Dinsmore House has some good things going for it - it's quite attractively decorated and with comfy beds but it could do with some refurbishment - nothing that some serious maintenance and redecoration could put right. Our room was large and light but the bathroom was miniscule and rather dilapidated. The air conditioning made an infernal racket and the windows... more

From our arrival to our departure, everything was in order and as advertised at the Dinsmore house! The bedding was fabulous, the location was perfect for a nice stroll down to the pedestrian mall, and the breakfast was delicious. We received a very warm welcome here, without feeling like our privacy was invaded. The friendly owners and staff made us... more

The inn was built by a friend of Thomas Jefferson. Our room was large, lovely and very comfortable. The owners are helpful and pleasant. Some exceptional restaurants are within easy walking distance. more

great location Free city transportation Informative hosts Very friendly atmosphere more

My husband and I just returned from a wonderful stay at the Dinsmore. The staff is friendly and gave us wonderful recommendations for things to do and places to eat. The evening social with wine and cheese is a great touch. The beds are very comfortable and the full breakfast every morning is delightful! The Dinsmore made our stay in... more

This B&B is in an excellent location. It is right on the edge of the UVA campus and is a short five-block walk or trolley ride to the historic downtown/pedestrian mall. It is a 10-15 minute drive from Monticello. The owners are very friendly and accommodating. They were very helpful with tips on where to eat, what to see, etc.... more

A girlfriend and I escaped to Charlottesville for a pre-Christmas shopping trip this past November and just loved it! The Dinsmore house was the greatest location for us - between the downtown shopping walking mall and the bigger box stores we wanted to see. The owners were such lovely people and they graciously offered us wine, cheese, and made our... more

Stayed at the Dinsmore for our 25th Anniversary and the stay was wonderful. The owners are super friendly and extremely helpful for finding anything you might want to do. We walked to both the UVA campus and to the Charlottesville Mall where we found plenty to do, eat and drink. Breakfast was wonderful. Blueberry pancakes and bacon to die for.... more

We were given a gift certificate to The Dinsmore House in Charlottesville, VA as and for our March birthdays. Our children reside and work in the Washington, D.C. area and wanted us to visit Charlottesville as we drove home from Florida in March of 2008. What a delight The Dinsmore House B&B was. Such friendly owners. Felt right at home.... more