Bayside Resort

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Bayside Resort

36097 Sand Cove Rd Selbyville,

Delaware 19975

55+ Community

No

Where in Delaware

Coastal Delaware

New / Resale

New & Resale Homes

Golf community

Yes

Welcome toBayside Resort

Located just four miles west of the Atlantic beaches of Fenwick Island, DE, and Ocean City, MD, Bayside is a resort community designed for everyone. Very few communities in Delaware can offer the full suite of amenities you will find at Bayside—like an award-winning 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course ( click to download Bayside's Troon Membership Options), a beach and kayak launch, the Cove Bar and Grille, two dog parks tennis, basketball, and volleyball courts… and much more.

Plus, in addition to the original recreation and fitness center (with two pools and a hot tub), residents will soon be able to enjoy the new Hot Tub in Commons and the Health and Aquatic Club at Bayside—complete with a heated indoor pool and fitness center.

Sound like a lifestyle you’d love to enjoy? Come explore Bayside in Selbyville!

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A World-Class Bayfront Sanctuary of Luxury and Recreation

The neighborhood establishes an unmatched master-planned living environment that blends high-end athletic clubs with pristine coastal beauty.
Championship Waterfront Design: Nestled along the salt marshes of the Assawoman Bay, the community is structurally engineered to frame breathtaking views of the water and the Ocean City skyline. The layout emphasizes expansive open acreage, preserved wetlands, and meticulously groomed fairways, offering residents a dramatic, natural landscape shielded from commercial highways.
A Fully Self-Contained Village: Designed with a focus on ease of access, the community functions as an independent coastal village. Pedestrian-friendly paths, multi-use trails, and dedicated neighborhood shuttles link individual micro-neighborhoods seamlessly to private restaurants, major retail hubs, and premier multi-sport complexes.
The Ultimate Coastal Escape: Located just across the bay line in Selbyville, the community provides a peaceful, private buffer away from heavy shoreline tourist traffic. Residents enjoy a calm, refined home base while retaining quick, direct access to the ocean waves.

About the Homes 🗝️

The luxury residences at Bayside Resort are masterfully crafted by a premier elite builder group.
Models and Floor Plans: Homebuyers can select from a wide architectural inventory tailored for low-maintenance coastal living, including single-family ranch designs, multi-story coastal villas, and luxury garden condominiums. Acclaimed models include The Lilac, The Kingfisher, The Jasmine, The Bethany, and The Shearwater.
Square Footage: Properties are thoughtfully scaled to handle large family gatherings, with interior living spaces generally spanning from 1,785 to over 5,700 square feet, with select custom estates reaching up to 9,500 square feet.
Key Features: These light-filled residences highlight dramatic open-concept floor plans, soaring vaulted ceilings, and expansive gourmet kitchens with monumental center islands. High-end build standards include main-level primary suites, multi-car side-load or rear-entry garages, innovative green-building energy efficiency, and expansive outdoor living spaces like screened rear porches and covered balconies overlooking the fairways.

About the Amenities 🌳

The extensive, health-and-social-oriented recreational campus at Bayside Resort represents the absolute gold standard for master-planned neighborhood amenities:
Championship Golf Course: An elite, 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course paired with a grand golf clubhouse, professional pro shops, and practice facilities.
The Health & Aquatics Center: A state-of-the-art wellness facility featuring a heated indoor pool, a multi-lane lap pool, a hot tub, a sauna, and an expansive fitness center equipped for strength and cardio routines.
The Point Pool & Kayak Launch: A waterfront recreational outpost located right on the Assawoman Bay, offering a sparkling outdoor pool, screened pavilion spaces, a direct-access kayak and paddleboard launch, and a private fishing pier.
The Freeman Arts Pavilion: A massive, community-adjacent outdoor entertainment amphitheater that hosts national musical acts, theater groups, and live cultural events throughout the warm-weather seasons.
Sun & Surf Pool Complexes: Multiple resort-style outdoor swimming pools complete with splash zones, a popular poolside bar and grille, and professional tennis and pickleball courts for community leagues.

Neighborhood Story 📖

There is a vibrant, liberating energy that defines moving to Selbyville, DE, where the soothing coastal breezes instantly inspire a healthier, more active pace of life. Recognized as one of the single best neighborhoods in Selbyville, DE, Bayside Resort delivers a luxury experience where neighbors quickly form lifelong bonds. You can spend your morning mastering the back nine on a world-class course, meet friends for lunch at the beach-side café, and spend your evening enjoying a top-tier live concert under the stars at the pavilion. It is a neighborhood where every street feels like a high-end resort, yet the tight-knit community makes it truly feel like home.

