Omg this place is amazing you just don't get service like this anymore Shirley and Shawn are the…read morebest! They go out of there way to help you the place is so clean too you won't find a dust ball on those hard wood floors my second time there and I got another reservation in July before we ever came here we stayed at other hotels in the area and you just don't get that personal touch as they give! Coffee fresh every morning! They have breakfast items out with OJ if you want it' From our room beautiful view of the water! Every room is a theme so cute you gotta love the bathrooms small but too cute! I don't have a bad word to say! I never met the owners but they should be so proud of there employees cause they really care bout your Hotel ! And the maids too! It shows in how clean everything is! See ya in July!

Such a great small business! We were drawn to their business story and the fantastic job they have…read moredone upgrading a gem. The staff were all so friendly and attentive. The room are very nice and have cute themes. Our shower was small but that being said, it was really the correct size as to not take away from the room space. Our stay was so enjoyable because of their business ideas to renovate in this superb location instead of building some new boring building. We definitely want to come back soon.

Location and Views 5 star Hospitality 5 star…read moreBreakfast 5 star Lil details 5 star Comfy bed/room 5 star Totally will come back again as this is our 2nd trip here in a few yrs. Total relaxation with every detail taken care of. First the husband/wife innkeepers Shawn and Steve were amazing and cared so much that we had a wonderful stay. We had my elderly parents w us in their ground floor room called the "Islandscape"and we had one of the main house "Narada" room. The view and location were fantastic. The breakfasts were special 3 course including fresh fruit and something sweet and savory. The baked goods every day by Shawn showed her love and talent for baking--even a goodie bag at our departure. If I lived closer, I would come more often! There's a game room, binoculars, hot chocolate w mini marshmallows, beautiful sitting areas to enjoy the view throughout the property including the front porch where we hung out after dinner. The restaurant right across the street about a stone's throw away at Charles Street served tapas and seafood w live jazz in a Sat night. We also tried Bugeye Grill another night and they were fantastic too. Never really had to get back in the car as you can walk just a few blocks up to the main part of town w a few shops and restaurants. Right next door is an outdoor salty tiki bar that looks fun when it warms up more. I could go on and on. Oh, and Calvert Cliffs park is only 10 min away by car where you can find shark teeth and fossils, which we did! Soo much better than a hotel or airbnb!

A tranquil, well-managed B&B on Solomons Island. This getaway is ideally located on the back bay,…read morewith views of the water that are outstanding. Never had to use the car to go anywhere. Solomons' famous pedestrian harbor is within easy walking distance. To me, that sets this place apart. There's great attention to details here; husband & wife innkeepers Steve and Shawn are genuine, competent and congenial hosts. Stayed on the second floor of the carriage house, in Sunset Harbor room. It's a lovely accommodation, with a nice, deep soaking whirlpool tub. A private balcony is icing on the cake. Thoughtfully designed common areas are found in the main house as well as outdoor seating in the gardens and large yard. Canopy landscaping in the gardens creates a micro-cooling climate and makes this spot noticeably refreshing. Breakfast, a plated service, is gourmet and plentiful.

We had a great stay here over Independence Day weekend. The property is a beautiful, secluded…read morehistoric house. Our arrival process was fine. The inn was clean and welcoming when we arrived. The room and bed were clean, spacious, and comfortable. Both of our breakfasts were delicious and Tara was a great host. The one (admittedly subjective) critique I would offer is that we felt the house was a little too white and could have used some color and extra furnishings to add a more cozy feeling. Other than that, we had a great experience!

A very lovely place to stay. This Inn has a lot of character to it, with its beautiful rooms,…read morepatio, and overlook of the river. We were greeted by the inn keeper Tara and shown where our room was. My friend and I stayed in the "Arundel's Hideaway" room, which had its own private stair and bathroom. It's not painted the same was as in the pictures provided, but it was the room that was listed. The stay was easy to book. We booked through their website rather than through AirBnB, since it is easier to select the room you want through their website. Breakfast was wonderful! Coffee and Orange juice was served first, with French toast, eggs, and sausage. I know it's really only her running the show, but knowledge of the meal or a small set of choices would have been nice. They do inquire about any allergies. I wish there were a few more homey things that you would expect from a nice bed and breakfast, like some tea in the afternoon or something to encourage the guests to hang out at the Inn. I would definitely stay here again over a hotel!

Warm hospitality in an tranquil setting. Monroe Bay Inn, under new ownership, opened for business…read morein the fall of 2011. I stayed there in February 2012 and enjoyed it very much. The home has glossy wood floors and ample seating areas that would be great for a large family or group. Local art hangs throughout the Inn. Guest rooms are upstairs and spacious, each with a private bathroom. We stayed in Room #1. The feather bed was luxurious, and two windows offered nice views onto the large front yard and quiet street below. The innkeeper was polite and thoughtful. The bathroom was fairly new construction, but the tiny shower made for tricky maneuvering and the bathroom light-fan combo was annoyingly loud. Breakfast was tasty, with a variety of fresh coffees and orange juice, and friendly, personalized service. This home was owned by the family of Alexander Graham Bell, inventor of the telephone, and at one time provided summer stays to hearing-impaired children from the region. Upstairs, the rooms are lined along both sides of a longish hallway and hearken to that bygone era. At this time, the overnight fee was due up-front, and in cash. FYI.

My husband and I recently spent an overnight at The Monroe Bay Inn in Room #1. We had a pleasant…read morevisit - the Monroe Inn was spotless and comfy! I like the fact that the inn keeper had local art hanging throughout the inn to punctuate the spacious layout. The location was near the local sites in Colonial Beach and a short (5-10 minute) drive to the bay or beach area. The inn keeper suggested that the inn could accommodate family groups and was flexible regarding length of stay. If you are doing a winery visit or beach stay in the area, please consider the Monroe Inn for your stay.

