Dormitories

There are 3 dormitory facilities at the Eastern Shore Lab.

Owens House

The Owens House is a 4,000 sq. ft., 2-story house, converted from a single-family dwelling. Total sleeping capacity is 32 people. The downstairs has 3 private rooms, each with a single bed; 1 room with 4 beds; and one room with 3 beds. The upstairs has 3 large rooms with a total of 22 bunks. Two restroom and shower facilities are located on each floor. Handicap access to the lower floor is provided.

Council House

The Council House is a 1,135 sq. ft. 1-story rancher. Total sleeping capacity is 6 people. There are 3 bedrooms with 2 single beds in each room. One restroom is shared between occupants.

King House

The King House is a 1,800 sq. ft. two-story house with a sleeping capacity of 6 – 8.  There are four bedrooms. Two of the bedrooms have two beds each. The remaining two bedrooms have a full size bed each. Two restrooms are shared between occupants.

Phone

There is a telephone in each dormitory. After hours there is no one in the administration building to answer the phone. If you are expecting personal calls, the dormitory number should be used.

• Owens House phone: 757-787-5838
• Council House phone: 757-302-209
• King House phone: 757-787-5563

Dining

Each dorm has a full service kitchen with dining area. Appliances and cookware are available, but all food must be brought by the guests. Consideration of other guests requires that these facilities be maintained clean and orderly by all users.

Linens

Visitors should bring their own linens for a single size bed, pillow, blanket and towels. Janitorial service is limited and guests are required to keep the dorm clean and neat.

Rules

A full listing of dormitory rules is available either in html format or as a printable pdf file.

Rates

All visitors will be charged $12 per person/per night.