Why this home stands out
Square footage this generous is rare in the 23185 zip code. Built in 2001, this five-bedroom, four-bath home gives every member of the household real breathing room — dedicated spaces for work, guests, and gathering — without the trade-off of a cramped lot or a long commute. The proximity to Chickahominy Riverfront Park, just 0.4 miles away, adds an outdoor dimension that most large homes in the area simply can't match.
ALL OTHERS AREA 117 and the Williamsburg real estate market
Barretts Ferry Drive sits in a quiet residential pocket of James City County, on Williamsburg's western edge where the suburban grid softens into wooded lots and river corridors. The surrounding area has the unhurried feel of established Virginia countryside while keeping you connected to everything the city offers — Colonial Williamsburg's historic district, the College of William & Mary, and the retail and dining corridor along Richmond Road are all within a reasonable drive. Williamsburg itself punches well above its size: a small-city population with a full-service infrastructure, a strong arts and culture scene, and a steady calendar of events tied to its colonial heritage. Among Williamsburg homes for sale, addresses in this part of the city are especially appealing to buyers who want acreage-class lots and elbow room without sacrificing urban convenience. James City County jurisdiction means you're in one of the region's most fiscally stable localities — a quiet but meaningful advantage for long-term ownership.
What's nearby
The standout neighbor here is Chickahominy Riverfront Park, just 0.4 miles from the front door. The park offers boat ramps, fishing piers, a campground, and miles of open green space along the Chickahominy River — the kind of amenity that turns an ordinary afternoon into something worth remembering. For families comparing homes for sale in 23185, that kind of walkable outdoor access is genuinely hard to find. The broader Williamsburg area fills in the rest of daily life: grocery stores, pharmacies, coffee shops, and restaurants cluster along the Route 60 and Richmond Road corridors, and Interstate 64 puts you within reach of Newport News, Hampton, and the wider Hampton Roads region in under 45 minutes.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Camp Peary is about 28 minutes away, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 33 — both reachable without a brutal commute. A VA loan can make a home of this scale more accessible than you might expect, and the five-bedroom layout handles PCS moves with ease: room for a home office, a guest suite, and still space left over for the whole family to spread out.
For families upgrading
If your current home has everyone sharing walls and fighting for counter space, 3528 Barretts Ferry Drive is worth a serious look. Nearly 7,000 square feet means five real bedrooms, four full baths, and room for a dedicated office, playroom, or media space — whatever your household actually needs. Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Jamestown High School and homes for sale zoned for Matoaka Elementary School will find this address falls within both attendance zones.
More buyer questions
How far is 3528 Barretts Ferry Drive from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is approximately 28 minutes from the address under normal traffic conditions. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about 33 minutes, making this home a workable commute for personnel assigned to either installation.
What is Chickahominy Riverfront Park, and how close is it?
Chickahominy Riverfront Park is a James City County park with boat ramps, fishing access, picnic areas, and a campground along the Chickahominy River — and it's just 0.4 miles from the front door, an easy walk or a one-minute drive.
Is 3528 Barretts Ferry Drive 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 — check there for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.
Does this property have an HOA?
HOA status for 3528 Barretts Ferry Drive should be confirmed through current disclosure documents; your agent can pull that detail quickly during the due-diligence process.
How large is the home at 3528 Barretts Ferry Drive?
The home measures 6,934 square feet with five bedrooms and four bathrooms, making it one of the more spacious single-family properties among homes for sale in Williamsburg at this price tier.
Want to see 3528 Barretts Ferry Drive in person? Tom and Dariya Milan are happy to set up a private walkthrough — reach out and let's find a time that works for you.
