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$425,000
125days on market

116 Governor&Apos;S Way, Cape Charles, VA 23310

ActiveLand and Farms · CAPE CHARLES

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Pond.

Frontage

Pond ✓ VERIFIED

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

Facts & features

Type

Land and Farms

HOA

None

County

Northampton County VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10629454

Construction & exterior

Waterfront
Pond

Utilities & systems

Utilities available
City Sewer, City Water

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.2500
Road surface
Paved
Subdivision
CAPE CHARLES
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
AT SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record · null fields are suppressed, never faked

About this home

Gorgeous homesite in Bayside Village, set along the sparkling waters of Golden Bear Pond and overlooking the 9th hole of the Nicholas Course. Wake up to shimmering views and unwind with breathtaking sunsets over the fairway. Located in the sought-after Bay Creek community, you'll enjoy premier amenities and easy access to the charming historic district. Let the Builders Guild help bring your dream home to life with custom plans tailored to your vision. A great opportunity in an unbeatable setting—now is the perfect time to make it yours!

Listing courtesy of Natalie Smith · Bay Creek Realty LLC · REIN MLS #10629454

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

116 Governor's Way in Cape Charles, Virginia is a land parcel sitting at the edge of one of the Eastern Shore's most charming small towns — a rare chance to put down roots, build your vision, and wake up to the unhurried pace of coastal Virginia life.

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Why this home stands out

Land in Cape Charles proper is genuinely hard to come by. The town's historic grid and protected natural surroundings mean that buildable parcels surface infrequently, and Governor's Way places you steps from preserved coastal habitat and a walkable main street that most waterfront communities can only promise. This is a site where you get to decide what comes next — not inherit someone else's floor plan.

About the Cape Charles real estate market

Cape Charles is a small, walkable town on Virginia's Eastern Shore — the kind of place where the streets are lined with Victorian and Colonial Revival architecture, the bay is never far from view, and neighbors actually wave. Incorporated in 1886 as a railroad terminus, the town has held onto its historic bones while welcoming a quiet renaissance of local restaurants, art galleries, and boutique shops along Mason Avenue. The surrounding Northampton County landscape is defined by farmland, tidal marshes, and preserved natural areas that buffer the town from sprawl and keep the horizon wide open. Governor's Way sits within this setting, giving future residents the rare combination of a tight-knit community feel and genuine access to the outdoors. Cape Charles draws people who are done with traffic and ready for a slower, more intentional way of living — and the town has the infrastructure, the charm, and the coast to back that up.

What's nearby

Daily life around 116 Governor's Way is remarkably convenient for a town this size. Coach House Tavern is just 0.1 miles away — an easy walk for dinner or a weekend lunch. Hook @ Harvey, a Cape Charles Bistro known for its local seafood and laid-back atmosphere, is about a mile out. Nature is equally close: the Cape Charles Natural Area Preserve is 0.7 miles away, and the Cape Charles Coastal Habitat Natural Area Preserve is just a bit farther at 0.8 miles. Both offer trails and wildlife viewing that feel worlds away from the nearest highway. For groceries, medical services, and larger retail, the Route 13 corridor in Northampton County is a short drive north.

For different buyers

For first-time buyers

Building on your own lot means you're not competing with dozens of other offers on a finished home — and in a town like Cape Charles, that matters. A VA loan can make financing the land and eventual construction more accessible for eligible buyers. Starting from the ground up also means the home fits your life from day one, not someone else's decade-old decisions.

For buyers drawn to character

If you've been searching for a place that has actual history, actual architecture, and an actual sense of community — Cape Charles is worth a serious look. A parcel on Governor's Way lets you design a home that belongs here, built to complement a streetscape that's been carefully preserved for generations. This is how you get the character without the compromises of an older structure.

More buyer questions

How far is 116 Governor's Way from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

Joint Base Langley-Eustis is approximately 44 minutes from Cape Charles by car, primarily via the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel and I-64. The drive is straightforward, though the Bridge-Tunnel toll is worth factoring into a daily commute calculation.

Is 116 Governor's Way in a flood zone?

Cape Charles and the surrounding Eastern Shore area include a range of flood zone designations given their coastal geography. Check the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page for the specific designation assigned to this parcel.

What utilities are available at 116 Governor's Way?

Cape Charles is a municipally served town with public water and sewer infrastructure — prospective buyers should confirm with the Town of Cape Charles and Northampton County what connections are available or required for this specific parcel prior to any build planning.

Are there HOA rules or deed restrictions on this lot?

Governor's Way may be subject to deed restrictions or community covenants depending on the recorded plat. A title search and review of any applicable restrictions is a standard part of due diligence before purchasing land in Virginia.

Can a VA loan be used to purchase land in Cape Charles?

VA loans are generally designed for the purchase of a primary residence and typically require a home to be built concurrently or financed through a construction-to-permanent loan structure. Eligible buyers should speak with a VA-approved lender about what options apply to land purchases on the Eastern Shore.

Curious about building in Cape Charles? Tom and Dariya Milan know the Eastern Shore market well — reach out and let's talk through what this parcel could become for you.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

  • ElementaryKiptopeke Elementary
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  • MiddleOther Middle School
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  • HighNorthampton
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VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 51131C

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone B

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Drive times via Google Maps with current traffic patterns. Times are typical and may vary by time of day. Use the "Analyze" button up top to see live drive time to your saved base.

The numbers

Run the real carrying cost

Estimates only — taxes come from the public record; confirm rates with your lender. VA-eligible buyers: $0-down financing may apply.

Estimate your monthly payment

$2,329/mo

Principal & interest

$2,205

Property tax

$0

Home insurance

$124

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

None

Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Value & history

Judge value on real ground

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$425,000

Price / Sq Ft

$0

Annual Taxes

N/A

Monthly Tax

N/A

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

N/A

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedApr 1, 2026$425,000—
Currently listed—$425,000—

Looking for multi-year tax assessments or prior sales? REIN MLS only ships data for the current listing. For full property history, check the city assessor record:

Cape Charles Assessor (Google)

Tax data above from REIN public-records sync. Sale timeline tracked from this listing's first appearance in our feed forward; prior owner sales are not included.

Comparable Properties

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

Market tempo

125 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Is 116 Governor&Apos;S Way in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Kiptopeke Elementary, Other Middle School, Northampton. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 116 Governor&Apos;S Way in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone X, outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. See the flood section on this page for details and sources.
Is 116 Governor&Apos;S Way a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Pond.
Does 116 Governor&Apos;S Way have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

The people

You'll talk to a person, not a lead queue

TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Natalie Smith · Bay Creek Realty LLC · REIN MLS #10629454

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116 Governor&Apos;S Way, Cape Charles, Virginia 23310 · MLS #10629454 · Source: REIN MLS + public record. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed — verify independently. School zones subject to change; confirm with the local school division. All locations are described by neutral geographic fact. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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