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Barclay Cottage Bed and Breakfast

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  • Hot Deal

    3 Night WINE DOWN HOT DEAL 6/23-27

    Regular Rate: $170 now $136 (20% Savings:)

    Stay in our Garden Room any three nights 6/23-6/27 during the week and get a BOTTLE OF WINE EACH NIGHT and a SUPER DISCOUNT. MUST CALL AND REQUEST 3 NIGHT WINE DOWN HOT DEAL valid only 6/23-6/27 2013

    expires Wednesday

    Barclay Cottage is a gentle and gentile place to enjoy Virginia Beach at any time of the year.
    History is alive in Virginia Beach at Barclay Cottage Bed and Breakfast.
    Lemonade and cookies on the Barclay Cottage front porch. So relaxing.
    Watch the world go by from the porch at Barclay Cottage. Virginia Beach is a beautiful place!
    Take time to smell the flowers at Barclay Cottage.
    Wine and cheese on the screened porch.
    Lighthouse Room - Queen bed and private bath with jetted spa-tub. Lighthouses everywhere! Try to find the ones from your area.
    Breakfast is often an international festival of flavors
    Shore Room with twin option (also can be Euro-king) Semi-private bath. Sea shells, waves and sandpipers - please leave the sand at the beach!
    Lillian's Room - Queen bed and jetted spa-tub. Pictures of Lillian Barclay and some of her personal posessions on display.
    Rock in a wicker chair and enjoy the peace and quiet.
    Alice's Room - Queen bed and large private bath. Doze off to Wonderland...without the Cheshire Cat or Queen of Hearts!
    Garden Room - King size bed, flowers and lace. Semi-private bath
    Babbling garden fountain at Barclay Cottage
    Alice's Room at Barclay Cottage Bed and Breakfast in Virginia Beach
    • Address 400 16th St
      Virginia Beach, VA 23451-3406
      USA
    • Phone+1-757-422-1956
    • Fax+1-757-422-5449
    • Toll free+1-866-466-1895
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    Inn's website

    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 BY PHONE OR ONLINE FROM THE TOP OF EACH PAGE OF OUR WEBSITE -- CLICK "VISIT WEBSITE"

    Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 91 Reviews

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    4.8 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    Award Winner: 2008 - 2009
    5 out of 5
     

    Great stay, cozy room, and very friendly people

    January 08, 2013

    Stayed in the Lighthouse room, which includes a private full bath. CD player in room, and plenty of relaxing CDs to choose from. Also, books, snacks, and variety of drinks availabl - including a very pleasant Sherry. The room was very clean as well. Withing very close proximity to the beach. The main event though was breakfast, and it was absolutely delicious! The LaFond's truly follow through with excellent sevice.

    Innkeeper Response
    Thank you for recognizing our excellent service. That is one thing that B&Bs can do so much better than hotels since the ones providing you service are often the owners. Breakfast is a lot of fun for us and our guests. It is a chance to discover what everyone did the day and night before, compare dining notes, and plan for the new day. It also gives Marie-Louise and me an opportunity to provide more service by suggesting things to see and do, by making reservations for activities and dining, helping with travel directions, etc.

    5 out of 5
     

    Charm at the Beach

    November 15, 2012

    I ate and slept in a totally charming building, but was at the beach listening to the waves in less than five minutes. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay because it included excellent food and interesting decor that told many stories about the history of the area.

