Snug Harbor Marina and Hotel

If you are considering a kayak or boat tour with Assateague Tours - I highly recommend this company! Basia took my friend and I out kayaking and she provided the perfect mix of conversation and knowledge about the islands and the ponies. While there are no guarantees to see the ponies, we took Basia’s recommendation to go out during high hide and we lucked out with the most beautiful close up views of wild ponies. We were able to pull our kayak into the marsh and just relax while the ponies wandered just twenty feet from us. In the water we were able to see turtles popping up and along the shore various birds. Basia went above and beyond taking photos of us in our double kayaking and texting them to us at the end of the trip. The next morning her husband took us out with a small group on the pontoon during low tide. We lucked out, still seeing the wild ponies from a distance (consider bringing binoculars!) but the boat tour was a whole different feel from kayaking. John has been driving boats off Chincoteague Island since he was 8 years old. He is knowledgeable about the tides and took us around to view the light house, the southern tip of Chincoteague, pointed out Wallop Island, and gave us a really enjoyable tour. If it’s a cool day, consider bringing a hat or a blanket to wrap up in! Thanks so much Basia and John for such wonderful experiences!

This is a true waterfront paradise. The hotel sits right on the Assateague channel. The property is surrounded by the most incredible wildlife. I have traveled all around the world and I put my Chincoteague vacation in the top 5! The Snug Harbor Marina has something for everybody in your family, boat and kayak rentals and tours around the islands. Great place to make long lasting memories.

We had a wonderful experience at Snug Harbor. This was our first time staying on the Snug Harbor property. My family has been visiting Chincoteague for 40 years but the property where we had stayed in the past is no longer available. There were 10 of us and 1 dog this year and the 3 cottages we rented were perfect to enjoy time together and offered privacy when needed. The views are spectacular and each morning we saw ponies on Assateague as well as dolphins right off the dock in front of our cottages. At night the lighthouse is visible from the cottage decks. We rented kayaks and paddle boards from Snug Harbor and also brought our own. It was so convenient to have our water vehicles right outside the door. We took many early morning and evening paddles. From my first contact arranging the trip with the owner, Basia, to the last day on the property-every interaction was effortless. John helped with the rentals and Maria was attentive to our housekeeping needs. Snug Harbor is our new home away from home in Chincoteague.

The Million dollar view !!! So beautiful and peaceful! Perfect for the weekend getaway and not only that; there is so much to do there like kayaking, hiking bicycling, fishing -you name it they have it ! The Island has so much to offer :) The place is wonderful and the owners are the best -nice , helpful and very profesional! Excellent customer service :) The cottage was perfect! The kitchen is a plus with the huge fridge that will fit all your food and drinks! The rooms are spacious and you can’t ask for more comfortable beds! The patio is a great place to sit with your morning coffee -really really nice! And the horses ! Loved it !! Definitely will be back :)

,,,We had a great stay and lots of fun at Snug Harbor. Cottages are super clean , well maintained and have everything we needed during our stay. Perfect location like no other on the island. Beautiful view from our cottage. We could see the ponies straight from our deck the first morning we woke up❣️ So relaxing and peaceful. That was a wonderful and unforgettable experience! We will most definitely be back🩵

We liked the cabins because of the LOCATION. It's quiet and the view is great. There was a sunset Cruise right from the marina dock, and we loved it. We saw the ponies up close and some dolphins playing. The cabins were dated but clean, and had a kitchen that we could use to make soup and sandwiches. No microwave and the AC had a bit of trouble cooling the room, but the breeze cooled the cabin after sunset. With my teens, I might have stayed on the other side of Chincoteague, where you can walk for food and night life - but that side is noisier and busier. I had a slight feeling of sketchiness from the personnel, like maybe they weren't being honest - it reminded me of the Caribbean, where every answer was calculated to make them look the best or get a tip. But overall I still give it a 4 star review.

We loved the location right on the water. We could see dolphins from the back deck! The staff was great, and we liked being able to rent boats from where we stayed. The units were clean, and the beds were so comfortable! The wifi was essentially non-functional which was a downside. We would also have liked the second bedroom to have two twin beds instead of another queen. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay!

This place is magical. I'd never been to Chincoteague and wanted to go there for our wedding anniversary. The moment I pulled into the parking lot, I was overcome by its location, atmosphere, and the AMAZING owners. They were so welcoming that we felt like part of their family. The serenity and vibe are unbelievable, and the place is very well kept. It was truly a soul cleansing experience. Very relaxing, and I LOVED hearing Bob Marley playing as I sat out on the dock. They also have kayak rentals, eco tours, boat rentals, and even a water taxi that takes you to a private beach. We did their sunset cruise, which was phenomenal and is a MUST. The owner, John, told us amazing stories about growing up in the area and the history. It is an experience I will NEVER FORGET. If you're looking to replenish your soul and chill, you need to stay here. Thank you, John and Basha, for our wonderful weekend. You certainly made our anniversary very special, and we will be back VERY SOON!!!

This place is excellent for folks who want an escape from the craziness of city life and yearn for a peaceful relaxing vacation away from it all. It's truly all about what you are looking for. Is it the Ritz-New York? Well, no. But in many ways, it is much, much better. S/H provides a quiet respite, on a quiet road, on the water, with ample fishing and boating, a place to grill, and have your children run around and play. You can crab... you can see bald eagles and the ponies across the channel... and enjoy an incredible sunrise daily. Everything in town is quite literally 5-8 minutes away; Assateague Beach (which is a full-fledged, white sandy beach with lifeguards) is 10 minutes away. The island is 25 mph throughout and so quaint! But back to S/H. Basia and John are the consummate and personable hosts, along with Ms. Maria, who is your friendly housekeeper. All of them are everywhere and nowhere at the same time. They are non-intrusive, but ready and waiting to take care of whatever you might need upon request. The cottages are 1 and 2 BR. We had a **R (1200 sq ft) that was spotless upon our arrival. The pictures are the best description of the cottage. But I will highlight the breakfast nook with windows facing the water and the porch directly outside from the nook with two sturdy adironack chairs.. So beautiful! I also note the window AC cooled the cottage well, even in the warmest of temperatures. We rented a canoe and kayak for the week. Having them available at our disposal, to put in whenever we wanted was such a delight. No check-in and check-out of the watercraft -- just use them. You will get a little messy at S/H -- you have to put in and take out your watercraft. Your feet will get wet! You will have to bait your own hooks and catch and clean your own fish, too. You will likely track some sand into your cottage which you will actually have to sweep up yourself. I laugh at the reviews who can't believe they actually had to lift a finger themselves here at some point. As I said, it is not the Ritz. I've stayed at a number of them as well. But as a fan of My Cousin Vinny, I will leave you with this.... what Snug Harbor provides is "every bit as sophisticated a system of hospitality and graciousness" as they provide at the Ritz - but with instant water access, a beautiful view, superb craftsmanship, on-site owners/hosts with southern hospitality and charm! If you are looking at Chincoteague -- then look no further than Snug Harbor!