About
Rob Tunnell helped create Pot-Nets communities, which include unique combinations of golf, boating, and resort amenities in Delaware, setting a regional standard for integrated leisure developments.
Rob Tunnell is an influential figure associated with Pot-Nets Homes, a company serving Delaware's coastal communities for over five decades. As a member of the Tunnell family and a co-founder alongside Robert W. Tunnell III, he has been integral in developing residential and vacation properties throughout Long Neck and surrounding areas. While his primary background relates to land development and community planning, the Pot-Nets communities feature extensive golf facilities and recreation areas, reflecting his commitment to integrating golf as a central lifestyle activity. Tunnell’s career is notable for embracing modern design concepts while preserving the natural environment of the Delaware shore, resulting in vibrant neighborhoods that blend resort living with golf and waterfront amenities. Although not a classical golf architect in the traditional sense, his broader vision for recreational planning has helped enhance the role of golf in regional resort communities, catering to retirees, families, and seasonal visitors.