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505 Hemlock Dr, 
Hockessin, DE 19707

$749,900


4

Beds


4

Baths


3,440

Sq Ft


Single Family


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Listed by

Allison Michelle Fehnel

Patterson-Schwartz-Hockessin, 3022393000, realinfo@psre.com

Last updated:

November 3, 2026, 01:07 AM

MLS#

DENC2113372

Source:

BRIGHTMLS

About This Home

505 Hemlock Dr

Welcome to 505 Hemlock Drive, a truly special mid-century modern ranch on 2.4 acres in the Skyline Orchard community of Hockessin. Tucked away towards the back of the neighborhood and surrounded by mature trees, this one of a kind ranch home offers privacy and natural beauty. This property feels like a private sanctuary away from the everyday hustle. Step inside and discover a home thoughtfully designed to embrace its picturesque setting. The galley style kitchen features abundant cabinetry, a Wolfe range with hood, and a 10ft butcher block island, providing generous space for gatherings. The breakfast nook offers peaceful views of the front landscape, creating the perfect seat to enjoy your morning coffee. A separate formal dining room provides additional space for entertaining, with direct access to a side deck for effortless indoor outdoor living. The spacious main living room is a true architectural highlight, featuring a dramatic A-frame ceiling, step down living room with fireplace, and stunning floor-to-ceiling windows. Natural light fills the space, while access to the rear deck creates a stunning view of the landscape. Also on the main level is a hallway with generous closet space, a half bath and the primary bedroom with a full bath, multiple closets and a dark room with sink, which could easily been converted to a walk in closet. An open L-shaped staircase leads to the expansive lower level, where there's a second living area with large windows, fireplace and access to the lower deck and rear yard. This level also features three additional bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a hallway lined with closets, a separate utility room with laundry and additional storage space. Beyond its architectural beauty and peaceful surroundings, 505 Hemlock Drive holds a truly special history. For 28 years, this home was the setting for "Diana's Distinctive Dining," where the late homeowner and culinary enthusiast Diana Leitch shared her passion for cooking through classes inspired by her extensive travels and formal culinary training in Switzerland and France, including the renowned Le Cordon Bleu in Paris. A place where food, friendship, and creativity came together. 505 Hemlock has been featured in both House Beautiful and Delaware Today Magazines! Outside is where this property truly comes to life. The 2.4-acre setting is a nature lover's dream, with towering mature trees, a gently babbling creek, a storage barn, and multiple areas to relax and reconnect with the natural surroundings. Whether you are enjoying a quiet morning listening to the birds, watching the seasons change through the expansive windows, or spending an evening on the deck surrounded by the sounds of nature, every day here offers an opportunity to slow down and appreciate the beauty around you. Backing to the scenic grounds of Ashland Nature Center, this exceptional property offers a peaceful, tucked away setting while remaining conveniently located near Route 41 for easy access to surrounding communities, Delaware's tax free shopping and dining. 505 Hemlock Drive is waiting for its next chapter, don't let this opportunity get away.

Home Facts

Single Family

4 Baths

4 Bedrooms

Built in 1968

Subdivision & Development:

SKYLINE ORCHARD

Price Summary

749,900

$217 per Sq. Ft.

MLS #:

DENC2113372

Last Updated:

November 3, 2026, 01:07 AM

Added:

3 day(s) ago


Rooms & Interior

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms:

4

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms:

4

Full Bathrooms:

3

Interior

Living Area:

3,440 Sq. Ft.


Structure

Structure

Architectural Style:

Contemporary

Building Area:

3,440 Sq. Ft.

Year Built:

1968


Lot

Lot Size (Sq. Ft):

104,544


Finances & Disclosures

Finances

Price:

$749,900

Price per Sq. Ft:

$217 per Sq. Ft.

Source:BRIGHTMLS
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