The Main House was originally connected to the nearby Rivanna River by seven tiered terraces and is a classic example of Federal Style architecture. Original wide plank floors, paneled walls, fireplaces and crystal chandeliers grace the public rooms. Five rooms and suites, located on the second floor of the Main House, offer views of the lawns. Nine other guestrooms, some with outdoor garden patios, are located in the restored dependencies on the estate grounds. Two of the premier garden suites have private Jacuzzis.
Modern bathrooms feature multi-head showers, luxurious linens, waffle cotton bathrobes and slippers.
All rooms in the main house have extra little touches to make you feel at home, including mini stereo CD player with a library of CD's, book collections, and crystal decanters of port and sherry. All guestrooms are individually appointed with antiques and tasteful fine fabrics. A day at Clifton begins with an early morning beverage tray and newspaper delivered to each room. Both a continental buffet and full breakfast service is included in the room rate. Piano music in The Drawing Room is scheduled on weekends.