Surrounded by numerous water bodies, Deltaville provides plenty of outdoor recreational opportunities ranging from fishing and boating to surfing and sailing in the sparkling waters of the River Rappahannock and the Chesapeake Bay. Miles of shoreline create favorable catchment areas for an abundance of wildlife including great blue herons, wild turkeys, bald eagles, hawks, pelicans, and ospreys. Deltaville’s major attraction is its fishing tournaments, sailboat races, auctions at the fire house, seafood festivals, art festivals and dinners at the rescue squad. During heritage days, the town celebrates with crab’s races, a parade down Route 33, the old-timer’s baseball game, battles between the Deltas and the Mariners, and fireworks over the ball field. A short drive from vacation rentals Deltaville VA and homes is Deltaville Maritime Museum and Holly Point Nature Park, which encompass over thirty acres and include two houses, numerous outbuildings, three docks, and a small boat launching area. The nearby towns of Tangier Island and Reedville make a good day trip from Deltaville.
Deltaville organizes a host of fairs and festivals round the year. Attracting thousands of visitors from all across the country, the annual Holly Point Art and Seafood Festival remains the most exciting event where over 70 artists and craftsmen exhibit their work, ranging from paintings to pottery, wood to glass, and copper to steel with an emphasis on regional artists. Sample out the wonderfully prepared seafood, Eastern Carolina barbecue or get a glimpse of antique cars, a display of historic and rebuilt deadrise workboats, and Henry Lackey's display of antique motors at the festival. Another significant annual event is the Jackson Creek Christmas Cruise that provides you an opportunity to see all the Christmas decorations along Lover's Lane and on the water. During festivities, the elegant Deltaville vacation homes, and cottage rentals remain fully occupied therefore it is recommended to book your accommodation well in advance.