The Carriage House Inn Bed & Breakfast


  • The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast, Main House plus Carriage House (in back ground) countains two suites plus a meeting and event center.

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    This is the place to stay to celebrate, reconnect, relax and enjoy. The Watts House has been lovingly restored to its original grandeur by the innkeepers from 2003-2007. After the Civil War RT Watts, a hardware store owner built his home in what is now the historic district known as Daniels Hill. Today, guests can enjoy the same bath tubs, a couple of the same bathroom sinks, many of the original light fixtures, mantels, moldings and much more that were installed when the home was built for RT and his family. Very little has been changed in this home due to the nature of its construction, i.e., both the interior and exterior walls are three courses of brick thick. This is why when you visit The Carriage House Inn you experience the past as if it was yesterday.


    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Buying and restoring an old house had always been a life long goal & when we found this house we jumped at the opportunity to do so. Almost 5 years later we opened the house as a Bed and Breakfast so that we could share this beautiful home with others. While there will always be projects around the house & grounds, Kathy keeps busy with her stained & fused glass and Mike is an avid photographer.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English



    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Historic Inn

    • Spa

    Property Noted For:

    • Girls Getaway Weekends

    • Meetings and Events in our Event Center

    • On-Site Massage & Bodyworks Studio

    • Outdoor Activities: hiking, kayaking, biking

    • Weddings for Two or a Few

    • Wine Tasting & Tours

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Christian Travel

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Radio

    • Turndown Service

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Amenities Basket

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • Computer

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • DVD Player

    • Fax Machine

    • Library

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • blocks to jogging/biking trails

    • off street parking

    • Meeting/Event rooms

    • "Green" facillity

    • Huge wrap around porch

    • On-site Massage and Body Works Studio

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  • RT Watts

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $179/$299

    Enjoy this oversized room with a king-sized bed with a Select Comfort mattress. There is a sitting area, desk, a window seat, fireplace (coal burning), sunken bathroom with the original tub, sink and cabinets from the late 1800's. Wireless internet service is available to all guests. This is the largest guest room in the main house. The alarm clock has an IPod docking station.

    Emma Watts

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $179/$299

    Emma's Room features an iron queen-sized bed, coal burning fireplace (decorative), antique light fixtures, antique wardrobe, dresser & end tables. This room has a unique tub (lovers tub) which is extra deep, extra long and the faucet is in the middle of the tub so that two people can enjoy bathing. The original bathroom sink and cabinets are still in use. The alarm clock has an IPod docking station.

    Mary Watts

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $179/$299

    Mary's Room features a queen-sized sleigh bed. There is a charming window seat overlooking the newly restored 1800's brick street. A coal burning fireplace (decorative) is in the room. This room can be booked with the Stephen Watts Room and would share a bath otherwise the bath is a private bath (we don't book the Stephen Watts Room when this room is booked unless it is to a family member/traveling companion.) This room also adjoins the RT Watts Room should you need a suite or are traveling together.

    Stephen Watts

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $179/$199

    A room filled with antiques. This room cannot be booked if the Mary Watts Room has been booked unless it is being booked by the same party. There is a window seat overlooking the newly restored brick street from the 1800's, a coal burning fireplace (decorative), the original ceiling light fixture from the late 1800's and much more. Please note the bed is a antique DOUBLE bed with a foot board. If you are tall this would not be a good choice for you, we have california king beds (extra long) in our carriage house.

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 4-6PM    Check out: 11AM

    • Minimum stay: certain weekends require a two or three night stay, call for details

    • Deposit amount required: One night's rental amount when room booked. If more than one room is booked then total amount due at time of booking.

    • Cancellations: Refundable 15 days in advance for single room less a $25.00 per night processing fee. No refund if booking multiple rooms unless rooms can be re-booked even if 14+ day notice is given. Certain event weeks are non-refundable (college graduation) and are charged in full ahead of time.

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Limited

    • Drinking description: wine & cheese available at check-in between 4-5PM

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: The inn is not suitable for children under 14.

