For many Americans, especially those who live in a cold climate, summer cannot come fast enough each year. However, we have to get through spring before summer brings its wonderful weather to us in late June. Spring is a great time to book summer vacations. One of the most fabulous and practical resorts to enjoy sun and fun in the water is the Tides Inn.
The Tides Inn is located in Irvington, Virginia. Since it opened its doors to families in April of 1947, the 106-room hotel has been one of the most popular resorts in the mid-Atlantic region. Its features include a complimentary par-3, nine-hole golf course, comfortable rooms, great food, and relaxing spas, but the best features on the resort were built for the ultimate water sport fanatics. The family-owed resort is situated on a peninsula bordered by the Potomac River on the north, the Rappahannock River on the south, and the Chesapeake Bay on the east. It is perfect for boating and fishing. Plus, the hotel has all kinds of imaginative children’s programs.
The location of the inn is nearly perfect and utilizes it for maximum benefit. Carters Creek, a tributary of the Rappahannock River, can be used by kids and adults alike to pedal or paddle the creek using the complimentary paddleboats, canoes and kayaks. They can also learn how to sail. The Tides Inn has its own Premier Sailing School which offers classes for all ages Monday through Friday with lunch and swimming breaks scheduled during the day.
There also is a club in the hotel built for kids only. The Crab Net Kids is a club for kids aged 4-12 and filled with water adventures. All sessions include swimming in the pool, kayaking on Carters Creek, playing croquet and just plain old getting-wet games. Additionally, for adults who aren’t really into the kayaking or other water adventures, a duffy (a canvas-roofed boat with an electric motor) can be rented for $65 per hour.
The Tides Inn is a great resort for your water sport family vacation.