Local Area and Proximity 📍

Beaches: Just 4 miles to the quiet shores of Fenwick Island and a quick drive south to Ocean City, Maryland, or north to Bethany Beach.
Medical Care: Convenient access to the Atlantic General Health System and the expansive Beebe Healthcare Emergency Center network in Millville.
Shopping & Dining: Direct access to an on-site commercial center featuring a major grocery store, popular local eateries, a pharmacy, and tax-free boutiques.
Nature Parks: Immediate proximity to the Assawoman Wildlife Area for pristine coastal hiking, birdwatching, and accessible public boat ramp launches.

HOA and Maintenance 🛠️

The homeowners association structures are designed to deliver a true "lock-and-leave" coastal lifestyle while preserving long-term property values.
Monthly Fee: Approximately $320 to $450 per month for single-family homes and villas, with condominiums varying based on specific structural tiers. (As of February 2026).

  • Fee Inclusions:

    • Complete front and rear lawn care, including routine mowing, edging, and seasonal fertilization.

    • Full structural upkeep, landscaping, and environmental care of all common acreage, parks, and open spaces.

    • Trash removal, recycling services, and professional third-party neighborhood property management.

    • Seasonal snow clearing on all community-owned streets, shared paths, and pedestrian crossroads.

    • Note: Access to the world-class recreational pools, fitness complexes, and bayfront amenities requires an annual or per-person community pass.

What Residents Love ❤️

Homeowners express immense satisfaction with the unmatched variety of things to do, frequently sharing that they feel like they live in an all-inclusive coastal park where boredom is impossible. Emotionally, residents treasure the breathtaking bayfront sunsets at The Point, noting that dropping a kayak into the water without leaving the neighborhood is an incredible daily luxury. The presence of the live music pavilion stands out as a massive lifestyle highlight, giving active adults premium access to world-class entertainment right within their community circle.

Tax Benefits 💰

Transitioning to Selbyville allows you to fully capitalize on the incredible financial preservation advantages of the Delaware Advantage:
ZERO Sales Tax: Save 6% to 10% instantly on all daily essentials, high-end furniture runs, and lifestyle electronics at nearby commercial hubs.
Incredibly Low Property Taxes: Sussex County features some of the lowest property tax rates in the United States, providing extensive financial protection for those balancing a fixed retirement budget.
Retirement Friendly Income Tax: Social Security benefits are entirely exempt from state income tax, and individuals aged 60 and older can exclude up to $12,500 of annual pension or qualified retirement account distributions.
Senior School Tax Credit: Eligible long-term homeowners aged 65 and older can qualify for an additional tax credit of 50% off their school property tax obligation (up to $500 per year).

Bayside ResortFloor Plans

Browse the floor plans to see which model best suits you:

3-5 Bed

2.5-4.5 Bath

2,253+ sq. ft

4-7 Bed

2.5-4.5 Bath

2,431+ sq. ft.

3-7 Bed

2.5-7 Bath

2,566+ sq. ft.

4-8 Bed

2.5-6.5 Bath

3,028+ sq. ft.

3-4 Bed

2.5-3.5 Bath

2,965+ sq. ft.

3-6 Bed

2.5-6 Bath

3,020+ sq. ft.

4-5 Bed

4.5-5.5 Bath

3,557+ sq. ft.

4-6 Bed

3.5-5.5 Bath

3,720+ sq. ft.

3-5 Bed

2.5-5.5 Bath

3,210+ sq. ft.

4-5 Bed

4.5 Bath

4,338+ sq. ft.

3-7 Bed

2.5-7 Bath

3,291+ sq. ft.

4-8 Bed

3.5-7.5 Bath

3,642+ sq. ft.

4-6 Bed

3.5-5.5 Bath

3,502+ sq. ft.

3-6 Bed

3.5-5.5 Bath

5,105+ sq. ft.

4-6 Bed

4.5-6.5 Bath

5,141+ sq. ft.

3-4 Bed

2.5-4.5 Bath

2,306+ sq. ft.

3-5 Bed

2.5-5 Bath

2,281+ sq. ft.

4 Bed

2.5-4.5 Bath

2,650+ sq. ft.

3+ Bed

2.5+ Bath

2,2489 sq. ft.

Disclaimer: While we strive to do our best to have the most current information available on our website, please note that availability of models, their prices, and square footage are subject to change without notice by the Builder. For the most current info on models available, pricing and square footage, please contact us.
Call 302-424-1890 or email [email protected] You may want to read this article on Understanding Base Model Pricing.