The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Fredericksburg with free breakfast

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Sawyer Scott Room | In-room dining
Staircase
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard Area
Front of property
Sawyer Scott Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$332
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec

Explore the area

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711 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401
  • Place, University of Mary Washington
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Central Park Fun Land
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manassas, VA (MNZ-Manassas Regional)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

Sawyer Scott Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Heating
Bathrobes
Deep soaking bathtub
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Detached private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Heating
Bathrobes
Private bathroom (not in room)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Heating
Bathrobes
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Heating
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air-conditioning
Heating
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Fredericksburg

The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House puts you in the heart of Fredericksburg, within steps of The Courthouse and Shiloh Baptist Church. Highlights at this B&B include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas and a garden. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area. Free full breakfast is available daily between 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 4-property class Old Town Fredericksburg B&B include Fredericksburg Presbyterian Church and Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center.

What's nearby

  • Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Mary Washington - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Mary Washington Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Central Park Fun Land - 7 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Fredericksburg Station - 4 min walk
  • Manassas, VA (MNZ-Manassas Regional) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Agora Downtown - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Brock's Riverside Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Benny Vitali's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Agave Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Spirits - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House

Bed & breakfast in Fredericksburg with free breakfast
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.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
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.

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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

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

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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House?

The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House?

As of 9 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House on 4 Dec 2025 start from AU$331.77, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House?

Yep, The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House has a free self car park.

Does The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary full brekkie is available daily between 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House?

No, The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Richard Johnston Inn & 1890 Caroline House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.