Broad Bay Point Greens Virginia Beach Neighborhood Guide: 1640 Manor, Tom Clark Golf Course, and Broad Bay Living

Broad Bay Point Greens is one of the most distinctive sub neighborhoods inside the Great Neck corridor of Virginia Beach, and it carries one of the most remarkable real estate stories anywhere in Hampton Roads. The community was developed in 1984 around the 10 acre estate of Broad Bay Manor, a circa 1640 colonial manor house that is purportedly the oldest extant European built house in the southeastern United States. The result is an upscale waterfront golf course community with deep water access to the Chesapeake Bay, a private 18 hole Tom Clark designed golf course at the Broad Bay Country Club, and a structural sense of place that no other Great Neck sub neighborhood can match.

If you are searching the Great Neck area for golf course living, waterfront access, or simply the kind of neighborhood where the daily commute home includes passing one of the oldest houses in America, Broad Bay Point Greens belongs on your list. This guide covers where the community sits, the 380 year history at its heart, the golf course and country club, current pricing, and what buyers should know before writing an offer.

Where Broad Bay Point Greens Sits in Great Neck

Broad Bay Point Greens is located just off Great Neck Road in the northeast corner of Virginia Beach. The community sits between Mill Dam Community to the south and Lynnhaven Shores to the north, bordered by Broad Bay and Dey Cove. Many homes inside the community are waterfront with private piers and deep water access leading out through the Lynnhaven Inlet to the Chesapeake Bay.

The zip code is 23454. The neighborhood is fully residential with a Walk Score of 4, which is typical for a planned golf course community where everything is accessed by car.

Resident population is 1,068 people per Census data, making Broad Bay Point Greens one of the larger sub neighborhoods inside the Great Neck corridor by population.

The 1640 Broad Bay Manor Story

This is the historical anchor that makes Broad Bay Point Greens unlike any other Great Neck sub neighborhood. The community was literally developed around an existing colonial estate, and that estate is one of the oldest surviving structures in the entire southeastern United States.

In 1630, English trader Thomas Allen received a 550 acre land grant from the Virginia colonial government. The land was located on the south branch of Long Creek along what is now the Lynnhaven River system. Around 1640, Allen constructed the central portion of what would become Broad Bay Manor, building in Flemish bond brick on a one room loft style typical of early 17th century colonial construction.

The manor has remained continuously occupied ever since. Over 380 plus years, ownership has passed through three generations of the Cornick family (who built the Georgian addition around 1770), three generations of the Ferebee family (acquired 1856), and ultimately to John B. Dey, who purchased the property in 1914. John B. Dey is the same family namesake as John B. Dey Elementary School in the Great Neck area today. Dey lived in the home until his death in 1957.

The current owners purchased the home and 9 surrounding acres in 1975. In 1984, the surrounding property was developed by R. G. Moore into the modern Broad Bay Point Greens subdivision. The historic manor remains a private residence at the heart of the community, with multiple additions over the centuries bringing the home to approximately 13,835 square feet today.

Broad Bay Manor is recognized in the official list of the 50 Most Significantly Historic Houses and Structures in Virginia Beach, and it appears on the Wikipedia list of the oldest buildings in Virginia alongside structures like Jamestown Church and Bacon's Castle.

For buyers who appreciate historical context and a real sense of place, this is the most distinctive selling feature of any Great Neck sub neighborhood.

The Broad Bay Country Club and Golf Course

The signature lifestyle amenity of Broad Bay Point Greens is the Broad Bay Country Club and its private 18 hole golf course, designed by Tom Clark. The course winds through the neighborhood, with many homes oriented to provide views of the greens, fairways, or surrounding water.

The country club offers golf, tennis, dining, and social membership. For households who specifically want a country club lifestyle integrated into their daily living environment, Broad Bay Country Club is one of the most accessible options in the Great Neck area.

Membership at Broad Bay Country Club is separate from home ownership in Broad Bay Point Greens. Some residents are full members. Others are not. Verify current membership options, initiation fees, and monthly dues directly with the club if country club access is part of your purchase decision.

What Makes Broad Bay Point Greens Different

Several things set Broad Bay Point Greens apart from the rest of the Great Neck corridor:

1. The 1640 historical anchor. Broad Bay Manor at the heart of the community is purportedly the oldest extant European built house in the southeastern United States.

2. Private 18 hole Tom Clark golf course. The Broad Bay Country Club golf course winds through the neighborhood, providing both course views and an integrated country club lifestyle.

