Why this home stands out
What sets 4534 George Washington Memorial Highway apart is its combination of mid-century bones and a genuinely convenient Gloucester County location. At just under 1,910 square feet, the layout offers four bedrooms — rare at this vintage — plus a half bath in addition to the full, giving the home more daily functionality than its era typically delivered. The highway frontage means you're connected without feeling hemmed in.
About the Hayes real estate market
Hayes is a small, unincorporated community in Gloucester County, Virginia, sitting on the western shore of the York River. It has a distinctly rural character — open land, mature trees, and a pace of life that feels removed from the bustle of the Peninsula without actually being far from anything important. The George Washington Memorial Highway corridor that runs through Hayes is the main artery connecting Gloucester County to the Greater Hampton Roads region via the Coleman Bridge, making this stretch one of the most practically located addresses in the county. Residents here tend to value elbow room, water proximity, and a genuine sense of community over urban density. Gloucester County governs the area, and the surrounding landscape reflects that — agricultural parcels, wooded lots, and the occasional waterfront property define the visual rhythm of the neighborhood. If the Hayes, Virginia real estate market interests you, this address sits right in the heart of what makes the area appealing.
What's nearby
Daily errands are more manageable than the rural setting might suggest. A short drive along the highway puts you near grocery options, hardware stores, and local dining in the broader Gloucester and Hayes corridor. The Coleman Bridge connects you to Yorktown and the Peninsula in minutes. Outdoor life is well-served too — the York River State Park is within easy reach, offering trails, fishing, and river access. For a quick coffee or a casual meal, local spots along the Route 17 corridor fill the gap without requiring a long haul into the city.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Camp Peary sits roughly 12 minutes away, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about 15 minutes out — both without the bridge-traffic headaches that plague Peninsula-side commutes. A VA loan can make a property like this especially accessible for eligible service members and veterans, and Gloucester County's lower cost of living stretches a BAH dollar further than many Hampton Roads zip codes.
For buyers drawn to character
Homes built in 1944 carry something newer construction simply can't replicate — proportions, materials, and a sense of history baked into the walls. Four bedrooms in a house of this vintage is genuinely uncommon, and the highway setting gives it a presence that a tucked-away subdivision lot never would. If you're drawn to homes with a story, 4534 George Washington Memorial Highway has one worth exploring.
More buyer questions
How far is 4534 George Washington Memorial Highway from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is approximately 12 minutes from this address by car, making it one of the closer residential options to that installation in Gloucester County.
How far is this address from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 15 minutes away, accessible via the Route 17 corridor and the Coleman Bridge.
What county is Hayes, Virginia in?
Hayes is an unincorporated community in Gloucester County, Virginia, which handles local governance, permitting, and property tax assessment for this address.
Is 4534 George Washington Memorial Highway in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this property is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the most current FEMA designation and what it means for insurance requirements.
Does this property have an HOA?
Based on available information, this property does not appear to be governed by a homeowners association, though buyers should confirm during the due-diligence period.
Curious about this Hayes address? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Gloucester County well — reach out and they'll walk you through everything this property has to offer.
