Captains Way

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Captains Way

223 Milton Ellendale Hwy,

Ellendale, Delaware 19941

55+ Community

No

Where in Delaware

Coastal Delaware

New / Resale

New & Resale Homes

Golf community

No

Welcome toCaptains Way

Captains Way is a beautiful, new single-family home community nestled in a peaceful setting in Ellendale, Delaware, west of historic Milton. It offers a resort-style setting with a completed clubhouse and pool, recreation (pickleball, trails), and contemporary floor plans designed for first-floor living. Its location provides an excellent balance: low-density country charm with quick access to the towns of Milton, Lewes Beach (20 minutes), and Rehoboth Beach.

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Discover Amenity-Rich, First-Floor Living Near Coastal Delaware at Captains Way

Captains Way offers a rare opportunity to secure a new construction home with full, resort-style amenities ready for use from day one. Located just west of the charming, historic town of Milton, this community provides a relaxed, coastal-adjacent lifestyle with the tax benefits of Delaware.
Coastal Convenience, Country Tranquility: Situated about 20 minutes from Lewes Beach and a short drive to the dining and culture of downtown Milton, Captains Way puts you near the action without placing you directly in the high-traffic resort areas. This balance ensures a tranquil, everyday living environment. ?
Completed Amenities: Unlike many new communities where you buy into a promise, Captains Way boasts a completed amenity center, including a clubhouse, fitness center, outdoor pool, and pickleball courts. This means your active retirement lifestyle can begin immediately upon moving in. ?‍???
Designed for Retirement: The single-family homes here feature open-concept designs with a strong emphasis on first-floor living, making them incredibly practical for aging-in-place and comfortable daily use. Choose from private wooded homesites or those overlooking scenic community ponds for a truly tranquil retreat.

about the homes in captains way?

Captains Way features contemporary, single-family homes emphasizing accessibility, open design, and high-quality finishes.
Builder: Multiple builders have offered homes in Captains Way, including Ryan Homes and Capstone Homes.
Style & Size: Homes are primarily single-family, with many available ranch-style/first-floor living plans. Sizes generally range from approximately 1,220 square feet up to around 2,430+ square feet, providing options for the true downsizer or those needing extra space for a bonus room or loft.
Home Features: Standard features often include 9-foot ceilings, luxurious main-level primary suites (often with dual walk-in closets), gourmet kitchens with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, and two-car garages. Optional upper-level bonus suites are available for guest rooms or home offices.
Design: Buyers can select from designer-curated interior "Looks" (like Farmhouse, Loft, or Elements) to personalize their new home effortlessly.

About the Amenities ?‍??

Captains Way offers a robust and completed amenity package that actively supports an active and social retirement.
The Clubhouse: The central social hub features a spacious activity room, a kitchen for community events, and social gathering spaces.

  • Recreation & Wellness:
    Resort-Style Outdoor Pool: A place to relax and cool off in the warmer months.
    Pickleball Courts: A highly popular amenity for the active adult community.
    Fitness Center: Equipped for keeping up with daily exercise routines.
    Walking Paths: Scenic trails winding around the community and ponds.
    Pet-Friendly: A dedicated Dog Park is provided, a thoughtful feature for those retiring with their furry companions. ?

Neighborhood Story ?

The story of Captains Way is one of fulfillment and location. The homes are modern, efficient, and easy to navigate, with first-floor living. Here, you are close enough to the beaches and the charming downtown of Milton to enjoy them whenever you wish, but you are far enough to escape the seasonal bustle and enjoy the serene ponds and wooded views. Captains Way delivers maintenance-free living with a clubhouse and amenities that are open and ready for your first game of pickleball.

Local Area and Proximity ?

The community is conveniently located near key services and the best of Coastal Delaware recreation.
Downtown Milton: Less than 5 miles away, Milton's historic downtown offers quaint dining, the renowned Dogfish Head Brewery, local shops, the Milton Theatre, and community parks.
Beaches & Coastline: Lewes Beach is about a 20-minute drive, and Rehoboth Beach and the boardwalk are accessible in about 30 minutes, allowing for easy day trips to the sand and outlets.
Shopping: Daily conveniences, including Food Lion, Marshalls, Aldi, and various major retailers, are all within a 10-mile radius of the community.
Nature: Nearby natural areas like Redden State Forest and Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge offer excellent opportunities for boating, hiking, and birdwatching.

HOA and Maintenance ??

The HOA at Captains Way is designed to deliver a simplified, low-maintenance lifestyle with immediate access to all amenities. While the exact monthly fee can vary by builder and home type, the HOA structure is typically $160 a month plus a one-time $250 fee (2026 listing). This fee is used to cover:

  • Amenities: Maintenance and upkeep of the completed clubhouse, pool, pickleball courts, and dog park.

  • Common Area Maintenance: Landscaping and maintenance of all community grounds and walking paths.

  • Essential Services: Snow removal (as needed) and trash removal (often included or offered).

What You Get

Captains Way is a single-family community outside Milton with a completed clubhouse and pool.
HOA fee: $160 a month plus a one-time $250 fee (2026 listing).
Fee covers: upkeep of the clubhouse, pool, pickleball courts and dog park, landscaping of common grounds and walking paths, snow removal as needed, and trash removal (often included or offered).
Homes: single-story and first-floor primary suite designs.
Amenities: a clubhouse with an activity room and kitchen, an outdoor pool, pickleball courts, a fitness center, walking paths around the ponds, and a dog park.
Location: close to Lewes and Milton, away from the year-round tourist congestion.
Call us at 302-549-5164 and we will get the current HOA documents and fees for any home you are considering.

Tax Benefits ?

Captains Way homeowners benefit from Delaware’s highly attractive tax environment.
NO Sales Tax: Enjoy tax-free shopping on all purchases, a significant annual saving. ??
Low Property Taxes: Delaware features some of the lowest property tax rates in the nation, providing a substantial advantage over neighboring states.
Retirement Income Exclusion: Delaware offers a generous income tax exclusion of up to $12,500 on qualified retirement income (pensions, annuities, IRA distributions) for residents aged 60 and older.

Captains WayRyan Floor Plans

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

3 Bed

2 Bath

1,470 sq. ft.

2 Car Garage

3 Bed

2 Bath

1,566 sq. ft.

2 Car Garage

3+ Bed

2+ Bath

1,907+ sq. ft.

2+ Car Garage

4 Bed

2 Bath

2,561+ sq. ft.

2 Car Garage

Captains WayCapstone Homes Floor Plans

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

2 Bed

2 Bath

1,220 sq. ft.

2 Car Garage

3 Bed

2 Bath

1,250 sq. ft.

2 Car Garage

3 Bed

2 Bath

1,360 sq. ft.

2 Car Garage

3 Bed

2 Bath

1,740 sq. ft.

2 Car Garage

3+ Bed

2 Bath

1,510 sq. ft.

2 Car Garage

3+ Bed

2+ Bath

1,895 sq. ft.

2 Car Garage

3 Bed

2 Bath

1,460 sq. ft.

2 Car Garage

3+ Bed

2+ Bath

1,835 sq. ft.

2 Car Garage

3+ Bed

2.5+ Bath

1,985 sq. ft.

2 Car Garage

khovnanian homesFloor Plans

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

3 Bed

2 Bath

2 Car Garage

1793 sq. ft.

4 Bed

3 Bath

2 Car Garage

2135 sq. ft.

4 Bed

2.5 Bath

2 Car Garage

2430 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 302-549-5164 or email [email protected] You may want to read this article on Understanding Base Model Pricing.
Active Adults Realty office: 302-424-1890