If you’ve read the blog for a while, you will remember that I have shared many beautiful Delaware beach houses built by Marnie Custom Homes before and I really can’t tell you how grateful and excited I am for sharing this newly built oceanfront home with you today.
At 4,468 square feet, this Bethany Beach, DE custom home perfectly blends modern design with warm, timeless details. With 6 bedrooms and 5.5 baths, it’s designed for relaxed coastal living and endless summer fun. Bonus? It’s located right next door to another Marnie Custom Home!
Inside, the kitchen steals the show with a stunning mix of Rift White Oak and crisp white cabinetry, paired with Chiffon quartz and butcher block countertops. Gold accents, like the elegant island leg and pendants, add a touch of coastal glam, while a full-size wine fridge ensures you’re always ready to entertain. Massive multi-slide doors in the kitchen and living room open wide to let in the ocean breeze, and with the push of a button, remote-controlled screens descend to keep the bugs out while you soak in the view.
This home is filled with surprises, like the coolest bunk room—a dream hangout for kids and teens—the aqua beach prep room, playful tile designs, a secret shiplap door, and arched niches that add personality throughout. My personal favorite? A serene soaking tub set within natural rocks for the ultimate spa-like experience. Step outside, and the backyard becomes the beach itself, complete with ping pong, cornhole, and fresh sand underfoot.
This is the quintessential beach house, capturing the spirit of what it means to build a Marnie Custom Home: thoughtfully designed, full of unique details, and ready to make unforgettable memories.
Are you excited to see this home by Marnie Custom Homes today?! If you love beach houses as much as I do, I think you will fall in love with it! It’s truly breathtaking!!!
The moment you step inside this beach house, you are greeted by thoughtful design ideas. The front door paint color is Benjamin Moore Jet Black.
Front Door: Weathershield Aluminum Clad Door.
Cabinet: Molucca Media Console.
Bowls: Opus Triple Leg Bowl-Ivory – similar – Others: Aldrich Handmade Paper Mache Decorative Bowl 2 & Chambray Artisan Handcrafted Bowl.
Glass Garlands: Handcrafted Oversized Sea Glass Garland.
Foyer Sconces: Troy Lighting Pier 39.
Mirror: Manu Frameless Accent Mirror.
Foyer Chandelier: Ro Sham Beaux Frankie Malibu 24” antique grey wood bead w/brass hardware – similar here.
Secret doors are always so mysterious… Can you guess what’s behind this one?
The shiplap secret door leads to a storage closet, which is very convenient for this area. I love this idea! Make sure to pin!!!
A white staircase, painted in Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace, with cable railing and walls clad in shiplap, leads you to the middle level of the house, which features incredible ocean views!
Staircase Lighting: Aika Coastal Beach Black Rattan Iron Flame Pendant and Wally Coastal Beach Black Rattan Flame Pendant – similar here.
How beautiful is all of this, right? Can we take a moment to enjoy it? Take a few deep breaths looking at this vast ocean…
Interior Paint Color: Sherwin Williams SW 7009 Pearly White.
Trim Paint Color: Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace.
Pillows: Pillow Cover (Natural).
Tree: Faux Areca Palm Tree 5.5’H.
Basket: Large Beachcomber Handwoven Tote Basket.
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Side Tray Table: Malibu Woven Nesting Tables (Natural).
Rug: Whistler Viscose Jute/Wool Blend (White) – similar here.
Table Lamps: Melonie Table Lamp.
Coffee Table: Malibu Rectangular Woven Grand Coffee Table (Natural).
Bowl: Solis Oversized Terracotta Bowl.
Basket: Beachcomber Handwoven Tulip Basket.
Vanilla Wood Bowl Candle, Natural, Wood: Loon Peak – similar.
Fireplace Stone: Casa Di Sassi Blends Terracina FLATS – Carton.
“Functionality was key with this design and all of the homeowners wishes were met in this design. A few unique functional details include: massive multi-slide doors open wide to let in the ocean breeze and flow into the outdoor dining area.” – @marnieoursler
With the push of a button, remote-controlled screens descend to keep the bugs out while you soak in the view.
“The goal for this kitchen design was to create an entertainment-focused space that seamlessly integrated the oceanfront views. With a passion for hosting family and friends, the homeowners wanted a fully functional, high-end gourmet kitchen that could be enjoyed by everyone, not just admired.” – Marnie Custom Homes
Butcher Block Countertop: Grothouse Butcher Block in “Kensington” finish.
Island Stools: RH Adrienne Counter Stool – similar style: Beachcrest Home Boyes Counterstool & Mallory Counter Stool – Others you Might Love: Lacour Upholstered Counter Stool with Solid Wood Frame, Alderson Upholstered Counter Stool, Bowker Bar & Counter Stool & Portside Counter Stool.
