Located only 20 miles south of Richmond and on the Appomattox River, Colonial Heights, V.A., is a charming community with big city amenities. Rooted in Civil War history, this Virginia town has many historical sites to visit.

Violet Bank is a one-story clapboard house and was home to General Robert E. Lee’s headquarters in 1864 from June to September. The building was named due to the thousands of Violets that grew under the Oak Trees of an adjacent hill. Swift Creek Mill yet another historic site in the town, and is believed to be the oldest gristmill, where grain is made to flour, in the country. This mill provides family entertainment options such as an authentic meal or theater show from the era. Colonial Heights also boasts five city parks that provide picnic shelter, campgrounds, fishing, boat docks and sports fields.

The commercial area of Colonial Heights is home to a regional mall and several businesses. Colonial Heights serves as a great place to buy a home due to its convenient commute to Richmond. Enjoy a single family unit, condominium or townhouse in the neighborhood of your dreams in Colonial Heights. The Blue Ridge Mountains on the West and the Atlantic Ocean to the east gives the city a mild and ideal climate all year round. Overall, Colonial Heights is a fabulous community with tons to offer!