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Serene Waterfront Home In Fenwick Island - Steps To pool. Minutes To Beach.

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

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

Serene Waterfront Home In Fenwick Island - Steps To pool. Minutes To Beach.

I am very proud to announce our achievement of Premier Partner Status! As you will read in our reviews we are a true rental by owner...not some LLC or management company. You interact direct with the owner (me). This is our house, our mortgage and our effort that bring a great experience to our guests. Thank you to all our past and future guests for making this achievement possible! 😁🏖️😎 -Tom

Update 9/19/21 - The pool is closed for the season. Beaches are always open though :-)

Update 2/11/21 - Well.....2020 sucked...It’s been hard on all of us. I have to say, though, that our guest interaction during Covid was spectacular. Communication is key and our guests knocked it out of the park. We modified our listing to include a professional cleaning/sterilization service on every stay vs formerly allowing guests the option to clean on their own. This gives piece of mind that best efforts to provide every visitor a clean and safe home to enjoy themselves. We are looking forward to our 2021 season as vaccinations continue to roll out and restrictions are eased. Bring on the sun!! Bring on the summer!!!!

Update 4/15/19 - Good golly time flies! We we're blessed with having some of the most wonderful guests this past summer, fall and winter. I continue to enjoy interacting with folks from all over the world and wouldn't change a thing. Off-season improvements include upgraded kitchen items, brand new outdoor shower and foot wash, boogie boards, new Roku Streaming Stick Plus, Hulu (in addition to Netflix and our Amazon Prime library) and some fun new decorations. Feel free to reach out to me with questions, I usually respond within an hour!

5/3/18 - What a pleasure getting to know those that enjoyed Mallard Lakes over the winter and early spring! Every guest has been respectful of our home treating it as if it were their own. I couldn't ask for a better experience renting out our little slice of Fenwick Island. The community is beautiful right now with budding trees, freshly mulched flower beds and baby water fowl running about. Come check it out! Update

1/10/18 - A big shout out to our Fall renters who enjoyed ideal beach weather and fantastic fishing/crabbing. We are receiving daily inquiries/bookings for the Spring and Summer. If you are considering us don't delay and lose out on your chance to stay at Whats Up Dock! Update

9/5/17 - We blinked and the summer has come and gone! Thank you so much to our amazing group of summer guests who were so satisfied with their experience that they are already booking their 2018 vacation! The fall rates are a great value and there is plenty of good beach and boardwalk weather left. Update

6/21/17 - We've had an amazing inaugural rental season with lots of positive feedback. Many thanks to our past renters and looking forward to working with the new ones! Don't forget you can book up to a year in advance so lock in the dates you want for next year's vacation!

Introduction
Thank you for your interest in "Whats Up Dock". A 2 BR 1.5 bath townhome in the family friendly Mallard Lakes Community. Our home is clean, smoke free and child friendly. It receives fresh updates and has been professionally decorated. Perfect for a quick weekend getaway or a month's long retreat.

Location
"Whats Up Dock" provides three necessary parts to anchor (pun intended) your vacation; location, space and comfort. The home is a part of the Mallard Lakes Community which is close enough to enjoy Fenwick Island, Ocean City, Rehoboth Beach, but far enough away from the craziness of “condo canyon”. The grounds and amenities are meticulously maintained year round. We provide the best rental location in Mallard Lakes, just steps to the main swimming pool, hot tub and tennis courts. The home is not buried deep in the community, easy in and easy out. There is a marina within walking distance with restaurants and shops. Easy traffic light entrance and exit eliminates turning headaches during the busy summer season.

Waterfront Sunroom
Did someone say waterfront? Oh yes I did. The sunroom frames direct unobstructed views of the the dock amidst the sparkling sapphire lake while a diverse species of coastal wildlife put on a show for you. Complimentary adult and child binoculars are provided along with a local bird guide. When you are done prop up your feet and allow the fountain to lull you into that long overdue nap! The sunroom is also wired for music with Infinity speakers. Just sync your smart device with the bluetooth stereo receiver and stream away using our complimentary high speed wifi.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms
The tastefully appointed waterview master suite features a king sized bed with an attached bathroom. Inside there are 2 large skylights that provide an abundance of natural light, a dual sink vanity and oversized soaking tub with upgraded shower hardware. The second bedroom contains a bunk bed with single mattresses and a full sized pillow top bed. Each bedroom is equipped with a wall mounted flat screen tv with expanded cable including HBO. The first floor offers a 2 piece powder room off the kitchen.

Kitchen
In the kitchen you will find a breakfast bar with stools and all of the cooking conveniences you should expect; clean and current appliances, quality pots and pans, cooking utensils, grilling utensils, complete knife set, flatware and matching dish set. Wine, beer, margarita & tumbler glasses round out the glassware offerings. Children's plates, bowls, cups and utensils are also stocked.