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: 4-course breakfast

    • Time Served: 8:30 --9:00

    • Serving location: Dining Room


    Complimentary Perks

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    • Wine/Cheese Plate


    Signature Dish

    Pumpkin Waffles with Maple Walnut Apples
    Each month we create a signature dish using ingredients special to the month & region. Local and organic ingredients are used whenever possible. During the summer months ingredients come from our own organic garden! Samples of signatures dishes: September-Apple Stuffed Croissant French Toast with a Soft Caramel Sauce, October-Pumpkin Waffles with Maple Walnut Apples, November-Cranberry Pancakes served with Cranberry Compote & Cranberry Butter, December-Gingerbread Waffles with Poached Pears, February-Chocolate Waffles with Raspberry Sauce, March-Sweet Potato Pancakes with Toasted Coconut & Sugared Pecans, June-A Grilled Breakfast, July-Red, White and Blue Pancakes,


    Special meal options

  • Location Type

    • Airport

    • City

    • Downtown

    • Small town

    • Wine country


    City

    • Charlottesville

    • Distance to city: 65 miles

    • Directions to property:
      See detailed directions from all points on the compass on our web site.


    Airport

    • Lynchburg, VA (LYH-Preston Glenn Field) 10 miles

    • Directions to property:
      See detailed directions on our web site.


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest

    • Garlic Festival--October

    • Batteau Festival--June

    • Tour of Historic Homes--September

    • Point of Honor

    • Ghost Walk & Cemetery Tour--October

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ski area

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bicycles

    • Bird watching

    • Canoeing

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Kayaking

    • On-site massage and body works studio

    • view historical neighborhoods

    • tours & tastings of local wineries

    • National D Day Memorial

    • Appomattox Courthouse

    • Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Whitewater Rafting

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    A Perfect Wedding !

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event


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    We chose to get married at The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast, in Lynchburg, Virginia and were we ever pleased! Since we were inviting only our parents and a few friends the wedding package “Wedding for a Few” was perfect for us, both for our budget and for our numbers. We arranged the entire event over the phone and through email, with stunning results. We added additional room nights for our guests, so Kathy & Mike upgraded us to a suite in the carriage house (so we could have some privacy.) Everything we wanted was included: a gorgeous bouquet and boutonniere, a small tiered wedding cake, the celebrant was recommended, sparkling wine for our toast, and a wonderful, personalized ceremony in the parlor. Mike even surprised us with a CD of pictures taken throughout the afternoon. A wedding day luncheon was requested and served in the dining room: yummy salad, bread and shrimp scampi with penne—I didn’t want spaghetti or red sauce so as not to stain my dress! The perfect way to share our special day with those we love, save some money and start our future off on the right foot. We’ll even be back to celebrate our anniversary as Kathy & Mike offer rooms at a special rate if you get married at the Carriage House Inn.


    Beautiful renovation

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    Kathy and Mike have done a wonderful job in restoring this beautiful home. They have thought of every detail for the guests and obviously have a lot of love and pride for this home. They were most gracious hosts and provided us with a scrumptious breakfast and a great recommendation for dinner the night before.


    The "Stay" of a lifetime.

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    Hi, We are Bob, Ronda and Megan Stanley from Indiana. We have friends in Lynchburg, VA and wanted to travel there to visit them. We have visited them before and always stayed in a local hotel. Three months ago, Megan, our granddaughter, came to live with us and we wanted to give her a trip of her lifetime. Mike and Kathy's Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast more than forfilled our hopes for her happiness. The Inn's main house overwhelmed her on our arrival and when Mike took us up to our room in the Carriage House, she began to tear up and hugged us both, thanking us for a "perfect gift". The entire stay was fantastic. The food was awsome. We could not have asked for nicer host and hostest and we will stay there again. We give them an A++


    Wine festival weekend

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    Kathy and Mike were very welcoming when we arrived at the Carriage Inn Bed and Breakfast. The house was beautiful and the breakfast was as they say legendary.


    Well worth the stay!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family


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    Cathy and Mike are terrific hosts and they have lovingly restored a gem of a home. We were fortunate to get a full tour of the property from Mike and my husband and I were truly overwhelmed by the amount of work they have done. This is a "must stay at" b and b. Cathy is a great cook and she and Mike were generous of their time with us during our recent Sept. trip. Many thanks, we so enjoyed the time we spent in your wonderful home! Judy and Frank


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Award Winner: 2011 - 2012