3. Wide streets and beautifully landscaped residences. The 1984 development plan was designed around generous streetscapes and curated landscaping. The visual character is distinctly different from older organically developed Great Neck sub neighborhoods.

4. Significant waterfront access. Many Broad Bay Point Greens homes are waterfront with private piers and deep water access leading directly to the Chesapeake Bay through the Lynnhaven Inlet.

5. Active Civic League. The Broad Bay Point Greens Civic League operates year round social programming and serves as a community governance body.

6. Convenient location. The community sits just off Great Neck Road with easy access to both Hilltop shopping and the Shore Drive corridor.

Broad Bay Point Greens Home Prices and Lot Character

Broad Bay Point Greens is one of the upscale tiers of the Great Neck corridor. The pricing range reflects the combination of country club access, golf course views, waterfront opportunities, and the historical context of the community.

Interior golf course homes ($700K to $1.2M)

Established 1980s and 1990s homes on golf course frontage or interior streets without direct water access. These offer the country club lifestyle, the school zone, and the community amenities at the most accessible price point inside Broad Bay Point Greens.

Updated and larger homes ($1.2M to $2M)

Renovated homes, larger floor plans, and premium lot positioning. Active demand from move up buyers within Virginia Beach and households relocating into Hampton Roads.

Waterfront and deep water homes ($2M to $5M and above)

The premium tier of Broad Bay Point Greens. Direct Broad Bay or Dey Cove frontage, private piers with deep water access, and the most premium lots in the community. These homes can rival the upper tier of any waterfront market in Virginia Beach.

Pricing within Broad Bay Point Greens varies significantly based on whether the lot is interior, on the golf course, or directly waterfront. Always look at recent comparable sales for the specific position when evaluating a listing.

Schools Serving Broad Bay Point Greens

Broad Bay Point Greens benefits from the strong Great Neck school feeder pattern. Most addresses inside the community feed into:

• John B. Dey Elementary School or Thoroughgood Elementary School (Pre K through Grade 5) depending on the specific street. Both are Niche A rated Virginia Beach City Public Schools.

• Great Neck Middle School (Grades 6 through 8) is Niche A rated with a 17 to 1 student teacher ratio.

• Frank W. Cox High School (Grades 9 through 12) is Niche A rated, holds 56 state athletic titles, and operates with a 16 to 1 student teacher ratio.

Always verify the specific school assignment using the Virginia Beach City Public Schools street level lookup, since boundaries can shift street by street inside Great Neck.

Worth noting for the historical context: John B. Dey Elementary School is named after the same John B. Dey who owned Broad Bay Manor from 1914 to 1957. His holdings at one point stretched from Broad Bay to the western branch of the Lynnhaven River, including Ocean Park Beach fronting the Chesapeake Bay.

Lifestyle and Amenities

Broad Bay Point Greens layers a country club lifestyle on top of the broader Great Neck location.

Broad Bay Country Club

Private 18 hole Tom Clark golf course, clubhouse with dining, tennis facilities, and year round social programming.

Civic League programming

The Broad Bay Point Greens Civic League runs neighborhood events, social activities, and serves as the community governance body.

Direct waterfront access

For homes with private piers, direct passage to the Chesapeake Bay through the Lynnhaven Inlet under the Lesner Bridge. From there, access to the Bay Bridge Tunnel fishing grounds and the Atlantic Ocean approaches.

Hilltop shopping corridor

A few miles south of the community, the Hilltop corridor includes Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Fresh Market, Target, and the broader retail and dining footprint.

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital

Located inside the broader Great Neck corridor, providing medical employment and major regional emergency and specialty care nearby.

First Landing State Park

A short drive north on Great Neck Road brings residents to First Landing State Park with its 2,888 acres, 20 miles of trails, 1.5 miles of Chesapeake Bay beach, and kayak launches.

Commute Notes for Broad Bay Point Greens

Broad Bay Point Greens sits at a strong central position in the Great Neck corridor with multi base flexibility for military households in good traffic.

