Inn and Tavern at Meander

4.0 star property
Upscale bed & breakfast in Locust Dale with free breakfast

Choose dates to view prices

your current months are June, 2024 and July, 2024.
June 2024
July 2024

Photo gallery for Inn and Tavern at Meander

Front of property - evening/night
Cabin (Groom) | Terrace/patio
Mr. Jefferson's Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, rollaway beds, free WiFi
The Lightfoot Room | Terrace/patio
Cottage (Summer Kitchen) | Deep soaking bathtub
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
2333 N James Madison Hwy, Locust Dale, VA, 22948
  • Popular LocationRapidan River12 min drive
  • Popular LocationMontpelier18 min drive
  • Popular LocationEarly Mountain Vineyards24 min drive
  • AirportCharlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)44 min drive

Most relevant reviews

Mod logo
Earn OneKeyCash on thousands of hotels when you sign in and book. More rewards for more adventures!

Room options

Cottage (Washinghton)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Champagne service
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Cottage (Summer Kitchen)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 1012 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Mr. Jefferson's Suite

7.5/10 Good

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Living room
  • 69 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Cabin (Groom)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Champagne service
  • 406 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Shearer Suite

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cottage (Rapidan)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cabin (Madison)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Champagne service
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

The Lightfoot Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Colonel Fry's Suite

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
  • 66 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cottage (Robinson)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 310 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Similar properties

About the neighborhood

Locust Dale

Located in Locust Dale, Inn and Tavern at Meander is in a rural area. Montpelier and Monticello are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Downtown Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Scott Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Rapidan River - 12 min drive
  • Montpelier - 18 min drive
  • Early Mountain Vineyards - 24 min drive
  • James Madison's Montpelier - 25 min drive
  • Luray Caverns - 68 min drive

Getting around

  • Culpeper Station - 16 min drive
  • Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪WAR Craft Brewery - The Winery at Rapidan - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Inn at Willow Grove - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Vintage Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Vintage Pub - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Inn and Tavern at Meander

Upscale bed & breakfast near Montpelier
At Inn and Tavern at Meander, you can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage or other spa services. In addition to an arcade/game room and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Tour/ticket assistance, 2 meeting rooms, and concierge services
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Tubs or showers and hair dryers
  • Balconies, coffee/tea makers, and heating

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

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 elevator
  • 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

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

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 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 available
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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Rollaway/extra beds are available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Inn Meander Plantation Locust Dale
Inn Meander Plantation
Meander Plantation Locust Dale
Meander Plantation
Inn At Meander Plantation Hotel Locust Dale
At Meanr Plantation Locust Da
Inn Tavern at Meander
Inn at Meander Plantation
Tavern At Meander Locust Dale
Inn and Tavern at Meander Locust Dale
Inn and Tavern at Meander Bed & breakfast
Inn and Tavern at Meander Bed & breakfast Locust Dale

Frequently asked questions

Is Inn and Tavern at Meander pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Inn and Tavern at Meander?

As of Jun 9, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn and Tavern at Meander on Jun 10, 2024 start from $111.2, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Inn and Tavern at Meander?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Inn and Tavern at Meander?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Inn and Tavern at Meander?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Inn and Tavern at Meander located?

Situated in a rural location, this bed & breakfast is 11.8 mi (19 km) from Montpelier.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 83 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Traveled 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

Joseph

Traveled 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

Blong

Traveled 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

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The food was great, the stall friendly and helpful. Dan is doing a great job with what he has to work with. The Inn is really a diamond in the rough. It is long in the tooth and needs a little updating and rehab. Paint is peeling from the walls. Weeds are growing between the bricks of the patio and walkways. Give Dan a handyman and a few bucks and the place could be a jewel...
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

