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Oceanfront Sights and Sounds! See and Hear the Ocean from Porch and Veranda

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Chesapeake Street beach path from our home.
In front of A Fluke of Nature
Our beach is the least crowded.
Enjoy our private mini-beach.
Beach living.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Dewey Beach, DE
  • Rehoboth Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Funland
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Rear bedroom

2 Double Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Oceanfront Sights and Sounds! See and Hear the Ocean from Porch and Veranda

During the summer months of June - September, we rent weekly from Saturday to Saturday. For the off- season, we rent a minimum of three nights to minimize the wear and tear on our home.

NOTE: We list only on VRBO/HomeAway.

'A Fluke of Nature' is one of the very few beach homes in our community from where you see AND hear the waves crash onto the surf -- all from our veranda.

This is a true oceanfront experience and we're reminded how spectacular it is each time we visit! We named this classic East Coast townhouse 'A Fluke of Nature' because of the unexpected whales swimming in front of our home on our very first weekend here. From our veranda, we also see dolphins swimming most mornings.

Our relaxing home has an open-concept living room, fully-equipped and well-appointed kitchen, spacious outdoor shower, and new beds for naps in the middle of the day.

To round out a terrific beachfront vacation, our home has:
—Two breezy oceanfront screened porches, one on each floor to enjoy the sunrise with your morning coffee. Bring your favorite K-cups for the Keurig machine. There's also a coffee maker if you prefer to brew a fresh pot of your favorite coffee.
—Beach cottage look and feel with open beamed ceilings, shiplap walls, and original wide plank wood floors throughout. New stove and dishwasher too. The home is light and airy.
—A 2/3 bedroom option which means we have two (2) large bedrooms upstairs. The back bedroom can be further divided with a hanging folding divider into two (2) smaller bedrooms. This convertible option is what creates the third bedroom. You choose among the King bed in the primary bedroom, or the two Full-sized beds in the convertible back bedroom. (Please note: Our limit is 4 adults, and a total of 6 guests).
—Full bath upstairs, a half-bath on first floor, and a hot water outdoor shower on the enclosed back deck with storage and a full sized washer and dryer. (The outdoor shower and W&D are in use for summer only).
—Large 54-inch TV in the living room and two TVs upstairs. There is an Xfinity Flex box downstairs; ROKUs and DVD players are in bedrooms with each TV. (This means there is no live cable in our home.) Bring your sign-ins for Netflix, Apple+, AMC, Disney, YouTube TV, etc.
—Bose sound system with Bluetooth for your Pandora and iTunes or for listening to local radio stations and CDs.
—Our local Jolly Trolley stop is a 2-minute walk and you can walk/bike to downtown Rehoboth and Dewey for dining and ice cream. We are just south of Silver Lake, the least crowded and quietest area between Rehoboth and Dewey Beach.
—Off-street parking for two (2) cars where you can leave them without worry. The lovely Fresh Market is five (5) minutes away by car and it has exceptional fresh-cooked meals and a huge selection of gourmet grocery items. With Fresh Market, you don’t have to deal with Route 1 traffic near the outlets for groceries the entire time you’re at “A Fluke of Nature.”

Important information regarding our home:
—Guests must provide their own linens and towels. Bring your pillowcases, fitted and flat sheets for 2 Full size beds, and a sheet set for one King size bed. Also bring your favorite bath and beach towels. We also recommend bringing your own pillows, throws, and blankets.
—Guests provide their own beach chairs, umbrellas, and essentials like laundry detergent and personal toiletries.
—There is no outside grill or BBQ allowed at our home. The structure is a traditional beach house made of wood including our decks and courtyard. If a grill is imperative for your beach week, this is probably not the right beach house for you. (And that’s okay!)
—For summer, rates are weekly plus a cleaning fee, insurance policy, City of Dewey tax, and VRBO processing fee (which we do not control). During the summer months, this is a Saturday to Saturday rental.
—This is a true no-smoking, no-pets, no Senior-week, no large-group property. Smoking is not allowed neither inside or outside. Please do not ask to bring pets. Dewey Beach does not allow pets on the beach between 10am - 5pm so that means your pet would need to stay inside our home all day, every day, and we have no grassy areas nearby. This is not the life we envision for furry family members.
—Since we are not a hotel nor a full-time rental, we have the expectation that our guests will treat our home gently and with respect.
—A fully executed Lease Agreement is required for all paid reservations 45 days prior to check-in; failure of tenant to sign lease or to fill out completely is cancellation and loss of rental payment by tenant.
--Intentional misrepresentation of occupants (eg: number of adults vs. number of children) will result in automatic cancellation and/or immediate eviction.
--We do not have marble countertops nor spa bathrooms. If that's important for an enjoyable beach vacation, our house is probably not for you. (And again, that's OK!)

