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Bay View Inn

16408 West Ridge, Tangier Island, VA 23440
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Norfolk, Virginia
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10 reviews 10 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2013

I had to go to Tangier for work in Feb 2013. There was no lodging on the island...but a call to Bay View (they were closed) was rewarded with the invitation...they would open for a night! Bay View has new owners. Very friendly. Internet worked. Excellent home-made breakfast. The room was clean and comfortable. Very very quiet. Hurricane Sandy damaged... More

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Mississippi
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 October 2012

I usually check with several properties and read all the reviews before I book a B & B in an unfamiliar area. I talked with Maureen (one of the owners) and felt so good about the Inn and the island that I did not read reviews nor check for other options. Maureen and Jim are hospitable (and we are from... More

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Portsmouth, Virginia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 September 2012

Everything on Tangier Island is on the pricey side. Do not expect luxurious accomodations any where on the island. However, the island is composed of salt of the earth folk who are largely patriotic, unashamedly Christian, and friendly. At the Bay View Inn, we stayed in room 6. The window air conditioner was a noisy window unit. I didn't mind... More

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Pasadena, Maryland
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 September 2012

Whenever I feel stress building up, I call my friend up to tell her I need my "Tangier Island Anti-stress Pill." The "pill" is a trip to picturesque Tangier Island and to a most welcoming inn, the Bay View Inn on Tangier. My friend and I just came back from our third trip to the Bay View Inn. The hosts... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 August 2012 via mobile

The family who owns the property is very friendly and helpful. However, i would ot recommend staying more than one light due to the lack of activities on the island. One issue:The description of the hotel and island I was given by the owner was a bit misleading and exaggerated. The rooms could not be considered to be "cabins" (like... More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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6 hotel reviews
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36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 August 2012

Lodging choices on Tangier are limited to B&Bs, so we threw the dice and landed at the Bay View Inn. This is not luxury accommodations, so don't show up expecting it. The rooms are smallish and utilitarian. Some rooms are undergoing renovations which I hope will extend to the entire property. With only one small window, they can be dank.... More

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Roanoke, Virginia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 August 2012

A very comfortable place to stay with friendly hosts; they pick you up at the dock and return you there when you leave (although out lift was delayed so the host kindly drove us). Our room in a cottage was small, but comfortable and nicely cold on a very hot day with a microwave and fridge and DirectTV. Excellent breakfast... More

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Fredericksburg, VA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 June 2012

Tangier Island is located in the middle of the Chesapeake Bay 20 miles from Reedville, Virginia or 15 miles from Crisfield, Maryland. The island is accessible only by ferry, private boat or air (small landing strip for private aircraft). During summer months ferries run from Reedville, Virginia (10:00 AM daily May to September - reservations recommended), and Crisfield, Maryland (12:30... More

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Madison Heights, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2012

I was planning my vacation about 2 months ago, when my husband out of the blue said "I have always wanted to go to Tangier Island". Thus the hunt was on..... I figured Tangier Island, WOW... and in my mind thought "The Bahama's" only Virginia Island style. So I commenced to search out information and accomodations, to my surprise It... More

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Alexandria, Virginia
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8 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012

My friend and I decided to see Tangier Island after hearing about their British accents, and the first B&B we heard about was Shirley's Bay View Inn. We had a lovely time, with a nice, quiet room, and the friendly staff. Breakfast was very good, although we did have to wait for a little while since the breakfast room was... More

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Also Known As:
Bay View Hotel Tangier Island
Bay View Hotel
Address: 16408 West Ridge, Tangier Island, VA 23440
Region: United States > Virginia > Tangier Island
Amenities:
Beach Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Shuttle Bus service
Hotel Style:
Ranked #2 of 2 B&Bs / Inns in Tangier Island
Price range (per night): S$157 - 307
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Recommended inn when visiting Tangier Island. Established in 1904 by Sidney Wallace a merchant on Tangier Island. Bay View Inn is one of the oldest homes on Tangier Island and is filled with the beauty and charm of day's gone by. Our accommodations have fascinated artists, celebrities and business executives. Guest astronomy folks say it's an excellent location for viewing and searching the stars. Tangier Island's Bay View Inn will touch your soul for years to come. There are nine cottages and two rooms in the main house. Under new ownership and open year-round for you to enjoy a pleasant and restful visit to the quiet and remote fishing village of Tangier Island, Va. Featured in the 1973 November issue of National Geographic. ... more   less 

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