Wetherby offers a collection of sophisticated new single-family homes designed with open, functional layouts.
Builder: DRB Homes and Beazer Homes (The community was built by multiple builders).
Home Types: Single-Family Detached Homes.
Sizes: Plans range from approximately 1,464 square feet to over 3,040 square feet, with options for ranch-style and two-story designs.
Retiree Focused Features: Available features across floor plans include main-level owner's suites, optional sunrooms or screened lanais for tranquil outdoor living, gourmet kitchens, and options for 2 or 3-car garages for storage and hobbies.

Wetherby provides an attractive, focused amenity package for active adults:
Outdoor Swimming Pool 🏊‍♀️
Pool House with restrooms/changing areas
Pickleball Courts 🎾
Community Walking Path
Scenic Pond and Wooded Homesites

The story of Wetherby is one of attainable coastal retirement. For those searching for the best neighborhoods in Millsboro, DE, this community offers a refreshing alternative to high-priced resort living. It allows active adults to maximize their retirement savings with a brand-new, energy-efficient home and minimal monthly operating costs. It’s where neighbors can gather for a game of pickleball or a dip in the pool, secure in the knowledge that they are getting the best value in a coveted area. Wetherby makes the dream of living close to the Delaware beaches—complete with tax benefits and a new home—a comfortable and financially smart reality.

Wetherby is ideally situated in Millsboro, providing convenience to:
Coastal Recreation: Minutes away from Indian River Bay for boating, fishing, and crabbing, and a short drive to Lewes and Rehoboth Beach (Tanger Outlets and Boardwalk).
Shopping: Quick access to essential grocery stores (Weis Markets, Harris Teeter) and local dining along Route 24 and the Long Neck area.
Nature: Close to Trap Pond State Park for hiking and nature trails, and within easy reach of the Delaware Seashore State Park.
Healthcare: Convenient driving distance to the major medical facilities of Beebe Healthcare in Lewes/Rehoboth.

The community offers an excellent low-fee structure for amenity access:
Quarterly HOA Fee (as of October 2025): Approximately $300 per quarter, which equates to about $100 per month.
What the Fee Covers: Maintenance and upkeep of the community pool, pool house, pickleball courts, and common area maintenance (including roads and walking paths), trash removal, and snow removal.
Note: This structure is ideal for the retiree who prefers to manage their own lawn maintenance to keep the monthly cost exceptionally low.

Retirees choosing Wetherby are happiest with:
The Low Dues: The extremely modest quarterly fee provides access to new amenities at a fraction of the cost of higher-end communities.
Coastal Proximity: Being "minutes from the beach" and Indian River Bay allows for a full coastal lifestyle without the peak traffic headaches.
First-Floor Options: The availability of single-story and main-level primary suite plans meets the desire for accessible, long-term living.
New Construction Value: Getting a brand-new, energy-efficient home in a desirable location with minimal taxes and low fees.

Millsboro is in Sussex County, benefiting from Delaware’s highly-regarded tax environment for retirees.
No Sales Tax: Delaware has zero sales tax, offering instant savings on all purchases.
Low Property Taxes (as of October 2025): Annual property taxes in Sussex County are among the lowest in the nation, with estimated annual tax bills often in the range of $2,000 to $4,000 annually—not monthly.
Retirement Income Exclusions: Residents aged 60 and older can exclude up to $12,500 of eligible retirement income (pensions, 401k/IRA distributions) from state income tax.
No State Social Security Tax: Social Security benefits are not taxed by the State of Delaware.