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Bayside is an award-winning classic beach resort community developed by the regionally renowned Carl M. Freeman Companies. Tree-lined streets showcase a community of stunning homes - all inspired by the New England coastal towns. Located in Fenwick Island, DE, Bayside is removed but certainly not remote, with the perfect blend of privacy and location.

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Want to Get the Most Out of Your Beach Season at Bayside?

Now that Memorial Day has officially come and gone, we can really start to get excited for the upcoming beach season. And, being just 4 miles to the beaches, residents at Bayside certainly can appreciate the perfect beach outing!

With sand, surf, and sun in the near future, we’ve compiled a list of ways to ensure you get the absolute most from your beach season at Bayside. Here’s how you can be best prepared for all the fun that’s in store!

Find the right sunscreen – Wearing sunscreen is so important, especially when you’re active outdoors and swimming in the ocean. Find a brand that works best for you and your family and be sure to stock up. It’s best to reapply regularly for the most coverage!

Gather the beach essentials – What kind of shape is your beach blanket in? Is it time to invest in a new kite or a few new beach toys? If you head to the beach often, it’s likely your beach accessories experienced a little wear and tear along the way. Why not freshen up the collection this summer with a new beach toy or towel? This is a great way to give a little more variety to a day at the beach.

Evaluate last year’s bathing suits – Kids grow fast, meaning last summer’s bathing suit may no longer fit. Before hitting the beach for the first time, check to make sure everyone’s suits are in working order. You’ll be glad you did!

Consider swim lessons – If your children are younger, consider signing them up for a swim lesson. This may help them to feel more at ease when swimming in the ocean, and gives you peace of mind when hitting the beach.

Review any beach rules – And, speaking of staying safe in the surf, remind your family of beach etiquette and listening to the lifeguards. Your fellow beach-goers will appreciate it!

Do you have even more ways to ready the troops for the beach? Share them with us on Facebook – your neighbors at Bayside are sure to thank you!

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Classic Beach Home Bedrooms

Looking to redecorate your Bayside beach home for the summer, but don’t know where to start? We’ve got you covered! Beach home decoration inspiration can be found right here in Bayside, in our beautiful model homes.

Check out these classic beach home bedrooms from our Monocacy and Cypress Point model homes here at Bayside, and be on your way to the perfectly decorated coastal retreat!

Soothing Seaside Choosing to go with a soothing seaside theme (like this one found in the Owner’s Bedroom of our Cypress Point model) should be a no-brainer when it comes to beach home bedroom design. Incorporating seashells, coral and soft blues into your bedroom is an easy way to bring the beach into your bedroom, without the sand of course!

Deep Blue Sea

Pay homage to the sea with a bedroom filled with shells, starfish motifs and shades of deep blue! Decorating your bedroom with a few of your favorite seashells and other ocean critters is sure to bring your bedroom to life, as you can see here with this bedroom found in our Monocacy model.

Anchors Away!

Anchors away! This bedroom found in our Cypress Point model is home to yet another example of a classic beach home bedroom theme. The easy breezy decor of this nautical-inspired bedroom is sure to create a simply soothing atmosphere you’ll never want to part with. Start with a white backdrop, throw in a splash of blue, add a few nautical touches and you’re well on your way!

For more classic beach home decor ideas, check out our Pinterest and Houzz.

As Delaware’s premiere beach resort community, here at Bayside we simply cannot get enough of the luxurious seaside lifestyle! That’s probably because our coastal community is just minutes from the beach, full of beautifully designed, classic beach homes and world-class amenities! Stop by Bayside today to check out our collection of new beach homes  and start planning for a summer you’ll never forget!

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Which Type of Bayside Home Is Perfect For You?

Here at Bayside, we offer a wide variety of beautiful beach homes for you to call your own, whether as a primary residence or vacation home. We’re proud to offer a wide variety of incredible homes from Schell Brothers and NVHomes, but we know with all of the great choices, it can seem overwhelming when you’re trying to decide on your Bayside home! Consider the following to decide which type of Bayside home is perfect for you:

Townhome

We’re currently offering beautiful townhomes from both Schell Brothers and NVHomes. A Bayside townhome could be perfect for you if you’re looking for a home that doesn’t have quite as much square footage as a villa or single-family home, you’re not interested in a lot of lawn upkeep, and you don’t mind having neighbors on either side of you. Even if you never thought a townhome would be the perfect home for you, a Bayside townhome might just change your mind! Both Schell Brothers and NVHomes townhomes are spacious and beautifully designed, and with Schell Brothers townhomes starting at $319,000 and NVHomes townhomes starting at $349,900, they provide a lot of bang for your buck!

