Tucked away in a quiet corner of Birdneck Acres is an unassuming brick ranch offering a number of surprising attributes.
Although it’s situated between the busy thoroughfares of Birdneck and Laskin roads and is just two minutes from either, 505 Mockingbird Drive provides a quiet refuge from the nearby commotion.
“Birdneck Acres is a unique neighborhood,” said Laurin Watson, a realtor with Berkshire Hathaway. “It’s a 10-minute bike ride to the beach, close to the ViBe District and the Farmers Market on 19th Street, it’s just five miles from Oceana Naval Air Station, and there’s quick access to Interstate 264.”
On top of all that, the home is also on the water.
The back of the lot has waterfront access and a kayak, canoe or paddleboat dropped into the water gives residents access to Linkhorn Bay. On many days throughout the year, the area is alive with activity, as people in the area take to the water. The setting also provides an opportunity to appreciate nature, as geese, ducks and birds of all varieties make use of the water.
There is also a small dock and lots of shoreline for fishing.
The home, built in 1963, sits on one acre. If the kids grow tired of the water, there’s already a tree house and enough yard space for running and playing, away from the quiet street.
“This would be a great family home. It has mature landscaping, a large yard, a patio and fire pit, a sunroom and a family room,” added Watson.
The home features 2,363 square feet of living space, including a breakfast bar with pass-through to the kitchen, a custom hutch in the kitchen for additional storage space, beautiful hardwood floors, and the potential for an in-law suite. Outside there is a built in sprinkler system and irrigation control, as well as a storage shed and long driveway with plenty of parking space.
Watson said many upgrades have been done in recent years, including the now-modern bathrooms, new interior doors, new kitchen appliances, and new double hung windows throughout.
The home is served by Linkhorn Elementary, Virginia Beach Middle School, and Frank W. Cox High School.
For more information about the home and a virtual tour, visit Watson’s webpage.
