Why this home stands out
Raw, buildable acreage is genuinely hard to find this close to the Virginia Peninsula's employment and military corridors. At 13.7 acres, Five Gables Woodlands gives you enough land to site a custom home with serious privacy, add outbuildings, or simply let the woods breathe around you — all without pushing deep into the countryside and away from everyday conveniences. The combination of scale, tree cover, and commutable location is the real story here.
ALL OTHERS AREA 121 and the Gloucester real estate market
Five Gables Woodlands sits in Gloucester County, a jurisdiction that has deliberately kept its rural character intact even as the broader Hampton Roads region has grown. Gloucester is the kind of place where neighbors wave, the pace slows down, and a long driveway through your own trees is considered a feature, not an inconvenience. The county seat of Gloucester Court House is a short drive away, offering local dining, hardware, and services without the traffic of a larger city. The York River forms the county's southern border, and waterfront access points, marinas, and public boat ramps are woven throughout the area. For buyers comparing land in Gloucester to parcels elsewhere on the Peninsula, the lower density and larger lot norms here are a meaningful difference — this is one of the few remaining pockets of the region where 13-plus acres doesn't feel out of place.
What's nearby
Gloucester Court House village is the closest hub for everyday needs — groceries, pharmacies, and local restaurants are all within a short drive. The historic Gloucester Main Street district has a genuine small-town energy, with local shops and seasonal farmers markets. For broader retail and dining, the George Washington Memorial Highway corridor connects you to Yorktown and the wider Peninsula within 30 to 40 minutes. Outdoor recreation is built into the landscape: the York River State Park, Beaverdam Park, and multiple public water access points are all within easy reach for kayaking, hiking, and fishing.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Camp Peary is roughly 20 minutes away, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about 23 minutes — making this parcel a realistic option for service members who want land and space rather than a subdivision. A VA loan can be used on eligible land-and-construction combinations, so it's worth a conversation with a lender who knows how to structure that. Building here means your commute stays manageable while your backyard is measured in acres.
For buyers drawn to character
If your vision involves a custom home designed around the land rather than the other way around, 13.7 wooded acres in Five Gables Woodlands is the kind of canvas that rarely comes up. You choose the clearing, the setback, the view corridor through the trees. There's no existing structure to work around and no neighbor's roofline defining your sightlines — just a large, private parcel in a county that still values that kind of quiet.
More buyer questions
How far is Five Gables Woodlands from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is approximately 20 minutes from this parcel, making it one of the closer large acreage options for personnel assigned there. Drive times can vary slightly depending on the specific gate and route used.
How far is this property from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about 23 minutes away via the George Washington Memorial Highway corridor, a straightforward commute that keeps rural Gloucester County within reach of Peninsula assignments.
Is the land in Five Gables Woodlands buildable?
Gloucester County zoning and health department requirements govern what can be built on any given parcel, including perc testing for septic and setback rules — a due-diligence step any buyer should complete before committing.
What is the flood zone status of this parcel?
Flood zone designation for this specific acreage is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page; reviewing the current FEMA map panel for the parcel's boundaries is always recommended before purchase.
Can a VA loan be used to purchase raw land in Gloucester County?
A standard VA loan does not cover a raw land purchase alone, but a VA construction loan can cover land and a primary residence built simultaneously — speaking with a VA-experienced lender about that structure is the right first step.
Curious whether this parcel fits your build plans or your commute? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Gloucester County land well — reach out and let's talk through the details.
