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The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Family dining
Sawyer Scott Room | In-room dining
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard Area | Terrace/patio
Staircase

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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711 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401
  • Place, The Courthouse
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manassas, VA (MNZ-Manassas Regional)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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Sawyer Scott Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Sawyer Scott Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • City view

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard Area | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard Area

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • City view

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Basic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • City view

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About this property

The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House

Bed & breakfast in Fredericksburg with free parking
Along with coffee/tea in a common area, this smoke-free bed & breakfast has a garden and free breakfast. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided.
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.

During your stay at The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House, you're just a quick walk from The Courthouse. You'll find features such as free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include coffee/tea in a common area
  • Steps from The Courthouse and Shiloh Baptist Church
  • Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
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.

Guests are served a free full breakfast daily from 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

More

  • Smoke-free property

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 normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
The check-in location differs from the property location. To check in, guests will need to go to Located at the Richard Johnston Inn or in the late arrival box.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests arriving after 5:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information and an access code. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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
Richard Johnston 1890 Caroline House Fredericksburg
Richard Johnston 1890 Carolin
The Richard Johnston Inn 1890 Caroline House
The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House Fredericksburg
The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House Bed & breakfast

The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Spectacular Inn

What a beautiful Inn with a wonderful staff in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joe, Valentine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Downtown Fredericksburg is pretty loud, but that’s not the hotel’s fault. Parking is tough down there but the hotel has its own parking lot off of Sophia St, and it’s really easy. We had to leave early so we didn’t get to experience the breakfast, but we’d definitely come back. Everything was first rate. If you can’t do stairs you might have trouble, but that didn’t bother us.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary, Bellevue

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the late nineteenth century decor. We took full advantage of the sitting room to entertain guests. Great to walk around Fredericksburg and enjoy the unique shops, restaurants, and history. Overall a luxurious and interesting place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Inn has been there since the mid to late 1700s, and served a decisive purpose during the Battle of Fredericksburg during the Civil War. The facility is very nicely decorated with mostly period-style furnishings, with very comfortable beds. The other accouterments, such as the wine and cheese charcouterie board and the early departure breakfast, made our very short stay a pleasant experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Real treat!

Beautiful B&B in downtown Fredericksburg. Lovely decor & friendly staff. Comfortable accommodations. Was a bit noisy from the street but they did mention before hand. Still worth the experience. Yummy breakfast & great coffee. Even provided us with a little sparkling wine to toast our anniversary.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vickie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the room, the decorations, the comfort, the coziness. Love how close it is to town the walking around town. I certainly would come again when I come to the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leathrese, WOODBRIDGE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe, clean rooms but parking was inconvenient.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely historical inn in the centre of Fredericksburg. Delicious breakfast and a very accommodating host.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann, Fredericksburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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

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