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Inspired Living at Bay Creek

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Explore the Southern Living lifestyle at Bay Creek.Located on 1,729 gorgeous acres at the southwestern tip of Virginia's Eastern Shore, Bay Creek is a unique community - the perfect blend of beautiful homes, dining and a world-class golf resort. Here, getting away from it all means getting closer to the life you've always imagined - relaxing by the beach, casting off for a day of fishing, or playing golf. Bay Creek is a true escape, yet it neighbors historic Cape Charles on the Chesapeake Bay and is minutes away from Norfolk and Virginia Beach.
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Surrounded by Nature

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Nature engulfs the homes of Bay Creek. Thoughtful design and mindful planning have contributed to preserving the natural surroundings – marshes, dunes and grasslands. Part of this thoughtful design are big windows and wide porches for optimal viewing of the beauty around you. Look no further than beyond your backyard to be mesmerized by your peaceful and still surroundings, expect to see and hear some wildlife.

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Find Your Spot to Call Home

Houses Beach People

Want this to be your backyard? Living the life you always wanted has now become a reality. Bay Creek, nestled along the Cape Charles River, offers a multitude of amenities home sites and ideals for everyone. These beautiful seashores have unique landscape and scenery to offer. From rocky beach patches, to pops of colorful foliage just off the shore, Bay Creek does not disappoint.

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Creating a Community

Family Beach

It’s easy to spend the day in a natural paradise—where walking paths curve among old magnolias, where lovely parks are perfect for picnics, where you can watch the sunset from a secluded stretch of Chesapeake Bay beach. Come and create lasting memories for you and your families and friends. Happy times are easy to come by here.

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Welcome Home!

River Houses Canal
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Marked by its Southern charm and warmest welcome, the coastal town of Bayside Village at Bay Creek, offers two miles of private beaches, biking trails and golf courses. Come sneak away to this coastal corner of Virginia to experience all that this little community has to offer. Whether it is a break that you need, a reunion with dear friends, or a place to sit back and watch the waves pass Bay Creek could be your spot.

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Celebrating Southern Traditions

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Slow down here and enjoy the company of the ones you are with, entertain, make meals together, have porch-time, go on good walks these simple things are part of the magic of this place. Hand-picked by Southern Living, Bayside Village at Bay Creek embraces the traditions of the Southern lifestyle and preserves the natural beauty of the Southern landscape. Come and soak it up.

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Embracing Natural Beauty

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Bayside Village at Bay Creek embodies its natural surroundings, allowing homes to sit within the dunes, surrounding the two miles of waterfront. Relax on the beach, bring a picnic, and take a deep breath. Whether it is your backyard or your getaway, come and enjoy the view the best way you know how. These shores are family friendly and sure to transport you to a place of peace.

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A Sea of Color

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Out for a simple stroll or living the life on two wheels, Bay Creek has something to offer for every family member. Strolling along the beach or finding your path through the mossy oaks, the Southern Living Inspired Community offers a plethora of outdoor activities. Reconnect with your inner-kid and come experience for yourself just how fun all of these activities can be.

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Creating a Community

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Bayside Village at Bay Creek was envisioned on the rolling lands, tall pines, marshes and open beaches of Cape Charles. The Chesapeake Bay Bridge still harbors visitors and neighbors on and off the peninsula today. Golf carts and tennis shoes are often the main forms of transportation around here as there are plenty of walking trails and cart paths to explore. Come see for yourself the unique landscape of this seaside haven.

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