Master-Planned and Gated Communities in Delaware
What do you need to know about Delaware? In Delaware, you’ll get luxurious coastal charm in the east and a smattering of the Appalachian foothills upstate. Within its borders you’ll find natural beauty and rich history. A selection of vacation resorts, 55+ communities, and gated communities will give you access to it all every day.
Whether you’re looking to retire or find a second home, you can expect nothing less than endless opportunities for adventure, relaxation, and the ideal lifestyle.
Life by the Beach
One of the most well-known features of the state is its beaches. Whether ocean-side or bay-side, you’re guaranteed fun, sun-filled days on sandy shores. Water sports dominate in Dewey, so grab a paddle and go kayaking or hop on a jet ski and zip across the water for the day. You’ve also got Fenwick Island and its state park, where activities like fishing and sunbathing—while taking in the scenery—can be a part of your daily routine. And these are just two of the many beaches that make up Delaware’s coastline, all of them offering different experiences.
The First State
For history buffs, Delaware, known as the First State, is a well-preserved gem of the nation’s past. With house tours, as well as garden and architecture tours, you can glimpse what the state was like in its early days. Other landmarks include Civil War-era Fort Delaware and, in “Chateau Country,” the grand mansions of the DuPont family.
City Mouse, Country Mouse
Peaceful communities are scattered throughout the state, providing the relaxing lifestyle you want for your home. But when you want top-notch shopping or a night out on the town, Wilmington offers those big-city attractions you may sometimes crave.
Beyond the beaches and the city, you can get in tune with nature at one of the various preserves and parks, including Fenwick Island State Park and Redden State Forest, Delaware’s largest forest. Hike the trails, enjoy horseback riding, or go bird watching while surrounded by a forest of beautiful mixed hardwoods.
Living in DE
The beaches, the proximity to big-city life, the beautiful history—these are all important factors when considering where you want to move. Another aspect to keep in mind is how your new home might treat your finances. Delaware has a reputation for being a tax-friendly state for retirees. The state income tax allows for a $12,500 exclusion from retirement income, including IRAs, 401(k)s, and pensions. Property taxes are low, and there’s also no sales tax, which means more disposable income to spend any way you want.
If you’re looking for a location with distinct four seasons and comfortable weather throughout the year, Delaware is the perfect destination. Summer temperatures average in the eighties, providing the hot, humid—yet still comfortable—weather that goes hand-in-hand with beach life. Winters are cold but mild; springtime brings showers and beautiful blooms. But the showstopper is autumn, when you can see gorgeous fall foliage in the northern part of the state while enjoying temperatures that are comfortably crisp—and perfect for being outdoors.
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The Peninsula on the Indian River Bay
The Peninsula on the Indian River Bay creates a lifestyle full of the activities you’ve been searching for. Come live, dine, relax and play in this one-of-a-kind resort community in Coastal Delaware that combines best-in-class amenities that fit your lifestyle with beautifully designed new homes from the $300s to $3M+
The Peninsula has something for everyone! Our private gated resort community features an 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature designed golf course, racquet club with tennis and pickle ball, a full service spa, state-of-the-art athletic club, indoor and outdoor pools that include a poolside grill, a signature wave pool, and sand beach. We also have three points of water access to the surrounding bay: the nature and exploration center with a kayak launch, our bay beach, and our floating dock and fishing pier. You’ll live every day like you’re vacationing in a five-star resort at The Peninsula.
Single-family, single -family detached villas and townhomes are available.
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Bayside
Bayside is an award-winning classic beach resort community developed by the regionally renowned Carl M. Freeman Companies. Tree-lined streets showcase a community of stunning homes – all inspired by the New England coastal towns.
Located just outside Fenwick Island, DE, Bayside is removed but certainly not remote, with the perfect blend of privacy and location.
Our Bayside community is ideally nestled in this quiet resort town with access to all that it has to offer. As one of Delaware’s finest coastal destinations, Fenwick Island is beautifully serene but with plenty to do. Once you’re here, you might notice your cares melting away as the beaches of Fenwick Island call your name.
Whether you see yourself in a townhouse, villa-style duplex or single-family dwelling, there is an ideal Bayside home for you, ranging from cozy to grand. Our selection of designs, by the area’s top builders, offer a selection of varied floor plans and settings to meet your personal taste, budget and lifestyle.
K. Hovnanian’s Four Seasons at Baymont Farms
Located in Middletown, DE,. K. Hovnanian’s Four Seasons at Baymont Farms is a 55+ active lifestyle community featuring low-maintenance single family homes. With an ideal location in Middletown, there’s plenty of shopping and dining nearby to explore. But you won’t need to leave the community to find your next adventure.