Living Room
Enjoy lake views from the living room as you relax on the sleeper sofa or lounge in the armchair and ottoman. Even in the summer you can enjoy the ambiance of the remote controlled heat-free fireplace. Enjoy your favorite shows and movies on the large flat screen tv with expanded cable including HBO. There is a ROKU installed with complimentary access to Netflix, Hulu and Amazon Prime. Guests are welcome to view purchased videos in our Amazon library and may rent videos after requesting pin code from owner (cost will be retained from security deposit). Are you an audiophile? Let the premium Bose sound system fill the room with perfection after you sync your bluetooth device to the Sherwood stereo receiver (capable of sending music to living room, sunroom or both).

Dining Room
The large dining room table accommodates 6 people. It provides plenty of space for family meals, puzzles and the occasional intense game of Monopoly that never ends well (you know what I’m talking about).

Bedding Summary:
1 King (Master Bedroom)
1 Full (Bedroom 2)
1 Bunk Bed, Singles (Bedroom 2)
1 Queen Sleeper Sofa (Living Room)
1 Single Sleeper Chair, striped chair converts to bed (Living Room)

Pillows and comforters provided but sheets, pillow covers and towels are not. All guests must bring or rent linens. We can help arrange linen rental from a local service.

Family Friendly Amenities
Pack ‘n’ Play Portable Crib (Sheets not included)
High Chair
Children's plastic forks, knives, spoons, plates, bowls
Pool Noodles Beach Cart Beach Toys Beach Chairs
Baby Portable Playard Gate

Additional Amenities
Complimentary 100MBPS WIFI (easily handles 6 devices)
Expanded cable in each room with HBO ROKU with complimentary Netflix, Hulu and Amazon Prime
Enclosed outside shower plus foot wash (hot and cold water)
Stacked full sized washer and dryer
Complimentary binoculars and bird guide
Complimentary sports equipment for community amenities (basketball, horseshoes, tennis rackets/balls, etc.)
Fishing/Crabbing/Kayaking allowed in community lakes, all have docks
Complimentary Crab pot and fishing pole with tackle box

Property manager

Tom

Languages

English, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Electronic vapor devices prohibited.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Tennis on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Boat on site
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1500 sq ft (139 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Our home is family friendly. Refer to description

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 and 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

Property is also known as

Serene Waterfront Home Fenwick Island Steps Pool. Minutes Beach
Serene Waterfront Home Fenwick Island Steps Pool. Minutes Beach

About the neighborhood

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Selbyville, DE

What's nearby

  • Bayside Resort Golf Club - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Maryland Beach - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Fenwick Island Beach - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Northside Park - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Carousel Ice Skating Rink - 8 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 21 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harpoon Hanna's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mio Fratello Banquets - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Fox's Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪High Stakes Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene Waterfront Home In Fenwick Island - Steps To pool. Minutes To Beach. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serene Waterfront Home In Fenwick Island - Steps To pool. Minutes To Beach.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene Waterfront Home In Fenwick Island - Steps To pool. Minutes To Beach.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serene Waterfront Home In Fenwick Island - Steps To pool. Minutes To Beach. located?

This family-friendly Selbyville vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Assawoman Bay and Shark's Cove Marina. Thunder Lagoon Waterpark and Golf Down Under are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Serene Waterfront Home In Fenwick Island - Steps To pool. Minutes To Beach. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Marsa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long Weekend Stay
We had a lovely time and enjoyed the water views. Some things I would fix would be to add some safety mats or strips in the bottom of the tub to aid those older folks. Also, could use some freshening up of furnishings/carpet. Place was quiet and location good.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family time
Easy check in, love the community.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Cheryl H., Maryland

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Area
We rented this home for Memorial Day weekend and to celebrate my husband’s birthday. Tom was very responsive and quick to address any issues. This is an older home and community and it is very quiet, which we loved. The neighbors seemed friendly. We were surprised at how close it is to Ocean City, where we went fishing, and Assateague State Park, where we saw a few of the wild horses and sat on the beach. Stores and restaurants are also close by. We brought breakfast items to prepare and the kitchen was well appointed. There was an issue with the back sunroom area, and we were unable to use it, but it should be resolved for the next renter. Overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Ronnetta M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Chose another place to stay
The two positive things were that the owner was very responsive and check-in process was easy. Other than this, we were not pleased with the property. The property was older than expected and the pictures were misleading. The property was also not cleaned properly. The carpet needed cleaning, bed liners weren’t clean, there was old used soap left in master bathroom from prior occupants, shower curtain liner in master bedroom was filthy (should have been changed before new guests arrived), closet outside with beach cart and other items was so filled with spider webs and bugs that we didn’t bother using anything. Items in that closet were also rusted. We didn’t touch or remove anything. The ceiling fan in the second room was not secured to the ceiling. It was hanging and I was concerned it would fall down with kids sleeping in the room. Recommend upgrading this property. Cabinets throughout were old and should be refaced. Carpet had lots of wrinkles in it and uneven spots in addition to not been clean throughout. Recommend replacing carpet. Furniture was a littler scratched up (one of the chairs in kitchen and table in dining area). We didn’t spend a lot of time in the house because we had a soccer tournament and because we were extremely uncomfortable with the condition of the property and things being unsanitary.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacation
I stayed here with my husband and two children, ages 5 and 6. We had a blast and loved the unit. The pool was wonderful, the unit was close to the beach and the home itself was clean and perfect for a family. We would love to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great week at the beach!
We've been renting in this condo community every summer for over 10 years, we love the community. This unit is located in a sweet spot, far enough from the road that you don't hear road noise, close to the pool but not too close, and steps from the dock on the lake. Our kids enjoyed fishing on the dock every day, catching white perch, eel, crabs and I'm not sure what else. The unit is well equipped with pretty much anything you could need in the kitchen, lots of games, extra pillows and blankets, and the owner is very responsive. I gave 4 stars for cleanliness because there were A LOT of dead bugs in the sunroom when we arrived but that wasn't necessarily offputting considering the space. Also when hunting for an outlet I discovered what appeared to be a lot of pet hair on the floor behind the living room sectional. I have allergies and was a little sneezy the first few days we were there, but seemed to acclimate after 3ish days, so the hair behind the couch made sense. Again not offputting but a little surprising because otherwise the unit was really clean. The mattress in the Master was really stiff, hopefully they get a new one soon. The mattresses in the other bedroom were all reported comfortable by my kids and Mom. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly A., Lancaster

