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  • Single Family
  • 6 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 4,200 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 3 hours ago
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A singular achievement in modern coastal architecture, this oceanfront residence located within the private gated SeaDel community in North Bethany Beach was designed by Robert Gurney, FAIA - one of the most celebrated architects in the Mid-Atlantic - and stands as a landmark property in Delaware's luxury beach real estate market. Hovering above pristine Atlantic dunes, this six-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath architectural home offers unobstructed ocean views and a living experience that is genuinely irreplaceable. The home's minimalist exterior - a refined composition of fiber cement board, stucco, and wood - gives way to an interior defined by reclaimed walnut flooring, crisp white painted millwork, and the kind of meticulous detailing that elevates every surface. This is not a beach house. It is a work of art you live in. The chef's kitchen is outfitted with flat-panel white cabinetry and a full suite of Miele appliances, including a built-in coffee system. Fixtures throughout are sourced from Hans Grohe and Graff Designs - two benchmarks of luxury bath and kitchen hardware - ensuring every touchpoint reflects the home's uncompromising standard of finish. Engineered to maximize its oceanfront site, the home was constructed on twenty-two existing pilings plus eight new, expanding the building envelope in full compliance with DNREC coastal regulations - a configuration that cannot be replicated under today's code. Wood slat detailing on the south facade and lower levels draws in ocean breezes naturally, while the west-facing stairwell filters light without heat gain. The result is a home that feels as though it was conceived by the ocean itself. Indoor-outdoor living is seamless. Panoramic Atlantic Ocean views anchor every principal living space, and the boundary between the natural landscape and the interior dissolves entirely. For buyers seeking a Delaware beach home that transcends the ordinary - a true architect-designed oceanfront estate with irreplaceable design provenance - this is it.

Full Property Details for 40220 Sugar Hill Rd

General

  • Price: $8,495,000
  • HOA FEE: $265/month
  • HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
  • MLS ID: DESU2107880
  • Updated: Today (5/6/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

Interior

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Floor Baths: 2
  • Upper - Full Baths: 2
  • Main Floor Baths: 2
  • Main - Full Baths: 1
  • Main - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Bedrooms Upper: 4
  • Bedrooms Main & Up: 2

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Upper Floor

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: Common Grounds, Gated Community, Jog/Walk Path, Tennis Courts, Tot Lots/Playground, Water/Lake Privileges

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Private Beach

Parking

  • Parking Type: Driveway

Location

  • Area: Baltimore Hundred (31001)
  • County: SUSSEX
  • Subdivision: SEA DEL ESTATES
  • Driving Directions: Off Rt 1
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Location Details: Oceanfront

School Information

  • School District: Indian River

Community

  • Association: Yes
  • Assoc. Fees Include: Common Area Maintenance, Reserve Funds, Security Gate

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Geothermal
  • Heating Type: Zoned
  • Heating Fuel: Geo-thermal
  • Water Heater: Instant Hot Water

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Mid-Century Modern
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architect: Robert M. Gurney, FAIA
  • Builder: Bruce Mears
  • Construction: Mixed
  • Foundation: Pilings, Other
  • Roof: Flat
  • Entry Floor Number: 1
  • Elevator(s ): 1
  • Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
  • Square Feet: 4,200
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
  • Living Area: 4,200 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 4,200 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 2014
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Property Condition: Excellent

Lot Features

  • Property View: Ocean
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.25
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 10,890
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Dimensions: 40.00 x 273.00
  • Zoning: R
  • Lot Description: Irregular, Other, Premium, Cul-de-sac

Water Features

  • Water Front: Yes
  • Water View: Yes
  • Navigable Water: Yes
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Access Desc: Private Beach
  • Water Front Type: Ocean
  • Water Front Name: Atlantic Ocean

Green Features

  • Energy Efficient: Exposure/Shade, HVAC
  • Sustainability: Renewable Materials

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $2,022.62
  • Association Fee: $3,178
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: Personal Items
  • Inclusions: Furniture can be included with favorable terms

Listed by Monument Sotheby's International Realty, Justin Noble

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  • Justin Noble

    Monument Sotheby's International Realty

Listing Office Email: justin.healy@msir.net

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Schools serving 40220 Sugar Hill Rd

School District:Indian River School District
NameGradesDistance
Lord Baltimore Elementary School
120 Atlantic Avenue, Ocean View, DE 19970
PK-52.7 mi
Selbyville Middle School
80 Bethany Road, Selbyville, DE 19975
6-810.9 mi
Indian River High School, Dagsboro, DE
29772 Armory Road, Dagsboro, DE 19945
8-129.5 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 40220 Sugar Hill Rd Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Price
Change
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5/06/2026
Listed
$8,495,000
286.14%
MLS
5/14/2012
Sold
$2,200,000
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Tax History for 40220 Sugar Hill Rd

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$12,719
289%
$79,100
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2023
$3,267
2%
$79,100
—
2022
$3,214
3%
$79,100
—
2021
$3,118
5%
$79,100
—
2020
$2,975
—
$79,100
—
2019
$2,962
-1%
$79,100
—
2018
$2,991
-1%
$79,100
—
2017
$3,016
14%
$79,100
—
2016
$2,657
-3%
$79,100
—
2015
$2,739
2%
$79,100
—
2014
$2,698
18%
$79,100
33%
2013
$2,284
—
$59,400
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40220 Sugar Hill Road, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 (MLS# DESU2107880) is a Single Family property with 6 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 40220 Sugar Hill Road is currently listed for $8,495,000 and was received on May 06, 2026. Want to learn more about 40220 Sugar Hill Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Bethany Beach? You can browse all Bethany Beach real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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