Winter on Maryland's Eastern Shore is full of quiet charm, cozy adventures, and scenic beauty. From peaceful parks to small-town exploring and delicious dining, this guide highlights the best cold-season activities -- all just step from your stay at the Washington Hotel.

Fall on Maryland's Eastern Shore is full of charm, color, and quiet adventures. From Chincoteague's wild beauty to Ocean City's calm boardwalk, the Harriet Tubman Museum, local antique shops, and Jane Island's peaceful trails, every day trip from the Washington Hotel invites you to slow down, explore, and savor the season.

Just a short walk from the Washington Hotel, Teackle Mansion invites you to step into Maryland's past. This beautifully preserved 19th -century home showcases elegant architecture, fascinating local history, and stories of life on the Eastern Shore. After your tour, stroll back to the Washington Hotel for farm-to-table dining and cozy accommodations steeped in the same timeless charm.

Raise a glass and join us for Beers Across the Globe, the next stop in Sugar Water's popular Around the World Series! On Thursday, November 13th at 6 PM, travel the world through four distinctive beers paired with chef-crafted small bites that bring each flavor to life. From Italian pilsners to Irish stouts, it's a night of hops, stories, and global flavor you won't want to miss.

This fall, experience the Coastal Treasures Weekend Getaway -- a three-day, two-night escape blending historic accommodations, farm-and-water-to-table dining at Sugar Water, and a guided journey to Chincoteague's hidden gems. From tasting oysters at Tom's Cove Aqua Farms to savoring chef-curated seafood feasts, every moment is designed to celebrate the beauty and flavors of the Eastern Shore.

Raise you glass for the grand finale of Sugar Water's Around the World Series! On December 18th at 6 PM, join us for Wines of the World Edition--a global tasting that highlights four distinctive wines from France, Italy, California, and Argentina, each paired with flavorful small bites. Celebrate the joy of wine, community, and culture in the cozy ambiance of Sugar Water.

On October 16th, Sugar Water invites you to sip your way around the globe at Martinis on the Map Editions. Enjoy four martinis from different cultures--each paired with a decadent bite--as part of our Around the World Series. It's an evening of cocktails, culture, and community you won't want to miss.

The OC Rock and Ride Bikefest is revving up with motorcycles, live music, and coastal fun -- and Sugar Water is at the heart of it all. Riders can fuel up with exclusive breakfast, lunch and drink specials, while guests of the Washington Hotel enjoy free brunch and a $25 gift card to Sugar Water.

This fall, Sugar Water is taking you on a journey across the globe--without ever leaving Princess Anne. The Around the World Series is a four-part tasting adventure featuring whiskey, martinis, beer, and wine, each paired with seasonal bites and stamped in your very own tasting passport. Complete the series and earn an exclusive Sugar Water keepsake to celebrate your global journey.

Sugar Water kicks off its Around the World Series with Whiskey After Dark--an intimate evening of global whiskeys, curated pairings, and rich fall flavors. Experience scotch, bourbon, Japanese whisky, and French single malt alongside decadent bites in a one-of-a-kind tasting at the Washington Hotel.

Somerset County is a hidden Eastern Shore gem filled with scenic waterways, historic sites, and authentic Maryland charm. Stay at the Washington Hotel and savor farm-and-water-to-table dining at Sugar Water Restaurant while exploring must-see spots like Teackle Mansion, Cedar Island Marsh Sanctuary, and Crisfield's waterfront.

Ocean City, Maryland offers the perfect blend of nostalgic boardwalk fun, delicious comfort food, and coastal adventure in every season. From jet skiiing and seafood feasts to vintage arcades and local history, this guide highlights five must-do activities--and introduces the perfect nearby escape: Sugar Water Restaurant and the Washington Hotel, where farm-and-water-to-table dining and historic charm make every day feel complete.