Why this home stands out
What sets 8086 Beaver Pond Road apart is the combination of a well-proportioned 1,872-square-foot floor plan and the unhurried pace of Gloucester County living — without sacrificing practical access to the broader Hampton Roads region. Built in 2002, the home hits a sweet spot between established construction and modern livability, and the surrounding landscape leans green and spacious rather than dense and suburban.
ALL OTHERS AREA 121 and the Gloucester real estate market
Gloucester, Virginia sits on the Middle Peninsula along the York River, and it carries a distinctly different energy from the more urban corners of Hampton Roads. The county seat — Gloucester Courthouse — anchors the area with a historic district, local shops, and a farmers market culture that feels genuinely rooted rather than curated. Beaver Pond Road sits within this broader Gloucester fabric: residential, spread out, and surrounded by mature trees and open land that give the area its rural-residential character. Gloucester is the kind of place where neighbors wave, traffic is manageable, and the outdoors is always close. The York River and Mobjack Bay draw boaters, kayakers, and fishing enthusiasts year-round, and the county's parks and boat landings make water access genuinely easy. For a home in Gloucester County, 8086 Beaver Pond Road puts you in a spot that balances privacy and convenience in a way that's hard to replicate closer to the city.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are straightforward from Beaver Pond Road. The Gloucester Courthouse area — roughly 10 minutes away — covers grocery runs, pharmacies, hardware, and dining. Gloucester's Main Street corridor has locally owned restaurants, coffee stops, and boutique shops worth exploring on a slow weekend morning. For larger retail needs, the Route 17 commercial corridor fills in the gaps. Outdoor recreation is genuinely close: the York River State Park is under 30 minutes, and several public boat landings give you quick access to the water. Williamsburg is about 35 to 40 minutes west, adding a broader range of dining, entertainment, and services when you want them.
For different buyers
Base commute and VA loan notes
Camp Peary is about 30 minutes from 8086 Beaver Pond Road, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown sits roughly 35 minutes away — both reasonable commutes by Hampton Roads standards. Gloucester County offers a quieter, more spread-out alternative to base-adjacent neighborhoods, and eligible buyers can put a VA loan to work here just as effectively as anywhere else in the region.
For first-time buyers
A 1,872-square-foot, 3-bedroom home built in 2002 gives first-time buyers a solid foundation — not too small to grow into, not so large it becomes a burden. Gloucester County's pace of life is approachable, the community is tight-knit, and the property sits in a residential setting where you can settle in without feeling like you're in the middle of everything all at once.
More buyer questions
How far is 8086 Beaver Pond Road from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is approximately 35 minutes from 8086 Beaver Pond Road via Route 17 south. The drive is mostly highway and moves efficiently outside of peak commute windows.
How far is 8086 Beaver Pond Road from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is roughly 30 minutes from the property, making it one of the closer military installations to this Gloucester County address. Most of the route follows Route 17 toward Williamsburg.
What is the flood zone status for 8086 Beaver Pond Road?
Gloucester County properties vary in flood zone designation depending on proximity to tidal waterways and drainage areas. The flood risk detail for this specific address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page.
Is there a homeowners association at 8086 Beaver Pond Road?
HOA status for this property is noted in the listing details above. Gloucester County has a mix of HOA and non-HOA residential communities, so it's worth confirming for this specific address.
What is Gloucester, Virginia like as a place to live?
Gloucester is a rural-residential county on Virginia's Middle Peninsula, known for its waterfront access, historic courthouse village, and a slower pace compared to urban Hampton Roads. It draws residents who want space, nature, and community without being completely removed from the broader metro area.
Ready to take a closer look at 8086 Beaver Pond Road? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Gloucester County well — reach out and let's talk through what this home and area could mean for you.