Why this home stands out
Buildable lots inside Ford's Colony don't surface often, and 220 Ashford Manor is one of them. At 0.35 acres, there's genuine room to design a home that fits the way you actually live — not a floor plan someone else chose. The community's mature tree canopy, winding streets, and architectural standards mean whatever you build will hold its character for decades. That combination of creative freedom inside a well-governed, amenity-rich neighborhood is genuinely hard to find in this market.
FORDS COLONY and the Williamsburg real estate market
Ford's Colony is one of Williamsburg's most recognized planned communities — a gated, master-planned neighborhood where mature landscaping, golf courses, and a strong sense of place come standard. Streets curve through wooded terrain, and the overall feel sits closer to a private resort than a typical subdivision. Residents here tend to stay a long time, which says something about how the community holds up over the years. Williamsburg itself carries a lot of weight as a destination — Colonial Williamsburg, William & Mary, and a deep tourism economy give the city a stability that translates into consistent long-term appeal for property owners. The broader corridor stretching toward kings mill williamsburg reinforces that appeal, with well-maintained infrastructure and a mix of established neighborhoods that keep the area feeling cohesive. James City County governs this address, which brings its own set of zoning considerations worth understanding before you break ground. Overall, 220 Ashford Manor sits at the intersection of a prestigious community and a city with real staying power.
What's nearby
Daily life around 220 Ashford Manor is genuinely convenient. Murdoch's at Ford's Colony is just 0.2 miles away — a full-service restaurant inside the community that makes dinner plans easy on the nights you don't feel like driving. Ford's Colony Country Club is equally close at 0.2 miles, offering fitness facilities, golf, and social programming without leaving the neighborhood. Beyond the gates, Williamsburg's grocery stores, pharmacies, and retail corridors are a short drive in any direction. Route 60 and Interstate 64 keep the rest of the Hampton Roads region accessible.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Camp Peary is about 19 minutes from 220 Ashford Manor, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown runs roughly 26 minutes out. For military families weighing property in williamsburg va, Ford's Colony offers a stable, high-quality community with strong long-term value — and VA loan eligibility can make building on a lot like this more accessible than many buyers expect.
For buyers drawn to character
If you've spent years touring existing homes and walking away because nothing quite fits, a lot in Ford's Colony might be the answer. At 220 Ashford Manor, you're starting from a blank canvas inside a community that already has character baked in — the architecture guidelines, the tree canopy, the neighbors who've been here for decades. You bring the floor plan; the neighborhood brings everything else.
More buyer questions
How far is 220 Ashford Manor from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is approximately 19 minutes from 220 Ashford Manor under typical driving conditions. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about 26 minutes away, making this lot workable for personnel assigned to either installation.
Is 220 Ashford Manor inside a gated community?
Yes — Ford's Colony is a gated, master-planned community in Williamsburg, Virginia, with staffed entry points and community-wide architectural and landscaping standards.
What can be built on the lot at 220 Ashford Manor?
The lot is classified as residential land in James City County, but Ford's Colony has its own architectural review process and covenants that govern what can be constructed — consulting those guidelines and the county's zoning department before finalizing plans is strongly recommended.
Does Ford's Colony have an HOA?
Yes, Ford's Colony is governed by a homeowners association that maintains community standards, common areas, and amenity access — HOA membership is a condition of ownership for lots within the community.
Is 220 Ashford Manor in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address should be verified through FEMA's Flood Map Service Center or a licensed surveyor, as designations can change and affect both construction planning and insurance requirements.
Curious whether 220 Ashford Manor fits your build plans? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Ford's Colony well — reach out and let's talk through what's possible.
