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17D Emerald Shoals – Your Perfect Fall Escape in Dewey Beach, Ocean Block with Rooftop Ocean Views

Vacation home near Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk in Dewey Beach

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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a large island with stools.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a wooden bench, and a stainless steel refrigerator.
A multi-story building with a central staircase, balconies, and a covered porch area.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and a dining area with white chairs and a patterned tablecloth.
A covered porch with wicker furniture, a spiral staircase, and a view of the neighborhood.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

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Dewey Beach, DE
  • Place, Dewey Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Dewey Beach Parasail
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bottle & Cork
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Dewey Beach

Seaside stay .Your stay at this vacation home will put you steps from Dewey Beach Parasail and a 5-minute walk from Dewey Beach. Indian Beach and John Waples Memorial Playground are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Dewey Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Dewey Beach Parasail - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Indian Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bottle & Cork - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Delaware Seashore State Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Starboard - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rusty Rudder - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Woody's Dewey Beach - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Dewey Beer Co. - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Above the Dunes - ‬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.

17D Emerald Shoals – Your Perfect Fall Escape in Dewey Beach, Ocean Block with Rooftop Ocean Views

17D Emerald Shoals – Your Perfect Fall & Holiday Escape in Dewey Beach, Ocean Block with Rooftop Ocean Views!!
Why wait until next summer to enjoy the beach? Dewey Beach is just as special in the fall and winter, with fewer crowds, beautiful coastal scenery, incredible dining, and a calendar full of festive events. Make Emerald Shoals your home base for an unforgettable getaway from late October through the holidays!
Located just a few buildings from the sand in Dewey Beach's coveted ocean block, this beautifully renovated three-story townhome puts you close to the beach, restaurants, nightlife, shopping, and everything that makes Dewey such a popular year-round destination. Best of all, you can enjoy views of the Atlantic Ocean from your private rooftop deck—the perfect place for morning coffee, sunset cocktails, or simply soaking in the coastal scenery.

🌊 A Spacious Three-Story Retreat
This thoughtfully designed townhome offers plenty of room to spread out, making it an ideal choice for families, friends, couples, or groups looking for a beach escape during the quieter months.
First Floor - Two comfortable bedrooms and shared full bathroom with convenient rear entrance
Second Floor - Open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area with spacious gathering space for relaxing and enjoying meals together and a half bathroom. Screened-in porch—perfect for enjoying the crisp coastal air while staying protected from the elements
Third Floor - Two additional bedrooms and two full bathrooms with access to the rooftop deck

☀️ Outdoor Space You'll Love
Outdoor living isn't just for summer! Emerald Shoals features decks on both the front and back of every level, giving you plenty of opportunities to enjoy the fresh ocean air throughout your stay.
Head up to the rooftop deck for beautiful Atlantic Ocean views. In the fall and winter, it's a wonderful spot to sip your coffee, watch the sunrise, enjoy a glass of wine, or take in the peaceful beauty of the Delaware coast.
There is also off-street parking for two vehicles, making your getaway even more convenient.

🎃 Fall on the Delaware Coast
Late October is an especially fun time to visit! Guests staying here can enjoy Dewey Beach Trick or Treating on October 23, followed by the Haunted Bonfire & Haunted Graveyard Spectacular on October 23–24. Just a short distance away, Rehoboth Beach hosts the popular Sea Witch Festival October 23–25, featuring Halloween festivities, entertainment, games, and the famous Sea Witch Parade on October 24.
The area also offers fall shopping, dining, festivals, and beautiful beach walks without the crowds of the summer season. October is the perfect time to experience a more relaxed side of the Delaware beaches.

🍂 November Coastal Getaway
Looking for a peaceful Thanksgiving escape or a long weekend at the beach? November brings cooler temperatures, fewer crowds, and plenty of reasons to visit.
Dewey Beach's annual Tree Lighting at Fifer's Market takes place November 28, 2026, kicking off the holiday season with festive fun.
Spend your days exploring the coast, shopping local boutiques, enjoying a leisurely meal, or simply relaxing at the house before heading out for an evening in town.

🎄 Celebrate the Holidays at the Beach
Turn your holiday season into a coastal getaway! December brings a festive lineup of events, including the Dewey Santa Crush Crawl on December 5, the Santa Sleigh Ride on December 24, and the signature Dewey Crush Drop on December 31.
The Dewey Crush Drop takes place at Route 1 and New Orleans Avenue at 11:30 PM on New Year's Eve, giving guests a uniquely Dewey way to ring in 2027.

🛏️ Bedding
First Floor: 2 Singles + 1 Double/Single Bunk Bed; 1 Queen
Third Floor: 1 King; 1 Queen

🧺 Linen Package - A linen package is available for $253.50 for a one-week stay.

