About Northumberland County, VA

The Northern Neck of VA is well known for great fishing. Reedville was once called the town that fish built due to a number of commercial fishing factories that lined Cockrell's Creek. While all but one factory is gone now, the fishing remains very good.

For novice and experienced fishermen and fisherwomen, there are few fishing experiences that top going out with a professional charter boat captain. The charter boat captains can find some of the best fishing holes around. I don't relish the thought of baiting my own hook and taking my catch off the line. OK, OK, I admit it, I'm far from a fishing expert but, I do like to eat fish if that counts at all!

I like charter fishing because all I have to do is book the trip and show up. I leave the navigation, the baiting, and line detangling to those more competent in such matters. I can relax, enjoy the boat ride and sun, and throw my baited fishing hook over and wait for the "big one". If you take one of the charter boats out of Reedville, it is just a very short ride to the Chesapeake or out to "the jetties" for the Stripers.

This is the time to book your Spring fishing trip before all the good dates fill up. Two excellent charter boats out of the Reedville area are the J-Mar with Capt. Ferrell McLain known as Bayfish Sport Fishing Charters and the Mystic Lady II with Capt. Gene Pittman at Pittman Charters.

The J-Mar is a 42 foot fiberglass, fully equipped charter boat. She has the latest fishing equipment including rods and tackle. The J-Mar has a spacious heated cabin for fall and spring fishing, and a private restroom.

The J-Mar is Coast Guard inspected and approved for 12 passengers.

The pictures of the J-Mar and the fishing catches were taken with permission from the Bayfish web site. To check on available dates, to book a trip, or for more info, please visit the Bayfish website.

A wonderful day of fishing awaits you on the Mystic Lady II with Capt. Gene Pittman out of Reedville, VA. Capt. Pittman offers Chesapeake Bay fishing for Stripers, blues, flounder, trout, and spanish mackerel.

The Mystic Lady II is a 46 ft. fiberglass sport fishing boat with the latest equipment for fishing, safety, and enjoyment. She is Coast Guard inspected and approved for 23 passengers. The Mystic Lady II offers air conditioning and heat, spacious cabin, and a private toilet. Generally a mate is along to assist with baiting your line, helping you bring your catch aboard, and cleaning your fish on the trip back to the dock.

For more information on Pittman Charters, please visit their website. Whichever charter boat you pick, it is important to remember a few key things to make your day great. Rubber soled shoes are necessary to prevent falls on wet or slippery boat decks. Be prepared for the sun's rays even in the spring and bring hats, sunglasses, and sun screen. Another item to bring is a cooler to carry home your fish and an attitude for adventure. Enjoy your day on the water in the Northern Neck of VA.

For other fine charter boats in the Northern Neck area, please visit the Virginia Charter Boat Association website.

For information on Northern Neck of VA waterfront properties or real estate in the Northern Neck of VA, please visit my website.

Call on Yvonne Hurt, "Your Northern Neck Real Estate Specialist", for all your Northern Neck real estate needs. Yvonne Hurt yvonne@NorthernNeckVA.com or 804-456-2144

Yvonne Hurt, CRS, GRI, ABR, SHS Long&Foster REALTORS, Bay/River Office White Stone, VA

As an animal lover and horse owner, my clients often ask me who to call on for equine hoof care here in the Northern Neck of VA. A light bulb flashed on last Tuesday as my horse was getting his "new shoes".

BLOG about it.... Meet Joe Cuthbertson, my farrier.

This photo shows Joe Cuthbertson and Melissa Malandrinos as they are preparing to provide hoof care to my horse, Dusty. Joe usually has his traveling companions Spirit and Moose along with him. Spirit is an elderly but feisty, wire haired Jack Russell Terrier and Moose is a golden retriever. Moose is just a youngster and learning the proper ferrier dog etiquette from Spirit. We have been happy to welcome Melissa who is a graduate of the Heartland Horseshoeing School. She has been working with Joe for her practical "hands-on" training.

Joe is a second generation farrier. His father used to provide hoof care for Dusty prior to his retirement a couple years ago. Joe, a graduate of VMI and of horseshoeing school, has been doing a good job of keeping Dusty's feet happy and healthy over the last few years.

He arrives like clockwork at his appointed time every six weeks to remove the old horse shoes, clean and trim back any extra unwanted hoof growth, and set the new shoes.

Dusty especially likes Joe's visits since he arrives with horse treats. He gets excited when he sees the truck that is outfitted just for farrier services because he knows he will get new shoes, lots of petting, and sweet licorice flavored treats...mmm

So, if you need horse shoes, give Joe a call at 804-436-6041.

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Yvonne Hurt, REALTOR, GRI, ABR, CRS 804-456-2144 or email me at Yvonne@NorthernNeckVA.com Visit me on the web.

Long and Foster REALTORS, White Stone, VA 22578

Daddy-O's is one of those places like on the TV show, Cheers, where everybody knows your name...

Daddy-O's just opened about 6 months ago and has become a wonderful addition to the area. It is located in Burgess, VA right on Rt. 360 near the stop light.

It is open most days for lunch and dinner and offers a casual and friendly atmosphere. The decor is retro with photos of James Dean, Elvis, and the like gracing the walls.

