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Virginia Lakefront Communities

Find the Best Virginia Lakefront Communities

From the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Atlantic coastline, Virginia lakefront communities offer a diverse range of waterfront lifestyles. Whether you're searching for private lake communities in Virginia, a peaceful lakefront retirement community, or a family-friendly neighborhood with boating and fishing, Private Communities Registry (PCR) is your trusted resource for discovering the best lake communities in Virginia.

As the go-to resource on lifestyle communities, PCR has connected thousands of homebuyers with exclusive Virginia lakefront homes, providing expert insights into the region’s top communities, amenities, and real estate opportunities. Explore our curated list of Virginia lake communities, compare features, and connect directly with community representatives to find your ideal lakefront home.

Why Choose a Virginia Lakefront Community?

Living in a Virginia lake community offers:

  • Scenic waterfront and mountain views – Enjoy breathtaking landscapes in all four seasons.
  • Outdoor recreation – Many communities offer private docks, fishing, kayaking, and lakeside trails.
  • Luxury resort-style amenities – Golf courses, clubhouses, pools, and social clubs enhance the lakefront lifestyle.
  • Privacy and exclusivity – Many private lake communities in Virginia offer gated security and private lake access.

Types of Virginia Lakefront Communities

From active adult enclaves to upscale waterfront estates, Virginia lake communities cater to a variety of lifestyles, including:

  • Private lake communities – Gated communities with exclusive waterfront access and luxury amenities.
  • 55+ and active adult lake communities – Designed for retirees seeking a relaxed yet active lifestyle.
  • Golf and lakefront communities – Combining championship golf courses with scenic lakeside living.
  • Family-friendly lake communities – Offering parks, walking trails, and recreational facilities for all ages.

Top Regions for Virginia Lakefront Communities

Virginia offers an array of scenic lakefront communities, with popular regions including:

  • Northern Virginia & Lake Frederick – Just outside Washington, D.C., this area features sought-after communities with beautiful lake views, modern amenities, and easy access to urban conveniences.
  • Virginia’s Coastal Plain & Tidewater Region – Home to serene waterfront communities near the Chesapeake Bay, ideal for boating enthusiasts and those who love coastal living.
  • Williamsburg & Historic Virginia Lakes – Combining rich history with scenic lakes, this area features charming, well-established lakefront communities with a blend of modern and colonial architecture.
  • Central & Southern Virginia – Including areas like Smith Mountain Lake, where lakefront living meets mountain views and resort-style amenities.

Explore Virginia Lakefront Communities with PCR

PCR makes it easy to explore and compare lakefront homes in Virginia, from private gated communities to vibrant waterfront neighborhoods. Search by region, browse available properties, and connect with community representatives to find your perfect lakeside home. Start your search today!


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Birchwood at Brambleton

Ashburn, Virginia Lakefront Homes Community
Ashburn, Virginia
Birchwood at Brambleton is an award-winning, 55-plus community centrally located within the suburban Washington, DC area in Loudoun County, Virginia. In addition to a vibrant town center, Brambleton is home to numerous recreational amenities- including several parks, miles of trails, basketball courts, tennis courts, swimming pools, multiple sports fields, and an active community center. Buyers can select from a wide variety of neighborhoods and home offerings, each designed to meet the needs of families at every stage of their lives.

Pricing: Elevator brownstones priced from the low $700,000s. Courtyard homes priced from $1,000,000.

Community Type: 55+ Active Adult

Community Amenity: Biking Trails Biking Trails
Community Amenity: Clubhouse Clubhouse
Community Amenity: Community Gardens Community Gardens
Community Amenity: Dining Dining
Community Amenity: Dog Park Dog Park
Community Amenity: Fishing Fishing
Community Amenity: Fitness Fitness
Community Amenity: Golf Nearby Golf Nearby
Community Amenity: Lake Lake
Community Amenity: Nature Trails Nature Trails
Community Amenity: Pickleball Pickleball
Community Amenity: Playground Playground
Community Amenity: Swimming Swimming
Community Amenity: Tennis Tennis
Community Amenity: Walking Trails Walking Trails

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Colonial Heritage

Williamsburg, Virginia Lakefront Homes Community
Williamsburg, Virginia
The lifestyle offered by this Williamsburg, Virginia active adult community combines small-town charm and city conveniences with an $18 million amenities package, featuring an Arthur Hills championship golf course.

Pricing: Elegant low-maintenance single-family homes and townhomes are priced from the mid $300,000s to the $700,000s.

