Why this home stands out
What sets 6478 Pocahontas Lane apart is its position in Hayes — a low-traffic, water-adjacent corner of Gloucester County that feels genuinely removed from the bustle while keeping you close to everything that matters. The 1995 build hits a sweet spot: solid construction from an era when floor plans were generous and rooms were built for real life, not just square footage counts. At 2,015 square feet across three bedrooms and two and a half baths, there's real breathing room here.
POWHATAN CHIMNEY and the Hayes real estate market
Hayes sits along the western shore of the York River in Gloucester County, and it has a character that's hard to replicate elsewhere in Hampton Roads. This isn't a dense suburb — it's a quieter, more rural-feeling community where properties have space around them and neighbors tend to know each other. The pace is unhurried, the roads are lined with mature trees, and the proximity to water shapes everything from the light to the weekend lifestyle. Pocahontas Lane itself is a residential street with a low-key, established feel. Gloucester County governs the area, which means a smaller-county atmosphere with its own schools, services, and community identity. Hayes Virginia real estate draws people who want to stay connected to the broader region without living inside it — and this address delivers exactly that. The George P. Coleman Memorial Bridge over the York River connects Hayes to the Peninsula in minutes, putting Yorktown, Newport News, and Hampton within comfortable reach. It's a genuinely distinctive place to put down roots.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands and outdoor time are both well within reach from Pocahontas Lane. Abingdon Park is less than a mile away — an easy walk or a quick bike ride — making it a natural spot for morning walks, weekend afternoons, or letting kids burn off energy without loading everyone into the car. Gloucester Courthouse, with its grocery options, pharmacies, and local dining, is a short drive north on Route 17. The broader Route 17 corridor gives you access to a solid mix of national retailers and local businesses without the congestion of more urbanized parts of Hampton Roads.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly nine minutes from 6478 Pocahontas Lane — a commute that's hard to beat anywhere in the region. Camp Peary sits at a similar distance. For military households weighing base access against quality of life, Hayes offers a genuine alternative to Peninsula congestion. A VA loan can make this address even more accessible; it's worth running the numbers with someone who knows the program.
For families upgrading
At 2,015 square feet with three bedrooms and two and a half baths, 6478 Pocahontas Lane gives a growing family real room to spread out. The 1995 construction means established bones and a layout designed around livability. Abingdon Park less than a mile away adds an outdoor anchor for active kids, and Gloucester County's smaller-community feel is the kind of environment where families tend to stay for the long haul.
More buyer questions
How far is 6478 Pocahontas Lane from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is approximately nine minutes from 6478 Pocahontas Lane under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer residential options to the base in the area.
What county is 6478 Pocahontas Lane in?
The property is located in Gloucester County, Virginia — a separate jurisdiction from the city of Hampton Roads municipalities, with its own county government, services, and community identity.
Is 6478 Pocahontas Lane in a flood zone?
Hayes has areas of varying flood risk given its proximity to the York River; the specific flood zone designation for this address is shown in the FloodRisk tile on this page.
How far is Hayes from the George P. Coleman Memorial Bridge?
The George P. Coleman Memorial Bridge, which connects Gloucester County to the York County side of the Peninsula, is just a few minutes from the Hayes area, putting Yorktown and the broader Peninsula within easy reach.
Does 6478 Pocahontas Lane have a garage?
Garage and parking details for this specific property are best confirmed through the current listing data or by scheduling a walkthrough with a local agent familiar with the address.
Curious whether 6478 Pocahontas Lane fits your next chapter? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Gloucester County well — reach out and let's talk through what you're looking for.