Important Details:
Non-smoking property
No pets permitted
Off-street parking for 2 vehicles
Ocean-block location
Rooftop deck with Atlantic Ocean views
Multiple decks and screened-in porch
Beautifully renovated townhome

All VRBO reservations are a booking request only until confirmed by Property Manager. You will be required to sign a Residential Lease Agreement and make your payment within the required deadlines provided or your booking request will be cancelled. As a property manager, we welcome “Special Event” rentals. All properties are individually owned and not all properties are available for “Special Event” rentals. Credit Card payments subject to 2% fee.

Professionally Managed by Coldwell Banker Premier.
Delaware Rental License #2025701763

🌊 Don't Wait for Next Year to Enjoy Dewey Beach!
Whether you're looking for a Halloween weekend, a quiet fall retreat, a Thanksgiving getaway, a holiday vacation, or a fun-filled New Year's celebration, 17D Emerald Shoals puts you right in the heart of it all.
The beach is quieter. The sunsets are beautiful. The restaurants are still calling. And Dewey Beach has plenty happening all season long.
Book your fall or holiday escape now and experience why the Delaware beaches are worth visiting all year long!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is 17D Emerald Shoals – Your Perfect Fall Escape in Dewey Beach, Ocean Block with Rooftop Ocean Views to the airport?

This vacation home is 19.1 mi (33-min drive) away from the Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 17D Emerald Shoals – Your Perfect Fall Escape in Dewey Beach, Ocean Block with Rooftop Ocean Views have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is 17D Emerald Shoals – Your Perfect Fall Escape in Dewey Beach, Ocean Block with Rooftop Ocean Views to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 2-minute walk from Dewey Beach and 6-minute walk from Indian Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 17D Emerald Shoals – Your Perfect Fall Escape in Dewey Beach, Ocean Block with Rooftop Ocean Views offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 17D Emerald Shoals – Your Perfect Fall Escape in Dewey Beach, Ocean Block with Rooftop Ocean Views?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at 17D Emerald Shoals – Your Perfect Fall Escape in Dewey Beach, Ocean Block with Rooftop Ocean Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 17D Emerald Shoals – Your Perfect Fall Escape in Dewey Beach, Ocean Block with Rooftop Ocean Views?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does 17D Emerald Shoals – Your Perfect Fall Escape in Dewey Beach, Ocean Block with Rooftop Ocean Views have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does 17D Emerald Shoals – Your Perfect Fall Escape in Dewey Beach, Ocean Block with Rooftop Ocean Views have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is 17D Emerald Shoals – Your Perfect Fall Escape in Dewey Beach, Ocean Block with Rooftop Ocean Views to downtown Dewey Beach?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Dewey Beach.

17D Emerald Shoals – Your Perfect Fall Escape in Dewey Beach, Ocean Block with Rooftop Ocean Views Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful, there was tons of space and the home was very clean, amazing place to stay in Dewey!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and hose.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

TheMarketingMomma

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

Great location and very roomy!

We loved the location and the size of the property. It was well equipped with everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robin K.

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

Close to everything

Short walk to beach, fun restaurants and live music. Spacious, lots of balconies and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Joe B.

4 star

We enjoyed our visit very much. The house was good. Joseph is a very good agent and we hope to come back again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

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

Perfect spot for a family beach vacation

After coming to Dewey Beach for several years just us, my husband and I invited our families to join us this year. This house was the perfect spot: super clean, lots of outdoor spaces, enough beds for everyone, etc. But nothing can beat its proximity to the beach and all of the restaurants that Dewey has to offer! We would definitely look into staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth P.

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

Weekend stay

The house was nice- however it did not feel clean, couch was faded, rugs needed updating
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Chuck S.

Nice house on beach block

Nice comfortable house in walking distance to everything in Dewey. Came here for a winter getaway and had a nice time, although it definitely needs a larger hot water heater, we had to stagger showers in order to not run out of hot water mid shower. Minor issues with this house are there are no doors between the three floors so all the cold air settles to the ground floor and the upper floors are warm.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

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

Wedding

In Dewey for a wedding at Baywood Greens!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tom O.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great week at the beach

Very nice beach townhouse. End unit. Good mattresses. Awesome screened in deck right off the kitchen for outdoor meals. Can see both the ocean and bay from the front decks and rooftop deck. Good common areas on the main level. All around great stay for our party of seven.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brittany E.

