Why this home stands out
What sets 117 Briar Lane apart is sheer convenience without the trade-off of character. Built in 1996, this three-bedroom, two-bath home sits in a quiet residential pocket of Williamsburg where a full grocery run is a two-minute walk and a dozen restaurants are within a quarter mile. You get the calm of a neighborhood street and the ease of an urban address — a combination that's genuinely hard to find among Williamsburg homes for sale.
BRIARWOOD and the Williamsburg real estate market
Briar Lane sits inside the 23188 zip code, a broad swath of James City County that covers some of Williamsburg's most established and livable residential corridors. The surrounding area has the feel of a well-settled community — mature trees lining side streets, a mix of 1990s and early-2000s construction, and neighbors who tend to stay put. Williamsburg itself carries a weight of history that most cities can only aspire to, yet day-to-day life here is refreshingly practical. The Colonial Williamsburg historic area, Busch Gardens, and the College of William & Mary all sit within the broader city, giving residents access to culture, green space, and a genuine small-city energy. James City County provides municipal services, and the area's road network connects easily to I-64 for Richmond or Hampton Roads commutes. If you're browsing homes for sale in Williamsburg, this corridor offers a strong balance of location, infrastructure, and neighborhood stability.
What's nearby
Grocery runs from 117 Briar Lane are almost embarrassingly easy — Harris Teeter is 0.1 miles away, and Miller's Neighborhood Market is just 0.4 miles down the road. Starbucks Coffee Company is essentially next door at 0.1 miles, with Panera Bread and McDonald's both under a third of a mile. Dinner options are equally close: ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi is 0.1 miles away, Sandy's Pancake & Waffle House is 0.2 miles, and Jersey Mike's Subs is right in the mix. For fitness, Train with Bernie is 0.4 miles out, and GeddingFit, Home of Proelium CrossFit, is under a mile — making it easy to build a routine without a long drive.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Camp Peary is 18 minutes from 117 Briar Lane, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about 27 minutes out — both well within a manageable daily commute. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and the location means you're close to base without living on top of it. Families comparing homes for sale in 23188 will find this address hits a practical sweet spot for dual-base households.
For first-time buyers
Three bedrooms, two baths, and 1,512 square feet give you real, livable space without the complexity of a larger home. The 1996 build means solid construction with fewer of the surprises older homes can carry. Add a Harris Teeter and Starbucks within a tenth of a mile, and daily life clicks into place quickly — exactly what first-time buyers want when they stop searching and start settling in.
More buyer questions
How far is 117 Briar Lane from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is approximately 18 minutes from 117 Briar Lane under typical traffic conditions. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about 27 minutes away, making this address workable for personnel assigned to either installation.
What zip code is 117 Briar Lane in?
117 Briar Lane is in the 23188 zip code, which falls within James City County and covers a significant portion of the greater Williamsburg residential area.
Is 117 Briar Lane in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this property is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the most current FEMA map data specific to this address.
What are the closest grocery stores to 117 Briar Lane?
Harris Teeter is just 0.1 miles away — essentially walkable — and Miller's Neighborhood Market is 0.4 miles out. It's one of the more convenient grocery situations you'll find at any address in this part of Williamsburg.
Are there homes for sale zoned for Warhill High School and homes for sale zoned for Norge Elementary School near this address?
Yes — 117 Briar Lane falls within the attendance boundaries that include both of those zones. Families researching school assignments should confirm current boundaries directly with James City County Public Schools, as zones can change.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this Williamsburg market well. Reach out to get current details on 117 Briar Lane and everything nearby — they're ready to help you move forward.