Now that you've read all the way to here:

Oceanfront homes are where you experience the power of the sea and these vacations are memorable! We'll throw in one of our favorite bottles of wine for reading all the way to the end too - just let us know!

Property manager

Marlo Chambers
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 9:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This includes recreational drugs - sorry!
New or unrated guests must reply to host questions within 24 hours or face cancellation. Guests with under 4-star ratings may be reviewed and canceled
Reservations and property access require completed Lease Agreement. Incomplete/unsigned Lease 45 days before arrival will be reason for cancellation.
Please do not take items belonging to the house with you. If you really like something, let me know, and I’ll share where to buy the item!

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Rehoboth Beach

Located in Rehoboth by the Sea, a neighbourhood in Rehoboth Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Cape Henlopen State Park and Rehoboth Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Cape May - Lewes Ferry. Travelling with kids? Consider Fifer Orchards Local-Fresh Market - Dewey Beach and East of Maui. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Dewey Beach, DE

What's nearby

  • Dewey Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Rehoboth Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Rehoboth Beach Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Funland - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rusty Rudder - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dewey Beer Company - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Woody's Dewey Beach - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Rehoboth Ale House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Nalu Surf Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oceanfront Sights and Sounds! See and Hear the Ocean from Porch and Veranda pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Sights and Sounds! See and Hear the Ocean from Porch and Veranda ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Sights and Sounds! See and Hear the Ocean from Porch and Veranda ?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Sights and Sounds! See and Hear the Ocean from Porch and Veranda located?

Nestled on the beach, this Rehoboth by the Sea holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Dewey Beach and Rehoboth Beach. Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adriana Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Gem

Our favorite place to stay for beach week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location

Very quiet and relaxing place with a location you cannot beat. Will definitely book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ania G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation

We look forward to returning next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Beach Vacation

A fantastic location, charming home, and a week of sunny weather made our recent stay here wonderful. Marlo is a gracious and very responsive host. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hillary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Oceanfront vacation

The home is in an established community, close to both Dewey and Rehoboth and perfect for a relaxing week at the beach. It had all of the needed amenities and two wonderful screen porches to have coffee, dinner, or just read a book and relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Haven

Beautiful sunrises 🌅, sunsets 🌅 quiet, clean Steps to the beach 🏖️ Definitely going back for 3rd year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach week

Location is great. Beautiful beach and area
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

The location can’t be beat. The house was lovely and Marlo was very available and communicative. We will be returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ania G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

Lovely house, amazing location, great communication with host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Fluke of Nature

We had a great stay. The place is really nice. It has everything you need. It’s wonderful to be right on the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful beach view

This is the 2nd time we have stayed at this beautiful property. I love the view from the porches, the proximity to the beach. The kitchen is bright and well stocked. We had a great vacation here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C., Ann Arbor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Beachfront Getaway

We had a lovely fall weekend. Steps from the beach, minutes from Rehoboth. Everything super comfortable. Back porches perfect for a quiet afternoon of reading and listening to the waves.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn & Jai W., Albuquerque, NM

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Luv the beach access and sounds of the ocean waves!!!!

So happy my wife and I found this listing years ago on VRBO!! We return as often as possible. We especially like the Autumn at the beach but will visit anytime the timing works out : ) Not only close to the beach, but within walking distance to both Rehoboth and Dewey.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Perfect Dewey Beach Getaway

We love this property so much. This is our fourth time staying here. This is it if you are looking for the perfect beach vacation property. On the beach, within walking distance to both Dewey and Rehoboth. Marlo is always so helpful. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adriana Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Perfect Location

A Fluke of Nature is the perfect location! In addition to the beautiful ocean views on both floors, we were an easy walking distance from the Rehoboth boardwalk and Dewey dining and entertainment. When staying in, there was plenty of space for a family of 4 and we all enjoyed napping in the comfortable accommodations or outside on the screened-in decks. You can’t go wrong with this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Look No Further!

