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With a limited opportunity of highly customizable single-family homes with waterfront home sites in Sussex County near Fenwick Island, The Hamlet at Dirickson Pond is a charming village of exceptionally comfortable homes outfitted with smart green technologies to conserve natural resources, increase comfort, and lower energy costs. Among new homes in Frankford, Delaware, only The Hamlet at Dirickson Pond offers this combination of luxury features, an unparalleled outdoor lifestyle, and energy-efficient comfort.

One of a kind. Peace of mind. Just outside the city limits, and overlooking the beauty of the Brandywine River, The Pointe at Brandywine Park is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. The Pointe's unparalleled location in a mile-long park provides privacy and tranquility, yet with access to everything! Meticulously crafted by award-winning Pettinaro, every home at The Pointe provides spacious open floorplans with optimal natural light and luxurious amenities. With a fitness center and pool on site, you'll enjoy a low maintenance lifestyle and the peace of mind that only Pettinaro can provide.

Come discover the quiet enclave of Academy Hill in Newark, Delaware. This prestigious and established community of single family homes is surrounded by nearly 20 acres of open space in New Castle County. Benchmark Builders is creating the final phase, on some of the highest land in Newark, to include 56 semi-custom homes all on spacious and professionally landscaped lots. Conveniently located near I-95, this fabulous community provides easy access to major metropolitan hubs including Wilmington, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Dover and New Jersey. With a choice of six distinctive floorplans, including two with owner's suites on the first floor, you'll find the home of your dreams. All have spacious, dynamic floorplans, nine foot first floor ceilings, two car garages and an abundance of features and options allowing you to design your home to be uniquely yours. And with major shopping centers such as the Christiana Mall, Peoples Plaza, Governors Square, Eden Square, and Fox Run just minutes away, errands are a breeze. And the town of Newark itself has a quaint village-like atmosphere with gourmet restaurants, boutiques, and of course the University of Delaware's renowned educational facilities. Plus, recreational facilities such as Fort Delaware State Park, Winterthur Museum, Lums Pond State Park, the upper Chesapeake Bay area, Dover Downs, Delaware Race Track and Hagley Museum are only a quick drive away. So whether you're a first time buyer or looking for a better home in a popular area, we have the designs for you! You'll immediately recognize the signature quality and craftsmanship only a local builder provides. And when you consider the exceptional location, timeless design and unsurpassed value of a Benchmark Builders home, you'll find Academy Hill irresistible. So, visit us today and allow us to help your new home dreams come true!

Enjoy this quiet, picturesque setting in Kent County in your new home with the personal touch and price only a local builder like Benchmark Builders can provide. Providence Crossing is a well planned semi-custom community featuring spacious and affordable three and four bedroom homes with a diverse range of elevations on up to 1/4 acre lots amid rolling fields in a peaceful wooded surrounding. This terrific community boasts top notch amenities such as two tennis courts and two tot lots centrally located with ample parking and sidewalks. You'll fall in love with the quaint town of Clayton which is close to the blossoming cities of Smyrna and Dover. The Providence Crossing location is ideal for commuting on Route 13 or Route 1, or for living a leisurely life in a serene place. Come see Benchmark Builders quality houses and the features that are standard such as a professionally designed landscaping package, 9" first floor ceilings, GE self cleaning oven, cultured marble vanity tops, basements, and much more! Whether a first time buyer or moving up to a better home, we have the floor plans for you! Compare the dynamic layouts and quality of our homes. Our designs utilize space efficiently, producing a layout that flows easily. Combined with the tranquil location, you will see that a home at Providence Crossing is the place to be.

Enjoy the magnificent countryside of New Castle County in a new single family semi-custom home with the personal touch and price only a local builder, like Benchmark Builders, can provide. Willow Oak Farms is a private community of 125 homes with nearly 34 acres of open space and professional landscaping designed for our residents' enjoyment. This well planned semi-custom community features spacious and affordable three and four bedroom homes with basements and two car garages on manageable sized lots amid rolling fields in a peaceful wooded surrounding. Conveniently located, this terrific community provides easy access to major employment hubs such as Wilmington, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Dover, and Southern New Jersey. With major shopping centers such as the Christiana Mall, Peoples Plaza, Governors Square, Eden Square, and Fox Run located minutes away, shopping opportunities are plentiful. Recreation facilities such as Fort Delaware State Park, Lums Pond State Park, Dover Downs, Delaware Race Track, and the large and modern Bear Library are close to Willow Oak Farms. Whether a first time buyer or moving up to a better home, we have the floor plans and elevations for you! Compare the dynamic layouts and quality of our homes - our seven designs all have partial cultured stone masonry fronts, utilize space efficiently, and produce a layout that flows easily. Moreover, two of our models have master bedrooms on the first floor! Combined with its ideal location, you will see that a home in Willow Oak Farms is the place to be.

