Delightful 3BR+Den\/3BA Home: Gazebo, Hot Tub, Porch, Short walk to Quiet Beach

Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, wheelchair access
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, wheelchair access
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, wheelchair access
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, wheelchair access

About this house rental

Situated in Broadkill Beach, this charming house for R 7,828 per night is a great choice for your next vacation. This lovely three-level, contemporary home is situated just a short block back from a quiet beach that's reminiscent of the movie classic 'Summer of '42'. If you're looking for a quiet, relaxing vacation away from the traffic and hectic pace of Rehoboth, Dewey, Ocean City, and other nearby Atlantic beaches, Broadkill Beach will delight you. While best suited for a party of eight, the house can accommodate up to 10 people. The road into Broadkill passes a championship public golf course. It then winds through the Primehook nature preserve, a birdwatcher's and nature lover's paradise -- putting you back in time to an era where tranquility and open space still exist. The preserve with its pristine waterways for you to explore, is a favorite with kayakers and canoeists. The road ends in an inviting development of charming homes with a single road that parallels the beach. Set back from the road, the house is on a triple lot surrounded by trees, affording ample privacy. The main living level includes a modern kitchen, the second bedroom with its South West decor, a full bath, and an expansive great room featuring cathedral ceilings, sky lights, and fireplace. Through sliding glass doors, the great room opens onto an enclosed porch with expansive windows that provide the best birds eye view of Broadkill's famous home town 4th of July Parade. The front porch with a sofa, rocking chairs, and coffee table also provide an inviting and quiet place for persons to enjoy their early morning coffee or use our wireless Internet access to catch up on their latest emails. A flight of stairs with open views leads up to a master bedroom suite with a king-size bed, a sitting area, a private deck that affords views of Broadkill's spectacular sunsets, and two skylights that provide enchanting vistas of the myriad of stars visible on a clear night. Lie in bed and test your ability to identify the stars and constellations; or simply delight in the view. Our spacious ground floor includes a cozy third bedroom with a queen sized bed, a full bath, a separate sitting area with a futon, and a den with a fold-out sofa, Captains bed (single) and a comfortable T.V. /gaming area. The ground floor, which can be closed off for privacy, is perfect for a second family or elderly parents having difficulty climbing stairs. Behind the house is a large screened gazebo, secluded by trees and equipped with a hammock, a hot tub that easily accommodates four (fabulous on cooler evenings!), a gas grill, and a large octagonal picnic table for casual dining. Between the gazebo and the main house is an enclosed outside shower with a separate dressing area. The beach is just a four minute walk away over a charming wooden walkway that protects the dunes. Sheltered by Cape Henlopen on the south and Cape May on the north, its waters are relatively calm. And best of all, the beach is rarely, if ever, crowded. Families build campfires on the beach; and well-behaved dogs are welcome with a $250 pet fee. For those adventurers who wish to explore the Primehook Nature Preserve, a ten minute drive up Broadkill Road will take you to the entrance.... opening up myriad opportunities for hiking, kayaking, pond fishing and bird watching. The Nature Preserve Welcome Center is also a great place to bring children to learn about the wildlife that inhabit this region. While Broadkill Beach is 'away from the madding crowd', it is far from being isolated. Broadkill's general store is just a short walk from the house, and carries a little bit of everything including wonderful homemade donuts on weekend mornings. And if you have a desire for first-class shopping or a taste for the variety and excitement of the larger resorts at any time during your stay, Lewes, Rehoboth, and Dewey can be reached within a half hour or less. And even closer-by, the the old and charming town of Milton offers a refreshing kayak trip through the town along the Broadkill river followed by a delightful imbibing tour of the Dogfish Head Brewery. Upon booking, a detailed lease and information sheet will be provided. Full refund less administrative fee of $150 for cancellations prior to 60 days occupancy and half refund for cancellations prior to 30 days.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Garden

