Why this home stands out
What sets 9072 Guinea Road apart is its address on one of Gloucester County's most storied rural routes, where mid-century homes sit on generous lots with room to breathe. The 1947 construction gives the property genuine character — solid bones, a compact and efficient footprint, and the kind of established lot maturity that newer subdivisions simply can't replicate. For buyers who want space, quiet, and quick base access, this combination is genuinely hard to find.
ALL OTHERS AREA 120 and the Hayes real estate market
Hayes is an unincorporated community in Gloucester County, Virginia, sitting along the western shore of the York River estuary. Guinea Road itself is one of the county's defining corridors — a long, rural stretch that winds through marshland, mature trees, and scattered waterfront properties before reaching the tip of the Guinea Neck peninsula. Life here moves at a deliberate pace. You're far enough from the noise of Virginia Beach or Norfolk to feel the difference immediately, yet close enough to the broader Hampton Roads region that errands and commutes remain manageable. Gloucester County operates its own government and services independently of the larger Hampton Roads cities, which means lower density and a distinctly small-town character. The Hayes zip code — 23072 — is a popular destination for buyers seeking the 9072 Guinea Road Hayes Virginia lifestyle: rural acreage, water proximity, and genuine breathing room without sacrificing access to military installations or everyday conveniences across the Coleman Bridge.
What's nearby
The George P. Coleman Memorial Bridge connects Hayes to Yorktown in minutes, putting the shops and restaurants of Yorktown's historic waterfront well within reach. Gloucester Courthouse, about 15 minutes north, is the county's commercial hub — home to grocery stores, pharmacies, hardware stores, and local dining. The York River State Park is a short drive away and offers hiking, paddling, and shoreline access. For larger retail needs, Newport News is accessible via the bridge, and the broader Peninsula corridor along Route 17 provides additional options for dining, healthcare, and daily errands.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is just 14 minutes from 9072 Guinea Road, and Camp Peary sits about 19 minutes away — making this address a practical fit for active-duty personnel stationed on the lower Peninsula. A VA loan can make a property like this especially accessible, and Gloucester County's lower cost of living stretches a housing budget further than many comparable Hampton Roads locations.
For buyers drawn to character
Homes built in 1947 carry something newer construction simply doesn't: a sense of place and permanence. The proportions are honest, the lot has had decades to mature, and Guinea Road itself has a quiet, unhurried character that draws buyers who want their home to feel rooted. If you're looking for a property with history and a setting that feels genuinely rural, 9072 Guinea Road is worth a close look.
More buyer questions
How far is 9072 Guinea Road from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
The drive from 9072 Guinea Road to Naval Weapons Station Yorktown takes approximately 14 minutes under normal traffic conditions, heading north via Route 17 and crossing the Coleman Bridge.
What county is 9072 Guinea Road, Hayes, VA in?
The property is located in Gloucester County, Virginia — an independent county jurisdiction separate from the cities of the Hampton Roads metro area, with its own government, services, and tax structure.
Is 9072 Guinea Road in a flood zone?
Guinea Road runs through a low-lying, water-adjacent area of Gloucester County, so flood zone status is an important consideration — check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation specific to this parcel.
How far is Hayes, Virginia from Newport News?
Hayes is roughly 10 to 15 minutes from Newport News via the George P. Coleman Memorial Bridge, making the city's retail corridors, healthcare facilities, and employment centers easily accessible from Guinea Road.
What is the lot and setting like at 9072 Guinea Road?
The property sits along Guinea Road on the Guinea Neck peninsula in Gloucester County — a rural corridor characterized by mature trees, marshland views, and low-density residential development that gives the area a distinctly quiet, semi-rural character.
Curious about 9072 Guinea Road or the Guinea Neck area? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this stretch of Gloucester County well — reach out and let's talk through what this address could mean for you.
