Why this home stands out
What sets 7563 South Shore Drive apart is the combination of scale and seclusion. Nearly four acres in an established waterfront-adjacent neighborhood is a rare find in this part of Gloucester County. The 2011 build means you're getting a modern floor plan — open, functional, and built to current standards — without sacrificing the wooded privacy that older rural properties often trade away for updates.
RIVERWATCH and the Gloucester real estate market
Riverwatch is one of Gloucester's more sought-after residential communities, known for its generous lot sizes, mature tree canopy, and a relaxed pace that feels genuinely removed from the bustle of the Peninsula. South Shore Drive sits within that setting comfortably — you're surrounded by other well-kept homes on large parcels, which keeps the neighborhood feeling open and unhurried. Gloucester itself is a small, tight-knit county on the Middle Peninsula, separated from the York County side by the York River. The county seat area along Route 17 puts everyday errands within a short drive, and the historic Courthouse Village area adds a layer of small-town character that residents tend to appreciate deeply. For buyers who want space, greenery, and a genuine sense of community without the density of Virginia Beach or Norfolk, Gloucester delivers — and the Riverwatch neighborhood is one of the better addresses within it.
What's nearby
Day-to-day life from South Shore Drive is straightforward. The Route 17 corridor in Gloucester brings grocery options, pharmacies, and casual dining within roughly ten to fifteen minutes. Gloucester Courthouse Village is close enough for a quick coffee run or a weekend browse through local shops. For outdoor time, the York River State Park is an easy drive and offers trails, fishing, and river access. Williamsburg's broader retail and dining scene is accessible in under forty minutes, and the Historic Triangle — Jamestown, Williamsburg, Yorktown — sits within a comfortable day-trip range any time you want it.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 41 minutes from South Shore Drive, and Camp Peary sits about 35 minutes out — both reasonable commutes given what you're getting on this end. A VA loan can make a property like this genuinely accessible, and the lot size means you have room for whatever the next few years of military life requires: a workshop, a garden, space for kids, or simply a buffer from the neighbors.
For families upgrading
If you've been in a smaller home and the walls have started closing in, 3,030 square feet across four bedrooms and 3.1 baths gives everyone their own space without compromise. The nearly four-acre lot means kids have room to actually run around, and the 2011 build means the big systems — roof, HVAC, mechanicals — are relatively young. This is the kind of property families move into and stay in.
More buyer questions
How far is 7563 South Shore Drive from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is approximately 41 minutes from the property via Route 17 south. The drive is mostly two-lane highway through Gloucester and York County with minimal traffic outside of peak commute windows.
How far is 7563 South Shore Drive from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is roughly 35 minutes away, making it one of the closer base options for residents of this address. The route follows Route 17 south toward Williamsburg.
What is the lot size at 7563 South Shore Drive?
The lot measures 3.83 acres, which is substantially larger than the typical residential parcel in the area and provides meaningful separation from neighboring properties.
Is 7563 South Shore Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this property is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the parcel.
What county is 7563 South Shore Drive located in?
The property is located in Gloucester County, Virginia, which sits on the Middle Peninsula between the York River to the south and the Piankatank River to the north.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Gloucester well. Reach out to talk through the property, the neighborhood, or what the path to ownership looks like for your situation.
