Amenities

All Hotel rooms have private baths; two have access to the second floor screened porch and two have working fireplaces. Two kayaks are available at no additional cost for guests. “Room with a View,” a gift shop offering one-of-a-kind hand-made Eastern Shore crafts, is open on the first floor of the Hotel (shop is open Wednesday through Sunday). Hotel guests arriving by boat may dock across the street at the marina.

Dining Room

This room dates back to the 1890 addition and is decorated in high Victorian style with Bradbury & Bradbury willow wallpaper. Cindy serves a gourmet breakfast in this beautiful room.

Coffee

As an added experience to our breakfast, Haven Grounds Coffee is our coffee of choice and is roasted daily and available in the Shop Boutique in the hotel.

The Piano Room

This room was the dining room in the original roadhouse. The moldings are original hand-cut. The working fireplace boasts the original reeded mantle. The room looks out over the river. Guests may relax here with a glass of wine and afternoon snacks.

East Porches

The Victorian Bedroom and Garden Bedroom share access to a wonderful screened porch overlooking the marsh and river. Recent guests watched two eagles fight with an osprey near the nesting platform thirty feet away. We’re pleased to report that all was resolved with no harm to the disputing parties.

South Porch

The main porch that overlooks the Wicomico River. Great place to relax and see a variety of birds—including ospreys, herons, egrets, and many others—or watch watermen work the Bay.

What is there to do in Whitehaven? You can take a nice walk or ride a bike around the village, or relax and watch boats glide down the Wicomico River. If you’re feeling a bit more adventurous, the hotel has two kayaks for the use of guests. Whitehaven has several well-known artists with studios you can visit. Whitehaven represents a way of life which is fast disappearing from the Eastern Shore. Marine facilities are available across the street in the Whitehaven Marina.

Wineries

Bordeleau Vineyards & Winery

Imagine relaxing amongst the beauty of the estate, enjoying world-class wines and taking in the abundance of wildlife that call the Eastern Shore their home: Bald Eagles, Great Blue Herons and Snowy Egrets, just to name a few.

They are located just south of Salisbury, Maryland, nestled between the gentle slopes of the Wicomico Creek.

Layton’s Chance Vineyard & Winery

The Layton family has been farming in the Salem area of Dorchester County for several generations, on what is now 1800 acres known affectionately as Lazy Day Farms.

In an effort to diversify their farming operation, the family reevaluated their business, and a few years ago joined Maryland’s growing wine trade. They planted their first grapes in 2007, choosing to grow grapes hardy and well-suited to the Eastern Shore.

Breweries

Evolution Craft Brewing

Evolution Craft Brewing doesn’t just make top-rated beers. Our beers are made to pair well with great food. Whether it’s the food served at our restaurants or the food you make at home. While our beers are delicious on their own, you can choose to elevate the experience. Gather with friends and crack open a can, bottle or growler of your favorite eVo beer. Create your own favorite pairings for the ultimate culinary creation. Ever-better beer for ever-better food. An excellent recipe for ever-better times.

Burley Oak

Why “Burley Oak?” The inspiration for our name Burley Oak Brewing Company was derived from the name of the town, our traditional brewing methods and the history of our brewhouse. The town of Berlin had its start around the 1790s, part of the Burley Plantation, a 300-acre (1.2 km2) land grant dating back to 1677. Burley Oak does not serve food, but you can cross the Street to get pizza and bring it back to the brewery to enjoy.

Tall Tales Brewing Company

Tall Tales Brewing Company is located in a small town on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. It is our appreciation for an exceptional beer that drives us to produce a quality selection of approachable styles. As an artisan brewery, we are consistently releasing new and rotational beers in addition to our year-round offerings. Offers food.

RAR Brewery

RaR Brewery in Cambridge, MD is a great brewery offering seasonals and amazing creations of craft beer along with great food! A must try!

Herb Farm and Retreat Center

Habanera Farm

Habanera Farm, LLC offers herbal medicine consultations, health, wellness and spiritual coaching, grief recovery outreach programs and a course curriculum for a variety of classes. Subjects of the classes relate to health awareness, health management, nature, nurturing relationships and partnerships, developing healing practices and awareness, and herb growing.

Owned by Henriette den Ouden and Chris Himmel, they have created a beautiful place where people are invited to enjoy the outside, meditate, learn about nature and nature’s rhythms or find solitude.

Recreation

Green Hill Yacht and Country Club

Green Hill Yacht and Country Club is partnering up with the Whitehaven Hotel to take full advantage of golf and restaurant privileges. We are happy to introduce to our guests a unique opportunity. Their new web site is coming in March.

Restaurants

Public House Restaurant and Evolution Craft Brewing

Public House Restaurant and Evolution Craft Brewing: Their beers are made to pair well with food or just to enjoy sipping and enjoying the abundance of flavors. The Public House is attached to EVO Brewery so whether you choose to sit in the tasting room or in the restaurant, either one is an excellent recipe for ever-better times with ever-better food and craft beer. Downtown Salisbury.

Market Street Inn

Market Street Inn is now known for its extensive wine selection, gourmet culinary conception yet maintaining a casual local flair. Downtown Salisbury.

Mogan’s Oyster House

Hospitality driven seafood house serving a menu of inspired coastal cuisine in a modern industrial space. Downtown Salisbury.

SoBo’s Wine Bistro

Featuring a progressive wine list with 100 New World wines that make it easy and fun to select something that will please anyone, from the novice to the most experienced pallet. The food is contemporary American cuisine, with lunch and dinner menus that change frequently to reflect the flavors of the seasons with beautiful plate presentation and surprisingly ample portions.

The Red Roost

The best all-you-can-eat seafood on the Shore is just three miles away. Take a scenic drive down country roads to one of the most unique eating establishments on the Eastern Shore.

Boonies Chop House

Boonies Restaurant & Bar is located in beautiful scenic Tyaskin, Maryland. They are surrounded by large pine trees with a quiet breeze. Quaintly decorated dining rooms combined with the welcoming and friendly staff will make you feel right at home. They offer outdoor dining on a spacious deck.

Back Street Grill

Selection of sandwiches, soups, and salads, great burgers.

Regional Area

Chincoteague Island

Chincoteague Island, Virginia’s only resort island, is one (and perhaps the most beautiful) of the many islands that dot Virginia’s Eastern Shore. World-famous for its oyster beds and clam shoals, this picturesque island is the gateway to Assateague Island National Seashore.

Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge

On the way to Whitehaven from Baltimore/Washington outside of Cambridge off Route 50, this is a great place to see osprey, bald eagles, many types of ducks and geese, by car or kayak!

Chesapeake Maritime Museum

On the way to Whitehaven from Baltimore/Washington in St. Michaels off Route 50. One of our favorite places. See types of boats used on the bay and learn about the culture and the people. Kid-friendly.

The Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art

Okay, they’re just carved wooden ducks but the people are fanatical about them. In the heart of the Atlantic Flyway, the museum features the world’s largest and finest public collection of decorative and antique decoys. But that’s not all, other surprises await, so visit the Ward, you’ll be glad you did.

Wicomico County Tourism

Wicomico County is the heart of the Delmarva Peninsula. Bordered on the north by Delaware and located between the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, Wicomico County is truly the hub of the entire Eastern Shore.

Pemberton Historial Park

Sprawling 262-acre conservation area with nature trails and a house museum built-in 1741.

Assateague Island

Assateague Island is a National Seashore spanning 10 miles of serene beach on the Maryland Coastline. Salt Marshes and Wildlife are among the attractions along with sightings of wild ponies on the beaches and the park areas.