22261 Waterview Road
Closed 10/10/25Virtual Tour
Closed 10/10/25Virtual Tour
Description
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 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...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 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!
LISTING CLOSED: 10/10/2025 12:00 AM
- Listed by Kimberly Lear Hamer • Monument Sotheby's International RealtyP: (302) 745-9914 kim@kimhamer.com
Property Details for 22261 Waterview Road
Status
MLS #
DESU2088690
Days on Market
80
Taxes
$3,194 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built
2021
Lot Size
6.69 AC / 291,416 SF
County
Tax ID Number
234-12.00-22.05
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Coastal
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
Yes
Waterfront Features
Shared, Private Dock Site
Views
Bay, Creek/Stream
Garage
Yes
Subdivision
WATERVIEW ON LOVE CREEK
Subdivision
WATERVIEW ON LOVE CREEK (SUSSEX DE)
Building Name
NONE AVAILABLE (LEWES DE)
Legal Subdivision
INDIAN RIVER
Total Parking Spaces
13
Central Air
Yes
Basement
No
Above Grade Finished SQFT
6,840.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source
Estimated
Above Grade Unfinished SQFT
1,669.00
Above Grade Unfin SQFT Source
Estimated
Below Grade Finished SQFT
.00
Below Grade Fin SQFT Source
Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SQFT
.00
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source
Assessor
Total Below Grade SQFT
.00
Total Below Grade SQFT Source
Assessor
New Construction
No
Property Condition
Excellent
Location
Listing Courtesy of Monument Sotheby's International Realty
Sold By Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville
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Building Information for 22261 Waterview Road
Stories3Year Built2021Building Size-Lot Size6.69 AC / 291,416 SF
Payment Calculator
$13,736 per month
30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest
Principal and Interest
$13,470
Property Taxes
$266
HOA Dues
$0
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1Property Information for 22261 Waterview Road
Location
Location
- In City Limits: No
- School District Name: CAPE HENLOPEN
- School District County ID: 300200396895
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- County: SUSSEX
- MLS Area: Indian River Hundred (31008)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
- Water View: Yes
- Water Access: Yes
- Water Access Features: Boat - Powered, Canoe/Kayak, Fishing Allowed
- Water Oriented: Yes
- Navigable Water: Yes
- Tidal Water: Yes
- Water Body Name: Love Creek
- Water Body Type: Creek
- Water Frontage In Feet: 169.0
- Riparian Rights Y/N: Yes
- Docks Count: 1
- Dock Type and Features: Single Slip
- Dock/Slip Conveys Y/N: true
- Dock/Slip Conveyance: Assigned
- Slips Count: 1
- Distance To Body Of Water: 846.00
- Distance To Body Of Water Units: Feet
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
- Property Manager Y/N: No
- Senior Community: No
- Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
- Tax Year: 2024
- Year Assessed: 2024
- County Tax: $258
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: 999
- Zoning: AR-1
- School Tax: $2,906
- School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pet Restrictions: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Rooms
Main
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 3
Upper Level 1
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 3
All Lower Levels
- # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
- # Bedrooms Lower Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1
Rooms
- Room List: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Den, Great Room, Laundry, Loft, Mud Room, Office, Media Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath, Screened Porch
- Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 2
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 3
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
- Room Type: Bathroom 2
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 5
- Room Type: Bathroom 3
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
- Room Type: Bathroom 1
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 7
- Room Type: Loft
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 8
- Room Type: Den
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 9
- Room Type: Primary Bathroom
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Attached Bathroom, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Countertop(s) - Quartz, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
Room 10
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Attached Bathroom, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Flooring - HardWood, Walk-In Closet(s)
Room 11
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Countertop(s) - Quartz, Dining Area, Flooring - HardWood, Kitchen - Propane Cooking, Lighting - Pendants, Pantry
Room 12
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 13
- Room Type: Great Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Fireplace - Gas, Flooring - HardWood, Built-Ins
Room 14
- Room Type: Laundry
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 15
- Room Type: Office
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Built-Ins
Room 16
- Room Type: Half Bath
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 17
- Room Type: Bedroom 5
- Room Level: Lower 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 18
- Room Type: Bathroom 1
- Room Level: Lower 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 19
- Room Type: Family Room
- Room Level: Lower 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 20