“We chose a mix of Rift White Oak and crisp white cabinetry, paired with Chiffon quartz and butcher block countertops. Gold accents, like the elegant island leg and pendants, add a touch of coastal glam, while a full-size wine fridge ensures you’re always ready to entertain. Two bars with navy cabinetry are set off to the side.” – Marnie Custom Homes
Island & Fridge Surround – Quality Cabinets in Rift Cut White Oak Oil.
Pendants: Bronson Wide Glass Pendant by Palecek – Other Beautiful Options: Katie Large Globe Pendant, Robinson Large Pendant, Presidio Small Pendant & Precision Large Pendant.
Perimeter – Decor Cabinets painted Benjamin Moore Decorator’s White.
Hardware: Top Knobs Oculus Knobs and Pulls (Flat Black).
Appliance Pulls: Appliance Pull, 18″ Center to Center.
Flooring Overall: Carlisle Wide Plank Floors – Torlys Everwood Premier Luxury Vinyl Flooring. Color: Shelbourne – similar: here – Others: Bandsawn Oak Luxury Vinyl Plank, Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring & WaterTek 6” Thick 7.09” W x 60” L Oak Vinyl Plank.
Runner: Flatweave Natural Area Rug.
“Big beach breakfasts were a focus so we chose the 48″ Dual Fuel Range with 8 Burners to cook up large batches of pancakes and eggs. An oversized Galley sink and accessories make clean up and meal prep easy.”
Backsplash: Mosaic House MJD 4×4 White – Very similar: Zellige Tiles 4×4 – Others you Might Like: Cloe 5″ x 5″ Ceramic Tile & 4″ x 4″ Satin Finish Handmade Look Wall Tile.
Salt & Pepper Mill: Peugeot Paris Matte Navy Salt & Pepper Mills.
Kitchen Sink: Galley Sink – Similar Options: Ruvati 45-inch Workstation & Delta Rivet 45″ L Workstation Kitchen Sink.
Countertop: Quartz Emerstone Q Borghini Chiffon.
Doing dishes with this kind of view must feel almost like therapy. Time would fly by!
Faucet: Kohler Crue Pull-Down Single-Handle Kitchen Faucet.
“To add warmth and additional seating to the space, we incorporated a custom walnut countertop designed to function as a kitchen table. Privacy blinds also descend with the touch of a button.”
Ah, the view this home has is truly breathtaking! I can feel any type of stress melt away just by looking at the ocean.
Kitchen Table: RH Oak Brule Live-Edge Rectangular Dining Table – Very similar: Heidetraud Dining Table.
Kitchen Chairs: Westan Dining Chair (White) – similar: Brannagh Solid Wood Dining Chair & Agata Solid Wood Dining Chair.
Vase: Lily’s Living Clara Vase.
Branches: Live Ruscus, Seeded Eucalyptus & Rosemary Bunches.
Outdoor Lanterns on Patio Dining Table: Easton Forged-Iron Outdoor Lantern, Small & Large.
We’ll continue with the interiors soon, but before that, how about we take in these views for a little longer?
Lounge Set: 2x Portside Outdoor 75 in Sofa (Weathered Gray); Portside Swivel Chairs (Weathered Gray); Portside 34 inch Round Coffee Table, Weathered Gray.
Decking: IPE Decking.
Outdoor Dining Table & Chairs: Portside Outdoor 60 inch Round Table (Weathered Gray); Portside Dining Chair (Weathered Gray).
Tree: Faux Areca Palm Tree 5.5’H.
Basket: Large Beachcomber Handwoven Tote Basket.
Outdoor Swivel Chairs: Portside Swivel Chairs (Weathered Gray).
Beautiful Outdoor Pillows: Sunbrella® Recycled Woven Outdoor Pillow, Striped Sunbrella® Indoor/Outdoor Reversible Throw Pillow, Haylen Block Printed Lumbar Outdoor Pillow & Montecito Outdoor Pillow Cover.
Moving the bar to just outside the main kitchen space was intentional so when entertaining the flow of people can extend beyond the kitchen so not everyone is crowded around the island.
Bar – Decor Cabinets painted Benjamin Moore 1638 Midnight Blue.
Hardware: Top Knobs Oculus Knobs and Pulls (Honey Bronze).
Bar Faucet: Kohler Bar Faucet.
“We mixed functionality and flow by integrating top of the line Sub Zero & Wolf panel-ready appliances for an integrated look that was clean and seamless. Appliances were selected with a focus on entertaining.”
Bar Countertop: Quartz Emerstone Q Borghini Chiffon.
