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The Boathouse Marina The Boathouse Marina, LLC
829 Robin Grove Ln
Colonial Beach, VA 22443
United States (US)
804-224 Need your boat hauled/repaired, we can do that too.

Latitude: 38°14.393'N
Longitude: 076°57.754'W

Formerly Stanford's Marine Railway, we are a Boater Owned, Boater Friendly marina with a retail store on site. We offer wet and land slip rentals, wifi, newly constructed Captain's Lounge with shower and restrooms. We reserve 4 slips for transients and offer 30 and 50 amp electrical service depending on your needs. The Boathouse Marina is a pet friendly facility, we welcome everyone!

The coming week brings all things ghoulish to our attention. Colonial Beach has some great yard Halloween displays lurk...
10/24/2026

The coming week brings all things ghoulish to our attention. Colonial Beach has some great yard Halloween displays lurking about this year to get you in the spirit. It is truly worth a drive around The Point after dark to see all the scary sights. Please feel free to share pictures of your favorite yards. Another season fact of interest is that this year the first 3,000-pound pumpkin was grown!! Ron Wallace's competition-winning pumpkin, weighed in at 3,156 pounds at Frerichs Farm in Warren, Rhode Island on Oct. 10, 2026. Anyone up for carving a HUGE jack-o’-lantern?

There is an old sailor’s phrase “the cat has a gale of wind in its tail” it refers to a cat on board a ship acting livel...
10/23/2026

There is an old sailor’s phrase “the cat has a gale of wind in its tail” it refers to a cat on board a ship acting livelier or friskier than usual. Some sailors believed that this predicted bad weather, with some believing the cat caused the bad weather, and others believing the feline was simply more attuned to the weather to come. Either way, “a cat with a gale of wind in its tail” was not thought to be a good thing, as it meant rough seas would soon be on the horizon. Beliefs about the cat’s tail are rooted in reality. Cats are able to detect slight changes in the weather, as a result of their very sensitive inner ears, which also allow them to land upright when falling. Low atmospheric pressure, a common precursor of stormy weather, often makes cats nervous and restless. Cats naturally react to barometric pressure changes.

Meet JuJu The Boathouse Marina cat, (pictured below). With JuJu it is clear sailing all the time at our Marina. Juju greets our Marina customers, is a good mouser with a strong hunting instinct, and physical agility. She enjoys walking the docks and visiting slip holder and transients alike. Stop by and meet JuJu

JOIN US FOR SATURDAY AND SUNDAY FUNMarina Way Showcase TourColonial Beach, VAOctober 17–18, 2026 12 to 4Explore Marina W...
10/13/2026

JOIN US FOR SATURDAY AND SUNDAY FUN
Marina Way Showcase Tour
Colonial Beach, VA
October 17–18, 2026 12 to 4

Explore Marina Way – The Boating Hub of the Potomac
You are invited to discover the waterfront, meet local marina teams, and explore the boats,
docks, and services that make the 8 Marinas of Colonial Beach’s Marina Way a unique boating
destination.
Visit the Five Participating Marinas at Your Own Pace
Each marina will be open for dropin tours, demonstrations, and conversations. Learn about slips,
amenities, restaurants, breweries, lodging, repair services, fuel, repair services, and future plans.
Easy Transportation Between Stops
Water taxis and golf carts will be running throughout the event to help visitors move quickly between
marinas. Ride when you’re ready — no fixed schedule. After check-in, you can also drive your own
car to the marinas. Every visitor must check in at Bayside Marina at 11 Monroe Bay Ave to
participate.
What You’ll Experience
 Guided walkthroughs of each marina
 Marina amenities and service overviews
 Local boating community connections
 Staff available to answer questions
Start Anywhere After Check-in — Visit One, a Few, or All Five
Choose your own route. Stay as long as you like at each marina.
For Planning Purposes Call or Email Contact Point Below that you Will Attend

Saturday & Sunday, October 17–18 12:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Hosted by Marina Way & Volunteers

Contact: Phil Bolin [email protected] or 8047613425 -- (Call for update if rain or high winds)

