From historic city homes to secluded spots surrounded by nature, we take you on a stroll of Delaware’s hottest neighborhoods to live.
America may have 50 states now, but a little less than 250 years ago it consisted of just 13 colonies. Even today, there are some amazing homes built during the colonial period that still stand proudly. Despite war, neglect, and the passage of time, these homes serve as a reminder of the early settlers from countries throughout Europe who influenced the course of United States history.
North of Wilmington, Delaware, in a niche created by two busy roads and a pair of creeks feeding the Delaware River, sits a tiny village with an intriguing past and an array of Arts & Crafts-era buildings in a period-perfect landscape.
With history built into the brick and mortar of this building, there are many stories this historic home in Delaware could tell you.
Such a pretty house! This Milford, Delaware home was built in 1885 and is one of Milford’s historic landmarks. $100,000 in restoration work was done by the current owner. The previous owner used it as an art studio. Only a 20-25 minute drive to the beach. Four bedrooms, four bathrooms and 3,670 square feet. $374,900 From the Zillow listing: It’s a Rare Opportunity when one of Milford’s landmark home’s in it’s historical district becomes available. & has had $100K in restorations by current owner. (Not compromising the architectural integrity. The 4BR, 3.5BA home boasts of 3,670 SF on the main & upper level w/ additional 1250 unfinished SF on the upper 3d level. (That level has 10′ ceilings, central air, storm windows. Previous owner used it as an art studio. Great possibility for HOME/OFFICE/BUSINESS New $.3 Billion Hospital, 3 miles. Amenities include: flawless Hd.Wd.Flrs. thru-out,oversized molding & trims, 2 new marble baths, 2 fireplaces (one gas), & 2-1st flr.staircases. Three of 4 BR’s have baths. There’s also a bath off Fam. RM. for beach day convenience. It’s a quick 20-25 min. drive to the beaches but $800K-$1M less than this home would command there. With the airy LR, Fam. […]
There’s a lot that’s known about the Dr. John A. Brown House and its owners, and there may be pieces of history about the house and its surroundings yet…
One of Delaware's oldest towns loves to display its history for all to see!
This stunning stone-clad house designed by Peter Zimmerman Architects, is set on a picturesque countryside property in Greenville, Delaware.
I love spotting all of these as I drive through Delaware's towns.
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Wilmington is home to outstanding art museums, historic attractions and beautiful gardens.
From historic city homes to secluded spots surrounded by nature, we take you on a stroll of Delaware’s hottest neighborhoods to live.
From Florida to Washington, you'll find beautiful places to visit in every corner of the United States.
This stunning stone-clad house designed by Peter Zimmerman Architects, is set on a picturesque countryside property in Greenville, Delaware.
An historic Quaker meeting house, on Fourth and West Streets in Wilmington, in an area of the city called Quaker Hill. The meeting has been in continual use since 1748. A former member of the meeting, Thomas Garrett, who is buried on the meeting house grounds, collaborated with Harriet Tubman, a heroine of the Underground Railroad, to hide slaves escaping from southern plantations into free Philadelphia. The meeting also played a major role in the Hicksite controversy, a division among Quakers between mostly farmers under the leadership of Elias Hicks (1748-1830), a universalist and abolitionist, and wealthier Quakers in the Philadelphia area. The schism eventually was healed, but its contours are still reflected in differences between more mystic, universalistic, anti-doctrinal, and unprogrammed (silent meeting) Quakers, and programmed (Evangelical style worship) Quakers. The Wilmington Meeting not only sided with Hicks but published a newspaper to defend his views, which were regarded by his followers to be more in line with the teaching of George Fox and other early Quaker leaders in England. For more pictures of the meeting house see the set: www.flickr.com/photos/tcd123/sets/72157616674739318/
The historic home still shows the scars from a little run-in with the British in 1813.
This stunning stone-clad house designed by Peter Zimmerman Architects, is set on a picturesque countryside property in Greenville, Delaware.
The historic home still shows the scars from a little run-in with the British in 1813.
One of the biggest houses in the country is right here in Delaware!
This stunning stone-clad house designed by Peter Zimmerman Architects, is set on a picturesque countryside property in Greenville, Delaware.
Our state is one of the oldest, and there are many historic homes and mansions to admire. Learn more about these historic homes in Delaware!
