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Close to Beach! 2026 Prime Weeks Available! Family Oriented Home! Dogs Welcome!

Vacation home near Bethany Beach Beaches in Bethany Beach

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Interior
Exterior detail
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathrooms2600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Bethany Beach, DE
  • Place, Bethany Beach Beaches
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Sea Colony
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Bethany Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bethany Beach

Seaside stay .With a stay at this South Bethany vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Bethany Beach Beaches and 2 miles (3 km) of Fenwick Island Beach. Bethany Beach Boardwalk and Town Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bethany Beach Beaches - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • beach near Sea Colony - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Fenwick Island Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Chief Little Owl Totem Pole - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 30 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wawa
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ocean 99 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bethany Diner - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Close to Beach! 2026 Prime Weeks Available! Family Oriented Home! Dogs Welcome!

It really is as inviting as it looks! 5 bedroom, 3 bath home is just a delight! Picture perfect cozy home includes central air conditioning, internet, washer/dryer, dishwasher, microwave, 4 televisions, 3 VCRS, 2 DVDS players, stereo, screened porch, 9 rocking chairs, well stocked kitchen, gas grill, wood burning fireplace, bright sunny naturally lit spaces, front and rear decks. Relax! Relax! Relax! Walks/bike rides along the canals, kids playing in the neighborhood, a back yard that is ideal for horse shoes -- just a perfect back drop for reconnecting with family and friends. And comfy enough to do so! Our favorite spot is on the front deck after a grueling day at the beach chillin' with our guests while we rock away, watching the sun set, quenching our thirst and satiating a beach driven hunger....

NEW FOR 2025: The state of Delaware now collects a 4.5% sales tax IN ADDITION to the South Bethany sales tax of 8%. It is out of the control of hosts. Happy to advise where to reach out if you have concerns about the increased taxation.

NOTE: We require at least 2 people 26 or older to sign the lease and
stay for the duration and 2 PETS are permitted ONLY with Owner's permission during certain times of the year. Additional fees will apply.

ALSO, sheets and towels can be rented for your stay.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Fabulous Family Friendly South Bethany Home!
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Close to Beach! 2026 Prime Weeks Available! Family Oriented Home! Dogs Welcome! to the airport?

This vacation home is 17.2 mi (36-min drive) away from the Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Close to Beach! 2026 Prime Weeks Available! Family Oriented Home! Dogs Welcome! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Close to Beach! 2026 Prime Weeks Available! Family Oriented Home! Dogs Welcome! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 9-minute walk from Bethany Beach Beaches and 5.6 mi (11-min drive) from Ocean City Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Close to Beach! 2026 Prime Weeks Available! Family Oriented Home! Dogs Welcome! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Close to Beach! 2026 Prime Weeks Available! Family Oriented Home! Dogs Welcome!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Close to Beach! 2026 Prime Weeks Available! Family Oriented Home! Dogs Welcome!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Close to Beach! 2026 Prime Weeks Available! Family Oriented Home! Dogs Welcome!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Close to Beach! 2026 Prime Weeks Available! Family Oriented Home! Dogs Welcome! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Close to Beach! 2026 Prime Weeks Available! Family Oriented Home! Dogs Welcome! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Close to Beach! 2026 Prime Weeks Available! Family Oriented Home! Dogs Welcome! to downtown Bethany Beach?

This vacation home is 1.4 mi away from Bethany Beach.

Close to Beach! 2026 Prime Weeks Available! Family Oriented Home! Dogs Welcome! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Gwen M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great! Really enjoyed the space for our group. Very quite neighborhood. The kitchen was well stocked. The outdoor shower was enjoyable. Plenty of beach chairs to go around.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

nice place, lots of room

nice place, lots of stuff for the beach, and easy walk to get there
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach week

The house was wonderful! It had everything we needed and more. Wendy the owner was fabulous to work with. We would stay again for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

The house was perfect and just as described. Clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed! Wendy was communicative and very helpful! Thanks for having us, hope to be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alis F.

