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The Mermaid Cottage WaterFront Cottage

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Exterior
On the beach
Interior
TV, fireplace
2 bedrooms, free WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 688 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

The Mermaid Cottage WaterFront Cottage

*Whole-house UV Air Purifier installed for quality indoor air. This system kills viruses and bacteria.
*The cottage has a no-cancellation policy and trip insurance is strongly encouraged.
***Please Note Guests are required to bring their own sheets ,pillowcases and towels***Blankets, mattress pads and pillows are provided
*This darling bayfront cottage is one for your memory book! This is the place for you if you are looking for peace and quiet in a kinder, gentler rustic community. Enjoy this sleepy little town with nature abound. Bikes and Nature have the right of way in this sleepy town. The sunsets over the marsh are fabulous. The cottage is a direct waterfront on Delaware Bay. Beautiful quiet beach location minutes from Lewes Ferry, Dewey Beach, Rehoboth Beach, borders to Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge. Tennis courts 1/2 mile away; Golf Course 15 min away. Nearby Dover Downs Casino/Harrington Casino and Tax-free Outlet shopping.
*Beds 2 full size and one queen sofa bed. *Extra queen-size bed on the porch.
*Bring your fishing poles, kayaks, paddle boards! Public boat ramp available.
*Check-in time 3pm
*Checkout time 10am
*Smoking is not permitted inside the cottage or porch. Smoking permitted outside only. Deposit will be lost if cleaners find evidence of smoke.
Disclosure: One owner is a licensed *Delaware Real Estate Broker please let us know if you wish to view any property during your stay and will be happy to show you available properties for sale.

More Information below...
How far is it to... ? (listed in the off-season)
*35 mins to Lewes Ferry
*35 mins to Rehoboth Beach
*30 mins to the Outlets
*15 mins to golfing
*15 mins to Movie Theater (Milford) or 25 mins to Lewes)
*30 mins to Casinos in Harrington/Dover

*The small lapping waves are easy for young ones to negotiate and wade while enjoying the water.

*This is a natural beach and there can be bugs, mosquitoes, horseflies, etc, and may be worse depending on how the wind is blowing. We do reccomend bringing bug spray.

*The Cedar Creek Marina, with access to the Mispillion River leading to the Delaware Bay, is just minutes away and can be contacted for fishing trips. There is also a FREE newly renovated public launch across the river on Lighthouse Road which is run by the Department of Parks and Recreation.

*Milford is six miles inland on a relaxing country road with every store you could need to outfit your vacation. There you can find local cafe/ice cream shops, liquor stores, antique shops, art galleries, specialty shops, drug stores, department stores, and many restaurants Walmart Super Center is open 24 hours a day .. Milford is a year-round community.

*Easy biking distance (2.8 miles) is the DuPont Nature Center, an ecotourism destination, with tours and hands-on activities for children and adults.

*There are numerous public access parking areas all along the two miles of the main road, Bay Avenue, (ANY of the named roads has public beaches). The beach next to the Fire Dept. has restrooms and a new shaded picnic gazebo. There is a children's playground along with tennis and basketball courts next just across from the main beach. Next door is the Fire House which occasionally has events.

*Biking and rollerblading is a favorite activity on Bay Avenue since there are no cross streets, so it is relatively safe. Please feel free to bring your own bikes. Keep in mind, Delaware requires children to wear helmets.

*Slaughter Beach is a world-famous birding habitat and horseshoe crab sanctuary. You can marvel at the hundreds of bird species including the endangered Red Knot as they stop to feed on horseshoe crab eggs on their way north. Most people thrill at the spectacle while others are a little horrified by the crab's primitive looks. They are completely harmless but can cause the water's edge to be littered with their shells.
*Watch for the just-hatched baby turtles headed to the Marvel Preserve just behind us in early summer. Slaughter Beach is surrounded by wildlife preserves on all three non-water sides. Eagles and Ospreys can be seen nesting at the south end.

***Please note: Slaughter Beach is perfect for nature lovers and anyone that is looking for beauty and a place for peace and quiet. This is a residential beach town and can feel rustic, remote, and deserted for some folks. Others will love being away from the hustle and bustle of the busier beach towns. ***

Property manager

Nora Martin

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Porch

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: No smoking or Vaping inside cottage .

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Unit size: 944 square feet

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Check-in

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

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
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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 are allowed on site
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Whole House UV Air Purifier Waterfront Cottage Pets welcome

About the neighborhood

Map
Slaughter Beach, DE

What's nearby

  • Slaughter Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Prime Hook Beach - 17 min drive - 14.0 km
  • DE Turf Sports Complex - 21 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Cape May - Lewes Ferry - 29 min drive - 33.5 km
  • Lewes Beach - 32 min drive - 35.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaisy's Delights - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Nick & Charlie's Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Em Ing's BBQ - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Popadoo's Market & BBQ - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Rookery North Golf Course - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mermaid Cottage WaterFront Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Mermaid Cottage WaterFront Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Mermaid Cottage WaterFront Cottage ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Mermaid Cottage WaterFront Cottage located?

