david j. cummins house, also known as "glen fern," is a historic home located near smyrna, kent county, delaware. it built in the mid-18th century, and expanded and altered in the 19th century in a victorianized colonial revival style. it was originally constructed as a two-story, four bay, hall-and-parlor plan dwelling. the house consists of a main section with wings, and is constructed of stuccoed brick.