Nov012010
Published by Sue Hertzler at 1:56 PM under Historic | Recreation
When was the last time you rode a ferry arcross the river? In the Northern Neck of Virginia you can still enjoy that experience. The Merry Point and Sunnybank car ferries carry their passengers on a leisurely trip. These two vessels are the last two free powered, cable car ferries in Virginia and carry about 30,000 vehicles a year. The Merry Point ferry is at the end of Merry Point Road, Route 604, and operates from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. The Sunnybank ferry is on Sunnybank Road, Route 644, and operated from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday. These ferries save drives about a half hour on their trip. Come and enjoy a day in the country and explore the Corrotoman River in Lancaster County or the Little Wicomico River in Northumberland County. Make plans today for a day of relaxation and a step back in time.
Tags: Merry Point Ferry, Sunnybank Ferry
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Response by Pat P on 11/2/2010 10:43:50 PM
Thanks, Sue, I didn't know details of ferries around here. Could tell you some of the last ones you'll find over the Mississippi! Love them. Do these run year 'round? They're drives I'll definitely try, with my folks - one way to get them out over the water without worrying about accessibility or balance issues - such a great idea.
Hello, I'm Sue, the innkeeper of the Dragon Run Inn in rural Middlesex County, Virginia. We have a 1913 country farmhouse and enjoy having guests. Ivan likes to garden and work with the Koi pond while I like all types of needlework, crafts, cooking and cake decorating. Both of us are actively involved in the No Strings Attached Puppet Team.
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