardware on the doors and fixtures. We stayed in the Wiley Suite, not "Victorian", more masculine, with a tropical flair, zebra prints here and there, but not overdone. Extremely comfortable, with double-sided fireplace, one opening into the large sitting room, comfy chairs, with tv's back to back over double sided fireplace, other side opening into the king size bed bedroom. Comfy bed, supersoft blanket and comforter, fabulous double bathroom with 2 separate his/hers vanities and jacuzzi in 1 room, 2nd room commode,bidet, large tiled glass shower with great showerheads. blue ray DVD player, CD's that are able to be stereo systemed throughout the suite and into the courtyard. Private entrance from this suite to the courtyard and private exit to side street. House is located on Caroline street, so can step right out into Old Town Fredericksburg, everything within easy and wonderfully "old time" walking distance.Check out SimplyFredericksburg.com for all the sites, history, and shopping!

    5 out of 5
     

    Lovely Surprise

    March 06, 2011

    My husband and I came down for a friend's wedding in another B&B. Fortunately the Richard Johnson Inn had space on very short notice. Lindsay, the inn keeper, could not have been sweeter. She gave us a tour of the property and we chose the third floor room. It was beautifully decorated and exceptionally comfortable. I was so grateful for the non-stop excellent coffee the next morning. The breakfast was enormous and delicious. My husband was well fed and happy. This inn has lots of parking in the rear which is another plus. I'm running out of superlatives to describe this property -- We will remember our stay for a long, long time.

    4.4 out of 5
     

    Great lodging in historic place

    November 19, 2010

    The inn is beautiful and comfortable. Located in the middle of history it is a great place to visit the surrounding battlefield sites. You live in history while visiting history.

    3.0 out of 5
     

    Inn Keeper to the rescue

    May 08, 2010

    The Richard Johnston Inn is a lovely historic building very conveniently located for sightseeing in Historic Fredericksburg. It is right across from the visitors center and close to shops and restaurants and a mere three block walk from the railway station. The Inn Keeper, Bonnie Lelys and her staff were both friendly and helpful. Bonnie went above and beyond when we discovered our train home was hours late. She invited us to sit in the parlor where we finally decided to rent a car and drive home. When the rental company was too busy to pick us up immediately, Bonnie drove us to their site. We really appreciated her extra effort.

    3.0 out of 5
     

    Sigh

    August 19, 2009

    What an attractive location with beautiful appointments in the heart of Fredericksburg. While the rooms were great, the reception and dining fell well short of expectations. The Innkeeper is an Inn Sitter who is reputed to be a great cook, but breakfast consisted of a continental offering. When asked about local battlefields, the hostess explained that didn't interest her so she couldn't help. Not on our return list.

    Innkeeper Response
    I am dissappointed that this guest did not enjoy their visit. My license plate does say Innsitter and that was my previous business - I am now an Innkeeper. It is on our website that we serve an extended continental breakfast during the week but for an extra charge they may order a full breakfast. I try to direct guests to historic locations and the Visitors Center is across the street. Individual interests vary - again I am sorry they did not enjoy their visit

    4.2 out of 5
     

    Very Nice B&B

    June 20, 2009

    The Johnston Inn is very nice and is a very good value. The location is excellent with many dining and shopping opportunities in walking distance. For example, the Capital Ale House, a very good resaurant, is a very short walk. The breakfast was delicious and very generous in a great setting. I would enthusiatically recommend this B&B.


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  • Location Type

    • Downtown

    • Small town

    City - Washington

    • Distance to city: 45 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From I95 exit 130a, get in the left hand lane to William Street. Follow William Street to Sophia, take a right. Our parking area is 3 blocks down on your right hand side. WELCOME!

    Airport

    • Washington DC, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan National) 55 miles

    • Directions to property:
      follow I-95 south


    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Rising Sun Tavern

    • Kenmore Mansion

    • Fredericksburg Battlefield

    • Chatham Estate

    • Belmont Estate

    • Trolley Tours

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Canoeing

    • Golfing

    • Horseback riding

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Tennis courts

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  • Amenities

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Historic Inn

    Property highlights

    • college graduation parties

    • on site meeting facilities

    • private parties

    • wedding & bridal showers

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Family Travel

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    On-site

    • Computer

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • In-room internet

    • Fax Machine

    • Library

    • Telephone

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wedding Facilities

    Guest room(s)

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Bath robes

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • DVD Player

    • Desk

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Wi-Fi

    Other

    • private parties

    • on-site meeting

    • catering available

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  • Breakfast

    • Type: Continental +

    • Time Served: 7:30am-9am

    • Serving Location: courtyard,Dining Room

    Signature Dish

    Grand Marnier Strawberry Croissants
    Mini-croissants stuffed with fresh strawberries and a mixture of cream cheese with Grande Marnier, served with a strawberry sauce and whipped cream. Apple sausage balls are also served with this dish.

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Special Package

Theater and History For 2

We invite you to visit the most historic city in America and experience the enchantment of wonderful broadway shows! The Richard Johnston Inn, built in 1770 in the heart of Old Towne Fredericksburg, and Riverside Dinner Theater, a new standard of excellence in dinner theater, offers you a 2 nights stay, including room taxes, breakfast each morning, dinner and theater tickets from $339.00. Please call for show schedules.

On Site Corporate Meeting Special

The award winning Richard Johnston Inn is "an upscale, unique 18th century Inn" offering 7 rooms and 2 suites all with private baths -located 3 blocks from the Amtrak Station in the heart of Old Town Fredericksburg- large, off street parking available. Have a meeting, stay, shop and dine in a safe historic city. $179.00 includes overnite accommodations, extended continental breakfast, unlimited coffee, teas and water, 3 course lunch and use of 3 large meeting rooms with wireless high speed internet access, TV with VCR's in all rooms - fax and copier on premises. Please give us a call for your next meeting - for privacy and personal attention.

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