Nestled just a stone’s throw from the pristine sands of Bethany Beach, and a quick jaunt to the natural beauty of James Farm Preserve, lies a stunning sanctuary in the serene neighborhood of Marlin Chase, Ocean View, DE. This exquisite 3-bedroom, one-level home plus study/home office is the embodiment of luxury living intertwined with nature. As you step inside, a light-filled, open, and generous foyer welcomes you, setting the stage for a home designed with seamless flow in mind. Just off the foyer, you find double glass French doors revealing a dedicated study—an ideal retreat for work or creative pursuits. The foyer opens to the open kitchen/living/dining area, where you will be wowed by the high ceilings and fireplace that add a touch of grandeur to your everyday life. The extra-large primary suite acts as a personal sanctuary. Its bath is a haven of tranquility, featuring a beautifully tiled oversized shower and a jetted tub, perfect for unwinding. Meanwhile, a second bedroom with an en-suite bath ensures family and guests enjoy ultimate privacy and comfort. A third light and bright bedroom sits just off the main foyer and adjacent to the third full bath, offering privacy and convenience. For the culinary enthusiast, the Chef’s kitchen is a marvel of high-end design, complete with full overlay Melrose maple cabinets and GE Monogram stainless appliances. The 36-inch brass burner gas range and hood invite gourmet cooking, while the powerful GE Monogram microwave offers convenience. Entertain with ease around the large quartz center island or in the dining area, both offering stunning water views as a backdrop. Extend your entertaining outdoors to a beautiful brick patio that stretches beyond a spacious screened porch, providing full views of the serene pond. The fenced backyard is a private retreat, a place to savor your morning coffee or unwind after a long day while observing the wildlife in their natural habitat. This serene environment offers an escape from the hustle and bustle, blending luxury and nature seamlessly. Marlin Chase includes an outdoor pool with pool house and grill station, pickleball courts, community garden, tot lot/playground, and fenced dog park area. Common area maintenance: landscaping, irrigation, road maintenance, sidewalks, streetlights, snow removal (main roads, not driveways), pond with fountains, and trash removal are included in your low monthly fee. This well-designed home includes homeIQ smart living with the Smart Home Command Center, allowing you to control a variety of items from lights to thermostats to entry doors. The encapsulated conditioned crawl space offers added protection, keeping your home safe, dry, and energy efficient. This home is a blend of elegance and tranquility, offering a lifestyle of comfort and sophistication—a place where memories are made, and dreams are realized.