    5 out of 5
     

    Beach vacation 8/5/12-8/10/12

    August 11, 2012

    We wanted a beach vacation without the hassle of a flight so we chose to drive down from Balto. Alice's room was nicely furnished & very clean.More than enough room in the bathroom. Large windows let in the morning sunshine.The huge covered porch was right off of our room through a hallway door. We enjoyed cocktails every evening there. It was a nice option to sit in the rockers during summer thunderstorms.Coffee was available every morning at 6 am. Breakfasts started with a fruit & homemade in season bread or muffin followed by eggs, waffles, sausage, bacon, grits, potatoes, & every other imaginable breakfast food.One morning we were kidding around at the table & said we'd like ice cream for breakfast. Well, sure enough, Mary-Louise added coffee ice cream to our plates the next day! The table is large enough to fit all of the couples around & intimate enough for great conversation. One day we lingered for 1 1/2 hrs because the conversation was so good. We never felt the need to eat lunch. The cottage attracts guests from all over & Steve will change the flags out front to represent the couple's country of origin.They loaned us absolutely everything we needed for the beach. Beach towels, sand chairs, umbrella, waters, sodas, ice, small bags of snacks & a cart to wheel it all down to the beach. Saved us lots of $$$ on rentals. Very cute patio area to sit a spell or just wash off your feet from the sand. Towels are deposited in a bucket & washed for the next day. They also provided large rain umbrellas for strolling to dinner during a shower. Fresh cookies & calcium (chocolate) were waiting for us in the entrance way every day. Great way to relax & not get in the car. We did however, drive the 10 miles to a day beach called Sandbridge Beach. Not as populated as VA Beach & reminded us of the Outer Banks. Lovely day. We will definitely be back!

    5 out of 5
     

    Magical

    July 27, 2012

    This was our first stay at a B&B. Barclay Cottage was magical! We celebrated our 40th wedding anniversary there (we met in Virginia Beach 41 years ago). The INN keepers were fabulous! so friendly and helpful. The cottage was very clean and the breakfast was the best part of the day. Everyone was so friendly , you couldn't help but decompress. Never mind the beach just staying at the cottage was worth the trip, everything else was a bonus. It was so pleasant to absorb the history of the cottage, it reminded me of the old movie "The Enchanted Cottage" .

    Location

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeeper(s)

    Steve & Marie-Louise LaFond

    Innkeepers Description:

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

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • French

    Resident Pets

    1 Dog , Dog in owners' quarters only. Others

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  • Rooms & Rates

    Hot Deal: 3 Night WINE DOWN HOT DEAL 6/23-27

    • expires Wednesday
    • Regular Rate:$170
      Discount Rate:$136
    • Savings:20%

    Stay in our Garden Room any three nights 6/23-6/27 during the week and get a BOTTLE OF WINE EACH NIGHT and a SUPER DISCOUNT. MUST CALL AND REQUEST 3 NIGHT WINE DOWN HOT DEAL valid only 6/23-6/27 2013 Please contact the inn directly at +1-757-422-1956 to redeem this deal.

    • Nightly Rate $110 - $250

    Lillian's Room

    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 ON PHONE OR ONLINE FROM THE TOP OF EACH PAGE OF OUR WEBSITE - CLICK ON "VISIT WEBSITE"

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 Queen
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    Lighthouse Room

    Cozy first floor room with queen bed and private bath with jetted spa-tub.
Lighthouses everywhere!
BOOK THIS ROOM BY PHONE OR ONLINE FROM THE TOP OF EACH PAGE OF OUR WEBSITE - CLICK ON "VISIT WEBSITE"

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 Queen
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    Alice's Room

    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 ON PHONE OR ONLINE FROM THE TOP OF EACH PAGE OF OUR WEBSITE - CLICK ON "VISIT WEBSITE"

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 Queen
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    Garden Room

    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 ON PHONE OR ONLINE FROM THE TOP OF EACH PAGE OF OUR WEBSITE - CLICK ON "VISIT WEBSITE"

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Beds 1 King
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    Shore Room

    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 ON PHONE OR ONLINE FROM THE TOP OF EACH PAGE OF OUR WEBSITE - CLICK ON "VISIT WEBSITE"

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Beds 2 Twin
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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 which may be made on phone or online from the top of every page of our website... click VISIT WEBSITE

