Why this home stands out
What sets 7639 Riverwatch Drive apart is the combination of new construction quality and genuine land — 2.77 acres is a rare find in this region. You're not trading a yard for square footage or vice versa. Built in 2026, everything from the systems to the finishes starts fresh, and the Riverwatch setting wraps it all in the kind of quiet that's genuinely hard to come by this close to the Peninsula's major corridors.
RIVERWATCH and the Gloucester real estate market
Riverwatch is a residential community in Gloucester County, Virginia, where larger lots and a slower pace define the character. Gloucester sits on the Middle Peninsula, separated from the Virginia Peninsula by the York River, and that geography shapes everything — the light, the landscape, and the way daily life feels. Gloucester, Virginia homes for sale in communities like Riverwatch tend to attract buyers who want acreage and privacy without sacrificing access to the wider Hampton Roads region. The county seat, Gloucester Courthouse, is a short drive away and anchors the area with a genuine small-town core: local shops, a historic district, and a farmers market that draws regulars year-round. The broader county is known for its agricultural roots, waterfront access along the Piankatank and York Rivers, and a community that values open space. For buyers coming from denser parts of Hampton Roads, Gloucester feels like a deliberate choice — and for most people who make it, it sticks.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are straightforward from Riverwatch. The Route 17 corridor in Gloucester gives you access to grocery stores, pharmacies, hardware stores, and local dining within a reasonable drive. Gloucester Courthouse Village offers a handful of independent restaurants and coffee spots worth exploring. For a broader retail run, the Williamsburg Premium Outlets and the shopping along Richmond Road are roughly 30 to 40 minutes south. Outdoor recreation is woven into the fabric of the area — the Beaverdam Park reservoir, the York River State Park, and numerous boat ramps and waterfront access points are all within the surrounding region.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about 41 minutes from Riverwatch, and Camp Peary sits roughly 35 minutes away — both manageable commutes from a 2.77-acre property that gives military families genuine space to decompress. A VA loan can make new construction like this more accessible than many buyers expect, and Gloucester's lower cost of living stretches that advantage further.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms, three full baths, 2,618 square feet, and nearly three acres — this is the kind of property families upgrade to when they're done compromising. Built in 2026, there's no punch list of repairs or updates to negotiate. The lot alone changes the equation: kids have room to roam, there's space for a future garage or outbuilding, and the neighborhood stays quiet.
More buyer questions
How far is 7639 Riverwatch Drive from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is approximately 41 minutes from 7639 Riverwatch Drive via Route 17 south and the George P. Coleman Bridge. The drive is straightforward with no toll crossings on that route.
How far is 7639 Riverwatch Drive from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is roughly 35 minutes from Riverwatch, making it the closer of the two nearest military installations. The route south on Route 17 is a direct corridor with minimal congestion outside peak hours.
What is the lot size at 7639 Riverwatch Drive?
The lot measures 2.77 acres, which is significantly larger than the typical residential parcel in the surrounding region and provides substantial privacy and outdoor space.
Is 7639 Riverwatch Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the parcel.
Does Riverwatch have a homeowners association?
Riverwatch does have an HOA — specific fee details and covenants should be confirmed during the due-diligence period with the relevant governing documents.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Gloucester County well. Reach out to schedule a walkthrough of 7639 Riverwatch Drive and get your questions answered firsthand.
