Lake Gordonsville

Louisa County, Virginia

Lake Gordonsville, also known as Bowler’s Mill Lake, is in Gordonsville, Virginia. Charlottesville is under 30 miles away, and Richmond is under 70 miles away.

Under 80 miles away, residents can use the Charlottesville–Albemarle Airport, Shenandoah Valley Airport, or the Richmond International Airport. The Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital is under 25 miles away.

Groceries and snacks can be found at several stores and markets within 15 miles. Locals recommend restaurants such as Barbeque Exchange, Los Tres Hermanitos, Inwood Restaurant, and Real Food.

Fun on the Water

At 75 acres, Lake Gordonsville offers its residents privacy and plenty of lake fun.

Residents enjoy using electric motorboats, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, relaxing on the shoreline, and taking in the beautiful sights. There is a gravel parking lot and boat ramp, but no boat rentals or other facilities.

Anglers can expect to find healthy amounts of largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, crappie, and channel catfish.

Explore Nature

Outdoorsmen and women should be delighted to know that there are multiple hiking trails nearby.

Couple your passion for nature with learning about history at Trevilian Battlefield Trails and Park.

Trail Junction and Louisa Town Park offer easy walking trails, but for higher-difficulty excursions, head to 571-acre Preddy Creek Trail Park.

Explore Richmond

The nearby city of Richmond is teeming with historical sites. Monument Avenue and the White House of the Confederacy provide historical information concerning the early days of the United States.

The top Richmond attraction is Maymont, a 100-acre estate featuring a Japanese garden, petting zoo, carriages, and the Dooley Mansion is available for tour.

Carytown, a popular city district, is home to unique shopping, dining, and entertainment options. The historic Byrd Theater, which was built in 1928, is celebrating over 90 years of service.

The Virginia Museum of Art has free admission and features pieces whose creation dates back to 5,000 years.

A Place to Call Home

Whether you are looking to buy a family home, a full-time retirement residence, or a waterfront property, Lake Gordonsville is an excellent choice.