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Barclay Cottage Bed and Breakfast

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  • Barclay Cottage is a gentle and gentile place to enjoy Virginia Beach at any time of the year.

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  • Barclay Cottage Bed and Breakfast Video: Ocean breezes, home baking, verandas with wicker chairs and rockers all await you at Barclay Cottage Bed and Breakfast. We look forward to welcoming you to our romantic Victorian Inn. Built in 1895, a school for 50 years, and accepting guests since 1917, it is the most historic lodging facility in Hampton Roads. Located on a quiet street in a residential neighborhood, it is just a two minute walk to the ocean and the hustle bustle of the resort area. The Cottage is completely modernized with such conveniences as jetted spa tubs and free WIFI, yet has antique furniture and hand made quilts, bringing you the feeling of yesterday with the comfort of today. Relax on our porches and patios, rock in a rocking chair or curl up with a book in one of our reading nooks and leave your cares behind.BOOK ONLINE CLICK AVAILABILTY CALENDAR

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  • Inn Details

    Ocean breezes, home baking, verandas with wicker chairs and rockers all await you at Barclay Cottage Bed and Breakfast. We look forward to welcoming you to our romantic Victorian Inn. Built in 1895, a school for 50 years, and accepting guests since 1917, it is the most historic lodging facility in Hampton Roads. Located on a quiet street in a residential neighborhood, it is just a two minute walk to the ocean and the hustle bustle of the resort area. The Cottage is completely modernized with such conveniences as jetted spa tubs and free WIFI, yet has antique furniture and hand made quilts, bringing you the feeling of yesterday with the comfort of today. Relax on our porches and patios, rock in a rocking chair or curl up with a book in one of our reading nooks and leave your cares behind.BOOK ONLINE CLICK AVAILABILTY CALENDAR

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Sailing,fishing,history,golf,woodcarving,quilting,sewing,gourmet cooking

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • French


    Number of Dogs: 1

    Other Pets: Dog in owners' quarters only.

    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Anticipating needs

    • Close to Beach and Resort activities

    • Home away from home ambience

    • Superior service and attention to detail

    • Upscale amenities and many extras

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • Desk

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Radio

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • Computer

    • Copier

    • DVD Player

    • In-room internet<br />

    • Fax Machine

    • Library

    • Private entrance

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • Oldest and most romantic lodging facility.

    • Full ABC license

    • Jetted Spa-tubs in some rooms

    • Free WIFI throughout property

    • Fresh Beach Towels Daily, Beach Chairs& Umbrellas

    • Guest Beach Cruiser Bicycles

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  • Military Rate (active duty)

    10/31/2011 - 12/31/2012

    We have always offered a 20% discount to all active duty military members and will continue to do so. There are no extra charges at Barclay Cottage Bed and Breakfast Our daily rate always includes: multi course gourmet breakfast; parking; WIFI; snacks and hot and cold beverages 24/7; freshly baked cookies every afternoon; wine for a nitecap; fresh beach towels daily;beach chairs and umbrellas, boogie boards for wave riding; beach cruiser bicycles; and lots of other amenities not usually found in Virginia Beach lodgings. Come stay before or after a deployment and spend some special together time with your Sweetie.

    Frequest Guest Program

    10/31/2011 - 12/31/2012

    Stay at Barclay Cottage Bed and Breakfast on four separate occasions get two nights FREE. Ask the Innkeepers for your Frequent Guest Program Card and keep track of how close you are to earning FREE nights. Free nights must be taken between September 30 and May 15(NOT during summer High season)

    Think Free Romantic Getaway

    10/31/2011 - 12/31/2012

    Don't worry about arranging a Romantic Getaway - Let us do the thinking for you! Add on package consists of wine and cheese tray and single red rose on arrival; fabulous couples' massage at the A.R.E. Health Spa; dinner at Zoe's Restaurant - one of the top restaurants in Virginia. Add $300 to room charges.

