This distinctive, traditional-style home seamlessly combines timeless elegance with modern amenities and is nestled on 3.2 acres of professionally landscaped grounds, adjacent to 15 acres of The Nature Conservancy’s open space. Offering 8 bedrooms or 5 separate bedroom suites, each with a full bath, the property includes a highly desirable and spacious first-floor primary suite featuring a sitting area and three walk-in closets. The main level is thoughtfully designed with a living room boasting built-ins and a gas fireplace, a formal dining room, an office with custom built-ins, and a chef’s kitchen equipped with a gas range, double wall ovens, granite countertops, and breakfast areas. Additional main-level conveniences include an additional bedroom and full guest bath, a laundry room, and expansive, sun-filled rooms with ample windows for natural light. The second level provides 5 generously sized bedrooms, one of which has its own private staircase, perfect for flexible living arrangements. The lower level is designed for entertaining and recreation, offering a family room with a gas fireplace, a game room complete with billiards, a 2nd kitchen with direct pool access, a powder room, a changing room, a wet bar, an exercise area, and abundant storage. The outdoor space creates a true oasis, featuring a fenced swimming pool surrounded by extensive hardscaping, a fire pit, and a serene koi pond. Parking and additional workspace are abundant with an attached 3-car garage and a detached 3-car garage with a generously sized second level, ideal for a variety of uses. Notable upgrades include a geothermal HVAC system servicing three levels of the home, a 2019 HVAC system for the in-law suite, and hardwood flooring throughout the majority of the home, complemented by generous crown molding. Located in the heart of picturesque Greenville, this property offers convenient access to major cities and is minutes away from premier shopping, dining, and renowned local attractions such as Fieldstone Golf Club, Wilmington Country Club, Greenville Country Club, Mt. Cuba Center, Winterthur, and Longwood Gardens. This exceptional property truly offers the best of location, luxury, and lifestyle. * * Showings begin on Saturday, 12/7 * *
Single-familyProperty Type
1966Year Built
3 acresLot Size
$315Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
6 garage spacesParking
Listed by Heather Guerke• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
•302-351-5000 (broker)
•maggie@lnf.com (broker)
Bought with Victoria Dickinson• Patterson-Schwartz - Greenville
In a community comprised of remarkable homes, this property proves that first impressions count. At seemingly every turn, this custom residence offers captivating details, many of which blend the formal and informal and the interior with the exterior. Immediately, visitors feel a sense of expansiveness, beginning with the foyer which features extra wide openings to the family room and dining room. Rich hardwood flooring and elegant moldings link the spacious rooms. Spend time with family and friends in the inviting family room with fireplace, built-ins, and walls of windows overlooking the rear yard and pool. The gourmet kitchen is truly the heart of the home. Cooks will love the gas range, double wall ovens, granite countertops, top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, and two separate serving areas. Two sets of sliding glass doors lead to a brick paver patio with fire pit and Koi pond, with steps to the stunning pool which overlooks a 15-acre field owned by Delaware Nature Conservancy. A truly private oasis, with endless options for outdoor entertaining. Conveniently located on the main level, the sprawling owner’s suite is sure to impress. This relaxing haven features two walk-in closets, two beautifully updated full baths, and private sitting room. Formal dining room, study with built-ins, powder room, and laundry room complete the main level. Upstairs on the main wing of the house, there are four additional bedrooms, one with an en-suite bathroom, while the other two share an adjoining bathroom. One of the bedrooms is currently being used as a craft room, and has it’s own staircase so it could make a wonderful Au-pair suite. There is an additional upper level wing of the house which includes two bedrooms and a full bathroom. Indeed, there is no lack of space in this home as it also includes a finished walk-out lower level with kitchenette, recreation area, billiards room, and powder room. Owners paid just as much attention to the outside as they did to the inside of this home! A detached garage was constructed in 2008 with matching garage doors, and pool was re-plastered and decorative tile installed in 2016. Other updates include HVAC system for 3 main levels of home converted to geothermal system, new gas HVAC system for in-law suite installed 2019, and all exposed exterior wood siding and trim vinyl wrapped. Surrounded by Greenville’s stunning landscape, Owls Nest remains one of the areas most prized communities, and this home is a jewel in its crown.
BRIGHT MLS #DENC138206
Jul 30, 2004
Sold
$1,625,000
$241/sq ft
Apr 22, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Apr 19, 2004
Listed
$1,625,000
$241/sq ft
+1
Distinctive Traditional Style Home With 21st Century Amenities. Property Sits On 3.2 Professionally Landscaped Acres Adjacent To Brandywine Conservancy Open Space. The House Has 8 Bedrooms Or 5 Separate Bedroom Suites With Full Baths, Including The Much- Sought-After 1st Floor Master Suite With Sitting Room. Living, Dining, Office, Kitchen, Breakfast Areas, Laundry Room And Guest Bath Complete The 1st Level. Large Rooms, Numerous Windows - Light And Bright. 2nd Level Includes 4 Additional Bedroom Suites, All With Separate Full Baths. Lower Level Features Family And Game Rooms, Kitchen, Bath, Foyer And Changing Areas Which Flow Out To The Pool. Storage Abounds With Mechanical Room, Separate Multiple Storage Areas And Dark Room For Photography. Improvements To All Systems And Spaces Have Continued Over The Owners' Past 22 Years In Residence! Owner Is A Licensed Real Estate Agent.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,642 (−14.4%)
$312,000 + $1,128,700
$1,440,700
2024
$14,772 (+13.4%)
$312,000 + $1,128,700
$1,440,700
2023
$13,032 (−1.2%)
$75,000 + $324,800
$399,800
2022
$13,187
$75,000 + $324,800
$399,800
2021
$13,185 (−0.2%)
$75,000 + $324,800
$399,800
2019
$13,208 (+2.0%)
$75,000 + $324,800
$399,800
2018
$12,945 (+1.2%)
$75,000 + $324,800
$399,800
2017
$12,787 (+4.7%)
$75,000 + $324,800
$399,800
2016
$12,212 (+6.7%)
$75,000 + $324,800
$399,800
2015
$11,442 (+8.1%)
$75,000 + $324,800
$399,800
2014
$10,589 (+1.3%)
$75,000 + $324,800
$399,800
2013
$10,451 (+4.3%)
$75,000 + $324,800
$399,800
2012
$10,023
$75,000 + $324,800
$399,800
Tax history for 207 Haystack Ln
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,642 (−14.4%)
$312,000 + $1,128,700
$1,440,700
2024
$14,772 (+13.4%)
$312,000 + $1,128,700
$1,440,700
2023
$13,032 (−1.2%)
$75,000 + $324,800
$399,800
2022
$13,187
$75,000 + $324,800
$399,800
2021
$13,185 (−0.2%)
$75,000 + $324,800
$399,800
2019
$13,208 (+2.0%)
$75,000 + $324,800
$399,800
2018
$12,945 (+1.2%)
$75,000 + $324,800
$399,800
2017
$12,787 (+4.7%)
$75,000 + $324,800
$399,800
2016
$12,212 (+6.7%)
$75,000 + $324,800
$399,800
2015
$11,442 (+8.1%)
$75,000 + $324,800
$399,800
2014
$10,589 (+1.3%)
$75,000 + $324,800
$399,800
2013
$10,451 (+4.3%)
$75,000 + $324,800
$399,800
2012
$10,023
$75,000 + $324,800
$399,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
8
Baths
7.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
6,750
Year built
1966
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Castle County
APN
0701100006
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 3
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access