- Room Type: Game Room
- Room Level: Lower 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 21
- Room Type: Mud Room
- Room Level: Lower 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 22
- Room Type: Media Room
- Room Level: Lower 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 23
- Room Type: Screened Porch
- Room Level: Lower 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 24
- Room Type: Laundry
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Green Info
- Green Energy Generation: PV Solar Array(s) Owned
Building Info
- Builder Name: Schell Brothers
- Total Finished SQFT: 6,840.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 720.00
- Total SQFT: 8,509.00
- Total SQFT Source: Estimated
- Construction Materials: Stick Built, HardiPlank Type
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Lower Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 5
- # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
- Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: Stream/Creek, Partly Wooded, Landscaping, Additional Lot(s)
- Fencing: Partially
- Location Type: Creek/Stream
- Parcel ID: 5149131
- Additional Parcels: Yes
- Addl Parcels Descrp: lot next door available to add more acreage
- Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
- Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage
- Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 3
- Driveway - # of Spaces: 10
- Total Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway, Concrete Driveway
- Garage Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage - Front Entry, Additional Storage Area
Interior Features
Interior Features
- 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
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 1
- Fireplace Features: Gas/Propane
- Appliances: 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
- Accessibility Features: Other
- Security Features: Exterior Cameras
- Laundry Type: Main Floor, Upper Floor
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://players.brightcove.net/5782667248001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6374359959112
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Lawn Sprinkler, Play Area
- Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es), Deck(s), Screened
- Pool: Yes - Personal
- Personal Pool Features: Heated
- Community Slips Count: 4
- Community Docks Count: 4
- Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
- Utilities: Cable TV, Propane, Electric Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Programmable Thermostat, Heat Pump(s), Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Propane - Leased, Electric
- Hot Water: Propane, Tankless
- Water Source: Well
- Sewer Septic: On Site Septic, Gravity Sept Fld
Confidential Data
Listing Office
- List Agent AOR: Sussex County Association of REALTORS (DE)
- List Agent URL: http://www.kimhamer.com
Property History for 22261 Waterview Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2025 | Closed BRIGHT #DESU2088690 | $2,650,000 | — |
| Oct 7, 2025 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1918607390 | $2,650,000 | +59.3% / yr |
| Sep 3, 2025 | Pending BRIGHT #DESU2088690 | — | |
| Sep 3, 2025 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DESU2088690 | — | |
| Jun 18, 2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU2088690 | $2,849,900 | — |
| Mar 23, 2021 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1458145735 | $320,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2025 | Closed BRIGHT #DESU2088690 | $2,650,000 |
| 10/07/2025 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1918607390 | $2,650,000 +59.3% / yr |
| 09/03/2025 | Pending BRIGHT #DESU2088690 | — |
| 09/03/2025 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DESU2088690 | — |
| 06/18/2025 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU2088690 | $2,849,900 |
| 03/23/2021 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1458145735 | $320,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 22261 Waterview Road
Taxable ValueLand$2,650Additions-Total$2,650
Tax Record2025$2,584 ($215 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt4,416 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,416 SqFtStories2Lot Size291,416 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2022ZoningAR-1CountySUSSEXAPN234-12.00-22.05
Schools near 22261 Waterview Road
This home is within Cape Henlopen School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Love Creek Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
Mariner Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Cape Henlopen High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Frederick D Thomas Middle School Public6 to 8 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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Nearby home values
| Address | Sold price | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Lot (Sqft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
This home: 22261 Waterview Road, Lewes, DE 19958 | $2,650,000 | 5 | 6 | 6,840 | 291,416 |
$10,900 | – | – | 2,088 | 641,203 | |
– | 2 | – | 2,978 | 237,315 | |
– | 4 | – | 1,256 | 81,022 | |
$199,900 | – | – | – | 125,452 | |
$199,900 | – | – | – | 172,933 | |
$535,063 | – | – | – | 719,175 | |
– | 3 | – | 1,120 | 24,333 | |
$650,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,428 | 121,097 | |
– | 3 | – | 1,350 | 22,625 | |
$75,000 | 3 | – | 1,989 | 43,560 | |
– | 3 | – | 1,620 | 135,907 | |
– | 2 | – | 100 | 20,382 | |
$189,000 | – | – | – | 125,888 | |
– | 3 | – | 1,400 | 43,560 | |
$625,000 | – | – | – | 1,366,041 |
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