Rock Stop Farm Circa 1791

Rappahannock Academy, Virginia

The Rappahannock River

Note "Moons Mount" and the dots, which represent buildings.  Down river from Moons Mount, so named because it is a very high hill, is a creek, which is the same creek traversing Rock Stop.  The current U.S. Geological Topographic Map shows that creek area, down from Moons Mount, as "Moon's Mount Wharf" (please go to the icon "Land" on the sub-menu, for that map).

Above, the "Big Picture"

Rock Stop is at an elevated plateau, dominating a bend in the Rappahannock River.  The plateau is dissected from another plateau across an unnamed creek, which forms a very unique stream valley. Elevations changes are both gentle and abrupt, making the landscape fascinating in terms of aesthetics and the ability to surprise and inspire:  This is a property for the person with an affinity for nature and contemplation and/or just plain hunting and fishing.

Across the river is Cleve Marsh, a huge wetland, which cannot be built upon. Further up river, Senator Mark Warner owns a farm/vineyard.  The Caroline County portion of the valley is designated a "Resource Sensitive Area" and zoned one house per 25 acres (except family subdivisions at two plus acres).

Across the creek, which is on Rock Stop, is the boundary for Haymount, a planned community; but the "Open Space" component is between Rock Stop and "Mount Swamp Creek", and has been formally and legally proffered as open space.  Any questions can be directed to the Caroline County office of Planning and Community Development (804.633.4303). 

145 Acres

This tract includes the "Bluff" tract - a very private promenade overlooking (tree canopy needs trimming) the Rapphannock River and Valley; views of large Cleve Marsh are extensive and since it is a marsh, there will be no development.

River frontage is about 1,300 feet, more or less; mostly high bluff; but does include the low bank river frontage noted in the 112 acres.

Below, is an APPROXIMATION of the 145 acres (the lands across the road are not shown, due to scale)

Above, double click to view detail.  NOTE: boundaries are approximate.  Notice that the elevations decline but then rise to a promontory, as if it was built up; it is a very distinctive topographic feature.  DETAILS AT:  "River BLUFF" icon, Above.

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Above, U.S.G.S. quad map with boundary as APPROXIMATE for 112 Acres

Rock Stop has about 170 feet on the river.  It is more a point of access.  Views from the high ground could be enhanced,  if some of the timber is removed, but complying with Chesapeake Bay Act and federal jurisdictional wetland regulations is necessary.

Below, the old pilings, next to Rock Stop, are from Moon's Mount Wharf, at low tide (about 2.5 to 3 feet vertical).

Rock Stop fronts directly on the Rappahannock River.  Please go to the icon "River", at the top of this page for details.  It is also possible to use the Hicks Landing, for a fee, on  a per use basis or, purchase a one year pass.  Hicks Landing is private and the family does a wonderful job maintaining and policing the facility, which can accommodate the launching of the largest boat you can trailer.

The Rappahannock is a tidal body of water leading to the Chesapeake Bay and thence the Atlantic Ocean.  Sailing ships once visited the wharfs along the river in colonial times, connecting the populations with Europe.  Later, the steamships became the favored means of transportation to the hub at Baltimore, Maryland.

Above, the Rappahannock,

Above, and below, double click to view

Aerial looking up and across the river towards Rock Stop, the fields are visible.

View of Cleve Marsh, across from Rock Stop.  Rock Stop occupies the high bank of the river, with marsh dominating the other shore. 

Rock Stop is at the very bend in the river, across from "Rock Creek Turn".

SOURCE:  http://www.oceangrafix.com/o.g/Charts/Atlantic/NOAA-Nautical-Chart-Rappahannock-River-Corrotoman-RiverFredericksburg.html Retrieved March 31, 2008

 NOTE:  Information is not guaranteed in terms of accuracy and or scope.  Purchaser should investigate any and all facts and or circumstances or conditions of or about the property and or land use, etc.