set in 2 restored, victorian-era homes, this vibrant b&b is a 3-minute walk from the jefferson theatre and 1 mile from the fralin museum of art at the university of virginia. continental breakfast is served on a garden patio or in the library. free wine and cheese is offered in the afternoon. painted in saturated colors and accented by antique furniture, the cozy rooms and suites feature private bathrooms, free wi-fi and cable tv; some add whirlpool tubs, canopy beds, flat-screen tvs and fireplaces. other amenities include a parking lot and furnished verandas. suites include living rooms. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am Charlottesville–Albemarle Airport 22 min
IX Art Park (6 min) McGuffey Art Center (4 min) Historic school housing studios for artists & craftspeople open to the public plus exhibits & talks. Blenheim Vineyards (20 min) Timber-frame tasting room & patio space overlooking vineyards, with wines by the glass & bottle. Virginia Discovery Museum (7 min) Small children's museum emphasizing discovery with interactive exhibits in art, history & science. The Lawn (8 min) This large, grassy space designed by Thomas Jefferson is ringed by historic university buildings. James Monroe's Highland (15 min) Home of the 5th US president from 1799–1823, with guided estate tours, gardens & occasional events. Charlottesville Downtown Visitors Center (7 min) History and music The Rotunda (8 min) Iconic university building, designed by Thomas Jefferson, known for its Palladian architecture. Ivy Creek Foundation (15 min) The Fralin Museum of Art at the University of Virginia (8 min) Artwork from a range of cultures & time periods, including a collection devoted to Thomas Jefferson. Robert E Lee Statue (5 min) Monticello (10 min) President Jefferson's stately 1769 mansion & slave plantation, with tours, a museum, a cafe & more. Trump Winery Tasting Room (20 min) Winery, vineyard, thomas jefferson, sparkling wine, and wine Downtown Mall (6 min) A laid-back pedestrianised shopping area with global restaurants, bars, galleries & a movie theater. Jefferson Vineyards (12 min) Wine, vineyard, thomas jefferson, chardonnay, and winery |