A jewel in the crown of chateau country
Set 4 miles northwest of Wilmington, the community of Greenville is the heart of what many refer to as “chateau country”: a rolling section of land filled with trees, streams and some of the area’s most exclusive houses. Monica Hill, a 25-year veteran with RE/MAX Associates-Wilmington, calls it “the jewel in the crown of this area.” She says: “It’s gorgeous land. And Greenville capitalizes on that.” Home to some of the more well-heeled residents of Delaware, this community has earned a reputation for natural beauty and exclusive luxury amenities.
Modern castles in New Castle County
Among the hills and streams northwest of the state capital, the carefully manicured landscape of Greenville is filled with sprawling homes, each often sitting on multi-acre parcels of land. Houses are generally at least 2,000 square feet, and many come with full yards, open floor plans and in-ground pools. Various architectural styles exist, but Colonial variants, including Dutch, stone, and neo-Colonial, are the most widely preferred. Mid-century Modern homes begin in the high $800,000s, with brick Colonials reaching $1.9 million. A historic Colonial estate with carriage house on 8 acres of land will run at $3.7 million. Residents of these homes enjoy long, private driveways and the absence of sidewalks, which heightens their privacy.
Some of the best schools in Delaware
Students in Greenville might begin at Brandywine Springs School, which scores an A-minus on Niche, before attending Alexis I. du Pont Middle School, which has a C-plus. Finally, they can enroll at Alexis I. du Pont High School, which maintains a B. The area is also home to prestigious private schools, including A-plus ranked Tower Hill School, the #1 Best Private K12 School in Delaware and the #2 Best Private High School in Delaware according to Niche.
Scenery on Hoopes Reservoir
Established along the Hoopes Reservoir, Valley Garden Park is known for its landscaped foliage, colorful ornamental trees and peaceful waterways. Once the summer home of T. Coleman du Pont, the area has been repurposed into a popular spot for picnics, nature watching and photography.
Pizzas named Elizabeth
With an extensive wine list and over 20 specialty pizzas named after famous Elizabeths, Pizza by Elizabeths offers a casually elegant answer to grabbing a slice of pie. For fresh produce, flowers and other groceries, residents can visit Janssens Market, a fine food establishment that’s served the Wilmington area since 1952. “There’s wonderful dining, cool little shops, art museums, golf courses, private county clubs, wineries, microbreweries. It’s all there for you,” says Hill.
Easy access to Wilmington and Philadelphia
Bordering Greenville on the south, Route 141 offers convenient access to downtown Wilmington, while nearby Interstate 295 will get commuters to Philadelphia, located 35 miles northeast.
Horse races at Winterthur
Held annually at the Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library, the Point-to-Point Steeplechase has been a local favorite since its inception in 1978. Horserace fans from all over the East Coast attend for a day of tailgating, pageantry and speedy competition.
Photography Contributed By
Conner Baker
