Neighborhoods in Northampton County, VA

Well-immersed within the Eastern Shore’s vast stretches of woods, waterways and farms, Machipongo surrounds its residents with opportunities for outdoor recreation. Machipongo’s original inhabitants gave it a name meaning “much dirt," referencing its juxtaposition of rolling fields with winding creeks and the shores of the Chesapeake Bay. This

Birdsnest is a small community in the wooded interior of Virginia’s Eastern Shore. “It doesn’t have much of a downtown to speak of. It’s an old town,” says Eastern Shore native Shaun Sterling, a Realtor with Long & Foster Real Estate. “There’s a lot of different pieces of that legacy, from people who’ve lived there multigenerationally to people

Cape Charles, VA, is a charming resort town on the Chesapeake Bay. It features historic architecture, beaches, and preserved natural areas. Local eateries serve fresh seafood. The town offers a mix of vintage and modern homes.

Franktown, VA is a rural community on Virginia’s Eastern Shore. Nassawadox Creek offers fishing and boating opportunities. Nearby Nassawadox features dining options like the Great Machipongo Clam Shack and Little Italy Restaurant.

Exmore, VA, a small Eastern Shore town, sits between Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean. Exmore Town Park hosts community events, while Main Street features local eateries and antique shops. Nearby waters offer boating and fishing.

Nassawadox, VA is a small coastal town between the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean. The 0.4-square-mile community offers waterfront activities and the 1,250-acre Brownsville Preserve. Victorian homes line downtown streets.