Wharton’s Bluff is a picturesque waterfront community located by the Indian River in Millsboro, Delaware. 

 

The history of Millsboro dates back to the 1600s, when Nanticoke Indians lived on the land.  Around 1792, the headwaters of Indian River were dammed at a place called Rock Hole to establish a grist mill and a sawmill.  The town grew and the name was changed to Millsboro 1837.

The Wharton’s Bluff area was previously a fishing resort, known to locals as Old Landing Farm and began development as Wharton’s Bluff in 2006.

 

The Sussex County area is affectionately known as “Slower Lower Delaware” Residents take their time and live a relaxed lifestyle. However, when you’re ready for beaches, boardwalks, and sand in your toes, Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, Bethany and Ocean City Beaches are all close by. Sussex County has 26 miles of clean beaches. Delaware has low property taxes and NO sales tax. There 12,000 acres of State Park with scenic trails to explore. Golf courses abound as do opportunities to fish, crab, and explore the rivers and bays.  Southern Delaware is known as the Culinary Coast and having both the Atlantic Ocean and the Delaware Bay at its doorstep and the Chesapeake Bay close by, ensures some of the freshest seafood available. Sussex is best known for blue crabs and clams and of course fresh chicken.  In addition, beach treats such as fries with malt vinegar and flavored popcorn serve as the best Boardwalk memories. BE sure to sample Delaware’s official dessert—peach pie made with local peaches!