Thoroughgood neighborhoood is a popular community that enjoys not only the Western Banks of the Lynnhaven River and one of Virginia Beach's oldest homes, but a State-of-the Art Elementary School under re-construction, an active garden club, many social events, and mature, tree-lined streets. This area has a rich history dating back to the original settlement of the New World. For more about the history see this webpage
Thoroughgood and Thoroughgood Estates enjoy close proximity to the Chesapeake Bay as well as Virginia Beach's Town Center. Access to popular schools, the interstate, and Little Creek base make the location very convenient, but the abounding recreation draws those who value lifestyle too! Many social events, an active Garden Club & Running Group, and mature, tree-lined streets give the friendly community feeling that makes a house become a home.
The children can take a bus or a bike ride to the new Thoroughgood Elementary School with projected opening of a new state-of-the-art facility in 2020. Teachers in Virginia Beach flock to this school, known for it's "Thoroughly Good Manners," top ratings in VB Teachers surveys, experienced, kind, supportive staff, parental involvement, and diverse student population. The Gifted Resource program and the Special Needs services are lauded at this attentive primary school. Independence Middle is also tucked inside the neighborhood, just a quarter of a mile away, and boasts the advancement of students into the high school Academy Programs. Princess Anne High School is the zoned high school, enjoying the same diversity and is home to the internationally acclaimed International Baccalaureate (IB) Program. Learn all about the home by scheduling a private viewing with Windy Crutchfield (757) 646-8056.
MLS #: 10487774MLS #: 10486538MLS #: 10485801School districts for Thoroughgood
Neighborhood Recreation & Restaurants
Leaping Lizard Cafe Showcased on Diner, Drive-Ins, and Dives and host to a neighborhood annual Oyster Roast.
Taste--Serving gourmet sides and deli sandwiches, wine, gifts.
Mermaid Winery
Zia Marie authentic Italian Restaurant with romantic ambiance
Froggies Cantina By the Bay--Baja restaurant in Ocean Park
Citrus Breakfast & Lunch--Also of Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives fame!
Commonwealth Brewing
Buoy 44--The neighborhood's most recent addition with views of the beautiful Chesapeake Bay.
Distance to:
Joint Expeditionary Base, Little Creek 4 miles
Bayside Rec Center, 1.4 miles (7 min bike ride)
City Boat Ramp, 3.3 miles (16 min bike ride)
Town Center, 3.3 miles or 8 min drive
Lubos Wine Bar, 1 mile (7 minute bike ride)
Pleasure House Shops 0.5 mile
Chic's Beach Beach 3.5 miles
Downtown Norfolk/MacArthur Mall 10 milies
Joint Expeditionary Base, Fort Story Annex 6 miles
Norfolk Naval Base 12 miles
Norfolk-Portsmouth Tunnel 11 miles
Norfolk Airport 5 miles
Oceana Naval Air Station 12 miles
Naval Air Station Oceana, Dam Neck Annex 22 miles
Virginia Beach Oceanfront 10 miles
