Why this home stands out
Raw acreage at this scale is genuinely hard to find in the Hampton Roads region. At 45 acres, this Shacklefords parcel gives you room for agriculture, timber, a private drive, outbuildings, and a custom home site — all without the constraints of a subdivision. There's no HOA shaping what you can do here. That kind of freedom, within an hour of the coast and major military installations, is a rare combination in coastal Virginia.
ALL OTHERS AREA 122 and the Shacklefords real estate market
Shacklefords sits in King and Queen County, one of Virginia's most rural and lightly developed counties, tucked between the Mattaponi River corridor and the Middle Peninsula's quiet back roads. The pace here is deliberate. Neighbors are measured in acres, not feet. You're not trading convenience for space — you're trading density for it, and most people who land here consider that a very good deal. The Shacklefords area land and farms market draws buyers who want genuine privacy alongside reasonable access to the broader Hampton Roads metro. From Plainview Lane, you can reach Gloucester Court House in under 30 minutes, and the wider services of the Peninsula — including Williamsburg and the Newport News corridor — in roughly 45 minutes. The land itself sits in a region shaped by agriculture, forestry, and a deep connection to the Chesapeake watershed. If the idea of owning a meaningful piece of Virginia's rural Middle Peninsula appeals to you, this is the right county to be looking in.
What's nearby
Day-to-day needs are met in West Point, about 20 minutes north, where you'll find grocery options, pharmacies, and fuel. Gloucester Court House, roughly 25 minutes southeast, adds hardware stores, medical offices, and a handful of local restaurants. For a broader range of retail and dining, Williamsburg is approximately 45 minutes away. Outdoor recreation is woven into the landscape here — the Mattaponi River, Dragon Run, and several public boat launches are all within easy reach for fishing, kayaking, and hunting. Camp Peary is about 28 minutes away, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 37 minutes out.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
If you're stationed at Naval Weapons Station Yorktown or Camp Peary and thinking long-term, 45 acres in King and Queen County is the kind of investment that holds its shape across multiple duty cycles. A VA loan can be used on land purchases that include a primary residence build, making this a viable path for eligible service members ready to put down real roots in Virginia.
For buyers drawn to character
Some buyers aren't looking for a neighborhood — they're looking for land that lets them define what home actually means. Forty-five acres in Shacklefords is a working canvas: space for a custom build, a barn, a garden, a woodlot, or all of the above. If your vision doesn't fit inside a subdivision plat, this parcel is worth a serious look.
More buyer questions
How far is 45ac Plainview Lane from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is approximately 37 minutes from Plainview Lane via US-17 and Route 33. The drive is straightforward and largely rural.
How far is 45ac Plainview Lane from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is roughly 28 minutes away, making this parcel a realistic option for personnel assigned there who want significant land and privacy.
What can you build or do on 45 acres in King and Queen County?
King and Queen County is rural and lightly regulated compared to more urbanized Virginia jurisdictions — the land is well-suited for a primary residence, agricultural use, timber management, hunting, or a combination of all of these. Always confirm current zoning and health department requirements for well and septic with the county directly.
Is 45ac Plainview Lane in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this parcel should be confirmed through FEMA's official flood map service or a licensed surveyor, as large rural tracts can include varied elevation and drainage characteristics across the acreage.
Where is the nearest town or services to Shacklefords, Virginia?
West Point is approximately 20 minutes north and offers grocery, pharmacy, and fuel options; Gloucester Court House is about 25 minutes southeast with a broader range of services including medical and hardware.
Curious whether this land fits your plans? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know the Middle Peninsula market well — reach out and let's talk through what 45 acres here could look like for you.
