Head to Virginia’s Eastern Shore and you can expect plenty of unique towns and villages. From the remote island of Tangier to the natural splendor of Chincoteague, places to explore virtually never run out. Just on the other side of the Bay is the equally scenic Northern Neck. While you’re visiting this special corner of our state, be sure to add the town of Reedville, Virginia to your itinerary. Not only is this fishing village beautiful, but it also has a remarkable history still evident in its unique architecture. It’s truly one of the best-hidden gems in Virginia.

Located in Northumberland County between the Potomac and Rappahannock Rivers is the tiny town of Reedville, Virginia.
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The town's claim to fame is the abundance of Atlantic menhaden in the area. This small, oily fish brought the town major prosperity in the late 1800s.
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Elijah W. Reed, for whom the town is named, discovered this fishing potential and allowed the town of 500 to become one of the wealthiest in the United States.
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Evidence of Reedville's prosperity can be seen along Millionaire's Row, a stretch of Victorian mansions located along Main Street.
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Visiting Reedville today, folks can meander along this scenic stretch of homes and even stay at The Gables, a Bed & Breakfast located inside of a historic mansion.
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The Gables is located at 859 Main St, P.O. Box 319, Reedville, VA 22539.
While you're in town, be sure to stop by Tommy's for an authentic seafood meal.
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It's one of the few restaurants in Reedville and offers a fine selection of Eastern Shore fare.
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And, of course, it's hard to imagine a more beautiful town for a waterfront sunset.
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For dessert, there's nothing sweeter than a cone of homemade ice cream from Chitter Chats, located just across the street from Tommy's.
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The homemade peach ice cream alone is worth the wait!
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So whether you're stopping by Reedville for a leisurely afternoon or happen to be there for a weekend getaway, your time in this unique fishing community will not soon be forgotten.
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