Tanager Woods

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Tanager Woods

27018 Fieldfare Road,

Lewes, DE 19958

55+ Community

No

Where in Delaware

Coastal Delaware

New / Resale

New Homes

Golf community

No

Welcome toTanager Woods

Tanager Woods is a premier, luxury single-family home community located in the desirable 19958 zip code. Known for its "wooded-meets-coastal" vibe, it offers residents high-end architectural details and a full suite of resort amenities, all situated about 7 miles from the historic Lewes waterfront.

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Where Luxury Meets Location

Tanager Woods was developed to provide a level of standard features that is often considered an upgrade elsewhere. It bridges the gap between the quiet countryside of Sussex County and the Delaware beaches.

  • Architectural Sophistication: The community features homes with striking curb appeal, utilizing HardiePlank siding and professional landscaping that creates a cohesive, upscale aesthetic from the moment you drive through the entrance.

  • The "Basement Advantage": In a region where basements are rare, Tanager Woods makes them a focal point. This provides the "vertical storage" and flex space that is often missing in coastal ranch-style homes.

  • Nature-Oriented Living: Unlike clear-cut developments, Tanager Woods maintains a connection to its surroundings with many homesites backing to mature trees or preserved open spaces, offering a sense of privacy and tranquility.

  • Amenities: The neighborhood has pickleball courts and a community bar.

About the Homes ??

The homes in Tanager Woods are designed with an emphasis on first-floor living and high-performance energy standards.

  • Home Types: Luxury Single-Family Detached Homes.

  • Sizes: Expansive floor plans ranging from 1,770 to over 4,600 square feet.

  • Price Range (as of 2026): Starting in the mid $500,000s and ranging up to $950,000+ for fully finished, customized models.

  • Key Features:

    • First-Floor Primary Suites: Essential for long-term "aging in place."

    • Gourmet Kitchens: Standard features often include natural gas cooking, quartz countertops, and oversized islands.

    • Included Basements: Usable as a home gym, theater, or climate-controlled storage.

    • Upscale Finishes: Many models include coffered ceilings and luxury vinyl plank flooring as standard.

About the Amenities ?

The community amenities rival those of a high-end private club:
Resort-Style Outdoor Pool: The centerpiece of the summer amenities. ?‍??
Pickleball Courts: High-quality courts. ?
Community Center & Bar: A clubhouse featuring a fitness center, billiards room, and a bar/lounge for neighborhood happy hours. ?
Nature Trails: Interconnected walking paths that lead through the community’s wooded areas.
Play Area: An on-site park.

Neighborhood Story ?

The story of Tanager Woods is one of "No Compromise." Here, the days of choosing between "coastal" and "spacious" are over. A finished basement can hold a climate-controlled workshop, Cape Henlopen is a quick 15-minute drive away, and lawn mowing is handled for you.

Local Area and Proximity ?

Tanager Woods is strategically located to avoid the "gridlock" of Route 1 while keeping everything within a short drive:
Historic Downtown Lewes: Just 7 miles away for world-class dining, boutique shopping, and the historic Cape May-Lewes Ferry.
Beaches: Easy access to Cape Henlopen State Park and the quiet bay beaches of Lewes.
The Junction & Breakwater Trail: Only 3.5 miles away, offering miles of paved biking and walking trails that connect Lewes to Rehoboth Beach. ?
Shopping: Conveniently located near the Route 24 corridor, which houses grocery stores, pharmacies, and the specialty shops of the Love Creek area.

HOA and Maintenance ??

The community is designed for low-maintenance living.
Approximate Monthly Fee (as of 2026): Ask us for the current HOA fee and what it covers. Call us at 302-549-5164.
What the Fee Covers: Grass cutting and lawn maintenance, snow removal, trash collection, and full access to the clubhouse, pool, and pickleball courts.
Note: Lawn care is included.

What You Get

Tanager Woods includes basements and high-end siding as standard, with a clubhouse, pool and courts.
Homes: basements and high-end siding are included features.
Clubhouse: a community center with a fitness center, billiards room and bar/lounge.
Outdoors: a resort-style pool, pickleball courts, wooded nature trails and an on-site play area.
HOA fee: Ask us for the current HOA fee and what it covers. Call us at 302-549-5164.
Fee covers: grass cutting and lawn maintenance, snow removal, trash collection, and clubhouse, pool and pickleball court access.
Call us at 302-549-5164 and we will get the current HOA documents and fees for any home you are considering.

Tax Benefits ?

Retiring in Lewes (Sussex County) provides some of the best financial advantages in the U.S.:
Zero Sales Tax: Keep more of your retirement income. ?
No Social Security Tax: Delaware does not tax Social Security income.
Pension Exclusion: For those 60+, you can exclude up to $12,500 of pension or investment income from state taxes.
Very Low Property Taxes: Delaware property taxes are significantly lower than those in NJ, NY, or MD.

Tanager WoodsFloor Plans

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

2+ Bed

2+ Bath

2 Car Garage

2+ Bed

2+ Bath

2 Car Garage

3+ Bed

2+ Bath

2+ Car Garage

3+ Bed

2+ Bath

2 Car Garage

4+ Bed

4 Bath

2 Car Garage

4+ Bed

3+ Bath

2 Car Garage

2+ Bed

2 Bath

2+ Car Garage

3+ Bed

2+ Bath

2+ Car Garage

4+ Bed

3+ Bath

2+ Car Garage

nvhomesFloor Plans

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

2+ Bed

2+ Bath

2 Car Garage

1770+ sq. ft.

3+ Bed

2+ full / 1 halfBath

2 Car Garage

2479+ sq. ft.

4+ Bed

3+ bath

2 Car Garage

3556+ sq. ft.

4+ Bed

3+ full / 1 half bath

2 Car Garage

4295+ 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