Villa

Have you seen our villas from Schell Brothers and NVHomes? They’re ideal for homeowners who are looking for middle ground between a townhome and a single-family home – visually, they resemble single-family homes, but our villas come in pairs and share a single wall, and in that way they resemble townhomes. Whether it’s the Salt Meadow or Sea Grass villa from Schell Brothers or the Monocacy villa from NVHomes, many of our homeowners have found that our Bayside villas are the perfect beach home for them.

Single-Family

Homebuyers who are looking for a more traditional style of home will love Bayside’s single-family homes from Schell Brothers and NVHomes. With such a wide variety of home designs and price points – our single-family homes range from the upper $390s to the upper $590s – you’re bound to find the perfect beach home that you’ve always dreamed of. We currently offer eight home styles from Schell Brothers and five home styles from NVHomes, and all of these homes feature spacious floor plans and beautiful design.

Custom Home

If you want to have total control over the layout and design of your home, then a custom home is for you! We currently offer custom homes from Echelon Custom Homes and Marnie Custom Beach Homes, and both options offer an incredible opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind home at Bayside. Whatever your dream home is, it can become a reality at Bayside with the help of Echelon Custom Homes or Marnie Custom Beach Homes.

Whichever type of home you decide on, you’ll be able to enjoy all the benefits of Bayside. Our expansive amenities are just part of what makes  Bayside a beach community like no other. Being a Bayside resident means not only enjoying the benefits of our beautiful homes, but also taking advantage of these amenities – including life enrichment classes through Bayside Institute, paddleboarding and crabbing at The Point, playing a round of 18 on our Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, and enjoying fun in the sun at Sun Ridge Tennis and Recreation Center. A variety of beautiful new beach homes, excellent amenities and an ideal location – what more could you ask for in a beach community?

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Steady Gains in Sussex County, DE

According to the Cape Gazette, homebuyers in Sussex County, Delaware have even more to smile about. The Sussex County Association of Realtors (SCAOR) reported a strengthening local real estate market, with “nearly all sectors showing modest gains over the same period in 2014.”

In fact, when compared to this period last year, home sales increased 9%. And when compared to the same time period the year before that, the growth in homes sold is even more impressive with a 21% gain. Fred Dean, SCAOR’s 2015 president, admits “there’s no questioning the fact that the first quarter of this year has been especially robust, with many more buyers entering the market.” He continues, “with the reduction in inventory due to the higher number of sales, we feel this market is only going to continue strengthening moving forward.”

These types of gains in the housing market are especially encouraging to prospective homebuyers who are considering a new home in Sussex County. When making a major investment such as buying a home, those interested want to know the region is on the right track. And for those looking for a new home in a beach community that offers beautiful new homes alongside resort-style amenities, Bayside is the premier choice!

The Bayside community features single-family homes and villas by NVHomes and Schell Brothers,townhomes by NVHomes, and custom building opportunities with Echelon Custom Homes andMarnie Custom Beach Homes. With these incredible options, buyers have the ultimate selection when moving to their dream beach community – along with a long list of homeowner benefits.

Bayside also features the first-ever Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course in Delaware, bayside attractions, a recreation center with pools, and plans with even more exciting mainstays in the years ahead. Believe us when we say, Bayside is a community you’ll want to be in all summer long!

Take a look at our new homes for sale and learn more about all the amazing perks to living in our Bayside community. With the progress in the local housing market, there’s no doubt spring 2015 offers a prime opportunity to join the Bayside family!

Source: The Cape Gazette

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Meet the Model: the Bornquist

The Bornquist by NVHomes is one of Bayside’s luxury single-family homes with 3+ bedrooms, 2+ baths and a 2-car garage, priced from the upper $420’s. The Bornquist has been a longtime favorite here at Bayside with its convenient, compact design—offering new homeowners a refreshing single-level floor plan, with plenty of space to accommodate a variety of seaside lifestyles!

