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Family Friendly Spacious Clean Coastal House Near Fenwick Island, Bethany Beach

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The Refuge. Near Fenwick Island, Ocean City, Bethany Beach. Front of the house.
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The Refuge. Near Fenwick Island, Ocean City, Bethany Beach. Breakfast nook.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Selbyville, DE
  • Bayside Resort Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • The Freeman Stage at Bayside
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Maryland Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bunk room

1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Upstairs 1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs 2

4 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Parlor bath

Toilet

Upstairs bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Family Friendly Spacious Clean Coastal House Near Fenwick Island, Bethany Beach

Welcome to Hidden Bay Breeze in The Refuge at Dirickson Creek!

Why stay in Ocean City, MD when we are super close to it and all the shopping in Delaware is TAX FREE?!!

We're about a 7-minute ride to Fenwick Island beaches but within a short paddle of Little Assawoman Bay. You can see the kayak/boat launch from our home. The area is teeming with wildlife and is very quiet and peaceful. Plus, all the resort amenities are FREE!

We rent to family groups and friends of families only. We do not rent to groups of people that are not related or who intend to use our home for excessive partying.

We have set up our home to sleep 15. We have 4 bedrooms and a den with a queen sofa bed (and it's comfortable!) and 3 1/2 baths. The primary bedroom on the main level has a king-size bed and a huge en suite with soaking tub and large walk-in shower. The den and parlor bath are on the main floor. Also on the main level is an open concept living room/kitchen/kitchenette and a separate dining room. My favorite room of the house is the sunroom as the breezes from the bay are so lovely and with screened in windows on every wall, it's like being outside but sitting inside on gorgeous furniture! It's heavenly with all the windows open (when the A/C isn't cranking, of course!).

Upstairs are 3 more bedrooms. There's a bunk room for adult kids or kid-kids that sleeps 5. There's a professional foosball table in there as well as a TV. The other 2 bedrooms have their own en suites. One has a queen-size bed and TV and the other room has 2 twin beds with 2 trundles that can sleep up to 4 and also has a TV.

There's definitely plenty of places to hang out - inside and out!

All the dishes and most of the furniture in the house is new. The kitchen has newer stainless steel appliances (gas cooking) and granite countertops. We provide the pillows and comforters but sheets/towels/etc. are the responsibility of the guest to either bring or rent.

The outside patio has a spacious dining table with an umbrella, seating for 8, plus another area with a table and 5 chairs. There's also a gas/charcoal grill.

There's a 2 car garage (parking for 1 car in there because of the kayaks) and then 4 cars can be parked on the driveway.

We are all about KAYAKING since we are within walking distance of the boat/kayak launch. We have 3 kayaks that are available to our guests - 2 single kayaks and a tandem. The tandem can be paddled alone or by 2 people. There's room for a small child to sit in the middle of the 2 paddlers. We provide paddles and have 3 adult PFDs, a youth PDF and several children's size PFDs.

There are also a few youth bikes & helmets, some tennis rackets, pickleball rackets, a volleyball, basketball, & outdoor games. Kids can play by the creek or walk to the other amenities - pool, tennis courts, pickleball, basketball, sand volleyball, bocce, shuffleboard, tot lot, exercise room/clubhouse. There is NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE for the use of the facilities and they're just a stroll down the lovely street!

There is so much to do in Fenwick - great restaurants, shops, boating, golf, outdoor water park, etc. plus we are about 15 minutes from Bethany Beach, about 30 minutes to the outlets in Rehoboth Beach, and we are just on the Delaware side of Ocean City, MD.

Our home is perfect for families and friends to get away and recharge. We are NOT a party house. An example of our contract is uploaded to the Vrbo site. Please note that our cancellation policy, outlined in our contract, is more lenient than what is "checked" off on the Vrbo site. We will work with you if something happens and you need to cancel. Feel free to reach out to us before you book if you have an extenuating circumstance regarding members of your party.

