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DISCOVER THIS HISTORIC EASTERN SHORE VIRGINIA HOME ON 36 ACRES +/- WITH HORSE BARN & FENCED PASTURE.

Wednesday, August 22nd, 2018

Located in a peaceful, natural setting near Cape Charles, VA, and surrounded by 36 acres +/- of open areas and woodlands, this 4 bedroom, 2 bath Victorian style home circa 1935 is beautifully landscaped with mature hardwoods, large boxwoods and a small formal garden. Priced at $489,900 and offering total 1st floor living, the interior architectural detail work is quite intricate, rooms are large with high ceilings. Beautifully preserved hardwood floors. This home has been lovingly cared for and maintained. Includes detached garage, a 3 stall barn and 5 acres of fenced pastureland. Great place to embrace your Inner Equestrian and live life in the Shore’s relaxed, coastal ambiance. Only a short drive to beaches, marinas, boat ramps and Palmer & Nicklaus Signature golf. Call for your appointment to see this wonderful property.

Tags: farming, Horses, Real Estate
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CRUSH FRIDAYS ON C-PIER DOWN AT THE OYSTER FARM MARINA

Wednesday, August 22nd, 2018

When it’s Friday and you’re feeling really, really Friday-ish, completely ready to kick off the shoes and let down the hair, try heading over to the Oyster Farm Marina on King’s Creek in Cape Charles. Because from 4 to 9pm on summer and fall Fridays, the best band-beer-boat ambience on the Eastern Shore can be found out on C- Pier at the Oyster Farm Marina. Sort of an Ahoy Matey, Hail Guys and Gals Well Met, Challenge You To A Game of Cornhole, TGIF The Shore Way kind of thing ! Plus steamed clams, oysters, shrimp and more ! Ride your bike, take your golf cart or, if needs must, your car. Just be prepared to have a whale of a good time. Because that’s what it’s all about out on C-Pier, meeting up with family and friends, listening to some beats, watching the boats glide by, enjoying the cool salty breezes, just having a great time !

P.S. Now, if you catch that “Friday feeling” on a Saturday, Oyster Farm has the cure ! This year, Crush Friday and Saturday down at C-Pier !

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On A Bluff Overlooking Beach & Bay–Your Perfect Beach Retreat On Virginia’s Eastern Shore.

Tuesday, August 21st, 2018

Endless views of glistening blue waters from this lovely Coastal Living style beachfront home towering high above the Chesapeake Bay. Open floor plan with large great room with vaulted ceilings, an impressive wall of windows, bringing the outside in, topped off with a warm and cozy stone fireplace. Large fenced in back yard for your furry friends to frolic and a self-cleaning heated pool for your fun in the sun. Gorgeous kitchen with granite counter-tops and large center island will please even the most discerning chefs. Lots of gorgeous detail work throughout! Close to historic Cape Charles and just minutes to the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel offering easy access to metropolitan amenities. Launch your boat at Kiptopeke State Park & enjoy some of the best fishing on the East Coast. Offered at $995,000.

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The Sky Was Blue And Hearts Were Sunny For The Annual Shuck and Suck Oyster Festival…

Monday, August 20th, 2018

The Shuck and Suck Oyster Festival on Virginia’s Eastern Shore has something for everyone, landlubbers and mariners alike. On the land side, the Shriner’s Parade is the big attraction. Shriners are known for mixing fun with good works, a laudable life balance and last Saturday morning they delighted kids and adults alike at the annual Shriner’s Parade down Mason Avenue in Cape Charles, a big part of this colorful Festival. Led by the color guard from the USCG station, followed by Mayor Smitty Dize and local Fire Department vehicles ( including the impressive tanker truck aptly named “Big Water” ), the Shriners brought a sense of joy and lightheartedness to a beautiful breezy summer morning. The little cars and little trucks are personal favorites, the incongruity of seeing these great big guys zooming around in these teeney, tiny vehicles absolutely tickles my funny bone.

Of course, the cause they are marching to raise awareness of is deadly serious. The Shriner’s mission is to support the 22 Shriner’s Hospitals which sponsor cutting edge research and offer innovative medical care to children suffering from acute burns, serious orthopedic problems, lip and cleft palate and spinal injuries. For children in need, it’s provided absolutely free of charge. So it was great to see them in Town again Saturday, their own Color Guard, the clowns, the tall pirate ship, the HeeHaw gang, antique cars, motorcycle contingent and of course the big guys driving the tiny cars and tractor trailers, all parading down Bay and Mason Avenues to the applause of the crowds gathered along the route to cheer them on.

Although the Parade is a big part of the Annual Shuck and Suck Oyster Festival, over at Oyster Farm Marina, the Smith Island Skiff races featuring tiny skiffs racing at amazing speeds along a difficult course in King’s Creek, the Annual Boat Docking contest, Oyster and Clam Eating Contests, numerous bands, fireworks are huge favorites and generate lots of excitement each year. So if you missed it this year, mark it on your August calendar for next, loads of fun to be had for all.

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A Premier Waterfront Property With Two Homes!

Monday, August 20th, 2018

Custom designed contemporary style 3 bedroom, 2 bath waterfront home by architect David A. Gardner offers relaxed Eastern Shore of Virginia coastal living. Enjoy open floor plan that makes entertaining a breeze from every room. Living room offers built in bookshelves and cabinets with gas fireplace. Bright and spacious kitchen and dining area offers plenty of room for guest. Exceptional window package throughout the house takes full advantage of the dramatic broad water views of the colorful wide inlet from the Chesapeake Bay. Large screened porch off the living room overlooking the water, perfect for outside entertaining. Additional 1100 sq.ft.waterfront guest/rental cottage offers appliances, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, large living room with fireplace and screened porch overlooking the water with dock and boat house. 6.3 acres with high elevation and good boating water on Nassawadox Creek. Generator and a new drainfield installed. (Photos are of home furnished some rooms are currently unfurnished.) beach, golf, restaurants and shopping just 15 minutes away.