This single-family home delivers both classic elegance and modern performance with its sophisticated features, luxury finishes and premium appliances. Let’s take a closer look at the coastal charm of the Bornquist model at Bayside:

Dining Room

The Bornquist by NVHomes is one of Bayside’s luxury single-family homes with 3+ bedrooms, 2+ baths and a 2-car garage, priced from the upper $420’s. The Bornquist has been a longtime favorite here at Bayside with its convenient, compact design—offering new homeowners a refreshing single-level floor plan, with plenty of space to accommodate a variety of seaside lifestyles!

This single-family home delivers both classic elegance and modern performance with its sophisticated features, luxury finishes and premium appliances. Let’s take a closer look at the coastal charm of the Bornquist model at Bayside:

The Kitchen

The Kitchen’s open layout is yet another reason many Bayside homeowners have fallen in love with the Bornquist! This gourmet kitchen boasts a number of dramatic beach home elements including: classic coastal cabinetry, a large kitchen island and plenty of counter and storage space. In addition to the Dining Room, the Kitchen also offers ample space for enjoying meals with its large center island and roomy Dinette area—perfect for serving the kids breakfast before heading out for another fun-filled day on the beach!

Great Room

The Bornquist’s Great Room is sure to be the envy of your friends and neighbors with its breezy, spacious layout and sophisticated design! NVHomes offers a number of optional features (like opting for an elegant coffered ceiling) and additions (such as a 4’ extension to the space), offering even more space and style! The Great Room is perfect for entertaining guests for hours on end, unwinding in the evening with a family board game, or cozying up by the fireplace after a long day.

Owner’s Suite

The Owner’s Suite includes a spacious bedroom, expansive walk-in closet and truly magnificent Owner’s Bath—which includes a soaking tub, dual vanities and a compartmentalized water closet. The elegant style of the Owner’s Suite is accentuated by the space’s master craftsmanship, elegant tray ceilings and other luxe finishes. Bornquist homeowners also have the ability to add a sitting area to the Owner’s Suite for even more space and unparalleled coastal luxury.

Additional Bedrooms

Perfectly aligned with the rest of the open, breezy layout of the Bornquist—both of the home’s additional bedrooms are quite spacious, and each include a large closet with a shared bath. Staying in-tune with the flexible nature of the Bornquist, new homeowners are able to tailor these additional bedrooms to their unique tastes by converting one of the bedrooms into a Study with a stylish built-in bookcase, or adding a tray ceiling to the other.

Bayside offers new homes with the perfect mix of comfort and luxury—complete with the best amenities around and situated in an ideal location. Whether you’re looking for your next coastal villa or seaside single-family home—Bayside has the perfect home just for you! If you are looking to buy a second home in Delaware, Bayside is the clear choice! Visit the Bayside website for more information on the Bornquist‘s flexible floor plan and coastal design, and check out our Facebook page to learn all about the classic coastal lifestyle here at Bayside!

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Sussex County The Best For Property Taxes

In a recent article by U.S. News, experts determined the best and worst markets for property taxes across the country.  It came as no surprise that Sussex County, home to the Bayside community, ranked first on the “Best” list!  With an effective tax rate at 0.23% and average 2014 property tax on SFRs at $652, our county on the Delaware Coast is a clear choice for any homebuyer.

But the benefits in Sussex County don’t end with the tax benefits of owning a home here.  With absolutely zero sales tax, the state of Delaware is a prime location for your next shopping spree.  Which is so easy to do, especially with the nearby outlets and charming local boutiques! Other economic advantages include no tax on social security benefits, up to $12,500 of retirement income tax exempt for those 60 and older, and so much more.

And, the perks of living in the Bayside community alone are enough to attract any active family to our wonderful community.  Just four miles from the beaches, stunning new homes are complemented with expertly maintained green space, walking trails and natural features.  With bayside access at The Point, families can enjoy a beautiful day spent crabbing, kayaking or paddle boarding.

Between the tennis courts, sand volleyball courts, pools, picnic areas, and additional features at the Sun Ridge Tennis & Recreation Center, a day at Bayside is certainly never a boring one.  In 2016, we’ll also be introducing the New Indoor Pool & Fitness Center for year-round fun.  And with the Masters upon us, we can’t help but mention our Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course right in our community – the first-ever in Delaware!  With every golf terrain imaginable, this course is as diverse as it is beautiful.

What better way to enjoy the endless benefits of Delaware than to move to our extraordinary beach community? At Bayside, Schell Brothers builds both villas and single-family homes, and NVHomes has new townhomes available with villas and single-family homes coming later this spring. Custom homebuilding opportunities are also available with Marnie Custom Beach Homes or Echelon Custom Homes.

