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Fenwick Island Historic Site
Historic Site in Fenwick Island, Delaware, United States
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Fenwick Island Lighthouse
Fenwick Island Lighthouse in Fenwick Island has long been an important landmark along the Delaware coast, and still today it's historic significance remains. In the mid Nineteenth century, the United States Lighthouse Board prompted the construction of a lighthouse after many shipwrecks near the Fenwick Shoals. There's an 87 foot tower with unusual design because the outer brick tower is conical, and a second inner brick tower is an 8 foot diameter cylinder, and the third order housed the Fresnel lens designed to collect and focus the light rays into a horizontal beam more efficiently than a reflector system, plus there are two lightkeepers houses which are now private residences. Today, Friends of the Fenwick Island Lighthouse have returned the lighthouse to it's former glory and ensure the light is kept on.
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Fenwick Island Lighthouse2015-10-15
Located in Fenwick Island, Sussex County, Delaware, United States
Fenwick Island Lighthouse in Fenwick Island has long been an important landmark along the Delaware coast, and still today it's historic significance remains. In the mid Nineteenth century, the United States Lighthouse Board prompted the construction of a lighthouse after many shipwrecks near the Fenwick Shoals. There's an 87 foot tower with unusual design because the outer brick tower is conical, and a second inner brick tower is an 8 foot diameter cylinder, and the third order housed the Fresnel lens designed to collect and focus the light rays into a horizontal beam more efficiently than a reflector system, plus there are two lightkeepers houses which are now private residences. Today, Friends of the Fenwick Island Lighthouse have returned the lighthouse to it's former glory and ensure the light is kept on.READ MORE
Atlantic Shoals Surf Shop2015-10-15
Located in Fenwick Island, Sussex County, Delaware, United States
Atlantic Shoals Surf Shop in Fenwick Island, Delaware welcomes you to their laid back atmosphere and traditional surf shop attire. Here they have skateboards and longboards, brand name merchandise, bathing suits, beach wear, sunglasses, wallets, handbags and sandals, surfboards and much more, and all lines they carry are full quality. Atlantic Shoals Surf Shop is a family surf shop that supports that lifestyle, and their laid-back atmosphere welcomes everyone to a great shopping experience for beach bound outfits, accessories and boards.READ MORE
DiscoverSea Shipwreck Museum2015-10-15
Located in Fenwick Island, Sussex County, Delaware, United States
DiscoverSea Shipwreck Museum in Fenwick Island, Delaware is dedicated to recovering and preserving the maritime history of the area, and does not receive state or federal grants. Come view the fascinating and ever changing exhibits, their collection of shipwreck and recovered artifacts is one of the largest in the Mid-Atlantic. There are over 10,000 artifacts at the current location at all times, and another 80 percent is rotated throughout museums across the world. DiscoverSea Shipwreck Museum offers a hands on experience, lecture and program, where you shake hands with history and learn interesting information about the maritime history of the past, they also have a museum store with merchandise for sale including historical artifacts and coins, and there are tours available.READ MORE
The Sands Motel2015-10-16
Located in Fenwick Island, Sussex County, Delaware, United States
The Sands Motel is a relaxing getaway in Fenwick Island, Delaware with oceanside location and individual rooms offering king or queen beds. There are also efficiency units and one bedroom apartments with two double beds and efficiency kitchen. The Sands Motel offers great value, friendly staff and the perfect location near the beach, restaurants and shops, there's a large outdoor swimming pool, free WIFI and a daily maid service, come for a wonderful stay.READ MORE
Hipaha Boot Camp Fitness2015-10-15
Located in Fenwick Island, Sussex County, Delaware, United States
Hipaha Boot Camp Fitness in Fenwick Island, Delaware puts the fun back into fitness and are more than just an exercise group with a great class schedule. They offer personal, duet and small group training for up to 4 people and a certified personal trainer works with you to achieve your individual goals that fits in with your schedule, and 8 session packages include an initial fitness assessment and one on one consultation. Hipaha Boot Camp Fitness offers fitness classes on the beach consisting of a mix of cardio and strength training exercises and occasional games, you don't need shoes, but bring a mat, towel and water and let the games begin.READ MORE
