22261 WATERVIEW ROAD, LEWES, DE 19958

$2,849,900

Spectacular Private Waterfront Estate on Love Creek! A rare opportunity to own a stunning custom-built waterfront retreat nestled on 6.69 acres along tranquil Love Creek, with direct access to Rehoboth Bay. This exquisite property offers 6,840 square feet of heated living space (8,509 total) and includes a boat slip, making… Read More it a perfect sanctuary for nature lovers and water enthusiasts alike. A long, private drive with a circular turnaround leads to the welcoming front staircase and charming covered porch. Inside, the foyer opens to both the main and ground levels. The heart of the home is the breathtaking two-story great room, featuring a dramatic stone fireplace, a wall of windows, and sliding glass doors showcasing panoramic water views. Step onto the expansive, maintenance-free deck and enjoy gentle bay breezes while watching bald eagles soar overhead. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, complete with a large island, quartz countertops, walk-in pantry, high-end stainless steel appliances, tile backsplash, and rich hardwood floors. It flows seamlessly into a bright dining area surrounded by three walls of windows overlooking the water. The main level also includes a home office with custom built-ins, a stylish powder room, and a luxurious owner's suite. The primary bedroom features tray ceilings, elegant moldings, wainscoting, serene water views, and dual walk-in closets - one with a built-in makeup vanity, desk, and stackable washer/dryer. The spa-like owner's bath boasts a clawfoot soaking tub, oversized tile shower, and separate vanities. The lower level is designed for entertainment and comfort, with a guest bedroom, full bath, wet bar (with pass-through to the screened porch), a spacious family room, media room, and two mudrooms - one equipped with a dog wash station. Walk out to a large screened porch that leads to a resort-style outdoor oasis, complete with a pool, firepit, outdoor kitchen, mistaway system, and a Marmiro marble patio. Upstairs, the third level features three additional en-suite bedrooms, a loft, and a bonus room with sweeping views. One of the bedrooms offers private deck access - the perfect perch for watching Rehoboth Beach fireworks. A spacious three-car garage includes a bonus room above with a private staircase, ideal for storage or future living space. Featuring wide plank hardwood floors, solar panels (owned), custom tile and millwork throughout, elevator shaft for future elevator to all three levels, energy efficient dual fuel hvac, and Rennai hot water on demand. Room to add a ADU(Accessory Dwelling Unit), pole barn, and potential for acquiring additional acreage. Convenient to Lewes and Rehoboth attractions by car and boat! This exceptional estate offers the perfect blend of luxury, privacy, and waterfront living. Hard to reproduce this home and finishes for this price! Don't miss the video tour - your dream home awaits! Read Less

Courtesy of KIM Hamer, Monument Sotheby's International Realty [email protected]

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Jun 21, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Residential

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

6,840

Lot Size

6.69 Acres

Year Built

2021

MLS Number

DESU2088690

30 Days Snapshot Of 19958

$617k

+9%

(avg) sold price

-1%

homes sold

-19%

(avg) days on market

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Additional Details

Property Access

Boat - Powered, Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed

Appliances & Equipment

Water Heater - Tankless, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher, Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Cooktop, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances

Building

6,840 sqft living area, 6,840 sqft above grade (finished), 1,669 sqft above grade (unfinished), Built in 2021, Structure Type: Detached, 3 levels, Coastal, Stick Built, HardiPlank Type

Community

4 community docks, 4 community slips

Cooling

Central Air, Electric, Central A/C

Accessibility Features

Other

Exterior Features

Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Lawn Sprinkler, Play Area

Fence

Partially

Fireplaces

1 fireplace, Gas/Propane

Floors

Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood

Foundation

Slab

Garage

3 garage spaces

Water Features

Navigable Water, Water Access, Water Body Name: Love Creek, Water Body Type: Creek, Water Oriented, Waterfront Features: Y, Shared, Private Dock Site

Heating

Propane - Leased, Electric, Programmable Thermostat, Heat Pump(s), Forced Air

Interior Features

Bar, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Primary Bedroom - Bay Front, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors

Laundry

Main Floor, Upper Floor

Lot

291,416 sqft, Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00, 6.69 acres, Stream/Creek, Partly Wooded, Landscaping, Additional Lot(s)

Energy Saving

PV Solar Array(s) Owned

Parking

Asphalt Driveway, Concrete Driveway

Pool

Heated

Property

Additional Parcels, Dock/Slip Conveys, 1 dock, Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es), Deck(s), Screened, View: Bay, Creek/Stream, 1 boat slip

Roof

Architectural Shingle

Sewer

On Site Septic, Gravity Sept Fld

Taxes

County Tax: $258, County Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, School Tax: $2,906, School Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, Tax Annual Amount: $3,194, Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Hot Water: Propane, Tankless, Cable TV, Propane, Electric Available, Sewer Available, Water Available

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