10/09/2026

AS ON NOON TODAY
Hurricane Isaias Impact on Colonial Beach, VA
Hurricane Isaias is not expected to make direct landfall in Virginia, but its remnants will bring 1–3 inches of rain, possible localized flooding, and gusty winds to the Virginia Beach area, with no official hurricane warnings in effect
Current Status
As of the latest updates, Isaias is a Category 2 hurricane near the Alabama–Florida border, moving northward toward landfall in the Gulf Coast. It is not on track to strike Virginia directly.. The National Weather Service has no tropical watch or warning for Virginia Beach or Colonial Beach
Expected Impacts for Colonial Beach
• Rainfall: 1–3 inches over much of Virginia, including the Virginia Beach area
• Flooding: Localized flooding possible in heavy rain areas, especially in low-lying or drainage-prone spots Winds: Saturday and Sunday will see southeast winds of 10–20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph Sky conditions: Mostly cloudy Saturday, rain building Saturday night, then widespread rain Sunday
• Coastal hazards: No official surge or rip-current alerts, but rip currents can still be dangerous even without advisories
Why No Hurricane Warnings
Isaias will weaken after landfall and its circulation will move inland toward Kentucky, with moisture streaming east into Virginia. This setup is different from major coastal hurricanes, so no hurricane-force winds or storm surge are expected in Colonial Beach
Safety Tips
• Monitor Virginia Beach and Colonial Beach NWS alerts for any changes.
• Check local county emergency management for flood advisories or beach closures.
• Be aware of rips and surf conditions even without official alerts
• If you have flood-prone property, consider drainage and flood mitigation measures before the rain arrives.
Bottom line: Colonial Beach will experience wet, windy conditions from Isaias’ remnants, but no direct hurricane impact. Stay updated via NWS and local authorities for any changes.

Cuddle up and make plans for Sunday indoors

SUMMER WEATHER REFLECTIONS So today puts September behind us. As we reflex on this summer boating season there is one ty...
09/30/2026

SUMMER WEATHER REFLECTIONS
So today puts September behind us. As we reflex on this summer boating season there is one type of event that we all didn’t share. To date we have made it through the final day of September without a heart of the Atlantic hurricane season - without a single hurricane! Yes, according to my favorite editor at the Weather Channel - Chris DeWeese.
Tropical Storm Hannah is out there, so keep an eye on it just in case. If Hannah remains just a tropical storm, this will be the first time in 32 years that September has passed without a hurricane in the Atlantic 1994. And if the entire Atlantic hurricane season happens without a single hurricane it will be the first time in the modern satellite era (since 1960) this has taken place. With El Niño predicted to keep strengthening, it’s certainly a possibility!
If you’re wondering, the current record for the Atlantic hurricane season with the fewest hurricanes was set in 1982 and tied in 2013, each of those seasons saw two hurricanes. 1982 was also a super El Niño year.
Thanks again Chris, for all the great information!

WE MADE THE TOP TEN! We are pleased to announce that when compared with 222 marinas in Virginia on data that matters by ...
09/29/2026

WE MADE THE TOP TEN!
We are pleased to announce that when compared with 222 marinas in Virginia on data that matters by Marina Atlas , The Boathouse Marina was named one of the 10 Best Marinas in Virginia. Marina Atlas is a free directory of marinas harbors and boat docks in the United States. Thanks to all our customers, slip-holders and transients – you’re the reason we made the list. THANK YOU!

The Boathouse Marina is a proud member of Marina Way.

THERE IS A HINT OF FALL IN THE AIRWe hope we added to the enjoyment of your boating season. The warmer weather has now ...
09/16/2026

THERE IS A HINT OF FALL IN THE AIR

We hope we added to the enjoyment of your boating season. The warmer weather has now started to fade into the cool hint of fall. Here at the Marina we have already started to think of the winter months ahead and the winterization of boats. The practice of winterization is essential for protecting your investment and ensuring your boat stays in top shape for the next season. The 2025-26 severe winter left boaters and Marinas with sobering lessons learned about the dangers of extreme cold, ice, and snow as well as how preparation can save you money and heartache.

In Virginia, we don’t usually get a full freeze, but it can happen and this past winter it did! The Boathouse Marina is a full service year round Marina. If you would like to get on this year’s winterization schedule please email us at [email protected] or stop by anytime Tuesday through Saturday between 8am and 4pm. It is always our pleasure to service you.

