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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
New
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.
New
Waterview Drive Homesite
$274,500
Carters Creek, Lancaster | Waterfront, Land David & Katie Horsley Dew, Agents
Waterview Drive homesite, fabulous water views on Carters Creek, nicely elevated, rip rap shoreline, and 4' MLW at the pier. Come build your dream home in the Northern Neck today!
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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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Heron Cove Lane Residence
$399,900
Tabbs Creek, Lancaster | Waterfront Hunter Law, Agent
Situated on a protected cove off Tabbs Creek, the Heron Cove Lane Residence includes 163' of tranquil waterfront on a lovely 1.16 acre lot. The 1738 square foot home offers an open floor plan with a large living space that flows into the updated kitchen. There are three bedrooms and two full baths, with the master bedroom including an en suite bath. Conveniently located just minutes from Kilmarnock.
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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
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Oak Lane Ranch
$185,000
Lancaster | Inland Ava Lewis, Agent
The Oak Lane Ranch home is located in the well established neighborhood of Forest Hills in North Kilmarnock. Close to shopping, dining and other town conveniences, this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom modular home has 1876 sq. ft. of living space and is situated on close to an acre lot.
New
Indian Creek Ranch
$525,000
Indian Creek, Lancaster | Waterfront David & Katie Horsley Dew, Agents
Indian Creek Ranch is a wonderfully updated 3 bedroom brick home with an open floor plan! Fabulous boating with 4-5' MLW on a protected cove on Indian Creek just off the Chesapeake Bay.