83 CARAVEL DR Bear, DE 19701
4 Beds
4 Baths
4,730 SqFt
Open House
Sat Jun 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sun Jun 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 4,730 sqft
Price per Sqft $151
Subdivision Caravel Farms
MLS Listing ID DENC2103488
Style Georgian,Colonial
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 3,630
Year Built 1987
Available Date 2026-06-13
Annual Tax Amount $5,571
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 0.810 Acres
Acres 0.81
Lot Dimensions 193X182
Property Sub-Type Detached
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
Approached by an expansive horseshoe driveway, the home makes an unforgettable first impression with its commanding two-story columned entrance, custom paver entry, and meticulously landscaped grounds. Inside, a dramatic two-story foyer welcomes guests with a sweeping curved staircase and elegant Italian marble flooring. At the same time, rich ¾-inch solid Red Oak hardwood floors extend throughout much of the home. Extensive custom millwork, including stain-grade chair rails, wainscoting, multi-piece crown moldings, and solid wood doors, reflects the exceptional quality found throughout.
At the heart of the home, the gourmet chef's kitchen offers custom-crafted cabinetry with soft-close doors, granite countertops and backsplash with waterfall detailing, a substantial three-tier island, under-cabinet lighting, built-in Bose speakers, and an impressive collection of premium appliances including Sub-Zero, Viking, JennAir, and Dacor. The adjoining dining room features built-in china cabinets, a glass-paneled privacy door, and French doors leading to a secluded patio.
Designed for both entertaining and everyday comfort, the home offers multiple gathering spaces, including a formal living room with a wood-burning fireplace and marble surround, as well as a spacious family room highlighted by a raised brick hearth, a Buck wood stove, a decorative box-beam ceiling, and extensive custom woodwork.
The luxurious primary suite serves as a private retreat featuring a walk-in dressing area, spa-inspired bath with jetted soaking tub and separate shower, gas fireplace, custom lighting, and a remarkable rooftop deck overlooking the pool and beautifully landscaped grounds. Secondary bedrooms are generously sized, including a flexible oversized bedroom created by combining the original third and fourth bedrooms, which can easily be restored to a traditional four-bedroom configuration if desired.
The resort-inspired backyard is truly exceptional. A custom Swift Pools in-ground pool with diving board, built-in benches, and expansive exposed aggregate decking is surrounded by extensive paver patios, retaining walls with accent lighting, a dedicated grilling station, pergola draped with mature flowering vines, and a tranquil multi-tier waterfall and pond feature. Multiple outdoor entertaining spaces and a fully fenced yard create a private oasis unlike any other.
The finished lower level significantly expands the home's living space, offering a pub-style wet bar, entertainment and gaming areas, custom library cabinetry, powder room, fitness or flex space, abundant storage, and unique expansion potential beneath the front entrance. Additional highlights include a Carrier hybrid HVAC system, dedicated laundry room, oversized turned two-car garage with epoxy flooring and attic storage, garage-to-basement access, and extensive owner parking.
Combining architectural distinction, superior craftsmanship, and extraordinary indoor-outdoor living, this is a once-in-a-generation estate offering.
Location
State DE
County New Castle
Area Newark/Glasgow (30905)
Zoning NC21
Direction North
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Den, Library, Foyer, Exercise Room, Great Room, Laundry, Mud Room, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Utility Room, Bathroom 2, Attic, Bonus Room, Conservatory Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Basement Full, Connecting Stairway, Drainage System, Garage Access, Improved, Interior Access, Partially Finished, Space For Rooms, Sump Pump, Windows, Shelving, Outside Entrance
Interior
Interior Features Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Gourmet, Attic, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Carpet, Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Galley, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Sound System, Stove - Wood, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Walk-in Closet(s), Wet/Dry Bar, Window Treatments, Wine Storage, Wood Floors, Other
Hot Water Electric
Heating Heat Pump - Oil BackUp, Programmable Thermostat, Wood Burn Stove, Zoned, Humidifier, Forced Air, Energy Star Heating System, Central
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Solid Hardwood, Marble, Ceramic Tile, Carpet
Fireplaces Number 2
Fireplaces Type Brick, Equipment, Insert, Mantel(s), Screen
Equipment Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven - Double, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater, Oven/Range - Electric, Oven - Self Cleaning, Microwave, Humidifier, Freezer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Dryer, Cooktop - Down Draft, Built-In Range
Fireplace Y
Window Features Double Hung,Casement,Double Pane,Screens,Wood Frame
Appliance Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven - Double, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater, Oven/Range - Electric, Oven - Self Cleaning, Microwave, Humidifier, Freezer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Dryer, Cooktop - Down Draft, Built-In Range
Heat Source Electric, Oil
Laundry Main Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es), Screened, Terrace
Parking Features Additional Storage Area, Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access, Oversized
Garage Spaces 14.0
Fence Decorative, Rear, Wood
Pool In Ground, Heated, Gunite, Filtered, Fenced
Utilities Available Cable TV, Phone, Propane, Under Ground
Water Access N
View Garden/Lawn, Pasture, Trees/Woods
Roof Type Architectural Shingle,Pitched,Flat
Street Surface Paved
Accessibility 2+ Access Exits, 36\"+ wide Halls, 32\"+ wide Doors, Accessible Switches/Outlets, Doors - Lever Handle(s), Level Entry - Main
Porch Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es), Screened, Terrace
Road Frontage State
Attached Garage 2
Total Parking Spaces 14
Garage Y
Building
Lot Description Adjoins - Open Space, Front Yard, Interior, Landscaping, Premium, Rear Yard, Secluded
Story 2
Foundation Permanent, Concrete Perimeter, Block
Above Ground Finished SqFt 3630
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Georgian, Colonial
Level or Stories 2
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type 2 Story Ceilings,Beamed Ceilings,Dry Wall
New Construction N
Schools
School District Christina
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 11-032.00-189
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source 4730
Security Features Security System,Main Entrance Lock,Electric Alarm,Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Acceptable Financing Cash, Negotiable, Conventional
Horse Property N
Listing Terms Cash, Negotiable, Conventional
Financing Cash,Negotiable,Conventional
Special Listing Condition Standard
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