RELAX AND ENJOY THE WORKINGMEN’S HOLIDAY Kick-back, fire-up the grill and celebrate your achievements. This weekend pa...
09/03/2026

RELAX AND ENJOY THE WORKINGMEN’S HOLIDAY
Kick-back, fire-up the grill and celebrate your achievements.
This weekend pays tribute to the contributions and achievements of all of us -- the American workers! The holiday was created by the labor movement in the late 19th century and became a federal holiday in 1894 under the signature of President Glover Cleveland in hopes of bringing workers’ rights squarely into the public’s view.
In the late 1800s, at the height of the Industrial Revolution in the United States, the average American laborer worked 12-hour days, seven days a week, in order to eke out a basic living. Despite restrictions in some states, children as young as 6 or 7 toiled in mills, factories and mines across the country, earning a fraction of their adult counterparts’ wages. Indeed it was a harder time, originated during one of American labor history’s most dismal chapters.
Let us toast those whom over many years fought for workers rights and goals to secure fair labor practices, including better wages, shorter working hours, and safer working conditions

HAPPY LABOR DAY
From THE BOATHOUSE MARINA

08/28/2026

Turtle Nesting in VA
Edited from an article by
NOAA-By Kendall Osborne
For the first time reported, a leatherback sea turtle has nested in coastal Virginia. Leatherback turtles are the largest turtles in the world, in some cases growing beyond eight feet in length.
One Sunday last July, a volunteer discovered large tracks on the sand at Dam Neck in Virginia Beach. The tracks were large and wide, and looked more like truck or ATV tracks than turtle tracks. Leatherbacks disturb a lot of the beach when they come ashore to nest. This “crawl” all over the sand makes it more difficult for predators to locate the eggs. “The tracks were 2.5 meters wide, which is much bigger than the tracks of a smaller and more common loggerhead.
It took the volunteers two and a half hours to finally find eggs. “The size of the eggs also points to a leatherback,” The eggs we found were the size of pool balls, which is the size of leatherback eggs.” On the following Monday, the Aquarium received a call from an angler who had been on the beach Saturday night. The angler provided photographic proof that a leatherback had indeed nested in Virginia. The nest has been protected, and will be watched by volunteers. As the time for hatching approaches, the nest will be monitored both day and night.

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), leatherbacks have been around since the days of the dinosaurs, and have the widest distribution of any reptile in the world. They can hold their breath for 85 minutes, and can cover 10,000 ocean miles to feed and find a nesting site. They are considered endangered, and their population has declined by 40 percent over the last 3 generations. The biggest threats to their survival are poaching of eggs and turtles themselves, and entanglement in fishing gear.
See a sea turtle call Stranding Response at 757.385.7575 The organization has aided 78 turtles in 2026.

Turtle Nesting in VAEdited from an article byNOAA-By Kendall OsborneFor the first time reported, a leatherback sea turtl...
08/28/2026

Turtle Nesting in VA
Edited from an article by
NOAA-By Kendall Osborne
For the first time reported, a leatherback sea turtle has nested in coastal Virginia. Leatherback turtles are the largest turtles in the world, in some cases growing beyond eight feet in length.
One Sunday last July, a volunteer discovered large tracks on the sand at Dam Neck in Virginia Beach. The tracks were large and wide, and looked more like truck or ATV tracks than turtle tracks. Leatherbacks disturb a lot of the beach when they come ashore to nest. This “crawl” all over the sand makes it more difficult for predators to locate the eggs. “The tracks were 2.5 meters wide, which is much bigger than the tracks of a smaller and more common loggerhead.
It took the volunteers two and a half hours to finally find eggs. “The size of the eggs also points to a leatherback,” The eggs we found were the size of pool balls, which is the size of leatherback eggs.” On the following Monday, the Aquarium received a call from an angler who had been on the beach Saturday night. The angler provided photographic proof that a leatherback had indeed nested in Virginia. The nest has been protected, and will be watched by volunteers. As the time for hatching approaches, the nest will be monitored both day and night.

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), leatherbacks have been around since the days of the dinosaurs, and have the widest distribution of any reptile in the world. They can hold their breath for 85 minutes, and can cover 10,000 ocean miles to feed and find a nesting site. They are considered endangered, and their population has declined by 40 percent over the last 3 generations. The biggest threats to their survival are poaching of eggs and turtles themselves, and entanglement in fishing gear.
See a sea turtle 1scall Stranding Response at 757.385.7575 The organization has aided 78 turtles in 2026.

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829 Robin Grove Ln
Colonial Beach, VA
22443

Opening Hours

Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm
Saturday 8am - 4pm

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(804) 224-7644

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