558 Pilottown Rd, Lewes, DE 19958
What's special
WATERFRONT HOME - ROOTED IN HISTORY Experience the brilliant evolution of "The Light Keeper’s House," an impeccably restored 1850s treasure on historic Pilottown Road. This architectural masterpiece seamlessly blends luxury and history, and includes the canal front parcel directly across the street complete with five private boat slips and wide-open scenic views. Thoughtfully renovated through the centuries and perfected in 2004, the residence retains its soul with preserved random-width heart pine floors and authentic exposed beams, while introducing two soaring additions that flood the home with natural light through vaulted ceilings and skylights. The interior is a masterclass in coastal sophistication, centered around a gourmet chef’s kitchen equipped with a Wolf 6-burner professional range, premium stainless appliances, and a striking emerald-tiled backsplash. Elegant entertaining flows from the formal dining room, anchored by a massive white-washed masonry fireplace, to the sun-drenched sun room featuring classic terracotta hex-tile flooring and panoramic views. A fully equipped butler’s pantry with a wine cooler and additional prep space ensures seamless hosting for gatherings of any size. The grand living spaces are defined by impeccable craftsmanship, including added crown moldings, wide baseboards, and a stately brick fireplace in the Great Room. Upstairs, the expansive double-decker porches offer a front-row seat to the salt air and the gentle rhythm of the canal. The lifestyle continues outdoors in the amazingly lush, oversized backyard & curated gardens, creating a private sanctuary that is a rare find in the heart of Lewes. This is a peerless offering where historic charm meets modern luxury in one of the absolute best locations in Delaware. From the professional-grade culinary heart of the home to the five private slips waiting for your fleet, every detail of this property has been polished to perfection. Don’t miss this chance to own a piece of maritime history in the first town of the first state!
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Family Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Lee Ann Wilkinson 302-645-6664,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty 3026456661,
Listing Team: The Lee Ann Wilkinson Group
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Library, Foyer, Sun/Florida Room, Great Room, Laundry, Other, Office, Media Room, Bonus Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath, Additional Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Balcony Access, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Other
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Other
- Features: Balcony Access, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Features: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Flooring - Tile/Brick, Double Sink
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Built-in Features, Flooring - Tile/Brick, Fireplace - Gas
- Level: Main
Foyer
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Upper
Other
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Great room
- Features: Built-in Features, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood, Skylight(s)
- Level: Main
Half bath
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Half bath
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Granite Counters, Flooring - Tile/Brick, Kitchen - Propane Cooking, Skylight(s)
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Main
Library
- Features: Built-in Features, Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Gas
- Level: Main
Media room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Office
- Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Other
- Features: Granite Counters, Flooring - HardWood, Wet Bar
- Level: Main
Screened porch
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
Other
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump, Zoned, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Ice Maker, Oven, Six Burner Stove, Washer, Water Heater, Microwave, Central Vacuum, Dryer, Double Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Attic, Breakfast Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Ceiling Fan(s), Double/Dual Staircase, Floor Plan - Traditional, Primary Bath(s), Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-in Features, Butlers Pantry, Crown Molding, Dining Area, Exposed Beams, Kitchen - Gourmet, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Bar, Other, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Tile/Brick, Carpet, Hardwood, Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane, Brick, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,130
- Total interior livable area: 4,596 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,596
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Driveway, Off Street, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened, Screened Porch
- Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape, Chimney Cap(s), Storage, Stone Retaining Walls, Underground Lawn Sprinkler, Balcony
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canal, Water, Panoramic, Garden
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Canal,Water
- Waterfront features: Private Dock Site, Canal, Personal Watercraft (PWC), Private Access, Boat - Powered
- Body of water: Lewes Rehoboth Canal
- Frontage length: Road Frontage: 62,Water Frontage Ft: 62
Lot
- Size: 0.41 Acres
- Dimensions: 62.22 x 219.05 x 60.94 x 215.96
- Features: Bulkheaded, Landscaped, Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Additional parcels included: Canal Front Lot with Dock (TMP: 33504.1990.00); measuring 62.75 x 57.86 x 62.22 x 71.30. The lots together total 17,891 sqft
- Parcel number: 33504.1851.00
- Zoning: TN
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Coastal
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stick Built, Cedar, Shake Siding
- Foundation: Block, Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle,Metal
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1850
- Major remodel year: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lewes
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $869/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $833,400
- Annual tax amount: $3,527
- Date on market: 2/12/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: Dining Room Chandelier, Black Chandelier In Back Stairway Leading To 2nd Floor, Primary Bedroom Curtains, Tesla Charger In Garage
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/11/2026 | Contingent | $3,995,000$869/sqft |
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| 6/26/2026 | Price change | $3,995,000-7%$869/sqft |
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| 4/21/2026 | Price change | $4,295,000-6.5%$935/sqft |
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| 3/22/2026 | Price change | $4,595,000-5.3%$1,000/sqft |
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| 2/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,850,000+155.3%$1,055/sqft |
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| 8/28/2019 | Sold | $1,900,000-4.5%$413/sqft |
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| 6/3/2019 | Pending sale | $1,989,500$433/sqft |
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| 5/29/2019 | Listed for sale | $1,989,500-5%$433/sqft |
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| 8/17/2018 | Listing removed | $2,095,000$456/sqft |
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| 3/28/2018 | Listed for sale | $2,095,000$456/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,760 -26.4% | $416,700 +759.2% |
| 2024 | $2,391 +0.1% | $48,500 |
| 2023 | $2,388 +3.6% | $48,500 |
| 2022 | $2,305 +0.9% | $48,500 |
| 2021 | $2,284 +0.3% | $48,500 |
| 2020 | $2,277 | $48,500 |
| 2019 | $2,277 +9.5% | $48,500 |
| 2018 | $2,080 +7.8% | $48,500 |
| 2017 | $1,930 +14.4% | $48,500 |
| 2016 | $1,687 +5.4% | $48,500 |
| 2015 | $1,601 +9.3% | $48,500 |
| 2014 | $1,465 +2.8% | $48,500 |
| 2013 | $1,425 +0.5% | $48,500 |
| 2012 | $1,418 +10.6% | $48,500 |
| 2011 | $1,282 | $48,500 |
| 2010 | $1,282 -2.8% | $48,500 |
| 2009 | $1,318 | $48,500 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$3,631,300
$3.45M - $3.81M
$3,312/mo
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