Why this home stands out
New construction in 2026 means everything — mechanicals, finishes, roof, systems — starts fresh on day one. You're not inheriting someone else's deferred maintenance or dated floor plan. The layout stretches across 1,827 square feet with three bedrooms and four bathrooms total, giving you real flexibility whether you need a dedicated home office, a guest room, or space for a growing household. Hayes sits in Gloucester County, which adds a quieter, less congested character than the urban cores across the water.
RIVER CLUB AT TWIN ISLAND and the Hayes real estate market
Hayes is a small, unincorporated community on the York River side of Gloucester County — the kind of place where the pace slows down without cutting you off from anything you actually need. The area has a distinctly coastal-rural feel: you're close enough to the water to feel it in the air, but the neighborhood itself is residential and low-key. Gloucester County governs the area, which means a different tax structure and a different vibe than Virginia Beach or Norfolk. Getting around is straightforward — Route 17 is the main corridor, and it connects you north toward Gloucester Courthouse and south across the Coleman Bridge into Yorktown and the broader Hampton Roads region. The drive to Williamsburg runs about 25 minutes, and Newport News is reachable in roughly 30. For a new-construction home in this price range, Hayes offers a genuinely rare combination: modern build, manageable commutes, and a neighborhood that hasn't been overdeveloped.
What's nearby
Daily life at 2352 Somerset Way is easier than you might expect for a quieter Gloucester County address. The Farmers Daughter Produce is just half a mile away — a local option that beats a big-box run for fresh items. Food Lion sits 0.8 miles out for a full grocery shop, and Dollar General covers quick household needs at 0.7 miles. When you'd rather not cook, Sal's Sicilian Pizza & Restaurant is four-tenths of a mile away — close enough to walk on a good evening. Hardee's and McDonald's are both under a mile. Coffee is covered by Starbucks at 0.7 miles. Fitness options include Burn Boot Camp and Anytime Fitness, both within a mile, and Abingdon Park rounds out the picture for outdoor time just 0.8 miles from your front door.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Eight minutes to Naval Weapons Station Yorktown makes 2352 Somerset Way one of the more practical addresses in Gloucester County for active-duty households. Camp Peary is 12 minutes in the other direction. A VA loan is a natural fit for a new-construction purchase like this — no seller-deferred maintenance to negotiate around, and a clean appraisal process. Gloucester County's lower traffic density also means the daily commute doesn't eat your morning.
For families upgrading
Three bedrooms, four bathrooms, and 1,827 square feet of brand-new construction give an upgrading family real room to grow without the renovation projects that come with older inventory. Everything from the plumbing to the finishes is 2026-spec. Abingdon Park is under a mile away for weekend afternoons, groceries are within easy reach, and the Gloucester County setting trades congestion for breathing room — a trade most families are happy to make.
More buyer questions
How far is 2352 Somerset Way from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
The drive runs about eight minutes under normal conditions, making this one of the closer residential options in Gloucester County to the base's main gate. Route 17 south is the straightforward route.
Is 2352 Somerset Way in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA designation and what it means for insurance requirements.
What is the property type and year built for 2352 Somerset Way?
It's a residential single-family home built in 2026, which means it's new construction with modern systems, current building codes, and no deferred maintenance from prior ownership.
Does 2352 Somerset Way have an HOA?
Somerset Way does have an HOA — specific fee amounts are not published here, but your agent can pull the current disclosure packet, which includes dues, rules, and reserve fund status.
Where is Hayes, Virginia, and how does it connect to the rest of Hampton Roads?
Hayes sits in Gloucester County on the north side of the York River, connected to Yorktown and the Peninsula via the Coleman Bridge on Route 17. Williamsburg is roughly 25 minutes north, and Newport News is about 30 minutes south.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Gloucester County well. Reach out to get a straight answer on availability, comparable sales, and next steps for 2352 Somerset Way.
