Inn and Tavern at Meander

4.0 star property

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Front of property – evening/night
Porch
Colonel Fry's Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Cottage (Summer Kitchen) | Living area
Garden

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
2333 N James Madison Hwy, Locust Dale, VA, 22948
  • Rapidan River
    12 min drive
  • Cedar Mountain
    16 min drive
  • Early Mountain Vineyards
    24 min drive
  • Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    45 min drive

Room options

Cottage (Washinghton)

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Cottage (Summer Kitchen)

  • 94 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Mr. Jefferson's Suite

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Cabin (Groom)

  • 38 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Shearer Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cottage (Rapidan)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cabin (Madison)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

The Lightfoot Room

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Colonel Fry's Suite

  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cottage (Robinson)

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Inn and Tavern at Meander

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Montpelier
Concierge services, an arcade/games room and express check-in are available at this bed & breakfast. Free cooked-to-order breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, express check-out, tour/ticket assistance and wedding services are on-site.
Inn and Tavern at Meander offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Inn and Tavern at Meander. During your stay, you'll be close to Cedar Mountain. Features include free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and wedding services
  • 11.8 mi (19 km) from Montpelier
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 2 meeting rooms available. A terrace, an arcade/games room, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Inn and Tavern at Meander. The bed & breakfast can provide concierge services and wedding services. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Locust Dale bed & breakfast.

Guests are served a free cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 8 AM to 10:00 AM.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 6 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Inn and Tavern at Meander Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 112 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 112 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kolleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old Inn. We had a lovely time sitting outside enjoying a bottle of wine and the views. The beds were very comfortable and the entire place was very clean. I will definitely be back! Dinner was also delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

weiping, Durham

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice historical house and hospitality service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Francesca, Stafford

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, quiet, Revolutionary War era property turned into a B&B
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was really to my liking, and we very much enjoyed the beautiful Summer Kitchen room for our stay. The dining room waitress, and it was not a very busy dining room, was very single task oriented and not alert to customer needs. For example, she brought out coffee in a pot to pour for another table but did not look over to ours to see if we would like coffee. She could use some pointers on how to wait tables. There were only four of us in the dining room, so from an old waiter and bartender, she coulld have read the room better.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kandi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful. We will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Meander is Magic!
Our stay at Meander was magical! There was an issue with the cottage we had originally booked, but were seamlessly transferred to a different room. Learning about the history of the home from Daniel was a delight. Dinner and breakfast at the on property restaurant were both so incredibly delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Flavia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, excellent service, and very clean 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful colonial property where many of our country's historic forefathers stayed! Very clean, peaceful, and scenic. Host Dan was respnsive to our needs. If you would like to visit a little piece of history at very reasonable rates, be sure to book a stay there!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Totally Worth The Stay
The stay was wonderful! The room was very clean, the staff was so friendly, and the views were beautiful! The breakfast was outstanding and delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very relaxing in a beautiful historical setting. The staff and service was top notch, friendly, professional, and ensure everything I needed was addressed. Higly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place, staff, and food. We will be back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie, Rancho Cucamonga

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the history behind this property. It's very quiet and peaceful, due to its setting on a beautiful 80 plus acres and its distance from the main road. Staff was very friendly and enjoyable to be around. The breakfast in the morning was very good and set the tone for the rest of the day. Only a few negatives, and both small. 1) every time we got toast, it was always hard, dry and cold. 2) In our room, only had one very small waste basket. I think of one thing that could elevate the hospitality experience, since they have a kitchen available, is to have a little cheese and cracker spread with some local wines. This would give the guests an opportunity to mingle and get to know one another. I would not hesitate coming back here, and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful weekend we had in the Summer Kitchen at the Inn & Tavern at Meander. You first enter through the white brick columns and make you way up the driveway to the striking home at the top of the knoll that immediately transports you back in time. Our cottage was used as the kitchen for the main house 200 plus years ago and has been transformed to a well appointed spacious living space with modern conveniences and the most comfortable bed that gave us the best night's sleep. Dinner and breakfast were made order and so delicious. We were greeted on arrival by the general manager Daniel who we had the added bonus of speaking with throughout our stay. He is well versed in the incredible history of the home, grounds and surrounding area and shared some wonderful stories with us. The property is a work in progress which we liked. If you are seeking all modern amenities and everything brand new and posh, this is not the place for you but if you are looking for a tranquil escape from the bustle of city life and a respite in the county, you'll love it here as we did. We truly felt like guests in a friends a home and can't wait to return.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We went for the weekend and what a lovely experience. A true authentic plantation house with awesome accommodations. Staff are incredible! We had a great time and loved walking the property and enjoying the countryside. This manor has its charm and character which is the reason you come to this place!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel Ann, Pikeville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property dates back to Thomas Jefferson era. The staff is awesome and the rooms are well preserved. We stayed in the Summer Kitchen and absolutely Loved it!! I can't wait to come back. The chef was spot on and the food was Amazing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you’re looking for a beautiful landscape & friendly people, you will find it here. The chef is amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Meander sits in a lovely setting in the country, and the rooms/cottages are so cute, very relaxing in an area where there are many sites/activities in which to participate, if you want to be busy. But this is also a therapeutic, get-a-way setting for quiet reading/study.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A refreshing alternative to chain hotels
Unique, quaint, dog friendly. Great personal service. Great food. Will come back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay
We were driving cross country and made the Inn and Tavern at Meander one of our stops. They were so accommodating with our late check in and providing us with a picnic dinner basket, even though it was after hours. We stayed to enjoy breakfast and had some of the best dishes - the French toast and eggs Benedict. Thank you for a wonderful experience, we will be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely lovely estate! We thoroughly enjoyed waking up to the lush and manicured landscape, watching the sunrise from the veranda. The rocking chairs got a lot of use from us. The beds are extremely comfortable and pillows are nice and fluffy too. Daniel was the most pleasant and hospitable manager whom met all of our needs. He made sure our coffee and water was well stocked. If you’re looking for a retreat in southern charm fashion, look no further. We look forward to our next visit! Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blong

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is a ways from the main roads, but it is a very quaint and relaxing place. If you want to learn about history and enjoy nature this is the place to come. It’s not a Hilton, so don’t expect that kind of amenities. The host/receptionist, Dan, is super helpful and knowledgeable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024