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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
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
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
Summer is here, and the island is full of activities and memorable experiences to share with the family! There is no better way to spend your extended weekend than enjoying life on the shore. Join us as we celebrate our families and friends this mont… Read more
Are you looking for a fun getaway for the family for Memorial Day? Chincoteague Island and its surrounding towns are welcoming summer in style with shopping festivities and boat trips to create memories your family will not soon forget. If you have b… Read more
Family vacations are precious. Not only do they allow you to spend time with your loved ones, but they also give you the opportunity to get to know the locations that rejuvenate the people closest to you. Mother’s Day Weekend is only a week away, and… Read more
It may feel as though summer is far away, but the weather is already getting warmer here on the island! The long weekends and relaxing weeks of leisurely walks on the beach and late evenings strolling the breezy streets of Chincoteague Island are rig… Read more
We hope you are enjoying the beautiful sunshine and the promise of spring as much as we are this month! Our clocks have been moved forward, and we are ready for the excitement that warmer weather will bring this year.
If you have not booked you… Read more
March is an excellent month to plan a getaway to Chincoteague. Whether you plan on spending your weekends with us or an entire week for an early spring break, there will be many opportunities to enjoy the island atmosphere. Several local businesses w… Read more
Are you looking for the perfect romantic getaway? Or perhaps you need a weekend escape with your closest friends?
Death by ChocolateCome join us as we celebrate the island’s 17th Annual Death by Chocolate event! These free Valentine’s Day festivitie… Read more