Community Type: 55+ Active Adult

Community Amenity: Clubhouse Clubhouse
Community Amenity: Dining Dining
Community Amenity: Fitness Fitness
Community Amenity: Gatehouse Gatehouse
Community Amenity: Golf Golf
Community Amenity: Lake Lake
Community Amenity: Nature Trails Nature Trails
Community Amenity: Pickleball Pickleball
Community Amenity: Swimming Swimming
Community Amenity: Tennis Tennis
Community Amenity: Walking Trails Walking Trails

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Fawn Lake

Spotsylvania, Virginia Lakefront Homes Community
Spotsylvania, Virginia
Scenically situated on the banks of a 288-acre deep-water lake in Spotsylvania Virginia, Fawn Lake is honored as one of Virginia's most outstanding communities. A certified Audubon cooperative sanctuary, Fawn Lake features a private country club and an award-winning Arnold Palmer championship golf course. Other recreational amenities include tennis, water-skiing, windsurfing, canoeing, and fishing.

Pricing: Lots priced from $300,000 to $1.5 million; Homes priced from $650,000 to $4 million.

Community Type: All Age

Community Amenity: Biking Trails Biking Trails
Community Amenity: Boating Boating
Community Amenity: Clubhouse Clubhouse
Community Amenity: Community Gardens Community Gardens
Community Amenity: Dining Dining
Community Amenity: Dog Park Dog Park
Community Amenity: Fishing Fishing
Community Amenity: Fitness Fitness
Community Amenity: Gatehouse Gatehouse
Community Amenity: Golf Golf
Community Amenity: Lake Lake
Community Amenity: Land Conservation Land Conservation
Community Amenity: Marina Marina
Community Amenity: Nature Trails Nature Trails
Community Amenity: Pickleball Pickleball
Community Amenity: Playground Playground
Community Amenity: RV Storage RV Storage
Community Amenity: Spa Spa
Community Amenity: Swimming Swimming
Community Amenity: Tennis Tennis
Community Amenity: Walking Trails Walking Trails

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Governor's Land at Two Rivers

Williamsburg, Virginia Lakefront Homes Community
Williamsburg, Virginia
This Williamsburg private golf community features a Tom Fazio golf course, ranked as a Top 10 course in Virginia by Golf Digest, a private yacht club and other recreational amenities in a waterfront setting.

Pricing: Lots from $175,000 to $2 million; Custom Homes from $700,000 to $3 million.

Community Type: All Age

Community Amenity: Biking Trails Biking Trails
Community Amenity: Boating Boating
Community Amenity: Clubhouse Clubhouse
Community Amenity: Croquet Croquet
Community Amenity: Dining Dining
Community Amenity: Fishing Fishing
Community Amenity: Fitness Fitness
Community Amenity: Golf Golf
Community Amenity: Lake Lake
Community Amenity: Marina Marina
Community Amenity: Ocean Ocean
Community Amenity: Playground Playground
Community Amenity: River River
Community Amenity: Swimming Swimming
Community Amenity: Tennis Tennis
Community Amenity: Walking Trails Walking Trails

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The Settlement at Powhatan Creek

Williamsburg, Virginia Lakefront Homes Community
Williamsburg, Virginia
Located just minutes from the historic area of Williamsburg in Virginia, the Settlement at Powhatan Creek is 55+ gated community of single-family and attached homes that offer a maintenance-free lifestyle and the amenities of a luxurious clubhouse.

Pricing: Townhomes and custom-style homes are priced from $400,000 to $600,000.

Community Type: 55+ Active Adult

Community Amenity: Biking Trails Biking Trails
Community Amenity: Clubhouse Clubhouse
Community Amenity: Fitness Fitness
Community Amenity: Gatehouse Gatehouse
Community Amenity: Golf Nearby Golf Nearby
Community Amenity: Lake Lake
Community Amenity: Swimming Swimming
Community Amenity: Walking Trails Walking Trails

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Trilogy® at Lake Frederick

Lake Frederick, Virginia Lakefront Homes Community
Lake Frederick, Virginia
Trilogy® by Shea Homes offers a selection of new single-family homes for sale at this new lakeside resort community about an hour west of Washington, D.C. The community is in Virginia's scenic Shenandoah Valley in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Pricing: Priced from the high $400,000s to the $700,000s.

Community Type: 55+ Active Adult

Community Amenity: Clubhouse Clubhouse
Community Amenity: Dining Dining
Community Amenity: Fitness Fitness
Community Amenity: Golf Nearby Golf Nearby
Community Amenity: Lake Lake
Community Amenity: Swimming Swimming
Community Amenity: Walking Trails Walking Trails

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