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Dog Friendly Home, Views of the Delaware Bay & Prime Hook National Refuge, Dock

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Property grounds
5 bedrooms, free WiFi
Smart TV, books
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    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.

Dog Friendly Home, Views of the Delaware Bay & Prime Hook National Refuge, Dock

Broadkill Beach will make you feel like you’re on a private beach. Enjoy the views of the Delaware Bay at sunrise from the front deck and of the Broadkill River and Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge at sunset right off our back decks. Spend a relaxing vacation in our home, which offers a well-stocked kitchen. The upper level features a master bedroom, a bonus kid’s bedroom, and bathroom. The middle level contains the main living area, kitchen, bathroom and two bedrooms. The bottom level has its own entrance and offers a bedroom, bathroom, and a large washer and dryer. There’s also an outdoor shower for rinsing off the sand. We provide two 50" flat screen TV with Comcast cable, wireless high speed internet, a propane grill, front and back deck seating areas, board games and a large bookcase for your enjoyment.

There is a dog fee of $30 per day per dog, up to two small/medium size dogs permitted. We provide a medium and large size dog crates for your use.

Linens are NOT included in our rental so please plan on bringing your own. Each bed will have a mattress cover and a bedspread. The home contains 2 king beds, 2 queen beds, and 1 single bed.

For nature lovers, see if you can spot the wild foxes, dolphins, birds or the famous guinea hens. Guests enjoy being able to see the many stars at night from the decks. Want to fish or crab? Be sure to purchase a Delaware fishing license and you can fish right on the beach or on the private dock located on the property. Crabbing is also permitted on the dock with a valid fishing license.

Visit the Broadkill Store, which offers fishing supplies, limited assortment of grocery items, sandwiches, pizza, milkshakes to order, ice cream, and a small gift-shop area. Don't forget to pre-order homemade donuts on the weekend or delicious stickie buns on Tuesdays.

Not far away is the historic town of Milton. Visit Dogfish Head Brewery (tours available), King’s Homemade Ice Cream Shop, or Irish Eyes Pub & Restaurant. Venture towards Rehoboth Beach located 20 minutes south for tax-free outlet shopping, boardwalk rides, games and restaurants.

** The outside property has security cameras that allow the owners to monitor the property. The security cameras are motion activated and normally deactivated during a renters stay. The southern camera point north and covers the driveway and primary staircase. The western camera points east and covers the backdoor and back staircase. A flood light camera covers the primary staircase and south deck.

Property manager

Mark and Jeanne Fox

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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 fire extinguisher 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

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About the neighborhood

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DE, Milton

What's nearby

  • Prime Hook Beach - 8 min walk
  • Broadkill Beach Beaches - 15 min walk
  • Cape Henlopen State Park - 22 min drive
  • Cape May - Lewes Ferry - 23 min drive
  • Lewes Beach - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lewes Diner - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Surf Bagel - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Big Oyster Brewery - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Irish Eyes - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog Friendly Home, Views of the Delaware Bay & Prime Hook National Refuge, Dock pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Dog Friendly Home, Views of the Delaware Bay & Prime Hook National Refuge, Dock?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog Friendly Home, Views of the Delaware Bay & Prime Hook National Refuge, Dock?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog Friendly Home, Views of the Delaware Bay & Prime Hook National Refuge, Dock located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge and Prime Hook Beach. Broadkill Beach Beaches and Beach Plum Island Nature Preserve are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Dog Friendly Home, Views of the Delaware Bay & Prime Hook National Refuge, Dock Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marijo P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice vacation property!
Second year at this property. Everything was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Maureen K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Location
Don't know when the pictures of the property were taken, however we found them to be misleading and not accurate representation of reality. The tile floors are in rough shape. The refrigerator, vent hood, and cabinet are in desperate need of replacement. There was a noticable odor in the house all week. The dust on vent grate in living room under the TV was gross. I didn't think I should be responsible to move the TV to get to it to clean it. I cleaned the first day we were there, and I cleaned b4 we left. I am glad my kids weren't able to come down because I would have been embarrassed by the cleanliness of the place. We don't believe our experience was a good value for the weekly rental asking price. The only thing this place has going for it is the proximity to the beach the sunrise and sunset views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Broadkill Beach
Had a great family week with lots of room to spread out. Wish the jellyfish weren't so thick, after a couple of stings we had to drive to Lewes or Rehobeth to get in the water. Very well equipped kitchen, but could use a deep clean and some TLC. Excellent host, quick to respond and very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

