Coastal, Craftsman

38555 GOLDFINCH LANE

OCEAN VIEW , DE 19970

MLS#: DESU2104380

$950,000

Status: Active

Listing number: DESU2104380

Listing provided by: Compass

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Last update: 19 hours ago

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Year Built

2015

Sq.Footage

3,041

Welcome to this beautifully furnished 5-bedroom, 4-bath coastal retreat in the highly desirable Bay Forest community, offering over 3,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. Showcasing coastal style architecture with elegant, high-end finishes throughout, this home greets you with a light-filled foyer that flows seamlessly into a dramatic two-story great room featuring a coffered ceiling, a wall of windows, and clerestory windows that bathe the space in natural light. A loft above overlooks the living area, enhancing the home’s open and airy feel. The open-concept floor plan connects the great room to a stunning gourmet kitchen, complete with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a cooktop with hood fan, wall oven, built-in microwave, walk-in pantry, and abundant cabinetry accented by a specialty backsplash. A large island with double sinks, pendant lighting, and counter seating for four makes entertaining effortless. Adjacent to the kitchen, the dining room offers direct access to the covered rear porch—perfect for indoor-outdoor living. The main-level owner’s suite is a serene escape, highlighted by a tray ceiling, plush carpeting, and a spacious walk-in closet. The luxurious ensuite bath features double vanities, a window for natural light, a large tiled step-in shower with bench and glass door, and a private water closet. A main-level guest room with full bath, along with a laundry room with utility sink and a functional mud room, complete the first floor. Upstairs, a mezzanine overlooks the great room and leads to three additional bedrooms, two full baths, and a versatile bonus room with glass pocket doors—ideal for a media room, office, or play space. Outside, the landscaped front yard includes a welcoming covered porch and walkway leading to a convenient outdoor shower. The backyard is designed for gathering and relaxation, featuring an expansive hardscaped patio with a stone-encased firepit, sitting wall, and grill enclosure. Residents of Bay Forest enjoy an amenity-rich lifestyle with a beautiful clubhouse offering entertaining areas, library, dining room, and fitness center. Rentals are permitted with a 7-night minimum, making this a great investment for second homeowner. Outdoor amenities include a resort-style pool with lap lanes and kiddie pool, putting green, playground, tennis, bocce and horseshoe courts, kayak launch marina, and beach shuttle service. Ideally located just minutes from downtown Ocean View and the pristine shores of Bethany Beach, you’ll enjoy easy access to coastal dining, shopping, entertainment, miles of shoreline, boating, and scenic walking trails.

Features & Amenities

Interior

Other Interior Features

Ceiling Fan(s), Sound System
Total Bedrooms

5
Bathrooms

4
Above Grade Finished Area

3041.0
Basement YN

NO
Cooling YN

YES
Cooling

Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Fireplace YN

NO
Heating YN

YES
Heating

Exhaust Fan, Natural Gas, Heat Pump
Main Level Bedrooms

2
Pet friendly

Yes

Exterior

Garage

Yes
Garage spaces

2
Other Exterior Features

Barbecue
Parking

Garage Door Opener, Concrete, Off Street, Garage, Driveway, Inside Entrance, Attached
Patio and Porch Features

Porch
Pool

Yes
Pool Features

Community
Waterfront YN

NO
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Garden

Area & Lot

Lot Features

Cleared
Lot Size(acres)

0.17
Property Type

Residential
Property Sub Type

Single Family Residence
Architectural Style

Coastal, Craftsman

Price

Sales Price

$950,000
Tax Amount

$1,616
Sq. Footage

3, 041
Price/SqFt

$312

HOA

Association

Yes
Association Fee

$330
Association Fee Frequency

Monthly
Association Fee Includes

N/A

School District

Elementary School

LORD BALTIMORE
Middle School

N/A
High School

SUSSEX CENTRAL

Property Features

Association Amenities

Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Game Room, Meeting Room, Tennis Court(s), Basketball Court, Trail(s), Boat Dock, Jogging Path, Recreation Facilities
Foundation Details

Concrete Perimeter
Senior Community YN

NO
Sewer

Public Sewer
Tax Lot

84
Water Source

Public

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Welcome to this beautifully furnished 5-bedroom, 4-bath coastal retreat in the highly desirable Bay Forest community, offering over 3,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. Showcasing coastal style architecture with elegant, high-end finishes throughout, this home greets you with a light-filled foyer that flows seamlessly into a dramatic two-story great room featuring a coffered ceiling, a wall of windows, and clerestory windows that bathe the space in natural light. A loft above overlooks the living area, enhancing the home’s open and airy feel. The open-concept floor plan connects the great room to a stunning gourmet kitchen, complete with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a cooktop with hood fan, wall oven, built-in microwave, walk-in pantry, and abundant cabinetry accented by a specialty backsplash. A large island with double sinks, pendant lighting, and counter seating for four makes entertaining effortless. Adjacent to the kitchen, the dining room offers direct access to the covered rear porch—perfect for indoor-outdoor living. The main-level owner’s suite is a serene escape, highlighted by a tray ceiling, plush carpeting, and a spacious walk-in closet. The luxurious ensuite bath features double vanities, a window for natural light, a large tiled step-in shower with bench and glass door, and a private water closet. A main-level guest room with full bath, along with a laundry room with utility sink and a functional mud room, complete the first floor. Upstairs, a mezzanine overlooks the great room and leads to three additional bedrooms, two full baths, and a versatile bonus room with glass pocket doors—ideal for a media room, office, or play space. Outside, the landscaped front yard includes a welcoming covered porch and walkway leading to a convenient outdoor shower. The backyard is designed for gathering and relaxation, featuring an expansive hardscaped patio with a stone-encased firepit, sitting wall, and grill enclosure.
Residents of Bay Forest enjoy an amenity-rich lifestyle with a beautiful clubhouse offering entertaining areas, library, dining room, and fitness center. Rentals are permitted with a 7-night minimum, making this a great investment for second homeowner. Outdoor amenities include a resort-style pool with lap lanes and kiddie pool, putting green, playground, tennis, bocce and horseshoe courts, kayak launch marina, and beach shuttle service. Ideally located just minutes from downtown Ocean View and the pristine shores of Bethany Beach, you’ll enjoy easy access to coastal dining, shopping, entertainment, miles of shoreline, boating, and scenic walking trails.

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