The Watson House

My husband and I recently spent a wonderful week-end with our son and daughter-in-law at the Watson House in Chincoteague, Virginia. This charming victorian home met and exceeded all of our expectations. Bob and Carole Mabin, the owners, were a wealth of information about the area and the breakfasts were most delicious. We would highly recommend the B&B to anyone who would like a getaway to a more quiet, charming era.

Bob & Carol were great hosts & gave great suggestions of things to do during our stay.

Had a marvelous time at The Watson House. Breakfasts were, to put it mildly, incredible. And Bob and Carole could not have been more perfect hosts. Highly recommended.

My wife and I selected this place at the last minute and were very lucky. The innkeepers are extremely accommodating and helpful and really made our short time in Chincoteague better than it otherwise would have been. We'd never been to Virginia's Eastern Shore before, but the innkeepers volunteered all kinds of information and advice. They lend out all sorts of things to their guests as well--bikes, park passes, binoculars, etc.-- and will even let you return them after check out time. The house itself is well-kept and in as good a shape as one can expect a structure to be in after more than a century on the sea coast. The rooms are generally a bit small, and the couch in the Bay View where we stayed is more form than function, but these are just nit-picks that really didn't detract from our experience. The one actual negative about our whole experience was that the toilet in our bathroom had a flange that wasn't sealing properly and it would top-off the tank every hour or so and that made it a little hard to sleep. I suspect they'll fix that. Breakfast was delicious, fresh baked biscuits, muffins, french toast, sausage, fruit, and yogurt. They have free tea and coffee available pretty much all day. If we're ever back in Chincoteague I wouldn't think twice about staying there again.

Always a great stay at the Watson House. Carole & Bob think of every little detail. Fine food,fine accommodations and best of all fine conversation. Best place to stay in Chincoteague. Rain or shine. Ken & Jeanne M.

I took my fiance to The Watson House for his birthday getaway and we enjoyed every minute. The home is cozy, Bob and Carole are very great hosts, and we had delicious breakfasts. If we come back to Chincoteague we will be sure to visit again.

The bikes! We loved your quaint home in Chincoteague. We started each day with a little jog in the wildlife reserve, and after a shower we joined the other house guests on the porch for a fresh homemade breakfast and delishious coffee. Then, at a leisurely pace, we would load up two bicycles and take our time peddling over to the beach. Just our speed. We enjoyed the experience thoroughly! Edith and Tim.

Bob and Carole are terriffic hosts. it is great to have all you need for the beach right there. I also enjoyed biking in the mornings. The breakfasts on the porch could not have been better. They even accommodated my vegetarian husband. We will return again and again.

Everything is good at The Watson House but the food and environment for breakfast is excellent!

Very nice people, helpful w/touring details and called to make dinner reservations. Room lovely, clean. Highly recommended. Right on main street.

Outstanding hospitality, amenities and breakfast. Spanish empanadas, cheese blintzes, fresh fruit, mimosas...oh my... Staying at the Watson House made the weekend perfect, we had everything we needed for a great beach town stay! Thank you Bob and Carole!

This was our first time at a bed and breakfast, and we had a lovely experience! Bob was an excellent host. I would definitely stay there again.

Lovely atmosphere, fabulous breakfast, sincere hosts. We had a lovely time that was only made possible by the friendliness and suggestions of the hosts. Can't wait to go back!

We were very pleased with the Watson House, this was our first visit to a B & B and it won't be our last. Our hosts were wonderful, the room was quiet, the food was outstanding!!

My wife and I were looking to go to Chincoteague to have a weekend away from our kids and we stumbled upon the Watson house. The location rooms and feel of the place were all perfect. Our hosts were beyond accommodating and the food was amazing. Since we like to explore new places I don't say this often; we will definitely go back!

