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One Block to Beach with no steps to enter, 7 BR, and waterfront enclosed deck

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On the beach, beach towels
Point of interest
Outdoor dining
Miscellaneous
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

7 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 23251 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

One Block to Beach with no steps to enter, 7 BR, and waterfront enclosed deck

Rent a large 7-bedroom, 2 dens house with two kitchens that sleeps 23 people where your family will have plenty of space. There is parking for 7 cars in front driveway. There are no steps to enter lower level of house, which is helpful for persons with mobility issues.

Enjoy the convenience of walking only one block to the beach and three blocks to shops and restaurants, including McDonalds and Dollar General. Our street goes directly over to the beach, and we have a pedestrian crosswalk where you can push the button to stop the vehicles so you can cross the street to the beach.

House is waterfront at 104 Petherton Drive, on a canal with fenced-in, gated back deck for family picnics. Back deck has ocean breeze, Weber gas grills, 3 large dining tables and chairs, a large picnic table, two lounge chairs, and 2 armchairs, useful for serving waterfront dinners to 23 people.
House is beautifully decorated with wicker furniture and beach style quilts, nautical lamps, and wall paintings.
Beach wheelchairs with large wheels are available at the Town Hall.

The two kitchens, one on each level, are fully stocked with porcelain and plastic dishes, silverware, glasses, wine glasses, cookware, serving platters, blenders, coffee makers, Keurigs, knife sets, microwave ovens, toaster ovens, and toasters...everything you need to serve dinners to large groups of people.
House has 3 large dining tables...2 on the upper level (seats 14 to 16), and one on the lower level that seats 8 people.
Crabbing off the back deck available.
There are two central air-conditioning/heating units, one for each level of the house.
House is stocked with paper towels, toilet paper, napkins, hand soap, laundry detergent, fabric softener, trash bags, household cleaning products, dish soap, and dishwasher soap.
House has high-speed Xfinity internet service with extenders throughout house.

Upper-level living room has TV with a Roku player that gets Netflix, Prime Video, AMC, Britbox, MAX, PBS, Hallmark Movies Now, Acorn TV, Paramount +, Criterion TV movies, and other shows and has a DVD player. Upper-level master bedroom has TV with Roku streaming. Lower-level den has 50" Roku TV.
Lower-level master bedroom has TV with Roku player

Upper Level:
Kitchen and dining table that seats 16. A wooden card table and chairs is the den for additional dining seating.
Upper-level living room has L-shaped couch and TV with Roku & DVD player
# 1 Upper-level master bedroom: TV, desk, 3 twin beds (or King and one twin) and bunk beds, has bathroom with shower, sleeps 5
Another bathroom with bathtub/shower is on upper level off hallway.
# 2 Upper-level bedroom: dresser, 2 twin beds or one king, sleeps 2
# 3 Upper-level bedroom: desk, 2 twin beds or one king and set of bunk beds, sleeps 4
# 4 Upper-level bedroom/den has a queen-sized sleeper couch, closet, and card table with chairs
Lower Level:
# 5 Master bedroom has desk, dresser, TV, 2 twins or one king, and half bathroom, sleeps 2
Outdoor shower is off lower level of house
# 6 Lower level bedroom has queen sized bed, sleeps 2
# 7 Lower level bedroom has 2 twins or king-sized bed, sleeps 2
# 8 Lower level bedroom has 2 twins or king-sized bed, sleeps 2
Two bathrooms off lower level hallway, one with bathtub/shower and one with shower
Lower-level den has 2 couches, one of which is a queen sleeper couch, arm-chair, and cable TV with Roku player, DVD player, books, and board games
Lower level has full kitchen and dining table that seats 8
Lower level has laundry room with large washer and dryer

Early check-in and late check-out is available for weekend rentals. Check-in can be as early as 11:00 AM and check-out can be as late as 7:00 PM for weekend and holiday weekend rentals so you can enjoy an extra day at the beach.

Distances from Beach House:
To Ocean Beach
Walking time: 3 minutes to the waterline
To Bethany Town Beach (town center boardwalk)
Distance: 1.4 miles
Driving time: 2 minutes
To McDonalds
Distance: 3 blocks
To Ocean City (Ferris Wheel / Boardwalk)
Driving time: 26 minutes

You can rent kayaks at Coastal Kayaks or sign up for an educational guided kayaking tour of the bay. There are a variety of launch sites on the bay for their tours.




















Property manager

Nancie Crespi

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Lobster/crab pot

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed outside on upper or lower decks

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Golf privileges
  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Local artist showcase
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Unit size: 2700 sq ft (251 sq m)

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
4 total pets
Note from host: Dogs are only allowed on the lower level of house

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 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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Bethany Beach, DE

What's nearby

  • Bethany Beach Beaches - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Fenwick Island Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Bethany Beach Nature Center - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Maryland Beach - 8 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 28 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mango's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bethany Beach Boardwalk - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bethany Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bethany Boathouse - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is One Block to Beach with no steps to enter, 7 BR, and waterfront enclosed deck pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at One Block to Beach with no steps to enter, 7 BR, and waterfront enclosed deck?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at One Block to Beach with no steps to enter, 7 BR, and waterfront enclosed deck?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is One Block to Beach with no steps to enter, 7 BR, and waterfront enclosed deck located?

Located in South Bethany, this beachfront vacation home is in the city center and within 1 mi (2 km) of Bethany Beach Beaches and Fenwick Island Beach. Bethany Beach Boardwalk and Chief Little Owl Totem Pole are also within 2 mi (3 km).

One Block to Beach with no steps to enter, 7 BR, and waterfront enclosed deck Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews" "

7.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Peter P.

