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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
New
Coastal Elegance on the Rappahannock
$1,497,000
Rappahannock River, Middlesex | Waterfront Neena Rodgers & Amy Jo Southard, Agents
Coastal Elegance on the Rappahannock is sited on 6 pristine waterfront acres with expansive wide views and a sandy shoreline. Enjoy the river life with lovely waterfront views on the Rappahannock River, 8000 lb.boat lift, riprap shoreline, deck, 250' dock with 12' x 20' platform and 3-4' MLW. First offering of this brand new home finished in 2017.
New
Old Camp Lane Residence
$400,000
Sturgeon Creek, Middlesex | Waterfront Hunter Law, Agent
Old Camp Lane Residence is a private waterfront home on Sturgeon Creek situated on a 1.85 acre lot. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 1728 sq. ft. home.
New
Riverside Drive Lot
$185,000
Rappahannock River, Middlesex | Waterfront, Land Hunter Law, Agent
Riverside Drive Lot is a 1/3 acre waterfront lot in Deltaville on the Rappahannock River with views to Chesapeake Bay with a sandy shoreline!
Pending
Lynns Lane Residence
$279,900
Middlesex | Inland Hunter Law, Agent
Lynns Lane Residence is an attractive Cape Cod on 5 private acres with 2-stall stable and fenced area. Spacious home has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, plus additional rooms upstairs that could be bedrooms, office, etc.
New
Rappahannock Coastal Cottage
$539,000
Rappahannock River, Middlesex | Waterfront Neena Rodgers & Deb Rowzee, Agents
Rappahannock Coastal Cottage is the quintessential river cottage with enormous River views, 5 bedrooms, and wrap-around porch. Located in Deltaville with new roof and siding.
New
Creekshore Drive Cottage
$250,000
Sturgeon Creek, Middlesex | Waterfront Amy Southard, Agent
Creekshore Drive Cottage is a beautifully upgraded cottage on Creekshore Drive includes an additional lot with 120' of waterfront on Sturgeon Creek. No flood zone!
New
Serenity
$917,000
Rappahannock River, Middlesex | Waterfront Neena Rodgers, Agent
Serenity is located in a lovely, private area with mature landscaping and aggregate driveway, a must-see for waterfront buyers looking for a quality home! BIG views and sand beach with plenty of room for a waterside pool.
Sold
West Avenue Cottage
$229,900
Middlesex | Inland Hunter Law, Agent
West Avenue Cottage is located in the heart of Urbanna, this recently updated home has three bedrooms including a first floor master suite, two baths, high-end kitchen appliances, new dual-zone heat pump, and large rear deck.