The Essex Inn
Book this B&B online by submitting your travel dates in the box to the right. Nightly rates start at $159.00.
Inn Details
Once used as Union headquarters during the Civil War, this 1850 Greek Revival Mansion offers grand accommodations and convenience to all that Tappahannock, the Middle Peninsula and the Northern Neck have to offer.
Guests can play a round of golf; go fishing or cruising on the Rappahannock River; canoe up one of the many unspoiled creeks; bicycle in town or along beautiful country roads; visit one of the charming towns nearby such as Urbanna; Glouchester; Kilmarnock or Irvington; enjoy a wine tasting at Ingleside or Belle Mount winery or one of the other ten wineries in the area; go antiquing; or visit one of the many historic areas nearby such as Stratford Hall, Fredericksburg, Yorktown and Williamsburg. At night there are many gourmet restaurants in the nearby towns plus a local pub around the corner from the Inn and of course, Tappahannock's landmark seafood restaurant: Lowry’s.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Nearest major city: Richmond, VA (52 miles)
- Directions to property:
From Richmond
Take I-64 East to Route 360 East (Mechanicsville I-64 exit #192 or I-295 exit #37). Follow Route 360 East to Tappahannock - 38 miles and continue thru the commercial district, across Hoskins Creek into town.
From Washington, D.C.
Take I-95 South to the Massoponax (Rt17 South/Rt1) exit #126. At the exit ramp make a right following Route 1 South for approximately a mile. Take a left turn onto Route 17 South. Follow Route 17 South to Tappahannock - for 47 miles.
From Virginia Beach
Take I-64 West to Route 17 North exit. Follow Route 17 North for 70 miles to Tappahannock, continue thru the commercial district, across Hoskins Creek into town. - Nearest major airport: Richmond, VA (RIC) 50 miles
Room Rates (USD American Dollars) All occupancy rates are subject to change - State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: Rooms and Suites
- There are 8 guest accommodations (8 with private baths)
- Single occupancy rate is between $ 169.00 and $ 199.00
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 169.00 and $ 199.00
- The rate for each additional person is $ 39.00
Amenities | In Room | | | Air conditioning | Alarm clock | | Bath robes | CD player | | Ceiling fans | DVD Player | | Desk | Fireplace | | Fridge | Hairdryer | | Internet Service | Ironing Board | | Microwave | Private entrance | | Radio | Satellite/Cable TV | | Telephone | VCR | | Videos | Wi-Fi |  | | On Site | | | Board games | Conference Rooms | | Copier | Fax Machine | | Library | Piano | | Wedding Facilities | Wet bar |
Meals - A Gourmet, Three course breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: 8 am - 10 am
- Breakfast is served in the Breakfast/dining area, In room
- Additional food services included in room rate: Afternoon snacks, tea, beer, wine
- Special meals available: Low Carb, Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
- Our signature dish is Essex Inn Potatoes
Policies - Minimum stay required (2-night minimum stay required on the weekends)
- Smoking is allowed outside only
- Limited accommodations for guest pets (Please see our website for pet policy.)
- Limitations on children staying
- No childcare is provided
- Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Wine and Beer are available)
- Deposit amount required (A credit card is required to guarantee a reservation.)
- Check in time is 3 PM - 9 PM and Check out time is 11 PM
- Cancellations:
We have a seven-day (one week) cancellation policy and charge a $10 handling fee for cancellations. If your must cancel your reservation, please cancel at least 7 days prior to the first day of your reservation in order to receive a refund less a $10 handling charge. Certain weekends and group reservations may be subject to extended cancellation periods. Cancellations made by email will not be considered unless you receive an email reply from the inn. It is suggested that unless you hear from us by email after canceling, you backup your cancellation by phone. - Accepted by the following agencies:
- AAA
- Bed and Breakfast Association of Virginia
- Professional Association Innkeepers Int'l
- Select Registry
- Chamber of Commerce
Innkeepers - Innkeeper(s): Reeves and Melodie Pogue
Civil War history, Cuisine, Literature, Cinema, Nature - The innkeepers speak: English
- There are 3 cats on the property
Area Attractions Amusement Park, Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Beach, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Stratford Hall, Yorktown, Williamsburg, Fredericksburg, Outlet Stores, Picnic area, River, Vineyard, Winery Onsite or Nearby Activities Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Massages, Historic Programs, Festivals, Civil War Sites, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming, Water sports Tappahannock Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Tappahannock, Virginia.
Contact Information
 
The Essex Inn203 E. Duke St. Tappahannock, VA 22560 USA
| Phone: | +1-804-443-9900 | | Toll-free: | +1-866-377-3982 |
Innkeeper(s)
Reeves and Melodie Pogue
Rates:
$169 - $199
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