K. Hovnanian’s Four Seasons at Baymont Farms will feature a 6,000-square-foot clubhouse. It’s where you’ll gather around the grand fireplace of the social lounge and bar area, or enjoy recreation of your choice in the fitness center, game room, billiard room, card room or aerobics studio. The adventure continues outside, where you’ll find an outdoor pool, a tiki hut, pickleball courts and walking trails.
K. Hovnanian Homes has decades of expertise curating exceptional active lifestyles for those 55 or better. Its last active lifestyle community in New Castle County, K. Hovnanian’s Four Seasons at Silver Maple was Delaware’s best-selling 55+ community from 2014 until its completion in 2016.
Contact a Community Information Specialist to sign up for the community’s VIP list, and be the first to receive the latest updates and invitations to special events!
Tower Hill
Tower Hill is the latest addition to Lewes, Delaware, a quaint seaside town situated at the mouth of the Delaware Bay. Although Lewes has roots going back to 1631, the newly constructed homes at Tower Hill will surely attract a new generation of townsfolk to the coastal community.
Developed by Carl M. Freeman Companies and built by K. Hovnanian Homes, Tower Hill consists of 292 single family homes, with lots ranging from 1/5 to ¼ acre and homes consisting of two to four bedrooms. Inside, 10-foot ceilings create open living areas, while some floor plans offer the option of screened patios and separate entertainment rooms. But the heart of the homes at Tower Hill are the gourmet kitchens, with granite countertops, stainless steel GE appliances, and a large island with pull up seating.
Of course, Tower Hill includes a community pool, tennis courts, putting green and a 6,000 square foot clubhouse, among other outdoor facilities that you’ve come to expect. But perhaps the biggest draw to Tower Hill is the surrounding community and the impressive selection of beaches at your doorstep.
Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach, and Bethany Beach draw visitors from across the Mid-Atlantic region, and Tower Hill is literally minutes away from all three. To avoid tourists, head to the lesser-known Lewes Beach, a true locals spot. When you tire of the sun and sand, enjoy the town of Lewes, which has a busy historic district with boutique shopping, fine dining, art galleries and cafes. You can also explore the delicate ecosystem surrounding Tower Hill by visiting the nearby Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge, Redden State Forest, or Cape Henlopen State Park.
The Delmarva Peninsula is known for its relaxed pace of life, unique ecosystems, and pleasant towns. Request more information to be part of it all at Tower Hill.
Regal Builders Homes at Noble’s Pond
Noble’s Pond Delaware 55+ Community
Noble’s Pond is where active adults ages 55+ are having the time of their lives during the prime of their lives. Homeowners can choose to build their dream homes with Regal Builders in tax-friendly Dover, Delaware at Noble’s Pond which is situated on 293 acres of lush, wooded land.
Noble’s Pond, a “Main Street Americana” style neighborhood, has won some of the highest awards for home building and community design. All home plans from Regal Builders are available in three distinct styles, with a variety of options for virtually limitless personalization and features that active adults want. Noble’s Pond is located minutes from top-ranked healthcare, renowned beaches, and historic downtown Dover. The central location is convenient to the cities of Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Philadelphia, and New York City.
Now is the time to learn more about Noble’s Pond. There are limited opportunities to reserve a homesite in Neighborhood 2 – less than 4 homesites remain!
Regal Builders is also making way for a new, premium cluster of only 32 homesites surrounded by nature coming to Neighborhood 3 next year, The Enclave. The team is currently scheduling preview appointments for this exclusive premium neighborhood to learn more about the application and reservation process. Appointments are expected to fill up quickly due to initial interest. Contact Regal Builders to schedule your appointment today!
Amenities Listing:
Award-Winning Lifestyle Director: She plans everything from low-key community get-togethers and
regular outings to international adventures. Your social calendar will be the envy of all your friends.
Clubhouse: The social hub of the community with amenities such as swimming pool with Olympic lap
lane, new fitness center, four bocce courts, tennis courts, putting green, billiards, library, commercial
kitchen, event spaces and more.
Enjoy the outdoors: Community nature trail great for walking and biking, fishing pier with large
picturesque pond, community gardens.
Give Back Together: Homeowners regularly plan benefits and fundraisers to benefit causes they care
about. So many ways to get involved and make a difference in the local community and beyond.
Heritage Shores
The homes at Heritage Shores have been designed to maximize your lifestyle by incorporating the latest technologies that provide ease of maintenance and energy efficiency. There’s something for every taste and budget at Heritage Shores, with flexible main-level living home designs featuring two-car garages and available second levels, lofts and outdoor spaces. With a wealth of available upgrades, there are virtually endless possibilities for personalizing your new home. Plus, Heritage Shores also offers rental opportunities on some of its most popular floorplans, with flexible one- to five-year leases and all amenities included.
