Why this home stands out
What sets 1208 Hog Island Road apart is its combination of space and seclusion. At 2,145 square feet on a rural Surry County lot, the home offers room that is genuinely hard to find at this distance from two major installations. The 1979 construction means solid bones and a traditional floor plan. You get four bedrooms, two baths, and a landscape that feels a world away from suburban sprawl.
About the Surry real estate market
Hog Island Road winds through one of the quieter corners of Surry County, Virginia. The area is defined by wide lots, mature trees, and a pace that suburban neighborhoods rarely match. Properties along this corridor tend to sit on generous parcels, giving each home a sense of privacy. The road itself runs near the James River, so water views and wildlife sightings are part of daily life here. Surry is a small county seat with a tight-knit community feel. The town of Surry is just a short drive north, where you will find local services and county offices. Williamsburg is roughly 20 minutes east across the James River Bridge, opening up a much wider range of shopping, dining, and medical options. Route 10 is the main artery connecting Surry County to the broader Hampton Roads region. Anyone comparing homes for sale in Surry, Virginia will notice that the county's low density is its defining quality — open land and quiet roads are the norm, not the exception.
What's nearby
Day-to-day needs are covered within a manageable drive. The Surry County Courthouse area has basic services, and a short trip puts you at grocery and pharmacy options in Smithfield. The Chippokes Plantation State Park is nearby, offering trails, river access, and one of the oldest working farms in the country. The James River ferry at Scotland Wharf connects Surry directly to Jamestown, cutting travel time to Williamsburg and the Historic Triangle significantly. Local seafood, particularly Surry County ham and James River oysters, is part of the regional food culture here.
For different buyers
Base commute and VA loan notes
Joint Base Langley-Eustis is about 15 minutes from 1208 Hog Island Road, making the commute genuinely short for a rural address. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 24 minutes away. VA loan financing is widely used in Surry County, and the four-bedroom layout means no scramble for space. The low-density setting also means less traffic on the drive to the gate.
For buyers drawn to character
Surry County is not for everyone — and that is exactly the point. If you want acreage, privacy, and a connection to Virginia's oldest landscapes, 1208 Hog Island Road delivers. The 1979 construction gives you a traditional floor plan with room to personalize. The James River corridor, Chippokes Plantation, and the Scotland Wharf ferry landing are all close neighbors. This is a home with a genuine sense of place.
More buyer questions
How far is 1208 Hog Island Road from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
The drive is about 15 minutes under normal conditions. The route via Route 10 and the James River area is straightforward with minimal traffic.
How far is 1208 Hog Island Road from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 24 minutes away. The James River ferry at Scotland Wharf can be a useful shortcut depending on the time of day.
Is 1208 Hog Island Road in a flood zone?
Surry County properties near the James River corridor can carry flood zone designations. Check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the specific FEMA flood zone information for this address.
What county is 1208 Hog Island Road in?
The property is in Surry County, Virginia. Surry County has its own tax rates, zoning rules, and services separate from neighboring Isle of Wight or James City County.
Does 1208 Hog Island Road have an HOA?
No HOA is associated with this address. Surry County rural properties along Hog Island Road typically sit outside any homeowner association jurisdiction.
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