Great host!

Wendy was a great host. Very accommodating and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July 4

Crowded holiday week but a great location to get to South Bethany beach w parking pass. We had a nice family vacation. Very responsive landlord to a few minor questions. Most ideal for 2 couples with multiple kids beds (up to 6) We made it work for us w 3 couples and a 2 yr old. Bringing an inflatable pool would be advised.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent House and Stay

This was an excellent house for our late summer extended weekend get away. Location was just a short walk to the beach in a nice neighborhood. The house had everything we needed to include beach chairs, umbrelllas, boogey boards, etc. We would definitely return if our plans take us to South Bethany in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family fun weekend at the beach

The house is very close to the beach, very spacious and clean. The owner responds quickly and is very accommodating. The house is also dog friendly, which is always a bonus. Nice backyard for her to walk around. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

L S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay and property manager

Wendy, the property manager, was such a pleasure to communicate with and her response time was phenomenal. Her place is a sweet, comfortable house with a pleasant vibe and nice furnishings. Our yellow lab loved the yard and the short walk to the beach was easy. I would definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Beach House!

We have been coming to Bethany Beach for years and with a growing family needed to upgrade. This house was perfect! Three floors, two decks, it has everything. We were able to walk to the beach and enjoy our favorite places to see, eat and have fun! Wendy is great to work with. We look forward to returning next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jarrett C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great for two families

we had two families of four (with two dogs and four kids under the age of 4---oy) and we found this property to be perfect. Close to the beach, close to the canals, but not so close we had to worry about children falling in. It was a cozy but not so tight that we felt claustrophobic. Wendy was super responsive anytime we had questions pre-trip and during.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yuri L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet neighborhood, great location

The host was very responsive, reasonable and easy to communicate. The property was as described. When we arrived, the basement carpet was little wet due to carpet cleaning done the day before. Otherwise everything was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

casey s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property!

Fantastic location. Quiet street, perfect for walking along canals and easy walk to the beach. Great for multi-generational families or friends with kids. Bright and sunny, with lots of places to separate and have downtime. The kitchen is fully stocked. Nice big table for meals (we used it for puzzles). Pet-friendly, Big back deck looking down onto grassy area/yard for pets or kids to play. The Sunroom is excellent for morning coffee and reading or a nice glass of wine in the evening. The front porch had rocking chairs - relaxing. I would highly recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay and home!

The house was perfect for 2 families, enough space with separate living in basement with 2 bedrooms and bathroom. Plenty of room for all. Spent allot of time on the front porch relaxing with six large rocking chairs. The house was clean and stocked with all kitchen items. The walk to beach is 10 minutes and walk around neighborhood was beautiful with a park very close to walk dogs. Every morning there were lots of people running, biking and walking dogs and the neighbors were very nice. Great location! Wendy was a pleasure to work with and always responsive. The flowers around the house were in full bloom and beautiful. We can not wait to come back and highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house, great location

My wife and I came for a four day break at the shore. The house is lovely and well-equipped. We spent most of the beautiful fall days sitting on the beach, but enjoyed eating lunch in the screened in area of the deck. There were just the two of us and our dog, but the house has a ton of room and several sitting areas over three floors, so it would be great for a group. It's an easy walk to the beach and the place provides a bunch of beach chairs, buggy boards, and other equipment so there is no need to bring them from home or rent them. The host provides clear instructions on operating the thermostats, entry lock, and tv -- much better than many places we have rented -- and responded promptly to oir questions. We very much enjoyed our brief visit and hope to come back with our family for a longer summer stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael I.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pretty area

We had a lovely stay in South Bethany. This house is great for a family or group of friends. Stairs are very steep, so not good for elderly or young children. Pros: 5bdrm 3 bathrooms. beach is only a few blocks away. Nice outside decks Comfortable beds. Host helped guide us for sheets and towel rentals. Hosts were very helpful. Cons: Dishwasher didn't really clean dishes very well. Some dishes in the cupboards weren't clean. Dryer was packed with lint. Front of fridge dirty. Much of the beach equipment is in bad shape. BBQ leaked gas and didn't heat well. A lot of grease in the BBQ runoff pan.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

