Onancock, Virginia
Population: 1,525
Located in Accomack County
Onancock is situated in the heart of the Mid-Atlantic flyway on the Eastern Shore of Virginia (a birdwatcher's paradise) where life is serene, the atmosphere is pleasurable. Boaters and landlovers, alike, enjoy the historic waterfront community of Onancock with its deep water port and easy access to the Chesapeake Bay. The Town of Onancock is unique in its location as Onancock is encompassed by the curving, protecting arms of a deep water creek on the Chesapeake Bay. Activities around Onancock include sailing, kayaking, fishing, crabbing, skiing, arrowheading, and a variety of other water sports. History abounds in Onancock. In Onancock on any given day, friendly smiles abound as Onancock residents and visitors, alike, leisurely stroll through this quaint historic waterfront community. Residents enjoy their daily walks and visitors learning of the history of Onancock and its Chesapeake Bay heritage Onancock Wharf & Marina Boating Facilities available to Chesapeake Bay Sailing Vessels and Chesapeake Bay Power Boats. While meandering into Onancock Creek, enjoy beautiful Onancock area historic homes along the shoreline and Chesapeake Bay wildlife. Onancock Creek is a birdwatchers delight and provides a haven for boaters being caught in storms that pop up on the Chesapeake Bay. Chesapeake Bay boaters enjoy staying over in Onancock, sometimes visiting for several days, due to easy access to Onancock Bed and Breakfasts, Onancock Restaurants and local shops including Eastern Shore of Virginia Antiques and Collectibles. Many Chesapeake Bay Yacht Clubs plan annual cruises to Onancock and have, on occasion, participated in Onancock local festivals and events. One day, you may be boating on the Chesapeake Bay, the next it could be fishing off the Eastern Shore of Virginia on the Atlantic Ocean. Its strolling through tree-lined streets of historic Onancock Virginia ending at Onancock Creek, its biking around the Eastern Shore, or kayaking in and around the many creeks on the Chesapeake Bay or around the barrier islands off the Eastern Shore of Virginia. There are events and festivals enjoyed by all ages and special times during the holidays on the Shore. Many Eastern Shore of Virginia towns and villages have historic home tours, Christmas Concerts, special community theater performances, receptions, luminaries, parades, and more. Homes will come as a pleasant surprise to those moving into the area! Historic homes can sell for as little as $200,000. Depending on size and location there are plenty of homes to choose from, Cape Cods, traditional farm houses and newer ranches. In Onancock, the general consensus is, "It's a wonderful way of life", and this is borne out by the wonderful homes, great location and the abundance of water activities. Come and fall in love with Onancock! Find homes for sale in Onancock Virginia
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