The Mermaid Cottage WaterFront Cottage
About this cottage rental
Situated in Slaughter Beach, this lovely cottage for $325 per night is a great choice for your next trip. *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. *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. ***
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Smoking allowed
Parking
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Slaughter Beach, DE
Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(153 Reviews)
5.0
The house is perfect for small families and right on the water as advertised. Both the front and back yard are fenced in with ample outdoor furniture and grill. The porch is lovely with wrap around screened in windows, we did not use the bed in this space but a nice mostly private option for those who may need it. Very mermaid themed for all mermaid lovers.
5.0
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!
5.0
Thank you for our stay. We really loved the house, it was very quaint. Rhodie, our dog, also enjoyed it. He mentioned that the floor was a perfect comfort level. The yard was nice and the location is near some fun activities. We really enjoyed going to Lewes. Highly recommend to anyone wanting to visit the Delaware Beach.
5.0
Anniversary weekend getaway was just what the doctor ordered! Cottage was cozy just as described. Beach was quiet and private.
4.0
GreAt for young kids to explore during low tide. Hermit crabs, conchs,jellyfish, and horseshoe crabs
4.0
Adorable mermaid-themed home on quiet, sandy beach. Fenced-in yard is perfect for dogs and small children. Beautiful sunrises. Warm, shallow water is great for beach play. Dog-friendly beach. Great place to unplug. Nicely appointed.
5.0
This property is remote (15-20 min from anything) but worth the almost private beach just steps Grimm the back door. Bring bug spray (at least in July) we had one day with a breeze (no bugs) and part of a day without a breeze and a little buggy but still so worth it. Super clean, great party for up to 6 people. There's a bed on the enclosed porch but there's no AC out there. We didn't need that bed but you could use it in cooler months. Don't hesitate, book it.
3.0
House was small but had everything we needed. The flys in the house and bugs outside all the time were terrible.
The porch is a waste of space. Too hot to hang out there.
Fenced in yard was a nice touch.
5.0
This property is too cute! We had a great stay other than the weather cutting our trip short.
5.0
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 !
5.0
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.
5.0
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!
5.0
Had a wonderful stay! Just what we needed!
5.0
We stayed 3nts. I love this property! The porch was so relaxing, the pictures dont show how cute & comfortable this enclosed porch is. Was very clean & love the front & back gates in huge yard, our Dog Molly Loved it! This wonderful beachfront is on my return list for next year. The only negative i could say , is it's missing a washer & dryer if your stay is longer so plan accordingly. Thank you for renting this gem!
5.0
Super cute cottage along the beach! Not too reception, but we really loved getting away from the hustle and bustle of our everyday lives! We have a corgi and she absolutely loved the yard!
5.0
Great stay for our family and 2 dogs.
4.0
The house consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, kitchen, and bathroom. There’s a long narrow porch but it’s not air conditioned. It’s kinda dark inside but lots of mermaids. Very quiet street, very close to the beach.
5.0
We brought our catamaran and enjoyed two days of sailing. Thanks!
5.0
Mermaid cottage is a little slice of heaven. Slaughter Beach is a quiet town and you will have the beach almost entirely to yourself. The cottage is perfect for a week long getaway and has a lot of what you need already on the premises. Dogs loved the fenced in yard and were able to be out without worry. Kitchen has all pots, pans, and other items to be able to cook what you like. Owners replied quickly to a question I had. Be sure to bring water shoes; walking into the bay is a little rocky and muddy, but otherwise fine. Bring bug spray and ensure you spend time on the beach closer to high tide to avoid biting flies. Neighbors were very kind and knowledgeable about the area. Be sure to check out the DuPont Nature Center down the road. Overall a wonderful stay; we definitely will be back to enjoy another quiet getaway at the Mermaid.
5.0
Very nice. Quiet beach for kids and close to ocean
5.0
Very nice
Very nice. Quiet beach for kids and close to ocean
5.0
Enjoyable week at the Mermaid Cottage
Enjoyed the peace and quiet of our morning and evening walks on the beach. Our dog loved the fenced in yard! Made day trips to the ocean beach in Cape Henlopen Park as well as the bay beach in Lewes. DIned out in either Lewes or Bethany most nights. Would definitely return to this house.
