Why this home stands out
At 4,494 square feet, this 2012-built home delivers room to spread out in a way that's genuinely rare among Williamsburg homes for sale. Three full baths plus a half bath means no morning traffic jams, and the scale of the floor plan makes it equally suited to families who need dedicated work-from-home space and households that simply love having room to breathe. Ford's Colony adds a layer of lifestyle infrastructure — golf, dining, walking trails — that most neighborhoods can't match.
FORDS COLONY and the Williamsburg real estate market
Ford's Colony is one of Williamsburg's signature planned communities, and 235 Portstewart sits squarely in the middle of everything that makes it tick. The neighborhood wraps around a championship golf course, maintains miles of wooded walking and biking trails, and offers a genuine sense of community through its country club, pool facilities, and regular resident events. The streets are quiet and well-kept, and the tree canopy gives the whole area a settled, unhurried character that's hard to manufacture. Williamsburg itself is a city that punches well above its size — colonial history, a respected university, a walkable downtown, and a regional economy that stays steady through tourism, education, and defense. If you're comparing homes for sale in Williamsburg, the 23188 zip code consistently draws buyers who want suburban calm with quick access to both the historic district and the interstate corridor. The city sits roughly midway between Richmond and the Hampton Roads metro, making it a practical anchor for people with ties in multiple directions.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy from Portstewart. Murdoch's at Ford's Colony is less than a mile away — a full-service restaurant right inside the community, which means date night or a casual dinner with friends is almost effortless. Ford's Colony Country Club, also under a mile out, gives you access to golf, fitness facilities, and social programming without a long drive. For broader errands, Williamsburg's main retail corridors along Richmond Road and Monticello Avenue are a short hop, with grocery stores, pharmacies, and a full range of dining options. Colonial Williamsburg's historic district is reachable in about fifteen minutes, and Interstate 64 puts you on the road toward Richmond or Hampton Roads quickly.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Camp Peary is about twenty minutes from 235 Portstewart, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly twenty-eight — both manageable commutes from a home that gives a military household real space to settle in. The VA loan program is a strong fit here, and Ford's Colony's stability and amenities make it the kind of place families genuinely want to stay in across multiple duty cycles.
More buyer questions
How far is 235 Portstewart from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is approximately twenty minutes from 235 Portstewart under typical traffic conditions, making it one of the more manageable commutes for personnel assigned there. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about twenty-eight minutes in the same direction.
Is 235 Portstewart part of an HOA?
Yes, 235 Portstewart is located within Ford's Colony, which is a planned community governed by a homeowners association. The HOA maintains common areas, trails, and community standards throughout the neighborhood.
What is the flood zone status for 235 Portstewart?
Flood zone information for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA designation and what it means for insurance requirements.
How far is 235 Portstewart from downtown Williamsburg?
The Colonial Williamsburg historic district is roughly fifteen minutes from Ford's Colony, and the broader downtown corridor — with its restaurants, shops, and College of William & Mary campus — is similarly close.
What are the closest grocery stores to homes for sale in 23188?
The 23188 zip code is served by several grocery options along the Richmond Road and Monticello Avenue corridors, including a Harris Teeter and a Walmart Supercenter, both reachable in about ten to fifteen minutes from Portstewart.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Ford's Colony and the broader Williamsburg market well — reach out to get a straight-talking, no-pressure conversation about whether 235 Portstewart fits your plans.