With an incredible variety of new homes, you too could soon be enjoying all that Delaware and the Bayside community has to offer!

Source: U.S. News, whylovede.com

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5 Things Bayside Residents Know to be True

If you ask any Bayside resident what they enjoy about our Fenwick Island community, they’ll certainly have a lot to say! There’s a lot to love here at Bayside, and homeowners could go on and on about their favorite aspects of living here. Every homeowner has their own favorite part of Bayside, but here are five things that all Bayside residents know to be true:

Our homebuilders are the best at the beach. At Bayside, we feel extremely lucky to have wonderful homebuilders that create stunning beach homes for our residents. We currently have townhomes and single-family homes available from NVHomes, and villas and single-family homes available from Schell Brothers. If our current home designs don’t quite suit your tastes, not to worry – you can design a custom home with Echelon Custom Homes or Marnie Custom Beach Homes! Whichever homebuilder you choose for your new home at Bayside, you’ll be sure to love the incredible designs and modern features found in all of our new homes.

You won’t find amenities like ours anywhere else. It’s true! There’s an expansive offering of incredible amenities here at Bayside, including the state-of-the-art Sun Ridge Tennis and Recreation Center, a Jack Nicklaus signature golf course, casual dining at The Cove Bar & Grille, various nature trails and community parks and waterfront wonders at The Point pier. There’s never a shortage of fun to be had at Bayside! And with our new indoor pool and fitness center breaking ground next year, there’ll be even more amenities to take advantage of in the future.

Fenwick Island is the place to be. Without a doubt, Bayside residents know that Fenwick Island is the best beach on the Delaware and Maryland shore. From the tranquil sandy beach to the relaxing pace of life to the quaint coastal town, there are so many reasons to love Fenwick Island!

Bayside Institute classes truly enrich lives. Bayside Institute is an innovative year-round program that aims to enrich the lives of residents through classes that focus on a wide variety of subjects. Whether residents are learning new skills, exploring new subjects or embracing hobbies, Bayside Institute classes allow residents to enjoy “me” time and truly enrich their lives!

There’s nowhere like Bayside! The bottom line? There’s simply no other community in Delaware quite like Bayside! You know you’ve arrived somewhere very special from the instant you visit our community for the first time, and it’s a feeling that remains with you long after you’ve bought your home here.

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Coastal Rugs We Love for Any Beach Community Home!

With the spring season officially upon us, many of our homeowners are busy spicing up their homes with a new decoration here or there.  One of our favorite ways to revamp a tired space? A new coastal rug, of course!

Here are a few beach-inspired rugs that’ll have you dreaming of crashing waves, sand dunes and laying out in the warm sun:

Kaleen Matira Collection 

We are in love with this starfish patterned rug. With only a limited number remaining, you’ll want to act fast if you’d like this piece in your new home at Bayside!

Surya Escape Area Rug

This area rug is subtle enough it won’t dominate your space, but will still add that beachy feel you desire to any room it’s in.

Safavieh Cape Cod Rug

This smaller rug is ideal for transitional spaces in your beach community home. With three different color themes available, you can choose one that fits best with your existing décor!

Shades of Light Coral Chenille Border Sisal Rug

We can’t get enough of this stately coastal-inspired rug. The barely-there coral pattern is a nice surprise to an already incredible floor covering.

Seahorse Slate Blue Indoor-outdoor Area Rug

Indoor-outdoor rugs are ideal for obvious reasons. Equally as perfect for a mudroom or bedroom, this versatile rug will look great in any Bayside home!

If you’d like even more coastal inspiration for your new home at Bayside, take a tour of any of our model homes.  Or, you can check out these blogs articles detailing a few of our beautiful home designs: The Monocacy, The Ocean Breeze, and The Sanibel.

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Meet the: Monocacy

We are excited to add the Monocacy Villa by NVHomes to our offering of coastal homes, as part of Bayside’s newest neighborhood—The Shoals at Sun Ridge, premiering Spring 2015.

NVHomes is well-known for their exceptional luxury homes, built with quality craftsmanship in coveted communities such as Bayside since 1979. NVHomes is committed to delivering quality, which is evident in the details of the Monocacy Villa.

The Monocacy is sure to become a quick favorite among our new homeowners, as it offers luxurious villa living with an expansive layout, 3+ bedrooms and 2.5+ baths with 2,926 square feet of living space.

