Chopawamsic Island
Chopawamsic Island, located on the Potomac directly off of the shores of U.S. Marine Corps Base Quantico—the crossroads of the Marine Corps—is the only island in that river that is the domestic property of the Old Dominion, owing to the peculiar verbiage of our sacred agreement of 1632 with the State of Maryland, which we continue to honour to this day.
This island would make a perfect resort home for any beleaguered Inside-the-Beltway suburbanite. Allow me to outline the exquisite benefits that come with this property at no additional cost:
- Quiet and Serene Surroundings!
You know, other than the large airport and heavily-used train corridor, it's pretty quiet. - Convenient access to Washington, D.C.!
Haven't you always wanted to sail the Potomac? If so, you'll be delighted to know that, unless you plan on building your own causeway out to your luxurious estate, boat is the only way to visit the District. But at least if you go by boat, it'll be faster than sitting in traffic on Interstate 95! - Very Secure!
Because Chopawamsic ("Chop") Island resides adjacent to Marine Corps Base Quantico, you are guaranteed the services of the vaunted dragoons of the U.S. Marine Corps for your Island's defence! All boats entering the waters surrounding your Estate must first check in with the Marines, otherwise they're sure to be in for a bit of fun.
For a mere $25,000,000, this little property could be yours! Be sure to get in touch with the realtor to start moving into your next estate. Act now, it's going fast!
Brian's Commonwealth of Virginiana is Copyright © 2007, Brian C. Ledbetter, except where otherwise noted.
Comments:
#2 John Athayde 13-Apr-2007
Why would i buy that when I could buy Thatch Cay (250 acres off of St. John) for 24 million. Or half of montana or something.
And many laughts over Hapkido's NYC reference.
And many laughts over Hapkido's NYC reference.
#3 Brian 15-Apr-2007
LOL to both of you jokers! Thanks for taking the time to make me chuckle! :)
Regards,
Brian
Regards,
Brian
#4 Hapkido 15-Apr-2007
Glad to give you a laugh! Keep up the great blogging. Always a pleasure to visit your site.
"Are you from NYC & looking to tone down the volume of your life but not willing to go 'The Simple Life' route?
"Well, have we got THE DEAL for you! The Potomac - while not as delightfully polluted as the East River - offers the same hint of home while offering a decidedly different feel to dysentery. Luxurious access to both air & rail travel further that classic feel of home.
"Included in the deal is a state-of-the-art security system - one you're guaranteed to enjoy, even when you forget it's there!
"All this for the low, low price of $25,000,000!!! For anyone who's ever rented in NYC, I don't have to tell you how great a deal this is!"