Beaches
Beach and surf
https://www.chincoteague.com/surfing.html
A waterpark: https://www.mauijacks.com/
pet-friendly items: I don't believe the beach on Va side is pet-friendly however, here are five other items, call to confirm: https://www.bringfido.com/attraction/city/chincoteague_island_va_us/
Chincoteague Island, VA
Beach and surf
https://www.chincoteague.com/surfing.html
A waterpark: https://www.mauijacks.com/
pet-friendly items: I don't believe the beach on Va side is pet-friendly however, here are five other items, call to confirm: https://www.bringfido.com/attraction/city/chincoteague_island_va_us/
Visit Assateague Island
https://www.assateagueisland.com/
pet-friendly items: I don't believe the beach on Va side is pet-friendly however, here are five items, call to confirm: https://www.bringfido.com/attraction/city/chincoteague_island_va_us/
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Assateague Beach
Beach RoadVisit Assateague Island
https://www.assateagueisland.com/
pet-friendly items: I don't believe the beach on Va side is pet-friendly however, here are five items, call to confirm: https://www.bringfido.com/attraction/city/chincoteague_island_va_us/
Relax on the Cape Charles beach:
https://www.virginia.org/listing/cape-charles-beach/7787/
Pet-Friendly Beach, but ensure you check out the date/time restrictions.
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Cape Charles Beachfront
4 Bay AveRelax on the Cape Charles beach:
https://www.virginia.org/listing/cape-charles-beach/7787/
Pet-Friendly Beach, but ensure you check out the date/time restrictions.
Parks/Wildlife
Explorer the state park
https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/kiptopeke
Note: Pet-friendly, but ensure you check out dates/hours
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Parque Estatal Kiptopeke
3540 Kiptopeke DrExplorer the state park
https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/kiptopeke
Note: Pet-friendly, but ensure you check out dates/hours
Visit the Indiantown Park
https://www.co.northampton.va.us/government/departments_elected_offices/parks_recreation/indiantown_park
Indiantown Park
7399 Indiantown RdVisit the Indiantown Park
https://www.co.northampton.va.us/government/departments_elected_offices/parks_recreation/indiantown_park
See the wildlife, ponies, and refuge
https://www.fws.gov/refuge/chincoteague
pet-friendly items: I don't believe the beach on Va side is pet-friendly however, here are five items, call to confirm: https://www.bringfido.com/attraction/city/chincoteague_island_va_us/
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Chincoteague Island
See the wildlife, ponies, and refuge
https://www.fws.gov/refuge/chincoteague
pet-friendly items: I don't believe the beach on Va side is pet-friendly however, here are five items, call to confirm: https://www.bringfido.com/attraction/city/chincoteague_island_va_us/
This 298-acre preserve contains a mile of Chesapeake Bay shoreline, maritime forest, a freshwater pond, and a 0.75-mile trail through some of the highest sand dunes on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. Visitors may choose from three marked trails with interpretive signage to explore the area.
https://dwr.virginia.gov/vbwt/sites/savage-neck-dunes-natural-area-preserve/
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Savage Neck Dunes State Natural Area Preserve
2186 Savage Neck RdThis 298-acre preserve contains a mile of Chesapeake Bay shoreline, maritime forest, a freshwater pond, and a 0.75-mile trail through some of the highest sand dunes on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. Visitors may choose from three marked trails with interpretive signage to explore the area.
https://dwr.virginia.gov/vbwt/sites/savage-neck-dunes-natural-area-preserve/
Sightseeing
The Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel CBBT is a beautiful drive of two tunnels and multiple bridges between the eastern shore and Virginia Beach. On the shoreside, there is a long outdoor walk area and an expansive view of the bay. Note: The cost of the round trip under 24 hrs is just under $25.00 if you have an Ezpass, or under $35.00 without an ezpass.
http://www.cbbt.com/
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Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel
Chesapeake Bay Bridge-TunnelThe Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel CBBT is a beautiful drive of two tunnels and multiple bridges between the eastern shore and Virginia Beach. On the shoreside, there is a long outdoor walk area and an expansive view of the bay. Note: The cost of the round trip under 24 hrs is just under $25.00 if you have an Ezpass, or under $35.00 without an ezpass.