Welcome to Bancroft Square, a beautiful new community of homes located in one of Wilmington's most desirable locations. These grand urban homes boast two to three bedrooms, two car garages and optional features which allow you to create your absolute dream home right here in the City of Wilmington. Built and marketed by Benchmark Builders, a local award winning company who has created some of the area's finest communities since 1988, these homes are ideal for those wanting to downsize, first time buyers wanting a home in a great location, or simply a family needing a bit more room and a bit less maintenance. The variety of floorplans allow you to select the perfect design for your individual lifestyle, while the low maintenance exteriors allow you additional free time to enjoy your home, your hobbies and your family. You can customize your new home with a gourmet kitchen, granite countertops, cathedral ceilings in the owner's suite, skylights, a home theatre package, plus many other options including state-of-the-art energy saving packages. If you're looking for a new home in an exceptional location, but still want to be close to everything Wilmington has to offer, then Bancroft Square is your perfect choice. Walk to the area's best restaurants, coffee shops, parks and a gorgeous new library just down the street. Enjoy the renowned tree-lined Bancroft Parkway, one of Wilmington's best known boulevards. Now is the time to create the new home you've wanted, and with the signature craftsmanship and service from the area's premier local builder.

An incomparable beach lifestyle awaits you at The Preserve at Jefferson Creek. Here, you'll find a homestyle that will fit your lifestyle while taking advantage of Delaware's low property taxes and no sales tax! At the Preserve at Jefferson Creek, you find a tranquil setting amongst picturesque wetlands and surrounded by the beauty of nature. Enjoy the conveniences of a beach town where you'll find crystal white sand beaches, unique shops, fine restaurants, golf, entertainment and more!

Never in History Has Luxury Been So Affordable! Buy NOW to take advantage of: Historically low interest rates Exceptional pricing National vendor incentives The best locations, schools, and home designs Final Section of Home Sites Now Available! Woodlands at St. Georges is a subsection of Red Lion Chase, which is a private luxury home community consisting of 289 homes sites with approximately 200 acres of open space preserved for residents' enjoyment. Home owners will delight in the resort-caliber amenities including the community center with its state-of-the-art exercise facilities, outdoor pools and tennis courts. The community's scenic beauty combined with the convenience of major commuter routes and employment centers, as well as nearby tax-free shopping make the Woodlands at St. Georges the ideal place to call home. Click Here to See a Tour of the Clubhouse

Enjoy resort-style living in a tax friendly Delaware. Champions Club at Jonathan's Landing is the McKee Groups newest 55+ clubhouse community located in Magnolia, DE. Adjacent to Jonathan' Landing Golf Course.

AWARD-WINNING CARRIAGE HOMES FROM THE UPPER $200's 2000 SMC Award of Excellence Winner. Move up to a maintenance-free lifestyle in side-by-side, 34' carriage homes with 2-car garages. Experience wide open, spacious interiors featuring 1st floor owner's suites designed for maximum convenience. It's all waiting for you with incredible Delaware tax benefits and value in a highly desirable Lewes community with a future clubhouse and pool, near boutiques, eateries, golf and just minutes to Rehoboth Beach.

Beautifully appointed homes starting from the mid $200's Welcome to the Village of Fox Meadow, Newark's newest premier active adult community. This community offers a choice for all lifestyles: townhomes, carriage homes, villas and single family homes. Enjoy this private community with convenience to major road ways and only minutes from shopping and dining. This active adult community offers a club house, beautiful wooded views, and first floor master suites. The choice is yours.

Use your Delaware tax benefits to move up to this fabulous recreational planned community with a super location right off Route 24, minutes from premier golf courses, fine schools and all the Delmarva Beaches. Stonewater Creek includes 1/2 - 3/4 acre homesites in a recreational enclave with tranquil ponds, a clubhouse, pool and tennis. Best of all, you can select from many sophisticated single family designs by Gemcraft Homes featuring main level living and the opportunity to fully individualize.

Located in Kent County in Magnolia, The Meadows At Chestnut Ridge provides a perfect setting for your new home! Conveniently located between Dover & Milford, you are minutes from area beaches & resorts, shopping, employment centers, cultural activities and more. At the Meadows At Chestnut Ridge we offer you a choice of eight distinctive home styles set on one-quarter acre plus home sites. We are priced from the upper 200's and offer an array of included and optional features designed to make The Meadows At Chestnut Ridge your location for a new home!

