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Lewes Oktoberfest This Friday, September 20

This Friday after work, head over to Second Street in Lewes, Delaware for Oktoberfest from 4:00 – 6:30 p.m. which will include dancing, drinking and of course, German cuisine.  The event is the second Oktoberfest held in Lewes hosted by the Lewes Chamber of Commerce and is part of their … Continue reading

2013 Oktoberfest Poster - Lewes, Delaware

2013-08-31 - Touch of Italy - Meatball Sandwich - 8 Sandpiper Ct - Lewes, Delaware - Cape Shores Rental

The Best Meatball Sandwich in Lewes, Delaware

We thought we would share a photo from last weekend at one of our favorite spots, Touch of Italy on 2nd street in Lewes, Delaware.  We think the photo speaks for itself.  Now if you are verrrry hungry, you could try to finish the entire sandwich, but most of the … Continue reading


Siding and Trim Going Up

The exterior finishes have finally started this week on 8 Sandpiper!  The Pacific Blue Certainteed siding arrived on Monday and the window trim and deck board have also been delivered.  Work on the interior of the house continues with almost all of the plumbing, electrical and HVAC work complete within … Continue reading

2013-09-14 - Certainteed 7" Shake - 8 Sandpiper Ct - Lewes, Delaware - Cape Shores Rental

2013-08-28 - Downstairs Storage - 8 Sandpiper - Lewes, DE - Cape Shores

Windows, Doors and Plumbing… Oh My!

The exterior doors are in, all windows have been installed and the plumbing is underway at 8 Sandpiper.  We stopped down to meet with the plumber and electrician today to map out recessed lighting, cable hookups and check on the overall progress. The concrete pads under the house have also … Continue reading


Windows and Roof Installed

This past Friday we visited 8 Sandpiper and found two crews at work – our framers were installing all of the windows and another crew was laying shingles on the roof.  Lots of action to see!  With the windows installed, the rooms are really coming together, pretty soon the siding … Continue reading

2013-08-18 - Windows in Bedroom - 8 Sandpiper - Cape Shores - Lewes, DE

2013-08-13 sideview of front porch - 8 Sandpiper - Cape Shores - Lewes, DE

First Look at Front Porch Construction

The trusses for the front porch of 8 Sandpiper have been installed, adding an element of character and charm to the front of the house.  The peaked roof insert for the front of the house has also been framed, which completes the architectural elements associated with the house framing.  The … Continue reading


Wednesday: Last Movie Screening of the Season at Lewes Canalfront Park

Grab your beach chair and head over to Lewes Canalfront Park this Wednesday, August 14 for an outdoor screening of the Odd Life of Timothy Green starring Jennifer Garner, Joel Edgerton and CJ Adams.  This will be the last movie as part of the “Cinema by the Canal at Dusk” series hosted by the … Continue reading


beach view - lewes, de - 8 sandpiper - cape shores

Raise the Roof! Trusses Going Up at 8 Sandpiper

This week the roof trusses started going up at 8 Sandpiper and the front and back decks are also taking shape.  Once the roof trusses are in place, plywood will be nailed on top and the roof shingles can start to be placed.  For the shingles we have selected GAF … Continue reading


Lewes Historical Society Moves to Larger Venue for History Happy Hours

Due to a large demand and increased attendance, the Lewes Historical Society is moving its History Happy Hours to a new location.  The events will now be held at Hotel Rodney, the event sponsor which sits at 142 2nd street. History Happy Hours take place every Friday (through September 27), … Continue reading


Front of the house with porch construction - 8 Sandpiper - Cape Shores, Lewes, DE

Roof Trusses Delivered, Placement Starts Soon

Yesterday the roof trusses were delivered to 8 Sandpiper and the crew said they will start to place them tomorrow.  Once the roof is on, more of the plumbing and interior work can begin.  Also on Wednesday we had a walk-through with the kitchen designer and confirmed the kitchen cabinet … Continue reading