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BluFin Bungalows & Marina

Chincoteague, Virginia

Chincoteague Island, Virginia, sits at the narrow end of a causeway connecting the Eastern Shore to the barrier islands of Assateague, where one of the Atlantic Coast's most distinctive wildlife spectacles plays out each summer. BluFin Bungalows & Marina positions guests at the water's edge in Chincoteague's working waterfront district, combining conventional bungalow accommodations with the property's most unusual offering: the Bungalow Boats, floating accommodations moored at the marina that put guests literally on the water. For anyone who has ever wanted to sleep rocking gently in a coastal tidal channel surrounded by marsh and open sky, BluFin delivers that experience. The property offers both land-based bungalows and the floating Bungalow Boats, which are self-contained units moored at the marina dock — a genuine novelty that makes this one of the few places on the Virginia coast where a night on the water doesn't require boat ownership. The marina provides access to Chincoteague Channel and the tidal waters surrounding the island, with crabbing and fishing immediately accessible from the dock. Soft-shell and blue crab are the local specialty, and the channel produces flounder, rockfish, and red drum for those fishing from the pier or launching kayaks from the property. Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge covers the southern portion of Assateague Island across the bridge from town, protecting one of the East Coast's finest shorebird habitats and the internationally famous Chincoteague ponies — a herd of feral horses that has inhabited the island for centuries, believed by some to be descended from survivors of a Spanish shipwreck. Guests staying at BluFin are within easy reach of the refuge's beach, dunes, and pine maritime forest, along with Assateague Lighthouse, whose distinctive red spiral stripes make it one of the most photographed structures on the Delmarva Peninsula. The Chincoteague Pony Swim, held annually on the last Wednesday and Thursday of July, has drawn crowds to the island since the 1920s. On the appointed morning, the pony herd is rounded up by volunteer Saltwater Cowboys and swum across the Assateague Channel to Chincoteague, where foals are auctioned to benefit the local fire company before the adults swim back. The event fills every available accommodation on the island and surrounding area weeks in advance, and watching the ponies emerge from the channel is one of the genuinely memorable wildlife moments available anywhere on the East Coast. Kayak tours of the refuge's back channels offer intimate wildlife viewing year-round. Summer is high season on Chincoteague, with the Pony Swim in late July representing the island's absolute peak demand period — plan reservations months in advance if that event is the draw. Spring and fall bring migratory waterfowl and shorebirds to the refuge in enormous numbers, making shoulder-season visits especially rewarding for birders; the crowds thin dramatically after Labor Day. Winter is quiet and uncrowded, with the ponies visible on the beach and excellent birding without competition for viewing spots. The island's restaurants, galleries, and gift shops cater to visitors year-round, though some seasonal businesses close November through March.

What does this place offer

  • Bathrooms
  • Beach
  • Boat Docks
  • Boat Rentals
  • Boating
  • Fishing
  • Gated Entrance
  • Marina
  • Pet Friendly
  • Pool - Outdoor

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Location

2477 Main St, Chincoteague, VA 23336, USA

Things to know

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Rules

Registration and Arrival Check-In Procedure - While each park attempts to accommodate your exact spot request, the on-site manager makes the ultimate decision for spot placement. Pet Policy - Pets are allowed on-site and in accommodations. - Bungalows allow for 2 pets per accommodation. - Dogs must remain on a leash at all times outside of the accommodation. Other conditions apply. - Owners must supply rabies documentation at check-in. - Guests acknowledge the resort pet cleaning fee is $10.00 per pet per day and will not permit pets in a non-pet-friendly rental. No Smoking - There is no smoking permitted within the accommodations. - When accommodations are inspected and smoking has been discovered, a fee of $250.00 will be charged for cleaning. - Any violation of these provisions or overall resort policy will be considered a breach of contract; tenancy will immediately be terminated, and the tenant will forfeit the right to any refund. Housekeeping and Damages - The card on file will be charged a cleaning fee of up to $250.00 upon departure if ANY of the following conditions are met: damage to the premises, excessive cleanup upon departure, damage to personal property of BluFin Bungalows, and - Marina excessive energy consumption or leaving the premises unreasonably dirty. - It is expected that the guest(s) leave the accommodations “Broom Clean” - meaning the guest(s) have removed all personal belongings from the lodging, washed any dishes, removed trash, wiped countertop surfaces, and swept the floors. - The rental fee will cover minor cleaning of the accommodations, including sanitizing the bathroom and kitchen areas. - Any excessive cleaning will be charged to the card on file. - The guest(s) agree that the unit was inspected before check-in a proper inventory count was made, and a notice of belongings can be found inside the kitchen cabinet. - The guest(s) acknowledges the inventory process and he/she shall notify the front desk immediately of any discrepancies or needed repairs at the time of check-in. - Following departure, any further findings upon checkout by the housekeeping staff during the checkout cleaning will be deducted and charged to the card on file and the guest(s) will be informed of such charges. - An inspection of the accommodations will be performed by BluFin Bungalows and Marina staff members before or following the guest(s) departure. - Guests should contact the front desk to request a walk-through inspection before the guest has left the resort. - Guest will be notified if the accommodations are not up to the resort check-out standards. - In the case that the accommodations or the contents have been damaged or removed, the guest may face additional charges to the credit card on file. Keys - Keys will only be administered to the guest whose name appears on the reservation unless otherwise notified. - All keys administered at the time of check-in MUST be returned to the front desk before checkout. - A $25.00 replacement fee will be charged to the credit card on file for any lost or unreturned keys. Mid-week Cleaning - Midweek cleaning is available for an additional charge. - Midweek cleaning will include sweeping and wiping down countertops, and table surfaces, and trash removal. - Linen will be replaced during the time of mid-week cleaning. Disclaimer - The guest agrees to indemnify and hold harmless BluFin Bungalows and Marina, their premises, and/or any agent involved with this rental agreement for any loss, liability, damage, or cost the guest may incur due to his/her occupancy of the premises or from participation in any activities undertaken at BluFin Bungalows and Marina or outlying waters. - There are no refunds due to inclement weather or power outages.

Cancellation Policy

MODERATE If the guest cancels at least 1 week before your check-in day and time, they will receive a full refund (minus Spot2Nite convenience or resort fees). If the guest cancels within the 1 week before check-in, there will be no refund.