Why this home stands out
Seven acres is the real story here. While most Hampton Roads-area properties measure lots in fractions of an acre, 1534 Spring Grove Road gives you room to breathe — space for gardens, outbuildings, or simply the kind of privacy that's genuinely hard to find at this distance from the metro. The 1,613-square-foot footprint keeps things manageable, but the land around it is anything but ordinary.
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Spring Grove sits in Surry County, Virginia, on the south bank of the James River — a part of the state that moves at its own unhurried pace. The Spring Grove Road corridor is a stretch of rural Surry County where working farms, wooded parcels, and older homesteads share the landscape. There are no subdivisions pressing in from every side, no HOA, and no shortage of sky. The town of Surry is a short drive away and serves as the county seat, offering everyday essentials without the congestion of larger cities. For a broader range of shopping, dining, and services, Smithfield and the Isle of Wight County line are accessible to the east, and the full Hampton Roads metro — Norfolk, Newport News, Suffolk — sits within commuting range across the James River Bridge or via the Surry-Scotland ferry. If the Spring Grove, Virginia lifestyle appeals to you, this address puts you squarely in it.
What's nearby
Day-to-day needs are handled in Surry and Smithfield, both within a reasonable drive. The Surry Nuclear Information Center and Chippokes Plantation State Park — one of the oldest continuously farmed estates in the country — are close neighbors, making weekends genuinely interesting. The James River itself is a constant presence, with boat landings and fishing access nearby. For larger grocery runs, hardware needs, or a wider restaurant selection, Smithfield and Windsor fill the gap. The Surry-Scotland ferry crossing offers a scenic shortcut to the Peninsula when traffic on the James River Bridge is a factor.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Camp Peary and Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis) are each roughly 40 to 42 minutes away, making 1534 Spring Grove Road a workable commute for service members who want genuine land and distance from base-area density. A VA loan can make financing a rural property like this more accessible — worth exploring with a lender familiar with acreage guidelines.
For buyers drawn to character
If your version of home involves a morning cup of coffee with no neighbors in sight, seven acres of Surry County land, and a house that's been part of the rural Virginia landscape since 1984, this address deserves a serious look. There's a particular kind of character that only comes with land, trees, and time — and 1534 Spring Grove Road has all three.
More buyer questions
How far is 1534 Spring Grove Road from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is approximately 41 minutes from 1534 Spring Grove Road, depending on the route taken across the James River. The Surry-Scotland ferry can be a practical option during peak traffic hours.
How far is 1534 Spring Grove Road from Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis)?
Fort Eustis is approximately 42 minutes away, accessible via the James River Bridge or the ferry crossing at Scotland Wharf. Drive times can vary with ferry schedules and bridge traffic.
Is there an HOA at 1534 Spring Grove Road?
No, this property does not carry an HOA, which is typical for rural Surry County parcels of this size.
What is the flood zone status for 1534 Spring Grove Road?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the most current FEMA designation.
Can a VA loan be used to purchase a rural property like this one?
A VA loan can often be used for rural properties, though lenders apply specific guidelines around acreage and well or septic systems — speaking with a VA-experienced lender early in the process is the best way to confirm eligibility for this address.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Surry County and the wider Hampton Roads market well. Reach out to talk through what seven acres in Spring Grove could mean for you.
