Waterfront - Primary on Main - Eco Friendly
Address
40220 Sugar Hill Road, North Bethany, DE
Price
$ 8,495,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#DESU2107880
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status ACTIVE
- CountySUSSEX
- CityNorth Bethany
- AreaBaltimore Hundred
- NeighborhoodSea Del Estates
- Zip19930
- StyleContemporary,Mid-Century Modern
- Year Built2014
- Price$ 8,495,000
- Bedrooms6
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage4200
- Lot Size0.25 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description
A singular achievement in modern coastal architecture, this oceanfront residence located within the private gated SeaDel community in North Bethany Beach was designed by Robert Gurney, FAIA one of the most celebrated architects in the Mid-Atlantic and stands as a landmark property in Delaware's luxury beach real estate market. Hovering above pristine Atlantic dunes, this six-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath architectural home offers unobstructed ocean views and a living experience that is genuinely irreplaceable. The home's minimalist exterior a refined composition of fiber cement board, stucco, and wood gives way to an interior defined by reclaimed walnut flooring, crisp white painted millwork, and the kind of meticulous detailing that elevates every surface. This is not a beach house. It is a work of art you live in. The chef's kitchen is outfitted with flat-panel white cabinetry and a full suite of Miele appliances, including a built-in coffee system. Fixtures throughout are sourced from Hans Grohe and Graff Designs two benchmarks of luxury bath and kitchen hardware ensuring every touchpoint reflects the home's uncompromising standard of finish. Engineered to maximize its oceanfront site, the home was constructed on twenty-two existing pilings plus eight new, expanding the building envelope in full compliance with DNREC coastal regulations a configuration that cannot be replicated under today's code. Wood slat detailing on the south facade and lower levels draws in ocean breezes naturally, while the west-facing stairwell filters light without heat gain. The result is a home that feels as though it was conceived by the ocean itself. Indoor-outdoor living is seamless. Panoramic Atlantic Ocean views anchor every principal living space, and the boundary between the natural landscape and the interior dissolves entirely. For buyers seeking a Delaware beach home that transcends the ordinary a true architect-designed oceanfront estate with irreplaceable design provenance this is it.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 4/22/2026 | Listed $8,495,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 4200 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Zoned |
| Cooling | Central A/C |
| Possession | Settlement |
| Roof | Flat |
| Zoning | R |
| HOA Fee | 3178.00 |
| Association Fee Includes | Common Area Maintenance,Reserve Funds,Security Gate |
| Architectural Style | Contemporary,Mid-Century Modern |
| Construction Materials | Mixed |
| School District | INDIAN RIVER |
| Exclusions | Personal Items |
| Year Built | 2014 |
| View | Ocean |
| Levels | 3 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Cool Fuel | Geothermal |
| Building Name | NONE AVAILABLE |
| Accessibility | Elevator |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Annually |
| County | SUSSEX |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Association Amenities | Common Grounds,Gated Community,Jog/Walk Path,Tennis Courts,Tot Lots/Playground,Water/Lake Privileges |
| HOA | Yes |
| Energy Efficient | Exposure/Shade,HVAC |
| Subdivision Name | SEA DEL ESTATES |
| Facing Direction | West |
| Garage Y/N | No |
| Water Access Y/N | Yes |
| Green Sustainability | Renewable Materials |
| Other Structures | Above Grade,Below Grade |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Directions | Off Rt 1 |
| City | NORTH BETHANY |
| Body of Water | Atlantic Ocean |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| MLS Area | Baltimore Hundred (31001) |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 10890.00 |
| Property Condition | Excellent |
| Structure Type | Detached |
| Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N | No |
| Bathrooms Full Main Level | 1 |
| Bathrooms Count Main Level | 2.00 |
| Price Per Sq Ft Total AG | 2022.62 |
| Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
| Total SQFT | 4200 |
| Location Type | Oceanfront |
| Sussex DE Quadrants | East of Rt 1 |
| Builder Name | Bruce Mears |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Assessor |
| Legal Subdivision | SEA DEL ESTATES |
Interior Features
| Heating Fuel | Geo-thermal |
|---|---|
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Hot Water | Instant Hot Water |
| Basement (Y/N) | No |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 4200 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Central Air Y/N | Yes |
| Total Bedrooms | 6 |
| Entry Level | 1 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 2 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| LivingAreaSource | Estimated |
| Laundry Type | Upper Floor |
| Below Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
| Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source | Assessor |
| Below Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels | 4 |
| Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 4 |
| Bathrooms Half Main Level | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 | 2 |
| Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels | 2 |
| Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 2.00 |
| Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels | 2 |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | Estimated |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Total Baths | 4 |
| Number of Elevators | 1 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Private Beach |
|---|---|
| Pool | No Pool |
| Lot Features | Irregular,Other,Premium,Cul-de-sac |
| Water Source | Public |
| Inclusions | Furniture can be included with favorable terms |
| Type of Parking | Driveway |
| Foundation Details | Pilings,Other |
| Water View Y/N | Yes |
| Lot Dimensions | 40.00 x 273.00 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.25 |
| Water Body Type | Ocean |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Waterfront Y/N | Yes |
| Water Access Features | Private Beach |
| Navigable Water Y/N | Yes |
| Water Oriented Y/N | Yes |
| LotDimensionsSource | Assessor |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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