Essex Inn

03/23/2026

Spring and the grounds are showing off

01/22/2026

We are delighted to be featured in this giveaway! See comments on how to register to win

GIVEAWAY TIME! We’re partnering with two Essex favorites to give two people the perfect local getaway.

Two winners will each receive:
- 1 overnight stay at The Essex Inn
- $100 gift card to 1710 Tavern

How to enter:
1. Follow this account!
2. Follow Essex Inn
3. Follow 1710 Tavern
4. Like this post
5. Tag the person you’d bring along

Giveaway ends January 28 at 11:59 PM. Winners announced January 29.

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas

10/09/2025

Check us out in the newest edition of Virginia Living!

From Staunton and Tuckahoe to Williamsburg and Tappahannock, centuries-old inns and estates whisper stories that refuse to rest. Step inside the haunted heart of the Commonwealth in our latest feature, The Ghosts of Virginia:
https://virginialiving.com/culture/the-ghosts-of-virginia
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Written by Avery Chenoweth⁠
Photo by Sera Petras
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06/11/2025

Golden hour, Greek Revival, and a well-earned rest. 🌅 The mile-long Downing Bridge leads straight to Tappahannock’s Essex Inn—where history meets boutique comfort.⁠
⁠https://virginialiving.com/outdoors/the-ultimate-guide-to-cycling-virginias-northern-neck
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Written by Eric J. Wallace
Photography by Chris M. Rogers
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01/06/2025

Hello everyone!
With the snow keeping most people inside, today would be a great time to support the Essex Inn as well as the other great businesses in Tappahannock in the Best of Virginia survey through Virginia Living magazine. Just follow the links in the post, we appreciate it!

🌟 Make 1710 Tavern Your Choice for Best of Virginia 2025! 🌟

The voting is now open for Virginia Living’s Best of Virginia 2025, and we’d love your support for 1710 Tavern! We’re proud to be your go-to spot for incredible food, great drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere.

While you're voting, don’t forget to show some love to other amazing local favorites like Essex Inn, Act XII Wine and Provisions, Wind Vineyards at Laurel Grove, Maltese Brewing Company 2 Tappahannock , and all your favorite spots in the Eastern region. Together, we make our community truly special!

✅ Cast your vote here: https://best-of-virginia-2025--valivingmag.contest.vote/eastern

Spread the word, vote for your favorites, and let’s make this year unforgettable for 1710 Tavern and all the amazing businesses in our area. Thank you for your support!

12/17/2024

12/06/2024

Stay for a cozy night with warm fireplaces and soft bedding. The Inn is decorated for Christmas 🎄

10/30/2024

A great amenity that is on the water, a block away from the Essex Inn!

10/17/2024

October is Virginia Wine Month, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with an extraordinary event! We are thrilled to partner with our friends at Act XII Wine and Provisions to present "Wine on Water Lane" this Saturday, October 19th, from 1 PM to 5 PM at the charming and historic Essex Inn.
Join us for an exquisite tasting experience featuring over 30 meticulously curated Virginia wines. Each guest will receive a commemorative wine glass to take home, alongside delightful charcuterie bites to enhance your tasting journey. Gather your friends, mark your calendars, and prepare for an unforgettable afternoon of wine and camaraderie!
Tickets are available now through our Facebook event page or at 1710tavern.com under the events tab. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate Virginia’s finest wines in style! Cheers!😁🍷