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Eastover Manor is a James 19th Century Plantation Home

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On the beach
Terrace/patio
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Interior
Pool

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 16399 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Eastover Manor is a James 19th Century Plantation Home

Eastover was part of a land grant in 1637 from the King of England to Henry Brown. Over the years, land was both acquired and subdivided into different parcels, leaving 283 acres, including the Manor house. Although the Manor house was not Henry Brown's house, it still has been of historical importance to many people. According to one historical record, the Manor house was built in the 1880's.
The Peninsula Baptist Association purchased Eastover in 1972 and is currently owned and operated by The Edge Christian Camp, Inc. Eastover has served as a place of retreat for church groups seeking God's guidance and as a host for organizations conducting summer camps. Our guests enjoy a time of peace and relaxation at the Manor. It has breathtaking views of the James River from a 100-foot elevation, one-half mile of beach and 283 acres of woods, lake, ravine and fields. Depending on what time of year will determine what you may see when you wake in the morning and look out your window. In the spring and summer you may see a baby fawn cuddling with its mama, or smell the fragrance of fresh cut hay in the air. The fall brings beautiful colors all around and glimpses of squirrels storing up for the winter. If your stay is in the winter you may be so blessed as to see a fresh blanket of snow on the ground and cardinals racing about to eat their red berries. You may even spot a Bald Eagle soaring in the blue sky. Whatever time of year you join us, enjoy your coffee overlooking the James River. Then take a hike down to the beach or through the woods.
Be sure and plan a day or two to visit the area plantations, Jamestown and Yorktown Settlements, Busch Gardens Theme Park or enjoy the shops of Williamsburg and Smithfield, home of the famous Smithfield Ham.
Virginia has so much to do and see; you will need more than a week to experience it all.

Property manager

The Edge Christian Camp

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,300 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Eastover Manor House on the James 1800's Plantation Home
Eastover Manor House James 1800's Plantation Home Spring Grove
Eastover Manor House James 1800's Plantation Home
Eastover Manor James 1800's Plantation Home Spring Grove
Eastover Manor House James 1800's Plantation Home Spring Grove
Eastover Manor House James 1800's Plantation Home
Eastover Manor James 1800's Plantation Home Spring Grove
Eastover Manor James 1800's Plantation Home
Eastover Manor House on the James 1800's Plantation Home
Eastover Manor House on the James 1800's Plantation Home

About the area

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Spring Grove, VA

What's nearby

  • Jamestown Settlement - 51 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Historic Jamestowne - 52 min drive - 25.2 km
  • College of William and Mary - 55 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Williamsburg Winery - 59 min drive - 32.1 km
  • Busch Gardens Williamsburg - 68 min drive - 37.4 km

Getting around

  • Williamsburg Transportation Center - 51 min drive
  • Newport News, VA (PHF-Newport News - Williamsburg Intl.) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Surry Seafood - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Edwards Virginia Ham Shoppe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Anna's Pizza & Italian Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Charles City Dairy Freeze - ‬63 min drive
  • ‪Frog Legs Restaurant & Sports Bar - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Eastover Manor is a James 19th Century Plantation Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Eastover Manor is a James 19th Century Plantation Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Eastover Manor is a James 19th Century Plantation Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Eastover Manor is a James 19th Century Plantation Home located?

Nestled on the beach, this Spring Grove holiday home is 4.6 mi (7.5 km) from Colonial National Historical Park and 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Smith's Fort. Jamestown Beach and Eco Discovery Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Eastover Manor is a James 19th Century Plantation Home Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Last Minute Change
This was an amazing weekend that we didnt even know we were going to have. This Home was classical. Large enough for 12 people to not even feel crowded at any time. The kids forgot about there phones ipads and games as they wondered around the place along with hiking down to the beach. The Adults were just in awe.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Hazel L

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the historic character of the house and the yard and scenery were beautiful. Inside though there were dirty dishes in the cupboards. I can understand hard water stains, but the bathrooms were trending towards filthy. Worst of all, I was reading in bed one night and turned over to find a roach crawling in my bed!!! I recommend a thorough cleaning of this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Darshika S.

Great vacation home amidst nature
This was our second time staying at the Eastover manor. This is a great property, just needs some thorough cleaning.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering
Beautiful old manor house in an awesome location. Our family enjoyed their visit and the grounds were great for walking and enjoying nature. Only a 6 minute walk from the house to the beach/James River and well worth it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Mark C., Durham, North Carolina, United States

week end at the Manor House
Plenty of room. Nice location with great view. Downside: Downstairs furnace not working. There were some small heaters in a couple of rooms. Notified property manager of problem and maintance came out. Problem was not solved so manager was called the next day. when we got back they had brought 1 small space heater.. No followup up. no e-mail or any communication. You cannot heat a large down stairs area with single space heater.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi G., Georgetown, ky

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s all about family
We loved the space of the house. No tv except dvds. Loved it. Kids had to play. We gave them the Sun porch and they gave lectures at the lectern. Even the shy ones. After a couple of days at Jamestown and Williamsburg the speeches got interesting. We had a scavenger hunt on the property and took family pictures. We were close enough to activities to have fun. We enjoyed everything. The beds were comfortable. House was beautiful.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Chablis A.

