Private Living in Greenville, Delaware

Your Next Chapter, Authored by You

A private, resident-owned retirement community in Greenville, Delaware—where elegant living meets real independence.

Where People  and Place Make the Difference

Behind everything at Stonegates is a quiet standard of excellence—from the people who care for you to the place you call home.

Our Staff, Your Team
Creativity Never Retires
A Place That Feels Like Home
Freedom, With a Safety Net
Don’t settle for less than you’ve built

Most Retirement Communities
Ask You to Step Down. We Invite You to Step Forward.

Life at Stonegates

Resident - owned homes
Pub culture
Social life
Fitness center
Gardens & Patios
Top notch meals
Art studios
Concerts & Events

Why Stonegates is Different

Own Your Space
Full deed ownership of your custom home with guaranteed equity return. Design your perfect living space exactly as you envision it.
Live with Dignity
Maintain control over your care decisions and living arrangements. Your autonomy and independence remain paramount.
Feel at Home, Not in a Facility
Experience a lifestyle-focused culture that celebrates everyday joy and personal connections in a true community setting.
At my family’s suggestion, I looked at Stonegates and moved in six months later. I have never looked back.

It's Still My Home - Just Easier.

After my husband’s death, I no longer wanted to live in our home of 50 years. At my family’s suggestion, I looked at Stonegates and moved in six months later. I have never looked back. Everyone here is so friendly and welcoming, and there are opportunities and activities that I would not have while living alone.
Dale N.
Last month Shirley and I completed our third year at Stonegates. We have been very thankful we made the move. Things that matter to retirees such as a 5 Star Health Care Center, superb dinning, and multiple activities but above all an outstanding Staff, and a wonderful, caring Resident population are here at Stonegates a beautiful setting.
Pete and Shirley R.
We chose Stonegates eight years ago, knowing that we were still young enough to enjoy all the activities that would be available to us, along with a dedicated staff and a well-deserved reputation for fine dining. Important too, we were old enough to have the good sense to know that it was the right time to make this big move!
Dot and Mike M.

Planning ahead starts with the right questions

We know this is a big decision—and every journey starts with a few good questions. Here are some of the most common ones, answered simply and clearly.

What makes Stonegates different from other retirement communities?
Stonegates is a resident-owned community. That means you own your home—whether it’s an apartment or a cottage—and make decisions about your care, lifestyle, and space. Unlike most communities that offer rental or entrance-fee models, Stonegates offers true autonomy, with a strong sense of community and long-standing legacy in Greenville.
What's included in my monthly fee?
  • Meal plan; Stonegates offers a 13 meal a month or a 30 meal a month Plan.
  • Basic cable
  • Full interior & exterior maintenance
  • Grounds & Landscaping
  • Snow removal
  • Weekly scheduled housekeeping and linen service
  • Planned activities
  • Dinner transportation
  • 24-hour nurse call system
  • Access to numerous professional and medical services
  • Full use of the fitness center, classes and licensed physiologist
What are the benefits of ownership at Stonegates versus an entrance fee- Life Care arrangement?
Typical Life-Care financing prepays for the possibility of a lengthy stay in health care regardless of your need. According to the National Nursing Home Survey, if admitted to a nursing home, the average length of stay in a nursing facility is 9 months to just under 2 years. This is a far shorter time-period than what is prepaid with life care financing.

Historically at Stonegates, less than 50% of our residents have ever needed admission to our Health Center, and less than 18% have required an extended stay, longer than 9 months.

Ownership entitles Stonegates residents to determine their own healthcare choices, whether it’s additional in-home services or a move to our health center. Life care communities often dictate that move.
The Rhythm of Real Life

Life in its daily rhythm, at Stonegates

Morning
Start Your Day Mindfully
Join our morning yoga session or take a peaceful walk through our meticulously maintained gardens.
Midday
Cultivate Your Creativity
Express yourself in our art studio or join our curated museum excursions.
Afternoon
Connect & Unwind
Challenge friends to a bridge game, enjoy our outdoor patios, or find solitude in our library.
Evening
Dine & Socialize
End your day with craft cocktails, gourmet dining, and fireside conversations
Join Our Waitlist With Confidence

The Best Time to Plan Is Before You Have To

With a growing waitlist, securing your future at Stonegates requires forward thinking. Our refundable deposit program ensures you have priority access while maintaining flexibility in your planning.

Priority selection of available homes
Locked-in pricing benefits
Extended planning timeline