Located at 501 Slaters Lane in Alexandria, Virginia, Marina Towers is a large condominium community consisting of approximately 500 residents. Marina Towers is located along the north side of Old Town Alexandria, where residents can enjoy boutique shopping, antique galleries, and a wide selection of restaurants and entertainment. In addition, the Potomac Landing Sailing Marina and two bicycle paths are located just a short walking distance from Marina Towers as well.

Marina Towers is located near many of Northern Virginia's major thoroughfares and is positioned conveniently close (only 3 miles away) to Reagan National Airport, making the Marina Towers every commuter's dream. The Marina Towers condominium units are spacious and modern, and the condominium grounds feature a host of amenities including a riverside swimming pool which features free water aerobics classes; a fitness center; a convenience store/drycleaners; a party room; a tiki bar and a gazebo. Between the exceptionally convenient location of Marina Towers and their close proximity to shopping, mass-transit and the Potomac River, this is a must-see condo community for anyone looking to live in Northern Virginia!

Situated just off of the George Washington Parkway the Marina Towers are right next to Reagan National Airport and in the north end of Olde Towne Alexandria.  With a fantastic view of the river the Marina Towers is blessed with some great amenities:

1. Indoor Gym
2. Outdoor pool
3. Verandas by the river
4. Great access to the George Washington Bike Path
5. All utilities included
6. Ample parking for residents and guests
   

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About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

One of the great things about life in Alexandria VA is the proximity to two public marinas: one at Belle Haven and the other at Potowmack Landing north of Old Town. I have always wanted to sail, and yesterday Julie surprised me by signing us up for a social sail with the Sailing Club of Washington.

The Sailing Club of Washington is a group of over 400 people that includes a mixture of folks who have never sailed but want to learn and old salts who've been sailing for years along with those who simply enjoy socializing with other sailing enthusiasts. The Sailing Club of Washington (SCOW) is a 501(c)(7) organization (a social club) that was originally chartered on July 12, 1966 "to provide the membership thereof with the opportunity and instrumentalities to become expert in the art of sailing for their individual and mutual education, benefit and enjoyment."

This boat used to be a club boat, but it's owned by a member who still shares it with the club. The Sailing Club has six boats:

• four 19' Flying Scots;
• two 25' Catalinas

The boats are kept at the Washington Sailing Marina just south of National Airport. SCOW offers classes, individual use of our boats, club sponsored activities and a place for sailors in the D.C. area to come together and enjoy the sport and recreation of sailing.

We were excited as we prepared to board the vessel. It was a short walk along the dock and then we boarded.

National Airport is visible behind us. The winds were light and steady, perfect for beginners.

There were several other vessels nearby, most were sailors but there were a few flat-bottom fishermen out as well.

After we were underway, the skipper let me man the tiller! What fun! I had to make sure that we caught the right wind, without hitting posts or other boats.

Julie snapped a couple of pictures of me having a blast.

Eventually the sun started to set and it was time to head back to port.

What a great club! I can't endorse this activity enough. The fees are reasonable, the company was pleasant. And I really like sailing.

We'll be back another day.

If you're looking for a home near the marina, you might consider some of the following communities:

• Potomac Greens
• Marina Towers
• Port Royal
• Alexandria House
• Harborside
• Harbor Terrace
• Potowmack Crossing

About the Author --- Will Nesbitt is the principal broker of Will Nesbitt Realty and maintains Condo 1 Alexandria. Will specializes in condos, townhouses and single family residences in Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax County, Crystal City, and Kingstowne. Will resides in Belle Haven Estates just outside Alexandria VA in Fairfax County.

Marina Towers condominiums are located on the northern end of Alexandria, just outside Old Town along the George Washington Parkway. The property is situated on the banks of the Potomac with views to bald eagle nesting sites on one side and the city skyline at the other side. The Towers peer over the Mount Vernon Trail. Residents can use the trail to walk to Old Town and it's many shops and boutiques, or can follow the trail towards Reagan National Airport, Potomac Landing Marina and Washington DC.

Marina Towers is positioned to take maximum benefit from the river. The community fitness center looks toward the river. The pool is just above the trail and Potomac. At the water's edge, the community has a gazebo bar and picnic area. There are no additional fees to use these facilities for residents.

There are approximately 500 residents at Marina Towers, a tightly knit community. The residents think of Marina Towers as "Paradise on the Potomac." Former association president William Mattison coined this term to describe the building’s location, but more importantly to describe the community spirit residents share. Marina Towers residents have worked together at times to on my community affairs, events and efforts such as community barbecues, river clean-up efforts or the send-a-kid-to-camp campaign.

In addition to it's proximity to Old Town, Marina Towers has very easy access to the shops of Potomac Yards. It's location on the GW Parkway is supported by Metro bus, but there is currently no walkably close Metro station for Marina Towers. Marina Towers residents can easily drive to DC, Rosslyn, the Pentagon and Ballston at all hours.  Rush hour has little impact here because of Marina Tower's strategic location.

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