David E.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Problems at 1603 S. Bayshore Drive
House needs a good cleaning. Cobwebs all over the house. Black mold in the downstairs bathroom. Fan provided in ground floor room, was full of dust, we could not use the fan. The ceiling fan by the stove stopped working. The heat shields on the barbecue were so rusty, they collapsed on the heating elements. Would not use it! It was fun to have my family here, but it left a lot to be desired
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We enjoyed our stay at Broadkill beach and we will definitely be back. Very quiet area. The house worked great for our family. Lots of room for everyone and a short walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation 2024
Thank you so much for allowing my family enjoy your beautiful beach house! We could not have asked for a better location to enjoy both the canal and the beach. We will be booking our trip for next year!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation Home
The house was perfect. It had all of the essentials needed for a great vacation. Great location, a short walk to the beach, the dock was great for crabbing. The back decks were perfect to watch the sunset. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic space
The views are spectacular, the house has plenty of bedrooms, it is well stocked with puzzles, games, and books. The grill and kitchen are all wonderful with everything you need and there is plenty of porch space to entertain. They provided kayaks and have their own dock to launch from. Super convenient to the ocean - 2 minute walk and is nice and quiet. Would definitely go back
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend get a way
I love how quiet and peaceful broadkill beach is. We enjoyed our short get away over the last few days! House was as advertised. A couple little things needed cleaned prior to unpacking but overall a great experience! Thanks for sharing your house with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jenifer R.

Seclusion at the beach
We first rented this property during covid and found the seclusion perfect to avoid covid. Now we continue to come for the privacy and seclusion. The beach is a short walk over the dune across from the house so we go often, even for just a short sunrise walk with the pup. Most of our time at the house is spent on the screened in porch sipping drinks, reading, watching the marsh birds and sunsets (all while avoiding mosquitos!). The kitchen has everyhing we need. This year we experienced tropical storm Ophelia during our stay which was exciting. Sorta like being in a carwash for two days. The house stood her ground and Im sure the leaks discovered will be fixed before the next deluge. The kitchen and bathrooms are very clean but, we used the downstairs suite for the first time this trip and, once again, my son and his wife felt the need to wash the comforter and mattress pad. Our pup loves the house and loves being on the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Vacation Spot
Our first trip to Broadkill Beach and it won’t be our last!! So convenient to the beach and we loved the privacy! Bedrooms on 3 different floors worked well for us. Owner very responsive to any questions we had. Our 3-year old grandson said this morning as we were leaving “Can we all come back to this house next year?”!! That says it all!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice property - short walk to the beach
Very clean, nice views, short walk to the beach.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marijo P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this house!
It was smooth sailing all the way, from check in and throughout our entire stay. The neighborhood was quiet with lots of access to water. It was almost like having the beach to ourselves and the kids loved it! Thank you for sharing your lovely home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob A., Pennsdale

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a good time
Good location and very quiet with easy beach access.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice comfy place
Don’t be expecting a fancy place but it was comfortable and perfect for our family. Lots of books and games and nice big kitchen table for the family to eat and play games.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan V., Tilton

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
The 3 levels of this house provided plenty of space and privacy for each family unit. My husband and I loved the screened back porch for morning coffee and bird songs. Our granddaughter loved the spiral stairs! Beautiful, quiet beach and calm water.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Z., Palmyra PA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Broadkill Family Vacation
We loved the house everything was clean, the kitchen was well stocked,any issues that arose were addressed immediately and everything was taken care quickly would definitely recommend this house!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Isolated and relaxing
We like this property because of its isolation and access to the beach and marsh. Sunrises on the front deck and sunsets on the back porch are gorgeous. Great pkace for birds as well! There are empty lots on either side and across the street from this house which creates the isolation we enjoy. We did alot of cooking inside and outside, Kitchen is well equipped. Being able to just walk across the street to the beach any time of day is so convenient. The beach is never crowded. The house, beach and "town" are all pet friendly. The only problem we have ever had is with cleanliness of the bedding. A couple times we have had to wash a mattress cover and comforter before we could use them. Perhaps cleaning of bedclothes should be done by the cleaning company after each use, especially because it is a pet friendly house. This will not stop us from renting this lovely house in this lovely setting in this lovely town.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beacb vacation
Very quiet and peaceful trip. The house was was pleasant and clean. Lots of games and books for all ages. Communication with the owners was easy and got very prompt responses. Even though we decided against bringing out dog, it is a pet friendly property with some dog crates available for use. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan G E.

