Why this home stands out
Raw, unimproved land at this scale is genuinely hard to find this close to the Hampton Roads metro. Five Gables Woodlands delivers 10.1 acres of wooded terrain in Gloucester County — enough room to design a custom homesite, run a small hobby farm, plant an orchard, or simply preserve a private slice of Virginia woodland. No HOA constraints are attached, which means your vision for the land stays your own.
ALL OTHERS AREA 121 and the Gloucester real estate market
Gloucester County sits on Virginia's Middle Peninsula, bordered by the York River to the south and the Piankatank River to the north. It's the kind of jurisdiction where working farms share the road with historic colonial-era properties, and where the pace of life reflects the landscape — open, unhurried, and deeply rooted. The county seat, Gloucester Courthouse, anchors the community with a walkable historic district, local dining, and essential services. Gloucester is not a suburb pretending to be rural; it's the genuine article. Families comparing homes for sale in Gloucester County often arrive here after deciding they want more land, more quiet, and more breathing room than the denser Hampton Roads cities can offer — and Five Gables Woodlands sits squarely in that tradition of elbow-room living.
What's nearby
Gloucester Courthouse Village is roughly 10 minutes away and covers everyday needs: a Main Street with local restaurants, a pharmacy, a library, and county offices. For larger grocery runs and big-box retail, the Route 17 corridor in Hayes brings a Food Lion, Walmart, and a handful of national chains within about 15 minutes. Gloucester Point, where the George P. Coleman Memorial Bridge crosses the York River into Yorktown, is approximately 20 minutes south — opening up the full Hampton Roads network. Outdoor recreation is close too: the York River State Park and Beaverdam Park are both within a reasonable drive for hiking, paddling, and wildlife watching.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Camp Peary is roughly 20 minutes from Five Gables Woodlands, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown sits about 23 minutes out — making this acreage a workable option for service members who want land and space without a long commute to either installation. A VA loan can be used to purchase raw land in conjunction with a construction loan, so building your custom home here may be more accessible than you'd expect.
For buyers drawn to character
If your idea of the right property involves timber, open sky, and the freedom to design from scratch, 10.1 wooded acres in Gloucester County is a compelling starting point. There's no existing structure to work around, no neighbor's fence line crowding your plans — just a blank canvas of Virginia hardwoods and the quiet of the Middle Peninsula to shape however you see fit.
More buyer questions
How far is Five Gables Woodlands from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is approximately 23 minutes from this Gloucester County parcel via Route 17 south across the Coleman Bridge. The drive is straightforward and largely free of urban congestion.
What can the land at Five Gables Woodlands be used for?
The 10.1-acre wooded parcel is suited for a range of uses including a custom single-family homesite, hobby farming, timber management, or long-term land investment — subject to Gloucester County zoning and permitting requirements, which a buyer's due diligence should confirm.
Is there an HOA associated with this Gloucester County land parcel?
No HOA is attached to this property, giving you greater flexibility in how you develop or use the acreage within the bounds of county regulations.
What is the flood zone status of this property?
Flood zone designation for this parcel is addressed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — review that section and consult the current FEMA flood map for the most accurate assessment before making decisions.
Can a VA loan be used to purchase raw land in Gloucester, Virginia?
VA loans are generally designed for properties with an existing dwelling, but service members sometimes combine a VA construction loan with a land purchase to build a primary residence. Consulting a VA-approved lender about your specific situation is the best next step.
Tom and Dariya Milan know Gloucester County land and the Hampton Roads military corridor well. Reach out to talk through what's possible on these 10.1 acres and how to move forward.
