Why this home stands out
Built in 2020, this 2,925-square-foot home gives you the bones of new construction without the wait. Four bedrooms and three full baths spread across a thoughtful floor plan that handles both busy weekday mornings and relaxed weekend gatherings. The Retreat at Bennetts Creek is a quiet, well-kept community, and this address sits at the heart of its convenience — groceries and a park within a mile, two military installations within easy reach.
THE RETREAT AT BENNETTS CREEK and the Suffolk real estate market
The Retreat at Bennetts Creek is one of Suffolk's newer planned communities, offering wide streets, well-maintained common areas, and a neighborly feel that's hard to manufacture in older subdivisions. Suffolk itself is one of the fastest-growing cities in Hampton Roads — a place where open space and suburban comfort coexist with genuine regional connectivity. If you've been browsing land for sale suffolk va or newer construction in the area, this neighborhood represents the built-out, move-in side of that same growth story. Located in western Suffolk, you're well-positioned for commutes north toward Chesapeake or east toward Portsmouth and Norfolk. The city's size works in your favor: traffic is lighter here than in the denser parts of Hampton Roads, and the pace of daily life reflects that. Families, military households, and first-time buyers have all found a home in this part of Suffolk, and the community continues to attract people who want space without sacrificing access.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands practically handle themselves from Thornwood Drive. Food Lion is just 0.1 miles away — about a two-minute walk — so last-minute grocery runs are genuinely painless. Hong Kong Restaurant is equally close at 0.1 miles, and Domino's Pizza is just down the road at 0.2 miles for easy weeknight dinners. Burger King is 0.4 miles out when you need something fast. For fitness, Moe Muscle is 0.7 miles away. The real gem, though, is Bennett's Creek Park and Boat Ramp at 0.8 miles — a fantastic outdoor escape with water access that makes weekends around here feel like a bonus.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NSA Northwest Annex is a 14-minute drive from 202 Thornwood Drive, and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about 20 minutes out — making this address a practical fit for active-duty households. A VA loan can stretch the value of a 2020-built, nearly 3,000-square-foot home considerably, and BAH rates in the Suffolk area have historically aligned well with this price tier. Stability, space, and a short commute: this one checks the right boxes.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms, three full baths, and 2,925 square feet built in 2020 — this is the kind of space that actually grows with a family rather than against it. You get a modern floor plan, low-maintenance construction, and a neighborhood that feels safe and settled. Bennett's Creek Park is under a mile away for weekend afternoons, and the grocery store is so close it barely registers as an errand.
More buyer questions
How far is 202 Thornwood Drive from NSA Northwest Annex?
NSA Northwest Annex is approximately 14 minutes from 202 Thornwood Drive under normal traffic conditions. That's one of the shorter base commutes you'll find in western Suffolk.
How far is 202 Thornwood Drive from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about 20 minutes east of this address, following the main corridors through Chesapeake and into Portsmouth. It's a manageable daily drive for medical staff or personnel assigned there.
What is the flood zone status for 202 Thornwood Drive?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA designation and any associated details.
Is The Retreat at Bennetts Creek an HOA community?
Yes, The Retreat at Bennetts Creek has a homeowners association. HOA details including any rules and fee structures should be confirmed directly with the association or through disclosure documents.
Where is the nearest park or outdoor space to 202 Thornwood Drive?
Bennett's Creek Park and Boat Ramp is just 0.8 miles from the address, offering green space and water access that makes it a go-to spot for residents of the neighborhood.
Want to know more about 202 Thornwood Drive or explore other homes in The Retreat at Bennetts Creek? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to help — reach out and let's talk.
