The Groves at New Kent

The Groves at New Kent is a 55+ active adult enclave set within the master-planned New Kent Vineyards community, tucked into the rolling countryside of historic New Kent County between Richmond and Williamsburg. Originally launched by K. Hovnanian and now being completed by Ryan Homes, the community will total 455 single-family homes and main-level-living townhomes at buildout. The lifestyle here is built around a genuine wine-country setting — residents live just minutes from the New Kent Winery and the Rees Jones-designed Viniterra Championship Golf Course, with fairways that wind through working vineyards and protected natural areas. Homeowners can join The Club at Viniterra for golf and take advantage of resident discounts on Vidal Blanc, Chardonnay, Norton, and Cabernet Franc at the on-site winery. Homes are organized into three collections. The original K. Hovnanian single-family section offers ten to eleven floor plans from roughly 1,434 to 3,238 square feet with two to five bedrooms, chef's kitchens, and covered porches. Ryan Homes' Ranch collection (now sold out) delivered one-level, two- to three-bedroom plans from 1,338 to 1,694 square feet designed for low-maintenance living with age-in-place finishes. The current action is in the Estates Collection, which offers four plans — the Alberti Ranch, Bramante 2-Story, Cumberland, and Palladio — ranging from 1,410 to 2,626 square feet with first-floor owner's suites, gourmet kitchens, and two- or three-car garages. A Nassau Cove townhome with main-level living is also available, giving buyers a lower-priced entry point with 1,628 square feet, three bedrooms, and a covered porch. At the heart of the community is The Residence Club, a private clubhouse exclusive to Groves residents featuring a fitness center, fully equipped catering kitchen, and meeting rooms. Outside, a zero-entry resort-style pool is flanked by a sunny patio, outdoor kitchen, and community fire pit — a popular evening gathering spot. Pickleball and bocce ball courts, walking trails, and dog parks round out the on-site amenity package, while a full-time activities director coordinates social clubs and special interest groups covering bocce, cooking demonstrations, golf, pickleball, and seasonal events like the Facebook-advertised New Year's Eve celebration. Streets are sidewalk-lined, the terrain is gently rolling, and the overall feel is quiet and neighborly — residents consistently describe it as friendly, well-kept, and peaceful. Location is a real strength. The community sits one mile from Exit 211 on I-64, giving easy access to both Richmond (about 22 minutes) and Williamsburg (about 33 minutes). A VCU Emergency Health Center is roughly 8 miles away, two Food Lion grocery stores are nearby, and Walmart, Target, and the full Richmond healthcare, shopping, and cultural scene are a short drive west. Outdoor options include Cumberland Marsh Preserve, fishing and kayaking on nearby rivers, and Colonial Downs horse racing. History buffs are close to Colonial Williamsburg, St. Peter's Church, and the Pamunkey Indian Museum. For residents who travel, Richmond International Airport is about 20 minutes away, and the community's access to New Kent Storage for RV parking is a nice touch for snowbirds and road-trippers.