The convergence of people, culture, and the outdoors ignites Alex’s passion for involvement in land management and assisting others in realizing their land use dreams. As a third-generation landowner with a background in land management, he’s got the right combination of authenticity and curiosity to help you connect with the right people to find your right place.
A native of the Northeast, Alex spent summers on his grandparents’ ranch out West sparking his interest in the land and the cultivation of a “sense of place.” After eight years in farm and land management, he continues to advise and guide potential buyers and future and current owners with their land-holding operations.
A culinary aficionado, Alex lives with his wife, Bliss, daughter, Nellie, and son, Bo, in Charlottesville, Virginia. He’s insistent that his children also discover the thrill of downhill skiing, and they all enjoy spending time fly fishing, traveling and exploring new places, and discovering the local cuisine, whether in the Blue Ridge Mountains or wide expanses of the West.
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The Preserve Tract spans 2,317± acres and is located within an hour of many of Virginia’s larger cities, just 15 minutes northwest of Williamsburg. The property features approximately four-and-a-half miles of frontage on Ware Creek, which flows into the York River shortly after it leaves the property. The creek forms the property’s northern boundary, and on the other side is the Ware Creek Wildlife Management Area (WMA), which adds an open space buffer and significant neighboring wildlife habitat. The land is a diverse mix of established upland timber, deep ravines, creeks, and brackish marsh, all currently managed for hunting and wildlife. In addition, miles of established roads and trails weave throughout the property and provide the framework for additional uses.
There is a conservation easement on the property that was drafted with flexibility for future owners in mind. Fifteen homes and associated improvements, including docks on Ware Creek, are permitted, as well as 130,000 square feet of commercial space. As a result, the Preserve Tract can accommodate a range of future ownership scenarios, be it a family compound, a best-in-class recreational retreat, or a small-scale, conservation-oriented community. Competitively priced, large acreage properties of this size are rare on the Virginia Peninsula, and the property’s low carrying costs make it an excellent long-term, sustainable investment opportunity and 1031 candidate.
*Note: The Preserve Tract is part of the larger Stonehouse Preserve. Click here to view the full offering.
The Preserve Tract is an outstanding opportunity to purchase a competitively priced, large-acreage recreational and timber property in Virginia’s Tidewater. The property's convenience and size set the stage for potential uses or ownership scenarios.
The Preserve Tract sits just fifteen minutes northwest of Williamsburg, while Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Richmond, and Charlottesville can all be easily reached in ninety minutes or less. Washington, D.C., is the nearest major metropolitan area, only two hours and fifteen minutes away. The property is accessed on a paved, state-maintained road, and Interstate 64 can be quickly reached in ten minutes.
Nearby air travel options include Newport News, Richmond, and Norfolk. The nearest FBO, Middle Peninsula Regional Airport, is close by in West Point and has a 5,000-foot runway.
The Virginia Peninsula, also known as the Lower Peninsula, is an area rich in history and is home to some of the earliest settlements and most storied names in American history, including Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Yorktown. The long history and settlement of the area has led to a culturally rich and diverse region that encompasses farmland and rural towns, as well as well-developed cities such as Newport News and Hampton. This variety provides the best of both worlds, allowing for a private experience while at the property with a wide range of nearby conveniences and amenities when needed.
The climate on the Lower Peninsula features four distinct seasons. Spring and fall are ideal, with high temperatures in the 70s and lows in the 50s and 60s. Summers are hot and humid but tempered by breezes off of Ware Creek and easy access to the water. Winters can be cold but are generally mild, with highs in the 40s and lows dipping into the 30s. The average rainfall is 47 inches per year, and the average snowfall is six inches per year.
Annual property taxes were approximately $26,537 in 2024.
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