Fun place
Gorgeous property. Love the historic atmosphere. The house is old, which comes with some noises smelly pipes and dirt. Cobwebs and things which could easily be cleaned. But we were comfortable. It is FAR from any grocery stores so bring your food and a LOT of drinking water with you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect retreat location
This property was perfect for our churches womens retreat. I would highly recommend for a smaller group- it was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous place to get away and rest!
We had 13 homeschooling mommas end up coming on this trip. The location and home was perfect for us. Even better was the hospitality of the Edge Camp and staff. Lydia answered all of our question leading up to the trip and during our stay. We are already planning two trips back this year! Lydia even came over when she got off work to take a group photo for us! This house and area by far was one of our favorite trips! Thank you for all you did for us and we are looking forward to coming back! Crystal N.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Stacey T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Space, history, beauty...
Wonderful historical manor home was the perfect place to spend time with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vi P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the house
House and rooms were great. My family loved all the rooms. The outside needs some care. I really hope the outside is maintained. It would be a shame to not take care of the outside of this beauty.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

James D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Family Vacation
It's a little off the grid, but as long as you're prepared for drives into town, it's great. No noise from neighbors, and very accommodating staff. My grandparents Adored the building.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Katrina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas 2021
The house was okay and needs minor renovations inside and out. Our family struggled without Wifi- therefore we had to purchase a hotspot from Verizon to watch TV and get on the computer and cellphones. Some family members decided against staying due to the inability to drink wine anywhere on the property. Biggest debate was Jesus turn water into Wine. It's very isolated and good if you wanna get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. My suggestion would be internet and a smart tv would be good.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely colonial house
If you want to experience the full colonial Williamsburg experience, I highly recommend staying at this home. It is a one of a kind experience and such a lovey house. Our family enjoyed riding the ferry across the river to Colonial Williamsburg and Jamestown. While on the Manner grounds we loved exploring the river front beach and having a hayride. The beds were all very comfortable and there was lots of space within the house. The only draw back for us was that there was only 1 bath tub for bathing the younger children. The listing mentioned having multiple tub shower combos but there is actually only 1.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Worked well for our family
This house was perfect for our family reunion, which consisted of 3 couples and 3 singles. The house is large with lots of little sitting areas. So if someone goes to bed early, or wakes up early, there are rooms you can use without disturbing the sleeping. The kitchen and dining room are large. The dining room table seats 10 which worked for my family, although a few of the chairs were really wobbly. If you have larger group you could sit out on the porch (assuming it's not too cold), or bring one of the many tables into the dining room. I think the porch had 5-6 large circular tables, each fitting 8 or so. So there's plenty of table space. The porch is enclosed although not climate controlled, and it smells a bit musty. Each of the bedrooms was charming and offered good views. I enjoyed my bed, but some of my siblings complained of unevenness. Each bedroom had a bathroom. The four nicest ones had en suites; the fifth one by the kitchen had closeby, but you had to travel a short distance through a kitchen and laundry area. There's another bathroom by the front door, but we avoided it since it would run non-stop after you flushed it. This house is remote. Jamestown is kind of right across the river, but in order to get there you have to drive about 20 minutes and then catch a (free) ferry, which runs every half hour. (In summer, it's every 15 minutes.) There's a bridge further south which you would take if going down toward Norfolk. There's very little in the way of shopping or take out on the west side of the James River, where the house is placed. What was provided in the pantry was hit or miss. We didn't see things like salt, laundry detergent, trash bags (found those the last day), coffee filters. So if you are coming here, be prepared to bring things you might need, or call the office first to see what they have. The house had a lot of rules, noting that they are a Christian organization. I get the no smoking, no drug thing ... but no alcohol? Mind you, I'm not a drinker, but some people enjoy a glass of wine with dinner. I missed the warning in the listing and some family members were put off by it. Just be aware. The lock box is hard to open. I had to call the office to learn the trick. Many of my family members struggled with that. The place could use some maintenance. I hope those things get addressed off season.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tonja W., Cross, South Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway with Friends!
This home was perfect for our group. Plenty of beds, bathrooms, and space! All basic necessities were provided, the home was very clean, and the view of the river was beautiful! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Judy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
USNA Moms' Reunion
We loved the property!! It was not great weather so we didn't venture out on the property much but spent our days touring Williamsburg and Jamestown and then a day in Virginia Beach visiting our young naval aviators. The property was perfect for us and we all have a good sense of history so we greatly appreciated the Manor, it's history and the "feel" of it. We each had our own bedrooms and baths and it was perfect!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rose H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and Peaceful
Our family has stayed at Eastover Manor several times. Quiet and peaceful. We love it there.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

