Lisa A
September 23, 2024
On our visit to Colonial Williamsburg, we chose to stay in one of the colonial structures. After much research, we decided on the Robert Carter Kitchen, a quaint, stand-alone house. Not only is it an original structure, but the location was exactly what we were looking for. It sits two buildings from the Governor’s Palace and although it was within walking distance of almost everything, it was still far enough off of Duke of Gloucester Street to avoid the crowds. We loved early morning or evening walks along the Palace Green, as well as the occasional visits to the sheep that bordered the backyard. And honestly, not having to deal with parking in Colonial Williamsburg was a huge plus. For us, the location and convenience were easily worth the price. However, I think it is important to realize that you are staying in a colonial structure modeled after the time period. The bathroom upstairs was a bit small and the stairs were somewhat steep, but we were fine with this. The bed was comfortable (we slept upstairs, although there is a daybed on the main level) along with a fireplace during colder weather. My only complaint would be that when we turned on the air conditioner, it seemed a bit musty in the bedroom upstairs. Overall, however, the experience was very unique and added to the immersion into the history of Williamsburg. I would certainly recommend anyone visiting Colonial Williamsburg stay in a colonial house at least once.