    • 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: Yes

    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: Limited

    • Guest Pets Allowed: No

    • Drinking Allowed: Yes

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

    • Drinks Available: Yes

    • Children Allowed: Each room accommodates 2 adults only (18+ only)

    • Suitable For Children: No

    • Childcare Provided: No : Adult (18+)

    Discount Type

    • AAA
      Percent Off: 10% Days Required: 0

    • AARP
      Percent Off: 10% Days Required: 0

    • Military
      Percent Off: 20% Days Required: 0

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  • Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 91 Reviews

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    4.8 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    Award Winner: 2008 - 2009
    5 out of 5
     

    Great stay, cozy room, and very friendly people

    January 08, 2013

    Stayed in the Lighthouse room, which includes a private full bath. CD player in room, and plenty of relaxing CDs to choose from. Also, books, snacks, and variety of drinks availabl - including a very pleasant Sherry. The room was very clean as well. Withing very close proximity to the beach. The main event though was breakfast, and it was absolutely delicious! The LaFond's truly follow through with excellent sevice.

    Innkeeper Response
    Thank you for recognizing our excellent service. That is one thing that B&Bs can do so much better than hotels since the ones providing you service are often the owners. Breakfast is a lot of fun for us and our guests. It is a chance to discover what everyone did the day and night before, compare dining notes, and plan for the new day. It also gives Marie-Louise and me an opportunity to provide more service by suggesting things to see and do, by making reservations for activities and dining, helping with travel directions, etc.

    5 out of 5
     

    Charm at the Beach

    November 15, 2012

    I ate and slept in a totally charming building, but was at the beach listening to the waves in less than five minutes. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay because it included excellent food and interesting decor that told many stories about the history of the area.

    5 out of 5
     

    Beach vacation 8/5/12-8/10/12

    August 11, 2012

    We wanted a beach vacation without the hassle of a flight so we chose to drive down from Balto. Alice's room was nicely furnished & very clean.More than enough room in the bathroom. Large windows let in the morning sunshine.The huge covered porch was right off of our room through a hallway door. We enjoyed cocktails every evening there. It was a nice option to sit in the rockers during summer thunderstorms.Coffee was available every morning at 6 am. Breakfasts started with a fruit & homemade in season bread or muffin followed by eggs, waffles, sausage, bacon, grits, potatoes, & every other imaginable breakfast food.One morning we were kidding around at the table & said we'd like ice cream for breakfast. Well, sure enough, Mary-Louise added coffee ice cream to our plates the next day! The table is large enough to fit all of the couples around & intimate enough for great conversation. One day we lingered for 1 1/2 hrs because the conversation was so good. We never felt the need to eat lunch. The cottage attracts guests from all over & Steve will change the flags out front to represent the couple's country of origin.They loaned us absolutely everything we needed for the beach. Beach towels, sand chairs, umbrella, waters, sodas, ice, small bags of snacks & a cart to wheel it all down to the beach. Saved us lots of $$$ on rentals. Very cute patio area to sit a spell or just wash off your feet from the sand. Towels are deposited in a bucket & washed for the next day. They also provided large rain umbrellas for strolling to dinner during a shower. Fresh cookies & calcium (chocolate) were waiting for us in the entrance way every day. Great way to relax & not get in the car. We did however, drive the 10 miles to a day beach called Sandbridge Beach. Not as populated as VA Beach & reminded us of the Outer Banks. Lovely day. We will definitely be back!

    5 out of 5
     

    Magical

    July 27, 2012

    This was our first stay at a B&B. Barclay Cottage was magical! We celebrated our 40th wedding anniversary there (we met in Virginia Beach 41 years ago). The INN keepers were fabulous! so friendly and helpful. The cottage was very clean and the breakfast was the best part of the day. Everyone was so friendly , you couldn't help but decompress. Never mind the beach just staying at the cottage was worth the trip, everything else was a bonus. It was so pleasant to absorb the history of the cottage, it reminded me of the old movie "The Enchanted Cottage" .

