An Equestrian's Dream found in eastern VA where the coast meets the country. This wonderfully updated & maintained late 1800's Cape Cod offers the charm of yesteryear with all of today's modern conveniences. Your favorite spots will be the idyllic covered Rear Porch & Gazebo overlooking the 2 fully equipped Barns totaling 22 stalls, bunny hutches, 5 fenced pastures & the sand riding ring. Once an equestrian business, the barns boast an Office, tack room, 3 wash stalls, shaving bin, hot/cold water spigots, hay loft & everything you could possibly need. There's a chicken coop, greenhouse, workshop & storage barn. Long list of appointments includes 2 fireplaces, central vacuum system, water softener, dual zoned HVAC, wood & tile floors, crown moldings & so much storage. A truly special place in an area of fine homes within approximately 10 minutes of historic downtown Gloucester Courthouse, shopping, medical, restaurants & year-round local events. Your chance to own Showplace Farms!
Single-familyProperty Type
1881Year Built
13.25 acresLot Size
$267Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by R ReNaye Dame• Gloucester Realty Corporation
Bought with Courtney Martinez• Liz Moore & Associates LLC
An Equestrian's Dream found in eastern Virginia where the coast meets the country. This wonderfully updated & maintained late 1800's Cape Cod offers the charm of yesteryear with all of today's modern conveniences. Your favorite spots will be the idyllic covered Rear Porch & Gazebo overlooking the 2 fully equipped Barns totaling 22 stalls, bunny hutches, 5 fenced pastures & the sand riding ring. Once an equestrian business, the barns boast an Office, tack room, 3 wash stalls, shaving bin, hot/cold water spigots, hay loft & everything you could possibly need. There's a coop for your chickens, a greenhouse, workshop & storage barn. The long list of appointments includes 2 fireplaces, central vacuum system, water softener, dual zoned HVAC, wood & tile floors, crown moldings, chair rail & so much storage. A truly special place in an area of fine homes within approximately 10 minutes of historic downtown Gloucester Courthouse, shopping, medical, restaurants & year-round local events. Once you come, you are sure to want to call Showplace Farms your Home!
REINMLS #10579164
Oct 31, 2025
Sold
$745,000
$271/sq ft
Apr 17, 2025
Listed
$775,000
$282/sq ft
CBRAR #116255
Jun 1, 2015
Sold
$450,000
$164/sq ft
Jan 15, 2015
Listed
$469,900
$171/sq ft
+16
Unique horse farm 2 barns with 22 stalls. Ideal family hobby farm. Fenced pastures, wash stall, tack room, office, riding ring, 5 fenced turnout pastures. Charming renovated farm house. Beautiful kitchen with granite counter tops. Also wonderful rear porches & patio and Equestrian activities.
CVRMLS #1501634
Jun 1, 2015
Sold
$450,000
$164/sq ft
Jan 15, 2015
Listed
$469,900
$171/sq ft
WMLS #30044283
Jun 1, 2015
Sold
$450,000
$164/sq ft
Jan 15, 2015
Listed
$469,900
$171/sq ft
CVRMLS #1313599
Jul 17, 2013
Sold
$462,000
$168/sq ft
May 21, 2013
Listed
$482,950
$176/sq ft
CVRMLS #1212811
Dec 31, 2012
Listing Removed
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May 13, 2012
Listed
$482,800
$176/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,474 (+5.2%)
$85,280 + $471,380
$556,660
2024
$3,301
$85,280 + $471,380
$556,660
2023
$3,301 (+0.5%)
$85,280 + $471,380
$556,660
2022
$3,283 (+4.3%)
$77,000 + $369,670
$446,670
2021
$3,149
$77,000 + $369,670
$446,670
2020
$3,149
$77,000 + $369,670
$446,670
2019
$3,149
$77,000 + $369,670
$446,670
2018
$3,149
$77,000 + $369,670
$446,670
2017
$3,149 (−2.2%)
$77,000 + $369,670
$446,670
2016
$3,221 (+61.3%)
$88,000 + $368,970
$456,970
2014
$1,997
$63,000 + $239,600
$302,600
Tax history for 8246 Robins Neck Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,474 (+5.2%)
$85,280 + $471,380
$556,660
2024
$3,301
$85,280 + $471,380
$556,660
2023
$3,301 (+0.5%)
$85,280 + $471,380
$556,660
2022
$3,283 (+4.3%)
$77,000 + $369,670
$446,670
2021
$3,149
$77,000 + $369,670
$446,670
2020
$3,149
$77,000 + $369,670
$446,670
2019
$3,149
$77,000 + $369,670
$446,670
2018
$3,149
$77,000 + $369,670
$446,670
2017
$3,149 (−2.2%)
$77,000 + $369,670
$446,670
2016
$3,221 (+61.3%)
$88,000 + $368,970
$456,970
2014
$1,997
$63,000 + $239,600
$302,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1.75
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,974
Year built
1881
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Gloucester County
APN
40-90
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
C-2
Residential Bayside Conservation District
The intent of the C-2 district is to allow low density residential development in a manner which protects natural resources in a sensitive environment. The intent is further to prevent soil and shore erosion, to reduce hazards from flood, hurricane, and fire, and to protect wetlands. A limited amount of residential development is permitted and clustering is encouraged to achieve the district's intent.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Equestrian facility
Livestock production
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Educational/school
Museum / gallery
Timberland
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Sq. Ft.: 360
Has Garage
Garage Det 1 Car, Driveway Spc
Interior
Appliances Information
Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Bedroom Information
Num Beds With Ensuite: 1
Room Information
No Bedroom And Full Bathroom on 1st Floor
# of Rooms: 10
Attic, Breakfast Area, Foyer, Loft, Master Bedroom with Bath, Pantry, Porch, Spare Room, Sun Room, Utility Room, Workshop
Interior Features
Equipment: Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan, Central Vac, Generator Hookup, Water Softener