![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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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlottesville by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlottesville by IHGPantops, 2.8 km from Monticello
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Clean rooms, excellent staff, the best breakfast."
Maria
The price is P5,283
P6,038 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Hilton Garden Inn Charlottesville
Hilton Garden Inn CharlottesvillePantops, 2 km from Monticello
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (977)
"The hotel was friendly, clean and modern."
Linda
The price is P6,279
P7,176 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Comfort Inn Monticello
Comfort Inn Monticello2.3 km from Monticello
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Great hotel "
Brooke
The price is P4,541
P5,190 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15
Residence Inn by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown
Residence Inn by Marriott Charlottesville DowntownStarr Hill, 3.7 km from Monticello
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (478)
"Good location , clean and good breakfast "
Jennifer
The price is P7,517
P8,592 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Dinsmore Boutique Inn
Dinsmore Boutique InnVenable, 4.7 km from Monticello
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (333)
"Charming, historic inn with comfortable beds. Staff was attentive and welcoming. Walkable to UVA campus, and dining options. "
Nancy
The price is P9,028
P10,319 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Omni Charlottesville Hotel
Omni Charlottesville HotelNorth Downtown, 3.6 km from Monticello
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Super location, friendly staff, clean and comfy rooms."
Hatice
The price is P8,500
P9,715 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
The Draftsman, Charlottesville, University, Autograph Collection Hotel
The Draftsman, Charlottesville, University, Autograph Collection Hotel10th and Page, 4.6 km from Monticello
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (329)
"very nice stay"
Sofia
The price is P10,031
P11,465 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University AreaFifeville, 3.6 km from Monticello
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (942)
"The room was clean. We asked to be moved as there was a noisy party in the room directly above ours. The desk clerk promptly moved us. I had just had surgery at UVA and needed a peaceful night.
The lotion proved by the hotel had been used prior to my opening it. It was almost empty. Needless to say, I discarded it."
Teresa
The price is P5,757
P6,581 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Little Mod Hotel at the University
Little Mod Hotel at the UniversityVenable, 5 km from Monticello
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (290)
"Excellent location and cleanliness!"
Rachel
Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHG
Kimpton The Forum Hotel by IHGUVA, 7 km from Monticello
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (418)
"The staff was friendly and courteous. The lobby is beautiful and inviting. Rooms were clean and updated. "
janis
The price is P10,625
P12,144 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 5 - Feb 6
Hampton Inn & Suites Charlottesville-At the University
Hampton Inn & Suites Charlottesville-At the University10th and Page, 4.4 km from Monticello
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (983)
"Great central location and clean and comfortable beds."
Mirna
The price is P7,009
P8,011 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22
English Inn of Charlottesville
English Inn of CharlottesvilleThe Meadows, 6.2 km from Monticello
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2692)
"Terrific place to stay to explore Charlottesville "
Robert
The price is P5,176
P6,120 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 22 - Jan 23
Home2 Suites by Hilton Charlottesville Downtown
Home2 Suites by Hilton Charlottesville DowntownNorth Downtown, 3.5 km from Monticello
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (748)
"Great location!"
Elena
The price is P6,181
P7,065 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16
Oakhurst Inn at the University
Oakhurst Inn at the UniversityJefferson Park Avenue, 5.3 km from Monticello
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (531)
"Great location if your plans include a visit to the university campus. Room was comfortable and clean. "
Jed
Hyatt Place Charlottesville
Hyatt Place Charlottesville7.2 km from Monticello
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"We have stayed at the property approximately three times and it has always been awesome. The property is currently undergoing upgrades and the front desk staff was great about letting everyone know the hours when work would be occurring. "
Sharen
The price is P8,250
P9,430 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Homewood Suites by Hilton Charlottesville, VA
Homewood Suites by Hilton Charlottesville, VAThe Meadows, 6.5 km from Monticello
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Good room, good location, good breakfast "
Jason
The price is P7,155
P8,178 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charlottesville-UVA, VA
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Charlottesville-UVA, VAThe Meadows, 6.4 km from Monticello
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1121)
"Best country inn and suites we have ever stayed at. Clean room and very good breakfast. Would stay again."
Joshua
The price is P5,823
P6,655 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
The Doyle Hotel
The Doyle HotelStarr Hill, 3.9 km from Monticello
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (994)
"Clean rooms with a fantastic location!"
Shelly
The price is P7,408
P8,467 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Keswick Hall
Keswick Hall7.6 km from Monticello
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (63)
"Excellent staff very beautiful property "
Richart
The price is P36,120
P43,956 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Graduate by Hilton Charlottesville
Graduate by Hilton CharlottesvilleVenable, 4.8 km from Monticello
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (19)
"Great service,cute place,good location,great for kids,had everything we needed "
Brooks
The price is P6,164
P7,046 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
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Omni Charlottesville Hotel
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