Shark's Cove Marina2015-10-15
Located in Fenwick Island, Sussex County, Delaware, United States
Shark's Cove Marina is a full service marina in Fenwick Island, Delaware and they offer parasailing with rides from 600 to 800 to 100 feet soaring over the coastline, and crew can fly up to three people a time, plus private charters are available. There are boat rentals with pontoon boats and center consoles available ideal for crabbing and fishing, and they offer kayaking and paddle board rentals to view the wildlife and enjoy the spectacular coast. They have wave runners available for rental and banana boat rides which is similar to white water rafting. Shark's Cove Marina also have a full service repair shop and can fix motors, fiberglass and upholstery plus can install electronics, there's also winter storage, shrink wrap, winterization and spring prepping and hauling available, it's all here, let the fun begin.READ MORE
High Stakes Bar and Grill2015-10-16
Located in Fenwick Island, Sussex County, Delaware, United States
High Stakes Bar and Grill in Fenwick Island, Delaware offers delicious food and friendly service at affordable prices, comes fully equipped with two bars and seating for a 100 people, plus all the sports you can handle. Renowned and recognised for their mouthwatering Cheesesteaks, they also serve signature sandwiches, salads, burgers, sliders, wings, steamed shrimp, hoagies, wraps and much more. High Stakes Bar and Grill boasts happy hour every day from 11am to 7pm with drink and food specials and there are wonderful activities and entertainment opportunities showcasing the best local talent in the neighborhood, come for a fantastic experience.READ MORE
Warren's Station Family Restaurant2015-10-16
Located in Fenwick Island, Sussex County, Delaware, United States
Warren's Station Family Restaurant in Fenwick Island, Delaware offers budget friendly dining and the best homemade breakfast, lunch and dinner in the area. They have been serving award winning delights for over 50 years and their specialties include traditional turkey dinners, fresh seafood entrees, homemade breakfasts and homemade desserts and pies. Other delectable menu items include breakfast choices of omelettes served with home fries, onions and toast or biscuit, breakfast sandwiches and wraps, bagels and breads, pancakes, wraps, French toasts and more, stay on for lunch and enjoy homemade soups, salads, platters, sandwiches and burgers and dinner includes the same as lunch plus specialties of the house and Station combinations, seafood and meat mains. Warren's Station Family Restaurant continues their tradition of fresh food at reasonable prices for so many years thanks to their loyal clientele, join them for a fabulous meal today.READ MORE
Treasure Beach RV Park and Campground2015-10-15
Located in Fenwick Island, Sussex County, Delaware, United States
Treasure Beach RV Park and Campground in Fenwick Island, Selbyville, Delaware is located right by the Atlantic Ocean and offers over 1000 campsites many right on the bay and waterfront, just one mile west of Fenwick Island. They have wonderful conveniences here for a comfortable stay like bathhouses, a dump station, convenience store, propane gas and cable TV, a laundromat and boat ramp, they are also ideally located near the State Park, and right by a public beach and crabbing pier. Treasure Beach RV Park and Campground has basketball facilities and a lighted playground, a skateboard park, swimming pools and there's a recreation center, games room and arcade, come for a wonderful stay and excellent fishing and crabbing opportunities.READ MORE
Harpoon Hanna's2015-10-16
Located in Fenwick Island, Sussex County, Delaware, United States
Harpoon Hanna's in Fenwick Island, Delaware offers an award winning dining experience and offers bayfront dining inside and out serving lunch and dinner 365 days a year. There's free boat docking for all customers, and a choice of bars including the sports bar inside with 15 televisions and 5 big screens, and the Tiki Bar offers a tropical paradise on the water from April to October ideal for enjoying frozen beverages and a meal surrounded by palm trees and cascading water falls. The menu offers delectable delights of fresh fish and seafood dishes, all you can eat Alaskan snow crab legs, crab cakes, pasta, poultry, Certified Agus Beef, sandwiches, appetizers, homemade breads, soups, salads and much more. Harpoon Hanna's have banquet and meeting rooms for business events, functions and special occasions available year round with plated and buffet options and open bar packages. Kids enjoy pirate adventures and other activities, and they have boat and jet ski sales, rentals and repairs, as well as parasailing and winter storage at the Action Marine on their property, it's simply all here, come enjoy a fabulous experience.READ MORE