We have stayed in this beautiful beach cottage more than a few times...and wouldn't think of staying anywhere else. It's a well maintained (very clean) cottage stocked with all the essentials! And the ocean view from the upstairs porch is just what you want. AND I have to mention how comfortable the primary bedroom is-- great bed! The location is perfect -- close to Dewey's restaurants and not far from Rehoboth.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Fluke of Nature

The beach house is a truly lovely place to spend some time in the summer. Wake up to the beautiful sunrIse. Take your coffee down to the water’s edge. Get ready for another wonderful day at the beach. Unlike Rehobeth, there’s plenty of room. The house is tidy and cute. It has everything you might need. Marlo is friendly and helpful. We’ll be going back again. We highly recommend it.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Crashing waves

Was amazed how loud and lovely the crashing waves could be while staying at this home. We could hear them all through the house. Coffee on the porch while the sun rose was wonderful looking out at the water. Not a fancy place but clean and comfortable and the location was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy F., Merion Station

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

The location is absolutely perfect. The condo is right on the beach which makes very easy travel back and forth..especially with children. The house has everything you need for a great beach stay, though don’t expect luxury. This is a house for people who want to be at the beach, not to stay in a fancy home away from home. The house is walking distance to restaurants in Dewey and Rehoboth, but still provides a very calm and relaxed beach experience - all of the commotion and crowds are also a walking away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G., Flemington USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Perfect Perfect

Our stay at A Fluke of Nature was just perfect. The home is everything you could need or want, cozy and warm. The screened in balcony in the master bedroom is one of my favorite places to be, to sit and look at the stars or the moonrise or the sunrise and see and listen to the ocean. The community is special. Can't wait to go back. Marlo is an incredible host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ocean front getaway in Dewey Beach

Perfect set-up for our family of 4 to enjoy a beachfront getaway. Home was stocked with everything we needed to be comfortable during our vacation. Views from the upstairs deck were perfect for dolphin watching. Location is perfect to run/walk/bike straight into downtown Rehoboth Beach. Steps right onto the beach where chair/umbrella service is available for a fee, hot dog stand, and a shaved ice golf cart went by daily. Easy peasy!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Great ocean view and access to both Rehoboth and Dewey Beaches!

We visit Rehoboth Beach annually, and this was by far our favorite visit. The location of the Fluke of Nature is absolutely perfect. Not only do you have beach access and incredible ocean views from the 2nd-floor master bedroom, you are a short walk to both downtown Rehoboth and Dewey beaches. We walked to both downtown areas almost daily. The property has everything you need and the owner is extremely helpful. I highly recommend anyone visiting Rehoboth Beach stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kyle P., Sayville NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another wonderful experience

This is our 4th season at Fluke of Nature and we’ve already booked our 5th for 2024. It’s the perfect combination of family fun and relaxation. The host couldn’t be nicer or easier to communicate with. Please just book and don’t think. Just don’t book my week. Thank you Marlo!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Beach Experience

A Fluke of Nature was simply magical--the perfect fit for us. Everything was well-appointed and thought-out with great care. The main bedroom was magnificent. The bed was so comfortable, and we could hear and see the waves through the French doors. We loved both screened-in porches. But this is all about location, location, location. My daughter and grand kids stayed a few blocks away. Every morning my husband "set up" the beach. I could see the umbrellas from the upstairs deck. We'd meet for lunch at the house and head back for more beach time. Marlo is lovely to work with. I hesitate to say too much about it only because we want to rent it again and again. And, yes! We did see dolphins from the veranda. We could also walk to both Dewey and Rehoboth. We loved the open concept main floor and the beach cottage look and feel. Perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The most perfect beach house!

We have stayed at this beach house for a few years now and would not think of staying anywhere else since you can't beat perfection! The views from the balcony are stunning, the walk to the beach is just steps away and the dining experiences in Dewey and Rehoboth are so close by. And the hosts have thought of everything to make it a very comfortable and relaxing getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Marlo Chambers

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I fell in love with the house the minute I walked in and knew my husband would love it too. Here we are several years later, spending as much time here as we can each summer!

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests