2011
FREE
Virginia’s Northern Neck
Visitor’s Guide
Including Middle Peninsula
The Resource Guide
for the Chesapeake Bay Region Since 1990
Historical Sites
Open every Friday and
One of the many
Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
historical sites in
From May 1st to October
Westmoreland County is
and open Sunday 2 to 5 p.m.
the former “One room
Also open by appointment.
school house” the Elba
Kinsale, 804-472-3001.
School. Built around the
Menokin: Home of
turn of the 19th Century,
Declaration of Independence
th e school provided
Elba Schoolhouse
signer Francis Lightfoot Lee.
teaching for first through
sixth grades to as few as six to twenty- Now a ruin, the house sits on 500 acres at
Cat Point Creek. Open Monday-Friday 10
four students in the immediate vicinity.
The school house sits just off Oldhams a.m. to 4 p.m. Weekends by appointment
Road in a field which is frequently only. Warsaw, 804-333-1776.
Museum at Colonial Beach: This
planted in corn, soybeans or wheat.
Travelers on Oldhams Road are able to museum traces the town’s history from
Captain John Smith in 1608 to the present
see the back of the school building.
A.T. Johnson High School Museum: and is operated by Colonial Beach
One of the first African-American High Historical Society. Open SundaySchools in the Northern Neck, which Saturday 1 – 4 p.m. Colonial Beach,
serves as a depository of historical 804-224-3379.
Richmond County Museum: This
artifacts and memorabilia. Montross,
museum portrays the story of rural
804-493-7070.
Ball Memorial Museum: Historic Richmond County through exhibits,
foundation and library, with an extensive events, school programs and activities.
genealogical and historical records and Located in old jail (circa 1972). Warsaw,
804-333-3607.
museum. Heathsville, 804-580-8581.
St. Mary’s White Chapel: Established
Kilmarnock Museum: Exhibits of
business and commerce of Kilmarnock. in 1669 has a Historic graveyard. Oldest
Recalls the early days of the bustling known altar tablets in the Commonwealth
town, first known as Steptoe’s of Virginia. Lancaster, 804-462-5908.
Steamboat Era Museum: Honoring
Ordinary, settled in 1719. Kilmarnock,
the golden age of steamboats. Irvington,
804-436-9100.
King George Museum: Named for 804-438-6888. Hours: ThursdayKing George I. The County was split off Saturday 10-4; Sunday 1-4.
Westmoreland County Museum:
from Richmond County and formed
in 1721. Museum and research center Oldest museum in the Northern Neck.
is located in an old jail. King George, Established as a permanent home for
Charles Wilson Peale’s portrait of
540-775-9477.
Kinsale Museum: Housed in an 18th William Pitt (circa 1768) and home to the
century pub, features exhibits and Northern Neck of Virginia Historical
artifacts of the life in a seaport Society. Montross, 804-493-8440.
community. Steamboat era exhibits.
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A Step Back in Time…
The Manor House
N
estled in the quaint countryside of
Virginia’s historic Westmoreland
County, located in the heart of the
Northern Neck, you will find General’s
Ridge Vineyard and Winery.
There to give you a
warm and gracious
welcome to the 100
acre plantation, are
owners Richard L.
(Rick) Phillips, Major
General USMC (Ret)
and wife, Linda. It has
been the Phillips’ dream and passion to
explore the science, practice and study of
vineyard production.
Take a step back in time and stay in the
plantation’s Manor House which has graced
the property for 150 years. You will
remember special moments as you have a
cup of coffee on the front wrap around porch
as the sun rises over the vineyard or take a
simple stroll through the secluded grounds.
You will love the quiet evenings when you
can hear a symphony of night sounds or see
the magical lights of the fire flies as twilight
nears. Comfort awaits you when it’s time to
snuggle into one of the Manor House’s cozy
bedrooms.
Vineyard Views Cottage is a charming
two bedroom elevated cottage overlooking
the vineyard. Sip a glass of wine on the deck
as you gaze on the vines that produced the
grapes from which it was made. Recently,
Vineyard Views was mentioned in Coastal
Vineyard Views
Living Magazine as well as on CNN.com as
one of the 10 great wine getaways.
The Phillips are producing wines from
their 13 varieties of grapes and few
vineyards embody the seductive flavor of
the grapes grown on this plantation.
They are excited for you to see their
Somewhere in Time
latest production, the newly constructed
“Somewhere in Time” wine tasting facility
(grand opening Spring 2011).
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Visit on weekends to taste their wine
while sitting at a bar constructed from
vintage doors or enjoy the wine museum
and tasteful antiques. Step outside into “The
Vines Room”, an outside 40’ x 50’ screened
porch for your wine tasting enjoyment. Or
plan your next special event in this spacious
facility.
General’s Ridge Vineyard and Winery
sets the perfect stage for a romantic
off site business meetings. It offers a
distinctively relaxing environment to help
motivate a team of employees.
Come stay a night or a week at the
General’s Ridge Vineyard and Winery, You
can visit other local wineries on the
Chesapeake Wine Trail; take a short drive to
historic Port Kinsale on the Potomac River,
which was prominent during the War of
1812; or just have fun seeing all the
attractions in this, the cradle of our nation
and enjoy the timeless
appeal and rural charm of
the Northern Neck.
Reservations and hosts:
Rick and Linda Phillips
1618 Weldons Drive,
Hague VA 22469
M-Th: 703.313.9742
F-Su: 804.493.0226
[email protected]
www.generalsridgevineyard.com
Special events: Bettie & Trevor Musso
Tel: 804.493.0767
Fax: 804.493.0267
Email: [email protected]
wedding. A wedding is a special time that
you and your family will remember for the
rest of your lives, so why not choose a
location as memorable as the moment.
The recently enlarged Carriage House is
a unique location to hold receptions or
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Tel: 703.313.9742 (M-Th)
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Website: www.generalsridgevineyard.com
Email: [email protected]
Vineyard Views
1618 Weldons Drive, Hague, VA 22469
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Shopping Guide
f a unique shopping experience is what you
enjoy you have found it. There are no malls
here, only the simple life. However, you
will certainly find items here that you will not
be able to find elsewhere, handcrafted art,
homemade goodies and books about the area.
Northern Neck is famous for a number of
artists who have their paintings displayed and
for sale in a number of shops and galleries.
Shopping here is unique in many ways.
There are antique shops everywhere and if you
are a serious antique shopper you are sure to go
home with something. Most of the village
shops are owned and managed by area
I
residents. The items on display reflect their
personal tastes, talents and interests. You may
be a little surprised at the outstanding quality
and wide range of selections to be found.
While traveling through the area, you will
want to stop at one of our farmer’s and seafood
markets to sample fresh produce and seafood.
On the first Saturday of each month the
Irvington Farmer’s Market, second Saturday of
each month the Urbanna Farmer’s Market, the
third Saturday of each month, the Heathsville
Farmer’s Market, and the fourth Saturday of
each month the Kilmarnock Farmer's Market
(May thru October) are among the favorites.
ANTIQUES
CLOTHING
Elderly Treasures. Featuring country antiques, furniture, glassware, tools, toys, etc. Open Thurs.-Sun.
10 am-5 pm. Located at 7424 Kings Highway, on
route 3 between G.W Birthplace and Stratford Hall.
Montross . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .804-224-8895
Foxy In Kilmarnock. Country Club Casual, Dressy,
Resort, Jeans & Tees. Jewelry and accessories Petite,
Missy & Plus. Open 6 days/week. 24 West Church
Street.
Kilmarnock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .804-435-2200
Kilmarnock Antique Gallery. The Northern Neck’s
largest Antique Mall, open 7 days a week, 10 am –
5 pm 100 plus dealers featuring Oyster Plates,
Primitive to Fine Traditional Furniture, Majolica &
Staffordshire, Silver, China, Grandfather Clocks, Art,
Persian Rugs, Flow Blue, Jewelry, Collectibles,
Coins, Unique gifts, Consignment and much more!
We conduct Estate Sales & WE BUY ANTIQUES!!
Kilmarnock Visitor Information Center.
www.virginia-antiques.com. (across from the school)
144 School Street. Kilmarnock
800-497-0083 or 804-435-1207
(see ad page 15)
FABRICS/QUILTING
ARTISTS & GALLERIES
Fine Art Global Exchange. Original European oil
reproductions for your home -- an excellent
anniversary gift, a perfect wall decoration for any
room and affordable copies of the masters through the
ages. Send the Fine Art Global Exchange your
favorite photograph to be converted into a beautiful
oil painting. 144 School Street.
Kilmarnock . . . . . . .800-497-0083 or 804-435-1207
(see ad page 5)
Material Girl Quilt Shop. Fabric, notions for
quilting. Classes. Punchneedle & hand dyed wool.
Tues-Sat. 10-5. 16658 Northumberland Hwy
Reedville, VA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .804-453-6003
GIFTS
Ross’s Rings & Things. Fine jewelry & gifts since
1974. “Where the heirlooms of tomorrow are
handcrafted today!” Find us at 200 Irvington Road
(Route 200).
Kilmarnock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .804-435-3529
(see ad page 15)
A-lbañez Museum (AIM) & Sunrise Studio
Gallery. Monthly Art Shows, Poetry & Music
activities. www.a-ibanez.org
199 Whitaker Lane,
Kilmarnock, Va. 22482 . . . . . . . . . . . .804-435-2880
Fine Art Global Exchange. Original European oil
reproductions for your home -- an excellent
anniversary gift, a perfect wall decoration for any
room and affordable copies of the masters through the
ages. Send the Fine Art Global Exchange your
favorite photograph to be converted into a beautiful
oil painting. 144 School Street.
Kilmarnock . . . . . . .800-497-0083 or 804-435-1207
(see ad page 5)
FARMS
Westmoreland Berry Farm.
Oak Grove . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .804-224-9171
(see ad page 23)
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JEWELRY
ROSS’S
RINGS & THINGS
Ross’s Rings & Things. Fine jewelry & gifts since
1974. “Where the heirlooms of tomorrow are handcrafted today!” Find us at 200 Irvington Road
(Route 200).
Kilmarnock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .804-435-3529
(see ad this page)
“Where the Heirlooms
of Tomorrow are
Handcrafted Today”
WINERIES/WINE RETAIL
Belle Mount Vineyards. Handcrafted, premium
wines from our vineyards overlooking scenic Cat
Point Creek. Vineyard weddings & receptions in
our Great Hall. Cottages & picnic area. Tours &
Tastings. March 15-Dec. 15, Wed.-Sat. 11 am-5 pm,
Sun. Noon-5 pm. www.bellemount.com
2570 Newland Road
Warsaw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .804-333-4700
Fine Jewelry & Gifts Since 1974
Gold
Silver
Diamonds
Colored Gems
Jewelry
Appraisals
Repairs
804-435-3529
200 Irvington Road, Kilmarnock, VA 22482
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The Northern Neck
Some eateries and B&Bs, a gallery and a book
By Kathryn Murray
T
he Northern Neck is such a large
expanse with so many diverse
populations and locations, it’s hard
to know about it all. I find that to be true even
though my profession requires that I travel
far and wide quite regularly, which offers the
opportunity to find neat places, some old and
some new.
Over a year ago a friend of mine
introduced me to the owner/proprietor of
WideRiver Gallery in Colonial Beach. Since
then I’ve been there many times and have
developed real respect for this entrepreneur,
Connie Canby, who exhibits fine artwork—
selections that should satisfy most in search
of a special piece. Given 10 years living in
Manhattan taking advantage of the gallery
scene, I hardly expected to find such a place
on the Northern Neck.
The Gallery—part of the Espresso Coffee
Shop building (once the Esso gas station)—
offers changing exhibits of artists’ work on a
monthly basis. Ceramic work, jewelry,
woodworking abound, as well as paintings
and fine prints. Prices are reasonable so many
are able to work within a budget. Certainly,
this is a place to consider especially when
coming from DC or returning to Maryland.
And every 2nd Friday, year-round, galleries
and small shops are open for the evening with
refreshments regularly offered.
Quality diverse artwork changes monthly.
Right next door to the Gallery there is a new
business, a gourmet food shop—Tides Inn
Market—that opened this past year. The
young woman who runs the shop, (Caitlin
Davis) was trained at the Culinary Institute of
America and is the daughter of owners and
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managers of an
affiliated B&B. This
little shop is a true
specialty shop with
soups, entrees and
appetizers as well as
breads and pastries.
Diagonally across
the street from the
Gallery there's a Who can resist homemade
completely different breads and pastries?
culinary experience
for lunch or dinner. Seaside Restaurant offers
excellent Thai or French cuisine. (With a
successful Thai Restaurant in Bowling
Green, owner Upin Raungtriphop opened the
Colonial Beach location in mid-2009). I had
heard wonderful things about the food there,
so I just had to try it, and try it I did--many
times.
This article is not the place for a restaurant
review, but if you
enjoy Thai food or
would appreciate
fine French cuisine,
this should be a
destination. Since the
establishment is fairly
small, reservations are
encouraged, especially
for weekends (summer A surprising treat on
the Northern Neck.
months are much more
busy). You'll find that
Manager Noi Sing will make sure you'll have a
very enjoyable and tasty experience. (Open
Tuesday through Sunday.)
Travelling down the ‘Neck from Colonial
Beach, an interesting stop is the antiques
place named Fine Things. Located at the light
in Callao with perhaps 3000 square feet of
“stuff” to ponder, this place is fun. We’re not
talking high-end antiques, so don’t go there if
you are looking for that special $5,000 chair
to go with a table you have. Rather it is a
place where numerous vendors have
consigned items. This allows for a real
possibility of finding a great bargain. So take
your time and remember, look upstairs too.
Whether you are in the main house or in an
apartment, the Inn offers old-world charm in
a location where you can walk to restaurants
and amenities.
Lots of stuff and some real bargains, too.
Going a bit more southeast our last “onthe-’Neck” location is Fleeton Fields Bed &
Breakfast. Having heard it recommended by
friends, and wanting to know more about
Fleeton, I decided to invite myself to take a
look. Driving into town the sign says, I
believe, population 89. And everywhere you
look there is water to be seen.
Fleeton is charming—just remote enough to
be authentic—it hasn’t been overwhelmed by
too much progress. So rather than thinking that
this is out of the way, you might see this as the
center of your vacation universe. From this
location you can travel the Northern Neck for
day trips whether you are here for a long
weekend or for a week. The rooms are
charming, and filled with beautiful antiques.
During "season" you can experience the
gardens of beautiful
roses and everchanging perennial
blooms. Close to
Reedville, the boat to
Tangier or Smith
Island, a n d e a s y
driving distance to
Kilmarnock, it is
truly a quiet oasis to
call home.
Elegance in a
Historic, charming, wonderfully located.
Although not a destination, an upcoming
book provides great insight into the history
and architecture of the Northern Neck. The
University of Virginia Press is distributing
the just published Historic Sites in Virginia’s
Northern Neck & Essex County: A Guide
(2011). Preservation Virginia, Northern Neck
Branch set out on this project about two years
ago. The result is now available to the public.
Introductory chapters set the scene for the
six chapters covering predominantly
pre-Civil War sites of King George,
Westmoreland, Northumberland, Lancaster,
Richmond and Essex counties. Twenty-six
maps and more than 400 photos provide
additional tools for using the Guide. You may
be surprised at all of the history that is right
outside your door as you drive through this
historic area and special part of the world.
timeless surrounding.
The last destination, but not the least is the
Essex Inn located in Tappahannock (just
across the river from the ‘Neck). New
innkeepers oversee a majestic, gracious
house in the historic section of
Tappahannock—a block from the
Rappahannock river. There are rooms both in
the main house and also four apartments in a
separate building. This smaller building was
once the laundry and has been converted.
History told through architecture,
There are two apartments, I believe, that
covering structures great and small.
allow for people who travel with a small dog
Kathryn Murray is principal broker with River &
or cat. What a great opportunity for anyone Rural Realty based in the Warsaw area. She is also an
travelling who would like to have a place that avid photographer who carries her camera with her
everywhere. Photos in this article are by the author.
is cozy and in a beautiful setting.
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Places to Dine
W
hatever your taste, you will surely find it here. Whether
it is fresh seafood, fine cuts of beef, pasta or fine dishes,
you will be pleasantly surprised with the variety of
gourmet or casual dining in our area. Most of the restaurants are
family owned and operated and are sure to make your dining
experience a pleasant one. There are a number of restaurants on the
water where you can dine and watch a picturesque sunset while
feasting on a fresh seafood dinner. Also, for those of you with a
sweet tooth, save room for dessert, as you will not be disappointed!
Crazy Crab Restaurant overlooking Cockrell’s
Creek. Chefs specialize in seafood, beef and chicken.
Located at the end of 360 East.
www.reedvillemarina.com
Reedville.................................................804-453-6789
Lowery’s Seafood Restaurant. Family restaurant
serving seafood, steaks, chicken and much more.
Great kid’s menu. Now serving weekend breakfast
8 am-10:30 am. Open for lunch and dinner starting at
11:00 am. A Tappahannock landmark since 1938.
www.lowerysrestaurant.com
Tappahannock ........................................804-443-4314
Nate’s Trick Dog Café. The New York Times and the
New York Post call it hip and fabulous and,
ultimately, delicious. You will too.
www.natestrickdogcafe.com
Irvington .................................................804-438-6363
Nino’s Pizza, Inc. Family owned and operated since
1978 - specializing in Pizza, Pasta and Italian Dinners.
Full sized menu & daily $5.99 all you can eat lunch
buffet with pizza, pasta & Italian food 11:30 a.m.-2:30
p.m. Route 360
Callao......................................................804-529-7548
Sandpiper Restaurant. Est. 1982, we specialize in
fresh seafood, hand cut meats, nightly specials and
fine spirits, all within a casual atmosphere.
850 Rappahannock Drive
White Stone........................................804-435-6176
Willaby's Café. Casual atmosphere. Daily specials,
gourmet burgers, delectable desserts. Home of
Willaby's Fine Sauces. Full catering services.
www.willabys.com
White Stone........................................804-435-0000
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W here Have All The Oysters Gone?
By Barbara Jean LeFon
W
hen Captain John Smith first
arrived in the Chesapeake Bay
during the early 17th century, he
noted such an abundance of oysters that it
made it dangerous to navigate his ship! Since
then, over the years there has been a steady
decline in the number of oysters harvested
from those same waters.
It has been said that the oyster population
of the Chesapeake Bay was once able to filter
the water of the entire Bay in about one
week! That was many years before these
tasty morsels began to drastically decline due
to over harvesting, habitat destruction and the
diseases of Dermo and MSX which
penetrated the oyster population. For
instance, habitat destruction was caused
years ago by large dredges being dragged
across the bottom of the waterways to capture
the oysters for harvesting. It was later learned
that the watermen were ripping up the natural
habitat that was helping to produce large
crops of oysters. MSX and Dermo are not
caused by viruses, but rather by a single cell
protozoa. Neither of the parasites is harmful
to humans. These diseases were first
identified in the mid-Atlantic in the 1950’s.
Dermo is native to the Chesapeake Bay and
usually kills oysters in the second or third
year. Apparently, MSX was introduced into
the region in the 1950’s when an attempt was
made to introduce a non-native oyster.
Oysters in the Northern Neck have been on
the decline since the early 1900’s. Many of
the area oyster houses, mostly family-owned
for generations, have had to supplement their
harvests with oysters shipped in from the
Gulf of Mexico. According to the
Environmental Protection Agency, it now
takes the population of Bay oysters a whole
year to filter the same volume of water that
was filtered in one week!
In the past Virginia was producing 7-8
million bushels of oysters a year. However,
recently the oyster harvest has been as small
as 20,000 bushels. As a result of the oyster
decline, the largest oyster processors in the
area have made significant investments in
attempting to establish an oyster hatchery
program and other aquaculture methods to
increase the production of oyster larvae
locally to help end its dependence on out-ofstate oyster larvae. The overseer of the
Northern Neck hatchery establishment is the
Virginia Institute of Marine Science.
Today, commercial oyster aquaculture,
private oyster gardening, the establishment of
oyster reefs and even the testing of nonnative species of oysters in our waterways are
all promising ways in which we are
increasing our native oyster population.
Many successful restoration projects are
showing that fewer oysters are dying from
disease and, together with oyster farming and
oyster reef building, are all combining to give
cause for an optimistic comeback of the
oyster population in Virginia and the
Chesapeake Bay.
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Welcome
W
elcome to our Byways and
Waterways in this Great Land of
Pleasant Living. While you are
here, you will experience our
quiet, and relaxing way of life.
Use this Guide to find
your ideal place to spend
your nights, charter your
fishing expedition, enjoy
our excellent restaurants,
shop for priceless antiques
or other treasures in our
many shops. Enjoy our
beautiful nature trails and
watch for the many
varieties of birds,
including the bald eagle.
Tour our vineyards, visit
our craft shops, and drive
our country roads for some
of the quietest natural
beauty. Visit our excellent museums,
historical landmarks and colonial homes.
Many of our picturesque towns are located
on the Rivers and the Bay as the main mode
of transportation was originally the water.
This makes for interesting vistas and you will
see some of the best Colonial and Victorian
architecture in Virginia. These homes are
often open in the spring during
Virginia’s Garden Week and
also during the Christmas
season.
When I came to this area to
publish the first Northern
Neck Visitor’s Guide twentytwo years ago, it was apparent
this special place needed a
booklet to guide the visitors so
they could fully enjoy the
many activities and attractions.
The Northern Neck Visitor’s
Guide was started in 1990 and
this is its 22nd edition. Every
visit becomes more special to
me and I am sure you will feel the same way
as you get to know us.
—Callie R. Martin, Publisher
Kilmarnock
Golf Packages, Fishing Packages
Swimming Pool, Highspeed Wireless Internet,
Breakfast Buffet
68 Rooms Including Extended Stay Rooms
Business Center
2
➔
Virginia’s Northern Neck
To Baltimore, Maryland
POTOMAC GATEWAY
WELCOME CENTER
CALEDON
NATURAL AREA
206
218
Machodac Creek
218
KING GEORGE
COUNTY
King George
301
Rosier Creek
Potomac Beach
205
Colonial Beach
To
3
Interstate 95,
Washington, DC,
Fredericksburg
205
3
Port Royal
Oak Grove
634
204
638
POTOMAC RIVER
WESTMORELAND
Nomini
STATE PARK
Bay
347
214 STRATFORD HALL
PLANTATION
624 Lerty
WESTMORELAND
BERRY FARM ▲ ▲ INGLESIDE
VOORHEES
WINERY
NATURE PRESERVE
637 640
Foneswood
➔
To
Interstate 95,
Richmond
MONROE’S
BIRTHPLACE
WASHINGTON’S
BIRTHPLACE
Leedstown
17
Lower
Machodoc
River
Coles Point
Stratford
612
Montross
Mt. Holly
202
624
WESTMORELAND
622
COUNTY MUSEUM
624
Sandy Point
606
Hague
604
Yeocomico River
PORT KINSALE
202
Cr
uis
et
oS
mi
th
Isl
an
d
MARITIME MUSEUM
WESTMORELAND
Smith
Newland
COUNTY
Lewisetta
Island
Kinsale
624
RAPPAHANNOCK
Wrights Cove
3
RIVER
Coan River
Lyells 203
202
NATIONAL WILDLIFE
Hull
REFUGE
Creek
Callao
▲ BELLE MOUNT
Champlain
Naylor’s
VINEYARDS
636
Beach
640
MENOKIN
Lottsburg
637 624
Little
17
Warsaw 360
Cat Point
644
Wicomico
Village
Creek
Heathsville
River
Sunnybank
RICHMOND
600
Rappahannock River
RICHMOND
Ferry
COUNTY
Smith Point
Cruise
RICE'S HOTEL/
COUNTY
MUSEUM
652
HUGHLETT'S TAVERN
Tappahannock
630
REEDVILLE
607
Burgess
BUSHMILL
STREAM
3
FISHERMEN'S
NATURAL AREA
MUSEUM
Wellford TOTUSKEY
646 Farnham
NORTHUMBERLAND
ESSEX
Reedville
PARK
Great Wicomico River
COUNTY
Piscataway
COUNTY
601
642
Totuskey
Creek
201
Wicomico
Creek
Fair Port 657
ngier Island
603
Church
Fleeton
Cruise to Ta
Cockrell
615
609
600
Creek
Dunnsville
201
Sharps
Ingram Bay
606
354
360
Mill Creek
LANCASTER
Farnham 647 Litwalton
605
DAMERON MARSH
COUNTY
622
Creek
NATURAL AREA
Lancaster
Morattico
To
Center Cross
Lively
Richmond
MARY BALL
BELLE ISLE
Carters
Wharf
(cliffs)
17
201
624
Jamaica
611
Merry Point
Ferry
354
Lagrange
Creek
602
WASHINGTON
MUSEUM
604
200
Kilmarnock
KILMARNOCK
MUSEUM
CHRIST Indian Creek
CHURCH
Dymer Creek
Irvington Tabbs Creek
Corrotoman
River
White
Stone
Weems
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Saluda MIDDLESEX
COUNTY
To Interstate 64,
Williamsburg
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WESTLAND
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Windmill Point
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Deltaville
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Stingray Point
Piankatank
River
Chesapeake
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LANDS END
WILDLIFE REFUGE
Including Essex and Middlesex Counties
Dahlgren
Tangier
Island
Things To Do
R
elaxing doesn’t have to mean boring
on the Northern Neck. If your
interests include hiking, fishing,
boating, golfing, nature, art, history or
antiques, you’re sure to find it here!
While you are here, spend some time
touring the countryside by bike or car. The
major routes and several scenic byways are
marked on the center spread map.
Anyone who spends much time in the
American Bald Eagle
Northern Neck quickly discovers that the
quickest route between two points is not fishing villages and see how the hardy
always by car. Water is still very much a part descendants of early British colonists still
of our transportation system!
make their living from the Bay. Be sure to
make reservations in advance. The tour boats
fill up fast.
The beach is on the top of the list for
children of all ages and after a day at the
beach you can always have some family fun.
The Westmoreland Berry Farm and Orchard,
home of great fruit, ice cream, and the
infamous “goat walk”, is something you will
not want to miss.
If golfing is your favorite past time, we
Merry Point Ferry
have several courses that I am sure you will
You will find the only two remaining free enjoy. Just call ahead to find the tee times
car ferries in Virginia on the Northern Neck. and green fees.
Both ferries operate Monday-Saturday from
Westmoreland State Park is one of the
7 a.m. to 7 p.m., weather permitting. The
Sunnybank Ferry is a two-car ferry on Route
644 that crosses the Little Wicomico River
near Reedville. The Merry Point Ferry is a
two-car ferry on Route 604 that crosses the
western branch of the Corrotoman River in
Lancaster County.
No trip to the Northern Neck is complete
without a cruise on the Chesapeake Bay.
Take the Tangier Cruise to Tangier Island or
the Smith Island Cruise to Smith Island.
Children enjoying fresh fruit sundaes from
There is also a Rappahannock River Cruise
Westmoreland Berry Farm.
that will take you to Ingleside Vineyards.
Along the way view bald eagles as they soar oldest parks in the United States, offering
sweeping views of the cliffs of the Potomac
overhead.
Wander the quaint streets of these remote River.
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Things To Do
If you prefer more leisurely activities, try
exploring the many museums and historic
sites located throughout the Northern Neck
area
You’ll also want to check the calendar of
events in this book, local paper, or websites,
as there is always something going on here.
Or, if you prefer, spend the afternoon
shopping. Visit the local art studios,
galleries, and antique shops. Afterwards,
enjoy a delicious meal at one of our fine
restaurants or taverns.
Hobbs Hole Golf Course. 18 holes. Open to the
public.
Tappahannock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .804-443-4500
BOWLING ALLEYS
Kilmarnock Entertainment Center. A USBC
Certified Bowling Center. Open 7 days a week
offering 16 State of the Art Bowling Lanes, a Pro
Shop. Summer, Fall and Winter Leagues. Kids
Club. 100 Foot Mega Media Screen, Ping Pong
Tables, Fusion Coastal Bar and Grill, a full service
restaurant. 16 Town Centre Dr.
Kilmarnock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .804-435-PLAY
Piankatank River Golf Club. Off Route 3/33
between Urbanna and Deltaville. Championship
course open to the public. Route 707 to 629.
Hartfield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .804-776-6516
Tartan Golf Course. Rolling 18 hole layout.
Accessible to the public. Membership available.
Weems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .804-438-6200
GOLF COURSES
Golf at the Tides Inn.
The Golden Eagle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .804-438-5501
The Par Three . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .804-438-4454
Westmoreland
Westmoreland
Berry
Berry
Farm
Farm
Visit the Northern Neck’s
Favorite Family Fun Farm
Goat Walk • Petting Zoo
Fresh Berries!
Open April to December
1235 Berry Farm Lane
Oak Grove, VA
(804) 224-9171
www.westmorelandberryfarm.com
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Virginia’s Northern Neck…
Slow down, relax and hurry back!
By Captain Billy Pipkin
A
warm gentle breeze fills the air,
the sky begins to lighten and a
symphony of songbirds welcome
a new day. As the sun breaks over the
horizon, silhouettes of gulls can be seen
gliding above the calm waters. This is
how a day in ‘our world’ begins.
Virginia’s Northern Neck is surrounded
by water. You’ll find over 1,100 miles of
shoreline offering access to some of the
best fishing and boating on the east coast.
There are bald eagles, ospreys, ducks
and otters, oysters, clams and crabs. But
don’t forget our world renowned fishing
that has made this region famous for over
two centuries.
There are numerous species of fish and
other seafood available in our waters. The
upper rivers offer an array of fresh water
fish including catfish, perch, and even
large mouth bass. Within the tidal areas
of our rivers we find a greater variety
including croaker, spot, flounder, trout,
bluefish and striped bass.
The protected calm waters of the river
and inlets offer small boat owners the
opportunity to enjoy the rich yields of
our waters without worries of rough
water and wave action. Kayaking has
grown in popularity among naturalists,
birdwatchers, and now anglers. There is
nothing like the feeling of hooking a five
pound fish and having it pull your kayak.
The mouths of rivers in this region are
large. They offer many of the same fish
found upriver as well as species located in
the open waters of the Chesapeake Bay.
In the big water, additional fish on the
menu include, larger striped bass (up to
50 pounds), Bluefish in the 5-10 pound
class, cobia, and lesser known species
such as triple fin, pompano, porgy, tautog,
and sheepshead. Part of the joy of fishing
the open waters of the bay is the wonder
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of what’s going to be found at the end of
suitable for tiny boats, we have several
U.S. Coast Guard approved charter boats
available that can take you to the fish.
Whether you spent the day exploring or
fishing, the rich golden hue of our sunsets
is a reminder of the many natural
treasures here in Virginia’s Northern
Neck.
Whether you’re exploring our waters
like Huck Finn, wetting lines from your
small skiff or chartering one of our sport
fishing charter boats, you are sure to find
a piece of ‘our world’ left in your heart.
Come for a visit, slow down, relax and
hurry back!
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Nature Trails
Distance
TRAIL & DESCRIPTION
Barnesfield Park, Highway 301 at Potomac Gateway Welcome Center, King
George; 540-663-3205. 175-acre county park on Potomac River with nature trails,
picnic areas and playground. Nature trails and beach fishing along Potomac River
Shore.
Belle Isle State Park, off Route 354, Lancaster County; 804-462-5030. Open year
round for hiking, picnicking, guided canoe trips, bridle trails. Boat ramp. Trails
follow old farm roads through fields and marshes to Rappahannock River.
Easy
5 miles
Bethel Beach Natural Area Preserve, Mathews; 804-684-7577. No facilities.
Contains constantly changing sandy beach, low dunes, and salt marsh inhabitants.
Open year round, but access to lower portion of the property is restricted seasonally
from May 1 through September 15 to protect a globally rare coastal insect and beach
plant.
Bushmill Stream Natural Area, Route 642 off Route 202, west of Heathsville;
804-684-7577. Nature preserve at headwaters of the Great Wicomico River.
No facilities. Trail through woods down to stream and marshes. Observation deck
overlooks heron feeding area.
Difficulty Level
Easy to
Moderate
Easy
1.5 miles
George Washington Birthplace National Monument, Route 204, near Oak Grove;
804-224-1732. Monument, colonial farm, visitor center, natural area, picnic area on
Pope’s Creek. Walking trails through colonial farm area, woodlands and marshes.
Moderate
Easy
Hickory Hollow Trail, Route 604, off Route 3 in Lancaster County; 804-435-6092.
County-owned natural area. Picnic tables. Woodsy nature trail through pines and
hardwoods down to Cabin Swamp.
2 miles
Easy to
Moderate
Hughlett Point Nature Preserve, Route 605, off Route 200 north of Kilmarnock;
804-684-7577. Long sandy beach on Chesapeake Bay and Dividing Creek. No facilities. Trail through woods and along farm road leads to salt marsh, dunes and beach.
2 miles
Easy
Lands End Wildlife Management Area, 757-253-4180. Virginia Department of
Game and Inland Fisheries' Lands End Way is situated along the north shore of the
Rappahannock River. Eagles and many waterfowl. Large number of neotropical land
birds.
Rappahannock River National Wildlife Refuge, Route 634, off Route 360 near
Warsaw; 804-333-1470. 1,100-acre wildlife refuge along Cat Point Creek. Limited
facilities and schedule. Several miles of trails along farm roads through woods and
marshes.
Easy
Ruritan Nature Trail, Rappahannock Community College, Warsaw;
804-333-6700. Labeled nature trail adjacent to college campus. Trail winds through
forest lands and along creeks.
1 mile
Moderate
Stratford Hall Plantation, Route 214, off Route 3, west of Montross; 804-493-8038.
Ancestral home of the historic Lee family. Tours. Dining room. Several nature trails
through wooded areas of 1,670-acre plantation on Potomac River.
3 miles
Easy to
Difficult
Vorhees Nature Preserve, Route 637 at Westmoreland Berry Farm near Oak Grove;
804-224-9171. Nature Conservancy preserve located along Rappahannock River.
Several miles of woodland trails with observation points overlooking river and
marshes.
6 miles
Moderate
Westmoreland State Park, State Park Road (off Route 3), west of Montross;
804-493-8821. Full-service park. Several miles of woodland trails with observation
points overlooking river and marshes, including camping, swimming, fishing, boat
rentals, picnicking. Trails wind through marshlands, woods, meadows and along
Potomac River.
6 miles
Easy to
Moderate
Totuskey Creek Park, Route 3, east of Warsaw in Richmond County. County park
with roadside picnic area, boat ramp, fishing. Limited facilities. Roadside park
overlooks marshes along Totuskey Creek.
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Outdoor Recreation
ruise the waterways—Surrounded by
natural waterways and laced with creeks
and inlets, the Northern Neck and Middle
Peninsula is a boating and fishing
paradise. Wherever you go you’re never too far
from a marina or boat landing. Sail the Chesapeake
Bay and the Rivers, paddle your canoe on a quiet
pond, creek or engage one of our friendly and
experienced charter boat Captains for a day of
saltwater excitement.
ruise the Chesapeake Bay—Just want to
laze around and leave the driving to
someone else? An all day cruise to either
Smith Island in Maryland or Tangier
Island in Virginia may be what you need. These
quaint island communities out in the middle of the
Bay are straight out of the past. Visit these largely
unspoiled fishing villages and see how the
watermen earn their living from the Bay. We have
charter cruises that leave daily, from May 15th to
October 15th. To end a perfectly wonderful day, call
any one of our many charter boat Captains and have
them take you out for a romantic sunset cruise.
C
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BOAT SALES
Boat Sales Inc. Brokerage boats, power and sail.
Open 7 days a week. Located at Olverson’s Lodge
Creek Marina, 1161 Melrose Road.
[email protected]
Callao ....................800-529-5071 or 804-529-6868
Photo By Shirley Harper
Water life is an essential part of the Northern
Neck, Middle Peninsula and its people. Enjoy the
waterways while you visit us, regardless of the
style of boating or fishing you like, you will
experience it here.
There are a number of public and private
beaches for your enjoyment.
CRUISES
Capt. Billy’s Charters. Fish with a tournament
winner! Join fishing columnist and radio personality Billy Pipkin on his 46 ft. Custom Sportfish
“Liquid Assets II”. Fishing Charters/Private
Cruises on the Chesapeake Bay and Virginia
Beach. USCG licensed (Up to 41 passengers) You
deserve quality! www.captbillyscharters.com
Wicomico Church............................804-580-7292
(see ad page 25)
Bobby’s Marine Service. New & used boat
sales/service. Dealer for Nissan and Mercury
motors. Open Mon.-Sat. On Hwy 200.
Burgess...............................................804-453-7541
Schooner Serenity of Urbanna.....800-979-3370
(see ad page 28)
Cruise All Day for 25
$
FISHING CHARTERS
Capt. Billy’s Charters. Fish with a tournament
winner! Join fishing columnist and radio personality Billy Pipkin on his 46 ft. Custom Sportfish
“Liquid Assets II”. Fishing Charters/Private
Cruises on the Chesapeake Bay and Virginia
Beach. USCG licensed (Up to 41 passengers) You
deserve quality! www.captbillyscharters.com
Wicomico Church............................804-580-7292
(see ad page 25)
Rappahannock River Cruise
Depart from Tappahannock that will take you
to Ingleside Vineyards. Once at the vineyard,
enjoy an optional lunch & wine tasting.
Tangier Island Cruise
Cruise across the Chesapeake Bay aboard our
luxurious “Chesapeake Breeze” and discover
the tiny island of Tangier.
For more information & reservations
call us at:
804.453.BOAT (2628)
or visit www.TangierCruise.com
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MARINAS
Chesapeake Boat Basin. Full service marina.
Yearly slips, boat ramp, fuel, service, ship’s store,
transient lounge, climate-controlled restrooms, new
boat sales, brokerage sales, & more!
www.chesapeakeboatbasin.com
Kilmarnock............804-435-3110 or 877-482-4287
YANKEE POINT MARINA
Coan River Marina. Full-service marina: slips,
ship’s store, ramp, fuel, travel lift, yard, storage.
Deep water. Open 7 days. On Route 614.
www.coanrivermarina.com
Lottsburg ............................................804-529-6767
Ingram Bay Marina. Closest marina to
Chesapeake Bay! Newly rebuilt First Class
Facility. Covered boathouse slips to 50 feet,
Outside slips to 60 feet, Deep ramp. Land Storage
for boats/trailers, Bait/Tackle Shop, Private
Lounge, New! Cottage Rentals.
www.ingrambaymarina.com
End of Route 609
Wicomico Church............................804 580-7292
(see ad page 25)
Olverson’s Lodge Creek Marina, Inc. Open &
covered slips, covered boat bays & land storage,
fuel & ice, pump-out, laundry, heated pool, boat
brokerage & real estate brokerage. Open 7 days a
week. Located at 1161 Melrose Road.
[email protected]
Callao ....................800-529-5071 or 804-529-5071
(804) 462-7018
Reedville Marina & Crazy Crab Restaurant on
Cockrell’s Creek. Fuel, pump out, showers,
restaurant and gift shop.
www.reedvillemarina.com
Reedville ............................................804-453-6789
Yankee Point Marina. Full service marina. 37
deg 41.636’ N by 76 deg 29.402’ W. 1303 Oak
Hill Road.
www.YankeePointMarina.com
Lancaster .........................................804-462-7018
(see ad this page)
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Little Wicomico River
Reedville, 804-453-3430
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www.chesapeakeboatbasin.com
Chesapeake Bay/Indian Creek
Kilmarnock, 804-435-3110
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Potomac River/Coan River
Lottsburg, 804-529-6767
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Coles Point Plantation Marina
Potomac River
25 Ton Travel Lift
Coles Point, 804-472-3955
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www.colonialbeachyachtcenter.com
Potomac River/Monroe Creek
804-224-723
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Gt. Wicomico R./Towles Cr.
Wicomico Church, 804-580-7292
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Callao, 804-529-6851 or 804-529-5826
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Olverson’s Lodge Creek Marina
Potomac R./Yeocomico R./Lodge Cr.,
Lottsburg, 804-529-6868; 800-529-5071
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Kinsale, 804-472-2044
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Wicomico Creek
804-453-6789
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or many visitors, their first visit to the
Northern Neck is love at first sight. You will
find yourself coming back time and again to
this land that seems so out of pace with the urban
communities of the East Coast.
Its relaxed, rural lifestyle makes the Northern Neck
a perfect retreat from the noise and congestion of the
city. Despite its rural character, the Northern Neck
offers many of the amenities found in much larger
communities, including full service medical care at
Rappahannock General Hospital in Kilmarnock;
continuing education and degree programs at
Rappahannock Community College in Warsaw; a
wide variety of cultural events and activities; and a
broad range of retails shops and services.
If you’re longing for a simpler, quieter lifestyle and
have enjoyed your stay, call one of the real estate
agents on the following pages. They’ll be glad to help
you plan your stay for a lifetime!
APPRAISALS
Douglas Residential Appraisal Services. Providing
accurate, reliable appraisals in the Northern Neck and
Middle Peninsula. Certified, Residential Appraiser;
FHA approved. [email protected]
www.northernneckappraisals.com
Wicomico Church ..............................804-580-1624
Photo By Tom K immitt
EVB Community Banking Since 1910
(804) 443-4333, Toll Free: 1-888-464-BANK (2265)
www.bankevb.com
Visit us at any of our 22 locations throughout the
Eastern Virginia area.
Peoples Community Bank. Basic Banking for Busy
People. Member FDIC. Offices and ATMs in Ferry
Farm, 540-371-6889; King George, 540-775-2914;
BANKS
Bank of Lancaster. Your complete Financial services Oak Grove, 804-224-6125; Montross, 804-493-8031;
Provider. Offices in Kilmarnock – Main, 804-435-1171, and Warsaw, 804-333-3500
Northside, 804-435-2208; Heathsville, 804-580-2211; www.peoplescommunitybank.biz
Callao, 804-529-6161; Warsaw, 804-333-3691;
Montross, 804-493-8071; and White Stone, 804-435-0593. BUILDERS
Toll-free, 800-435-1140. Visit our website: Chesapeake Cedar Homes............877-CCH-Cedar
(see ad page 31)
www.bankoflancaster.com
“Chesapeake Bank’s roots stretch deep into
Virginia’s Northern Neck back to April 13, 1900 in
Irvington, VA. Our community is our focus. The
bank’s first clients were watermen, farmers and small
business owners. Innovative programs, such as
MoneyTracker, an online personal financial
management tool, have fueled our growth over the
past 110 years. Visit us at www.chesbank.com to learn
more. Member FDIC” 97 North Main Street.
Kilmarnock..........................................804-435-1181
Chesapeake Homes. Custom homes are our
specialty. Models open daily. Visit us at 5563 Mary
Ball Road.
Lively…………..804-462-7706 or 877-785-7706
Darrin N. Smith Builder, Inc. General A Contractor.
Custom & Modular homes.
[email protected] ..............804-453-4338
(see ad page 39)
Ingram Bay Contracting, Inc. Custom residential
building, remodeling and renovation. Class A General
Contractor, NAHB Graduate Master Builder Earth
Craft Certified. Visit our website at:
www.ingrambaycontracting.com
Reedville ............................................804-453-3076
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BUILDERS cont’d
REAL ESTATE AGENTS
Coldwell Banker VA Bay Properties, LLC, Tom
Kimmitt. for an immediate reply, text or call me
on my cell (804) 761-7326. Buyers and Sellers
please consider my services, which include waterfront & Inland homes, land & commercial property sales. Community information, free maps and
access to the Northern Neck Association of
REALTORS’ MLS database are at:
www.NorthernNeckRealEstate.com
Heathsville Home Office ................804-453-9081
Serving the Northern Neck for 15 Years
Residential & Commercial
New Homes • Renovations • Additions
Complete Designs
CLASS A CONTRACTOR
804-529-5700
Dailey Realty, Inc. Specializing in all waterfront
and inland properties. Over 35 years experience.
For professional and courteous service call Helen
Fridenstine, Doris Harcum or Michael Mahanes.
Email: [email protected]. www.daileyre.com.
Callao ..............................................804-529-6900
FAX 804-529-7171
www.eagleriverconst.com
Mitchell Homes. ..............................800-261-0287
(see ad page 3)
EQUIPMENT SALES & RENTALS
Clegg’s Diesel & Marine. Kubota Distributor &
Equipment rental. 5366 Jessie DuPont Memorial
Highway. www.cleggdieselandmarine.com
Wicomico Church ...........................804-580-7101
Exit Mid-Rivers Realty - Teresa Russ
Montross ..........................................804-339-2923
(see ad page 32)
Irving D. Packett Real Estate. For all your real
estate needs, see us first! 205 St. Johns Street.
www.idpre.com
Warsaw ..................877-933-3411 or 804-333-3411
MORTGAGES
EVB Mortgage. Place Your Financial Needs In
Capable Hands. Contact Robert Fleet at
(804) 758-3994. [email protected]. Toll
Free 1-866-271-9987. www.evbmortgage.com.
Jim & Pat Carter Real Estate, Inc. Inland and
waterfront brokers. Marketing distinctive waterfront
properties since 1957.
www.carter-realestate.com
White Stone ..........................................804-435-3131
Irvington ................................................804-438-6575
Kilmarnock ............................................804-435-9888
PET CARE
Pet B&B, LLC. Christian Doggy Daycare & Pet
Boarding. We are not a traditional kennel…We have
cat condos in our home and a large Air Conditioned
and Heated Pet B&B with private dog runs and 5
Social Doggy Play Yards (no aggressive dogs
allowed) at our humble Heathsville Farmhouse.
Visit www.PetBandB.com for rates, reservations and
to see why “Your pet won’t miss you while you
are gone”. 2097 Folly Road.
Heathsville ......................................804-453-7111
Joe Self Realty ............804-529-6393, 800-296-6393
(see ad page 32)
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REAL ESTATE AGENTS cont’d
Port & Starboard Real Estate, Inc. Free info on
hundreds of MLS properties for sale. Specializing in
Waterfront Lots and Homes—plus Farms, Land &
Fine Inland Homes. Property shown by Land & Sea
Located at Olverson’s Marina, 1161 Melrose Road.
[email protected]
Callao ....................................................804-529-5555
JOE SELF REALT
REAL Y, INC.
WATERFRONT - HOMES
NORTHERN NECK AREA
WATERFRONT - HOMES
ACREAGE
JIM & PAT CARTER REAL ESTATE, INC.
447 CHESAPEAKE DRIVE - WHITE STONE, VA 22578
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www.joeselfrealty.com
Email: [email protected]
800-225-8298
804-435-6161
(C) 804-436-6109
800-296-6393
804-529-6393
580 Northumberland Hwy.
Callao, Va 22435
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Calendar of Events
The Calendar of Events is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Dates and times are subject to change.
Contact event organizations to confirm dates, times and activities.
$ indicates admission fee.
FEBRUARY
21
George Washington’s Birthday. Celebrate 279th birthday of George
Washington with special tours and living history demonstrations. 10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m. George Washington Birthplace. 804-224-1732 nps.gov/gewa
26
Benefit Auction. Festival Halle, Reedville Fishermen’s Museum. 804-453-6529
rfmuseum.org
MARCH
19
Winter Market. Festival Halle, Reedville Fishermen’s Museum. 804-453-6529
rfmuseum.org
19 & 20 32nd Annual Rappahannock River Waterfowl Show. White Stone Firehouse.
A unique art festival devoted to wildfowl art in its many forms. About 95 artists
and carvers from New York to Florida. Attendance around 3000. Wildfowl art
original paintings, prints, decorative bird carvings, gunning/working decoys,
antique decoys and artifacts, photography bronze sculpture. Carving contest
on Saturday only. Sponsored by the White Stone Volunteer Fire Department.
Sat. 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.; Sun. 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Admission: $8.00. For
more information: William or Pat Bruce, 804-435-6355 [email protected] or
www.rrws.org
26
4-H Heritage Club Event. Costumed interpretation of Colonial crafts like
blacksmithing, spinning and cooking will be presented by our own 4-H
members and leaders. 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. George Washington Birthplace
804-224-1732 nnp.gov/gewa
APRIL
16
Junior Ranger Day. Every day is Junior Ranger Day, and candidates from 5-12
earn the coveted George Washington Birthplace Junior Ranger badge. But
today we celebrate with a variety of historic demonstrations and hands-on
activities. 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. George Washington Birthplace 804-224-1732
nps.gov/gewa
Spring Barrel Tasting. Let the cool spring breeze blow you into our wine
cellar. Our wines are maturing further and blossoming into some of Virginia’s
finest yet. Be among the first to experience the future of Ingleside straight from
the barrel. Includes tour, tasting, Ingleside wine glass, live music and light fare.
1:00-4:00 p.m. $20 per person. Reservation required. Ingleside Vineyards
804-224-8687 inglesidevineyards.com
23
Easter Egg Hunt. Join us for this fun annual event for children ages 1 to 12 at
Stratford Hall. Sponsored by the Northern Neck Lodge 32 of the Fraternal
Order of Police, this annual event is free for participants and their parents.
Begins exactly at 11:00 a.m. on the Oval. No rain date. 804-493-8038
stratfordhall.org
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MAY
13, 14
& 15
21
28
JUNE
4
TBA
18
24-26
25
JULY
1
2
Second Annual Quilt Shop Hop. The "Blue Crab Crawl". Featuring 5 Quilt
Shops in The Northern Neck. 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Contact: Material Girl
Quilt Shop 804-453-6003 or [email protected]
Ladies ONLY Wine Class. This interactive, fun-filled class provides the
perfect opportunity for you to increase your wine knowledge in a relaxed and
informal setting. Learn unspoken wine etiquette, how to taste wine, detect
flaws and understand why some wines don’t appeal to you. Sample some
unusual pairings and gain the knowledge to be more confident in selecting
your wine. Bring your girlfriends – and make new ones too! Reservations
required; space is limited: $25 per person. Admission includes souvenir wine
glass, tastings and treats. 1:00-5:00 p.m. Ingleside Vineyards 804-224-8687
inglesidevineyards.com
Spring on the Plantation. To understand Washington, we must understand
plantation life. 18th century activities and demonstrations such as sheep
shearing, tobacco planting, blacksmithing, and open hearth cooking will be
offered at Popes Creek Plantation. 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. George Washington
Birthplace 804-224-1732 nps.gov/gewa
Lees and Independence. Enjoy activities for kids, Revolutionary War
re-enactors, a book signing from noted author Jim Thompson and an
unforgettable appearance from Richard Henry Lee himself. Enjoy an outdoor
concert and presentations from the Rappahannock Colonial Heritage Society
and the George Washington Young Friends. This free event is in honor of the
two Lee brother signers of the Declaration of Independence and their kinsman
“Light Horse Harry” Lee. 3:00-8:00 p.m. Stratford Hall 804-493-8038
stratfordhall.org
Summer Concert Series. Reedville Fishermen’s Museum Pavilion, 6:008:00 p.m. For information call 804-453-6529 or rfmuseum.org
Juneteenth. Musicians, singers, authors and speakers mark the final end of
slavery in the United States, June 19, 1865. 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. George
Washington Birthplace 804-224-1732 nps.gov/gewa
Family Boat Building Workshop. Reedville Fishermen’s Museum. For
information call 804-453-6529 or rfmuseum.org
Rock & unWINEd 2011. Cool cats gather round! Put on your favorite saddle
shoes and poodle skirt and join us in the courtyard for a rockin’ good time!
Twist and shout to the sounds of the golden oldies! Bring your friends!
Includes tour, tasting, Ingleside wine glass, live music and dinner (optional)
$15 per person – music only (bring your own picnic); $30 per person – music
and dinner. Limited seating; reservations required for dinner. 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Ingleside Vineyards 804-224-8687 inglesidevineyards.com
Fireworks. Main Street – Reedville, VA. Reedville Fishermen’s Museum.
9:00 p.m. 804-453-6529
Firecracker Run 5K. Festival Halle, Reedville, VA. Reedville Fishermen’s
Museum. 8:00 a.m. 804-453-6529 www.reedvillerun.org
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JULY cont’d…
Independence Day Celebration. Kids events, artists’ arena, food, boat display,
etc. Events begin at 10 a.m. Reedville Fishermen’s Museum. 804-453-6529
rfmuseum.org
Independence Day Parade. 3:00 p.m. Reedville, VA. Reedville Fishermen’s
Museum. 804-453-6529
3
Patriotic Music Performance. Festival Halle, 3:00 p.m. Reedville Fishermen’s
Museum. 804-453-6529 rfmuseum.org
4
Independence Day. Participate in Colonial hands-on children’s activities and
costumed interpretation to celebrate the 235th birthday of the United States.
10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. George Washington Birthplace 804-224-1732
nps.gov/gewa
TBA
Summer Concert Series. Reedville Fishermen’s Museum Pavilion. 6:008:00 p.m. For information call 804-453-6529 or rfmuseum.org
12-14
Grandparent/Grandchild Camp. This 3 day summer camp is packed with
enjoyable activities for kids 6 to 12 and their grandparents. Register with
Elderhostel, program #16283. Stratford Hall 804-493-8038 stratfordhall.org
18-22
Intergenerational Elderhostel Camp. This five-day summer camp is an
expanded version of Stratford’s grandparent camp. For kids 6 to 12 and their
grandparents. Register with Elderhostel, program #16283. Stratford Hall
804-493-8038 stratfordhall.org
28-30
Economic Landscapes of the Tidewater: An Institute for Teachers of Va. &
U.S. History. This three-day residential institute will be led by a distinguished
group of scholars and will focus on the interplay of economic, cultural and
physical geography. Stratford Hall 804-493-8038 stratfordhall.org
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World Ranger Day. We salute those who preserve our natural and cultural
resources worldwide. The thin Green Line movie and special activities will be
presented throughout the day. 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. George Washington
Birthplace 804-224-1732 nps.gov/gewa
AUGUST
TBA
Model Making Class. Reedville Fishermen’s Museum. For information call
804-453-6529 or rfmuseum.org
TBA
Summer Concert Series. Reedville Fishermen’s Museum Pavilion. 6:008:00 p.m. For information call 804-453-6529 or rfmuseum.org
2-4
Grandparents/Grandchild Camp. Three days of fun-filled, educational
activities offer a memorable family bonding experience for kids 6 to 12 and
their grandparents. Stratford Hall 804-493-8038 stratfordhall.org
6
4-H Heritage Club Event. Costumed interpretation of Colonial crafts like
blacksmithing, spinning and cooking will be presented by our own 4-H
members and leaders. 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. George Washington Birthplace
804-224-1732 nps.gov/gewa
12
Basic Photography & Yoga. Basic photography and yoga stretch will feature
award winning photographer Anne Tate who will share her insights and talents
for any interested in learning from one of the best. 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Stratford Hall 804-493-8038 stratfordhall.org
13
Introduction to Watercolor. Introduction to watercolors will feature local artist
Holly Harmon and optional yoga stretching by local favorite Kay Hawkins.
9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Stratford Hall 804-493-8038 stratfordhall.org
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SEPTEMBER
9-10
Antique & Classic Boat Show. Reedville, VA. Reedville Fishermen’s Museum.
For information call 804-453-6529 or rfmuseum.org
10
Jazz in the Courtyard. Swing by for a relaxing evening in our European-style
courtyard while sipping wine and enjoying the cool sounds of live jazz music.
Includes tour, tasting, Ingleside wine glass, live music and dinner (optional).
$15 per person – music only (bring your own picnic); $35 per person – music
and dinner. Limited seating; reservations required for dinner. 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Ingleside Vineyards 804-224-8687 inglesidevineyards.com
TBA
Summer Concert Series. Reedville Fishermen’s Pavilion 6:00-8:00 p.m. For
information call 804-453-6529 or rfmuseum.org
24 & 25 5th Annual Chesapeake Bay Wine & Harvest Festival. Features wine tasting
at its best, plus specialty foods, petting zoo, arts and crafts, and live music.
11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. both days. Stratford Hall 804-493-8038 stratfordhall.org
17
Constitution Commemoration. As George Washington presided, delegates to
the Constitutional Convention signed the Constitution on September 17,
1787. A lecture by a noted scholar will be presented. 2:00 p.m. George
Washington Birthplace 804-224-1732 nps.gov/gewa
OCTOBER
1
Star Party at Stratford Hall. Enjoy an evening of star gazing on the Oval with
the Rappahannock Astronomy Club, weather permitting. 7:00-11:00 p.m.
Free. Stratford Hall. 804-493-8038 stratfordhall.org
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Psychic Time Travel: History through the Eyes of Investigative Medium
Laine Crosby. Join us for an unforgettable evening with noted paranormal
researcher, and journey back in time to days long gone. Learn about the life and
times of the spirits of Stratford Hall who find this beautiful estate so difficult
to leave. 7:00-10:00 p.m. Stratford Hall 804-493-8038 stratfordhall.org
22
4-H Heritage Club Event. Costumed interpretation of Colonial crafts like
blacksmithing, spinning and cooking will be presented by our own 4-H
members and leaders. 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. George Washington Birthplace
804-224-1732 nps.gov/gewa
32nd Harvest Celebration. Come help us celebrate our 32nd harvest! See
winemaking demonstrations, take a tour of Ingleside’s vineyards and winery,
enjoy artwork, crafts, exhibits and delicious food. Sit in the courtyard and relax
(or dance) while listening to live music and sipping wine. Hayrides and more
for the kids! Includes tour, tasting, Ingleside wine glass, live music. Food
available or bring a picnic. $15 per person, $10 in advance. 11:00 a.m.4:00 p.m. Ingleside Vineyards 804-224-8687 inglesidevineyards.com
22-23
Reading the Landscape of Stratford Hall. This is the fourth in a series of
cultural landscape seminars offered by Stratford Hall. This year Dr. Eric
MacDonald and students from the University of Georgia will join a team of
noted naturalists as they decode the history of Stratford Hall landscape from
the prehistoric to the present. Saturday 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; Sunday 8:00 a.m.12:00 p.m. Stratford Hall 804-493-8038 stratfordhall.org
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Historical Haunts. Featuring special “ghost tours of the Great House,
Halloween crafts and refreshments. For children and adults of all ages 6:008:00 p.m. Stratford Hall 804-493-8038 stratfordhall.org
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NOVEMBER
4-5
Urbanna Oyster Festival. Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Saturday: 9:00 a.m.6:00 p.m. Vendors, crafters, performers, artisans, civic groups and clubs.
Oysters are offered any way you like em..raw, roasted, steamed, stewed, fried
or frittered and many other vendors. Friday is the firemen’s parade at 7:00 p.m.
Saturday is the Oyster Festival parade at 2:00 p.m. For additional information
visit www.urbannaoysterfestival.com
4-6
Ghosts of Stratford Hall: An Investigative Weekend. Laine Crosby and her
colleagues, America’s top experts on the paranormal, will demonstrate
techniques and methods and share their mission. An “out of this world”
experience! Three day workshop. Stratford Hall 804-493-8038 stratfordhall.org
12
Oyster Roast. Reedville Fishermen’s Museum 2:00-5:00 p.m. For information
call 804-453-6529 or rfmuseum.org
Winter Market. Festival Halle, Reedville Fishermen’s Museum. 804-453-6529
rfmuseum.org
First in War and First in Peace. In 1783 George Washington resigned his
military commission and took on the mantle of veteran. Find out how he
honored those who served as we honor our modern veterans. 10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m. George Washington Birthplace 804-224-1732 nps.gov/gewa
Fall Barrel Tasting. What a way to spend a beautiful fall day! The leaves are
falling and winter is coming so warm up with premium wine direct from the
barrels and see how our wines are maturing. Includes tasting and Ingleside
wine glass. Live music and light fare. Stock up on your favorite wines for the
holiday season ahead! $20 per person. Reservations recommended. 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Ingleside Vineyards 804-224-8687 inglesidevineyards.com
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Thanksgiving Dinner at Stratford Hall. Join us for a traditional southern
feast. This event is a sell-out every year, so make your reservations early!
Dinner seating at 12 noon and 3 p.m. Dinner and lodging are available by
reservations only. Stratford Hall 804-493-8038 stratfordhall.org
DECEMBER
3&4
4th Annual King George Studio Tour. Several King George artists will open
their studios for the weekend from 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and have their work
out for display and sale. Maps to the studios are available at
www.dirtybirdpottery.com for more information call Julie 540-644-1139 or
Shirley 540-633-2728
10
1774: A Stratford Hall Christmastide. Experience the Lees’ Great House as
they might have known it December 10, 1774. This immersive and
self-guided experience will offer a deeper insight into the life and times of late
18th century Stratford Hall. The event will include spirited conversation with
living history persons, live music and dance of the 18th century, craft making
and refreshments. 4:30-8:30 p.m. make dining and lodging reservations early!
Stratford Hall 804-493-8038 stratfordhall.org
10 & 11 Christmas On Cockrell’s Creek Home Tour. Reedville, VA. Reedville
Fishermen’s Museum. For information call 804-453-6529 or rfmuseum.org
10, 11, Holiday Open House. ’Tis the season to sample our award-winning wines and
17 & 18 enjoy holiday refreshments while shopping for that perfect gift for your
favorite wine enthusiast! Take advantage of special holiday discounts in our
wine and gift shop and stock up on your favorite wines for the holidays!
12:00-5:00 p.m. Ingleside Vineyards 804-224-8687 inglesidevineyards.com
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A Washington Christmas. The Washington family celebrated the 12 days of
Christmas which begins on Christmas Day. The Memorial House will be
decorated for the holidays and filled with colonial music. The plantation will
be busy with demonstrations and activities performed by costumed
interpreters. The park will be illuminated at dusk with candles. 10:00 a.m.7:00 p.m. George Washington Birthplace 804-224-1732 nps.gov/gewa
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Table of Contents
Photo By Shirley Harper
Map........................................................20-21
Granddaddy Told Me ..............................6-7
By Steve Bonner
Historical Sites........................................8-10
Things to Do..........................................22-23
Bowling Alleys • Golf Courses
Places To Stay............................................11
Bed & Breakfasts/Inns • Hotels/Motels
• Vacation Rentals
Virginia’s Northern Neck…Slow down,
relax and hurry back!..........................24-25
By Captain Billy Pipkin
A Step Back in Time ............................12-13
By Betty Musso
Nature Trails ..............................................26
Outdoor Recreation..............................27-28
Boat Sales • Cruises • Fishing Charters
• Marinas
Shopping Guide....................................14-15
Antiques • Artists & Galleries • Clothing
• Fabrics/Quilting • Gifts • Farms • Jewelry
• Wineries/Wine Retail
Marina Guide....................................................29
The Northern Neck
Some eateries and B&Bs, a gallery and a
book ......................................................16-17
By Kathryn Murray
Stay For A Lifetime ..............................30-33
Appraisals • Banks • Builders • Equipment
Sales & Rentals• Mortgages • Pet Care
• Real Estate Agents
Places to Dine ............................................18
Calendar of Events ..............................34-38
Where Have All The Oysters Gone? ........19
By Barbara Jean LeFon
The Northern Neck Visitor’s Guide is published annually and distributed monthly by:
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Front Cover: Kathryn Murray
Graphic Design: Kirkpatrick Advertising, Inc.
Photographers: Steve Bonner, Shirley Harper, Tom Kimmitt, Callie R. Martin,
Kathyrn Murray, John H. Whitehead III, Captain Billy Pipkin
©2011 by Virginia Real Estate Reviews, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction of photographs,
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“Granddaddy Told Me”
By Steve Bonner
As we got in front of the Bay Trust, I
asked him if he knew what used to be in
its place? He didn’t so I told him it was a
used car lot when I was his age and prior
to that the Hazel Hotel. The Hazel Hotel
was a very well known spot right in the
center of town.
Next door is a service station owned by
one of my old school (and out of) buddies
Calvin Luckham. I told Dexter there used
to be a big brick home there but in the
1950’s that was torn down and replaced
with that station. A fond memory of that
was my grandmother arranging for me to
play the organ for the opening. Here I was
50 years later telling my grandson that
story.
We moved on down the street and I
pointed out the grocery store on the corner
that is now vacant but for years was one of
two (at times three) downtown grocery
stores.
I pointed out the building on the corner
of Waverly and Main where his mother
works and told him 60 years prior “her”
great-grandmother ran her florist shop in
that same building. Then he said the
magic words “I read that in your book”!
Front Cover of Steve’s Book
was glad to get my book on the
market about growing up in
Kilmarnock. I have to give this
publication most of the credit for inspiring
me and giving me the opportunity to write
an article each year. Then I have to thank
the readers that pass on great compliments
to the owners of this publication about
those articles.
One of the great things about being a
native and personally watching the town
grow, change and evolve is sharing that
with others. Each year I have to think
about what I can share with the readers of
this guide and today it came to me!
I was in the middle of town coming out
of a store when I noticed my grandson
Dexter walking down the street. Twelve
year old Dexter was walking from school
with two of his friends so I waited for
them to catch up to me.