http://www.cbbt.com/
SouthEast Expeditions 2011
6631 Maddox BoulevardGuided Water TourTrips - www.southeastexpeditions.com
Visit the NASA Wallops Visitor Center
https://www.nasa.gov/content/nasa-wallops-visitor-center-2
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NASA Wallops Flight Facility Visitor Center
175 Chincoteague RdVisit the NASA Wallops Visitor Center
https://www.nasa.gov/content/nasa-wallops-visitor-center-2
Only 1.5hrs away is the Norfolk Nautica and USS Wisconsin.
https://nauticus.org/
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Nauticus
1 Waterside DrOnly 1.5hrs away is the Norfolk Nautica and USS Wisconsin.
https://nauticus.org/
Only 1.5 hrs away is the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center and around the corner is a water park too.
https://www.virginiaaquarium.com/
https://www.oceanbreezewaterpark.com/
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Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center
717 General Booth BlvdOnly 1.5 hrs away is the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center and around the corner is a water park too.
https://www.virginiaaquarium.com/
https://www.oceanbreezewaterpark.com/
Food scene
On the Virginia Eastern Shore we are considered "Middle Shore" as you look through this guide for food, events, and shopping
https://visitesva.com/places-to-eat/
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Eastern Shore of Virginia
On the Virginia Eastern Shore we are considered "Middle Shore" as you look through this guide for food, events, and shopping
https://visitesva.com/places-to-eat/
Cape Charles, Waterfront Seafood Restaurant
https://www.shantyseafood.com/
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The Shanty
33 Marina RdCape Charles, Waterfront Seafood Restaurant
https://www.shantyseafood.com/
see their website: https://greatclams.com/
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The Great Machipongo Clam Shack
6468 Lankford Hwysee their website: https://greatclams.com/
Taste the Wines and enjoy the vineyards
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Chatham Vineyards & Winery
9232 Chatham RdTaste the Wines and enjoy the vineyards
We eat dinner by the seaside windows in the restaurant.
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Island House Restaurant & Marina
17 Atlantic AveWe eat dinner by the seaside windows in the restaurant.
Exmore Diner
4264 Main StEat on a train. Love their breakfast menu!
Rt13 favorite stop before or after the CBBT.
https://stingrays1950.wixsite.com/stingrays
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Sting-Ray's Restaurant
26507 Lankford HwyRt13 favorite stop before or after the CBBT.
https://stingrays1950.wixsite.com/stingrays
Awesome local seafood, however before you go, make sure you confirm hours. They are normally open for dinner Thurs-Sun.
http://raysshanty.com/
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Ray's Shanty
32157 Chincoteague RdAwesome local seafood, however before you go, make sure you confirm hours. They are normally open for dinner Thurs-Sun.
http://raysshanty.com/
Shopping
We are concerned "Middle Shore" when you are looking for Shopping
https://visitesva.com/places-to-shop/
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Eastern Shore of Virginia
We are concerned "Middle Shore" when you are looking for Shopping
https://visitesva.com/places-to-shop/
For the eastern shore gifts visit the Blue Crab Bay Co.
https://www.bluecrabbay.com/
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Blue Crab Bay Co.
29368 Atlantic DrFor the eastern shore gifts visit the Blue Crab Bay Co.
https://www.bluecrabbay.com/
The Blue Crow Antique Mall
32124 Lankford HwyGreat antiques and gifts
Events
Events happening on the Shore
https://visitesva.com/events/
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Eastern Shore of Virginia
Events happening on the Shore
https://visitesva.com/events/
Eastern Shore of Virginia
4th of July Events
Cape Charles Yacht Center
11 T-1108Charter a boat 757-331-3100 https://capecharlesmarine.com/
Want to go fishing in the ocean or bay check out https://chincoteague.com/fishtales/fishtrips.html
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Chincoteague
Want to go fishing in the ocean or bay check out https://chincoteague.com/fishtales/fishtrips.html
Marsh Madness Charters
312 Jefferson Avenuecharter a fishing boat in Cape Charles
marshmadnesscharters.com
Consejos para la ciudad
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Binoculars
Watch all the wonderful wildlife
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Water Shoes
Our shores have shells (oysters/clams) in the water and grass stubs, so protect those feet.
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Walking Shoes
Lots of trails/parks/beaches to explore
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Fishing Pole/Crab Nets
Want to fish/crab off our dock or elsewhere? We have one rod/reel for guests or bring your own. No fishing license is required off our dock but is required elsewhere.
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Inflatable floats for the water/beach
Several guests have brought inflatable floats to drift on the water at the house or take them to the beach with them.