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Lancaster County, founded in 1651, has 231 square miles, with 98 square miles of waterfront. The population is approximately 11,000 people. Lancaster County has fabulous small waterfront towns. Irvington’s population is about 670 people and is home to Carters Creek and the Tides Inn. Kilmarnock has a population of around 1,200 people and has great waterways, shops and is known as the Steptoe District with a Scottish flare. White Stone offer a variety of shopping and dining and has the Robert O. Norris bridge as the gateway to the lower Northern Neck.
There are many beautiful waterways in Lancaster County off the Chesapeake Bay, including Fleets Bay, the Rappahannock River and the Eastern and Western branches of the Corrotoman River. You will find deep anchorage with protected water and wide views on Indian Creek, Dymer Creek, Tabbs Creek, Antipoison Creek, Carters Creek, and many more.
The area is known for its shops, local seafood, restaurants, and plenty of activities for daytime and evening. Lancaster has a rich history, and its well-known residents included Mary Ball Washington, mother of George Washington. Great location, 1+hours to Richmond/Williamsburg/Newport News and 2+ hours to VA Beach/Northern Virginia/Charlottesville.
A great source of information can be found on Virginia’s River Realm. Make sure to join their newsletter to find out more events as they come around.
Areas in Lancaster: White Stone, Irvington, Kilmarnock, Upper Lancaster, Weems, Lively, Morattico, Ottoman, Merry Point
Bodies of Water: Chesapeake Bay, Fleets Bay, Rappahannock River, Eastern & Western Branch of the Corrotoman River, Indian Creek, Dymer Creek, Carters Creek, Tabbs Creek, Antipoison Creek
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Heritage Point Lot 170
$11,990
Senior Creek, Lancaster | Water Access Diana Wolfson, Agent
Heritage Point Lot 170 gives you access to all the neighborhood amenities. Build your home on this 1.15 acre lot and enjoy the beach, pool, clubhouse, tennis courts, boat ramp, and deep water dock off Senior Creek. Priced below assessment!
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Browns Lane Lot
$80,000
Corrotoman River, Lancaster | Waterfront Andrea Holt, Agent
Brown Lane Lots are a great deal with 2 lots appraising at over $200,000 listed now for $80,000! Total of 5 acres, beautifully wooded and level with waterfront overlooking Davis Creek just off the Corrotoman River.
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Corrotoman by the Bay Lots
$12,000
Corrotoman River, Lancaster | Water Access, Land Hunter Law, Agent
Corrotoman by the Bay Lots are two adjoining lots consisting of .75 acre. The property is conveniently located near the community pool and tennis courts in the Corrotoman by the Bay subdivision in Lancaster.
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Laurel Point Residence
$559,000
Browns Creek, Lancaster | Waterfront Ava Lewis, Agent
Laurel Point Residence is located In a sought-after community just outside of Kilmarnock. Well maintained home, spacious room with a nice flow for daily living as well as entertaining. Tranquil setting on sheltered Browns Creek off the Corrotoman River with 3-4' MLW pier.
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Bermuda Road Waterfront Lot
$200,000
White House Creek, Lancaster | Waterfront, Land Bobby Wheeler, Agent
Bermuda Road Waterfront Lot located in White House Estates in Lancaster includes 100' on White House Creek, 4.5 acres and has a four bedroom septic letter on file. The lot is situated in a tranquil area with abundant wildlife.
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Eagles Trace Escape
$995,000
Corrotoman River, Lancaster | Waterfront David & Katie Horsley Dew, Agents
Eagles Trace Escape, gorgeous wide views on the Corrotoman River with 9' MLW at pier. High-end residence with 4 bedrooms, main floor living and attached 4 car garage.
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White House Creek Farmhouse
$399,900
White House Creek, Lancaster | Waterfront Andrea Holt, Agent
White House Creek Farmhouse is a private waterfront peninsula with almost 1000' off the Corrotoman River, with 5-6' MLW pier and boat ramp. Charming 1920 farmhouse with renovated kitchen and baths, new flooring in several rooms, and new HVAC.
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Pine Place Lot
$11,000
Corrotoman River, Lancaster | Water Access, Land Bobby Wheeler, Agent
Pine Place Lot is a very nice 1.25 acre lot on the outskirts of the much sought-after Corrotoman by the Bay subdivision in Lancaster. This is a very private lot & bordered by farmland