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Welcome to Middlesex County, established in 1673, located off the Chesapeake Bay with the beautiful Rappahannock River, pristine Piankatank River (the cleanest river in the state), plus absolutely stunning, wide, deep creeks. Middlesex is a little over 200 square miles with 80 square miles of waterfront and quaint waterfront towns including Urbanna, Deltaville, and Saluda. Only an 1+ hours to Richmond/Newport News/Williamsburg and 2+ hours to Northern Virginia/Charlottesville.
Urbanna is the largest town in Middlesex and home to the Oyster Festival. For over 50 years, the town has hosted the Oyster Festival on the first weekend in November. Local and visitors alike come to the small town to sample the seafood, enjoy music, and see the crafts offered by local vendors. Urbanna is a “golf cart friendly” community with shops, restaurants, community pool and much more.
Deltaville, while not the largest town, is very well known for its deep anchorage, multiple marinas and amazing waterways and views. It was originally known as “Sandy Bottom” but renamed in 1909. In 2012 Deltaville was named ‘the Boating Capital of the Chesapeake Bay.’ Approximately 500-800 people live here full time and thousands in the summer. Full of shops, restaurants, and waterfront fun, Deltaville is truly a charming town.
With many deep ports off the rivers and bays, Middlesex is well known for its local crabs, oysters, fish, and more. Many locals are watermen who know the waterways better than anyone, and they have some great stories to tell. With so much beauty and serenity, Middlesex County is sure to warm your heart.
Looking for great things to do while here? Visit Virginia’s River Realm and learn more on shops, dining and upcoming events.
Areas in Middlesex: Urbanna, Deltaville, Saluda, Hartfield, Locust Hill, Stingray Point, Wake, Topping, Syringa, Waterview, Jamaica, Church View, Christchurch, Hardyville
Bodies of Water: Chesapeake Bay, Fishing Bay, Rappahannock River, Piankatank River, Urbanna Creek, Robinson Creek, Broad Creek, Jackson Creek, Wilton Creek, Moore Creek, Healy Creek, Hunton Creek, Bush Park Creek, Meachim Creek, LaGrange Creek
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Pintail Trail Lot
$55,000
Rappahannock River, Middlesex | Water Access, Land McKann Payne, Agent
Pintail Trail Lot, is a beautiful wooded 3 acre lot in the Bay Sands subdivision. Access to community sand beach on the Rappahannock River, day dock, and picnic area.
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Starfish Creek Cottage
$425,000
Sturgeon Creek, Middlesex | Waterfront Neena Rodgers & Sandra Lent, Agents
Starfish Creek Cottage is a delightful waterfront home, with a pier having a boat lift and an eating area. Wonderfully designed outdoor living space with slate patio, grilling deck, beautiful sunsets and of course water views!
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Sunset Vista
$758,000
Piankatank River, Middlesex | Waterfront Sandra Lent, Agent
Sunset Vista has wide water views & incredible sunsets on the Piankatank River. Open floor plan, 2 fireplaces, huge kitchen, three bedrooms, three baths, & guest retreat. Located in Mariners Woods with community boat ramp.
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Cox Landing Cottage
$275,000
Meachim Creek, Middlesex | Waterfront Debbie Shortt, Agent
Cox Landing Cottage ideal for weekend or year-round living! Double boat house on Meachim Creek, views to Rappahannock River. Waterside sunroom, attached garage/workshop, 3 storage sheds.
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General Puller Highway Lot
$175,000
Middlesex | Land Neena Rodgers & McKann Payne, Agents
General Puller Highway Lot is in a Prime commercial location! Six acres with approximately great road frontage Not currently zoned as commercial property, would be an easy zoning change on this high traffic corner!
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Plum Drive Cape Cod
$209,995
Middlesex | Water Access Hunter Law, Agent
Plum Drive Cape Cod is a brand new home, recently completed and move-in ready! Great features including shake-look vinyl siding, granite counters, and hardwood floors. Piankatank River access with community beach, boat ramp, picnic area and playground!
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Eubank Landing
$565,000
Rappahannock River, Middlesex | Waterfront Andrea Holt, Agent
Eubank Landing is the rivah' home you've been looking for! Meachim Creek/Rappahannock River frontage, 4-5' MLW pier, boat house, screened gazebo. Recently renovated home, 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, remodeled kitchen, hardwood floors, screened porch.
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Harbor House
$595,000
Jackson Creek, Middlesex | Water Access Neena Rodgers & McKann Payne, Agents
Harbor House is a pristine 3300 sq. ft. home on Jackson Creek, open floor plan, perfect for entertaining, 5 bedrooms, 5 1/2 baths, 2 gas fireplaces, 4 porches, office, detached garage with unfinished space above.