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Beach nearby, sun loungers
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Smart TV, fireplace, offices
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Milford, DE
  • Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Prime Hook Beach
  • Broadkill Beach Beaches
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County)

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About the neighborhood

Milford

On waterfront.Within a 5-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge and Prime Hook Beach. Broadkill Beach Beaches is within 3 miles (5 km) and South Rookery Golf Course is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Broadkill Beach Beaches - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Slaughter Beach - 20 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Lewes Beach - 31 min drive - 19.0 miles
  • Cape May - Lewes Ferry - 33 min drive - 21.6 miles

Getting around

  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Backyard - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Po' Boys Creole & Fresh Catch - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Beaches Seafood of Milton - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wings To Go - ‬14 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.

A wonderful retreat in this unique bayside village!

Welcome to paradise! Primehaven, in Primehook Beach, DE is back to nature with all the comforts of home. Out the back door you have an open deck with beautiful views of Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge, great for bird watching and relaxing as the evening sun sets in the west. Out front you enjoy a beautiful sunrise and are just steps away from two entrances to a dog-friendly, not crowded beach on the Delaware Bay. Yes, our house is pet friendly with a pet fee!

Primehaven is the perfect place to unwind, relax and enjoy time with family and friends. The house is a recently built (2012), open and airy, sanctuary that sleeps 6-7 people. The 1st floor of the house has an open living area which includes a large living room with cathedral ceiling, the deck, and a large kitchen, all with views of the wildlife refuge. This level also includes a queen bedroom suite with a full bath, a laundry room and powder room.

The second bedroom is actually a large second floor loft overlooking the first floor as well as the wildlife refuge. It has an open architecture as well, has a queen and two single beds and a trundle bed, and an office area (but who wants to work?), and of course, a full bath. Windows on the east side provide an overview of the bay and the community and to the west look over the beautiful refuge.

Family meals? The house has a well equipped kitchen and a dining area. We do not have a dish washer but do provide paper places if you don't want to wash the dishes! Beach toys? The house has many beach chairs to choose from, kites, boogie boards and large floats/boogie boards.

We hope you enjoy the time to unwind and escape the beach crowds to spend quiet time with family and friends. Please keep in mind that this is a private beach and is not a groomed beach.

Notes-
1. The TV in the living room is a smart TV. Should you desire, you may use your Netflix, Hulu (etc) account on that TV. Please make sure you sign out of your account before you leave! Please do not order movies on the Xfinity account.

2. We do not provide linens. Please bring up to 3 sets of queen sheets, 3 twin set for beds (a queen-ish set if you plan to use the pull out couch) and towels for the bath and beach. If you prefer to rent them please visit 227rent.com and they can drop off and pick up anything you will need.

Property manager

Elizabeth (Betsy) Coe

Languages

Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector 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 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is A wonderful retreat in this unique bayside village! to the airport?

This vacation home is 16.7 mi (28-min drive) away from the Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does A wonderful retreat in this unique bayside village! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is A wonderful retreat in this unique bayside village! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 1-minute walk from Prime Hook Beach and 19.6 mi (32-min drive) from Lewes Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does A wonderful retreat in this unique bayside village! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at A wonderful retreat in this unique bayside village!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at A wonderful retreat in this unique bayside village!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at A wonderful retreat in this unique bayside village!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does A wonderful retreat in this unique bayside village! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does A wonderful retreat in this unique bayside village! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is A wonderful retreat in this unique bayside village! to downtown Milford?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Prime Hook Beach.

A wonderful retreat in this unique bayside village! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Property - Great View

This was our second stay at Primehaven. We enjoyed it just as much as last year. The house is beautifully maintained and well provisioned. The ability to sit on the deck and enjoy the beautiful view of the marsh is a big part of what keeps us coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thoughtful hosting stunning scenery

The cottage was beautiful and well kept. Stunning views of the natural preserve that afforded for breathtaking sunsets. From the second story loft area, you could see the bay and the ocean . Due to the time of year(sun placement) I watched a semi obstructed view of the sunrise each morning. Truly, stunning. The house had all the necessary and mostly brand name household items one would need, soaps, foils, storage bags, trashbags, wipes, etc. Along with all the traditional items like a roasting pan, baking sheets, etc. I'm not doing it justice, they had everything I could think of that I would need, except maybe a kettle. It really felt like i was staying at a friend's house. The beds were comfortable and had a bed topper on them for added comfort. They squeaked a bit but not enough to wake you up. The couch was comfortable to nap on, although we didn't pull the mattress out. The additional seating in the living room was odd - looked like waiting room chairs. But my group didn't need them, we happily sat on the couch and lounge chair. The three walk-in showers (including outside) had great water pressure! The bedroom and bathroom doors are pocket doors - a brilliant use of space. The weather was cool during our visit. So opening up the back deck and the windows creates a wonderful relaxing cross breeze. A great visit at a great house! Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

Liked: Cleanliness

First time at Prime Hook

The home was beautiful and very much as described on the listing. Easy walk to the beach and we enjoyed the beach almost daily. Great location for all ages as we had young children and adults staying. Peaceful, serene, and relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

We had a great stay! Primehaven is clean, comfortable & perfect for our family! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved our stay!

Great house, beautiful views of preserve. Easy to get to beach. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

damian b., union, usa

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Stay

Can't say enough about our stay. Beautiful property. Wonderful Host. Idyllic Location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thank you

My daughter had a lacrosse tournament in Frederica and we had a wonderful time here. Great experience. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Wish I could give 10 stars to this property and Betsy!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house close to relaxing beach

Amazing views of the nature preserve, well stocked kitchen, and wonderful location in prime hook beach for those who want a respite from the beach crowd.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet, calming and all about nature;)

We love PH- and the simplicity of the place- in fact we are building there over the next 18-24 months- but wanted to enjoy the place - and this house is perfect for us and our two pups- stocked with everything, great views- for a smaller home- the space is used very well-easy walking and biking - only 6 miles to a wonderful town with everything you need- We love it- definitely will stay again in this lovely beach cottage!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

charles s.

Liked: Cleanliness

New Years weekend

Great home and location. My wife and I and our dogs had a great long holiday weekend. We would definitely stay again. Sunset views from out back cant be beat.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mj B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving

The home was great! It was so well equipped. Sitting on the deck watching the wildlife was relaxing. The sunsets were absolutely breathtaking. We will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Wildlife Refuge View

We really enjoyed our stay at PrimeHaven. Everything at the house was clean and fresh even though we were there at the end of the season. It’s one of the best appointed houses we’ve ever stayed in. They really have thought of everything. The pictures posted provide an accurate depiction of the house, but I was bowled over by the expansive view from the deck. It’s the perfect place for morning coffee/tea, birdwatching, and enjoying the spectacular sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Primehaven was Prime Heaven!

If you are looking to for peace and quiet, Primehaven is your ticket! Situated in a nature preserve, you just need to take your binoculars out on the back deck to birdwatch and enjoy nature. The sunsets are beautiful and the bay beach is just across the street to watch the sunrises. The house was VERY clean and stocked with everything needed for a relaxing stay, but it is just a short drive to Milton, Lewes and all the more typical beachy places for ice cream, breakfast or a good meal. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home at a beautiful spot

We had a terrific stay— house is very comfortable and well stocked, location is beautiful, and it was a great place to come for a relaxing and fun family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Paradise

Beautiful home just as promised. Awesome hosts who answered questions very quickly! The home was clean, with thoughtful provisions and well stocked kitchen. The outdoor view is spectacular especially if you like Great Blue Herons. The neighbors were so friendly. A beautiful retreat situated on the edge of nature at its best. A must stay! We loved it and will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin E., Pittsburgh

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing family vacation spot

Nothing but good things to say about this beautiful, well-kept family home. Quality furnishings, including the outdoor furniture, and the cleanest outdoor shower I’ve ever used, made our visit very pleasant. The owner kindly provided paper goods and soap products to make it even easier. We had a great week of amazing views and floating in the bay; can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach vaca

I can not say enough good about our stay. My only complaint was the mosquitoes & that was no ones fault. My family had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Nicole Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

Beautiful house with top notch amenities. Awesome, quiet and friendly neighborhood. House has everything you need, and then some. Loved the 4th of July parade. Short walk to the beach access. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer vacation

Excellent overall experience. Home was beautiful. Extremely clean and well maintained. Easy walking distance and access to the beach which was essentially a private beach. Nice assortment of beach supplies available. Kitchen supplies were well stocked. Beds were very comfortable. Only had one minor issue with a door lock sticking to which owner addressed immediately. Our family intends to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

We had a wonderful stay at PrimeHaven. It is nicely situated with views of the refuge and close access to the beach and main road. The place is new and modern, with a great kitchen, lots of windows, very clean and modern. We only had two nits. The first is that there are no sheets. While this is stated in the description, it is at the end and there was no reminder in the check-in instructions. Because no sheets is pretty rare these days, and so important, we believe that it should be more prominently listed in the ad. And, specifically stated in the check-in instructions. The second is no dishwasher. This is also stated in the description. Not a huge deal, but seems a little strange with such a new kitchen. And, who wants to do dishes on a vacation! These points would not prevent us from staying here again. We had a great trip, and the place was wonderful. We look forward to coming again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent!

Property location is gorgeous, house is clean, comfortable and very well appointed, communication was straightforward and Betsy was wonderful, we thoroughly enjoyed our week-long stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy, Comfy & Complete

Beautiful home, well equipped. Amazing views of marsh and wildlife. Short walk to beach… greatly appreciated by us and our puppy (slept well) Lucky to see a sunset or two :) Thank you! Bob, Paulette & Misty too
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

Liked: Cleanliness

A refuge within a refuge

Beautiful home; beautiful setting; enormously restorative!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Prime hook gem!

We had a great time at this gorgeous prime hook home in a quiet and peaceful neighborhood. Beach was super close and we had stunning sunsets! The house had everything we needed to cook meals and we enjoyed several glasses of wine on the porch overlooking the nature preserve. We hope to stay here again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022