During high season (Memorial Day to Labor Day) we are requesting Saturday to Saturday stay - check-in at 4:00 and check out at 10:00 a.m. Thank you.


Property manager

Wendy Wilmowski

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Contact owner for exceptions.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet after 10 p.m. Please be considerate of our neighbors and keep outdoor conversations low after 10 p.m. Thank you!
Please do not run the A/C and open the windows in the sun room at the same time.

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
Note from host: Contact owner for exceptions.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Selbyville

Located in Selbyville, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocean City Beach and Maryland Beach, while Jolly Roger Amusement Park and Jolly Roger at the Pier are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Consider Thunder Lagoon Waterpark and Golf Down Under. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Selbyville, DE

What's nearby

  • Bayside Resort Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • The Freeman Stage at Bayside - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Maryland Beach - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Fenwick Island Beach - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 16 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 33 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harpoon Hanna's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mio Fratello Banquets - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fox's Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪High Stakes Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Family Friendly Spacious Clean Coastal House Near Fenwick Island, Bethany Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Family Friendly Spacious Clean Coastal House Near Fenwick Island, Bethany Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family Friendly Spacious Clean Coastal House Near Fenwick Island, Bethany Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Friendly Spacious Clean Coastal House Near Fenwick Island, Bethany Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family Friendly Spacious Clean Coastal House Near Fenwick Island, Bethany Beach located?

This family-friendly Selbyville holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Bayside Resort Golf Club and The Freeman Stage at Bayside. Assawoman Bay and Shark's Cove Marina are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 45 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Esposito M.

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

Relaxing, beautiful setting and fun family times

Home away from home but nicer, with wonderful views of marine birds and an excellent recreation area. The house was equipped so we could fully enjoy. The kids loved kayaking and crabbing. Also had a great time at the outdoor concert venue. Strong communication with owner was appreciated.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan T.

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

Summer ‘24

We had a wonderful time..The residence was convenient to all of the attractions we wanted to see! Great location…
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emilie R.

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

Une expérience inoubliable

La propriété offre tous les items dont vous avez besoin, comme à la maison. Les propriétaires ont pensé à tout. Wendy est très organisé. Les règlements sont clairs et facile à suivre. Nous reviendrons sans hésiter et nous recommandons cette propriété.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas G.

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

Great vacation spot

We had a great time at this house. We were close to everything- grocery stores, restaurants, the beach, & the pier in the development. We used our paddle boards, so being within 200' feet of the launch spot made it easy to get the boards in the water. The pool & playground was only about a 7 minute walk so that was convenient too. Even though the development was a short drive from everything we needed, it was quiet & everyone we encountered was friendly. We definitely recommend this as a good vacation rental spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faren S.

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

Great home for a family vacation

This was our third summer staying at this property. We absolutely love it here! The pool and clubhouse amenities are wonderful. The neighborhood is very quiet. Wendy is a great host and has everything you could possibly need to have a wonderful stay. She is very quick to respond to any questions. The home is always well maintained and move in ready for the week! We plan to come back again next summer :) Thanks for a wonderful family vacation, Wendy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

Wonderful vacation

Our family had a wonderful vacation together at Wendy’s lovely, fully stocked home! The living and dining areas were even more spacious and open than I’d expected and nice for us all (4 couples and 5 children) to hang out together. We also greatly enjoyed outside time on the front porch/back patio and use of the included bikes and kayaks! Such a nice, peaceful neighborhood and the pool was a short walk/bike ride over as well. For the beach we went to the Fenwick Island State Park Wendy recommended which wasn’t a bad drive (10min) and seemed less crowded than other local beaches, plus the bathrooms were an added perk! Wendy was easy and quick to communicate with and really don’t have a negative thing to say about anything. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah E.

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

Great vacation

We had another great vacation in this home. We loved the quite location, but within 10 minutes could easily reach the beach and restaurants. The home easily accommodated our party of 7. The owner was quick to reply to any questions we had. Thanks Wendy for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Véronique P.

