This area of the Northern Neck is a watermens dream! Fishing is a staple in Northumberland Co. Dotted with public and private piers, pursuing your catch - is readily accessible. The Atlantic menhaden (a small, abundant, and oily fish) fishing and processing industry has brought significant wealth to the area. Home to the Reedville Fishing Museum, one can learn of this local heritage. Charter fishing, first-class river trips and water sport rentals are popular tourist attractions.

For the Landlubber, the area has much to offer. Quaint B&Bs, antique shops, and wineries. The sandy soils and favorable climates are conducive for growing grapes. Hiking and equestrian trails are prevalent. For the cyclist, experience the Northern Neck Heritage Trail Bicycling Route which provides 4 relatively easy trails. The Northern Neck Birding Trail hosts 21 sites where bird watchers can view a variety of interior and coastal birds.

Northumberland is the ancestor to 95 present-day counties in VA and other states. For hundreds of years, Northumberland remained a county largely isolated from the rest of the state due to the lack of a road network. In 1927, the Downing Bridge connected Essex County to the Northern Neck, and with this access to the west, growth began in the area.

For more information on this and other Residential Land For Sale in Northumberland County VA, contact Brian Saunders at (757) 876-9182.