Read on to learn more about our Monocacy model, and see why so many have fallen in love with this unique model. We think you’ll agree— the Monocacy is truly a villa of distinction!

Kitchen

The Monocacy’s Kitchen comes complete with an angled island, large pantry wall oven, state of the art appliances and plenty of counter space! This gourmet kitchen is perfect for preparing a quick breakfast for the family before you hit the beach, or cooking a large dinner for family and friends.

Dining Room

The Kitchen flows beautifully into the Monocacy’s Dining Room. This space is perfect for formal or informal dining with its open layout and central location!

Great Room

The Monocacy’s expansive Great Room is equally fit for entertaining friends and neighbors, enjoying family game night or relaxing with a good book by the fireplace. The open design and dramatic look of the Great Room is due in part to its 10’ coffered ceiling and luxe corner fireplace. These are only two of the many features to love within this beautifully crafted home!

Owner’s Suite

The Owner’s Suite is set apart from the rest of the Monocacy with an open bedroom, spacious walk-in closet and deluxe Owner’s Bath. The Owner’s Bedroom features a grand tray ceiling with the option to add a sitting area for even more space! Attached to the bedroom, the Owner’s Bath includes an oversized shower and optional double bowl vanity. Then consider the sizable linen closet and spacious walk-in closet and there is no question that the Owner’s Suite has ample storage space for all of your beach home needs!

Living Room or Study (optional)

Complete the first floor of your Coastal Villa with a sophisticated Study or Living Room for additional space! This additional room is just one example of the many ways each and every homeowner can customize the Monocacy’s floor plan to fit their unique needs.

Upper Level Living: the Loft & Additional Bedrooms

The Monocacy’s upper level is complete with an open loft, and two additional bedrooms, a full bath and an optional third bedroom or hobby room for even more space.

Check out the Monocacy’s floor plan on our website for more information and additional floor plan options, along with our Model Home Virtual Tour of the Monocacy on YouTube.

Bayside offers new homes with the perfect mix of comfort and luxury—complete with the best amenities around and situated in an ideal location. With all these reasons and many more, if you are looking to buy a second home in Delaware, Bayside is the clear choice! Check out our Monocacy model, along with Bayside’s entire selection of new homes by NVHomes, Schell Brothers, Echelon Custom Homes and Marnie Custom Beach Homes today!

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6 Ways to Decorate a Beach Home

Spring is the perfect time to refresh and redecorate your home – after the dreariness of winter, there’s no better way to brighten up your home than with a new interior design theme. If you own a coastal home, decoration inspiration can be found everywhere – including in our model homes from NVHomes and Schell Brothers!

If you’re considering redecorating your coastal home this spring, here are a few examples of classic coastal looks, found in our model homes here at Bayside:

Lively Living Rooms

Many classic coastal homes pack a lively punch of color with their unique combination of art, decor and furniture selection. Leisurely areas like the Sanibel’s Recreation Room (pictured above) are perfect for this sort of design!

Bright White Great Rooms

As you can see in the Monocacy’s Great Room (pictured above), a room with a predominately white color palette can have quite the dramatic effect when paired with a few eye-catching throw pillows and art pieces. This clean, classic style is a must for any coastal home.

Bold Blue Bedrooms

Bedrooms like the Monocacy’s (pictured above) are sure to impress your neighbors or guests with their seaside motifs and deep blue accents. Also consider incorporating a few seashell-patterned fabrics and coral decor to create the perfect coastal bedroom for a family member or guest!

Add Texture & Patterns

Incorporating nautical-inspired patterns into a coastal home is truly a timeless coastal trademark. These nautical-inspired textures found in our Cypress Point model home are sure to give you the subtle coastal touch you’ve been looking for!

Bold Deck Decor

Bold deck decor is yet another hallmark of classic coastal homes. As you can see here in our Sanibel model home, bold patterned and deep blue deck furniture is a must to fully enjoy the relaxing seaside air found in our beautiful community here at Bayside!

When in Doubt, Anchors Away!

A nautical theme is a no-brainer when it comes to decorating a coastal home. Pairing sea-worthy decor with a few nautical patterns can have quite a dramatic coastal effect—as you can see here in our Sanibel model home with its playful patterns, rich reds and tranquil blues!

