Why this home stands out
Three-plus acres in King William County gives you real separation from neighbors — space for a garden, outbuildings, animals, or simply a long backyard that feels like your own private preserve. The 1970 construction means solid bones and a floor plan that's been livable for decades, while the lot size opens the door to additions, detached garages, or workshop space that tighter suburban lots simply can't accommodate.
ALL OTHERS AREA 141 and the West Point real estate market
West Point sits at the confluence of the Mattaponi and Pamunkey rivers, where they join to form the York River — a geography that gives the town its nickname, 'The Gateway to the Chesapeake.' It's a small, unhurried community in King William County with a genuine small-town rhythm: local diners, the waterfront, and neighbors who tend to know each other by name. Custis Millpond Road puts you on the quieter, more rural edge of West Point, where 3.2 acres feels entirely natural rather than exceptional. The town itself is compact enough to navigate easily, yet connected enough via Route 33 and Route 30 to reach the broader Middle Peninsula and beyond. Richmond is roughly an hour northwest, Williamsburg sits about 30 minutes to the southeast, and the Hampton Roads metro is accessible via the Colonial Parkway corridor. For buyers searching for West Point Virginia real estate, this address represents the kind of land-rich opportunity that defines what this corner of the state does best.
What's nearby
Daily errands are manageable from Custis Millpond Road. West Point's small commercial core along Main Street handles basics, and the Food Lion in West Point covers routine grocery runs without a long drive. The Mattaponi River boat launch gives water access to kayakers and anglers within minutes of the address. For a wider retail or dining selection, Gloucester Court House is roughly 25 minutes east, and Williamsburg's full range of restaurants, shops, and services is about 30 minutes southeast via Route 60. The area rewards those who appreciate outdoor recreation — the surrounding rivers, creeks, and forested corridors make this part of King William County a natural fit for hunting, fishing, and paddling enthusiasts.
For different buyers
For families upgrading
If your current home feels like it's closing in, 3.2 acres changes the conversation entirely. Four bedrooms and two baths handle the everyday logistics, while the land handles everything else — room for kids to roam, space for a trampoline or fire pit, and enough buffer from neighbors that weekends actually feel like weekends. West Point's pace makes it a genuinely comfortable place to put down roots.
For buyers drawn to character
Homes on acreage with this kind of rural character don't surface often, and 5718 Custis Millpond Rd delivers the full picture — a 1970-built house with honest bones, 3.2 acres of land in King William County, and the kind of quiet that suburban zip codes simply can't replicate. If your vision involves land, privacy, and room to make the property your own over time, this address is worth a serious look.
More buyer questions
How far is 5718 Custis Millpond Rd from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is approximately 59 minutes from this address, making it a longer commute that works best for service members with flexible schedules or those who prioritize land and privacy over gate proximity.
What county is 5718 Custis Millpond Rd in?
The property is located in King William County, Virginia, which governs zoning, property taxes, and building permits for this address.
Is 5718 Custis Millpond Rd in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA designation and what it means for insurance requirements.
How large is the lot at 5718 Custis Millpond Rd?
The lot measures 3.2 acres, offering substantial space for outbuildings, gardens, recreational use, or simply a wide buffer of privacy from neighboring properties.
What is the drive time from 5718 Custis Millpond Rd to Williamsburg?
Williamsburg is roughly 30 minutes southeast via Route 60, putting its full range of dining, shopping, and services within a comfortable drive from this West Point address.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know the Middle Peninsula well — reach out to talk through what 5718 Custis Millpond Rd could mean for your next chapter.