It's Just a Rental - Nothing Fancy
The house situated across the highway, a short walk to the beach, makes it a perfect location for the beach vacation but this home is clearly “just a rental”. Cluttered, aged, jam-packed with older furnishings to the point it’s hard to navigate or congregate. The house was advertised as 8 bedrooms but there are only 7 bedrooms. The second floor den and first floor nook sleeper sofas are a plus but it is sleeping in the common areas. The spiral staircase in the middle of the leaving area is not safe for the kids or elderly people. The duct-taped and freshly painted (without warning sign) staircase rails did not make navigating the stairs any more comfortable. The house rules should be provided before booking is made. Washing even 7 sets of bedsheets and towels takes half day of your vacation due to the washing machine quitting periodically. Family and friends made the weekend vacation – as always. Very liked the outdoor patio – where we found the space to gather, unlike inside the home. But overall, this property unfortunately was nothing special.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dennis D.

Liked: Cleanliness
104 Petherton
Great location, well stocked, convenient to the beach and boardwalk. Overall, a wonderful trip. We would stay again. A few minor things we noted: Table and some chairs downstairs in need of repair/replacement. Handrail on spiral staircase doesn't seem sturdy, especially towards the lower end. Downstairs curtain rod attached to wall via duct tape.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Donnell H., Philadelphia

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location in great area
It’s a large dated home with plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms reasonably priced in a great location. The owner, Nancie, was very responsive and even offered to go above and beyond what was offered with the rental. It met our family’s every need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Magalie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
36 anniversary celebration
The house was perfect. Roomy , cozy and very clean . It was a perfect ambience for our first family vacation since my husband’s near death stroke 2 yrs ago. The beach was as described one block away , beautiful and peaceful. My children, their spouses, grandchildren brother in law and sister had a blast. There are so many places and activities nearby for all ages . We are looking forward to going back next year.Our host responded so promptly to any questions we had. Awesome house , awesome host. The house was fully supplied with all daily necessities and more.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house just a block from the beach
This was a comfortable house with plenty of room for our family. Nicely located with an easy walk to the beach. Owner responded quickly to messages. Thanks for a lovely stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
South Bethany
This is a large dated home but in an amazing location with plenty of bathrooms and bedrooms. The owner is very reachable and responsive. Downside is the spiral staircase in middle of house but great to have two kitchens. Air conditioning is wonderful; water pressure very good. We’ve had two wonderful stays at this property for our very large family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful week in Bethany Beach!
We had a fantastic week and enjoyed the beautiful water views from the house. There was plenty of room for us to enjoy meals both inside and outside, and it was a quick walk to the beach. The owner is very kind and a pleasure to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jon G., Rockville, MD

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun week
Nancy was very responsive and the house was great for our group
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Large house, Great location!
My wife and I celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary. We wanted to do something together with our children and grandchildren. 14 people total. This house had plenty of room for all of us. Conveniently located. Just one block from the beach. Also boat docking behind home. Easy access to the bay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Kelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location.
Perfect place for a large group of people who do not need a fancy house. Nancie was wonderful to work with and incredibly responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Nicole S.

Perfect beach location
Was very concerned based on previous reviews. We were happy when we arrived. It is a beach house and what we expected. It accommodated our needs just fine. It is a great location and loved the outdoor yard!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Mark and Alyce A., Morgantown, WV, USA

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location, perfect size, not very well maintained
My family has used Home Away and VRBO for vacation rentals many times over the past 10+ years with great success. Never a complaint until now. This house was the perfect location and size for 17 adults, a 7 year old boy and two dogs for the early June Assateaque Island wedding of my son and daughter-in-law. However, the cleanliness and maintenance lacked. There were cobwebs, dust bunnies and dirt built up everywhere. Remnants of past renters were found on bathroom walls (toothpaste or shaving cream), around furniture (partially empty drink containers and food wrappers), chairs in disrepair in the dining areas both inside and out, broken toilet seats in two bathrooms and the stairway hand rail was not repaired properly and could be dangerous if a person was not careful. The dirt and disrepair was not expected based on the $300 cleaning fee and our entire party agreed if there was more attention paid to cleaning and maintenance this property would be beautiful. I hope the owner is able to make the changes necessary to make this rental the showplace is has the potential to be.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Anthony B.

Great Stay
Nancie was a good host who responded quickly to any messages and was very accommodating to my group.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Tim U.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Family Vacay
Good size for family. GREAT location. Well equipped. Property needs deep cleaning and some TLC. On site maintenance man was terrific. Back deck had holes that were not good for little feet.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Denise B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Just Ok
A lot of deferred maintenance made our stay uncomfortable at times. The outside deck needs alot of attention. Many tripping hazards. Cleaning crew could do a better job. We found empty beer cans behind a bed along with a old water bottle and dirty tissues. There was spilled coffee on one of the bedroom floors. Outdoor deck and grounds had trash in many places. Wifi did not work the whole time we were there. Our grandson who does IT called the number left and it still didnt work. We had to use a hot spot to get anything working. There was not a big enough space for all of us to sit comfortably, without sitting at a kitchen table. It was close enough to the beach and the neighborhood was quiet. The maintenance man was prompt in fixing the broken fence and returned after the storm to see how the property fared.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Kevin Z.

Great location and easy check in/check out
Location great, one block to the beach and you can get anything you’d need with a 10-15 minute drive. Beach was very nice and overall the property fit my groups needs almost perfectly. Only downsides were that there was a very strong smell throughout the upstairs of the house upon checking-in and the house could use a deep cleaning. Would recommend to any group.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020