Ragland Mansion Bed & Breakfast

This is a beautiful old property that is superbly decorated and maintained. It was like stepping back in time to the 19th century. Even more impressive than the property is the owner/proprietor, Claudia. What a marvelous host! Informative, engaging and very welcoming. My wife & I enjoyed talking with her, learning about her and learning about the Petersburg area. Staying at the Ragland Mansion was a highlight of our trip!

Historic mansion in historic section of Petersburg. Better than the chains; excellent value

Claudia is an amazing host. Everything you need is provided. We will definitely stay again if the opportunity arises.

Wonderful property and Claudia the innkeeper was delightful.

Relaxing, great service, had snacks and drinks available in the evening, and delicious breakfast! The rooms were spacious!

We enjoyed our stay. Claudia was a most gracious host. The place was beautiful and the accommodations were comfortable. Breakfast was delicious. Complimentary wine — a nice touch. We definitely recommend the Ragland Mansion!

Our room (library room) was very nice, clean, and comfortable. The breakfast was amazing. Claudia, the innkeeper, was very charming, hospitable, and friendly. If I am ever back in Petersburg, I will definitely stay at the Ragland Mansion again.

As a road-tripper who can’t resist a Civil War site, the Petersburg National Battlefield lured me to Petersburg VA. Then I was lured by the Ragland Mansion B&B. Petersburg is a really old town which is showing both age and rebirth, and no doubt the Ragland is playing a role in this new era. What a gem. I arrived near sunset; the light on the brick façade was stunning. The parking lot was a little tight and I was unsure how to get in, but the owner came out to greet me. What a welcoming environment. The grounds are lovingly tended and the entry is eye-popping. High ceilings with intricate carvings, soaring staircases. Victorian furniture, art and lighting. (Ask Claudia about Joseph Cotton and Black-Jack Pershing.) Choose from several breakfast options and let the staff know the time. Stroll into town for dinner. Blocks of ancient and empty buildings, some of which were there during the Siege of Petersburg. But new restaurants, coffee shops and live music can be seen. The sushi place was good. My room at Ragland was spacious and quiet. Love the clawfoot tub. The wooden writing desk made me want to trade my laptop for a quill pen. There’s a TV but it felt almost disrespectful to turn it on. Firm mattress, hot shower, coffeemakers everywhere. Breakfast came at the perfect time. The amazing architecture of the Ragland is matched by the charming hospitality of Claudia and her team.

We felt so fortunate to find Claudia's lovely Ragland Mansion B&B in historic Petersburg. Our room was spacious and the bed the most comfortable of a long trip, and breakfast delicious. Petersburg and the mansion itself are filled with a history worth understanding. The old section of town is being restored and worth exploring. Dinner at Brick House Run was delicious. Claudia, thanks again for the conversations.