It’s a Shore Thing
Whether it’s a walk through the sun-drenched harbor, a glass of wine at the wineries dotted up the spine of the Eastern Shore, or a stroll through the captivating gardens, there are many activities, attractions, and historic landmarks that will keep you coming back to our bed and breakfast on Virginia’s Eastern Shore for more! At the Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles, we know what it means to have a good time–whether you are looking for adventure, relaxation, or an experience that captures the best food and wine Cape Charles has to offer.
Walking, bicycling, or golf-carting is the best way to get around town. At the Bay Haven Inn, guests will stay in the center of Cape Charles, where everything you need is just a short distance away, including those magical sunsets on the beach.
As we say at the Bay Haven Inn of Cape Charles — “It’s a Shore Thing”. The list below has been carefully curated with some of our favorite things to do on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. We hope you will find a few of your own and share so we can add them to the list!
The Garden Enthusiast
- Stroll through the Erye Hall Gardens
- Attend Historic Garden Week on the Eastern Shore
- Take an Eastern Shore Garden Tour
- Visit Sterrett Gardens
- Discover the New Roots Youth Garden
- Get a personal tour of the flower and veggie gardens at our Inn!
The Adventure Seeker
- “Paddle Your Glass off”: Southeast Expeditions Kayak tour to winery
- Stroll, bike, or hike the National Wildlife Refuge
- Hike, lay on the beach, or explore the Kiptopeke State Park
- Take a kayaking adventure and explore the Bay side or Barrier Island side of the Eastern Shore
- Participate in kite-boarding, wave runners, and other water sports
- Tee up at Nicolas and Palmer signature golf courses at Bay Creek Resort
- Cheer on the Annual Boat Docking Contest
- Run or cycle the meandering “seaside road”
The Relaxed Traveler
- Enjoy a sunset sail or boat ride on the Miss Jennifer
- Explore the Eastern Shore Artisan Trail
- Grab your binoculars and go birding at the Virginia Birding and Wildlife Trail
- Enjoy the sea at Cape Charles Beach and Fishing Pier
- Relax at Breezes Day Spa and Boutique
- Seek sea glass, shells, and other treasures washed up from the Chesapeake Bay
- Watch the dolphins by boat
The Foodie
- Stroll through Pickett’s Harbor Farms
- Take a tour of Cherrystone Aqua Farms
- Attend a local food-centered festival:
- Oyster Roasts from October – March
- Cherrystone Aqua Farms tours
- Check out these area restaurants:
- Local Farm Stands/Organic Farms
The Wine Connoisseur
- Stroll over to Gull Hummock, a gourmet market for wine tasting and a craft beer collection.
- Visit a local winery:
The History Buff
- Explore your family history at the Historic Eastville Courthouse Buildings
- Seek items of the past while antiquing
- Take a historic walking tour of Cape Charles (Guide available at the inn)
- Visit the Barrier Islands Center
- Explore the Cape Charles Museum
- Get lost in the Museum of Chincoteague Island
- Discover new things at the Tangier History Museum and Interpretive Cultural Center
- Explore the architectural landmark and gardens at Ker Place
- Observe the unique nuances of Chesapeake architecture of the “yeoman’s’ cottage Pear Valley
- Witness a historical landmark at the Chincoteague Lighthouse
- Visit the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel
- Learn more about John Custis at the Custis Tombs
- Blast off at Wallops Island Visitors Center, Chincoteague Island
The Water Lover
- Witness the beauty on the water with a sunset sail and boat ride
- Explore the coves, necks, and basins of the Chesapeake Bay via kayak
- Enjoy a Kayak Clamming and Oyster Tour
- Take a Top Dog Charter Fishing Tour
- Rent a kite board and explore the Chesapeake Bay waters