christina

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is quiet and peaceful. Keep in mind that this property is more than 200 years old. This is not for you if you cannot handle creaky floors and nature. It has a nice country touch. The staff is great. Breakfast is excellent. I highly recommend if you want to see the country side of Virginia.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
meander is outstanding….excellent service, beautifully done, views are stunning and the manager started a fire in fireplace for me before my arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra Bain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Historical Getaway with Fine Dining
A one-night getaway that feels like a long weekend in a faraway time. Daniel is a true host in old-world Inn & Tavern style. Our cabin accommodations complete with wood fire in the grate, wonderful walks right out our door through the extensive Meander grounds (paths by the Robinson River) and quiet—so quiet—that we slept well & deeply. The restaurant, a one-minute walk from our door, is excellent. Both the three-course dinner (though it was fine also to order a La carte) and the breakfast are top notch. We recommend the whole experience! (My husband, who is a Civil War scholar, even found things to investigate right on the property!)
Tavern patio
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It’s so beautiful here. Daniel , general manager, was so helpful at check in. And even arranged dinner at a local restaurant. I’m very pleased
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Christmas Eve stay
Cute and comfortable inn stay on a beautiful plantation property that looks over the Virginia hills. The staff was warm and hospitable for a Christmas Eve day. The property has a manicured trail that we took our dog along that made for a leisurely stroll after our delicious breakfast that is included in the inn stay night costs.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was beautiful. Very well maintained. It was definitely historical and old but modernized in all of the right places. Staff was very friendly, informative, and helpful. Dinner was a bit expensive but worth it. Breakfast was nice but my wife's eggs tasted more like salt than eggs. They re-made them and they were much better. Server was very polite but we had to ask for things a couple of times. I think he was new and still learning but very pleasant and helpful. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

David, Lutz

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's a very old historic property that comes with all related design issues. But it's wonderful to stay here in these surroundings. The beds are comfortable, the balconies are nice to relax on and enjoy the beauty that nature has to offer. The food was excellent! But I have to say that all the staff were wonderful and very, very attentive, even on such a busy weekend that we went. such a relaxing time in a beautiful building, with great food, and wonderstaff. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We celebrated our moms 60th Birthday here and it was wonderful. Very peaceful, serene and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Irina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Bonnie

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice, however the dinner was not worth what we paid and our cottage had a musty smell. All in all glad i only booked one night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sandra

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in the groom's cottage. Met w/2 live wasps in our bathroom on check-in. Requested help from guest services. No response. In the morning there were 4 more live wasps in our cottage. Talked w/GMs at breakfast to let them know that wasps were getting in. We requested help again but were met with indifference. After 3 more hours of inaction and 4 more live wasps in the cottage, we had to press the GMs a 3rd time. They finally agreed to move us to another cottage but were unable to tell us when it would be available. In addition they never offered to assist us with moving our things. The overall attitude of the GM's was terrible. They were argumentative instead of apologetic. There was no communication unless we initiated it; and, even then, they would not respond or they would be frustratingly vague. We were made to feel entirely unwelcome. The experience was so uncomfortable that we chose not to stay for the second night despite not being offered a refund. Three years ago we stayed at Meander and had a lovely time. Apparently, these GM's are new (they said they had just taken over 2 weeks prior). Beware, the current service is extremely poor and the property has fallen into disrepair. Sadly, we will not be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

BRUCE, fairhope

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Saw the most beautiful sunrise this a.m. Staff could not have been more perfect. Dinner and breakfast--ACE
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Retreat
Friendly and courteous
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tetsuya, Arlington

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful historic Virginia experience where everyone will time-slip into 1766 on this beautiful plantation. The Inn and it’s cabins are all beautifully decorated with antiques, each room is air conditioned and has a wood-burning fireplace, food is excellent, and the staff are all super nice and friendly. General Manager Jenae goes out of her way to make you feel welcomed and comfortable. And let’s not forget their mascots Jojo and Bodie. The Inn is super dog friendly and all the staff love all dogs. There are several very nice wineries within 30 min. from the Inn as well. We enjoyed our stay (with our dog) thoroughly and already booked our next trip!

General hotel information

Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
4.0
Address
2333 N James Madison Hwy, Locust Dale, VA