Why this home stands out
Four and a quarter acres in Middlesex County is the kind of canvas that rarely surfaces. Whether you're envisioning a custom home, a small hobby farm, or a private retreat tucked back from the road, this parcel gives you the square footage to think big. The land sits in the ALL OTHERS AREA 125 designation — a broadly rural classification that keeps the surroundings open and unhurried, with Twigg Ferry Landing just half a mile away for easy water access.
ALL OTHERS AREA 125 and the Hartfield real estate market
Hartfield is the quiet heart of Middlesex County, a small Virginia jurisdiction that stretches between the Piankatank River and the Rappahannock River along the Middle Peninsula. Life here runs at a different pace — one measured by tidal creeks, working waterfronts, and long views across farmland. The community is tight-knit without being insular, and the rural character is genuine rather than manufactured. Route 33 connects Hartfield to the broader region, making Gloucester Courthouse and the Urbanna area reachable in under thirty minutes. For buyers comparing land in Middlesex County, this stretch of Twiggs Ferry Road represents the kind of acreage that anchors a long-term vision — whether that's a primary residence, a weekend property, or a working piece of Virginia countryside.
What's nearby
The most immediate landmark is Twigg Ferry Landing, a public park just half a mile from the parcel — a convenient put-in point for kayaks, canoes, or simply an afternoon by the water. The broader Hartfield area offers a general store, local marinas, and the small-town services that make rural living practical day to day. Urbanna, roughly fifteen minutes away, adds a historic downtown with waterfront dining and a well-known oyster festival each fall. Gloucester Courthouse expands the options further with grocery, pharmacy, and hardware options that cover most everyday needs.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Camp Peary is about 39 minutes from 862 Twiggs Ferry Road, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown sits roughly 43 minutes out — both reachable without highway gridlock. For service members who want acreage, privacy, and room to build on their own timeline, this parcel is a strong starting point. A VA loan can often be used for land purchases paired with a construction loan, so the path to ownership is worth exploring.
For buyers drawn to character
If you've been searching for land that feels genuinely rural — not a subdivision lot with a 'country' label — 862 Twiggs Ferry Road delivers. Four-plus acres in Middlesex County, water access a short walk away, and a surrounding landscape that hasn't been carved up. This is the kind of property that rewards patience and vision over a quick transaction.
More buyer questions
How far is 862 Twiggs Ferry Road from Camp Peary?
The drive from this parcel to Camp Peary is approximately 39 minutes under normal conditions, traveling west via Route 33 and connecting routes through Gloucester County.
What can you build on a 4.25-acre parcel in Middlesex County?
Middlesex County zoning allows for single-family residential construction on rural parcels of this size, and the acreage may also support agricultural uses or accessory structures. Confirming specific setbacks and permitted uses with the Middlesex County Planning Department before closing is always a good step.
Is 862 Twiggs Ferry Road in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this parcel is addressed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls the current FEMA designation for the property.
Where is the nearest water access to this property?
Twigg Ferry Landing, a public park with water access, is approximately half a mile from the parcel — an easy walk or a very short drive.
Can a VA loan be used to purchase land in Virginia?
VA loans are primarily designed for properties with an existing dwelling, but service members sometimes pair a land purchase with a VA construction loan. Speaking with a VA-experienced lender is the best way to map out the right financing path for a raw land purchase like this one.
Ready to walk the land at 862 Twiggs Ferry Road? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Middlesex County well — reach out and let's explore what this parcel could become for you.