Excellent Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved this 3 story condo since we had 14 people vacationing. There was enough move around space and perfect distance to the beach. It's further from Rehoboth than we would have liked, but great for first time beach kids. The home wasn't cleaned well considering there was food on the floor and chairs (neighbor said cleaning svc was only there a cpl min). The frig is loud and the first floor smelled of cat litter, but all things manageable.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gail M.

Review of 17DVan Dyke

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was as usual wonderful
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Sally W.

July 2023 stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beach trip
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

julie m.

2023 Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My experience at first was very frustrating as our reservation from the prior year was not entered on the exit of our agent. We lost our usual week and had to scramble to pick a new one. Our new agent was very nice and very helping in finding us a new week. Unfortunately most of our party had to leave early in the week due to prior obligations but hopefully next year we are back on track. We absolutely love the property we stay in and definitely didn’t want to go anywhere else.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Joe B.

Great vacation spot and facility

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time. We have stayed in the same facility for several years and it works very will with our family. The only problem we had was a leak from the HVAC on a rainy night. We could not use one bed because it was wet. The issue was resolved the next day.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Great Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: WE had a great time! the rental was spacious,clean, convenient. Best part was all of the decks/outdoor space. The house was well stocked.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Topton, PA

Surprises

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved all the updates to this property, especially the new flooring! Another great year at Emerald Shoals 17D!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

Great vacation spot and facility

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have vacationed at Dewey Beach for 5 or 6 years. We have used Coldwell for the rental. We have always had good service and particularly Joseph G. has served above and beyond expectation. The property was renovated in 2022 and it was excellent. The floors and paint and several other amenities made it much nicer than the previous year (Which was ok as well). We had a small problem with the dryer and Joseph worked to resolve it quickly. it is on the beach block so it was good for our little ones. they had nice beach chairs and the outdoor shower (also upgraded) was great for the kids -and adults.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Trumbauersville, Pa.

Emerald Shoals 17d

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location in Dewey Beach. Love the layout of the house. Very nice. Only thing that was a little disappointing was the maintenance. Since we were there after Labor Day there was a lot of work to be done. A little more should be done in season 2 keep it up in shape. The to6aster was broken the hose nozel in the outside shower was broken.the faucet on the third floor bathroom didn't work a toilet and a third-floor bathroom didn't work properly. The screen door on deck did not close. The screens were ripped on the door and in multiple other places. These were just the main issues.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Marcia O.

Dewey Beach Townhouse perfect rental

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed in this townhouse for a week the past two Septembers. It has everything you need and we noticed some improvements made in 2021. We will definitely stay here again.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Joni D.

Nice place, but...

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We really liked the lay out and all of the balconies at 17D Emerald Shoals. We also liked how so many restaurants were in walking distance. But there is a major ant problem in this condo. First, we found a lot on the roof top deck. Then I found more in both of the bathrooms on the 3rd floor. The worst was at the end of the week when an unopened box of crackers in the kitchen cabinet was totally infested with ants! We knew there was probably a problem when we saw ant traps all over the kitchen as well as ant spray under the sink.There was also a very odd aroma on the ground floor, maybe urine? But also, this was probably already known since there was a can of room spray on the bench as soon as we walked in. The place needs to be fumigated and really needs to be freshened up with a good cleaning and some paint.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

julie m.

Vacation rental review

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stay here every year and love it! Understandably there will always be something not up to someone’s expectations which is rare when we arrive. This year when we arrived the cleaning crew had left their cleaning supplies (windex) one in the refrigerator and one in the bedroom along with their uses towels. The refrigerator has a very weak seal and we lost some food but no big deal, we just had to make sure everyone knew to push it shut and make sure it was closed. The first floor bedroom bed is horrible- but the couch is super comfy! We love Sally and coldwell banker- she makes it so easy for us every year and we will continue to return! I’m a bit of a clean freak so I clean when we arrive anyway- and make sure it’s cleaner than we found it before we leave!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

Great vacation spot and facility

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were well served and it was a condo that allowed our family to enjoy creation and rest well in a nice environment
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

Very clean, well stocked and great location!

This was our first time staying at 17D but won't be our last. Our family has vacationed in Dewey for 15 years and typically stayed north in Rehoboth by the Sea. We needed more room as the family grows and wanted close to the beach. This house had everything we needed! Our favorite part was the screened porch for breakfast and happy hours with plenty of cross breeze and no bugs! The rooftop deck was also a hit at sunset. The checkin process was so smooth and easy, too. Definitely consider this place, just not the week we want next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

Great beach house

This was a great house for a family beach vacation. The house was well located, close to the beach, restaurants, ice cream shop. We were pleasantly surprised to find beach toys and chairs, and the kitchen was well supplied with everything we needed. We had a wonderful week there and hope to return to Dewey Beach in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016