This family-friendly Milford cottage is located on the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge and Slaughter Beach. Prime Hook Beach and The Rookery North Golf Course are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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The Mermaid Cottage WaterFront Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 171 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
We were in the area to visit family and always enjoy the Slaughter Beach for its quiet natural beauty. The Mermaid Cottage was clean, comfortable, and equipped with everything we needed. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kate F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Restful and relaxing
Slaughter Beach is private, quiet, clean, dog friendly and so much more. The Mermaid Cottage was perfect for enjoying everything the area has to offer. We hope to return for many more vacation experiences!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and Cozy
We had a great time. Definitely will be back in the summer to enjoy the bay which is steps away from a wonderful fenced in backyard for our little dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to visit
The cottage was clean and very unique. I loved the sitting area looking out at the beach. The air conditioning was top notch. The cottage had everything you need for an amazing beach day. I will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute, quaint stay!
The house was very cute and the access to the beach was awesome. The neighborhood was extremely quiet. Having a fenced in yard for our dog was truly appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mini vacation with our dogs
Our vacation was a quick little trip. We brought both our dogs and the house with the fenced yard was perfect. The house is clean and comfortable. We will book this house again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxation
Clean, quiet and soo relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and cozy cottage
Our two little mermaids loved Mermaid cottage! Cute and cozy cottage - nice accommodations for our family of four. We enjoyed the quiet time on the beach & loved hanging out on the porch!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

rik f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach Time Research
Nice property, great location for a beach trip and access, wifi was spotty, and not many TV channels, but awesome yard, and comfortable house.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

melissa g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As advertised!
The Mermaid Cottage was just what we were looking for…. The beach was great for walking the dog and collecting rocks… the water was calm and warm, great for floating around! If you are looking for a peaceful getaway, you can’t miss with this lovely property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Horseshoe crabs
Peaceful and quiet
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute cottage
This cottage was super cute and I loved the location. Fenced in yard was perfect for the dogs. Only 2 things I wish were better but wouldn’t stop me from staying here again, I wish the beds were bigger and the whole house was beautiful except the shower floor needs to be retiled. Everything else was great though and the owners respond in a timely manner
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and well-maintained
A beautiful, comfortable and well-equipped cottage. On a peaceful beach but close enough to civilization when needed. We received very detailed instructions so we knew what to expect and what to bring along. We and our 11-month old pups (first vacation with them) loved it and plan to return! Difficult to find nicely furnished, on beach and fenced yard all in one property but this it. Exceeded our expectations!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ty L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice private spot
Great little 5 day vacation with my lady and our dogs. Perfect walk to the beach and easy trips to Rehoboth, Lewes and other spots.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend away
Anniversary weekend getaway was just what the doctor ordered! Cottage was cozy just as described. Beach was quiet and private.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach trip
Loved this little cottage by the bay…very clean had everything we needed and the fenced in yards were great for our dogs! We found shells, seaglass on the beach and were able to drive to Rehobeth, Dewey and Lewes for day trips. Very quiet neighborhood. Lisa
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R., Mechanicsburg PA

Nice setting
Great for dogs, nice property
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marta B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation!!
The Mermaid Cottage was great ! Just what we need for few days. House is small but comfortably fit 6 people. Super close to the beach !
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Janna P.

Perfect beachfront cottage
The Mermaid cottage is clean, comfortable and beautifully decorated. Great welcoming space for a small family. Slaughter beach is quiet, uncrowded and modest in size- perfect place to get away from the crowds. We enjoyed staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Rae B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mermaid Cottage
This property is too cute! We had a great stay other than the weather cutting our trip short.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Natalia G., Ridgewood

It is woth the money it cost
Nice decent place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Giulietta R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Week
My husband and I had an amazing time at the Mermaid Cottage. It was cozy, quiet, and private. We loved enjoying the back porch and bringing our dog down to the beach. Enjoyed every moment!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rent Mermaid Cottage!!
The house was great! Beautiful location, welcoming, comfortable house. The landlords, Nora and Frank have created a gem. Highly recommend Mermaid Cottage to any one.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Ann C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Kid friendly
GreAt for young kids to explore during low tide. Hermit crabs, conchs,jellyfish, and horseshoe crabs
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mermaid Cottage
Cute cottage with direct beach access (this is on the DE river), very quiet and peaceful which is exactly what we were looking for! Not much going on if you have kids / teens who want activities, but if you are looking for quiet this is the place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023