Elaine VonCannon, ABR, SRES, REALTOR, Notary Public, Team Manager
Cruising the Chesapeake Bay in Virginia from the Peninsula where Gloucester begins northward to Mathews, Gwynn's Island, Deltaville, Urbanna and Kilmarnock is scenic and filled with solitude. Enjoy the peaceful marshes, quiet rural and plantation lifestyles along the shoreline, and abundant wildlife and natural surroundings. The mouth of Mobjack Bay is about 4 miles wide and and the bay spans 7 miles. The bay has four main tributaries: the East, North, Ware and Severn Rivers. Above Mobjack Bay is Horn Harbor, where New Point Comfort Lighthouse has been lighting the mariner's way into this tranquil part of the Chesapeake Bay since 1804. There are only a few marinas along the way, but you'll find many sprinkled along the tidal inlets and creeks that populate this part of the bay.
Fishing Bay Yacht Club, Deltaville, Virginia - http://www.fbyc.net
This Yacht club has waterfront property on both Fishing Bay and Jackson Creek. It's close to the site of the Urbanna Oyster Festival, which happens annually. The boat launch allows access for visiting trailered yachts. A brand new, elegant two-story clubhouse is a meeting place during boat races. Stove Point, Deltaville, Virginia. Phone: (804) 776-9636.
Mathews Yacht Club, Mathews Virginia - http://www.mathewsyachtclub.com
No transient slips are available at this marina, because it is a private club. Boaters are welcome to stop by and purchase gas. This exclusive club has a small waiting list for membership. Inquire with the Mathews Yacht Club for more information on obtaining a membership. Phone: (804) 725-3165.
Mobjack Bay Marina, North Virginia, Virginia
This marina offers about 5 transient slips for boaters on a Chesapeake Bay journey. Gas and diesel fuel, as well as basic provisions from the Ship's Store can be obtained here. Amenities include restrooms and hot showers, as well as a picnic area. Bicycles are available for use. A boat launch and a travel lift are available at Mobjack Bay Marina, and they repair boats. 450 Marina Road, North Virginia. Phone: (804) 725-7245.
Norton's Marina, Deltaville, Virginia - http://www.nortonyachts.com/
This marina on Broad Creek in Deltaville offers quite a few amenities for the Boater. Over 60 covered slips are available for the weary traveler. Gas, diesel and ice can be purchased here, and towing and docking services are available. Broad Creek, Deltaville, Virginia. Phone: (804) 776-9211.
Chesapeake Boat Basin, Kilmarnock, Virginia
This 50 year-old marina is a well-established favorite for Chesapeake Bay area boaters. Stop here for fuel, pump out sewage, visit the ship's store to stock up on supplies, or make repairs. Chesapeake Boat Basin is on Indian Creek and the Chesapeake Bay. 1686 Waverly Avenue, Kilmarnock, VA. Phone: 804-435-3110 or 877-482-4287.
Queens Creek Marina, Mathews County, Virginia
Queens Creek Marina accommodates sailboats and fuel powered boats with special slips for each. This quiet marina is well kept and has a clean bathhouse and a picnic area that is covered. For the fisherman anxious to eat a fresh catch, the fish cleaning station comes in handy. Boats on trailers can be stored Queen's Creek Marina and it is only two miles to the Gwynn's Island boat ramp. This well protected waterway also allows for easy access to the Chesapeake Bay and the Piankatank River. Cell phone access available here. Call 804-730-5818 or 725-2395 or email qcmarina@aol.com.
Regent Point Marina, Topping, Virginia
This marina caters to only sailboats. Explore Topping Virginia by bicycle or small craft by renting a bike or canoes or kayaks. A family friendly picnic area and playground is a nice feature. The boatyard provides hauling and boat repair facilities. Boaters on the Chesapeake Bay will find Regent Point Marina in Toppping, Virginia a safe harbor during storms. The marina is located on Locklies Creek which feeds into the Rappahannock River, near Urbanna, Virginia. 317 Regent Point Drive, Topping, Virginia. Phone: 804-758-4478.
If you are searching high and low for a waterfront estate, property with waterfront, country estate, or plantation on a waterway, this area of Virginia is prime. I'm a local Realtor who grew up in Tidewater Virginia and I'm familiar with the terrain and the waterways as well as the colonial history of the area, when the population relied on waterways for travel and trade. Please call me at 757-288-4685 if I can be of assistance in locating a waterfront property. Or e-mail me at vonmor1@cox.net if you want me to assist in a search for a waterfront estate or waterfront property in the Northern Neck counties of Virginia, in the heart of Chesapeake Bay country.
To view listings of waterfront properties in VA, visit http://www.voncannonrealestate.com or http://www.estatesinvirginia.com or email: voncannonrealestate@cox.net.
