~ Beautifully forested parcel bounded by critical wetlands is preserved forever ~

 Virginia Beach, Virginia. July 21, 2025

Coastal Virginia Conservancy has conserved a 25-acre parcel nestled in the heart of Virginia Beach. This beautifully forested property hosts uninterrupted views of natural wilderness. Critical wetlands along West Neck Creek help to form this parcel’s boundary, providing important habitat for birds and other species needing a quiet home away from the bustle of Virginia Beach.

Its owners protected it throughout their lifetime, a remaining piece of their family’s farm. As they have grown older, they sought an innovative land management approach that would forever preserve this pristine property but also allow them to pass the land to new owners. A partnership formed between Coastal Virginia Conservancy, the landowners, and the adjacent neighborhood brought together all the pieces needed to keep this unique property in its natural state forever.

Coastal Virginia Conservancy used a land preservation tool called a conservation easement. The new owners will continue the legacy of protection with the guidance of Coastal Virginia Conservancy. The former landowners can rest assured that this land, so important to their family, will continue to stay wild and be stewarded for future generations.

About Coastal Virginia Conservancy: Coastal Virginia Conservancy is Hampton Roads only local land trust with over 1,200 acres conserved to date and 25 acres restored on the Elizabeth River. A local nonprofit organization, CVC is dedicated to conserving land, restoring water quality, and innovating solutions for public access to open space and waterways in Coastal Virginia. Through collaborative efforts with stakeholders, businesses and community members, CVC works to safeguard the natural beauty and ecological integrity of the region for present and future generations.

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