Why this home stands out
What sets this address apart is the combination of brand-new construction and a location that genuinely works. You're eight minutes from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown, surrounded by grocery stores, restaurants, and green space all within a mile, and positioned in a quiet Gloucester County community that doesn't require a long commute to reach. Homes for sale in Hayes at this stage of construction are rare — most buyers are choosing from existing stock.
RIVER CLUB AT TWIN ISLAND and the Hayes real estate market
Somerset Way sits in Hayes, a small but well-connected community on the York River side of Gloucester County. This part of Virginia has a distinctly unhurried character — wider lots, mature tree lines, and neighbors who tend to know each other — while still keeping you close to the practical infrastructure of daily life. Hayes is not a place that tries to be something it isn't. It's genuinely residential, genuinely convenient, and genuinely affordable relative to the broader Hampton Roads region. The nearest commercial corridor is less than a mile away, and the broader Gloucester Courthouse area is a short drive north. Richmond is roughly an hour west, and the Historic Triangle — Williamsburg, Yorktown, Jamestown — is well within reach for weekend exploring. Gloucester County's jurisdiction means lower density and a slower pace than the urban core of Norfolk or Virginia Beach, which is exactly the draw for many buyers who land here.
What's nearby
Daily errands are easy from Somerset Way. The Farmers Daughter Produce is just half a mile away — a local favorite for fresh goods — and Food Lion is under a mile for full grocery runs. Dollar General fills in the gaps at 0.7 miles. When you'd rather not cook, Sal's Sicilian Pizza & Restaurant is a four-minute walk at 0.4 miles, and Hardee's or McDonald's are both under a mile. Morning coffee comes from Starbucks Coffee Company at 0.7 miles or the McDonald's nearby. For fitness, Burn Boot Camp and Anytime Fitness are both within a mile. Abingdon Park, also at 0.8 miles, gives you green space for walks, kids, and weekend downtime.
For different buyers
Base commute and VA loan notes
Eight minutes to Naval Weapons Station Yorktown and eleven to Camp Peary makes Lot 31 Somerset Way one of the more strategically located new builds in the area. A VA loan can make new construction more accessible than many buyers expect, and buying at the lot stage means you can shape the home before it's finished. For military families comparing Hayes homes for sale, this address checks a lot of boxes.
For first-time buyers
New construction takes the guesswork out of your first purchase — everything is fresh, under warranty, and built to current code. At 1,827 square feet across four bedrooms and 3.1 baths, there's room to grow without overextending. Hayes keeps costs lower than the urban Hampton Roads core, and the surrounding conveniences mean you won't feel like you're trading access for affordability.
More buyer questions
How far is Lot 31 Somerset Way from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
The drive is approximately 8 minutes, making this one of the closer new-construction options to the base in Gloucester County. Camp Peary is about 11 minutes in the same direction.
What year was this home built?
Lot 31 Somerset Way is a 2027 new-construction home, meaning buyers at the right stage can still influence finishes and selections before the build is complete.
Is there an HOA for this property?
The Somerset Way development does have an HOA — confirm the current association details and any applicable rules with your agent before closing.
What is the flood zone status for this address?
Flood zone information for Lot 31 Somerset Way is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — review it carefully and discuss flood insurance implications with your lender and agent.
Where is Hayes, Virginia located relative to the rest of Hampton Roads?
Hayes sits on the northern bank of the York River in Gloucester County, across from Yorktown and the Historic Triangle. It's outside the dense urban core but well within reach of the broader Hampton Roads region via the Coleman Bridge.
Tom and Dariya Milan know this corner of Gloucester County well. Reach out to ask about the build timeline, lot details, or how a VA loan might work for new construction at this address.