From polished and sophisticated to rustic and casual, as you can see there are a number of ways to create your very own coastal style in your new Bayside home! Check out our entire collection of coastal homes today.

SOURCE: Coastal Living

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A breathtaking (and snowy) view of The Point and the #OceanCity skyline, taken by one of our Bayside residents. #snow #winterwonderland

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Benefits of Living in a Waterfront Community in Delaware

Living in a community near the beach is nice, but do you know what is even better? Living in a community that is on the water at the beach. What makes living in a waterfront community on the Delaware beaches so special you may ask? Here are a few of the many benefits of living in a waterfront community in Delaware:

The Views

An obvious point, but it has to be said—waterfront views are unlike any other! Wouldn’t you love to wake up in a community like this every day?

Water Privileges

Feel up for a family kayaking trip, canoeing or paddle boarding? At waterfront communities like Bayside all of these fun-filled water activities are only a short walk away! Fishing, crabbing, kayaking and paddle boarding–just steps outside your door.

It Makes Great Amenities Out of This World!

The Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course is an amazing, award-winning golf course on its own, but when you add in the ponds and its waterfront location—the Jack Nicklaus Signature golfing experience truly can’t be beat!

The Cove Bar & Grille offers residents the perfect spot to dine and mingle with friends. The Cove is already a Bayside-favorite, but the stunning lake views found from the outdoor seating make it even better as you can see, rain or shine!

The Seaside Design of the Homes

Waterfront communities tend to tailor the design of their homes to the seaside community around them–and Bayside is no exception! The homes in our thriving coastal community boast unique, stunning designs with open floor plans and luxury coastal features, like you can see here in Schell Brothers’ Sanibel model! Check out our entire collection beach homes here.

It Can Be Beneficial For Your Health

It’s no secret that living in a waterfront community is a ton of fun, but did you know that Living Near the Ocean Can Be Beneficial Towards Your Health? It’s true! The fresh, ocean air is refreshing and the atmosphere just seems to melt your stress away. One of our favorite spots to relax is down at the Point, taking in the beautiful Ocean City skyline.

Unique Waterfront Amenities

Unique waterfront amenities like The Point are one of the best benefits of living in a Waterfront Community—and one of the many reasons we’re sure you will fall in love with Bayside! The Point features a screened pavilion—perfect for casual gatherings and events, kayak storage area and pier—perfect for relaxing and enjoying the beautiful Ocean City Skyline.

The miles of jogging and nature trails that wind through Bayside are yet another exciting benefit to Bayside Life—and these trails are even more beautiful with their views of the water! Check out the Waterfront Wonders page on our website for additional information on The Point, along with a complete map of Bayside’s jogging and nature trails.

From the health benefits and picturesque surroundings to the stunning coastal homes and unique amenities—waterfront communities simply can’t be beat. Play in the sand, relax with a book, golf with friends or soak up the sun–the choice is yours here at Bayside!

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Spring 2015: Buying a New Home in Delaware

The spring season is often touted as the best time of the year to purchase a new home. And typically, this sentiment rings true – prospective homebuyers are itching to get out and tour newly built models after a long winter. Of course, the warm and sunny weather doesn’t hurt either!

Local experts and real estate professionals in coastal Delaware are hoping for a similarly successful 2015 spring season in our region. Freddie Mac’s most recent Multi-Indicator Market Index (MiMi) showed a nationally stabilizing housing market, with Delaware listed as one of the most improved states, month-over-month.

Fox Business also lists several reasons pointing to why 2015 will be a better year to buy a new home, mentioning lower rates and optimal pricing. It’s no wonder so many families have already pegged 2015 the year to move to a new community. Better yet, by choosing a coastal getaway in a beach community like Bayside!

Here at Bayside, we have several home models garnering attention for their classic seaside exteriors and innovative floorplans. Homebuyers interested in any type of home will find their fit with our available single-family, villa and townhome models offered by NVHomes (townhomes and single-family homes and Schell Brothers (villas and single-family homes). The opportunity for a custom home by Echelon Custom Homes or Marnie Custom Beach Homes is also present, adding to the diversity of our beach community.

The coastal amenities at Bayside are equally as impressive as the new homes, providing residents with access to pools, walking trails, The Point and an abundance of green space. Our community is even home to the first-ever Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course in Delaware! Arriving in 2016 is the new Indoor Pool & Fitness Center, defining Bayside as an all-inclusive year-round resort community.

