Why this home stands out
What sets 9614 Spring Branch Drive apart is its location in Mathews County — one of the quieter, less-trafficked corners of coastal Virginia where the pace genuinely slows down. You're not trading convenience for peace, though. Naval Weapons Station Yorktown and Camp Peary are both reachable within 35 minutes, and the Chesapeake Bay's tributaries and shoreline are practically at your doorstep. Three full baths plus a half bath across 2,172 square feet gives everyone in the household real breathing room.
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North, Virginia sits in Mathews County — a small, water-rimmed peninsula county that juts into the Chesapeake Bay and has deliberately stayed low-key. There are no traffic lights in Mathews County, and that's a point of local pride. The landscape is defined by tidal creeks, working waterfronts, and stretches of loblolly pine. Spring Branch Drive itself is a residential street with a settled, established feel — homes here were built over the 1980s and 1990s, and the lots tend to be generous. Mathews County is governed independently of any surrounding city, which means lower density and a genuine small-town character that's increasingly rare this close to the Virginia coast. Residents who move here from busier Hampton Roads corridors consistently describe the adjustment as an exhale. If you're comparing homes for sale in Virginia 23128, you'll find that this zip code consistently offers more land and more quiet per square foot than almost anywhere else in the region.
What's nearby
Mathews Courthouse, the county seat, is a short drive from Spring Branch Drive and holds the essentials: a grocery option, local pharmacy, hardware store, and a handful of restaurants and coffee spots that regulars swear by. The Mathews Market and nearby eateries along Main Street give daily errands a walkable, small-town rhythm once you're in town. For a broader retail run, Gloucester Courthouse is roughly 20 minutes away and adds big-box options. Water access — boat ramps, marinas, and public landings on the East River and Piankatank River — is one of the area's defining practical perks and puts fishing, kayaking, and crabbing within easy reach year-round.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Camp Peary is about 30 minutes from Spring Branch Drive, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown comes in around 35 — both are manageable commutes that open up a part of Virginia most military families never consider. VA loan eligibility stretches further in Mathews County, where purchase prices tend to sit well below the Hampton Roads metro average. The county's low density and tight-knit community feel make it a strong fit for families who want space and stability between orders.
For buyers drawn to character
Mathews County is the kind of place people discover by accident and then can't stop thinking about. No traffic lights, tidal creeks around every bend, a working waterfront culture that's been here for generations — 9614 Spring Branch Drive puts you inside all of that. The 1988 construction gives you a solid bones foundation, and the 2,172 square feet of interior space is a canvas, not a constraint. If you've been searching for something genuinely different from the standard suburban grid, this address deserves a serious look.
More buyer questions
How far is 9614 Spring Branch Drive from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is approximately 30 minutes from 9614 Spring Branch Drive via Route 17 and Route 14. The drive is mostly rural highway with minimal traffic, so commute times are consistent throughout the day.
How far is 9614 Spring Branch Drive from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 35 minutes from Spring Branch Drive heading northwest through Gloucester County. The route is straightforward and avoids the heavier congestion typical of the Hampton Roads core.
Is 9614 Spring Branch Drive in a flood zone?
Mathews County has areas of varying flood risk given its coastal peninsula geography. The FloodRisk tile on this page reflects the current FEMA flood zone designation for this specific address — review it carefully before making any decisions.
What county is 9614 Spring Branch Drive in?
The property is in Mathews County, Virginia — an independent county jurisdiction separate from any incorporated city. Mathews County has its own tax structure, services, and zoning rules distinct from surrounding localities.
Are there water access points near 9614 Spring Branch Drive?
Yes — Mathews County has numerous public boat ramps and landings on tidal rivers and creeks feeding into the Chesapeake Bay, several of which are within a short drive of Spring Branch Drive. The East River and Piankatank River are among the closest access points.
Tom and Dariya Milan know Mathews County and the surrounding coastal Virginia market well — reach out to talk through what 9614 Spring Branch Drive could look like for your situation.
