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April 2024 Special: "3 and a Free"

This April, stay any 3 nights and get one night FREE! Valid for stays between March 30 and April 30, 2024. As always, this discount cannot be combined with other discounts or special rates, and must be requested at the time of booking. This special i… Read more
A partial solar eclipse as seen from NASA's Wallops Flight Facility on August 21, 2017. Photo Credit: Nasa Wallops

Last Minute $99 Eclipse & Launch Special

Stay with us for the upcoming eclipse and rocket launches on April 8, 2024 at NASA's Wallops Flight Facility and get a special deal!  On Chincoteague, the Moon will block a maximum of 81.4% of the Sun’s light. One sounding rocket will launch fo… Read more

2022 Seasonal Specials

We are thrilled to share our seasonal specials with you! All of us here at the Refuge are excited to see you, and thankful that we finally have a little breathing room to welcome back some of our favorite guests after a few very very busy years. Fall… Read more

Celebrate the New Year on Chincoteague Island!

With the holidays upon us, it is easy to feel swept up in the frenzy. We want to remind you to do something nice for yourself this year, and schedule a relaxing trip to Chincoteague Island to join us in celebrating the transition from 2023 to 2024. W… Read more

Chincoteague Adventures in October

Fall is here, and we are excited to share all the island has to offer in the cooler months with you! Chincoteague Island is full of adventurous locations to keep you busy. Some say this time of year is when the magic truly happens in the island as vi… Read more

Legacy Series: Andy Linton and Nancy West

Chincoteague Island is home to many talented artisans, creators, storytellers, and guides. Their contributions to the history of Chincoteague Island are what keeps its rich history alive. If you are visiting us this fall or winter, we encourage you t… Read more

Planets, Plants, and Pizza!

Summer is still in full swing, and the temperatures are still perfect for a mix of outdoor exploration and air-conditioned fun on Chincoteague Island! If you are hoping to take home science-themed souvenirs to commemorate your trip to our lovely litt… Read more

Our Grandfather's Legacy

Donald Leonard, founder of the Refuge Inn, seemed to have ponies in his blood all of his life. You could say that he was born into it– His great-grandfather Kendal Jester grazed ponies in the area known as “Wildcat”, on the north end of Chincoteague.… Read more

Outdoor Adventures Await on Chincoteague Island!

August 4 is Great American Outdoors Act Day, and admission to the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge will be free for everyone all day in celebration. Many know Chincoteague Island for its beautiful beach and wild ponies. However, it also features… Read more

Independence Weekend on Chincoteague Island

Do you hear that sound? The ocean is calling. July 4 is the perfect time to answer that call because we are ready to celebrate independence in style this month! If you have a long weekend before you and need summer plans to fill it up, we encourage … Read more