Daddy-O's specializes in pizzas and subs. They make their own crust from a closely guarded recipe. My favorite pizza is their Greek pizza although the Margarita pizza looks amazing as well.

But, in addition to great pizzas and calzones, they offer daily lunch specials that include delicious soups, sandwiches, and subs. Their crispy matchstick fries are very popular. If you are in the mood for something lighter, they have awesome fresh salads of all types.

Tommy Crowther, the owner, posing in front of the pizza ovens. The friendly servers are ready for your order. Busy day? Just call your order in and pick it up on the way home . Daddy-O's has a take out service. Call 804-453-4990 or drop by for lunch or dinner Wednesday through Saturday or for an awesome brunch on Sundays. Yeah, have to admit, I'm a fan. Can't help it, I just really like good food.

For all your real estate needs, Call on, Yvonne Hurt, "Your Northern Neck Real Estate Specialist"

804-456-2144 or email: yvonne@NorthernNeckVA.com or visit me on the web.

Yvonne Hurt, ABR, GRI, CRS REALTOR licensed in the Commonwealth of VA Long & Foster REALTORS 387 Chesapeake Drive, White Stone, VA 22578

There was a large crowd at the annual Strawberry Festival in Heathsville, VA, on Sat., May 24, 2008. St. Stephen's Anglican Church hosts this event every year. The Strawberry Festival is held on Saturday of the Memorial Day weekend.

The tiny village of Heathsville nearly bursts at its seams as thousands of people from all around travel from distances up to 200 miles away to shop for arts and crafts, listen to the music, socialize, have lunch, and of course, EAT the famous strawberry shortcake.

I was fortunate enough to be able to attend the event with my husband, his son, daughter-in-law, and grandchildren. While I browsed through hand made jewlery, paintings, and baked goods, my husband spotted a beautiful hand carved heron made by a local artisan, Herb Lewis.

We are now the proud owners of this lovely art piece carved from wood, hand painted and set on a finished base. There is even a little hand carved turtle on on the wood pieces on the base. The grandkids had a wonderful time and were especially pleased to get their faces painted for free.

St. Stephen's Anglican Church in Heathsville, VA will host its annual Christmas Countdown Festival on the Sat. of Labor Day. To find out more about these festivals, click here.

Come explore all the delights that living in a rural, waterfront setting can offer you. Visit the Northern Neck of VA.

For information regarding real estate in the Northern Neck, email me at yvonne@NorthernNeckVA.com or visit my web site for up to date listings.

Yvonne Hurt, "Your Northern Neck of Va Real Estate Specialist"

The Northern Neck of VA is one of a few places that still have the quiet, country charm of yesteryear. We are blessed to be able to experience a more relaxed lifestyle where neighbors have time to chat with each other or share a slice of blueberry pie. This is especially true in Reedville, VA. Not only is Reedville a quaint waterside village; it is a state of mind, a lifestyle.

For such a small community, there is always something going on to enjoy. The Reedville Fishermen's Museum is a stop that you should not miss when you visit Reedville. The museum is full of Reedville's history and the history of the commercial fishing industry that is a large part of our past and present.

You can usually find a crowd at the museum on Friday evenings for Cocktails on Cockrell's Creek. This is a great time to see what's new in the museum and to connect with your friends and neighbors. Of course, it is informal and relaxed....it's a Reedville kind of thing. The RFM sponsors and/or participates in many events and workshops throughout the year. A favorite workshop is the boatbuilding classes and the Oyster Gardening Workshop in September.

There are several nice restaurants in Reedville; Tommy's and the Crazy Crab. Both offer delicious food, great atmosphere, and are waterfront. The Crazy Crab also has a marina so you can arrive by boat if you wish. The Fairport Marina, just outside of the "downtown" Reedville area, offers a full service marina and a restaurant. The beer is cold, the seafood is fresh, and the nautical, casual atmosphere is priceless. Chitterchats is our local ice cream and gossip parlour. The décor is retro, the conversation is lively, and the ice cream is wonderful. Chitterchats reminds me of what an ice cream parlour in Mayberry would have resembled.

There is always a big Independence Day Celebration in Reedville. The parade keeps growing and is anticipated by all. The children decorate their bikes, some people decorate their riding lawnmowers or golf carts for the parade, fire trucks from all around attend, sometimes there are tractors decorated, all types of floats, high school marching band, the American Legion, and much more. The entire day is full starting with a 5K run, vendors, bake sales, museum tours, boat rides, the parade, and then a wonderful fireworks display over the creek at night.

Almost any morning or afternoon you will see the Reedville residents out walking their dogs, bicycling, or jogging. I often stop in to chat with my neighbors while my dog begs for treats and is generally rewarded. It is not unusual for the locals to pull up alongside our dock and call out their greetings or to sound their boat horn as they glide past our home on Cockrell's Creek. Reedville's just that kind of place....a real hometown. Come for a visit, you might make Reedville your home, too.

For real estate information on Reedville and the Northern Neck of VA, be sure to ask for;

Yvonne Hurt, "Your Northern Neck Real Estate Specialist"

804-456-2144 or email: yvonne@NorthernNeckVA.com Visit my web Site