Lovely Beach Home fro Relaxing

We were looking for a South Bethany Beach pet friendly home for an early September getaway and found the perfect spot in this large, welcoming home. Turned out to be a vacation for just my husband and me (after a long home renovation project we were not up for entertaining people) but the house can easily sleep a good group of family or friends. We enjoyed the rocking chairs on the porch, the close easy access to the beach, the quiet neighborhood and location to downtown Bethany. All of our communications were prompt and easy. Our little therapy dog enjoyed our day visits to Rehobeth and Lewes since there are outdoor dining places where he could sit and watch people. We especially enjoyed taking our bikes to the trail from Rehobeth to Lewes and will definitely make that trip on each of our future visits. The weather is always a vacation uncertainty but we were pleased that Hurricane Hermine did not damage the local area and just caused dramatic waves at the beach. When the winds changed at the very end of the week there were annoying flies at the beach from the land breezes so we cut our beach time short, read indoors and rented a Redbox movie. All in all a comfortable, well-equipped vacation home to enjoy.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Perfect Family Home

We have just returned from a wonderful vacation in this beautiful home. The layout of the home was perfect for the grandparents in the master, grandchildren in the ground floor and parents in between. Highlights of the house: OUTSIDE SHOWER!!, lots of cooking supplies (we cooked almost every night), lots of spaces to escape (decks, loft, downstairs sitting room), ample parking, large dining room table to eat and play games. The beach is in easy walking distance. Clean, well maintained, and not crowded. We brought a metal detector and planted a treasure chest for the kids (inserted a hammer for the metal detector, but gave the kids a treasure map as well). The sunrises are magnificent! And evenings on the beach are so relaxing! Things to do: We walked all through the canals and Middlesex. Bike riding on the Route 1 bike shoulder. Boardwalk concerts. Geocaching. Breweries. Dickens Theater. Outlets. Rehoboth boardwalk. If you are out of town, there are two public mini libraries - one by the township building on the border of Middlesex and one behind McDonald’s, but Wendy’s library is the best - lots of great reads! Puzzles in the downstairs cabinet. Magnet fishing in the creek off Kent Rd. Sent Wendy a question during the week and she responded immediately. And our dog was very happy that she was able to share our vacation with us! A fun time was had by all.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for family vacation

Great location! Easy walk to the beach & easy parking for those grandparents that maybe can’t make the walk. Fully equipped has everything you need. We are particular about our beach stuff so we took our own. Lots of space for everyone
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Great
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly as listed

We were very happy with many things about this property. It was such an easy walk to the beach. The neighborhood was so very nice to walk around and take in the scenery. The home was spacious and exactly as the photos portrayed. It was a short drive to the boardwalk and some great walking trails. Our host was very friendly and readily available to us. We would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Getaway

Our stay in Wendy's home was fantastic! She was such an amazing host!!! The house was clean, spacious and in a perfect location! The walk to the beach was not long at all and so we walked on it almost every morning and every night! We highly recommend this rental and would 10/10 stay here again:)
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pet Friendly Decompression Zone

Property was great. Everything we were hoping for. Few minor repairs and replacements needed as we rented at the end of the season. Owner is great and accommodating. We loved our stay and look forward to coming again
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Maria N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A LOVELY AND WELL MAINTAINED HOUSE

The family had a wonderful time and the house had more than enough space for everyone. Loved the neighborhood and walk to the beach. A private and family neighborhood. Wendy was a very nice host. Thank you, Wendy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable long weekend

Great property with nice space for our group. Each family had their own floor. The house had everything we could need. The neighborhood was lovely with an easy walk or drive to the beach. Wendy was extremely helpful and responsive. We would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021