This was my first stay at a Bed and Breakfast and it was fantastic! Bob and Carol were very personable and answered every question that I had and a few I didn't think to ask. The food was wonderful and the room very relaxing after a day of hiking and biking. I will definitely consider staying at another Bed and Breakfast in the future.

This was by far one of the best mini vacations we've ever had. The host (Clyde included) were wonderful The food was delicious, the views spectacular, the tours were inspiring, the people in the town were so nice. All of this equals the best weekend ever.

The house is lovely, as are the owners. It's obvious that they care about their reputation and guests. Little touches abound -- mimosas on the veranda with breakfast, a to-go bag of baked goodies, etc. We had a very relaxing time: stayed at the "Front Porch" room, which came with a neat sun room, complete with TV; enjoyed a glass of wine on the great wrap-around porch; took a bike ride around the Island on the complimentary bikes. My only improvement suggestion would be that the beach gear for the guests could use some updating -- more variety, newer towels, beach chairs, etc. - a relatively small investment, but would have a big impact. All in all: a great value and a great time, would highly recommend.

The Watson House has it all - great location, wonderful hosts, excellent food, and competitively priced. Lots of little extras that make the experience a relaxing and stress-free one.

We both needed to get away. The Watson House was a relaxing and perfectly situated location that more than exceeded our goals for the trip. Mostly we didn't have any other goal than to make it to breakfast in the morning so that we could enjoy the MANY delicious options available. We fished, rode bikes, went to the beach, hit the church consignment store, talked with the resident outside cat and generally wandered around a great little community. Met some great people in various stores, restaurants, museums etc. Everyone had a story to tell. People really enjoy living in Chincoteague. We had deep, restorative sleep at night and a good nap during the day. It was a super getaway, close to home and not at all like many "beach" towns that cater to loud, flashy, expensive, touristy pastimes. The beach was beautiful, clean and the kites flew perfectly. I'm looking forward to visiting again and thank you Bob and Carole for being lovely hosts.

Bob & Carole provided excellent guidance to make our stay fantastic! The house was very welcoming and clean, and Carole is an amazing cook! The wraparound porch provided a relaxing hangout for mornings and evenings. We could come and go as we pleased. Bob & Carole were in tune to all details, even providing beach cruisers for us to ride to the secluded beach. We will definitely return! Ellen Shive

This is a marvelous B&B, with Victorian style inside and out. The innkeepers, Carole and Bob, are the very definition of what good hosts should be, gracious and personable. The breakfasts are gourmet, and dining on the wraparound porch is a thoroughly enjoyable way to begin the morning. The rooms are all charming, clean, and comfortable. And the happy memories will linger on until your next visit.

The Watson House is very warm & charming. Bob & Carole are gracious hosts that make you feel very comfortable. Carole's breakfasts are awesome.

We googled "Chincoteague Bed and Breakfast", and Watson House was the second place on our list. All the rooms were beautiful, period furniture, private baths. Ours had a small private sitting room as well. Central air downstairs, and each guest room with it's own AC unit, which was most welcome: we were in Chincoteague at the beginning of the summer heatwave! Bob and Carole were helpful and gracious without being intrusive. Bob made dinner reservations, and made valuable recommendations on what to see, including the AC'd motor bus tour of Assateague, which was one of the best things we did on our trip. Carole is a wonderful cook, and makes her recipes available to any guest who asks. We definitely plan on returning to Chincoteague, and we plan on staying at the Watson House, even though there are many other charming places in town. This place is worth a special trip.

Bob and Carol probably weren't responsible for the lovely weather we had in Chincoteague, but they were responsible for the rest of the good things that accompanied our stay. We slept in the Bird's Nest, which was quiet and spacious. No television, but the ceiling fan soothed us to sleep. The breakfasts were amazing and made it hard to lever ourselves up from our chairs to go to the beach. Fortunately, we could borrow chairs to sit on at the beach from the Watson House-- as well as beach towels, sunscreen, bikes to ride to the beach, and binoculars with which to watch the wildlife. Bob took great care of us with directions to everything we might have wanted to see, as well as recommendations; and he made us dinner reservations every evening. In short, a wonderful and relaxing weekend made possible by the great hospitality at the Watson House.