    Tanks For Visiting Barclay Cottage

    10/31/2011 - 5/14/2012

    CAR POOL TO THE COTTAGE 2 couples traveling together in same vehicle get $25.00 OFF PER ROOM PER NIGHT to help fill your gas tank. May not be combined with any other offers or discounts. Only for stays before 5/15/2012. Valid Until May 15, 2012

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  • Hot Deal: ROCKFISHING MIDWEEK SPECIAL - 2 DAYS

    • 2/8/2012 - 2/15/2012
    • Regular rate:$210
    • Savings:24%
    • Discount rate:$160

    Two nights midweek at the beach in our cozy inn. Full gourmet breakfast every morning. Charter Boat trips run 2x daily and Wednesday 8-4 Put together your own charter or let the Virginia Beach Fishing Center put you with a make up charter. 22% off rate for room with shared bath. (Call to see if deal available on room w/queen bed and private bath) 2/14-3/1

    Lillian's Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $135/$250

    Large first floor room with queen size bed and private bath with jetted spa-tub. Miss Lillian's classroom in Miss Barclay's School. Pictures of Miss Lillian as a child, antiques from Victoian era. BOOK THIS ROOM ONLINE - CLICK ON "AVAILABILITY CALENDAR

    Lighthouse Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $135/$250

    Cozy first floor room with queen bed and private bath with jetted spa-tub. Lighthouses everywhere! BOOK THIS ROOM ONLINE - CLICK ON "AVAILABILITY CALENDAR

    Alice's Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $135/$250

    Second floor room with queen bed and large private bath with soaking tub/shower. Charles Lutwig Dodgson's (Lewis Carroll) Alice in Wonderland motif BOOK THIS ROOM ONLINE - CLICK ON "AVAILABILITY CALENDAR"

    Garden Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $110/$210

    Second floor room with king size bed and shared bathroom across the hall. All hearts and flowers this room is a garden of delights! BOOK THIS ROOM ONLINE - CLICK ON "AVAILABILITY CALENDAR"

    Shore Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      2 Twin

    • Bathroom

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $110/$210

    Second floor room with Euro-king bed (a little shorter than regular king) or two twin beds and shared bath across the hall. BOOK THIS ROOM ONLINE - CLICK ON AVAILABILITY CALENDAR

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3-6 PM    Check out: 11AM

    • Minimum stay: 2 nites weekends in season - 3 nites on major holiday weekends

    • Deposit amount required: 50% of total amount of stay by credit card at time of reservation on phone or online by clicking on &quot;AVAILABILITY CALENDAR&quot; at top left of screen

    • Cancellations: Deposit will be refunded if cancellation is received 14 days or more prior to arrival date. For later cancellation or shortening stay, there is no refund unless the room is re-rented (All changes subject to $25 charge).

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Full ABC license. Bottled wine and champagne available

    • Drinks available: Y

    • Children allowed: Each room accommodates 2 adults only

    • Suitable for children: No

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • AAA
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 0

    • AARP
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 0

    • Military
      Percent off: 20% Days required: 0

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: at 9:00 am

    • Serving location: Dining Area or we can pack a, Sunrise Breakfast "to go" by advance request, Breakfast/dining area

    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Signature Dish

    Quiche Lorraine
    Decadently creamy quiche with ham or bacon and extra cheese. PLEASE ADVISE us of any FOOD ALLERGIES, FOODS YOU DON'T EAT, or FOODS YOU STRONGLY DISLIKE by explaining in the "Notes" section when you BOOK ONLINE - by clicking on the "AVAILABILITY CALENDAR" AT THE TOP LEFT of this screen

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • by advance request

    Additional food services

    • Complimentary hot & cold drinks

    • Complimentary self-serve snacks

    • FULL ABC LICENSE

    • Fresh baked cookies

    Recipes

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Barclay Cottage Oven Baked French Toast
    Serves: 8
    Prep time: 1 hr

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  • Location Type

    • Historic Neighborhood

    • Beachside

    • Oceanside

    City

    • Virginia Beach

    • Distance to city: 0 miles

    • Directions to property:
      I-64 East to I-264 East. I-264 turns to 21st Street at the Oceanfront. Take right on Arctic and go south 5 blocks. Barclay Cottage is on corner of 16th and Arctic. Parking lot is in rear off of Arctic.

    Airport

    • Norfolk, VA (ORF) 18 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Exit airport and take I-64 East toward, Virginia Beach and Chesapeake. Get off I-64 onto I-264 East to Virginia Beach Oceanfront. Follow directions above.

