Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles

4.0 star property
4-star Colonial B&B near Cape Charles Beach

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Exterior
Beach nearby
Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Alyce Wilson Room) | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Comfort Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (Georgie Wilson Room) | Pillowtop beds, individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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403 Tazewell Ave, Cape Charles, VA, 23310
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Charles Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Oyster Farm Marina
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Room options

Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Alyce Wilson Room)

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, Garden View (James Wilson Room)

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite (Georgie Wilson Room)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub (Virginia Wilson)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Cape Charles

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Historic Downtown Cape Charles B&B, you'll find Chesapeake Bay and Cape Charles Beach. Central Park and Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Central Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cape Charles Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cape Charles Museum & Welcome Center - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Oyster Farm Marina - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kiptopeke State Park - 16 min drive - 12.7 miles

Getting around

  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Small’s Smokehouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Top China - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Shanty - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles

4-star Colonial B&B near Cape Charles Beach
Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a business center on site. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. A library, barbecue grills, and a picnic area are also featured at Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Cape Charles bed & breakfast.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1906
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles offers 3 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 11 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover.

We should mention

  • Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Bay Haven Cape Charles
Bay Haven Inn Cape Charles
Bay Haven Inn
Bay Haven Of Cape Charles
Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles Cape Charles
Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles Bed & breakfast
Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles Bed & breakfast Cape Charles

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles to the airport?

Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles is 39.3 mi (50-min drive) away from the Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles.

How close is Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is a short 10-minute walk from Cape Charles Beach and 10.6 mi (15-min drive) from Wilkins Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles offer free breakfast?

Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles offers free continental breakfast every day from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM.

Is there free parking at Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles have a pool?

Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles does not have a pool.

Does Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles to downtown Cape Charles?

Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles is 0.1 mi away from Cape Charles.

Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael g

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Very nice place, and staff was very accommodating! Close to everything! Definitely one of my favorite B&B’s that I’ve stayed at!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily

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Would recommend this stay to anyone! So lovely
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

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Everything was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

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Beautifully restored house with gorgeous landscaping! The owners were incredibly helpful, knowledgeable and friendly! Sit-down breakfast was delicious but they also accommodated on another day with a yummy to-go breakfast when we had to leave early for a kayak tour. Bed was incredibly comfortable and room had everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Inn was wonderful! Wish we could have stayed longer!! Great downtown area!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

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Delightful discovery

Tammy is a wonderful hostess and chef. We enjoyed her hospitality and delicious breakfast. Our room was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna

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Loved our stay in Cape Charles and Bay Haven Inn. Had the best breakfast and hospitality was amazing! Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Beautiful historic house, super friendly host, delicious breakfast! Such a cute town
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Very nice B&B. Great location. Jim and Tammy super hosts. Delightful breakfast. Great porch, breakfast and very restful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfection!

This B&B was absolute perfection. From the beautiful decor, the fantastic bedding, and delicious breakfasts, our hosts excelled at catering to their guests' every need. They were welcoming, helpful, and easy to deal with. The location was great! This was our first visit but it will not be our last!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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The owner is fantastic and the inn was fabulously festive for the holiday season!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Julia

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This charming B&B was everything I had hoped for! It is a beautifully maintained historic home that is decorated with period pieces. Lovely fall decor was in every room of the house as well as outside the Inn, which gave it a sense of occasion. My room was cozy, and had all the amenities any traveler would want. The inn keepers attended to every detail that made this Inn the unique treasure that it is. Lively conversation with the owners and the other guests accompanied the gourmet breakfasts each morning. Centrally located in Cape Charles, I was able to walk to shops, restaurants, a spa, and the local brewery and distillery. I highly recommend Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue

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A True Gem

If in the area, this is the place to stop. Spacious rooms with appropriate furniture. Relaxing atmosphere. There is not much in the town for shopping and such, but The Shanty restaurant had good food with a relaxed atmosphere. The Inn was so inviting that you would not want just a one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
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10/10 Excellent

LisaP

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Tammy and Jim are wonderful hosts and very knowledable of the area. If your looking for peace and relaxation this is your haven, welcome to Mayberry!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Didn't want to leave!

Just returned from our 2nd visit to the Bay Haven Inn. You need to visit! Tammy and Jim are the most gracious hosts you will ever meet. Breakfast is incredible! Location is perfect!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Continued perfection

Jim and Tammy continue to out do themselves with hospitality and outstanding food. We love the central location. The porch provided room to invite local friends over to enjoy the evening with us. A concert in the park behind the in. Was a lovely way to spend an evening with picnic set ups provided by Tammy and Jim! You will not be disappointed
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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WOW

This was our 3rd year staying at the Bay Haven Inn, and again everything was wonderful. Cape Charles is a great place to visit but, even if it wasn't, you still must go and hang out with Jim and Tammy. It will certainly be worth the trip.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

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Lovely Stay at Bay Haven Inn

My husband and I enjoyed our time in Cape Charles very much last week. Our hosts at Bay Haven could not have been more kind and helpful. The Inn is comfortable and inviting and breakfast was just delightful! We will definitely look forward to our next visit...hopefully we wont have to wait too long!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Second stay even better than the first!

This was our second stay at Bay Haven Inn and Tammy some how managed to make it even better than the first. Our room was lovely with it's fresh coat of paint. The bed was super comfy and the shower was super. This time we got to enjoy the flowers! Her garden is not to be missed. Tammy is heavily involved in the local community as well so she's a wealth of knowledge about happenings around town and the local scene. We had to leave early the next morning but Tammy was still able to accommodate us with a yummy breakfast before we hit the road. Highly recommend this Inn for your stay in Cape Charles.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Cozy bed and breakfast walk to town, beach and res

The best breakfast ever.. staff was exceptional. The grounds are beautifully maintained and walking distance to anything you want.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Relax

Outstanding in every way! Jim and Tammy are the consummate hosts. Everything was as advertised.
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Lovely restored 100+ year-old home now a B&B located in the beautiful, charming setting of Cape Charles on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. We plan to return.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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A very special place

This was our second time to the Bay Haven Inn. It is warm and inviting, and Tammy and Jim the best hosts. We felt very comfortable staying at Bay Haven and will be back again. The rooms are beautifully decorated and very clean. The Bay Haven Inn and the town of Cape Charles are both pleasant places to visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Plan your stay at this amazing B&B

The Bay Haven Inn and its innkeepers, Tammy and Jim, provided an outstanding B&B experience. The location is walking distance to the beach, restaurants and shops. Breakfast is outstanding! There is ample street parking, wifi, comfortable beds, relaxing front porch, beverage station overall very clean property. The area is rich in history and provides a wonderful haven from the hustle and bustle.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Fabulous

Tammy and Jim Holloway are the epitome of the word host. Everything was perfect. Comfortable. Clean. Yummy. This is a must do vacation venue.