Convenient, comfortable, peaceful, enjoyable, affordable. These are words to describe life in a Timberlake home at Timber Mills. Located in Kent County, Delaware, Timber Mills is just a few miles off of Routes 1 and 13. That means all of life's modern conveniences are close by and special attractions like Dover Downs and the Delaware beaches and cities like Wilmington, DE and Philadelphia, PA are a short drive away. Once you arrive at your home within Timber Mills, you'll find yourself tucked within a quiet country setting, surrounded by horse farms, large fishing ponds and open fields. It's quite the retreat from the hustle and bustle of today's hectic world. Combine that with 1/2 acre homesites, an extensive portfolio of home designs from which to choose and customization options galore, and you have the perfect combination for your new home!

Convenient, comfortable, peaceful, enjoyable, affordable. These are words to describe life in a Timberlake home at Timber Mills. Located in Kent County, Delaware, Timber Mills is just a few miles off of Routes 1 and 13. That means all of life's modern conveniences are close by and special attractions like Dover Downs and the Delaware beaches and cities like Wilmington, DE and Philadelphia, PA are a short drive away. Once you arrive at your home within Timber Mills, you'll find yourself tucked within a quiet country setting, surrounded by horse farms, large fishing ponds and open fields. It's quite the retreat from the hustle and bustle of today's hectic world. Combine that with 1/2 acre homesites, an extensive portfolio of home designs from which to choose and customization options galore, and you have the perfect combination for your new home!

Located in Kent County in Magnolia, The Meadows At Chestnut Ridge provides a perfect setting for your new home! Conveniently located between Dover & Milford, you are minutes from area beaches & resorts, shopping, employment centers, cultural activities and more. At the Meadows At Chestnut Ridge we offer you a choice of eight distinctive home styles set on one-quarter acre plus home sites. We are priced from the upper 200's and offer an array of included and optional features designed to make The Meadows At Chestnut Ridge your location for a new home!

Supreme value and Delaware tax benefits afford you the best of small town living at Woodland Manor. Located right off Routes 1 and 13, it's a short drive to the beach, an easy commute to Dover and Wilmington and just minutes from all the conveniences of downtown Smyrna. Enjoy spacious 22' townhomes designed for the way you live today at a price you simply can't resist - but hurry, an opportunity this good won't last long.

AWARD-WINNING SINGLE FAMILY HOMES FROM THE UPPER $200's. Use your Delaware tax benefits to move up to this fabulous recreational planned community with a super location right off Route 24, minutes from premier golf courses, fine schools and all the Delmarva Beaches. Stonewater Creek includes 1/2 - 3/4 acre homesites in a recreational enclave with tranquil ponds, a clubhouse, pool and tennis. Best of all, you can select from 11 sophisticated single family designs by Gemcraft Homes featuring main level living and the opportunity to fully individualize.

Welcome to Milltown Village, a truly stunning active adult community located in the rolling hills of Pike Creek in New Castle County, Delaware. This pristine location will impress the discriminating buyer seeking a beautiful new home close to everything Wilmington has to offer including world class museums and gardens, golf and tennis clubs, as well as endless shopping and dining venues. This exclusive village-like community is comprised of 115 homes including twins and single family nestled on professionally landscaped lots. Milltown Village will boast a luxurious, professionally decorated community clubhouse with an exercise room, card room, computer room, great room, kitchen, and patio. An ideal facility to socialize with new friends and neighbors. Walking trails and street lights will grace the property which includes almost 50 acres of open space. These outstanding homes reflect classic designs with European influences; however all are energy efficient and include low maintenance exteriors, gas heat, public water and sewer, security systems, double hung windows and garages. Plus, you'll enjoy the low property taxes and no sales tax Delaware offers. Residents of Milltown Village will be able to enjoy a virtually care free lifestyle. These low maintenance homes provide more free time with family and friends, as most yard work is taken care of. Imagine more time for travel, more time to read, more time for hobbies, more time to make new friends. That's the way of life at Milltown Village. If a beautiful new home in a quaint environment is the perfect setting for you, then Milltown Village is the ideal choice. You'll find the signature craftsmanship and service only a local builder provides.

Swann Cove, a new home community brought to you by Mandrin Homes of Delaware, is located minutes from the Atlantic coast resort of Fenwick Island. This coastal community offers five newly designed floorplans featuring first floor owner suites in addition to more traditional second floor owner living. With options abound, Mandrin Homes can create your new home with exquisitely designed upgrades, or just a few finishing touches to personalize your newest residence. Swann Cove affords all the luxury of waterfront living, coupled with the residential charm of its secluded location. With only three miles between you and the beach, Swann Cove not only provides resort-style living, but also offers the private community missing from oceanfront homes.