Friday, March 11, 2011
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Wineries in Virginia: Near Williamsburg, Northern Neck, and Chesapeake Bay Country
Elaine VonCannon, ABR, SRES, REALTOR, Notary Public, Team Manager
In Colonial Virginia, wine was a staple. The House of Burgesses, passed an Acte governing vineyards in 1619. The Twelfth Acte stated that each settler was obligated to plant at least 10 vines for the purpose of making wine on his land. The colonial settlers could not transport all of the wine and provisions they needed so they began to establish vineyards to supply the colony. The Colonial tradition of having an estate with a vineyard was widely practiced in Virginia during Colonial times. Even to this day, Virginia has well established and new vineyards, from the mountains to the sea. This article will focus on wineries in Southeastern Virginia, home to vast numbers of colonial estates, waterfront estates, plantations, country estates --- and, high quality vineyards often planted with grapes from the old world.
Athena Vineyards , 804-580-4944
http://www.atheanavineyards.com
With a grand opening scheduled for Memorial Day 2006, the three friends who began in the health care profession and opened a vineyard because they were inspired by the healthful qualities of wine will present their first vintages to the world. Athena Vineyards are located in Northumberland County. This new vineyard also hails as the first commercial vineyard in Northumberland County. With an assortment of Wiccomico Whites and some Cabernets and other varieties, Athena Vineyards has plenty of wine offerings to open its first season.
Belle Mount Vineyards, 800-335-5564
http://www.bellemount.com
Belle Mount Vineyards is in Virginia's Northern Neck, in the town of Warsaw. The parcel of land where the vineyards are located is within sight of the Rappahannock River, which feeds into the Chesapeake Bay. Belle Mount offers handcrafted wines and a unique, original selection of Chardonnay, Merlot, and Cab Franc grapes. This Northern Neck vineyard also grows the Norton grape, discovered in Richmond, Virginia. Wine tastings and tours of the vineyard and winery are free.
Bloxom Winery, Bloxom, Virginia , (757) 655-5670
http://www.virginiawines.org/wineries/bloxom.html
Take the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel from Williamsburg/Norfolk/Virginia Beach north to the Eastern Shore of Virginia. Visit old world traditions when you visit the Bloxom Winery. This 35 acre Victorian farm has six acres of wine including Chardonnay, Merlot and Cabernet. Bloxom Winery is only open from June through September from 1-6 p.m. The chocolate enthusiast can indulge in the combination of free wine tasting and chocolate confections.
Hummel Winery, Montross, Virginia , (804) 493-1544
Hummel Vineyards is tucked away near Westmoreland, in the Northern Neck of Chesapeake Bay Country. The sea air and surroundings are evocative of a country estate, with open wood beams in the traditional style sampling room. Tastings are $5 at Hummel Winery. Sandwiches and light gourmet food are also available to complement the wine.
Ingleside Vineyards, Oak Grove, Virginia, (804) 224-8687
http://www.ipwine.com
At the intersection of the Potomac and Rappahannock Rivers, Virginia's Northern Neck is rich in history and classic and contemporary wines. Ingleside Vineyard's is part of the 3,000 acre Flemer estate. Planted in the fertile river land between the Potomac and Rappahnnock, 70 acres of grapes grow to their luscious fullness in a stable climate. The Vineyard has been producing wines with awards since 1980, and is run by Charles H. Flemer's great-great grandson. Basic tastings with a souvenir glass are $2.50 and Black Label tastings are $6.00.
Oak Crest Vineyard, King George, Virginia , 540-663-2813
http://www.oakcrestwinery.com/
There are approximately 100 vineyards in Virginia, and each has its own unique approach. Oak Crest Vineyard is founded by a family that has been handcrafting wines since the 1960s. The Conrad Brandts opened the Winery in 2002, but it seems years have gone into the making of these grape connoisseurs. Known for their Bordeaux reds and Rhine style whites, this winery seems to have a healthy offering of Cabernets and Merlots and has just added some sweet blush wines to the menu. The tasting room is a traditional post and beam room. Tastings and tours are free. The winery is only open April 1 - Decmeber 23rd.
White Fences Vineyard and Winery, Irvington, Virginia, (804) 438-5559 http://www.northernneckwinetrail.com/whitefences.html
The first White Fences vintages were presented at the Irvington Stomp in September 2005. White Fences is slated to open in the summer of 2006. Self-guided tours of the vineyards are available.
The Williamsburg Winery, Williamsburg, Virginia (757) 229-0999 http://www.williamsburgwinery.com
This Williamsburg favorite has been producing wine since 1988. The Williamsburg Winery is known for its signature vintage, Governor's White, "the best selling wine made in Virginia". Sample some reserve stocks and varietal blends at this winery, too. Dessert wines include Late Harvest Vidal, Blackberry Merlot, and Rasberry Merlot. The Williamsburg Winery is close to downtown Williamsburg, just off Route 199 West towards Jamestown.
For information on properties in the Greater Williamsburg and Southeastern Virginia area, visit http://www.voncannonrealestate.com. Or, to find out about colonial estates, country estates, waterfront estates, farmettes, equestrian estates, estates with vineyards, historic estates and more, visit http://www.virginia-estates.com.
