530 Elm Creek Drive

Manakin Sabot, VA 23103

Tucked among mature trees on more than four private acres in Dovershire, this custom-built home offers the kind of setting that instantly feels quieter, calmer, and more connected to nature. Seasonal water views, access to the neighborhood’s private 12-acre lake, and the peaceful surroundings create a sense of escape that feels worlds away from the pace of everyday life, yet Short Pump, Route 288, restaurants, and shopping remain just a short drive away. The approach sets the tone immediately. A long circular driveway winds through the property before arriving at the welcoming front porch, where the home begins to unfold with warm hardwood floors, comfortable gathering spaces, and natural light filtering through the trees beyond the windows. The kitchen was designed to be lived in — not simply admired — with rich cherry cabinetry, granite surfaces, gas cooking, and an oversized island that naturally becomes the center of conversation, holidays, and slow weekend mornings. The layout balances openness with privacy in a way that makes the home feel both spacious and comfortable. The main-level primary suite creates a quiet retreat tucked away from the rest of the home, while upstairs and downstairs spaces offer flexibility for guests, hobbies, recreation, or multigenerational living without anyone feeling crowded. The lower level, with its own living area, bedroom, full bath, workshop space, and covered patio access, feels less like a basement and more like an extension of the home itself. What truly makes the property memorable, though, is the way the indoor and outdoor spaces connect. Evenings naturally drift onto the screened porch framed by California Redwood beams or down to the stone patio overlooking the woods and seasonal water views. Garden beds, outdoor lighting, and quiet corners throughout the property create spaces that invite you to slow down and stay awhile.

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