Goochland County sits just west of Short Pump along the Route 250 corridor, rolling hardwoods, large parcels, and a pace of life that’s hard to find this close to Richmond. It’s one of the best places in Central Virginia to build on your lot, and McMahon Custom Homes has been doing exactly that here for years. From Sandy Hook and Maidens Road to the open land stretching toward Manakin-Sabot, we know this county, the soil conditions, the permitting process, and what it takes to build a home that belongs on the land it sits on. Josh McMahon personally oversees every Goochland project from the first site visit through the final walkthrough.
Whether you already own a parcel in Goochland or are still searching for the right lot, we guide you through every step, from site evaluation and design through permitting and construction. Our custom home financing page has information on construction loans if you’re still working through how to fund the build.
Goochland is one of the few counties in the Richmond metro where you can still find genuine land. Parcels of five, ten, even twenty acres with hardwood canopy, creek frontage, or James River views are still available. The Route 250 corridor connects Manakin-Sabot and Goochland Courthouse to Short Pump in under 20 minutes, and lots along this corridor are some of the most sought-after in Central Virginia for buyers who want space without sacrificing proximity to Richmond.
We build on your lot throughout Goochland County, off Maidens Road, along Sandy Hook Road, in the Manakin-Sabot area, and on rural parcels deeper into the county toward the James River. Our first step is always a site evaluation. We look at soil conditions, slope, septic feasibility, well placement, and driveway access before any design work begins. If you’re still searching for the right parcel, we can advise on what makes a Goochland lot buildable and what to watch for before you buy. For more on how the process works from land to keys, see our full guide to building on your lot.
McMahon Custom Homes does not build from stock plans or operate as a high-volume builder. Each home is designed based on your input, the specifics of your lot, and the needs of your household. From the initial meeting to the final walkthrough, all phases of the project are managed internally to provide clear communication and full project visibility.
Our approach is rooted in three things:
The layout of your home should support how you live each day. Our team takes the time to understand your goals, whether you need an open kitchen, a flexible space that serves more than one function, features that support long-term living, or areas designed around specific hobbies. Whether you are planning for a long-term family residence, a smaller home with flexible options, or a house that supports both remote work and gatherings, the design will be based on how you intend to use the space.
Most Goochland lots are not flat, utility-connected, and ready to build on. Steep grades, heavily wooded terrain, private roads, and properties requiring well and septic systems are common out here. We evaluate every site before design begins, looking at soil perc results, drainage patterns, clearing requirements, and where a well and drainfield can realistically go. The design gets built around what the land allows, and that approach is what keeps builds on schedule and on budget.
You will not be handed off between multiple vendors. Our team manages every part of the project, including permitting, plan development, budgeting, and construction, all handled internally. This helps maintain a clear schedule, stable costs, and a more manageable process.
Goochland is not a subdivision county. The lots are irregular, the terrain varies, and the character of the land is part of why people choose to build here. A floor plan pulled from a catalog ignores all of that.
We design every home around the specific parcel it sits on, orienting it to capture the best views, positioning the garage and driveway to work with the natural grade, and designing outdoor spaces that connect the home to the land around it.
Goochland homeowners tend to know exactly why they chose this county over somewhere closer to the city. Our job is to translate that into a home that looks like it belongs exactly where it sits.
McMahon Custom Homes LLC
1925 Ellis Drive
Maidens, VA 23102
We meet to discuss your vision, preferred layout, budget, and any unique features you want in your new home. We also review your site, whether in Goochland’s rural farmland or a suburban neighborhood.
We evaluate soil conditions, utilities, access, and the best orientation for sunlight and privacy. Goochland’s rolling terrain and wooded areas can influence design choices, so this step is essential.
Our team creates preliminary designs and refines them into detailed construction documents. You will see floor plans, exterior elevations, and 3D renderings that make it easy to visualize your new home.
We handle all local permits and approvals, working closely with Goochland County’s building department to move your project forward without unnecessary delays.
We provide a clear breakdown of all costs, from foundation work to final finishes, so there are no surprises along the way. See our Richmond-area custom home cost guide for typical price ranges.
We guide you in choosing durable and beautiful materials that suit your style and budget, sourcing from trusted local suppliers whenever possible.
Our on-site management ensures workmanship meets our high standards. Inspections are performed at key stages to confirm that every detail is right.
We review every feature with you, provide maintenance guidance, and remain available for warranty service after you move in.
Whether you already own a lot or are just beginning your search, we’ll partner with you to craft a home that’s truly yours. Reach out now and take the first step toward your dream home.
If you already own land in Goochland County, you’re ahead of most custom home buyers. We build on privately owned lots throughout the county, off Maidens Road, along Sandy Hook Road, near Manakin-Sabot, and on larger rural parcels toward the James River. Our process starts with a thorough site evaluation covering soil conditions, drainage, septic feasibility, well placement, and clearing requirements. Once we understand what the land needs, we design a home around it. For more on how the on-your-lot process works from land to keys, see our full guide to building on your lot.
Goochland has a lot of older homes with real character, farmhouses and established properties on large lots that just need kitchens and bathrooms brought up to date. McMahon Custom Homes offers full kitchen remodeling and bathroom renovation services in Goochland County. Same design-build process, same personal oversight from Josh, same attention to finishes that we bring to a new custom build. If you love where you live but the kitchen or bath is holding the house back, we can help.
Want to see McMahon Custom Homes’ work in Goochland before you commit? We have a completed model home at 1925 Maidens Road in Maidens available to visit in person or by virtual tour. Call Josh at 804-774-5217 to schedule a walkthrough or take the virtual tour online.
The families we build for in Goochland tend to fall into a few groups. Short Pump and West End buyers who want more land for their money and are willing to move 15 minutes west to get it. Families who inherited property in Goochland and are finally ready to build on land that has been in the family for years. People who are done with HOAs and subdivisions and want a home on their own terms. And buyers relocating to the Richmond area who discover Goochland and realize it offers something the closer-in suburbs can’t.
If any of that sounds like you, call Josh and start the conversation.
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