In Colonial Virginia, wine was a staple. The House of Burgesses, passed an Acte governing vineyards in 1619. The Twelfth Acte stated that each settler was obligated to plant at least 10 vines for the purpose of making wine on his land. The colonial settlers could not transport all of the wine and provisions they needed so they began to establish vineyards to supply the colony. The Colonial tradition of having an estate with a vineyard was widely practiced in Virginia during Colonial times. Even to this day, Virginia has well established and new vineyards, from the mountains to the sea. This article will focus on wineries in Southeastern Virginia, home to vast numbers of colonial estates, waterfront estates, plantations, country estates --- and, high quality vineyards often planted with grapes from the old world.
Athena Vineyards , 804-580-4944
http://www.atheanavineyards.com
With a grand opening scheduled for Memorial Day 2006, the three friends who began in the health care profession and opened a vineyard because they were inspired by the healthful qualities of wine will present their first vintages to the world. Athena Vineyards are located in Northumberland County. This new vineyard also hails as the first commercial vineyard in Northumberland County. With an assortment of Wiccomico Whites and some Cabernets and other varieties, Athena Vineyards has plenty of wine offerings to open its first season.
Belle Mount Vineyards, 800-335-5564
http://www.bellemount.com
Belle Mount Vineyards is in Virginia's Northern Neck, in the town of Warsaw. The parcel of land where the vineyards are located is within sight of the Rappahannock River, which feeds into the Chesapeake Bay. Belle Mount offers handcrafted wines and a unique, original selection of Chardonnay, Merlot, and Cab Franc grapes. This Northern Neck vineyard also grows the Norton grape, discovered in Richmond, Virginia. Wine tastings and tours of the vineyard and winery are free.
Bloxom Winery, Bloxom, Virginia , (757) 655-5670
http://www.virginiawines.org/wineries/bloxom.html
Take the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel from Williamsburg/Norfolk/Virginia Beach north to the Eastern Shore of Virginia. Visit old world traditions when you visit the Bloxom Winery. This 35 acre Victorian farm has six acres of wine including Chardonnay, Merlot and Cabernet. Bloxom Winery is only open from June through September from 1-6 p.m. The chocolate enthusiast can indulge in the combination of free wine tasting and chocolate confections.
Hummel Winery, Montross, Virginia , (804) 493-1544
Hummel Vineyards is tucked away near Westmoreland, in the Northern Neck of Chesapeake Bay Country. The sea air and surroundings are evocative of a country estate, with open wood beams in the traditional style sampling room. Tastings are $5 at Hummel Winery. Sandwiches and light gourmet food are also available to complement the wine.
Ingleside Vineyards, Oak Grove, Virginia, (804) 224-8687
http://www.ipwine.com
At the intersection of the Potomac and Rappahannock Rivers, Virginia's Northern Neck is rich in history and classic and contemporary wines. Ingleside Vineyard's is part of the 3,000 acre Flemer estate. Planted in the fertile river land between the Potomac and Rappahnnock, 70 acres of grapes grow to their luscious fullness in a stable climate. The Vineyard has been producing wines with awards since 1980, and is run by Charles H. Flemer's great-great grandson. Basic tastings with a souvenir glass are $2.50 and Black Label tastings are $6.00.
Oak Crest Vineyard, King George, Virginia , 540-663-2813
http://www.oakcrestwinery.com/
There are approximately 100 vineyards in Virginia, and each has its own unique approach. Oak Crest Vineyard is founded by a family that has been handcrafting wines since the 1960s. The Conrad Brandts opened the Winery in 2002, but it seems years have gone into the making of these grape connoisseurs. Known for their Bordeaux reds and Rhine style whites, this winery seems to have a healthy offering of Cabernets and Merlots and has just added some sweet blush wines to the menu. The tasting room is a traditional post and beam room. Tastings and tours are free. The winery is only open April 1 - Decmeber 23rd.
White Fences Vineyard and Winery, Irvington, Virginia, (804) 438-5559 http://www.northernneckwinetrail.com/whitefences.html
The first White Fences vintages were presented at the Irvington Stomp in September 2005. White Fences is slated to open in the summer of 2006. Self-guided tours of the vineyards are available.
The Williamsburg Winery, Williamsburg, Virginia (757) 229-0999 http://www.williamsburgwinery.com
This Williamsburg favorite has been producing wine since 1988. The Williamsburg Winery is known for its signature vintage, Governor's White, "the best selling wine made in Virginia". Sample some reserve stocks and varietal blends at this winery, too. Dessert wines include Late Harvest Vidal, Blackberry Merlot, and Rasberry Merlot. The Williamsburg Winery is close to downtown Williamsburg, just off Route 199 West towards Jamestown.
For information on properties in the Greater Williamsburg and Southeastern Virginia area, visit http://www.voncannonrealestate.com. Or, to find out about colonial estates, country estates, waterfront estates, farmettes, equestrian estates, estates with vineyards, historic estates and more, visit http://www.virginia-estates.com.
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