Attractions

Visit New Point Comfort Lighthouse

This lighthouse is on the National Historic Register of Historic Places and was in operation from 1805-1962. It is the third oldest lighthouse still standing on the Chesapeake Bay and the tenth oldest in the United States. You can admire the view from the Observation Walkway on the New Point Comfort Preserve or the Bayside Landing. There are also kayak and boat tours available. Learn More

Help Save Virginia's Coast

There are a number of environmental agencies at work to preserve Bavon Beach and its unique habitat. Follow the links below to learn about the shared mission of The Nature Conservancy, The Friends of the Tiger Beetle, and the Chesapeake Bay Foundation to protect the New Point Comfort Natural Area Preserve.

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Recent Preservation Efforts

Things to Do in Mathews County, VA

Chesapeake Bay:

Arts & Culture:

Art Galleries & Studios | Events | Mathews Farmers Market
Museums & Historical Sites | Sibley’s General Store

Shopping & Dining:

Boutiques & Gifts | Tools & Home Supplies | Grocery | Restaurants | Seafood

Island Stop Market (6 miles from Bavon Cottage)
Get Directions
3768 New Point Comfort Hwy.
Port Haywood, VA 23138
Call: 804.725.2323

STORE HOURS
Sun-Thurs:
7am-8pm (Deli open Mon-Thurs 10:30 -7:30)
Fri & Sat:
7am-10pm (Deli open Fri and Sat 10:30-9:30)
DELI CLOSED SUNDAYS