Featuring quiet street views, Hornsby House Inn in Yorktown features accommodations, a garden, a terrace, and a bar. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor dining is also possible at the bed and breakfast. At the bed and breakfast, each unit includes air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a kitchen, a dining area, and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, a shower, and free toiletries. A dishwasher, an oven, and microwave are also available, as well as a coffee machine. At the bed and breakfast, all units have bed linen and towels. Yorktown Beach is a 3-minute walk from Hornsby House Inn, while Busch Gardens & Water Country is 12 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport, 8.1 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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2 twin beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
10
High score for Yorktown
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  • K
    Kristin
    United States of America United States of America
    What was not to like? Beautiful B&B, perfect location, and wonderful staff. Absolutely loved meeting David and getting to know the history of the house and of Yorktown. Also loved our room!
  • Robin
    United States of America United States of America
    The location was perfect-right in the historical part of Yorktown. The staff were extremely welcoming. I would definitely stay again or recommend this to anyone wanting to visit Yorktown or the surrounding areas.
  • Thad
    United States of America United States of America
    The house and it’s history was extremely interesting. The hosts we met, Kat and David. were super friendly and accommodating.

Managed by Hornsby House Inn

Company review score: 9.8Based on 66 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

The Inn is now owned and operated by the 3rd & 4th generations and has been part of the family since it was built in 1933. "A legacy of hospitality", it's not just a catchy phrase around here. It is a way of life. Friendly greetings, smiling faces and a genuine feeling of being part of our family is what you can expect the moment you step foot on the property. David Hornsby Bowditch, is the family's current historian and charismatic expert on all things Yorktown will often join guests at breakfast or our complementary wine and cheese with stories about the house and Yorktown.

Property info

Hornsby House is special. A large, beautiful home directly across from the Yorktown Victory Monument on historic Main St in Yorktown. You can relax in our front terrace rocking chairs with a view of the Victory Monument and York River. Our guest rooms a beautiful and comfortable, all with private baths. Our spacious and comfortable common areas have fireplaces and sitting areas. Relax, visit or read a good book. In the morning, enjoy a full breakfast in our spacious dining room with fireplace. These also a lot to see and do in historic Yorktown as well as Williamburg and Jamestown.

Neighborhood info

What’s close by? Colonial Williansburg, Historic Jamestown Settlement, Busch Gardens, Watermens Museum, Yorktown Battlefields, Mariners Museum, USCG Training Base, Serenity Tall Ship Sailing Tours, Waterfront Restaurants, Yorktown Beach, and a lot more.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Hornsby House Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
    Off-site
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Grocery deliveries
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Hornsby House Inn takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Discover American Express Hornsby House Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Quiet hours

    Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

    FAQs about Hornsby House Inn

    • Check-in at Hornsby House Inn is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • The prices at Hornsby House Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Room options at Hornsby House Inn include:

      • Suite

    • Hornsby House Inn is 2,300 feet from the center of Yorktown. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The nearest beach is 150 feet from Hornsby House Inn. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, Hornsby House Inn is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Hornsby House Inn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Walking tours
      • Beach
      • Live music/Performance