Escape to Your Dream Waterfront Home Plus Charming Guest Cottage where Luxury meets Tranquility. Tucked Away on 2.72 of Serene Country Acres with a Southern Exposure & Breathtaking Panoramic Waterfront Views of the Ware River from Every Room. Step Outside of your 30’ x 13’ All Teak Screen Porch or Future All Season Room to a Stone Patio, Expansive Front Lawn for Children & Pet Play, Morning Coffees, Evening Sunsets or Hosting Outdoor Barbecues with Picturesque Water Vistas. Present Owners have Totally Customized an Extensive & Thoughtful Renovation using the Finest Finishes & Materials on both the Home & Two Bedroom Cottage. Created a Comfortable “Open Concept Floor Plan" that is Sun-Drenched with Natural Light! There are Windows Galore on All Four Sides of the Home, Too! Boasting An Eat-In Kitchen Marvelously Complete with The Top of the Line Stainless Steel Appliances and Gas Cooking, Soaring Ceiling with Recessed Lighting, Rich Hardwood Floors, Insulated Replacement Windows & Doors & Custom Designed " Maritime" Windows, Maintenance Free Exterior with Hardi Plank Siding, Five Luxurious Baths, 2 Fireplaces, Separate Mudroom/Laundry Room with Convenient Outdoor Entrance, Updated HVAC, Septic & Well Systems & Encapsulated Crawl Space with De-Humidifier. Featuring Both a 1st. and 2nd. Floor Primary Bedrooms with His and Her “Spa-Like” Bathrooms with a Brazilian Influence & River Rock Accents, Custom Designed Oak Spiral Staircase to Telescope Loft For Viewing The Stars or Just a Private Reading Retreat, Basketball Court or Pickle Ball Court, Batting Cage & Fencing for Horses. Property comes complete with New 5' Wide Dock with Water, Electricity & Outdoor Shower, Boat Lift and Floating Platforms for Jet Skies & Kayaks enhancing your active Waterfront Experience for Boating Enthusiasts. Direct Access to Mobjack & Chesapeake Bay. This Property is Not in the Flood Zone & Rip Rap has been added to Enhance & Protect the Shoreline. Come Experience Life on a Permanent Vacation! A Very Rare Opportunity is Knocking. A Gem!
Sold for $1,279,500 on 08/22/25
$1,279,500
5916 Ware Neck Rd, Gloucester, VA 23061
6beds
3,468sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
2.72 Acres Lot
$1,293,100 Zestimate®
$369/sqft
$3,693 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,293,100
$1.10M - $1.53M
$3,693/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 24, 2025 at 08:30am
Listed by:
Kim Gentil 804-690-9114,
The Gentil Co.
Bought with:
ReNaye Dame, 0225026679
Gloucester Realty Corporation
Source: CVRMLS,MLS#: 2518957
Originating MLS: Central Virginia Regional MLS
Originating MLS: Central Virginia Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Primary bedroom
- Description: Vaulted,Gas FRPl, French Doors to Porch, Loft
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 24.3 x 15.4
Primary bedroom
- Description: HWF, Bay Window,Vaulted,Maritime Windowss,
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 29.0 x 15.4
Bedroom 2
- Description: HWF,Built-Ins,Plantation Shutters,Full Bath
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 18.6 x 16.2
Bedroom 4
- Description: HWF, Plantation Shutter, Study/Den
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15.8 x 10.3
Bedroom 5
- Description: Carpet, Window, Double Closet,Full l Bath
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13.7 x 9.7
Additional room
- Description: Telescope Loft in Primary BR,Oak Spiral Staircase
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 18.8 x 5.5
Additional room
- Description: All Teak Screen Porch, Vaulted, Bench Seating
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 31.5 x 16.0
Additional room
- Description: Sixth Bedroom in Cottage,Carpet,Double Closet
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13.6 x 9.3
Additional room
- Description: Cottage LR/DR. Bay Window, Full Kitchen,HWR
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Family room
- Description: HWf, Windows, Galore, River Rock Stone FRPL, E Log
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 23.6 x 11.4
Other
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: First
Other
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
Great room
- Description: Open Concept,HWF,Vaulted,Windows Galore
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 19.0 x 18.0
Kitchen
- Description: Open Concept,Granite,Gas Cooking,Pantry,BKFT Bar
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 23.0 x 10.0
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Propane Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Stacked
Features
- Butler's Pantry, Bay Window, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Eat-in Kitchen, French Door(s)/Atrium Door(s), Fireplace, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Main Level Primary, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Wired for Data, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Marble, Partially Carpeted, Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Thermal Windows
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Electric, Gas, Stone, Ventless
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,468 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,468
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Oversized
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half,One
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Patio, Screened, Porch
- Exterior features: Boat Lift, Basketball Court, Dock, Out Building(s), Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Decorative,Partial,Fenced
- Waterfront features: River Front, Boat Ramp/Lift Access, Waterfront
- Body of water: Ware River
Lot
- Size: 2.72 Acres
- Features: Level, Wooded, Waterfront
Details
- Additional structures: Utility Building(s), Guest House, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 03485A
- Zoning description: C-2
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Horses Allowed
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Transitional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Drywall, HardiPlank Type, Other
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Engineered Septic
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Bulkhead
Location
- Region: Gloucester
- Subdivision: None
Other
Other facts
- Ownership: Individuals
- Ownership type: Sole Proprietor
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/22/2025 | Sold | $1,279,500$369/sqft |
Source:  CVRMLS #2518957 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2025 | Pending sale | $1,279,500$369/sqft |
Source: CVRMLS #2518957 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,279,500+109.8%$369/sqft |
Source: CVRMLS #2518957 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2007 | Sold | $610,000$176/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,835 | $829,400 |
| 2023 | $4,835 +8.3% | $829,400 +34.6% |
| 2022 | $4,467 +4.3% | $616,090 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 23061
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Botetourt Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 4.9 mi
- 7/10Peasley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 8.7 mi
- 5/10Gloucester High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Botetourt
- Middle: Peasley
- High: Gloucester
Source: CVRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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