781 Hickman Dr, Ocean View, De 19970

Welcome to this beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated 4-bedroom, 3-bath two-story home in the desirable Whites Creek Manor community. Lovingly cared for by its longtime owners, this home has been expanded and enhanced over the years to offer exceptional comfort and functionality. The main level features a spacious owner's suite with hardwood flooring, a walk-in closet, and an updated en suite bath complete with a tiled shower and dual vanity. A dramatic two-story foyer opens to the great room with soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, a cozy gas fireplace, and an adjoining dining area. The well-appointed kitchen offers cream cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar. Just off the kitchen is a generously sized family room with luxury vinyl plank flooring and a pellet stove, creating the perfect second living space for relaxing or entertaining. This inviting room overlooks the rear deck and beautifully landscaped backyard. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced yard featuring mature landscaping, stone accents, irrigation supplied by a private agricultural well, a 12' x 16' garden shed, covered front porch, and gutter guards. Additional improvements include a fully encapsulated crawl space for added peace of mind. Upstairs, you'll find three spacious bedrooms, a full hall bath, and a versatile loft overlooking the great room—ideal for guests, family members, or a home office. Crown molding and quality interior trim details, along with window treatments throughout, add the finishing touches. Whites Creek Manor offers outstanding amenities with low HOA fees including a community pool, tennis and pickleball courts, a marina with access to Whites Creek and the Indian River Bay, and a convenient location less than four miles from downtown Bethany Beach. The owners' boat slip (C-67) is also available at $47,500 as a separate transaction if desired, to be offered to the buyer of the home first. Living in Whites Creek Manor is the best of all worlds. You'll appreciate the low taxes and easy access to grocery stores, restaurants, medical facilities, and everything the area has to offer. With beaches and state parks close by and waterways around the corner, there is no shortage of recreation and relaxation opportunities to enjoy!