Elegantly Victorian, Delightfully Modern
Explore Colonial Beach
Exploring Colonial Beach, Virginia, offers a captivating journey through history and natural beauty. Nestled along the banks of the Potomac River, this charming town is renowned for its rich colonial heritage and breathtaking coastal landscapes. Visitors can delve into the past by strolling along the historic streets lined with well-preserved Victorian homes and colorful shops. The pristine sandy beaches beckon sunbathers and water enthusiasts, offering a refreshing escape from the bustling city life. Fishing, boating, and kayaking opportunities abound, allowing adventurers to embrace the tranquility of the river. With its enchanting atmosphere and picturesque setting, Colonial Beach is an idyllic destination for those seeking a harmonious blend of history and coastal allure.
Historic Sites
Stratford Hall
https://www.stratfordhall.org/
483 Great House Rd, Stratford, VA 22558
Winter Hours: January 2 – March 15, 2022
10:00am to 5:00pm
Tuesdays – Thursdays: Visitor Center, Gift Shop, Historic Outbuildings, and Grounds open; Great House closed for tours.
Fridays – Mondays: Great House, Visitor Center, Gift Shop, and Grounds open
A National Historic Landmark, Stratford Hall preserves the legacy of the Lee family and its surrounding community, inspires an appreciation of America’s past, and encourages commitment to the ideals of leadership, honor, independent thought, and civic responsibility. Established by Thomas Lee in the 1730s, Stratford Hall is one of the great houses of American history. Four generations of the Lee family passed through its stately doors including Richard Henry Lee and Francis Lightfoot Lee, the only two brothers to sign the Declaration of Independence, Revolutionary War hero “Light Horse Harry” Lee, and his son, Civil War General Robert E. Lee, who was born at Stratford Hall in 1807.
James Monroe Birthplace Park & Museum
https://monroefoundation.org/birthplace-park-museum/
4460 James Monroe Hwy, Colonial Beach, VA 22443
Birthplace Home Museum
Open from Memorial Day to Labor Day for Free Tours from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Visitors Center & Museum
Open from Memorial Day to Labor Day from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Park and Trails
Open Year Round
Virginia's Northern Neck Peninsula is the “birthplace of our nation” with three of the first five American presidents being born here, along with other prominent families that helped form our nation and its Declaration of Independence. The property that is now entrusted to the James Monroe Memorial Foundation is a 74-acre property that runs from the main highway to a pier at Monroe Creek and sits just outside of Colonial Beach proper. The Commemorative Timeline Walking Trail is the heart of the park which is free and open to the public and tells the life and events surrounding James Monroe. There is ample parking, a working service road and more in the works as we continue to improve and expand.
George Washington Birthplace
https://www.nps.gov/gewa/index.htm
1732 Popes Creek Rd, Colonial Beach, VA 22443
Visitor Center (Wednesday - Sunday 9:30 am to 5:00 pm)
The Park Store is located at the Visitor Center (Wednesday - Sunday 9:30 am to 5:00 pm)
Memorial House Museum (guided tours begin at the Visitor Center, Wednesday-Sunday, at 11:00 am and 2:30 pm)
George Washington Birthplace National Monument is located in the Northern Neck of Virginia. It encompasses 551 acres of the former Popes Creek Plantation, the American ancestral home of the Washington Family where George Washington was born. In addition to a Colonial Revival farm, burial ground, visitor center, and historic structures, the park also has picnic grounds and a public beach.
Parks
Westmoreland State Park
https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/westmoreland
145 Cliff Road, 145 Cliff Rd, Montross, VA 22520
The park is open daily dawn to dusk. The park office and visitor center are open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon. – Fri.
