Sold for $1,170,000 on 06/29/23
$1,170,000
34773 Bookhammer Landing Rd, Lewes, DE 19958
5beds
4,250sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1982
9,583 Square Feet Lot
$1,749,800 Zestimate®
$275/sqft
$3,693 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,749,800
$1.52M - $2.05M
$3,693/mo
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Back on the market with 2 additional bedrooms and additional full bathroom on lower level! Custom-built, canal-front contemporary masterpiece on Bookhammer Landing Rd. that offers panoramic views of Rehoboth Bay, Horse Marsh, and Horse Island! Perched amid enclave of magnificent, marina- inspired homes is this stunning 4250 sq. ft. beauty that features unparallel interior and exterior amenities. Multi-tiered decks, bay/bow/transom/oversized windows, myriad of glass sliders, apex rooflines, dual garages, endless footage of decking/dock, pristine pool, spiral staircase, and more blend to create this unforgettable coastal home that exudes luxury, privacy, and serenity. Spectacular attributes set this home apart! Value private dock and decking site (cost of ¼ million dollars) with 100’ of bulkhead that contains 5,000 lb. boat lift, plus 1,500 sq. ft. dock that has electricity, fresh water, fish cleaning station and slip space for up to 3 boats (25’ each). Appreciate 2 big driveways and custom oversized garage. Garage has 12’ extra-wide electronic opening garage door and features high-capacity steel beam system for lifting cars/boats, heat/AC and ½ bath. Ample space and ideal features for water living! Relish private pool tucked on edge of canal with temperature-controlled AC/heat bathhouse and restroom/shower room, along with expansive deck with outdoor lighting to enjoy festivities and entertaining from dusk to dawn! Enjoy water activities with easy deck access for power boats, canoes, kayaks, paddle boards and jet skis. Welcome the opportunity to sip morning coffee off sunroom deck with views of surrounding shimmering water, bask in the sun on 85’ pool level deck and enjoy rythmn of canal life, unwind and read in the shade if desired -- thanks to electronic retractable sun awning -- on 85’ foot kitchen level deck, and climb spiral staircase to sprawling observation deck and enjoy the ambiance yourself or host a deck party for up to 50 and let your guests appreciate the priceless natural setting. Interior of home mirrors beauty of exterior! Step inside to 2-story foyer along with open floorplan with sweeping space, sun-drenched rooms, and stellar water views. Open staircase grants access to where extensive kitchen/great room are fused together, creating fluid movement between rooms. Great room is open and spacious with windows offering incredible views and series of exposed beams providing architectural interest. Tuck-away stools at breakfast bar line side of great room, and opposite are handsome built-ins. Gorgeous, vaulted ceiling custom-designed kitchen is gourmet in every way! Custom cabinets are paired with commercial grade appliances including sub-zero refrigerator/freezer, Wolf double stove with gas burners/stove top grill/commercial grade exhaust vent, Fisher & Paykel DW, Scotsman ice maker and reverse osmosis water system. LR is rich in views and generous in square footage. With succession of windows, enjoy outside beauty inside, while gas FP issues invitation for no-expiration-date to recharge. Sunroom is striking and the perfect window-lined room to enjoy life. BRs are all spacious with top-notch amenities and access to decks, and primary BR/bath are true havens of relaxation. The bathrooms are equally impressive with granite, ceramic tile, and modern features. Home is remarkable melding of luxurious, livable space in Lewes and entertaining seems effortless thanks to its array of amenities. Home is located in the community of Joy Beach, which does not have restrictions on short term rentals, and is 7 mins. to Rt. 1 and merely 15 mins. to Rehoboth Beach/boardwalk/outlets. Beautiful home, bountiful space, bonus amenities, and breathtaking water views in this canal front charmer on Bookhammer Landing Rd.!
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: June 30, 2023 at 01:10am
Listed by:
Hayley Jackson 302-494-0214,
Tesla Realty Group, LLC
Bought with:
Hayley Jackson
Tesla Realty Group, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DESU2039370
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Ice Maker, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Six Burner Stove, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Exposed Beams, Open Floorplan, Kitchen - Gourmet, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Spiral Staircase, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wood
- Doors: Sliding Glass
- Windows: Bay/Bow
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane, Mantel(s)
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,250
- Total interior livable area: 4,250 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,250
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Concrete, Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting, Balcony
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Private
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canal
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Canal
- Waterfront features: Private Dock Site, Canal, Boat - Powered, Personal Watercraft (PWC), Private Access, Canoe/Kayak
- Body of water: Rehoboth Bay
- Frontage length: Water Frontage Ft: 10
Lot
- Size: 9,583 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 23412.00101.00
- Zoning: AR-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Coastal,Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle,Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1982
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: On Site Septic
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Lewes
- Subdivision: Joy Beach
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $600 annually
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/29/2023 | Sold | $1,170,000-16.4%$275/sqft |
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| 5/5/2023 | Contingent | $1,400,000$329/sqft |
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| 4/11/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,400,000$329/sqft |
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| 12/27/2022 | Listing removed | $1,400,000$329/sqft |
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| 12/1/2022 | Price change | $1,400,000+0%$329/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,661 +0.1% | $33,700 |
| 2024 | $1,660 +3.6% | $33,700 |
| 2023 | $1,602 +0.9% | $33,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 19958
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Rehoboth Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 3.5 mi
- 7/10Beacon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 8/10Cape Henlopen High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Cape Henlopen
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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