If you have orders taking you to the Hampton Roads area, then you probably already know that this region is a busy one! There’s lots of traffic, and when choosing a home, you may want to avoid a daily commute involving the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel system.
So, where do you look? If you’re looking for an area that’s a little quieter and still located near many military installations in this region, such as Norfolk Naval Station, Oceana NAS, Dam Neck Annex, Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Portsmouth Naval Medical Center, and NSA Northwest Annex, Chesapeake is a great place to start your house hunt!
From street to street, you'll find several walking and running trails, often edging the wilderness of the serene wetlands nearby. With good schools and good amenities, you’ll understand why so many military families choose to call Chesapeake home.
Moving to Hampton Roads? Take a Look at Gorgeous Homes for Sale in Chesapeake, Virginia
1) Gorgeous Home with Outdoor Living Space
520 Vespasian Circle — Chesapeake, VA
MilitaryByOwner Listing MBO1451549
For Sale: $600,000
This five-bedroom, four-bathroom home is conveniently located in Ravenna near Hampton Roads area duty stations and is every bit as luxurious as it looks. The all-brick exterior is simply stunning. And the wrought iron fence, immaculate landscaping, and grand entrance can easily take your breath away.
But it doesn’t stop there. Inside, you’ll find a beautifully balanced home — marrying the traditional qualities of homes many have favored, while embracing an open concept in the main living area. When you step through the front door, you’ll have the staircase leading to the second floor immediately in front of you.
The formal dining room is on your right, and the formal living room is on your left. As you make your way toward the back of the house through the living room, you’ll pass a bathroom and enter into the open area where there’s space for kids to play, an office, and casual area to dine.
Then there’s the kitchen, a second staircase to the upstairs, and the casual family room to unwind by the fireplace.
The kitchen is the center of this home. It’s a high-traffic area perfect for keeping an eye on activities. It’s complete with upgrades, white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a double oven, an island, a wine rack, and a beautiful window centered over the sink.
The family room features a fireplace and makes for a cozy space to unwind and spend time as a family.
Upstairs, you’ll find the bedrooms and FROG ("finished room over garage"). The master suite is bright and airy and has a private bathroom with his and hers sinks, a large soaking tub, a double-shower head walk-in shower, and a walk-in closet.
The additional bedrooms are all spacious — one of which has an attached bathroom.
While this home makes an incredible first impression and a warm and fuzzy feeling as you make your way through the interior, the real show stopper to this property is the outdoor living space. The screened-in porch with a skylight and TREX flooring make the perfect place to enjoy your cup of coffee in the morning.
The lit staircase leads down to the newly paved patio below and the 18 x 35-foot in-ground pool, complete with a saltwater generator. Can you imagine a better way to spend a Virginia summer than floating in the pool with a cool beverage in your hand?
Much of what makes this home incredible lies in the details:
- Hardwood floors
- Fresh paint
- Central vacuum system
- Coaxial CAT 5 internet wiring in all bedrooms
- Dual-zone A/C
- Sprinkler system
- And more!
If this home made an impression, be sure to click the link above where you can peruse the listing and find contact information.
2) Cul-de-Sac Home with Jack-and-Jill Bedrooms
103 Hanyen Court — Chesapeake, VA
MilitaryByOwner Listing MBO1450229
For Sale: $564,900
This five-bedroom, four-bathroom home is situated nicely on a cul-de-sac in Great Bridge. The all-brick exterior and beautiful landscape make a terrific first impression.
Inside, you’ll notice gorgeous finishes including the hardwood flooring, custom moldings, French doors, and 10-foot ceilings. Step inside, and you’ll notice the living room straight ahead. Complete with built-in bookcases, a fireplace, and lots of natural light, it's a cozy spot to snuggle in after a long day.
Semi-open to the living room is the gourmet kitchen. With cream-colored cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a big pantry, and a stove-top island, this space is exceptionally beautiful.
Upstairs, you’ll find the master suite. Grand is an understatement. This large bedroom with a sitting room, fireplace, large walk-in closet, and double tray ceiling is exactly where you want to wake up and start your day. The bathroom features a spacious double vanity, a large soaking tub, and tiled walk-in shower.
You’ll also find Jack-and-Jill bedrooms located on the second floor, a media/bonus room, and additional bedroom. The last bedroom is located on the first floor off of the living room--perfect as a guest room!
But the fun doesn’t stop there. Outside is a large fenced-in yard perfect for kids and dogs to run around and play.
Bonus: the deck is complete with a built-in gas grill line, making it easy to host large cookouts!
If you’re ready to continue your house hunt, click the link below to take a look at our Chesapeake, Virginia, city page and find all the listings for homes for sale and houses for rent in the area.
