The Courtyards at Brandywine - Wilmington, DE

The Courtyards at Brandywine is a 55+ community by McKee Builders in Wilmington, Delaware. The elegant carriage homes come in six architectural styles and have two or three bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, full basements and attached two-car garages. All homes are built to Green and Energy-Star specifications and are connected to public underground utilities.

New homebuyers can coordinate some interior choices with the on-site designer and remain very informed during the construction process. Resale inventory is available for those looking for shorter time frames.

The Courtyards at Brandywine Amenities

The reasonable monthly association fee includes exterior maintenance and a full membership for the community clubhouse, which functions as the focal point of The Courtyards at Brandywine. This beautifully restored farmhouse is the central hub for social activity within the community. Here, a gathering room and catering kitchen are available for community parties and activities.

The Courtyards at Brandywine Homes & Real Estate

McKee Builders constructs the exteriors with low-maintenance in mind. All homes have stone and beaded vinyl siding as well as 30-year architectural roof shingles. Other desirable exterior features include insulated raised panel fiberglass entry doors and designer-styled overhead garage doors with glass inserts. These come with two remote automatic garage door openers. Energy Star certified features include high-efficiency cooling zoned and gas heating systems and insulated vinyl windows. The open layouts have first-floor master suites with coffered ceilings and two walk-in closets as well as second-floor lofts (per plan).

Interiors are appointed with nine-foot first-floor ceilings for a spacious feel and oversized windows that let in lots of natural light. Bring out the inner chef in the designer kitchens that feature granite counter tops, maple cabinets, GE appliance packages and pantry closets. The luxurious baths boast 6x6 ceramic tiled floors, pedestal sinks with designer faucets, decorator mirrors and anti-scald shower diverters. Additional noteworthy interior elements include two-panel interior doors, chair rails, and crown molding as well as elegant hardwood floors in the kitchens, powder rooms and foyers.

The Courtyards at Brandywine Lifestyle

Buying a home at The Courtyards at Brandywine is a pleasant experience. Neighbors are friendly and welcome new families eagerly as the neighborhood grows. With the Brandywine Center and a home improvement store in walking distance as well as many shops and restaurants in proximity on Route 202, residents at The Courtyards at Brandywine enjoy a convenient lifestyle. Even better, shopping is tax-free, but the community is within minutes of the Delaware/Pennsylvania state line.

Area

Situated in the heart of Brandywine Valley on Route 202 in Wilmington, this active adult community is moments away from the Brandywine Town Center and the Concord Mall. Its proximity to I-95 also connects residents easily to the Pennsylvania cities of Chadds Ford (ten minutes), West Chester (20 minutes), Philadelphia (30 minutes) and the New Jersey bridges.

The area is a cultural haven and is full of historical sites. The Winterthur Museum and Gardens, the Brandywine River Museum, Longwood Gardens, the Brandywine River Wine Trail as well as the Hagley Museum and Gardens are all popular destinations. In addition, the summer months see many events like blues and Shakespeare festivals, polo matches, antique car shows, food/wine festivals and the Pennsylvania Craft Guild Fair.