![Monticello was the primary plantation of Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States, who began designing and building Monticello at age 26 after inheriting land from his father. Located just outside Charlottesville, Virginia, in the Piedmont region, the plantation was originally 5,000 acres (20 km2), with Jefferson using slaves for extensive cultivation of tobacco and mixed crops, later shifting from tobacco cultivation to wheat in response to changing markets.
Jefferson designed the main house using neoclassical design principles described by Italian Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio, subsequently reworking the design through much of his presidency to include design elements popular in late 18th-century Europe and integrating numerous of his own design solutions. Situated on the summit of an 850-foot (260 m)-high peak in the Southwest Mountains south of the Rivanna Gap, the name Monticello derives from the Italian for "little mount". Along a prominent lane adjacent to the house, Mulberry Row, the plantation came to include numerous outbuildings for specialized functions, e.g., a nailery; quarters for domestic slaves; gardens for flowers, produce, and Jefferson's experiments in plant breeding — along with tobacco fields and mixed crops. Cabins for field slaves were located farther from the mansion.
At Jefferson's direction, he was buried on the grounds, in an area now designated as the Monticello Cemetery. The cemetery is owned by the Monticello Association, a society of his descendants through Martha Wayles Skelton Jefferson.[4] After Jefferson's death, his daughter Martha Jefferson Randolph sold the property. In 1834 it was bought by Uriah P. Levy, a commodore in the U.S. Navy, who admired Jefferson and spent his own money to preserve the property. His nephew Jefferson Monroe Levy took over the property in 1879; he also invested considerable money to restore and preserve it. In 1923, Monroe Levy sold it to the Thomas Jefferson Foundation (TJF), which operates it as a house museum and educational institution. It has been designated a National Historic Landmark. In 1987 Monticello and the nearby University of Virginia, also designed by Jefferson, were together designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6082929/fc297070-6be5-4ba5-8b01-2648f1f046f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium)
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Dinsmore Boutique Inn
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9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (326)
"Charming, historic inn with comfortable beds. Staff was attentive and welcoming. Walkable to UVA campus, and dining options. "
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The price is RM625
RM715 total
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Frederick House
Staunton
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (427)
"The room was spotless and the breakfast was great. "
Paula
The price is RM511
RM572 total
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Cave Hill Farm Bed & Breakfast
McGaheysville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (337)
"The women running the B&B were really nice and welcoming. The rooms were decorated in history and the furnishings were very comfortable. Would visit again!"
Denise
The price is RM613
RM676 total
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Inn and Tavern at Meander
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9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (155)
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The Boxley Place Inn
Louisa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (125)
"Wonderful home with friendly staff and thoughtful amenities. Heidi was especially helpful and fun to talk with!"
Gregory
The price is RM530
RM564 total
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20 Dec - 21 Dec
Foxfield Inn
Charlottesville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (239)
"Amazing stay"
Porscha
The price is RM885
RM1,012 total
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15 Dec - 16 Dec
The Crossroads Inn
North Garden
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (40)
"Great staff, friendly and informative. Being from the city, the rustic historical experience was exactly what we were looking for. Cozy and welcoming. "
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Mayhurst Inn
Orange
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (288)
"A perfect spot with the delicious breakfast. Highly recommend staying here."
Sarah
The price is RM973
RM1,044 total
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1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
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