Why this home stands out
Built in 2016, this home hits a sweet spot that older stock rarely offers: modern construction standards, a flexible four-bedroom floor plan with three full baths plus a half bath, and 2,650 square feet of space that actually breathes. Hayes sits in Gloucester County — a quieter, less congested corner of Hampton Roads where you trade highway gridlock for a slower pace without sacrificing proximity to the Peninsula's major employers and bases.
RIVER CLUB AT TWIN ISLAND and the Hayes real estate market
Hayes is a small, unincorporated community in Gloucester County, Virginia, perched on the western shore of the York River. It has the feel of a place where neighbors still wave from the driveway — low-density, mostly residential, with a genuine small-town rhythm that's increasingly hard to find in Hampton Roads. Somerset Way sits in a well-kept pocket of that community, where newer construction from the 2010s lines quiet streets. Gloucester County is independent from the city grid that defines most of the region, which means less traffic, more green space, and a different pace of daily life. The county seat of Gloucester Courthouse is a short drive north, and the Coleman Bridge connects Hayes directly to Yorktown and the broader Peninsula in minutes. For buyers comparing homes in Gloucester County to busier submarkets, the trade-off is clear: you gain breathing room and community character without isolating yourself from the jobs, bases, and amenities that make Hampton Roads work.
What's nearby
Daily errands are genuinely walkable from Somerset Way. The Farmers Daughter Produce is just half a mile out — a local favorite for fresh goods — and Food Lion is under a mile for a full grocery run. Sal's Sicilian Pizza & Restaurant is only four-tenths of a mile away, which makes Friday nights easy. A Starbucks Coffee Company sits at 0.7 miles for the morning routine, and Abingdon Park is right at 0.8 miles when you need to get outside. Burn Boot Camp and Anytime Fitness are both within a mile for anyone who takes their workouts seriously. Between the produce stand, the grocery, the pizza spot, and the park, Somerset Way covers the basics without a long drive.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is eight minutes away, and Camp Peary is twelve — making 2378 Somerset Way one of the more strategically located addresses in Gloucester County for active-duty households. The VA loan is a natural fit here, and the four-bedroom layout handles PCS moves and growing families with room to spare. Fewer stoplights between the gate and your driveway is a quality-of-life detail that adds up fast.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms, three full baths, a half bath, and 2,650 square feet built in 2016 — this is the kind of home that absorbs a growing household without feeling crowded. Gloucester County's lower density means the kids have room to move, Abingdon Park is under a mile away, and the neighborhood has the settled, stable character that families upgrading from a starter home are usually looking for.
More buyer questions
How far is 2378 Somerset Way from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
The drive is approximately eight minutes under normal conditions. For active-duty personnel stationed at Naval Weapons Station Yorktown, Somerset Way is one of the closest residential options in Gloucester County.
What county is Hayes, Virginia in?
Hayes is an unincorporated community in Gloucester County, Virginia. Gloucester County operates independently from the city jurisdictions that cover most of Hampton Roads, which affects tax structure, services, and the overall pace of the area.
Is 2378 Somerset Way in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. Gloucester County does include flood-prone areas near the York River, so reviewing that tile before making decisions is worthwhile.
How does the Coleman Bridge affect commutes from Hayes?
The Coleman Bridge connects Hayes directly to Yorktown and the broader Peninsula, making it the primary route for commuters heading toward Newport News, Hampton, or Williamsburg. Most Peninsula destinations are reachable in 20 to 35 minutes depending on traffic.
Does 2378 Somerset Way have an HOA?
HOA status for this property is confirmed in the listing details section of this page. If an HOA is in place, it covers the Somerset Way community in Hayes — check the details tile for current governance information.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Gloucester County inside and out — reach out to get your questions answered and schedule a walkthrough of 2378 Somerset Way.