Glasses: Hammered Handcrafted Drinking Glasses.
Vase: Artisan Terracotta Vase – Handcrafted Elegance.
Dried Branch: Adolfa Landscape & Nature Figurines & Sculptures.
Vanity: Worlds Away Bixby Modern Classic White Marble White Oak Wood Vanity Sink – 37″.
Wallpaper: Jacks Jungle – Available through the designer – similar: Palm Wallpaper.
Mirror: Oval Twisted Rattan Wall Mirror – Others: Brackin Wall Mirror & Wood Beaded Mirror.
Coral: Branching Coral With Clear Glass Base.
Soap & Hand Lotion: Meyer.
Sconce: Varaluz.
Neutral Bedroom Paint Color: Sherwin Williams Pearly White SW 7009.
Bed: Farmhouse Platform Bed.
Nightstands: Sausalito Mini Nightstand.
Table Lamps: Regina Andrew Lucia Ceramic Table Lamp.
Artwork: Riviera Handmade Coastal Abstract Wall Decor & Maldives Framed Wall Art In White Abalone Shells.
Mirror: Montara Rattan Mirror.
Bathroom Paint Color: Sherwin Williams Pearly White.
Vanity: Manzanita Wide Single Vanity.
Mirror: Vintage Rounded Rectangular Pivot Mirror.
Faucet: Kohler Purist Bathroom Faucet.
Lighting: Breena 2 – Light Dimmable Vanity Light.
Shower Tile: 3×8 White Gloss Porcelain Tile – Tile Layout Pattern: Combo Stacked.
Floor Tile: Porcelain Stone Look Wall & Floor Tile – similar.
Bedroom Paint Color: Sherwin Williams SW 6232 Misty.
Bed: Malibu Woven Bed, Queen.
Nightstands: Malibu Woven Nightstand.
Comforter: Everyday Percale Duvet Cover.
Pillows: West Beach Pillow and Montecito Pillow.
Table Lamp: Lamp: Cove Table Lamp.
Chandelier: Del Sur Chandelier.
Rug: Wray Handwoven Flatweave Rug (Warm Taupe).
Bathroom Paint Color: Sherwin Williams Misty.
Vanity: Piedmont 36″ Single Sink Vanity – similar here.
Floor & Wall Tile: 4″ x 12″ Honed Marble Floor and Wall Tile – similar.
Serene Blue Bedroom Paint Color: Sherwin Williams SW 6232 Misty.
Rug: Alamere Rug.
Lumbar Pillow: Shuoli.
Chairs: Balboa Upholstered Swivel Armchair.
Pillow on Chair: Elaine Smith Aqua Rope Indoor/Outdoor Pillow.
Stool: Willow Ceramic Round Outdoor Accent Table – similar.
Table Lamps: Melonie Table Lamp.
Bathroom Paint Color: Sherwin Williams SW 9166 Drift of Mist.
Vanity: Miller 58″ Single Wide Sink Vanity – similar: Thornaby Bathroom Vanity with White Quartz Top – Others: 60″ Single Bathroom Vanity Set & 60” Single Bathroom Vanity with Cultured Marble Top.
Mirror: Visual Comfort Kit Rectangular Mirror.
Floor Tile: 12×24 Matte Black Concrete Tile.
Tile: Portmore White 3×8 Glossy Ceramic Subway Tile.
Bedroom Paint Color: Sherwin Williams Gossamer Veil SW 9165.
Bed: RH Marisol Seagrass Panel Bed (Whitewashed Seagrass/Grey Mahogany) – Others you Might Like: Effie Bed, Universal Furniture Upholstered Queen Bed, Nellie Cane Bed & Bernhardt Alannis Upholstered Bed.
Nightstands: RH – similar: Cayman Wide Nightstand.
Rug: Wray Handwoven Flatweave Rug (Parchment).
Lumbar Pillow: Mendocino Pillow Cover, Mink.
Lamp: RH Antique Shanxi Vessel Lamp Slope Linen Shade (Color Sand).
Chandelier: Bluffton Large Pendant – similar here.
Ceiling & Trim Paint Color: Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace.
Chair: RH Marisol Seagrasss Slope Arm Chair (Heathered Brown Seagrass/Brown Mahogany).
Pouf: O’Hara Upholstered Pouf.
Vanity: Custom by Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Baths.
Mirror: Vintage Arch Mirror.
Knobs: Top Knobs Knobs, Flat Black.
Faucet: Kohler Purist Bathroom Faucet, Matte Black.
Countertop: Quartz Hanstone Royal Blanc.
River rock surrounding the freestanding tub brings a very calm and Zen feel to this coastal bathroom.
Bathroom Paint Color: Sherwin Williams SW9166 Drift of Mist (satin).