I
Bonner Brother’s Store & Soda Fountain
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Steve Bonner and grandson Dexter Lewis stand in front of the Rappahannock Art League
building formerly Bonner Brother’s Store and Soda Fountain in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s.
Next I pointed to a building and said little boy growing up in Kilmarnock, Va.!
“That’s the movie theater” to which he Those small town events like today
said “The sports Centre”?
become amazing memories to pass along.
So that put in place the opportunity for
me to tell him how my brother Tom and I
would go see a scary movie then see
which one could get out of the theatre
fastest and go hide down Waverly Ave and
wait to scare the other one. Didn’t matter
how many times we did it, we just jumped
out from a different bush, yelled and ran
home.
Dexter liked that today but more than
that, it was very special to me. Just maybe
if we have those kinds of walks more
often and I can let him relive my boyhood
town in his mind, one day he will tell his
children or a friend “Granddaddy Told
Me” and give them all the details about a
Back Cover of Steve’s book
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Historical Sites
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associated with George Washington. The
park contains the heart of Augustine
Washington’s plantation, the 17th
century homesite of the immigrant John
Washington, and the Washington Family
Burial Ground. The archaeological
structures, the commemorative edifices
and the cultural landscape are conserved
and employed to preserve the memory of
George Washington
– America’s first
and greatest hero
whose actions were
crucial in the
establishment of
the United States as
an independent
nation founded on
the principles of
personal liberty.
Located on Popes
C r e e k o ff t h e
George Washington Birthplace
Potomac River 38
National Monument
miles east of
Fredericksburg, Virginia and is accessible
over Virginia Route 3 and Route 204. The
park is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily
(except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New
Year’s Day) with an individual admission
fee of $4.00 for all visitors 16 years or older.
Call 804-224-1732.
Ferry Farm National Historic
L a n d m a r k . Ly i n g a c r o s s t h e
Rappahannock River from the old town
of Fredericksburg, Virginia, on State
Route 3 in Stafford County, Ferry Farm
was George Washington’s home from
age six until he reached young
manhood. Open daily February 19th
thru December, except for Thanksgiving
Day and December 24, 25, & 26. Call
540-370-0732.
George Washington’s mother was born
in Lancaster County at Epping Forest.
he seeds of American independence first took root in the fertile
soil of Virginia’s Northern Neck.
George Washington, Richard Henry Lee,
Francis Lightfoot Lee and Robert E. Lee,
as well as the nation’s fourth and fifth
presidents, James Madison and James
Monroe, were born here.
Historic Christ
Church was built in
1735 by the efforts
of Robert “King”
Carter, one of the
wealthiest and most
influential citizens
in
colonial
America. Today,
Christ Church is
recognized as the
finest colonial
church in North
America. Virtually
Aerial shot of the
Historic Christ Church
unchanged, its
splendid architecture includes a threelevel pulpit that towers over individually
enclosed, high-backed pews. The
reception center, museum, and gift shop
are open AprilNovember
with guided
tours taking
place from 10
a.m. to 4 p.m.,
Mon.-Sat. and
2 to 5 p.m.,
The Font at Historic
Sunday.
The church
Christ Church
is open year round.
Located at 420 Christ Church Road (Route
646) near Irvington. Call 804-438-6855.
The George Washington Birthplace
National Monument. The mission of the
National Park Service at George
Washington Birthplace is to preserve and
interpret the history and resources
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Historical Sites
The Mary Ball Washington
Museum & Library, located in the
Lancaster Courthouse Historic District,
was named in her honor. Take a tour of
the historic buildings, view exhibits on
the region’s history. The complex
includes the Old Clerk’s Office (circa
1797), the Jail (circa 1820), Lancaster
House (circa 1800) and the
genealogical and historical library is
available for people wishing to trace
their Virginia roots. Museum open
Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.;
Library open Wednesday-Saturday, 10
a.m. - 4 p.m. Located at 8346 Mary Ball
Road in Lancaster. Call 804-462-7280.
Reedville Fishermen’s Museum is
where visitors can learn about the
Northern Neck’s menhaden fishing and
watermen’s heritage. The Walker
House, a restored waterman’s home
(circa 1875), provides a glimpse of
daily life in those early years when in
1867, Elijah Reed, a New England sea
captain, followed schools of menhaden
fish into the Chesapeake Bay and
founded the thriving fishing community
of Reedville on Cockrell’s Creek. The
museum is also the starting point for a
walking tour of Reedville’s Historic
Main Street, where stately Victorian
mansions reflect the town’s golden age
of prosperity. The museum is open daily
10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. from MayOctober, open Saturday-Sunday from
March-April and Friday-Monday from
November to mid December. Call
804-453-6529.
Rice’s Hotel/Hughlett’s Tavern, a
National Historic Landmark (circa
1795) is known as one of the best and
oldest surviving examples of a colonial
courthouse tavern. This tavern has been
Rice’s Hotel/Hughlett’s Tavern
restored and features a restaurant and
gift shop.
Stratford Hall
Stratford Hall Plantation, built by
Thomas Lee (circa 1738) was the
boyhood home of Richard Henry and
Francis Lightfoot Lee, the brothers
who signed the Declaration of
Independence. In 1807, it also became
the birthplace of General Robert E. Lee.
In addition to its history, the
magnificent architecture of Stratford
Hall makes it one of the great
houses in America. Open daily except
Thanksgiving, Christmas and New
Year’s Day from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Located off Route 3. Call 804-493-8030.
One of the many historical sites in
Westmoreland County is the former
“One room school house” the Elba
School. Built around the turn of the 19th
Century, the school provided teaching for
first through sixth grades to as few as six
to twenty-four students in the immediate
vicinity.
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Places to Stay
BED & BREAKFASTS/INNS
Fleeton Fields B & B. Located at Fleeton Point on
the Chesapeake Bay near historic Reedville. Elegant
waterfront property in a parklike setting with
beautiful gardens. Three water view suites furnished
with period antiques, private baths and all modern
amenities. Kayak and canoe available. Children &
pets with prior arrangement. Minutes to Tangier or
Smith Island cruises.
www.fleetonfields.com
2783 Fleeton Road
Reedville . . . . . . . . 800-497-8215 or 804-453-5014
Greenwood B&B. Georgian-style home built in
1882 furnished with antiques. Country Breakfast
Served. In Warsaw, take Hwy 360 east. Turn right on
SR 1021. First home on right. 99 Maple Street
Warsaw. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 804-333-4353
The Gables Victorian Mansion B&B. Historic
Schooner’s Mast in ballroom. Boat slips, antiques,
gourmet breakfast, Luxury waterside suites.
Coffee/ice cream parlor.
www.thegablesbb.com.
email: [email protected]
Reedville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 804-453-5209
HOTELS/MOTELS
General’s Ridge Vineyard-Vineyard Views.
Spend a day or a week in the new 2 BR/2 BA
elevated home. Sit on the deck and enjoy the peace
of a quiet night where you can actually see the stars
or take a simple stroll through the secluded
vineyard.
www.generalsridgevineyard.com
Hague Area . . . . . . . . . . . . 703-313-9742 (M-Th.)
804-493-0226 (F-Sun.)
(see ad page 13)
The Jett House. Overnite and extended
accommodations. Sleeps 10, huge, fully stocked
kitchen, 1 & 1/2 baths, fireplace, florida room, deck.
Located next to Jett’s Hardware & Jett’s Marine in
historic Reedville, Va. Call for more information &
availability. Visit www.vacationhomerentals.com to
view property & furnishings.
Reedville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 804-453-4201
Ingram Bay Marina. NEW! Cottages. View the
Chesapeake Bay from your porch. Beach,
Horseshoes,Volleyball and more…Free Canoe and
Bicycle rentals. Vacation packages available plus
Fishing Charters, Cruises, Boat Rentals
www.ingrambaymarina.com
Wicomico Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 804-580-7292
(see ad page 25)
Holiday Inn Express. 68 rooms and luxury suites,
swimming pool, continental breakfast, in-room
coffee. Special golf & fishing packages.
(800) 844-0124-Group sales. 599 North Main Street.
Kilmarnock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 804-436-1500
(see ad page 2)
Watermen’s Cove Rentals. On Cockrell’s Creek
near the historic fishing village of Reedville in
Virginia’s Northern Neck, Watermen’s Cove offers
fishing, boating, kayaking, crabbing, golf, cycling,
etc. Day cruises to Tangier and Smith Island leave
daily in season from local docks. Fresh seafood
abounds at nearby restaurants. Fully equipped;
VACATION RENTALS
General’s Ridge Vineyard-Manor House. Step back dock (4' MLW) and pool privileges included.
in time to live special moments in this 3 BR/2 BA Sleeps up to 16 in 6 bedrooms. See all features at
home with several sitting rooms and porches to enjoy www.vrbo.com/334113 or call. . . . . 757-618-7618
a cup of coffee as the sun rises or sip a glass of wine
Vacation Waterfront Rental Farmhouse cottage,
as the sun sets on the vines that produce it.
3 BR, 2 BA, screened porch, heated pool,
www.generalsridgevineyard.com
sail/power dockage and more. $890 per week.
Hague Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . 703-313-9742 (M-Th.)
Discount for bi-wk/month. Limit 8 people.
804-493-0226 (F-Sun.) Yeocomico River.
(see ad page 13)
[email protected]
Callao . . . . . . . . . 800-529-5071 or 804-529-6868
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