On the Potomac River's Northern Neck, this park offers many opportunities for family fun. It's listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has a bathhouse, meeting area, snack bar, camp store and power-boat ramp. You'll also find a visitor center, campgrounds, camping cabins, cabins, a playground, a fishing pier, boat rentals and 6 miles of trails. Fossil collectors enjoy hunting for ancient shark teeth along the Potomac. Offshore breakwaters are great for fishing. Birding enthusiasts find the park an excellent site for spotting American bald eagles, ospreys, kingfishers, great blue herons, common terns, green herons and gulls, as well as wintering waterfowl. Murphy Hall, atop Horse Head Cliffs, offers a superb view of the Potomac River. The hall accommodates up to 72 people for meetings and other gatherings. Amenities include audiovisual equipment, a warming kitchen for catered events and an executive board room.
There's limited cell phone service in the park. WiFi is available at the camp store.
Caledon State Park
https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/caledon
11617 Caledon Rd, King George, VA 22485
The park is open 8 a.m. to sunset. The visitor center is currently open Saturday and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. Hours are subject to change based on staff availability.
Visitor Center Hours:
Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day: Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
April, May, Sept. and Oct.: Saturday and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m.
A National Natural Landmark known for its old growth forest and summer home to many American bald eagles, Caledon attracts bird watchers of all ages. Trails, including Boyd's Hole Trail, which leads to the Potomac River, are open year-round. A visitor center with bald eagle exhibits, four picnic areas, a picnic shelter and restrooms also are available.
Dahlgren Heritage Museum
3540 James Madison Pkwy, King George, VA 22485
Hours of Operation: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Telling the Story and Reflecting the Spirit of the Navy and the Community at Dahlgren
Antique Shops
Peddler’s Market
https://peddlersmarket.wixsite.com/peddlersmarketcbcom
501 Euclid Ave, Colonial Beach, VA 22443
Open All Year
Thursday - Monday
Visit Facebook Page @PeddlersMarket.CB for Current Hours and Weather Related Changes
Hawthorn Mercantile
https://www.facebook.com/Hawthornmercantile/
116 Hawthorn St, Colonial Beach, VA 22443
(804) 410-2036
Hours:
Saturday 10 AM–5 PM
Sunday 10 AM–5 PM
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 10 AM–5 PM
Friday 10 AM–5 PM
Gitie’s
https://gitiesbiz.wordpress.com/
17373 Ridge Rd, King George, VA 22485
(540) 775-1849
7 days a week; 10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
Specializing in antiques, jewelry, housewares, books, and other unique items. Stop by and find a new treasure or one-of-a-kind gift.
Unique Antiques and Home Decor Mall
https://www.uniqueantiquesmall.net/
9600 James Madison Pkwy #1, King George, VA 22485
540-625-2006
Open 10 am - 5 pm
Closed Tuesdays
Unique Antiques is the areas largest home décor mall, featuring over 140 dealers specializing in exquisite home decor, collectibles, French Country, primitive, farm style, nautical, mid-century modern and vintage retro.
The Minnow Bucket Antiques
331 Main St, Port Royal, VA 22535
(804) 884-0009
Hours:
Saturday 10 AM–6 PM
Sunday 10 AM–5 PM
Monday Closed
Tuesday 10 AM–5 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–5 PM
Thursday 10 AM–5 PM
Friday 10 AM–5 PM
Antiques and much more. They have 11 vendors spread throughout almost 2900 square feet of the shop (not including the shed when it’s open!) and strive to have a continuous rotation of awesome stuff for everyone!
Wineries
Monroe Bay Winery
http://www.monroebaywine.com/
4786 James Monroe Highway, Colonial Beach VA 22443
804-410-5628
Saturday & Sunday from noon - 5pm from April - Dec
Monroe Bay Winery is a small farm winery and cidery located near Colonial Beach, Virginia. The tasting room is Open at their Strawbale Barn every Saturday & Sunday from noon - 5pm from April - Dec.
Ingleside
https://www.inglesidevineyards.com/
5872 Leedstown Rd, Oak Grove, VA 22443
Hours (Winter 2023): Open Thurs-Mon 12-5pm
(804) 224-8687
Opening in 1980, under the direction of Doug Flemer, Ingleside Vineyards is one of Virginia’s oldest and largest wineries and produces over 18 types of wine from its estate-grown grapes. For over thirty-five years, our hand-crafted wines have won numerous awards and top honors in state, national and international wine competitions, such as the London International Wine & Spirits Competition, the San Francisco International Wine Competition and the Virginia Governor’s Cup Competition.