Additional amenities include: Full-Time Activities Director, 18 – Hole Arthur Hills Championship Golf Course, State-Of-The-Art Fitness Center, Indoor and Outdoor Swimming Pools, Tennis, Pickleball and Bocce Ball, Fresh Air Exercise Circuit, Health & Wellness Center, 28,000 sq. ft. Clubhouse, Kayak Launch, On-Site Restaurants, Sugar Beet Market, Woodshop, Aerobics and Dance Studio, Arts and Creative Studio, Billiards and Card Room, Pro Shop, Dog Park, Performance Lawn, Outdoor Chess and Checkers Tables, Shuffleboard, and Many Classes & Clubs.
Call 302.956.6129 for more information or to schedule a visit to our Discovery Center.
Riverbend
Welcome to Riverbend! 55+ Living in New Castle, DE. The perfect blend of a historic small town and modern living. Riverbend is located in the beautiful, historic riverfront town of New Castle, Delaware. New Castle has been named in the top 10 of the most beautiful small towns in the United States. Renowned for its Separation Day and A Day in New Castle events that showcase the town’s hundreds of years of history. There is never a shortage of things to see and do in New Castle, Delaware. Take your living outside the home with community amenities. The Riverbend community is a modern neighborhood with community amenities such as a clubhouse with an indoor pool and outdoor decks, a fitness center, and gathering spaces. Located along the Delaware River with access to New Castle’s many walking and bike trails, beaches, and fishing areas. This charming town is located just 10 minutes south of downtown Wilmington with easy access from I-95 and I-295 makes it conveniently located from many metropolitan draws such as Philadelphia (45 min), Baltimore (1.5hr), Rehoboth Beach (1.5hr), and Washington D.C (2hrs).
K. Hovnanian’s Four Seasons at Belle Terre
Located in Lewes, DE,. K. Hovnanian’s® Four Seasons at Belle Terre is a 55+ active lifestyle community featuring low-maintenance single family homes. K. Hovnanian® Homes has decades of expertise curating exceptional active lifestyles for those 55 or better. At Belle Terre, residents will enjoy a 6,000 sq. ft. clubhouse with outdoor pool, as well as a state-of-the-art fitness center, billiards room, game room, lounge and aerobics room. Step outside to enjoy an extensive trail system, fire pit, outdoor kitchen, pickle ball and bocce courts.
With an ideal location close to Rehoboth and Lewes Beach, you’ll spend your days with friends and family soaking up the sun or cruising the boardwalk, all in tax-free Sussex County, Delaware. Other nearby conveniences include a variety of public and private golf courses, and Tanger® Outlets, just 2 miles away from the community.
Schedule a tour today to preview three fully-decorated model homes and discover your ideal lifestyle!
Schell Brothers – Delaware Premier Home Builder
At Schell Brothers, our mission is to bring happiness to ourselves and our homeowners by not only creating exceptional homes and communities, but also by providing an extraordinary home buying experience.
Located in the heart of Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, we pride ourselves on building homes that provide a healthier and more comfortable living environment for our homeowners. As a leading builder on the coast of Delaware, we specialize in new homes that offer a variety of architectural styles, innovative floorplans and extensive personalization in highly desirable communities in Sussex and New Castle Counties.
Award-Winning Homes. Our innovative floorplan designs are based on local experience, industry knowledge, and customer input. Your new home will include personalized features and specially crafted details, meticulously designed for comfort, aesthetics, and livability.
Extensive Personalization. Our design process provides you with all the tools and resources necessary to make choosing beautiful finishes fun and easy. In addition to spending a full day with one of our experienced design consultants in our award winning design center, you can also browse our Online Design Center to view inspiration photos and create collages of your favorite selections.
Energy Efficiency. We pride ourselves on building homes that that provide a healthier and more comfortable living environment for our homeowners. That is why we developed Schellter™ an advanced building science technology that delivers high performance and healthy living, and is included in our all of our homes. You will love the comfort, durability and, best of all, the savings our energy efficient homes provide.
Low Tax Living. Leave the taxing life behind! When you own a home in Delaware, you will pay no tax on social security benefits, personal property or sales tax. You’ll love the tax-free shopping and, the best of all, you’ll financially benefit from living in a state with one of the lowest property taxes in the nation.
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Next Steps
It’s hard not to be enchanted by Delaware. So, if this is a place you know you want to settle, browse the communities below and make a list of the ones that may fit your lifestyle. Once you’ve chosen, take the next step and venture out. It’s the best way to truly know if this destination can become your home. Book a discovery tour and come visit for yourself.