Go Kayaking on Chesapeake Bay This Summer

Kayaking around the Chesapeake Bay

What’s not to love about a relaxing summer getaway on the western shores of the Chesapeake Bay with its many rivers and inlets – particularly when it includes a stay in the “tiny but tony” town of Irvington? Getaways to Irvington start with plenty of breathtaking scenery and end with relaxing evenings at our #1 […]

Spend a Day at Hughlett Point Nature Preserve in Irvington, VA

Beautiful habitat at the Hughlett Point Natural Area Preserve near our Virginia Bed and Breakfast

If you’re looking for a fun and beautiful way to spend the afternoon near our Irvington, VA Bed and Breakfast, we recommend you head to the beautiful Hughlett Point Natural Area Preserve. You’ll find stunning, undeveloped beaches, tidal marshes and wetlands, dunes, and protected forests at Hughlett Point Natural Area Preserve. It’s one of the […]

Go Sailing on Chesapeake Bay This Summer

Sunset sailing on Chesapeake Bay in Virginia

There are plenty of wonderful things to do in Irvington, VA, during the warm summer months. One of our favorites is getting out on the water for a bit of sailing on Chesapeake Bay. Luckily for you, there are several great ways to do just that! From taking an afternoon boat ride with us aboard […]

Discover One of the Best Wineries in Virginia

Black woman drinking wine outdoors at one of the best wineries in Virginia

It used to be that if you wanted to take a great wine-centric vacation that didn’t involve overseas travel, you would head out west to the famed wine regions of Napa and Sonoma in California. Today, with the burgeoning of some genuinely wonderful wineries in Virginia, that is no longer the case! That is especially […]

The Best Things to do in Irvington Virginia This Summer

A beautiful sunset and boat on the Rappahannock River - great views to enjoy while taking part in all of the great things to do in Irvington, VA

There is plenty to love about visits to the Northern Neck of Virginia, not least of which is the “tiny but tony” (New York Times) town of Irvington itself.  There are so many great things to do in Irvington, VA, and this summer is shaping up to be an extraordinary time to do them all.  […]

Where to Get the Best Virginia Oysters This Summer

the Best Virginia Oysters come from the northern neck of Virginia, where our luxury Virginia Bed and Breakfast is located

You’ve probably heard the term “Virginia is for lovers,” but we think it should really say “Virginia is for Oysters.” that is especially true when you join us for some of these famed Virginia oysters on the northern neck of Virginia, which just so happens to be home to our exquisite Bed and Breakfast. Virginia […]

Explore the Chesapeake Bay Wine Trail in Virginia This summer

Grapes in the vineyard at our Virginia Winery on the Chesapeake Bay Wine Trail

Wine tasting may not be at the forefront of your mind when planning a trip to the Northern Neck of Virginia, but it should be! Several delicious Virginia wineries are found on the Chesapeake Bay Wine Trail, not least of which is our incredible micro-vineyard, The Dog & Oyster. Though the Dog & Oyster Vineyard […]

Discover the Best Restaurants in Irvington This Spring

Handsome gay couple enjoying a dinner out at the best restaurants in Irvington, VA

An important consideration to make when planning romantic getaways is where you’re going to eat, as dining out is one of the most celebrated parts of romantic getaways. When discovering the best restaurants in Irvington, VA, you don’t have to look further than the Hope and Glory Inn. We’re so much more than the best […]