Backporch
https://www.backporchvineyard.com/
16595 Wilmont Rd, King George, VA 22485
(540) 940-3939
Hours:
Friday 4-8 PM
Saturday 12-6 PM
Sunday 2-6 PM
Circa1892
106 Hawthorn Street, Colonial Beach, VA 22443
Closed on Monday
Tuesday – Saturday 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sunday 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wine, Beer, Cheese and Gourmet Food Shop
Designed to be a regional destination for wine lovers — both novices and experts — Circa 1892
is a wine bar and retail outlet offering a large selection of wines, specialty cheeses and gourmet
foods from around the world. Eat-in or take-out fare includes artisanal sandwiches, salads,
charcuterie boards and specialty chocolates. A selection of high-end beers and cigars also is
available.
Breweries
Colonial Beach Brewing
215C Washington Ave, Colonial Beach, VA 22443
(804) 214-7530
Hours:
Saturday 2–10 PM
Sunday 2–8 PM
Monday Closed
Tuesday 5–9 PM
Wednesday 5–9 PM
Thursday 5–9 PM
Friday 5–10 PM
Ice House Brewery & Kitchen
119 Monroe Bay Ave, Colonial Beach, VA 22443
(804) 410-2016
Hours:
Saturday 11:30 AM–10 PM
Sunday 11:30 AM–8 PM
Monday 4:30–9 PM
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 4:30–9 PM
Thursday 4:30–9 PM
Friday 4:30–10 PM
Montross Brewery
https://www.montrossbrewery.com/
15381 Kings Hwy, Montross, VA 22520
(804) 313-7477
Highmark Brewery
Two locations:
7857 Dolleys Ct, King George, VA
390 Kings Hwy, Fredericksburg, VA 22405
(540) 709-2020
Games and Hobbies
CB Train Junction
https://www.cbtrainjunction.com/
509 Colonial Ave, Colonial Beach, VA 22443
Thursday 10am-4pm
Friday 12pm - 6pm
Saturday 10am-4pm
Sunday 12:30pm-5:30pm
Monday 10am-2pm
Tuesday, Wednesday Closed
This shop is all about TRAINS. It includes historic toy trains, history of trains, memorabilia, gifts, and model railroading supplies. There is something for everyone. Check out their operating layouts and unique Colonial Beach spin on model railroading.
Colonial Beach Games and Soda Fountain
https://www.colonialbeachgames.com/
501 Euclid Unit A, Colonial Beach, VA 22443
804-410-2009
Escape Rooms - Arcade - Pinball - Pool Tables - 60’s Style Diner
Arcade and Diner Hours:
Monday 11am - 8pm
Tuesday CLOSED
Wednesday 11am - 8pm
Thursday 11am - 8pm
Friday 11am - 8pm
Saturday 11am - 8pm
Sunday 11am - 8pm
Breakfast Hours:
Saturday 8am - 11am Breakfast Only
Sunday 8am - 11am Breakfast Only
Colonial Beach Plaza B&B
https://www.colonialbeachplaza.com/yuengling-retro-game-room
21 Weems St, Colonial Beach, VA 22443
Yuengling Retro Arcade Room
Arcade games, video games, board games, cards, and vinyl records all included for the enjoyment of overnight guests.
Coffee Shops
Colonial Buzz
234 Colonial Avenue, Colonial Beach, VA 22443
804-410-2019
Monday 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday CLOSED
Colonial Buzz Espresso Bar serves hot, iced and frozen specialty coffee and tea drinks, along with other hot and cold beverages. Featuring locally roasted coffees served with an environmentally conscious attitude and small baked goods.
Julie’s Coffeehouse
https://www.facebook.com/juliescoffeehousecb/
200 N Irving Ave, Colonial Beach, VA, United States, 22443
Monday-Thursday CLOSED
Friday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Specialty coffeehouse in Colonial Beach, VA at Tides Inn Market. Organic, fair trade, locally sourced.
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