The Glencoe Inn Bed & Breakfast Portsmouth, Virginia A charming Victorian bed and breakfast overlooking the Elizabeth River in historic Olde Towne Portsmouth, Virginia! Contact Info | Email this page to a Friend | Check Room Availability  | Click to see a map  | Additional Pages... Guest Rooms/Rates Our Favorite Recipes Reservation Request Form   Availability Search: See which rooms are available during your stay. Check in: Check out: Powered by Webervations Clear search results Rooms Available from  to  Learn more about these rooms These are our base rates - certain discounts and/or charges may apply

A charming Victorian bed and breakfast overlooking the Elizabeth River in historic Olde Towne Portsmouth, Virginia. Built in 1890, The Glencoe Inn reflects the charm and character of the late 19th century port of Portsmouth, Virginia. Situated in the heart of the historic downtown area of Portsmouth, the inn also reflects the strong Scottish influence of the original owners.

Walk through the enchanting Victorian gardens. Stand on our upper deck and marvel at the spectacular views of the Elizabeth River. Just across the street is The Colonial Hill House museum, a four-story 1825 basement home furnished entirely with original family belongings. A leisurely stroll takes you along the waterside, to the shipyard museum, or the ferry ride to Norfolk. Just a few steps away on High street are numerous antique stores and excellent restaurants. In the evening you can come and sit on the front porch and enjoying the evening air while greeting everyone out for a walk.

We serve a full Scottish breakfast which includes fresh baked scones and muffins, served with a variety of Scottish jams and marmalades. These are accompanied by fresh fruits, juices, quiche, and porridge on request ... but no haggis.

Some area attractions... Lantern Tour - A walking tour of the Olde Towne historic district with a costumed guide at twilight. On this hour-long tour, visitors get a taste of the legends and folklore of Olde Towne but also learn about the district's unique architectural styles. The tours, which are available only on Tuesdays, June through September, begin at 8:30 p.m. Olde Towne Trolley Tour - Highlights of the narrated tour include a ride past 18th and 19th century homes, Revolutionary and Civil War sites, and the oldest operating naval hospital in America. Trolleys depart daily Memorial Day through Labor Day from the Portsmouth Visitor Information Center. Passengers may disembark at High Street Landing for convenient access to Olde Towne specialty shops, restaurants and museums. Cedar Grove Cemetery - Established in 1832, Cedar Grove is the oldest city-owned cemetery in Portsmouth. Listed on the Virginia and national registers of historic sites, the cemetery is noted for its funerary art and the civic, business, maritime, religious and military leaders who are buried there. Historical markers placed throughout the cemetery allow for self-guided tours.

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