Tub Filler: Kohler Purist, Matte Black.
Chandelier: Palecek Point Dume Pendant.
Wall Tile: Mosaic House MJD 4×4 White – similar: 4″ x 4″ Glazed Ceramic Wall Tile.
Floor Tile: Grey Matte Concrete-look Tile – similar.
Paint Color: Sherwin Williams SW7956 Reserved White.
Coffee Table: Folsom Wood Coffee Table (Desert Pine) – similar here.
Rug: Solid Viscose Rug (Ivory) – similar here.
Throw Blanket: Beachcomber Cotton Throw.
Chandelier: Ro-Sham Beaux #LILY-18-NK-BD-CH-QTZ (18” white beads with nickel hardware) PL.
Play Table: West Elm Bar Table and Indio Coastal Bar Stool Oat Rope (Biscotti).
Fan: Fanimation #FPD8547BN (nickel) 44”.
Pillows: Capraia Pillow Cover.
Hanging Chair: Serena & Lily with Chair Cushion.
Wallpaper: Blue Flats Wallpaper.
Bedding: Microfiber Pintuck Comforter (White).
Throw: Super Chunky Knit Throw (Clay).
Accent Pillows: Round Chunky Knit Pillow (Clay).
Sconces: Hinkley #3650BN (nickel).
Hanging Chair: Serena & Lily with Chair Cushion.
Vanity: Custom. Paint: Sherwin Williams Billowy Breeze.
Hardware: Top Knobs Kinney 1-1/4” Mushroom Knob.
Mirror: LED Mirror.
Faucets: Kohler, Matte Black.
Tile: 24×48 Polished White Porcelain Tile.
Floor Tile: 24×24 concrete-look Tile, Dove Gray – similar.
Shower Faucet: Purist Shower Faucet, Matte Black.
Bathroom Wall Paint Color: Sherwin Williams Olympus White.
Sink: Brockway, Custom color.
Soap Dish: Brockway Soap Dish.
Faucets: Triton Bowe Cannock Service Sink Faucet.
Mirror: Vintage Rounded Rectangular Pivot Mirror.
Sconces: Tolson Caged Sconce.
Tile: Lut Milano Style Tile: 8” x 8” – similar style: here.
Floor Tile: 24×24 Porcelain Tile.
Cabinet Paint Color: Sherwin Williams SW 6456 Slow Green.
Wall Paint Color: Sherwin Williams SW 6203 Spare White.
Backsplash: 3×12 Pembrooke White Matte Oval Wall Tile.
Runner: Helton Farmhouse Jute Blend Natural Tan Area Rug.
This beach prep room is perfect! You can prepare snacks to bring to the beach and leave all of the towels washing all in the same space without bring any mess upstairs.
Faucet: Kohler.
Mudroom Wall Wall Paint Color: Sherwin Williams Olympus White.
Mudroom Lockers: Custom, Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace.
Vintage Surfboard Wood Wall Art & Decor: Boguslawa Coastal Nautical & Beach Wall Decor – similar.
No one builds beach houses like Marnie Custom Homes! Isn’t this home a showstopper?
Lower Siding: Board & Batten James Hardie in Arctic White.
Upper Siding: NuCedar shingles, color: Argos.
Windows: Weathershield windows, VUE Collection.
I want to take a moment to thank Marnie Custom Homes and her talented team for sharing this gorgeous home with us today. I hope this tour has made you feel as happy as I did! 💓
“Hello, my dear friends! How are you today? I hope that you are healthy, but if not, healing is coming to you. I hope that everything is peaceful and harmonious in your life and that prosperity and abundance is a constant in your life. Thank you for being part of this community.“🙏– Luciane @HomeBunch
Architect: Bernardon @bernardondesign
Kitchen Design: Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath @jennifergilmerkb and Marnie Oursler
Photography: Dana Hoff Photography @danajefferyhoff
Photo Stylist: Moki Media @mokimediamoeller
Marnie Custom Homes is a premier design+build firm in Bethany Beach, DE, specializing in one- of-a-kind custom beach homes that blend creativity, craftsmanship, and resilience. Led by award-winning builder Marnie Oursler, the firm has redefined coastal living with innovative materials, thoughtful design, and sustainable practices. Marnie made history as the first female and Delaware-based builder to receive NAHB’s Custom Home Builder of the Year award in 2023.
With over 25 years of experience, Marnie Custom Homes has built 140 homes to date, including 35 oceanfront homes along coastal Delaware. Their expertise in waterfront construction ensures homes are built to last while embracing the beauty of coastal living. Known for turning visions into reality, Marnie and her team create stunning, functional homes that enhance life at the beach for generations to come.
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