Map of Broadkill Beach, DE

Reviews

4.6/5.0
Outstanding(40 Reviews)
5.0
Aug 2023
We had a great stay at the Summer of 42 home. There was confidence in the booking because of the owner’s communication. The home is clean upon arrival and as described. It is great to walk to the bay and be in a quiet little community away from the Rehoboth beach. However, in 25-45 minutes (depending on traffic) my family was able to spend time at the boardwalk and take advantage of the activities, ocean and shopping. There is s small store in town, but you will have to drive for groceries. To be sure, this house is away from the crowds, yet close enough to get to the happening events. The home is in great shape. The bedrooms are adequate. We found the kitchen to be slightly cramped for more than 3 people. The size prevented us from having too many cooks in the kitchen, not a bad thing. The living room is spacious and has a large dining table. The front enclosed patio is relaxing. The enclosed gazebo with hot tub keeps the bugs away and allows a good breeze to pass through. We do have advice for future stays. We will bring our own cookware. That is more personal preference than criticism. The pots and pans are adequate but we needed a larger set of pots and pans. The property is sandwiched between the bay and wetlands. If you have never been near a marshy area then the odor will be distinct in the morning and dissipates through the late morning. It is not a deal breaker and beyond the control of the owner, so not a criticism, just be aware. A great place!!!
4.0
star 5 empty
Jul 2023
Walk to the beach is a little longer than I like. The house is nice. But the kitchen needs some shelves. Not enough space to put things. You need to get some sharp knives. Coffee maker needs to be updated. The screen in porch is extremely hot. Should have a fan in there. The master bedroom is warm also. The ceiling fan in there doesn't work very well. There is no privacy for the middle bedroom on the ground floor. But we still enjoyed our stay. The beach was not crowed at all.
5.0
Jul 2023
Enjoyed the property a lot. My daughters enjoyed having their own rooms. The owners was very informative and generous. Beach was great and relaxing. Would recommend to others. Thank you
4.0
star 5 empty
Jul 2023
We had an enjoyable vacation. David was very attentive to all our questions because it was out first stay at Broadkill Island. We loved how it felt like our hometown.
5.0
Jul 2023
David and Phyllis were very communicative hosts. There were so many positives that there are too many to name! We visited Broadkill Beach during a high intensity of mosquitoes-but I had read that these and Black Flies might be an issue so came prepared with REPEL (with no Deet) and that worked. An amazing advantage of this rental was the huge screened-in raised deck-with hot tub, BBQ, 8 seat octagonal wood table, hammock, and plastic chairs with tables-so we were able to be outside. The walk to the beach was not too bad-really three components (street to boards laying on sand, then sand over dunes) and then the pretty calm bay. We saw a few sharks, rays, and dolphins, plus horseshoe crabs. The house is in three zones. Flat entrance was great for our son, his wife, and two children. Queen bedroom, out-cove with futon, then living room with sleeper sofa, captains bed and love seat-lots of room to spread out. A pipe did burst in their full bathroom just before our arrival, but was fixed when we got there. Unfortunately it burst again midway through our week, but was promptly fixed. Up a tall set of steps was the main floor with a double bedroom, full bath, open living-dining room with glassed in front porch and kitchen. All the rooms in this rental are substantial, with the exception of the kitchen, where only 2 people could be in it at a time. Another set of steps leads to the huge lofted master bedroom. This house made for a fabulous vacation for our dogs and kids! Loved it!
5.0
Jun 2023
Great property, conveniently located a short walk from the beach. Friendly hosts and wonderful hot tub / amenities
5.0
Nov 2022
My husband and I stayed at this house for 5 weeks in the fall. We had a few issues with water in the house in the beginning as a hurricane was passing by, but it didn't impact our stay. The owner was responsive to all our inquiries and the house has plenty of space. Be advised that there is a tall step that we weren't expecting on the main floor between the kitchen and living space that caused some issues for the older folks on our trip. The upstairs loft suite is very large and comfortable. Kitchen is small but has most of what you will need. The knives could use a sharpening though. The bedroom and bath on this floor are nice as well. The ground floor is a typical beach house finished space but has 2 "bedrooms" (you have to go through one to get to the other but it worked for us) plus a day bed in the main living space down there. We also enjoyed the porch on the front of the house and of course the hot tub. The path to the beach was nice and we enjoyed walking along the shore when weather permitted. Very few people on the beach. We loved exploring the area and recommend Big Oyster Brewery and Matt's Fish Camp in Lewes for great places to eat. The state park in Lewes and the Farmer's Market there are nice as well. Thanks for sharing your home with us!
5.0
Sep 2022
WONDERFUL HOUSE-wonderful time-the owner was reachable and very attentive to anything we asked. I truly recommend staying 2 weeks to really appreciate the beach-and the quiet. Good times!!!!!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Broadkill Beach?

The average price for a rental in Broadkill Beach is R 7,828 per night. This rental is R 0 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Delightful 3BR+Den\/3BA Home: Gazebo, Hot Tub, Porch, Short walk to Quiet Beach. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Delightful 3BR+Den\/3BA Home: Gazebo, Hot Tub, Porch, Short walk to Quiet Beach pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Delightful 3BR+Den\/3BA Home: Gazebo, Hot Tub, Porch, Short walk to Quiet Beach?

We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.

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