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

Wonderful week by the sea

We enjoyed our vacation very much at Wendy's home. The house is very spacious, comfortable and super well equipped. The children had fun with the bicycles available and the adults greatly appreciated the availability of beach equipment. We will keep very fond memories of our week spent at Hidden Bay Breeze.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roberta P., Harrisburg, PA

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

Beach house close to everything!

Our family spent a week at Wendy’s home in The Refuge in Selbyville. We’ve stayed multiple times in that area and this house is among the best. Very close to the boat launch so that the kids could crab at night and all the amenities. Bikes and kayaks are provided which is also great. Pool is a short walk and is also included at no extra charge. Beautiful, secluded back patio area. Driveway fits 3 cars and 1 vehicle can be parked in the garage. 5 stars! We hope to stay again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

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

Delaware Refuge

Our stay at Wendy's was very accommodating. The house was comfortable, roomy, clean and beautifully decorated.There was everything needed for the time spent there. The kitchen was well stocked with necessities. The grounds in the community were very well taken care of as was the pool and all other ammenities. Short drive to the beaches with plenty of free parking in Ocean City Maryland.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F., Wescosville, USA

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

Best vacation stay!

This home was perfect for our family of 12! There was so much to do, so close to this property that we enjoyed so much!! The home is gorgeous and very spacious! I definitely would recommend to everyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah E.

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

Great vacation rental

We had a great vacation staying at Wendy’s home. There was more than enough space for everyone to relax. The community was quite but there was plenty to do. The home was clean and well stocked. The owner was quick to reply to any questions we had. We will definitely look forward to renting again.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie D., Lancaster

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

Beautiful Property!

The home was beautiful, spacious and just as described! Our whole family of 15 really enjoyed our week. We really loved having breakfast and dinners on the large patio. The neighborhood was very quiet and a safe development to ride bike. We loved the pool and used it often. We also enjoyed doing some crabbing. The kitchen was extremely well stocked and we had everything we needed. The kids loved the foosball in the bedroom. We had 5 children, ages 4-7 sleeping in that room. It worked out great! Wendy was amazing to work with. She always answered my emails right away we so appreciated the Welcome packet with details on every room as well as helpful advice on what to bring. We would definitely come back to this property. It is beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen H.

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

Beautiful property and location

Our family of nine spent a wonderful week at this property! It is exactly as advertised and reviewed: spacious, clean, nicely decorated and well stocked. We enjoyed the use of the kayaks in the canal and also loved the short walk to the well maintained pool. The grandchildren are already talking about, "when we come back here." Thanks Wendy for renting this beautiful space!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joyce B., Damascus

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

Wonderful Family Vacation!!

Our recent, memorable family vacation with our children and grandchildren was made all the more enjoyable by this beautiful home and all the amenities in it and in the neighborhood - the wonderful kitchen, dining and family room areas so we could all enjoy being together, the pool (which Wendy pays for so we could enjoy it without additional cost), the kayaks and PFDs so everyone could enjoy the canals, the roomy bedrooms and comfortable beds to rest in at the end of a long and fun day - this home was a total delight to stay at! There were 11 of us and there was still room to spare, and everyone loved the sunroom (well, truth be told I didn't get much chance to enjoy it since everyone else was in it - LOL)! Thank you Wendy for a great week and for always being so quick to respond to a message - you set a high bar for future expectations! All week long I kept thinking of the quote "we didn't know we were making memories, we just knew we were having fun." Can't wait to come back next year, thank you Wendy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy L.

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

Family vacation

The house was as described and had all the kitchen gadgets which was great since we cooked 50% of our stay. Communication with the host, Wendy was smooth and prompt. This was my annual vacation with my 2 sisters and the house fit all our needs especially the rooms which had an attached bath. We enjoyed our stay tremendously.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Faren S.

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

Perfect home for families

We really enjoyed our stay last week! We appreciated how clean the home was and the smooth check in process. The owners take very good care of the house and their guests staying there. We hope to be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anita B.

