Why this home stands out
Parcels of this size are genuinely uncommon in the Hampton Roads region. At approximately 96 acres, White Marsh Road gives you the kind of scale that opens real possibilities — whether that means agricultural use, recreational land, a private homestead, or a long-term hold in a county where large tracts rarely change hands. The rural setting along White Marsh Road means minimal neighbors, minimal noise, and a landscape that still looks the way Virginia is supposed to look.
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Elberon sits in Surry County, Virginia — a quiet, largely agricultural county on the south bank of the James River, about midway between the Hampton Roads metro and the Richmond suburbs. This is not a neighborhood in the subdivision sense; it's a stretch of rural Tidewater Virginia where farms, woodlands, and country roads define the character of the place. Surry County has one of the lowest population densities in the state, which means the land here has stayed land. You won't find strip malls or traffic lights on White Marsh Road. What you will find is a genuine sense of space — rolling fields, tree lines, and the kind of quiet that's increasingly hard to come by this close to a major metro. The county seat of Surry is a short drive away, and the historic Surry County courthouse area gives the region a grounded, small-town Virginia identity that residents tend to value deeply. For buyers drawn to rural Surry County land, this address delivers the real thing.
What's nearby
Surry County's rural character means your nearest everyday conveniences are a short drive rather than a walk, but the tradeoff is the land itself. The town of Surry is close by for basics, and Smithfield — known for its historic downtown and local dining — is reachable in under 30 minutes. The Surry Nuclear Power Station and the Chippokes Plantation State Park are both within the county, the latter offering hiking, farm history, and James River access. The Jamestown-Scotland Ferry, one of Virginia's free river crossings, connects Surry County directly to Williamsburg and the Historic Triangle, putting colonial-era attractions and a broader range of shopping within easy reach.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Base Langley-Eustis sits about 27 minutes from this address, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is roughly 36 minutes out — both reachable without touching major highway congestion. If you're weighing a VA loan purchase and want acreage rather than a subdivision lot, this parcel is worth a serious look. Large rural tracts near multiple installations are rare, and VA loan eligibility can extend to land purchases under the right financing structure.
For buyers drawn to character
If your idea of the right property involves waking up to nothing but your own land as far as you can see, 96 acres on White Marsh Road is the kind of find that doesn't come around often. Surry County has resisted the suburban creep that's absorbed so much of coastal Virginia, and this parcel reflects that — it's raw, it's real, and it rewards buyers who know what they want from a piece of ground.
More buyer questions
How far is 96AC White Marsh Road from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?
The drive from this Elberon parcel to Joint Base Langley-Eustis runs approximately 27 minutes under normal conditions. The route connects through Surry County roads to the James River crossing and into Newport News.
How far is 96AC White Marsh Road from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is approximately 36 minutes from this address. The Jamestown-Scotland Ferry can be part of that route, offering a scenic and often efficient James River crossing into the Williamsburg area.
What county is 96AC White Marsh Road located in?
This parcel is located in Surry County, Virginia — a rural Tidewater county on the south bank of the James River, known for its agricultural land, low density, and proximity to the Historic Triangle.
Is 96AC White Marsh Road in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this parcel is addressed in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Given the rural and inland character of much of Surry County, buyers should review the FEMA flood map data provided there for the specific acreage boundaries.
Can a VA loan be used to purchase land in Surry County, Virginia?
VA loan eligibility for raw land purchases depends on intended use and lender guidelines — it's not as straightforward as a standard home purchase, but options do exist, particularly if construction is planned. Speaking with a VA-experienced lender is the right first step.
Curious about what 96 acres in Surry County could mean for you? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this region well — reach out and let's talk through the possibilities.