Breakfasts were terrific, rooms were quaint, innkeepers very helpful - made dinner/cruise reservations for us. Beach items were available (chairs down to sunscreen!) Had a great stay!

Reluctantly my husband agreed to try a B&B "one last time." Our wonderful stay at The Watson House changed his view ... Bob and Carole were fabulous hosts ... helpful not intrusive and they have thought of every convenience: bicycles to tour the island, beach chairs and towels, great recommendations for how best to experience Chincoteague, Assateague and wonderful seafood restaurants ... and, perfect for my "I'm not a morning person" husband, the option to sit at individual tables on the porch for the most delicious breakfasts you can imagine. I'm recommending them to everyone I know!

This was my first time staying at the Watson House, and I had a great time. Bob the innkeeper knew everything about the island, and he let us use his bikes even after we checked out. He got us to a part of the beach that was very isolated and I plan to go back again.

We had never stayed in a Bed & Breakfast before but after this experience we will be searching for more to visit and will certainly come back to The Watson House on our next visit to Chincoteague! Bob and Carole Mabin are excellent hosts and the breakfast was to die for! Cleanliness, overall appearance and relaxation was to the very maxium!

The Watson House was the most enjoyable time I've had at a B&B to date. My wife and I have made a habit of choosing B&B's over other types of lodging the last few years and the Watson House has been my favorite stay. Our room was upgraded as there was a last minute cancellation. It was spacious and comfortable. The food was outstanding and there was plenty of it. Our host was very helpful with bike trails, beaches, and restaurant recommendations, but was never obtrusive. We are looking forward to a return.

Bob and Caole were the most gracious innkeepers we have ever met. They did lots of little "extras". Water bottles in our in-room refrigerator each night so they were ready for our morning biking/beach adventures. They also packed us muffins in the morning to eat while out biking. The kindness of Bob and Carole seems to have no end!

The Watson House offers old time Victorian charm, convenient to local shops and restaurants, wonderful amenities with rooms that are spacious, allowing one to relax comfortably. Having a wonderful breakfast on the wrap-around porch on a sunny morning starts the day in a relaxed mode setting the stage for a great day of exploring in Chincoteague. Who wouldn’t feel eager to begin a day after being served a glorious breakfast of Praline French Toast with apple sausage? Of course, that is only one example of the excellent breakfasts that awaits one, and all are complimented with Orange juice, coffee, tea, and/or a delicious Mimosa. We spent two nights at the Watson House in November of 2007. Our hosts, Bob & Carole made us feel so welcome with their gracious hospitality that it was an easy decision to marry there on May 3, 2008. With a total of six in our party, Bob and Carole went above and beyond to ensure our weekend went smoothly. Their suggestions and assistance resulted in a beautiful wedding with Bob stepping in to photograph, and Carole setting up the dining room for a cake and champagne reception. While the Watson House is beautiful, as are many Bed & Breakfasts, one’s stay is only as good as the owners. Because of Bob and Carole, both of our retreats to the Watson House were a welcoming haven of comfort and serenity leaving us with a lifetime of precious memories. We are looking forward to our next visit there.

I've been to The Watson House several times which is a testimonial in itself. The welcoming hospitality of the innkeepers, Carole & Bob, along with their exceptional breakfasts and willingness to assist in making my time there an enjoyable experience are a few examples of why I've returned to The Watson House. It is ever so private as well so whether I am reading a novel on their wrap around porch or chatting with a guest at breakfast or snatching one of their signature biscotti cookies with a cup of tea in the afternoon, I feel right at home. I think you should check it out and the location is fabulous with access to beach, wildlife, biking/hiking, the wondeful park, etc., etc.