A Unique Blend Of Uptown And Down-Home.

The Northern Neck is fast becoming one of the East's more sought-after retirement destinations. The beauty and cultural growth of the area is now attracting people from all over the country. In Irvington, you'll discover a perfect blend of scenery, shopping, dining, the arts, history, golf courses and water combined with easy accessibility to some of the East Coast's major cities. Whether you are a history buff, a boater, a golfer, a hiker, or someone who appreciates new experiences and sites, you'll find it all right here in Virginia's Northern Neck. With 1,200 miles of shoreline and 6,500 acres of natural areas and history, our location places some of the most enchanting scenery found anywhere in the East just a short drive from the community. Bordered by the Chesapeake Bay, Rappahannock and Potomac Rivers, each city, town or village in the Northern Neck has a tale to share with you, from its shops and restaurants to its museums and historic sites. In the heart of it all, you'll find Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury. For a taste of all the area offers, click on the links below.

Helpful Links To The Northern Neck

ww.northernneck.org - The Northern Neck Tourism Council - shopping, restaurants, events

www.northernneck.com - Places of interest

www.connectnetwork.org/rappahannock/index.php - Connect Rappahannock

www.eaglesnest.com - More places to visit in the area

www.NNHT.com - Sixteen historic museum tours

www.the-tides.com - Golf

www.quintonoaks.com - More golf

www.baytrails.com - Guided kayak tours, rentals and instruction

www.mattaponi.com - Natural history tours and canoe rentals

www.state.va.us/dcr/parks/westmore.htm - Westmoreland State Park

www.state.va.us/dcr/parks/caledon.htm - Caledon Natural Area

www.state.va.us/dcr/parks/belleisle.htm - Belle Isle State Park

www.bayfish.net - Fishing charters

www.northernneckaudubon.org - The Northern Neck Audubon Society

www.northernneckwinetrail.com -Wineries open to visitors in the Northern Neck

For more information e-mail us at marketing@rw-c.org or
call 800-792-1444 or 804-438-4000.