    5 out of 5
     

    Why would anyone stay anywhere else in VA Beach?

    July 26, 2012

    We have been to Barclay Cottage at least 5 or 6 times over the last few years and plan to keep coming back again and again. Whenever we are in the mood for a relaxing and romantic weekend, my husband and I book here. We love arriving and being greeted with a hearty "Welcome Home!" because this really does feel like coming home (except with seriously delicious breakfasts and someone to see to every single detail). We love Steve and Marie-Louise and they always make us feel so welcome - if they haven't already anticipated our every need (which is rare) they gladly go the extra mile to provide just about anything we require. The special touches they provide make every trip a memorable experience and make it so that we can't wait to come back!

    5 out of 5
     

    Impeccable

    July 21, 2012

    I just returned from a three night stay at Barclay Cottage and I'm writing this review to capture what I've been telling friends and colleagues all week: If you are in the VA Beach, Chesapeake or Norfolk area, you MUST experience this gem. The accommodations and service are impeccable -- no detail is left out. Having stayed in many B&B's and fine inns, I'm able to say that the quality of care, cleanliness, and amenities (not to mention fabulous gourmet breakfast) are more typical of inns charging twice the price. Host Marie Louise and Steve LaFond truly love to host and serve, and no one feels like a stranger in their home. You won't be disappointed!

    5 out of 5
     

    Wonderful stay at the Barclay

    July 06, 2012

    The Barclay cottage was a fabulous experience! Steve and Marie-Louise were both very sweet and helpful during our stay. Stunning breakfast every morning to wake up to. Everything that you could possibly need, they had it. Anything from beach umbrellas, beach chairs and towels. Not to mention snacks as well.. from twizzlers, cheez-its and bottled water for the beach. Very helpful! The bed and breakfast was spotless from ceiling to floor. Very comfortable beds! All of the decor in the place was really cute with fascinating history. Every afternoon there were freshly baked chocolates chip cookies. YUM! Everything about this place was outstanding! Did not want to leave, hope to visit again soon!

    5 out of 5
     

    Highest Accolades for Barclay Cottage Bed and Breakfast

    May 15, 2012

    When possible, we like to stay in Bed & Breakfasts. Our experience at Barclay Cottage ranks at the top of our list. The innkeepers, Marie-Louise and Steve, are the consummate hosts, always offering wonderful advice when we were looking for just the right restaurant or activity. The building, rooms, and grounds are charming. We stayed in the Light House Room decorated tastefully with (can you guess) a lighthouse motif. Comfortable bed and great air jet bath tub. The breakfasts were over the top - great food, wonderful atmosphere, and charming conversation (and we didn't have to eat lunch). We stayed for five nights (May 7th to May 11th) and had a wonderful time. Anytime we are going to stay in Virginia Beach, we will book a room here. Highly recommended!

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  • Location

    Overview Points of Interest Restaurants

    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 5th right on Arctic Avenue and go south 5 blocks. Barclay Cottage is on corner of 16th and Arctic. Cross over 16th Street 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 built by US

    • 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

     Nearby Cities

     Nearby States

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  • Amenities

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Historic Inn

    Property highlights

    • 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

    On-site

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • Computer

    • Copier

    • DVD Player

    • In-room internet

    • Fax Machine

    • Library

    • Private entrance

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Wedding Facilities

    Guest room(s)

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • Desk

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Radio

    • Wi-Fi

    Other

    • Most historic and romantic lodging facility.

    • Full ABC license

    • Jetted Spa-tubs in some rooms

    • Free WIFI throughout property

    • Free Beach Towels Daily, Beach Chairs& Umbrellas

    • Free use of Beach Cruiser Bicycles

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  • 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 Reserve Online - by clicking on the "RESERVE ONLINE" Link at the top of each page of our website. Get there by clicking "VISIT WEBSITE" on this page.

    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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