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

Vacation

Great experience! Had everything we needed. Great neighborhood !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darrin M.

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

Vacation at the Beach

Wendy house was big enough for our family of 13. From grandparents to kids, it was perfect. Everyone had a bed to sleep in, not a couch. There was your everyday items at the house. This was our first vacation, from my parents, to all our children, spouses, to grandchildren. Everyone loved being able to sit at a table and eat together, telling stories, playing games, and enjoying all being together. Short drive to beach, and all ocean city has to offer, even 3 minute drive to grocery store! Wendy is a great host, and wants her vacationers to enjoy the house. Wendy is right, the sun room is everyones favorite room. Awesome time !!!!!!! Thank you Wendy !!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kari H.

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

Wonderful week!

We loved the location & overall neighborhood of this property. It was a huge plus to have no amenities fee to use the pool & gym like we've experienced at other places. Wendy (the owner) was EXCELLENT with communication & was very quick to respond to any questions. Would definitely stay here again. Thank you for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla T.

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

Great family home

Spent an extended weekend here and the stay was amazing! Wendy was a pleasure to work with and was so easy to communicate with. The home is so relaxing and set up perfectly for a large family vacation. We stayed with a combo of adults and kids/babies and all were sad to leave at the end! Will definitely be looking to rent this property again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

donna b.

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

Great family vacation

This home was ideal for our family. Great amenities and communication with the owner. Beautiful Location near the water and beaches
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brenda W.

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

Great Getaway

This house is in the perfect location! It is close to several beaches and other fun things to do. The house, itself, includes many amenities. Wendy was always easy to reach. I would highly recommend this spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Meg R.

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

Amazing week.

We have traveled to Delaware for family beach vacations for the last 7 years. This was the best place we have stayed. The owner has amazing communication, the location is beautiful, the house is furnished and set up for families (we could sit 10 of us at the dining room table), the extras like kayaks and crab traps and beach gear and no fees to use the pool. I could go on and on. Everyone from the smallest to the oldest had a great time and we look forward to returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Loren A.

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

Hidden Bay Breeze is a GEM

We were delighted with our stay at beautiful Hidden Bay Breeze. Our host, Wendy, was so easy to communicate with and answered all of our questions. This house was spacious and open for wonderful conversation and fun during our dinners. Speaking of dinners, the kitchen is so well equipped and had plenty of dishes, wine glasses and even plastic cups for the little ones...they thought of everything. Hidden Bay Breeze is located in a beautiful community where we all enjoyed using the pool, the basketball courts and numerous walks with the grandchildren due to plenty of sidewalks. The outdoor patio is very spacious and the grill was clean with plenty of propane. The drive to beach is about 15 minutes and the house is only about 25 minutes from Ocean City boardwalk and night life. The local restaurants and night life is within a 10 minutes of this great house. As this review indicates, we were absolutely delighted with this vacation house and can't say enough about our experience including the comfortable beds. We look forward to another family vacation at Hidden Bay Breeze. Thank you, Wendy for making this home so comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Wendy Wilmowski

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I've been coming to the Delaware beaches for about 20 years. I love it here. I love the roar of the ocean and the gorgeous sandy beaches. It's been a dream of 20 years to own my own house in my little paradise that I could offer to others to build family relationships, make memories, and enjoy a quiet respite. Despite Covid, my dream became a reality in 2020 and we haven't looked back! So many families have enjoyed our home and the surrounding area. It makes me so happy!

Why they chose this property

We love to kayak and fell in love with Little Assawoman Bay before even knowing about The Refuge. Once our realtor took us to this area and we saw this house, so close to the kayak launch, we knew it was for us! Our home is as secluded as can be in a planned community, with neighbors only on one side. We can walk our kayaks to Joe's Gut and paddle to the bay. What's not to love?! We provide kayaks to our guests - 2 singles and a tandem - so that 4 guests can explore the bay together.

Languages:

English