• JEB Little Creek-Fort Story: approximately 15 to 20 minutes east via Shore Drive, no tunnel

• NAS Oceana: approximately 15 minutes south via Lynnhaven Parkway or First Colonial Road, no tunnel

• Naval Station Norfolk: approximately 20 to 25 minutes west via I-264, no tunnel

• Hilltop and I-264 access: approximately 8 to 10 minutes south

• Virginia Beach Oceanfront: approximately 15 minutes east

Who Buys in Broad Bay Point Greens

Common buyer profiles for Broad Bay Point Greens include households who want golf course living without leaving the Great Neck area, move up buyers from elsewhere in Hampton Roads who specifically want country club access integrated into the neighborhood, households relocating to Virginia Beach who appreciate the historical context of the community, retirees who want the country club lifestyle with deep water access, and military households at senior ranks who want the lifestyle amenities at a Great Neck location.

The buyer pool is more specialized than Wolfsnare or Great Neck Estates because the golf course community and the price tier limit the field. When well presented homes in the $900K to $1.5M range hit the market, they tend to attract serious interest quickly.

What Buyers Should Know Before Writing an Offer in Broad Bay Point Greens

Country club membership is separate from home ownership

You can own a home in Broad Bay Point Greens without being a member of Broad Bay Country Club. Membership requires a separate application, initiation fee, and monthly dues. Verify current membership terms and availability if club access is part of your purchase decision.

HOA and Civic League dues

Broad Bay Point Greens has Civic League dues that fund community programming. These are separate from any country club membership costs. Always verify current annual fees during due diligence.

Waterfront due diligence applies

If you are buying a waterfront lot, walk the pier at low tide, verify the bulkhead condition, and pull a flood insurance quote during due diligence. Parts of Broad Bay Point Greens sit in FEMA AE flood zones, and the premium variance between two adjacent homes can be significant.

Lot type drives the price spread

Inside Broad Bay Point Greens, a $1.2M home and a $2.5M home can sit on the same street with similar square footage. The price gap is almost always driven by lot position (interior, golf course frontage, or waterfront with deep water access). Decide which lot type matches your priorities before listings start coming in.

Verify the school assignment at the address level

Most Broad Bay Point Greens addresses feed John B. Dey or Thoroughgood Elementary, then Great Neck Middle, then Cox High School. The specific elementary can vary street by street. Use the Virginia Beach City Public Schools street level lookup before writing an offer.

Broad Bay Point Greens FAQ

Where is Broad Bay Point Greens in Virginia Beach?

Broad Bay Point Greens is located just off Great Neck Road in the northeast corner of Virginia Beach, bordered by Broad Bay and Dey Cove. The community sits between Mill Dam Community to the south and Lynnhaven Shores to the north. The zip code is 23454.

What is Broad Bay Manor and why does it matter?

Broad Bay Manor is a historic colonial manor house built circa 1640 by Thomas Allen and located inside Broad Bay Point Greens. The property is purportedly the oldest extant European built house in the southeastern United States. The community was developed around the manor's 10 acre estate in 1984.

What is the golf course at Broad Bay Country Club?

The Broad Bay Country Club is a private country club inside Broad Bay Point Greens featuring an 18 hole golf course designed by Tom Clark, along with tennis, dining, and social programming.

What schools serve Broad Bay Point Greens?

Most Broad Bay Point Greens addresses feed John B. Dey Elementary or Thoroughgood Elementary, then Great Neck Middle School (Niche A), then Frank W. Cox High School (Niche A). Verify the specific assignment using the Virginia Beach City Public Schools street level lookup.

How much do homes cost in Broad Bay Point Greens?

Broad Bay Point Greens homes range from approximately $700K for interior golf course homes up to $5M and above for premium deep water frontage on Broad Bay or Dey Cove. Most active transactions land between $900K and $2M depending on lot position.

Does Broad Bay Point Greens have an HOA?

Broad Bay Point Greens has an active Civic League that runs community programming and serves as the governance body. Civic League dues are separate from any Broad Bay Country Club membership costs.

Does Broad Bay Point Greens have waterfront homes?

Yes. Many Broad Bay Point Greens homes are waterfront on Broad Bay or Dey Cove with private piers and deep water access to the Chesapeake Bay through the Lynnhaven Inlet under the Lesner Bridge.

How old is Broad Bay Point Greens as a neighborhood?

The modern Broad Bay Point Greens subdivision was developed starting in 1984 by R. G. Moore around the existing 10 acre estate of Broad Bay Manor. The community is approximately 40 years old as a planned neighborhood, but the historic manor at its heart dates to circa 1640.

About the Author

John King is a Navy veteran and licensed real estate agent with Berkshire Hathaway RW Towne Realty, serving Hampton Roads including Virginia Beach, Norfolk, and Chesapeake. Known for his straightforward approach and market expertise.

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