Why this home stands out
Properties like 13894 Rolfe Highway don't come along often. Built in 1840, this four-bedroom residence carries nearly two centuries of Virginia history in its bones — wide lots, generous proportions, and the kind of craftsmanship that modern construction rarely replicates. At 2,644 square feet on 2.4 private acres, you get breathing room, architectural soul, and a setting that feels worlds away from the suburban grid without actually being far from anything you need.
About the Surry real estate market
Surry sits on the south bank of the James River in Surry County — one of Virginia's quieter, more storied corners. The town is small by design, and that's exactly the point. Life here runs at a different rhythm: open land, long sight lines, and a genuine sense of community that larger markets have largely traded away. Rolfe Highway is one of the county's main arteries, connecting Surry to the broader Hampton Roads region without the congestion that defines the metro side of the water. The county itself has deep colonial roots — Surry County was established in 1652 — and that history shows up in the architecture, the landscape, and the way neighbors still know each other's names. For buyers drawn to Surry, Virginia real estate, this stretch of Rolfe Highway represents the area at its most authentic: agricultural heritage, mature trees, and acreage that gives every property genuine privacy.
What's nearby
Day-to-day life in Surry is unhurried but not inconvenient. The Surry County seat is just a short drive, covering basic errands and county services. The Surry-Scotland Wharf Ferry connects you to Jamestown and the Colonial Parkway corridor — a genuinely scenic commute option that also puts Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown Settlement, and Yorktown within easy reach. Smithfield is roughly 20 minutes east for expanded grocery and dining options, and the full retail spread of Newport News and Hampton opens up once you cross the James. For outdoor enthusiasts, Chippokes Plantation State Park is practically a neighbor, offering river access, hiking, and one of the oldest working farms in the country.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Base Langley-Eustis is about 25 minutes from 13894 Rolfe Highway once you factor in the ferry or the longer bridge route — and for service members who prioritize space and quiet over proximity to base gates, that trade-off makes sense. A VA loan pairs naturally with a property like this, and 2.4 acres of Virginia countryside is a meaningful upgrade from typical base-adjacent housing. Camp Peary is similarly close at around 28 minutes.
For buyers drawn to character
If you've spent years walking through houses that feel interchangeable, 13894 Rolfe Highway is a different conversation entirely. Built in 1840, this is a home with actual provenance — original-era construction, proportions that reflect a pre-industrial sense of space, and a 2.4-acre lot that gives the architecture room to breathe. Restoring or stewarding a property this old is a commitment, but for the right buyer, it's also the whole point.
More buyer questions
How far is 13894 Rolfe Highway from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
The drive runs approximately 25 minutes under normal conditions, depending on your route — either via the Surry-Scotland Wharf Ferry to Jamestown and then south, or the longer overland route through Smithfield and across the James River Bridge. The ferry option is scenic and often faster during off-peak hours.
What is the lot size and acreage at this address?
The property sits on 2.4 acres along Rolfe Highway, giving the 1840 farmhouse substantial privacy and room for outbuildings, gardens, or simply open land — a rare footprint for a residential property anywhere in the Hampton Roads region.
Is 13894 Rolfe Highway in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data — check there for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.
How old is the house at 13894 Rolfe Highway?
The home was built in 1840, making it one of the older residential structures in Surry County and a genuine piece of Virginia architectural history — nearly 185 years old and still standing on its original footprint.
What is the Surry-Scotland Wharf Ferry and how does it affect commuting from this address?
The Surry-Scotland Wharf Ferry is a free Virginia DOT ferry that crosses the James River between Surry and Scotland Wharf near Jamestown, running on a regular schedule and cutting significant time off commutes toward Williamsburg, Newport News, and the Langley-Eustis corridor compared to the overland route.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Surry County's historic property market well — reach out to talk through what ownership at 13894 Rolfe Highway could look like for you.