Liked: Cleanliness
SHORT VACAY BEFORE CRUNCH
The only thing I would change was the weather. It was too cold and windy to go to the beach. We have stayed in plenty of houses on the beach or a block away over the years. This was the best one yet. The house was clean with plenty of light. The master suite was a little bit difficult for me to get to. We teased the kids by saying the bonus room was their bedroom. The two of them stayed down in the basement unit to watch TV AND play with PlayStation5 that we brought with us. Napping happened frequently over the 4 days. The kitchen and eating area were the perfect size for the 4 of us and our dog who loved being on the beach no matter the weather. The kitchen offered any gadget or pan you might need. What a luxury to have a garbage disposal at the beach. We can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Property was exactly as described
Perfect house for two couples. The separate masters were ideal. Great location for peace and quiet while being 15 minutes to great restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great space for quiet walks on winter beach + excellent kitchen space
Best things: Kitchen is roomy and stocked with everything (not edible) that we needed for group meals, with a gorgeous high-top table large enough for eight. Lots of outdoor space. Easy access to the beach and to the river. Excellent wi-fi! Key caveats: there are only three bathrooms + an outdoor shower. The ground floor room has a separate entrance, which could be great for privacy but meant that the person down there had to go outside (not so fun in winter) and run upstairs to join us or access the kitchen. Plan to bring: towels, bath mats, sheets (1 twin, 2 queen, 2 king), hand soap, dishwasher detergent, kitchen towels, etc. You can find extra bedspread/light comforters in the two rooms with king beds. If you don't have sheets, you can rent them from the housekeeper, who is terrific. Our experience: I was here with 4 friends for a writing retreat. The common area was too small for 5 people, so we spilled over to the kitchen table. The furniture was not really designed for all-day writing but is fine for a beach getaway. We'd love to stay here again in late autumn or early spring.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Dawn S., Annapolis, Maryland USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous location between the Bay and the wildlife preserve
Family - ranging from age 10 to 72 - had a beautiful Thanksgiving week in this gorgeous spot, what an ideal location - right across the road from the Bay/beach, with the river/wildlife refuge in the back. My son loved the dock and even caught a few fish. House was warm and cozy. Amazing views from the master bedroom (though some might find the spiral staircase a bit tricky - my dog did!) and the grandparents loved having the ground floor suite to them selves (it was easy to get upstairs to the rest of the house via well-lit and partially covered back steps). The house is showing a bit of wear and tear but overall wonderful. The owners were very responsive to questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Patricia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location
I traveled there for a long weekend with the family. We are 6 adults ,2 teenagers, and 2 small dogs. The home was pleasant and well appointed. I esp loved the decks that overlook the bay on the one side and the marsh on the other. It was lovely to be in nature. We had bonfires on the beach at night. The only down side was the burrs that we got on us and the dogs . I would suggest a boardwalk for the renters to get to the beach as an improvement.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, would recommend with caveats
We loved the house for the simplicity of what it offered...we felt safe and comfortable, right by the ocean on one side and the river on the other, it was beautiful! On the other hand, some things to consider: - Master bedroom's bathroom does NOT have a useable shower/tub for adults (over 4 feet tall) due to its weird placement. Can only be used as a tub for children. Was not shown in photos. Resorted to other two showers. Same goes for "extra twin bed in Master bedroom." - Some spiders and bugs, but nothing unexpected given the area. Be prepared. - Towels count as linens so must bring your own towels - Also, most of the beds are hard and slightly uncomfortable but manageable for couple nights. - None of the light switches are placed intuitively and you must search for them in most of the rooms. Other than that, the place is great and would recommend overall!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022