Phyllis V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not as nice as we were expecting
The Manor House at The Edge is listed as near Williamsburg. But that is only after crossing the James River ferry. The picture of the Manor House is impressive, as is the advertisement about it. On first sight it is beautiful, and inside the large living romm, dining room, and bedrooms are all beautiful, with beautiful furniture, with nice hardwood floors and area rugs. For me it was quite disappointing. Foremost, all upholstered furniture, though quite beautiful, is also quite musty. The library has hundreds of books, also musty. If you have any type mold allergy, avoid this place. The kitchen is fully equipped, including a refrigerator with an ice maker which was never connected. The showers heat very quickly, but don't stay hot very long. Then little things. There was rot in the boards at the front of the front porch. A few of the windows have cracked glass. In some the glass is just broken. On cool evenings it would be nice to open windows to air the place out, especially in the event of a power failure. But the windows are the old heavy wood double sash type with window weights held by ropes. Many of the ropes are broken or just missing. Many of the window shades do not work, leaving windows completely dark or completely unshaded. Inside the front door is a fire extinguisher hook, but no fire extinguisher. Outside, much of the wood around the windows has considerable badly peeling paint. There are plastic lawn chairs for sitting around a campfire in back. These are covered with moss or lichen, not at all inviting to sit on. There is a croquet set of mallets, but no balls. There is no wifi, except at the camp office 1/4 mile away. The manor house is on a church camp property, and appears somewhat neglected. It is not a resort area. The advertisement shows a swimming pool, giving the impression the pool is at the house. It is actually a little past the camp office, about a quarter mile away. The camp brochure says to reserve a time up until 9 PM for swimming. At 4PM on an 85 degree August 1 Sunday the pool was closed and locked. My wife and I rented this place for a week to get our family together. I left early. We definitely will not come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Cheryl A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation spot
Beautiful property! The house is large and comfortable. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Janice J.

Liked: Cleanliness
A three generation family vacation
The house needs a lot of updating but it’s a beautiful place and we enjoyed it. The children loved the spacious grounds for play and fishing in the river. Cold showers, heating/air, under stocked kitchen were a bit of a problem. Also, I had no idea the property was so remote. It required a lot of driving to get anywhere. In spite of those things, we loved the beauty and charm. It fit nicely into a vacation that was based on historical places.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Linda P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Manor House
The property is beautiful. It is high above but right on the James River. Gorgeous views and sunsets and an enormous yard with lovely flowers and lots of space for the little ones to play, away from the drop off to the river. The private beach is difficult to get to for very young and older folks; long, rutted and, when we were there, very muddy. A couple of us who were able did make the trek and enjoyed the beach. It was fun and easy to take the ferry across the James to Colonial Williamsburg. There is nothing close by as stated so bring everything you need. The kitchen is very well stocked with every pot, pan and utensil you would ever need. The house itself needs a lot of attention, especially the kitchen, but the rooms are large and airy. The bedrooms and bathrooms are very spacious with a beautiful staircase and high ceilings. With an investment, the house could be magnificent. No one greeted or welcomed us but were responsive when we had a problem getting the heat on.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy M., Lexington, SC

Liked: Cleanliness
Unbelievably gorgeous
The Spring Grove manor was breathtaking. It is nestled away in a serene setting located right on the James River. The first impression we had of the manor was that we had just stepped back in time when houses were regal. The house was well appointed and we loved it all. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shannon D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great spring getaway
Our whole family thoroughly enjoyed the views from the property and the undeniable charm of the house. There was plenty of room to spread out, but also cozy rooms in which to gather. It is clear that they take care to prepare for each guest and we even received a phone call a day ahead of time asking if we had any questions. That was a first for me from a VRBO property! The house itself is in need of some TLC and fixing up as it has good bones but requires some upkeep to restore it to its full glory. That is the reason why there were some cleanliness issues - they were just related to things that need repair. The house is fully usable as is and very nice. It just needs a little maintenance to deal with some leaky faucets, wonky window shades and that kind of thing. My family definitely wants to return and looks forward to the possibility of more vacations looking out over the James River!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Neils J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a Family Holiday
We booked the Eastover Manor for Christmas Eve and Christmas night. It is a beautiful, historic property with a wonderful view of the James River. I couldn't recommend it more!