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you need in one neighborhood
We had a very relaxing week. This is the perfect area for a layed back vacation. It's a peaceful and quiet place. The home was perfect for a family. The kitchen was well appointed and the dining room table and sun room table were perfect for board games and puzzles. The pictures are 100% accurate! Everyone we met was very friendly. We were able to enjoy one of the pools and Ginny, the pool supervisor. was so friendly. We wished we had met her earler!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!
stayed for a few days over spring break. place is nicely furnished and clean. very comfortable to cook in and just chill out. beds were comfortable. would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and comfortable
Would stay here again. Everything was wonderful. No complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

JOANNE G., BALTIMORE

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy Hour
We have stayed here three times and plan on returning. It's close to all our necessary needs when we stay!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Beautiful!
Smooth and easy process
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view, great location, responsive host.
Excellent stay, beautiful view, extra cable TV, clean and comfortable. Would recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Barry W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Loved Mallard Lakes location and community.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

gloria h.

Problem with neighbors something need to be done about that
Neighbors called state police said i was sleep in my car i was outside in my car talking to my family that was renting in bayville shores at 5 pm i was totally offended i have been renting there for 30 years sometimes 3 or 5 property’s at one time we do our family vacation in oc and fenwick island every year we this was a first for me officer say ms it was the neighbors forgive me enjoy your vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

JOANNE G., BALTIMORE

Liked: Cleanliness
The Mallards
This was our second visit to this property. The home is very comfortable and owner is very attentive to your needs. The kitchen has all your needs for a dinner evening in. The pool is right there as well as tennis. Excellent for families. Quiet, inviting neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view and quiet
Great view and quiet. we were looking to get away for the weekend somewhere quiet with a nice view of the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little getaway!
This was a great house! My husband and I brought our two kids (3.5 and 1.5 yrs old) and it was a great spot! If you have kids this is the place for you! The grounds are great for walking/scooters and the playgrounds are right outside! The huge toy bin in the sunroom was a HIT (and an added bonus)! A very short drive to the beach and fun activities! Tom was very responsive and pleasant to work with!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Craig B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mallard Lakes Stay
Great Location, quiet neighborhood. Easy Checkin and Checkout
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Needed a get away from the hustle and bustle of work and life in general. This location was perfect with the location near to the ocean and in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a nice time. Cleaning people showed up late but owner made good for it. Was relaxing enjoyable
Nice close to a lot of things to do
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Claudia N., Forest Hill, MD

Liked: Cleanliness
Good vacation
Great stay, everything as promised except for one thing. Listing said it had an ice maker but only had 2 plastic ice trays!!! Not too good in hot weather, had to buy ice almost everyday! Owner was available for any questions, dryer made a lot of noise but he said ok to use. All in all good vacation, will stay in Mallard Lakes again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Summer H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome family vacation week!
Our family had a wonderful time and experience. There was plenty of room for our family of five. The property amenities were great and kept our family busy and entertained. The host was great with communication and helpful with every question we had.

10/10 Excellent

Shannon P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Laid back vacation
My family really enjoyed staying at this condo. The condo community was quiet and laid back but close to the action. Just a short drive to beaches and Ocean City, MD. The owner, Tom, was very nice and easy to deal with and there were a lot of amenities to keep us busy. I really enjoyed going to the pool every day. It was very close to the condo. Also, the tennis courts, shuffleboard and corn hole were right near the condo. My son loved fishing in the lake behind the house and was thrilled to catch and cook his own crab! I would definitely recommend this property to others.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danielle A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
Needed to get away for a relaxing family vacation and this place was perfect. Very close to the beach and boardwalk areas, but far enough away that you could avoid the crowded areas.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Becky M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
A very cute place to stay,in a quiet community just minutes from many different beaches,shops,etc... We really enjoyed our stay and the home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021