The Velvet Anchor | Chelsea Suite: Bohemian Charm

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A spacious interior with a dining area, seating, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A room with a blue sofa, a wooden chair, a small table, and a large window with curtains.
A bedroom with a fireplace, a bed, a chair, a small table, and a ceiling fan.
A bar area with a counter, stools, and a variety of bottles.
A room with a wooden chair, a blue sofa, and a lamp.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Norfolk, VA
  • Place, Eastern Virginia Medical School
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Chrysler Museum of Art
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Dominion University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Norfolk, VA (ORF-Norfolk Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Norfolk

This bed & breakfast is a short stroll from Sentara Norfolk General Hospital and Eastern Virginia Medical School. The guestroom includes a fireplace and a dining area.

What's nearby

  • Eastern Virginia Medical School - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Stockley Gardens Dog Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Chrysler Museum of Art - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Harrison Opera House - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Old Dominion University - 6 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Norfolk Station - 12 min drive
  • Ft Norfolk-Medical Center Station - 16 min walk
  • Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Orapax Restaurant and Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪No Frill Bar and Grill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Gogi Guys Korean Steak House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mr. Shawarma - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Velvet Anchor | Chelsea Suite: Bohemian Charm

Tucked in the grit & soul of Chelsea, The Velvet Anchor is a boutique inn inside a historic 110-year-old building. Built for old souls & young hearts, we trade sterile lobbies for cozy, curated comforts. Right on the Elizabeth River Trail, steps from local bars and restaurants - just minutes from downtown & Ghent. Beyond a place to stay, we partner with local chefs, musicians, & makers to host pop-up kitchens, open mics, cocktail classes and more - there's always something at the inn!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer

Food and drink

  • Separate dining area

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  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events are allowed on site.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

899389

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this bed & breakfast?

This bed & breakfast is located in Norfolk, close to Naval Station Norfolk, Waterside District, and Norfolk Premium Outlets. You'll also find Norfolk Scope and USS Wisconsin BB-64 within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Velvet Anchor | Chelsea Suite: Bohemian Charm?

As of Oct 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Velvet Anchor | Chelsea Suite: Bohemian Charm on Nov 1, 2026 start from $230, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at The Velvet Anchor | Chelsea Suite: Bohemian Charm?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't offer parking.

Is this bed & breakfast associated with a casino?

No, this bed & breakfast is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this bed & breakfast?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

Is The Velvet Anchor | Chelsea Suite: Bohemian Charm a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this bed & breakfast include a fireplace in each guestroom with a fireplace in some.

Does The Velvet Anchor | Chelsea Suite: Bohemian Charm have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does this bed & breakfast provide breakfast?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this bed & breakfast allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this bed & breakfast.

Does The Velvet Anchor | Chelsea Suite: Bohemian Charm have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

Where is the closest airport to this bed & breakfast?

The closest major airport to this bed & breakfast is Norfolk Intl. Airport (ORF), which is 12.2 mi away (22 minutes by car). Another top airport is Newport News - Williamsburg Intl. Airport (PHF), which is around 21 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Velvet Anchor | Chelsea Suite: Bohemian Charm?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Velvet Anchor | Chelsea Suite: Bohemian Charm.

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