Why this home stands out
Over an acre of buildable land inside Ford's Colony is a rare find. Most lots in established Williamsburg communities come in at a fraction of this size, so 201 Hurlston gives you real breathing room — space for a custom footprint, meaningful setbacks, mature landscaping, and outdoor living that doesn't feel squeezed. You're buying into a community with golf, tennis, and pools already in place, before you've poured a single foundation.
FORDS COLONY and the Williamsburg real estate market
Ford's Colony is one of Williamsburg's most recognized planned communities — a gated, amenity-rich neighborhood spread across rolling, wooded terrain in James City County. Residents enjoy access to championship golf courses, swimming pools, tennis courts, and a clubhouse, all woven into a landscape that feels deliberately unhurried. The streets are quiet, the canopy is mature, and the neighbors tend to stay for decades. Beyond the gates, Williamsburg itself delivers a quality of life that's genuinely hard to match in coastal Virginia. Colonial Williamsburg, the College of William & Mary, and the wider Historic Triangle give the city a cultural depth that most suburban markets simply don't have. For families comparing Williamsburg homes for sale, the 23188 zip code sits in a particularly convenient pocket — close to shopping, dining, and major commuter routes without the congestion of the tourist corridor.
What's nearby
Daily errands are easy from this lot. Publix Super Market at Monticello Marketplace is about half a mile out, and World Market is right alongside it for specialty pantry staples. When you want to sit down, La Terraza Mexican Grill, Honey Butter's Kitchen, and New China are all within six-tenths of a mile. Coffee runs are covered by Starbucks and Tropical Smoothie Cafe at roughly the same distance. For fitness, Club Pilates, StretchLab, and Pure Barre are all under a mile away. Elizabeth Davis Park, Roper Homestead Park, and Veterans Park round out the picture for weekend mornings outside.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Camp Peary is about 16 minutes from this lot, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown sits roughly 23 minutes out — both well within a reasonable daily commute. A VA loan can be a powerful tool for financing new construction, and Ford's Colony's gated, amenity-rich environment tends to appeal to military families who want stability and community in one package.
For buyers drawn to character
If your vision is a custom home with real land around it — not a quarter-acre postage stamp — 201 Hurlston is worth a serious look. Ford's Colony's architectural standards mean the finished neighborhood holds its character over time, and over an acre gives you the room to design something that genuinely reflects how you want to live, rather than fitting yourself into someone else's floor plan.
More buyer questions
How far is 201 Hurlston from Camp Peary?
The drive runs about 16 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it a manageable daily commute for personnel stationed there.
What utilities or infrastructure are available at this lot?
Ford's Colony is a developed community, so prospective buyers should confirm with James City County and the HOA which utilities — water, sewer, electric, gas — are stubbed to the lot or available at the street prior to purchase.
Is 201 Hurlston in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this parcel is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page; review that information and consult FEMA's current flood maps before making any building decisions.
Are there HOA rules that govern what can be built in Ford's Colony?
Yes — Ford's Colony has an active HOA with architectural review guidelines that govern home design, materials, and site planning; buyers should request the full CC&Rs and design standards early in the due-diligence process.
What schools serve homes for sale zoned for Lafayette High School and homes for sale zoned for D.J. Montague Elementary School in this area?
This lot falls within the James City County school attendance zones that include those schools; the Schools tile on this page has current boundary and enrollment details.
Curious whether this lot fits your build plans? Tom and Dariya Milan know Ford's Colony and can connect you with the right contacts to move from raw land to groundbreaking.
