A bit of American history


Virginia's Northern Neck: Land of Pleasant Living

Virginia's Northern Neck, the northernmost ofdestroyed by a fire during the American
three peninsulas extending into ChesapeakeRevolution, and a memorial house was
Bay, is located between two rivers. To theconstructed in the 1930s on the now 550 acre
north runs the peaceful Potomac river, withnational park. Here, costumed interpreters
the historic Rappahannock running along therecreate 18th century life on the plantation.
southern border and spilling into theStratford Hall Plantation, Robert E. Lee's
Chesapeake Bay. For people looking to getbirthplace, is managed to this day as a
away from big city life, Virginia's Northernworking farm and includes a functioning mill.
Neck provides a sanctuary of tranquility.These two historic venues are among the 16
There is less than one person living in themuseums on the peninsula open to the public
Northern Neck for every 10 acres of land,for  tours.
with only a dozen traffic lights on the
entire peninsula. For these reasons, manyRecreational  Attractions
people find Northern Neck real estate, with
an abundance of waterfront homes for sale,The Northern Neck is prized for its vast
extremely  enticing.array of outdoor activities. With hundreds of
rivers, streams, creeks, coves, and saltwater
Commonly known as "the land of pleasantmarshes, water plays a vital role in these
living", the stunning area has rich history,activities. Boaters, and recreational and
many natural attractions, as well as ancompetitive fishermen come to the Northern
abundance of recreational activitiesNeck to experience the 1,100 miles of
including boating, fishing, horseback riding,shoreline.
golf, and is a highly prized area for
bird-watchers.With 21 Virginia Birding and Wildlife Trail
sites, the Northern Neck is also a prime
Virginia's Northern Neck is considered bylocation for birding. 6,500 preserved acres
many to be one of the most peaceful places inprovide an unspoiled habitat for over 250
the area, due to its historic villages, ruraldistinct species of birds. Depending on the
charm, and timeless appeal. Georgeseason, you can see a plethora of songbirds,
Washington, who was born and lived in thewaterfowl, wading birds, as well as a variety
Northern Neck, once called it the "Garden ofof magnificent butterflies. Also, Celadon
Virginia."Natural Area, spanning 2,500 acres along the
Potomac River, boasts one of the largest
The  History  of  the  Northern  Neckconcentrations of the American Bald Eagle on
the  East  Coast.
Virginia's Northern Neck was discovered by
John Smith, who described it as "a placeGolfers can choose between the celebrated
heaven and earth agreed better to frame man'sGolden Eagle Golf Club and the
habitation." It was the birthplace of Unitedplayer-friendly Quinton Oaks Golf Course, and
States presidents George Washington, Jamesend with a meal at either of their
Madison, James Monroe, and U.S. Civil Warclubhouses.
General  Robert  E.  Lee.
Bikers can enjoy one of four Biking Heritage
Prior to European colonization, NativeTours of the Northern Neck, while hikers can
Americans had inhabited the Northern Neck forpartake in an eco-tour of the 733-acre Belle
at least 10,000 years. Native AmericanIsle State Park or the 6,000-acre
villages thrived on the peninsula's extensiveRappahannock River Valley National Wildlife
river and stream network. Rivers such as theRefuge.
Wicomico, Coan, and Nomini are named for the
tribes  who  settled  upon  their  shores.If you are fed up with big city traffic,
noise, and over development, then it is easy
The peninsula is home to an exorbitant amountto see why Virginia's Northern Neck is an
of historical sites, such as Popes Creekideal place to get back to roots, breath in
Plantation- the birthplace of the firstthe fresh, clean air, and let it all roll off
President of the United States, Georgeyour shoulders.
Washington. Washington's actual house was



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