Imagine all of this in a location that simply can’t be beat – Fenwick Island, Delaware – and you’ll find the Bayside community! This spring season presents an incredible opportunity for homebuyers to experience a truly unique beach lifestyle. With plenty of excitement for the upcoming spring and summer seasons, we can’t wait to see our newest homebuyers fall in love with Bayside!

Source: National Mortgage Professional Magazine

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Top 5 Reasons to Love Fenwick Island

Fenwick Island is a small area – 320 total acres, to be exact – that is nestled between Maryland’s Ocean City and Delaware’s Bethany Beach, and isn’t technically an island. If you weren’t familiar with the area, you might assume that there’s not much to do or see in this small coastal crown – but you would be mistaken!

Fenwick Island is truly a hidden gem of the Delaware shore. Geographically speaking, it’s a small area – but there sure is a lot to love about Fenwick Island, including the following!:

Beautiful Delaware shore. The pristine Fenwick Island beach is technically a state park, and there’s plenty of room for you to spread your beach towel and spend all day in the sun and sand – even in the busiest summer months! And if you decide to take a dip in the ocean, you’ll be swimming in water that was ranked number one in the country for water quality by the National Resources Defense Council.

Friendly neighbors. Fenwick Island is a close-knit community, and becoming a part of it means not only having new neighbors, but new friends as well. This camaraderie is especially evident in Bayside, where neighbors not only become friends, but they become family.

Excellent local cuisine. Fenwick Island is a haven for foodies, with a variety of incredible dining options to suit your every mood and taste. For such a small area, Fenwick Island is chock full of excellent restaurants, and of course, our Bayside residents don’t even have to leave the community for an excellent casual dining experience at The Cove Bar & Grille!

Relaxing atmosphere. When you come to Fenwick Island, you can’t help but relax and let all of your worries drift away. Maybe it’s the salty breeze coming from the Atlantic, or maybe it’s the peace and quiet you’ll find in our quaint coastal town, but one thing is for sure – you won’t find a more relaxing spot on the Delaware shore than Fenwick Island!

Small town charm. There’s an undeniable and unique charm about Fenwick Island, and it’s evident the first time you spend time in our beach town. It’s a culmination of all the above factors, but also an intangible aspect – after spending a summer day in Fenwick Island, you just know it’s special.

Of course, we might be a little biased, but we’d have to say that the very best thing about Fenwick Island is our Bayside community! We truly believe that our expansive amenities and new homes allow for our residents to experience beautiful Fenwick Island in the best way possible.

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We're so glad that #Santa could stop by our Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course to play a round of 18 during his busiest time of year!

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Buying a New Home in DE During "Off-Season"

While the summer months are often touted as the season to do many things, that doesn’t always mean it’s the only season. In fact, where home buying is concerned, the colder months can present various opportunities and benefits for shoppers that aren’t always readily available.

‘Off-season’ house hunting in regions like coastal Delaware, where the focus mainly falls on warm beach outings, can spell out a relaxing and enjoyable home buying experience – even more so at our Bayside community!

One of the primary reasons for this might be because the volume of shoppers is typically reduced (but not always!). This could make for less competition, plenty of options to choose from, and more time to find that perfect beach community home. Our diverse selection of new homes for sale at Bayside, just minutes to Fenwick Island and the Delaware beaches, includes townhomes by NVHomes, single-family homes and villas by Schell Brothers, and even custom home options by Marnie Custom Beach Homes and Echelon Custom Homes for those who so desire. Starting in 2015, NVHomes will also be offering their unique villa and single-family home models in the Bayside community, broadening our already impressive selection of homes.

Also making its way to the Bayside community next year will be our NEW Indoor Pool & Fitness Center – featuring a heated 25-meter indoor pool, hot tubs, saunas, fitness area for training and locker rooms complete with showers. There’s no doubt this new Bayside attraction will be a popular one throughout the entire year, especially helping residents to stay warm and fit during the chilliest of winter weather!

Here at Bayside, we can’t wait to see what the season will bring, along with the New Year. This is a great time to choose a newly built single-family home, townhome, villa, or custom home in a community that only keeps growing with happy families! So, stop by our Sales & Information Center to learn more about our wonderful neighborhood and how you, too, can enjoy the Bayside lifestyle!

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Wine cork reindeer - what a great holiday craft idea! Spotted in the Sun Ridge Recreation Center at Bayside. #holidaycraft #winecork #crafty