EAST OF ROUTE 1 MUST-SEE IN COVEY CREEK! This beautifully kept 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath Colonial retreat, perfectly situated on a lush 0.35-acre corner lot in the sought-after Covey Creek, is ready to be made yours. Offering a highly desirable East of Rt. 1 location within the Cape Henlopen School District, this home features a thoughtfully designed layout perfect for modern coastal living. The main level serves as the heart of the home, highlighted by a sophisticated living room with rich Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, custom built-ins, and a cozy gas fireplace. Culinary enthusiasts will appreciate the updated country kitchen, which boasts granite countertops, a functional center island, stainless steel appliances, and a bright breakfast nook. For ultimate convenience, the first floor also hosts a primary suite complete with a walk-in closet and an en-suite bath featuring a walk-in shower. The second level provides ample space for family and guests with 4 additional bedrooms, all featuring beautiful hardwood flooring and ceiling fans, as well as 2 full baths. Your living space extends outdoors to a peaceful enclosed screened porch, perfect for enjoying bug-free summer evenings, and an extensive rear paver patio designed for alfresco dining. The beautifully landscaped exterior includes a fenced rear yard for privacy, a 2-car attached garage, and a refreshing outside shower for rinsing off after a day at the beach. This property provides a rare opportunity to secure a true Covey Creek gem with a low annual HOA fee - all just minutes from downtown Lewes and Cape Henlopen State Park.