40220 Sugar Hill Rd

Bethany Beach, DE 19930
  • $8,495,000

    Price
  • 6

    Bed
  • 3.5

    Bath
  • 4,200

    SqFt

About the Listing OAA204 - 3267535

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.

Listing Highlights

Status Active
Days on Site 14
Property Type Residential
MLS ® DESU2107880
Year Built 2014
Total Square Footage 4,200
Lot/Acreage 0.25
County Sussex
Building Name NONE AVAILABLE
Neighborhood Sea Del Estates
HOA Dues 3178/Annually
School District Indian River

Interior Details

  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Bathrooms: 3 Full / 1 Half
  • Appliances:
  • Air Cond: Central A/C
  • Heating: Zoned
  • Fireplaces: 1, 1 Fireplace
  • Floor:
  • Above Ground Sq Ft: 4200
  • Below Ground Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement:
  • Other: Main Floor Bedrooms: 2
  • Water: Public

Exterior Details

  • Lot Description: Irregular,Premium,Cul-de-sac,Not New Construction,Horse Property: No,Waterfront
  • Garage Capacity: N/A
  • Lot Dimensions: 40.00 x 273.00
  • Zoning: R
  • Roof: Flat
  • Others: Private Beach,Excellent,Common Grounds,Gated Community,Jog/Walk Path,Tennis Courts,Tot Lots/Playground,Water/Lake Privileges,Common Area Maintenance,Reserve Funds,Security Gate
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Parking Features: Driveway

Financial Details

  • Tax Amount: N/A
  • Taxes w/Assessments: N/A
  • Tax/Property ID: N/A
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