Mandrin Homes is pleased to present The Homestead. This community of single family homes with a multi-functional resident Clubhouse, landscaped grounds and quiet, pristine setting is located just minutes from Delaware's beautiful ocean beaches. The Homestead offers two new affordable home designs in a hushed setting surrounded by nature's uncompromised beauty and nestled in the historic town of Millsboro. Visit us today and experience the art of fine living.

HOMESITE OF THE MONTH Bainbridge Hall Model -Elevation A with 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths and 2- Car Garage -2,980 Square Feet of Living Space Included -Finished Basement -Morning Room -Luxury Owners Bathroom with Soaking Tub and Shower -GE Stainless Steel Appliance Package -Gourmet Kitchen Island with Granite Countertop -42" Cherry Bordeaux Kitchen Cabinets -Double Bowl Owner's Vanity and Upgraded Kitchen Faucet Total Base Sales Price: $319,990 Total Price with Options: $364,915 Total Savings: -($29,925*) _____________________________________ NEW SALES PRICE: $334,990!* ESTATE HOMES ON 1/2 ACRE HOMESITES NEAR LUMS POND STATE PARK! Style, location, space, and best of all, market-leading affordabilityyoull find all this and more at Lums Pond Estates. This charming enclave offers the best value for new estate homes that youll find anywhere north of the C & D Canal, but with just 14 homesites, this opportunity wont last long. Each homesite at Lums Pond Estates includes 1/2 acres and most are situated on a private cul-de-sac. The community is close to the open space and recreational amenities of Lums Pond State Park, shopping and daily needs along the Route 40 corridor, and Routes 1 and 896 for easy commutes to Wilmington, Philadelphia, and Newark. The best value for an estate home north of the C & D Canal in New Castle County, DE Inviting, private enclave of just 14 estate homesites, each at least 1/2-acr

HOMESITE OF THE MONTH 102 Lynemore Blvd. Milan Model -Elevation A with 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths and 2-Car Garage -Finished Basement -Morning Room -Luxury Owner's Bath with Garden Tub and Separate Shower -Gas Fireplace in Family Room -Gourmet Island in Kitchen -Washer/Dryer Package A -9' First Floor Ceilings Total Base Sales Price: $269,990 Total Price with Options: $304,565 Total Savings: -($26,575*) ____________________________________ NEW SALES PRICE: $277,990!* Bring your dream home and your dream lifestyle together at Odessa National. This premier 18-hole golf course community in Townsend offers residents elegant single-family homes and amenities that include a clubhouse with restaurant and bar, a fitness center, swimming pool, recreational athletic fields and more. A prime location just minutes from Route 1 contributes further to an outstanding quality of life. Come and see why Odessa National is one of New Castle County Delaware's best new home communities. Located in Townsend, DE Up to 4 bedrooms and up to 4 1/2 bathrooms 2-car garage Luxurious single-family homes featuring 3 stories, spacious floorplans and todays most sought-after features Custom options include a morning room, finished basement, luxury owners bathroom, bonus room, brick, partial stone or stucco front, hardwood and ceramic floors, gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, fireplace and more Townsend's premiere golf

Every J. I. Schwartz home at Southern View includes an impressive variety of standard features to complement your family's lifestyle. This unique community is ideally located in a country setting in Northern Kent County with 1/3 acre home sites, and is a convenient commute to both Wilmington and Dover. The acclaimed Smyrna School District serves this community.

Located in a picturesque, country setting, and just minutes from major conveniences, Northern View, north of the canal, features 62 secluded half acre home sites. Each home includes an array of standard features that will exceed your expectations. A comprehensive landscape plan surrounds the perimeter of this community, providing a sense of both privacy and luxury.

HOMESITE OF THE MONTH 33122 Seashore Lane Lewes, DE 19958 Spacious Springbrook Model -Upgraded Elevation C -Basement Foundation -Plumbing Rough-In -Morning Room -4 Extn in Great Room -Stone Fire Place in Great Room -Bonus Room and 4th Bedroom -Granite Counter -Upgraded Maple Cabinets -Upgraded Stainless Appliances -Tray Ceiling Owners Bed Room -Upgraded Owners Shower -Upgraded Faucets Total Base Sales Price: $286,990 Total Price with Options: $363,465 Total Savings: -($37,500)* _______________________________________ New Sales Price: $325,965 ______________________________________ One of the Delaware Beach's Best New Home Communities! Experience an amenity-rich community that offers a phenomenal location close to beaches, bays, shopping, dining, golfing and more all at an incredibly affordable price! Henlopen Landing invites you to claim your share of the good life with spacious single-family homes in a sought-after Lewes neighborhood that includes a swimming pool, charming cul-de-sac avenues, sparkling ponds and professional landscaping.

