Why this home stands out
Land this size in Gloucester County doesn't come along often. At just under 43 acres, 42.99 Willis Road offers genuine scale — enough for a primary residence with room to spare, agricultural use, outbuildings, or a combination of all three. The rural character of Willis Road means you get real privacy without being far from everyday conveniences, and Gloucester's low-density zoning environment gives buyers meaningful flexibility in how they choose to develop or preserve the land.
About 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 — a part of the state where the pace is deliberately slower and the landscape still feels genuinely rural. The county seat, Gloucester Courthouse, anchors a small-town core with local dining, a farmers market, and a historic district that dates back centuries. Willis Road sits within that broader rural fabric, where large parcels, working farms, and wooded tracts define the character of the surrounding area. Gloucester County has long attracted buyers who want acreage, privacy, and a connection to the land without sacrificing reasonable access to the wider Hampton Roads region. The drive into the Virginia Peninsula — and from there to the broader metro — is straightforward via Route 17, making this corner of the Middle Peninsula more connected than its quiet roads might suggest.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are handled in the Gloucester Courthouse area and along the Route 17 corridor, where you'll find grocery options, pharmacies, hardware stores, and local restaurants within a reasonable drive. The historic Gloucester Courthouse village offers a genuine small-town feel with independent shops and seasonal community events. Outdoor recreation is close at hand — the York River State Park is accessible from the Peninsula side, and the Gloucester area's waterways offer boating and fishing opportunities throughout the warmer months. Camp Peary is roughly 20 minutes away, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is approximately 29 minutes from the property.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
If you're stationed at Camp Peary or Naval Weapons Station Yorktown and you've been thinking about buying land rather than a finished house, 42.99 Willis Road puts nearly 43 acres within a 20-to-30-minute commute of both installations. A VA loan can be used toward the purchase of land when paired with construction financing — worth exploring if building a custom home on your own acreage has been the goal.
For buyers drawn to character
For buyers who've been searching for something that isn't a subdivision lot or a cookie-cutter floor plan, this is it. Nearly 43 acres in Gloucester County means you define the layout, the setbacks, the outbuildings, and the overall vision. There's no HOA shaping your decisions here — just land, space, and the freedom to build something that actually reflects how you want to live.
More buyer questions
How far is 42.99 Willis Road from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is approximately 20 minutes from the property via Route 17 south. It's one of the closer military installations to this part of Gloucester County.
How far is 42.99 Willis Road from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 29 minutes away, accessible via Route 17 and the George P. Coleman Memorial Bridge. The drive follows a straightforward rural-to-highway route.
What can the land at 42.99 Willis Road be used for?
Gloucester County's rural zoning generally supports a range of uses including residential construction, agricultural activity, and forestry — though buyers should confirm current zoning designations and any applicable use restrictions with Gloucester County directly before making decisions.
Is 42.99 Willis Road in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this parcel should be verified through FEMA's official flood map service or with a licensed surveyor, as designation can vary across a large acreage parcel depending on topography and proximity to waterways.
Can a VA loan be used to purchase land in Gloucester, Virginia?
A VA loan on its own is designed for properties with an existing dwelling, but veterans and active-duty service members sometimes combine a VA construction loan with a land purchase — speaking with a VA-experienced lender is the best way to understand current options for this type of transaction.
Curious about what's possible on nearly 43 acres in Gloucester? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are happy to walk you through next steps — reach out anytime at vahome.com.
