Why this home stands out
What sets 3597 Hickory Fork Road apart is the combination of generous square footage — 2,184 feet spread across four bedrooms — and Gloucester County's characteristically spacious, low-density feel. You're not wedged into a subdivision here. The address puts you on a named rural road with room to breathe, while still keeping two significant military installations well within a reasonable commute window.
ALL OTHERS AREA 121 and the Gloucester real estate market
Gloucester, Virginia sits on the Middle Peninsula, tucked between the York River to the south and the Piankatank River to the north. It's one of those places that still feels genuinely unhurried — county roads lined with mature trees, working farms alongside newer residential pockets, and a courthouse village that anchors local life with small shops, a farmers market, and longtime community businesses. Hickory Fork Road runs through a part of Gloucester that reflects the county's broader personality: residential without being dense, rural without being remote. The Gloucester Courthouse area is the cultural and commercial heart of the county, and it's close enough to reach without a second thought. For anything larger — Target, major medical centers, or waterfront dining — the Route 17 corridor connects you to Yorktown and the broader Hampton Roads region in under 30 minutes. Life in Gloucester moves at its own pace, and for many households, that's exactly the point.
What's nearby
Daily errands along the Route 17 and Hickory Fork corridor are straightforward. Gloucester's Main Street area offers local dining, hardware, and pharmacy options within a short drive. For grocery runs, you'll find Food Lion and other staples along the Route 17 commercial strip in Gloucester Courthouse. The York River State Park is roughly 20 minutes south, offering hiking and water access. Williamsburg's Colonial Williamsburg, shopping outlets, and additional dining and retail are about 30 minutes away — making weekend plans easy to pull together without a long haul.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Camp Peary is roughly 15 minutes from 3597 Hickory Fork Road, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about 23 minutes out — both well within a manageable daily commute. Gloucester County offers more space per dollar than many base-adjacent zip codes, and a VA loan can make ownership here a realistic goal for eligible service members and veterans.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms and over 2,100 square feet give a growing household real room to spread out. Gloucester County's lower density means larger lots, quieter streets, and the kind of breathing room that's genuinely hard to find closer to the urban core of Hampton Roads — without sacrificing access to the region's jobs, services, and amenities.
More buyer questions
How far is 3597 Hickory Fork Road from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is approximately 23 minutes from 3597 Hickory Fork Road via Route 17 south. The drive is straightforward with no major congestion points under normal conditions.
How far is 3597 Hickory Fork Road from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is roughly 15 minutes away, making it the closest major installation to this address. The route follows well-maintained county and state roads with a direct path south.
What is the lot and setting like at this address?
3597 Hickory Fork Road sits on a named rural road in Gloucester County, reflecting the area's characteristically spacious, low-density residential character — more land and separation between properties than you'd typically find in denser Hampton Roads submarkets.
Is there an HOA at 3597 Hickory Fork Road?
Based on available property data, this address does not appear to be governed by a homeowners association, which is consistent with many rural and semi-rural properties in Gloucester County.
What flood zone information is available for this property?
Flood zone designation for 3597 Hickory Fork Road is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the parcel.
Curious whether 3597 Hickory Fork Road fits your timeline and goals? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are happy to walk you through the details — reach out anytime.