Long Neck Shores Homesite of the Month 26394 Timbercreek Lane (Homesite 178) Brighton Base Price $264,990 This Home Includes: -Elevation B $850 -Rear Sunroom $12,800 -Stone Fireplace in Great Room $6,000 -2nd Floor Addition with 4th Bedroom and 3rd Bathroom $24,250 -Upgraded Owners Bathroom $4,350 -Attic Storage $2,000 -Upgraded Maple Cabinets with Knobs $1,500 -Granite Kitchen Countertops $3,875 -Stainless Steel Appliance Package $3,100 -GE Washer and Dryer $850 -Laundry Cabinets $750 -18x12 Composite Deck $8,550 -2,469 Square Feet of Living Space Total Sales Price:$333,865 Total Savings: - ($34,438)* New Sales Price: $299,427 *See Sales Representative for details. Offer expires July 31st, 2010. Price takes into account an incentive of $12,800 which requires Purchaser to use NVR Mortgage or pay cash to receive incentive. _________________________________________ One of the Delaware Beach's Best New Home Communities! Wooded And Full Basement Homesites Now Available In Phase II! Long Neck Shores presents single-family living at its best! This amenity-rich community boasts a picturesque, wooded setting just 3 miles from Rehoboth Bay. Enjoy an unrivaled quality of life within a neighborhood that offers a town center, swimming pool, fitness center, gazebo, ponds with fountains and more. A central location on Route 24 between Route 1 and Route 113 puts downtown Lewes and Rehoboth just 20 minutes away, while boating and f

HOMESITE OF THE MONTH 23691 Herring Reach Court (Homesite 76) Brighton Model -Elevation C -Unfinished basement -3-piece plumbing rough-in -Rear Sunroom -2nd Floor with Bedroom, Bath & loft -Extension to front bedroom -Stone Fireplace in Great Room -Cherry Vanities in All Bathrooms -Upgraded Cherry Cabinets with Knobs -Cherry cabinets in laundry -Granite Kitchen Countertops -Stainless Steel Appliance Package -GE washer & dryer -2,469 Square Feet of Living Space Total Base Sales Price $285,990 Total Price with Options: $366,115 Total Savings: - ($40,000)* _______________________________________ New Sales Price: $326,115* Your waterfront escape is within reach, especially when you consider Bay Pointes stunning location on Herring Creek, near the beaches and the bay, its exquisite single-family homes on expansive homesites, and its remarkably affordable price. Located just a short 5 miles from Route 1 in beautiful Lewes buyers can choose between 165 homesites offering mature shade trees and incredible views of the water. A community pool, clubhouse, and private water access add to the pleasurable lifestyle that Bay Pointe affords its residents. Located in scenic Lewes 3-5 bedrooms 2-3 bathrooms 2-car garage Basements Available 1,300 4,300 square feet of living space Innovatively designed single-family homes where meticulous craftsmanship and quality is the focus Located just 5

HOMESITE OF THE MONTH - #77 Esquire Model -3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths and Loft with Vaulted Ceilings and Open Layout -2-Car Garage -2,574 Square Feet of Living Space -First Floor Owner's Suite -4' Extension to Rear of Home -Morning Room -Gourmet Kitchen with Maple Cabinets and Granite Countertops -Stainless Steel Appliances including Microwave, Dishwasher and Oven Range -Recessed Lights in Kitchen -Fireplace in Great Room -Luxury Owner's Bathroom with Soaking Tub, Tile Shower and Double Bowl Vanity Sinks -Additional Bonus Room Upstairs -Hardwood Floors in Kitchen, extended Great Room, Morning Room, Dinette, Foyer and Powder Room -Carpet in Bedrooms, Loft and Dining Room -Upgraded Tiles in Bathrooms Total Base Sales Price: $276,990 Total Price with Options: $337,365 Total Savings: -($30,000*) ________________________________________ NEW SALES PRICE: $307,365!* One of the Delaware Beach's Best New Home Communities! The charming town of Ocean View is just 1 mile from the Atlantic Ocean and 1 mile from the Indian River Bay. It is bounded by the Assawoman Canal and Whites Creek, providing both year-round and seasonal recreation. Walk across the street to the Championship Bear Trap Dunes 27-hole Golf Course, named One of Americas Best Courses by Golfweek Magazine. Bear Trap offers a host of amenities to its neighbors, including a pro shop, fine and casual dining and an outdoor amphitheater with local and n