2578 WILLIAMSVILLE ROAD, HOUSTON, DE 19954

$899,000

Rare 46-Acre Estate with Ranch Home - Your Private Sanctuary Awaits Experience the ultimate in privacy and versatility on this exceptional 46-acre wooded estate tucked along a private drive in Houston, Delaware. This remarkable property offers endless possibilities - whether you envision a peaceful homestead with livestock, a hunter's paradise… Read More teeming with deer, turkey, quail, and small game, or a savvy investment opportunity with subdivision potential. Set far back from the road surrounded by mature woodland, this is your chance to own a true country retreat with complete freedom and no HOA restrictions. Two additional adjoining 1.1-acre lots are also available for sale, offering even greater expansion possibilities. The 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom ranch home features quality construction with 2x6 wall framing and 2x8 roof framing, along with a thoughtful split floor plan that balances comfort and functionality. The heart of the home is a spacious kitchen with a center island that flows seamlessly into the great room, perfect for gathering and entertaining. Cozy up by the wood stove in the inviting living room, or step out onto the deck off the kitchen to enjoy your private woodland views. The primary suite offers a true retreat with a large attached bathroom and generous walk-in closet, while two additional good-sized bedrooms and a hall bathroom provide ample space for guests. Recent updates include a new roof installed in 2025 and a water heater replaced in 2022, offering peace of mind for years to come. Beyond the home, the property truly shines with its versatile outbuildings and land. A detached 3-car garage provides ample space for vehicles and toys, while a large run-in shed offers perfect accommodations for equipment storage or livestock. The expansive acreage gives you room to farm, raise livestock including horses, chickens, goats, or cows, or simply enjoy the solitude of your own private woodland. Hunters and nature lovers alike will appreciate the abundant wildlife, and those with entrepreneurial vision will recognize the subdivision potential this rare parcel offers. Located just 5 miles from Milford's vibrant downtown filled with great shops and restaurants, minutes from Blairs Pond Park, Abbott's Mill Nature Center, and Killens Pond State Park, and a short drive to Delaware's public beaches and the new Bayhealth Milford Hospital, you'll enjoy country living without sacrificing convenience. This is more than a property - it's a lifestyle opportunity. Whether you're seeking a forever homestead, an investment with future potential, or your own private hunting retreat, this 46-acre estate delivers space, freedom, and possibilities that rarely come to market. Call today to learn more! *The outline shown is just for illustration and shouldn't be considered an actual survey. Read Less

Courtesy of Shawn McDonnell, Jack Lingo - Lewes 302-645-2207

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Feb 11, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residential

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

2,016

Lot Size

46.83 Acres

Year Built

1997

MLS Number

DEKT2044072

Additional Details

Property Access

Road Responsibility: State, Public

Building

Built in 1997, Living area: 2016, Levels: 1, Construction Materials: Stick Built, Vinyl Siding

Cooling

Central A/C

Doors

Sliding Glass, Insulated

Accessibility Features

2+ Access Exits, 32"+ wide Doors, Level Entry - Main

Exterior Features

Patio/Porch Features: Deck(s), Outbuilding(s)

Fireplaces

1 fireplace, Wood

Floors

Laminate Plank, Carpet, Ceramic Tile

Foundation

Crawl Space

Garage

3 spaces

Heating

Forced Air

Interior Features

Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Country, Kitchen - Eat-In, Stove - Wood, Walk-in Closet(s)

Lot

46.83 acres, Private, Trees/Wooded, Unrestricted

Parking

Circular Driveway, Crushed Stone

Property

Very Good, Other structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Trees/Woods

Roof

Architectural Shingle

Security Features

24 hour security, Exterior Cameras, Motion Detectors, Security System, Surveillance Sys

Sewer

No Septic Approved, No Septic System, No Sewer System

Taxes

Annual Amount: $1,958, Year: 2025, Zoning: AR

Utilities

Water Source: Well, 200+ Amp Service, 220 Volts

Windows

Storm

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