    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • Very large beach recreational area

    • Free Street and Beach Entertainment

    • Whale & Dolphin watching

    • Golf Courses and Tennis Courts Nearby

    • Oldest Lighthouse

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Zoo

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bicycles

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Rollerblading/rollerskating

    • Para-sailing

    • Whale and Dolphin Watching

    • 9 golf courses nearby

    • Public Tennis Courts nearby

    • Surfing/Bodyboarding

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Tennis courts

    • Water sports

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    What A Weekend!!!!!!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    WE just spent the Best weekend ever at Barclay Cottage.It was not only beautiful and cozy but the innkeepers Steve and Marie -Louise are wonderful people.They take such good care of you.This was our 20th anniverasry celebration and first bed and breakfast experiance .We cant say enough from the delicious food , mmmm good cookies, a bed that feels like a cloud you will think you have a little piece of heaven,we wont even get started on the frech toast :) love it love it thank you again Steve and Marie louise Shawn and Amy

    Innkeeper Response
    Don't wait another 20 years to go to a B&B! Although we are all different, you're sure to enjoy staying in a B&B more than anywhere else. We enjoyed having you here and look forward to your return visit. Take another break to grab some more alone time, and fall asleep on a cloud again!

    - Steve (innkeeper)

    Superb bed and breakfast!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family

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    This is a great bed and breakfast, convenient to the beach, downtown and the aquarium. We are repeat customers and the service and breakfast are consistently excellent. Steve and Marie-Louise use locally produced foods. Marie-Louise accommodated our dietary needs, which were complicated. The inn was quiet in a primarily residential area. The room was comfortable and clean. Steve and Marie-Louise are friendly, warm and helpful. We look forward to returning in February. We highly recommend Barclay Cottage to anyone visiting Virginia Beach. Art and Mary from Lawrenceville, New Jersey

    Innkeeper Response
    We look forward to seeing you both again in February. Thank you for the kind review. Have a safe trip. Steve & Marie-Louise

    - Steve (innkeeper)

    Memorable Experience

    About the reviewer

    • Between 18-25 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    I've been meaning to write a response since I stayed so this is long overdue. We stayed here in June of 2010 for our wedding retreat. My wife and I wanted something unique for the weekend leading up to our wedding so rather than staying at a chain hotel we thought this would be something new. Wow were we amazed. From the rooming to the food, the atmosphere to the service it was everything we could have imagined. You both made our day so special. For our 1 year anniversary our parents bought us a gift certificate to the Barclay Cottage and we are planning a winter retreat from the stress of our daily grind. We both can't wait! Thanks and see you soon!!

    Innkeeper Response
    We are looking forward to helping you celebrate your Anniversary. We'll be happy to put together a memorable stay with restaurant reservations, perhaps some extras in your room (Champagne, chocolate covered strawberries, flowers, etc.) a couple's massage, Winter Seafari?? Call us to set it all up!

    - Steve (innkeeper)

    Two Teachers and a Report Card

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    Staying at Barclay Cottage was such a wonderful experience that we two retired teachers just had to give Steve and Marie Louise a "report card" -- all A ++. From the beautiful antiques to the comfortable rooms - top of the line !!! The breakfasts were excellent, and the conversation was genuine ! We loved our visit and will return !!! Bill & Dianne from Johnstown, PA

    Innkeeper Response
    Ok, Mr. Bill and Ms. Diamme, it's almost the end of the next quarter - time for another report card at Miss Barclay's School. You'd better come down and make sure our grades are not slipping!

    - Steve (innkeeper)

    A Pampered, relaxing, and beautiful B&B experience!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Beautiful and quiet rooms. Loved the breakfasts-great food and conversation! Hosts were very knowledgable about everything Virginia Beach. Loved there big, beautiful porches-me and my sisters sat for hours drinking tea or eating cheeses and wine and conversing. What a wonderful, peaceful place to connect with those you love, and meet new wonderful people also staying there.

    Innkeeper Response
    You and your sisters were so much fun to have as guests...come back soon. We'll chill a bottle of champagne for you!

    - Steve (innkeeper)

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