This Potomac River town boasts award-winning wines, family-friendly festivals, and a rich presidential history.
Its also the birthplace of two U.S. presidents: George Washington and James Monroe.
Given Colonial Beach is barely 4 miles long, its completely walkable, too.
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Grab A Golf Cart
This four-block-wide beach town is also noted for its golf carts.
Youll fit right in.
Rent one atT and T Golf Cart RentalorCustom Cartz.
Both Monroe Bay Winery and Ingleside Vineyards are a short drive from the five different beaches in Colonial Beach.
Ingleside Vineyards notably won a coveted gold medal at the 2023 Virginia Governors Cup Awards for its 2021 Albarino.
In 2024, Ice House expects to dock tiny houseboats as overnight rentals, too.
For retail therapy, pop in the shops on Hawthorn Street, including Beach Paws Boutique and Hawthorne Mercantile.
Or head a little way up to the quieter North Beach.
If youd rather cruise on the water, head down to the Colonial Beach Yacht Center.
Wilkersons has been a mainstay in Colonial Beach for more than 75 years.
Its all-you-can-eat seafood buffet on weekends draws in the crowds.
It has soup, salad, fried rice, noodles, curry, dessert, and more menu items.
There are also plenty of vegetarian options.
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