Why this home stands out
Built in 1994 and sitting in the small waterfront community of Cardinal, this home gives you genuine square footage — nearly 2,500 feet — in a setting that most of the Hampton Roads metro simply can't replicate. Cardinal is tucked along Fishing Bay and the broader Piankatank River corridor, which means you get that rare combination of rural quiet, water access culture, and a manageable drive to major employment and military corridors.
ALL OTHERS AREA 126 and the Cardinal real estate market
Cardinal, Virginia is a small unincorporated community in Mathews County, positioned along the western shore of Chesapeake Bay country where the Piankatank River meets Fishing Bay. Life here runs at a different rhythm than the dense suburbs of Hampton Roads — neighbors tend to know each other, watercraft are a common sight, and the landscape is defined by tidal creeks, pine stands, and open sky. Mathews County itself is one of Virginia's most scenic coastal counties, consistently drawing people who want genuine connection to the water without the congestion of a larger city. The county seat of Mathews is a short drive away and offers a classic small-town courthouse square with local shops and services. Cardinal sits close enough to Gloucester and Williamsburg to access real amenities while remaining genuinely removed from suburban sprawl. For buyers who want space, water culture, and a home that actually breathes, this corner of the Middle Peninsula delivers.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are manageable from 175 Heron Point Road, with Gloucester Court House offering grocery stores, pharmacies, hardware stores, and dining options roughly 20 to 25 minutes north. Mathews town center is closer and covers basics with local character. Deltaville, a well-known boating hub, is just south and adds marinas, seafood spots, and waterfront recreation to your regular rotation. Williamsburg — with its broader retail, medical facilities, and Colonial Williamsburg attractions — sits within about 45 minutes. The Middle Peninsula's network of county roads makes navigation straightforward once you know the routes.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown sits roughly 33 minutes from 175 Heron Point Road, and Camp Peary runs the same commute window. That's a realistic daily drive, and it comes with a trade-off worth considering: you get nearly 2,500 square feet in a quiet Mathews County setting at a price point that's hard to find closer to base. A VA loan can make the math work even more in your favor on a home this size.
For buyers drawn to character
If your search has been about finding something that doesn't look like every other subdivision built in the last decade, Cardinal is worth your attention. The Piankatank River corridor has a distinct identity — water, working watermen culture, wide skies — and 175 Heron Point Road puts you inside that world with three bedrooms and generous square footage to grow into. This is the kind of address that becomes part of your story.
More buyer questions
How far is 175 Heron Point Road from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is approximately 33 minutes from 175 Heron Point Road under typical driving conditions, heading north via Route 17 through Gloucester. The route is straightforward and mostly rural highway.
How far is 175 Heron Point Road from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is also approximately 33 minutes away, following a similar northward route through Gloucester County toward the York County line. Commute times can vary slightly depending on traffic through Gloucester Court House.
What county is 175 Heron Point Road in?
The property is located in Mathews County, Virginia — one of the state's smaller coastal counties on the Middle Peninsula, known for its Chesapeake Bay shoreline and low-density, water-oriented character.
Is 175 Heron Point Road in a flood zone?
Mathews County has significant coastal and tidal flood exposure, and properties near waterways in Cardinal should be reviewed carefully for flood zone designation. Check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the specific FEMA flood zone classification for this address.
Does 175 Heron Point Road have a garage?
Garage and parking details for this 1994-built single-family home are best confirmed through the current property disclosures or a walkthrough — reach out to Tom or Dariya Milan at LPT Realty for the specifics.
Ready to see 175 Heron Point Road in person? Tom and Dariya Milan know the Middle Peninsula market well — reach out and let's set up a visit on your schedule.