5.0
Peaceful Getaway
The house was set up perfectly for myself, husband, toddler and dog. We loved the fenced in yard for the dog to play and just a short walk right to the beach. The low tide and calm waves made it perfect for our toddler to play in the water. We appreciated how quite and relaxing the area was. Would definitely stay again!
5.0
A getaway from the hustle and bustle of the nearby popular ocean beaches.
Nice beach cottage located in a quiet neighborhood. It was clean, appropriately appointed and everything was in good working order. The fenced in yard was a perfect place, along with the beach, for the dogs to play and exercise.
Thanks!
5.0
Wonderful Beach House
My family and I really enjoyed staying at this property for our summer vacation this year! The house is small but worked fine for my husband, 2 young children and dog. It's nicely located close to the beach and we were able to enjoy long beach days with trips back and forth to the house. The beach is very quiet and private. We also really enjoyed getting the opportunity to educate our children on some of the wildlife around us (crabs, turtles, clams, etc.). Highly recommend for a quiet and peaceful vacation!
5.0
It was a amazing getaway, the house was awesome, clean and had everything one needed, close to alot of what Delaware has to offer and loved how peaceful the atmosphere was.
5.0
It's a very nice cozy getaway. Low tide is neat
It was a amazing getaway, the house was awesome, clean and had everything one needed, close to alot of what Delaware has to offer and loved how peaceful the atmosphere was.
4.0
We enjoyed our stay
4.0
Nice house
We enjoyed our stay
5.0
The Mermaid Cottage had everything we wanted and more. The kitchen is well stocked with the essentials plus some. We loved that there was a toaster and blender available.
The yard was perfect for our dogs and they loved romping with the neighbors' dog.
Short drive to Milford for anything you could need all while having your perfect beach front escape without the hustle and bustle of the more touristy beaches.
We would certainly rent the cottage again! Thank you for sharing it with us.
5.0
Perfect family getaway
My girls just loved the house. The fenced in backyard was great. We all loved the porch. The short walk to the beach was fabulous. Very peaceful and relaxing.
This was my first Vrbo rental and it was so easy to do.
5.0
Amazing gem - would book again
The Mermaid Cottage had everything we wanted and more. The kitchen is well stocked with the essentials plus some. We loved that there was a toaster and blender available.
The yard was perfect for our dogs and they loved romping with the neighbors' dog.
Short drive to Milford for anything you could need all while having your perfect beach front escape without the hustle and bustle of the more touristy beaches.
We would certainly rent the cottage again! Thank you for sharing it with us.
5.0
The house is in excellent condition and having the beach in the backyard is an added bonus. Nora made the process extremely easy and I'm looking forward to my next visit. 10/10
5.0
A perfect home
The house is in excellent condition and having the beach in the backyard is an added bonus. Nora made the process extremely easy and I'm looking forward to my next visit. 10/10
5.0
Perfect with Bay views and being able to sit on the back porch and hear the waves. The fence for your dog is the best! More room then I thought!
5.0
Perfect!
Perfect with Bay views and being able to sit on the back porch and hear the waves. The fence for your dog is the best! More room then I thought!
5.0
Cute Retreat
We had a great time. It was quite, cozy, and perfect for our little getaway.
5.0
Peaceful, quiet, and natural setting. Everything I hoped for
5.0
This house is beautifully maintained and the location is amazing. Slaughter Beach was lovely in the off season. The hosts were responsive and easy to work with. 5 stars!
5.0
Beautiful stay!
This house is beautifully maintained and the location is amazing. Slaughter Beach was lovely in the off season. The hosts were responsive and easy to work with. 5 stars!
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Slaughter Beach?
The average price for a rental in Slaughter Beach is $316 per night. This rental is $9 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Mermaid Cottage WaterFront Cottage . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at The Mermaid Cottage WaterFront Cottage . Enjoy the water!
Is The Mermaid Cottage WaterFront Cottage pet friendly?
Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at The Mermaid Cottage WaterFront Cottage ?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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