So close to the beach you can smell the salt air

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

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Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Air conditioning

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Lewes, DE

Lewes Beach
‪2 min walk‬
Cape May - Lewes Ferry
‪3 min drive‬
Cape Henlopen Beach
‪4 min drive‬
Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County)
‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Spectacular 2 bedroom, 2 bath beach house only steps to the bay. This home has a large MBR with a queen bed and a second big bedroom with one queen bed and one twin bed. The fully equipped kitchen opens to huge living room that has a full size sofa bed for extra guests. Home has a TV, DVD player, high speed wireless internet, charcoal grill, central AC, full size washer and dryer and more. Kitchen has everything you need: dishwasher, coffee pot, tea pot, microwave, refrigerator with ice maker and every utensil you will ever want. Enjoy the summer evenings sitting on the screen porch, deck and or patio. All you need to do is rest and enjoy yourself!

Things to do in Lewes areas nearby: Cape Henlopen State Park is only one mile away. This park has public beaches for bathing, surfing and fishing. It also offers biking and nature trails, camping and has a rich military history. Visit the Nature Center and learn all about the wildlife in the park. For a change of pace you can take the 70 minute trip on the Cape May Lewes Ferry and visit Cape May for the day. With Rehoboth Beach only 3 miles south of Lewes, you can take the family for a walk on the boardwalk or take the kids to Funland for a night of rides and fun.

There are also several public golf courses nearby for your golfing pleasure.

Shopping and dinning: You will find an abundance of tax free shopping in the area. Downtown Lewes has many speciality shops ranging from antiques to clothing and fine art. Route One boasts numerous outlet malls. You can also find a Walmart and K Mart for any forgotten items you might need.

Even though Lewes is a small town, we have many wonderful restaurants. Stripper Bites, Jerry's Seafood, Agave and The Second Street Grille are just a few right downtown. To satisfy your sweet tooth, try Lewes Bakery and of course Dairy Queen, Two Dips, and Kings Ice Cream.

Property manager

Nancy Diffley

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lewes

Located in Lewes, this holiday home is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Cape Henlopen State Park and Lewes Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Cape May - Lewes Ferry. Cannonball Museum and Lightship Overfalls are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.

Lewes, DE

What's nearby

Lewes Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Cape May - Lewes Ferry - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Cape Henlopen State Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Cape Henlopen Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
Beebe Healthcare - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Nicola Pizza - ‬8 min drive
‪Pat's Pizza of Lewes - ‬8 min drive
‪Lewes Coffee - ‬3 min drive
‪Lefty's Alley & Eats - ‬7 min drive
‪Grotto Pizza - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is So close to the beach you can smell the salt air pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at So close to the beach you can smell the salt air?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at So close to the beach you can smell the salt air?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is So close to the beach you can smell the salt air located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lewes Beach, Beach Plum Island Nature Preserve and Cannonball Museum. Zwaanendael Museum and Mary Vessels Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl G.

11 September 2022

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

Awesome vacation

Just loved the neighborhood, the beach was minutes away, so accessible . The house was perfect, met our expectations and more! Loved the town, lots of restaurants to choose from. Lovely downtown area. I will definitely like to stay again!!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn G.

27 May 2023

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

Both host and house are excellent

Extremely nice and responsive host. Nice little house. Well furnished, has what you need while you're there and everything is very clean. Short walk to the beach and nice neighbors.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol L.

29 May 2021

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

Post pandemic

The house was perfect for us. We enjoyed our week.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carisa L.

3 September 2023

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

Great family beach trip

The property was as described - cute, comfortable, clean and very well located just a block from the beach. It was perfect for a family with two kids - plenty of room. The house came stocked with all the basics, including some beach chairs and toys, which was great for us as we spent every day running back and forth to the beach. We had a relaxing beach trip and would definitely stay there again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua L.

8 September 2020

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

Another great experience

We've stayed in the owners properties before, always clean and convenient. This is a great house, so close to the beach. Plenty of room for family of four and nice screened in porch. Plenty of books and games. Great location!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Betsy C.

31 August 2022

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

Sweet Little House

This sweet little house has plenty of space and is perfectly located one block from the beach. It has everything you need to enjoy your holiday but our favorite is the screened in porch. It provides a pleasant place to eat and relax after a day on the beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy T., Newark, DE

25 July 2018

Perfect location near Lewes Beach

This is the second year that my husband and I have rented this property. It is clean, well-maintained and well equipped. It is perfect for an older couple or young family. We watched the fireworks over the bay on the 4th and had a wonderful time.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gina G.

3 November 2011

Wonderful Vacation Cottage

This cottage is so relaxing, you don't want to leave! The house has everything you need to make your stay in Lewes as comfortable as your own home. We love the screened in porch, great place to have dinner or just kick back and read a book. Only a very short walk to the beach. The owners are very accomodating and easy to work with. Lovely place to spend vacation time.

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

24 October 2023

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

Great!!!

Great!!!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia W.

17 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in

Great location, comfortable house

I couldn’t ask for a better location- walkable to town and 1 block from the beach. The house is clean and comfortable. This was my second trip at this rental and both times the cleaning service had not cleaned the house before check in. Other than that, we had a great time and will definitely come back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann R.

22 October 2020

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

Wonderful house and location

We enjoyed our week so much that we arranged with owner for an additional night. Within minutes from leaving the screened-in porch our toes nestled in the sand as we took in the sight and salty air of the bay. A tucked away biking/waking trail is also accessible within a minute. We biked to Lloyd's Market for groceries and downtown Lewes for restaurants and pickle ball. We hope to return in the future.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jan K., Long Neck, Delaware USA

13 July 2012

Wonderful Location in Lewes

This is a great rental. It is spacious, clean, and well-appointed for those who enjoy doing some cooking. It's nice to be able to walk across the street to access the bay and not have to drive. But then again, it's only a short drive to the ocean at Cape Henelopen St. Park. The temps were in the upper 90's during our stay and the air conditioning worked perfectly through it all. The owner, Nancy, was prompt with replies to my questions. We will definitely return! Janice Keim

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

17 September 2017

Great home base for family beach-centered vacation

We got there early and Nancy (the owner) called to send the cleaning crew ahead of schedule so we could check in early. The house is great. A short walk across cedar street to the beach. Spacious rooms, the open kitchen/living room layout made it easy to watch our little ones while cooking meals in the well equipped kitchen. The bedrooms and bathrooms were clean and a good size. There's even an outdoor shower (with hot and cold) so you can wash off sand before entering. The location is convenient to Lewes restaurants and a short drive to rehobeth beach for bigger waves and/or fun on the boardwalk. We really couldn't find anything to complain about.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Judy T., Newark, DE

20 August 2017

Fantastic beach house

This Lewes house was only a block and a half from public access to the bay. Even on weekends, it was easy to find a spot upon which to set your blanket and chairs. The gentle waves made it a safe setting for children. The house itself was extremely clean, and with a bathroom for each bedroom, very convenient. Little things like plenty of cabinet and closet space in the kitchen, bedrooms and bathrooms, as well as a large supply of hangers, appealed to me and set it apart from other rentals I have experienced. I also took advantage of the screened in porch daily for morning coffee, although it could have benefited from an overhead fan during hot days. The kitchen was super-well equipped with plenty of dishes, pots and pans, and small appliances. Although the sleeper sofa allows for up to 6 residents, I think that may have felt like a tight squeeze. ( Of course, at the beach most of your time is spent outdoors.) Overall, we were extremely happy with this rental and hope to visit again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T.

6 June 2021

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

Perfect for our family

So close to the beach and with easy access. Ample storage for belongings in bedrooms, bathrooms, and kitchen. All around a great house for our family.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

James B.

3 April 2021

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

1103 Cedar Road, Lewes

Great house, just a block from the bay beach and convenient to town and ocean beach at state park. Can't beat staying on Cedar Road in Lewes, and this house is tidy and well-equipped. Nancy was super responsive with information about check-in and any questions we had.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Courtney M.

7 September 2019

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

Great beach house

We really enjoyed our stay at this house. It was perfect for a family with 2 children. Nice short walk to the beach. I really liked having a master bathroom attached to the bedroom versus having to share with the kids. The kitchen was pretty well stocked with equipment and the living room was a comfortable space. No problems with the internet or TV. We appreciated having access to games and some beach supplies such as boogie boards. The screened in porch was great and the outdoor shower was very helpful to minimize sand. My only complaint is that the outdoor shower didn't have any walls so we weren't able to fully rinse off and get cleaned up before entering the house. Otherwise everything was great. I would definitely recommend this property to other families.

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

3 July 2019

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

Great vacation home in Lewes

Lovely vacation ! Great home in a quiet neighborhood. Enjoyed sitting on the screened in porch! Would recommend.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Roberta B.

29 October 2017

Great location, close to everything in Lewes. Very comfy home with two updated baths. Loved th porch

Everything in this house yells comfort, the bath are updated, the kitchen is updated and the living room is saying "get comfy" and have your morning coffee sitting on the large screen porch. Loved our stay.

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Deb A., Newark DE

17 October 2017

Excellent stay

Two of us enjoyed our first-time experience. The house is in a good location: on the corner with ample parking, easy walk to Lewes Beach, (spectacular sunrise and family-friendly surf). Equally awesome sunset short distance away. Screened-in porch provided great place for bikes - comfortable table, chairs - especially nice for breakfast or evening drinks. First impression of the interior was pleasant space - clean and comfy - stocked with books, games. Kitchen everything we needed. Like the floor plan with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and open living area. Would be interested in future rental.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Georgia C.

23 July 2017

Beautiful place

The pictures don't do this place justice. The house is very nice with a large screened in porch, a very nice kitchen and comfortable beds. It's a nice quiet place that's very close to the beach. We had a very enjoyable time and loved the place. We even met the owner and she was wonderful. We would recommend this home to all who are looking for a quiet getaway at the beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

10 October 2012

Very Cozy, Great location

Nice girls weekend. Steps to the beach which was very secluded (aside from some nice fishermen we were the only people there) The house is well equipped and nicely decorated. the kitchen has everything you need to cook a meal at home. Great Screened porch and back deck and spacious living room. The neighborhood is very quiet. 5 stars!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Susan K.

20 July 2012

Perfect

I am delighted to recommend this 2 bedroom, 2 bath home in Lewes DE. This was my first time renting a home and hearing of various scams, I was a little worried. This home was exactly as pictured on the HomeAway website. It was neat and clean and had all the appliances we needed to have an extremely pleasant week in Lewes. The home is a short block to the beach and there is public access to the beach there. You have to drive to go into downtown Lewes but that was not an issue for us. Friends stayed with us and we have a wonderful time eating and talking over meals on the screened in porch. We hope to be able to return next year and we will seriously consider renting this home again. THANKS FOR A LOVELY WEEK!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

15 January 2011

Lewes in a little slice of Heaven

My grandparents owned a trailer in Lewes when I was a youngun' so my brother and I got to spend a good amount of summer time here (we even watched Jaws here for the first time in the old theater). I hadn't been in Lewes for many years, so we decided to vacation here last summer and we had a great time. The house felt like home. The owners are great and give you that personal feeling. I love the section of Lewes beach that is right across the street from this location. The only problem was dealing with the depression we experienced when we had to leave!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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9 July 2009

Lewes Home Review

The home was clean and well-stocked in the kitchen with everything possible. The screened in porch was very nice for my grandchildren to play in when it rained and we couldn't get to the beach. We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay, even my granchildren ages 10 and 12 said it was just like being at home. It is all on one floor which was very nice for me with a bad knee. The convenience of a washer and dryer there was wonderful with 3 adults and two children. We all enjoyed being so close to the beach and the Dairy Quenn just up the street a bit.

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