Colonial Beach, Virginia, is known for having a number of cottage vacation rentals. I can't imagine…read moreone more perfect than Beachcomber Cottages' Beachcomber III. From the time we initiated the booking, owner Cathy Bokman could not have been more helpful, gracious or accommodating. She and husband George own 5 cottages in town and have for years, so they know the area well. When we contacted Beachcomber Cottages, we didn't request a specific house (all are listed on their website), just asked availability at any of them. We got waaaaaayyyy more than we bargained for--the place is huge! Beachcomber III is on "The Point", that is, it is located at the tip of the peninsula (opposite end of the "Downtown" entrance) upon which the Town of Colonial Beach is situated. This section is mostly residential, as opposed to downtown where most of the businesses and the busy public beach are found. At this end, there are marinas, a couple of restaurants and a popular tiki bar, but the house is far enough away that you don't hear anything. It is a very peaceful and quiet setting, with mature trees and a clear view to the Potomac River and a small beach. About that view...the morning after we arrived, I woke up early, walked into the living room (one of them, but more on that later) and pulled back the curtains. GASP! I was greeted with a breathtaking pre-dawn view of the sun just about to rise over the horizon of the Potomac River. I stood frozen, completely awestruck as I watched one of the most beautiful sunrises I've ever seen (and I've seen a lot!) The beauty of this town is overwhelming. The house itself looks brand new. I understand the owners had done a complete renovation and the result is spectacular. Everything was white glove clean. The layout, though, is what impressed me most. It is almost like being in two separate houses, connected by a shared kitchen and dining area. There are two big living rooms on opposite ends of the house, 4 bedrooms (2 masters, again separated by the kitchen) and more bathrooms than I could count (at least 3.) There is also a laundry room with full size washer and dryer, a nice sized front porch and a side porch with grill. There were only two of us, but I could see this as the ideal vacation for extended families, those with kids/teenagers or groups of friends. There is just so much space. Probably 3x the size of my former apartment in DC. The place is well equipped with a fully stocked kitchen (utensils, small appliances, spices, etc.), bathrooms with hair dryer, towels, etc. and a family room (one of the living rooms) with games, books, TV (in the bedrooms, too), DVD, etc. We didn't want for anything. Beds were comfortable, linens provided and pillows fluffy. Free wifi, too. Loved it!

We just checked in from Brooklyn ! This is a simple and…read morepretty hotel, It's very clean and cute We got so much help from Pastor Frank! Shout out to Pastor Frank who is awesome by the way and will make your weekend amazing. It feels like someone has infused a lot of love into this place. I highly recommend it.

Yuk! Bait and switch. Very dark and dingy. Not what appeared on the website! Floors are sticky…read more Pubes on bathroom floor. Towels with holes in them. A baby roach running across the bathroom counter.Bed dips in the middle. Thin walls, can hear kids yelling. I Where is the restaurant and outdoor bar?? Couldn't wait to leave!

We wanted to make a day trip to search for fossils at Calvert Cliffs and this seemed to be one of…read morethe only options so off we went. The road to get to the campsites / office is relatively bumpy and the road is full of ruts and rocks that could actually be challenging for a small car or a car that is low to the ground. We drove slowly and it was fine. The lady in the office was very friendly and we paid in cash which is preferred. This is clearly a family-run operation. The walk down to the beach was via a kind-of steep set of stairs. At the bottom there were a few other groups of people there, many of them apparently semi-professional fossil hunters with specialized digging hand tools. Unfortunately the tide was coming in when we got there (poor planning on our part), but this limited our fossil searching to a sliver of exposed beach itself as the water was covering a significant portion of the ground. I would highly recommend Wellington-style rubber boots or something similar to keep your feet dry while you search (everyone else on the beach was wearing them). Your sneakers will probably get wet. As far as fossils go, we didn't find much. One of us found what appeared to be a very small shark tooth. You are not allowed to dig into the cliffs themselves due to erosion concerns but you could see layers of shells and small fossils in the cliffside which was interesting. All in all it was not the fossil-rich experience I was expecting. I've heard about digging for fossils at Calvert Cliffs for many years and so it was a bit disappointing to come away empty-handed. If we had been better prepared to wade out into the water and brought some sort of implements with us we may have had more success. Not a terrible afternoon at all but not a place I will be chomping at the bit to return to.

This review is for the beach. Perhaps a new owner has taken over, as we had nothing but a pleasant…read moreexperience with the woman who took our money and her husband, who showed us where to park. It was $10 per person (cash only!), but considering that the beach has tons of shells and fossils, and lots of parking, we found it a very fair price. They even give you a permit so you can leave and come back on the same day. I would suggest bringing an umbrella or sun tent, as there isn't much shade (at least before 2 pm est, when we left). The water is a bit murky, but refreshing and sandy once you get out past the shoreline. You may want to bring water shoes.

Clean, priced right, has a small kitchenette, and is located conveniently across from the NEX and…read moreCommissary. While the rooms and corridors feel quite dated, the appliances and air conditioning are modern and the beds are comfortable. I'm not sure if it was a COVID mitigation or not, but my bed wasn't made during my stay here, although the staff definitely came in my room to give me new toiletries.

Stayed here for three nights to do a little touristing on our way to Baltimore from SC. Great staff…read moreand clean rooms. Nice location right across the street from the commissary and exchange. Lots of restaurants and shopping along the main drag.