LODGING

Bed & Breakfast, Cabins & Cottages

  • Bell House Bed & Breakfast (circa 1883)
    821 Irving Avenue • Colonial Beach, VA 22443
    804-224-7000
    Once owned by Alexander Graham Bell's father and then his famous son, this romantic bed and breakfast overlooks a seven mile explanse of the Potomac River and offers many relaxing activities, such as playing corquet in the large back yard, reclining in a hammock, walking the riverfront, and sunbathing on a sandy beach. There are four tastefully decorated guest rooms available, all with queen sized beds and private baths. A full, hearty breakfast and afternoon wine and cheese or hors d'oeuvres is included with your stay. more...

  • Plaza Bed & Breakfast, The (circa 1903)
    21 Weems Street • Colonial Beach, VA 22443
    804-224-1101
    This beautifully renovated Victorian house is situated just off the sandy beach along the Potomac River and it offers three lovely guest rooms, all furnished with elegant, yet comfortable antiques and all including private baths. Guests can enjoy a heated swimming pool, wraparound porches, outdoor patio with Jacuzzi, herb and flower gardens, and homemade preserves from on site fruit trees while staying here. A full breakfast and afternoon tea are included with your stay.  more...  map

R.V. Parks & Camping

  • Outdoor World-Harbor View Campground
    15 Harbor View Circle • Colonial Beach, VA 22443
    804-224-8164
    Enjoy a variety of amenities while staying at this full service campground, such as 134 well equipped camping sites, a large outdoor pool, miniature golf, children's playground, pavilion, fishing, boat slips, and daily activities for children and adults. more...  map

ATTRACTIONS

Museums & Galleries

  • Colonial Beach Museum
    128 Hawthorn Street • Colonial Beach, VA 22443
    804-224-7181
    Operated by the Colonial Beach Historical Society, this museum is situated in a circa 1890 Victorian cottage and it is dedicated to the preservation of Colonial Beach and the local Potomac River history. The museum traces the town’s history from the appearance of Captain John Smith in 1608 to the present and it contains historic photographs, artifacts, and one-of-a-kind memorabilia.  map

National Parks & Natural Wonders

  • George Washington Birthplace National Monument
    1732 Popes Creek Road • Colonial Beach, VA 22443
    804-224-1732
    Dedicated to preserving the heart of Augustine Washington’s plantation, the 17th century home site of the immigrant John Washington and the Washington Family Burial Ground, this national monument contains the birthplace of George Washington, Memorial House, which was constructed in 1931 near the site of the original Washington home. Costumed interpreters recreate the sights and sounds of 18th century plantation life at this 550-acre national park. more...  map

SPECIALTY SHOPPING

Gift

  • Julia's Handcrafted Gifts
    15 Washington Avenue • Colonial Beach, VA 22443
    804 224-1090
    You will find a wide range of beautiful gift ideas while at this shop that carries items such as hand-carved decoys, original lighthouse lamps, nautical gifts, candles, flags, quilts, floral arrangements, antiques, and collectibles.  map

Home Improvement

  • Rankin's True Value Hardware
    535 Euclid Avenue • Colonial Beach, VA 22443
    804-224-8996
    True Value is your source for hardware and home improvement items. Paints, power tools, and lawn and garden supplies are just some of the thousands of items that can be found to help with your next home project. more...  map