What are some of your favorite activities when the weather is warm, and the sun is shining? If you feel the waterfront calling your name, we know just the place for you. The Yankee Point Marina is a short drive away from the Hope and Glory Inn and full of additional things to do in the Northern Neck. Don’t worry if you’ve never visited before — we outlined everything you need to know below. Just make sure you explore our free Vacation Guide before you go. It’s a convenient and complete guide to the best attractions in our area, customized by yours truly.
5 of the Top Activities at Yankee Point Marina
1. Enjoy Yankee Point Marina Boat Rentals
Did you leave your boat behind for your Northern Neck getaway? You can leave your worries behind, too, because Yankee Point Marina in Lancaster, VA, has excellent rental options. Feel free to rent sunfish boats, deck boats, and even bicycles to enjoy a leisurely ride throughout this peaceful area.
2. Try Their Restaurant and Cafe
Did you work up an appetite during your boat or bike ride? Yankee Point Marina has your hunger covered, too, with a convenient, on-site restaurant and snack bar. The Windows on the Water restaurant is open on Friday and Saturday from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with great happy hour deals and some tasty dinner dishes. If you’re hoping for a quick bite and the restaurant is closed, you’ll be glad to know that the Poolside Cafe has great options with more extensive hours. Try the sandwiches, burgers, and even a signature Yankee Crabby Dog!
3. Plan a Picnic
Of course, you’re welcome to pack your own food for a delightful meal on the waterfront. There are three extensive picnic areas with grills and shady, 200-year-old oak trees that add a touch of natural scenery. Whether it’s a romantic picnic with your sweetheart or a group outing, you’re in for a great time at one of the best marinas on the Rappahannock River.
4. Go for a Swim
The salt-water pool at Yankee Point Marina opens on Memorial Day Weekend. Slip holders enjoy free admission to the pool, but guests are also welcome to cool off in the water for a small, $5 fee. (Or, if you’re a guest at the Hope and Glory Inn, you can just come back to our property and take a dip in our gorgeous, salt-water pool for free!)
5. Attend an Event
Don’t forget to mark your calendars for some of the upcoming events at the Yankee Point Marina, too! They host an Annual Lobster Roast, boat auction, flea market, Oktoberfest, benefit concerts, and even Veteran’s Summer Retreats with fun activities like fishing and skeet shooting.
Enjoy a Nearby Paradise at the Hope & Glory Inn and Vineyard
If you’re looking to check out the Yankee Point Marina or attend one of their events, there’s no better place to stay than the Hope & Glory Inn and Vineyard. Our pristine property is full of gorgeous gardens and home to some of the most luxurious accommodations and amenities in the Northern Neck of Virginia.
Plus, you won’t even have to leave to enjoy a variety of remarkable experiences. We have a salt-water pool, a medal-winning vineyard with delicious wine and oyster pairings, an unparalleled, top-rated restaurant with unique dining options, and even our own boat, True Love, for scenic cruises along Carter’s Creek as you sip wine and indulge in charcuterie!
Don’t wait any longer to experience the Northern Neck and the magic of the Hope and Glory Inn. Check our availability and book your stay!