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Want to give someone a great present in Delaware? Buy this house and give them the key!105 North Road, Wilmington, DE 19809
Wilmington is Delaware's largest city and has a range of things to do like visiting du Pont mansions, living history, and natural beauty (with a map).
From skyscrapers to private homes, these landmarks should be on your must-see list
Welcome to Delaware’s most expensive old house listing! Shadowbrook was built in 1939. It is located on 152 acres in Wilmington, Delaware. The property features multiple guest houses, open land, forest, waterfall, creek and a seven acre pond. The staircase and the library in the main house are beautiful! Ten bedrooms, ten bathrooms and 11,875 square feet. $18,000,000 Contact Stephen Crifasi with Patterson-Schwartz From the Zillow listing: Set among other properties of similar importance, Shadowbrook is one of the last remaining estates of substantial size in the Centreville-Greenville area. The sprawling 152 acres of unrestricted land are comprised of farm acreage, both open land and woods, a waterfall, a creek and a nearly seven acre pond. Shadowbrook includes the Main house, Tower house, Pool house, Gate house, a Farmhouse duplex, and a Mill house as well as two masonry horse barns. Perched atop one of the highest points in Delaware sits the distinguished Main house, built in the Okie style of architecture, boasting approximately 12,000 square feet of living space, ten bedrooms, ten bathrooms, formal living and dining rooms, numerous guest quarters and main kitchen plus catering kitchen. Various living areas both indoors and out are also found. No […]
This stunning stone-clad house designed by Peter Zimmerman Architects, is set on a picturesque countryside property in Greenville, Delaware.
This stunning stone-clad house designed by Peter Zimmerman Architects, is set on a picturesque countryside property in Greenville, Delaware.
This stunning stone-clad house designed by Peter Zimmerman Architects, is set on a picturesque countryside property in Greenville, Delaware.
Step back in time with a visit to this incredible Delaware mansion.
This spot will bring out the childlike wonder in visitors of all ages.
Delaware’s most expensive old house listing! Perfect beachfront house! The home was built in 1890. It is located on .28 acres in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. The home features beautiful hardwood floors, exposed beams, spacious kitchen and lots of windows to take in the views. This shingle style home with cedar siding is an iconic house on the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk. The sunroom would be my spot! Five bedrooms, six bathrooms and 3,400 square feet. $6,900,000 Contact Bryce Lingo with Bryce Lingo & Shaun Tull Team: 302-226-6417 From the Zillow listing: Rare oceanfront opportunity to own a piece of Rehoboth’s history in South Rehoboth! This shingle style home is an icon along the southern end of the Rehoboth Beach boardwalk. Cedar siding, cedar shingles and classic coastal charm describes this understated home dating back to the 1890’s. Situated on a corner 50’ x 250’ oceanfront parcel with southeast exposure, 1 Stockley Street features 5 bedrooms, 5 full baths, 1 half bath, and charming details throughout every square inch of this +/- 3,400 SF home. The exterior boasts an oceanfront sundeck that allows you to enjoy beautiful views of the Atlantic and its broad sandy beaches. While the property has gone […]
Near Milford, Delaware; scanned from a print - photo taken in 2001. A few months after this photo was taken the already deteriorated lighthouse was destroyed by fire caused by a lightning strike.
The Gargoyle House is also known as the Postles House. This is a huge home at almost 12,000 square feet. This home was built in 1905. It is located on .26 acres in Wilmington, Delaware. This granite home has four floors of living space and a carriage house that brings in $15,000 in annual rental income. Love the hand carved gargoyles on the house. The home has beautiful woodwork, leaded glass windows, and how about that front door! Six bedrooms, five bathrooms, and 11,900 square feet. $795,000 From the Zillow listing: Amazing price for an incredible work of art! The historic Postles House, known locally as the Gargoyle House, is a Wilmington Treasure! Listed on the Register of Historic Places (News Journal Thanksgiving Day full article on the home~s unique background, here included in documents), the stately mansion has anchored this portion of Wilmington~s prestigious ~big home~ area since 1905. Rarely does such a landmark become available. With upwards of 10,000 sq feet, the exquisite granite structure has 4 floors of living space, a carriage house that generates up to $15,000 income annually, grounds that make you never realize you are near the city, and yet easy access to […]
Our state is one of the oldest, and there are many historic homes and mansions to admire. Learn more about these historic homes in Delaware!
The History of Delaware is on display in this incredible museum and library on the banks of the Brandywine.
