The Essex Inn

3.5 star property
Beach bed & breakfast with free breakfast and a bar

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Library
Exterior
Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Private kitchen
Premium bedding, free minibar, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Room options

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Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premier Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
203 Duke St, Tappahannock, VA, 22560

What's nearby

  • Tappahannock Historic District - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rappahannock River Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Coleman Island - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Hobbs Hole Golf Course - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Riverside Tappahannock Hospital - 7 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Richmond Intl. Airport (RIC) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Daily - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dq Grill & Chill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hunan Village - ‬11 min drive

About this property

The Essex Inn

Bed & breakfast by the river
At The Essex Inn, you can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a garden, and a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a fireplace in the lobby and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a TV in the lobby, and barbecue grills
  • Wedding services, 1 meeting room, and concierge services
Room features
All guestrooms at The Essex Inn have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free stocked minibars and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8 AM–9:30 AM
  • 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • Library

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Free minibar

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Turndown service
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that cats reside at this property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 15.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 25 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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 available for USD 35 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 15.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests should be aware that several cats reside at this property.

We should mention

Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Essex Inn Tappahannock
Essex Tappahannock
The Essex Inn Tappahannock
The Essex Inn Bed & breakfast
The Essex Inn Bed & breakfast Tappahannock

Frequently asked questions

Is The Essex Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this bed & breakfast allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 15.00 per stay and a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Essex Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Essex Inn?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM.

What time is check-out at The Essex Inn?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Essex Inn located?

Situated in Tappahannock, this beach bed & breakfast is within a 5-minute walk of Tappahannock Historic District and Rappahannock River Park. Marsh Street Park & Pool and Coleman Island are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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The Essex Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

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