Why this home stands out
Properties like this one are genuinely rare. You're looking at more than eleven acres of land wrapped around a home that has stood since 1800, with five bedrooms and four and a half baths spread across 5,126 square feet. The scale, the age, and the acreage together create something that simply doesn't come up often in Middlesex County — or anywhere in the Tidewater region, for that matter.
About the Deltaville real estate market
Deltaville sits at the tip of a peninsula where the Piankatank River meets the Chesapeake Bay, and it has a character that's entirely its own. This is a working waterfront community — marinas, boatyards, and crab pots are part of the scenery — but it's also deeply residential, with long-established families and a pace of life that feels intentionally unhurried. Middlesex County governs the area, and the surrounding landscape is a mix of farmland, tidal creeks, and wooded lots that give the whole region a sense of openness you won't find closer to the urban core. Deltaville is roughly 90 miles from Virginia Beach and sits well outside the orbit of Hampton Roads, which means it draws a different kind of buyer — one looking for land, privacy, and a genuine connection to the Chesapeake. While buyers searching for homes near jeb little creek will find that base is several hours away, Deltaville offers something different: a slower rhythm, serious acreage, and a historic property that anchors you to one of Virginia's most storied coastal communities.
What's nearby
Daily life in Deltaville keeps things simple and local. Deltaville Market covers your everyday grocery needs, and there are several marinas — including Deltaville Boatyard and Stingray Point Marina — within a few minutes of Felton Road. The Deltaville Community Center and Deltaville Library are close by for local events and quiet afternoons. For a wider range of dining and retail, Urbanna is about 20 minutes north, and Gloucester Courthouse is roughly 30 minutes away. The Rappahannock River is a short drive for fishing, kayaking, and waterfront dining, and the broader Northern Neck wine trail is within easy weekend reach.
For different buyers
For families upgrading
Five bedrooms and 5,126 square feet give a growing family genuine room to spread out — and 11.46 acres means the yard isn't measured in feet, it's measured in fields. Whether you're thinking about a home office, a workshop, a garden, or simply space for kids to roam without a fence line in sight, 522 Felton Road offers the kind of square footage and land that most upgrading families spend years trying to find.
For buyers drawn to character
If you've been searching for a property with a real story — not just age, but presence — 522 Felton Road delivers. Built in 1800, this is a home that has outlasted centuries of change along the Chesapeake. The bones are historic, the acreage is substantial, and the setting in Deltaville's waterfront community adds a layer of authenticity that no new construction can replicate. For buyers who want a home that means something, this is a serious candidate.
More buyer questions
How far is 522 Felton Road from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is approximately 47 minutes from 522 Felton Road, heading west via Route 33 and Route 17 through Gloucester County.
What is the lot size at 522 Felton Road?
The property sits on 11.46 acres, which is one of the larger residential parcels available in the Deltaville area of Middlesex County.
Is 522 Felton Road in a flood zone?
Deltaville properties vary in flood zone designation given the area's proximity to tidal creeks and the Chesapeake Bay — check the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page for the specific designation assigned to 522 Felton Road.
How old is the house at 522 Felton Road?
The home was built in 1800, making it well over two centuries old and one of the more historically significant residential structures in Middlesex County.
What county is Deltaville, Virginia in?
Deltaville is located in Middlesex County, Virginia, which governs zoning, property taxes, and public services for the area.
Want to walk the acreage or get a feel for the historic layout? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this region well — reach out and let's set something up.
