A supportive county government is another plus. Says Pryor, "We've had a Board of Supervisors that respects agriculture, respects open space, respects land use values. It just seemed a natural fit for an organization that represents agriculture statewide to come here."

Twenty years later, that feeling hasn't changed. "We still have a wonderful relationship with the Board of Supervisors, and the County Administrator, and Planning," shares Pryor.

The transportation network is another attractive part of doing business in Goochland and West Creek. "I must add one of the best assets for all of this property and our location has been Route 288. That just, ten-fold, made our location," says Pryor. "For most of our employees, even coming from the south side or coming from the west or coming from the north, traffic is not an issue."

"And if you need to go somewhere fast, we've got a wonderful interstate system right around us here, going east and west. 30 minutes from right here and you're sitting at the airport. I travel to D.C. quite a bit, and in a couple hours, you're up there," Pryor continues.

Goochland also offers easy access to urban amenities in Richmond. "Another great advantage is Short Pump," Pryor says. "All you got to do is drive 5 minutes, and you can have anything you want. If you want shopping, if you want restaurants, if you want hotels, it's all there." 

Goochland truly strikes the balance between rural charm and urban convenience.

"We've got the ideal location if you want a little privacy, a little scenery, a little rural character. You couldn't pick a better place."