Why this home stands out
Seven thousand square feet in Virginia Beach is genuinely uncommon, and 1609 Shenstone Court pairs that scale with a 1946 build that carries real architectural character. Six bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths means room for large households, multi-generational living, or dedicated home-office and hobby spaces without compromise. The cul-de-sac setting keeps through-traffic off the street, and the proximity to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is as close as it gets — three minutes door to gate.
LAKE SHORES and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Shenstone Court sits in a quiet pocket of Virginia Beach where the city's suburban grid gives way to tree-lined streets and natural open space. Lake Smith and the surrounding nature area are practically at the end of the block, giving the neighborhood a greenbelt feel that's rare this close to an active military installation. The broader area is part of the northern Virginia Beach corridor — convenient to both the Oceanfront and the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel, yet calm enough that cul-de-sacs like this one feel genuinely residential rather than transitional. For anyone researching real estate virginia beach, this stretch of the 23455 zip code tends to fly under the radar compared to the more publicized resort-area neighborhoods, which means you get the city's amenities without the noise. Virginia Beach's city services, parks infrastructure, and road network all serve this address well, and the mix of long-term homeowners and military families gives the surrounding streets a stable, community-oriented character.
What's nearby
Daily errands are easy from Shenstone Court. A Food Lion is 0.7 miles away for grocery runs, and a cluster of quick-service options — Arby's, Taco Bell, and Jade Garden for sit-down Chinese — all land within 0.8 miles. Fitness is well covered: Chic's Beach CrossFit is 0.8 miles out, and ArrowFit Human Performance, a private fitness studio, is just 0.9 miles. Lake Smith Nature Area, the Fishing Pier at the Lake, and the Lake Smith Lake Lawson Natural Area are all within 0.4 miles — a genuine walkable green space for morning runs, fishing, or simply getting outside without getting in a car.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Three minutes to the gate at JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is about as short a commute as exists in Hampton Roads. For active-duty households, that proximity translates directly into time back in your day — and a VA loan can make a property of this size more accessible than you might expect. USCG Base Portsmouth is also reachable in roughly 17 minutes, giving dual-military couples real flexibility.
For families upgrading
Six bedrooms and 7,068 square feet means every family member gets space that actually fits their life — dedicated homework rooms, guest suites, a home gym, or all of the above. The cul-de-sac location keeps the street quiet and low-traffic, and the Lake Smith Nature Area a short walk away gives kids and adults alike an outdoor outlet that doesn't require loading up the car.
More buyer questions
How far is 1609 Shenstone Court from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?
The drive from 1609 Shenstone Court to the main gate at JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is approximately 3 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making this one of the closest residential addresses to that installation in Virginia Beach.
How far is 1609 Shenstone Court from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is roughly 17 minutes from this address, a manageable commute that keeps the property viable for Coast Guard personnel stationed there.
What is the square footage and layout of 1609 Shenstone Court?
The home measures 7,068 square feet and contains six bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms, offering an unusually large footprint for a residential property in this part of Virginia Beach.
Is 1609 Shenstone Court in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data — check that section for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.
Are there parks or green spaces near 1609 Shenstone Court?
Yes — the Lake Smith Nature Area, the Fishing Pier at the Lake, and the Lake Smith Lake Lawson Natural Area are all within 0.4 miles, providing walking trails, fishing access, and open natural space within easy reach of the front door.
Want to walk through 1609 Shenstone Court or talk through what a property this size could mean for your household? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to help.
