This week I’m spotlighting Tower Hill https://www.activeadultsdelaware.com/neighborhood/tower-hill/, a wonderful new neighborhood east of Route 1 that’s being built by the Carl Freeman Companies to exist in harmony with nature. In March the neighborhood was honored with the 2024 Developer Award by the Sussex Conservation District because of its environmentally brilliant design. In particular the award noted:

Whether you’re drawn to communities that have been specifically developed for people who are 55 and over, or are still raising your kids, here are some details from our list of the “Top 10” Active Adult Communities. 

As a result we have tremendous flooding in low-lying areas, with long stretches of roads either closed or significantly limited in the amount of traffic they’ll accommodate. On days like this it’s fairly easy for us to convince homebuyers to get the facts about flood insurance because these familiar places are literally underwater.

As described below, The Lodge at Truitt Homestead https://truittlodge.com/ offers a similar opportunity. It’s located in Rehoboth near King’s Creek and the Rehoboth Beach Country Club. The best way to describe the feeling I get when perusing the Web site is that I’m looking at a brochure for a luxury cruise with fine accommodations, great food, and a wide range of social, recreational and educational activities, all of which are summed up in this fun video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZePM4XcXoB0.

It's hard to believe that I have been living in Delaware for nearly 25 years. My first visit here was way back in 1991, and by 1999, I made the decision to make this place my permanent home. The main reason behind my move was for a fresh start. I was looking for new opportunities and a change of scenery. Delaware seemed like the perfect place for that.  Before that, I've lived in a few different places like Pennsylvania, The Netherlands, New Mexico, South Korea, and Maryland.

Buying a new construction home can be an exciting experience. From being the very first owner to customizing your home's features, there are a lot of benefits. However, it can also be a bit overwhelming to navigate the complexities of buying a home that's under construction.

While everyone on the Active Adults Realty® team is deeply committed to being top-notch real estate professionals, they also bring fascinating life experiences to their work.

If You’re Ready to Buy, Know Before You Go

One of the most useful resources for folks moving to Delaware from other states is our Buyer’s Guide https://www.activeadultsdelaware.com/buyers/. It offers a mix of the fun stuff, including the “Explore the Area” link that spotlights interesting aspects of virtually every town from Wilmington up north to Fenwick Island down south. As you explore each you’ll learn which are the best for beach and outdoor enthusiasts, which offer the most cultural attractions, and more. 

If you’ve been led to believe that golf can only be enjoyed at some exclusive members-only country club with inheritance-busting dues, you’re in for a big surprise once you start searching for a home in Delaware. From north to south and east to west there are many beautifully maintained public courses with reasonable fees. 

Wherever You Are, Cape Henlopen State Park is a Wonderful Getaway

Getting there is easy, even in the summer if you know when to go. If you’re up north it’s probably a 90-minute drive on a weekday and much faster if you’re mid-state or downstate and also able to go during the week. Once you go through the gates from the Lewes side at the end of Cape Henlopen Drive, or on the Rehoboth side near Henlopen Acres https://destateparks.com/wwwroot/maps/cape-henlopen/CapeHenlopenMap.pdf, you’ll find all kinds of ways to enjoy the sand and surf, biking and walking trails, and WWII history as well. Here are some highlights: