We just spent the weekend at the Meander Inn and had a wonderful time. The setting is beautiful along the Rockfish River, and the Inn is set high on a rocky mound overlooking acres of horse country. In addition, there are multiple animals, including a pair of geese roaming rhe grounds, plus a large assortment of dogs, cats, and birds. The breakfast each morning is elegantly served in a lovely dining room.

The innkeepers are not your average folk, and the ambiance at the Inn is not typical of our experiences elsewhere. We found it almost like being a home away from home. Far from stuffy, it's a fun place. The owners of the inn interact with guests a great deal, and have a great sense of humor. Of course, they're quite knowledgeable about the area, and more than willing to give you advise.

If you looking for a stuffy inn experience, this is NOT your place. But for a good time, try the Meander Inn.

The nice surroundings and a wife who tried to be cordial did
did not stop the male host of the Meander Inn from making us feel defensive and anything but relaxed during our stay.
He referred to Virginians as "inbreds" and on several occasion called my daughter and I "schmucks." (I'm not kidding)
I am an open minded person and want to meet people of other backgrounds, but our host, a European Count, was arrogant and rude most of the time. He said he did'nt care what he might say because he already had our credit card number. He verbally attacked some local teens who were landscaping his property by making fun of them and their appearance. The "Count" proceeded to tell me the W.War II dictator Mussolini was a hero.
He said not to eat the local food because we would need a toilet plunger. He generally was dismissive of America in general.
I swear that every word I say is true. Do you think we felt like
relaxed GUESTS?

I booked a stay in December of 2005. Upon arrival at the appointed time, I found the Inn completely empty except for a cat. No cars, no sign of life. We called, knocked and waited for 20 minutes before calling it quits and driving back to Charlottesville to find a hotel. On the way, I got one of the proprietors of the B&B – Mr. San Giorgio – on the phone. He informed me that he had seen our car, and because we left, he was going to charge us for the room anyway. I protested that we had waited for 20 minutes, if he were there, why didn’t he open the door? He simply shrugged this off and said he was going to charge us anyway and hung up on me. He was extremely rude and unaccommodating. Later that afternoon, we spoke with Mrs. San Giorgio, who, after much discussion, and offering of vouchers to come back another time—as if we would after the appalling treatment at the hands of her husband!—agreed to give us a refund. That was the last we were to hear from them. Five months and several calls later, I finally got a response: “what refund?” The aggravation and disrespect from the innkeepers – particularly Mr. San Giorgio - was simply unwarranted and unacceptable.

Please, stay away from the Meander Inn!!!

We were delighted with our stay at the Meander Inn. The innkeepers are hospitable and accomodating. They go out of their way to make you comfortable and welcome. You should note that the Inn has changed hands since the 2003 unfavorable review you show. I found it much preferable to Wintergreen's accomodations. If you need to be in the Nellysford area, this is a delightful choice.