Own the Home Where the Story of Colonial Beach Began At the Colonial Beach Plaza Bed & Breakfast, we have always believed that preserving history is just as important as sharing it. Every historic building tells a story, and few stories are as remarkable as that of The Central House. Today, after years of proudly caring for this extraordinary property, we are excited to announce that The Central House is officially being offered for sale. This is far more than the sale of a house. It is an...

For three-quarters of a century, the small river town of Colonial Beach has welcomed visitors and locals alike to a celebration that marks the start of summer. The Potomac River Festival began in 1951, and in 2026 it reaches a milestone anniversary. The 75th annual festival takes place June 12 through June 14, with a full weekend of parades, live music, fireworks, and family-friendly activities along the waterfront. The festival is free and open to the public, drawing crowds to the boardwalk...

As the nation prepares to mark 250 years since the Declaration of Independence, Virginia stands at the center of the celebration. The Commonwealth is home to more than a dozen historic firsts, and few places capture the breadth of that story like Colonial Beach. Tucked along the Potomac River in Westmoreland County, this small coastal town is steeped in the legacies of American founding fathers, colonial settlement, and centuries of regional conflict and recreation. For visitors seeking a...