Why this home stands out
What sets 266 Nottingham Road apart is its generous square footage for a mid-century build — nearly 3,000 square feet gives you room to spread out in ways that newer, similarly priced homes in the area rarely match. The 1966 construction era typically means solid bones, larger lot footprints, and established mature landscaping that younger subdivisions simply haven't had time to grow into. Add two and a half baths across four bedrooms and you have a layout that handles both everyday routines and weekend guests without anyone feeling squeezed.
QUEENS LAKE and the Williamsburg real estate market
Nottingham Road sits in a quiet residential pocket of Williamsburg, Virginia — one of the most historically layered cities on the East Coast. The surrounding streets carry that classic early-1960s neighborhood feel: wide lots, mature trees arching over the pavement, and a pace of life that doesn't rush you. Williamsburg itself is a city that punches well above its size. You get genuine small-city walkability in some corridors, a thriving arts and dining scene anchored by Colonial Williamsburg and the College of William & Mary, and a regional economy that stays stable thanks to tourism, education, and a steady military presence. James City County and York County both border this part of the city, which means you're close to multiple jurisdictional resources without being far from anything. For buyers who want history, green space, and real community character baked into their daily backdrop, this address delivers.
What's nearby
New Quarter Park is the standout nearby amenity — just 0.8 miles from the front door. It's a York County gem with hiking and equestrian trails, kayak and canoe launches onto the Mattaponi Creek, and picnic areas that make a Tuesday afternoon feel like a weekend. The broader Williamsburg corridor puts grocery runs, pharmacies, and everyday retail within a short drive along Penniman Road and the Route 17 corridor. Downtown Williamsburg's restaurants, coffee shops, and the College of William & Mary campus are all reachable in under fifteen minutes, giving you that rare combination of quiet neighborhood streets and easy access to real urban amenities.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Camp Peary is roughly five minutes from the front door, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about thirteen — making 266 Nottingham Road one of the more strategically located addresses in the area for dual-base households. Four bedrooms handle PCS moves with kids in tow, and using a VA loan to finance a nearly 3,000-square-foot home in a stable Williamsburg neighborhood is a combination worth running the numbers on.
For buyers drawn to character
If you've toured enough new construction to know that 9-foot ceilings and granite countertops don't automatically equal character, 266 Nottingham Road will feel refreshing. The 1966 build date means real architectural proportions, a lot that's had sixty-plus years to mature, and a neighborhood where the trees are actually tall. This is the kind of address where the bones are the selling point.
More buyer questions
How far is 266 Nottingham Road from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is approximately five minutes from 266 Nottingham Road, making it one of the closest residential options to the base in the Williamsburg area. The drive is straightforward with no major highway interchange required.
How far is 266 Nottingham Road from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about thirteen minutes away under typical traffic conditions. The route via Route 17 north is direct and well-traveled by commuters in the area.
What is the lot and neighborhood like around Nottingham Road?
The street reflects classic mid-century residential development — established lots, mature tree canopy, and a low-traffic neighborhood feel that's become harder to find in newer Williamsburg subdivisions.
Is 266 Nottingham Road in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.
Where is the nearest park to 266 Nottingham Road?
New Quarter Park is just 0.8 miles away and offers hiking trails, equestrian paths, and water access via kayak and canoe launches onto Mattaponi Creek — an exceptional outdoor resource for a neighborhood this close to the city.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Williamsburg well — reach out to get a straight-talk walkthrough of everything 266 Nottingham Road has to offer.
