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Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12212.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Frederica, DE
  • DE Turf Sports Complex
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Dover Downs Casino
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Dover International Speedway
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Dover, DE (DOV-Dover Air Force Base)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

1st floor Back Left

1 Queen Bed

1st floor Back Right

1 Queen Bed

1st floor Front Left

1 Queen Bed

1st floor Front Right

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Futon

Living Room

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1st Floor Left

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

1st floor Right

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

2nd floor Common

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Captain's Quarters

Unplug from the craziness of the world with a stay in Bowers Beach. This 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home can sleep up to 12 people per stay. 2,288 sqft of indoor space and two large decks will give your group plenty of space to relax during your visit. 360 degree water views allow for superb sunrise and sunsets. This home includes 1 queen bed, 3 full beds, and a set of twin bunkbeds. Large couch in the living room can fit an additional two folks comfortably. This home is within a 400' walk to the beach entrance, allowing for simple trips back and forth throughout your stay. House comes equipped with a Charcoal grill, beach chairs, and a few bikes to ride around town. Bowers is home to two bar/restaurants, a park/playground, several charter and party boats, as well as the Bowers maritime museum. 15 minute drive to Dover, the racetrack, Delaware Turf Sports Complex. 30 Minutes to dogfish head brewery, and 40 minutes to Rehoboth, Lewes and Dewey. Whether you stay in town or explore the local area, you will enjoy your stay at the Captain's Quarters.

If you are looking for a group larger than 12, please check out our other property in town, Captains Cottage for an additional 8 people! Perfect for family reunions and teams!

***NEW FOR 2022***
Whole house water treatment system
New Mattresses
***NEW FOR 2024***
LVP Flooring
All Queen Beds
All common areas repainted

Property manager

Sean Devlin
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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

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 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 deadlock

About the area

Frederica

Located in Frederica, this holiday home is near the beach. John Dickinson Plantation and Live Cheap & Make Art Studios are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Carrolls Center Shopping Center and Rodney Village Shopping Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Dover International Speedway or Memorial Hall Gymnasium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Frederica, DE

What's nearby

  • DE Turf Sports Complex - 15 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Delaware State University - 22 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Dover Downs Casino - 23 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Dover International Speedway - 24 min drive - 25.3 km
  • Slaughter Beach - 29 min drive - 30.2 km

Getting around

  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Frederica Pizza & Pasta House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Magnolia Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Meding's Seafood - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪J P's Wharf - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Captain's Quarters pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Captain's Quarters?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Captain's Quarters?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Captain's Quarters located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of DE Turf Sports Complex, John Dickinson Plantation and Logan School. Wesley College Dover Air Force Base Campus and Great Geneva are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Coleman R.

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

Weekend Stay

Myself and a group of college teammates stayed here for a weekend tournament and it was absolutely perfect for us. The house was spacious, clean and well kept. The beds were also super comfortable which was great for us. Overall, it was a fantastic experience and we would love to come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

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

Easter with family

Second time around and it was the same as the first time wonderful!!!! Can not say anything negative about this property. Host communicates with you instantly. Properties location is fantastic, clean, homey and love the upgrades. Will be staying again 3rd time is the charm. Thank you Sean and great meeting you.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet F.

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

Lacrosse Tournament

We played the DE Turf and stayed in this house instead of the very pricey and not great hotel options. Solid house. Clean. Cool little town. Bring all your food etc, this is the middle of nowhere, but it is super convenient to the fields and right by a bay beach. Sean, the owner, was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynisha B.

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

Family Attending a Funeral from Miami Florida

This place was large enough to accommodate my family size of 10. There was plenty of room to spread around and not to mention, the house was fully stocked with anything and everything you could need. Sean communicates quickly and is very attentive to details. Thank you Sean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

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

Lovely retreat

Great place to stay! The communication with the property manager was very good. The house was big enough for my husband and I, four of our adult children and some grandchildren. The bedrooms are spacious and we had enough beds and pillows for all. Our stay was in November, and we still enjoyed walking the beach, which was about a block away from the house, and watching the sunrise. The kitchen was very well equipped and everything was in working order. The only odd thing, that we got use to in a few days, is that house sways and also vibrates when the washer is spinning. It was a different sensation, but we never felt unsafe. Our only complaint was a few areas of messes that were left in closets and the towel closet was in disarray. Overall, it was well worth it.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

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

Great Spot!

Bowers beach is awesome and this was a great property!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

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

Great spot!

Great house and excellent communications with the host. We are frequently in the area for sports at DE Turf and love Bowers Beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

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

October 17, 2024-October 20, 2024

This was a great house to stay with family and friends. Location was great and the kids enjoyed the beach and the bikes. I would definitely stay again if I have to stay somewhere in that area. Thank you Sean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

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

Family Wedding

Very enjoyable. House was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron S.

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

Great little town

The house, town and beach were great. It’s a hidden gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue L.

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

Captains Quarters

We had a wonderful time at the Captains Quarters. The house was as advertised and very clean. Its location was central to our activities. JP Wharf restaurant was very close (walking distance) and food there was excellent. We highly recommend this VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

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

Wonderful Family Vacation

Property was well maintained with lots of extra amenities. Plenty of room for our whole family. Well stocked kitchen! We asked about a crockpot and one was delivered the day we arrived! Very close to the beach! Welcoming community
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Alice B.

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

Great for large groups, convenient to Dover

We stayed here while visiting a festival up at the Dover racetrack. It was an easy drive and let us hang on the beach in the day. We loved seeing all the wildlife including horseshoe crabs, jellyfish, periwinkle and even a sea turtle! The only negative was the water, which had a strong sulfur smell and was undrinkable. Even showers weren't fun. However this was disclosed and after buying a bunch of bottled water we were happy and would return in the future. Wonderful and responsive host. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Family Trip

Beautiful house a very short walk to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn J.

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

Captain's Quarters Rocks!

This is our second stay at Captian's Quarters as part of the annual American Select girls lacrosse showcase event. We comfortably slept 4 families and enjoyed all the amenities and upgrades the owner did since our last visit. The little community of Bowers Beach is great for a quick beach run, excellent food, and a fun night time tavern for adults; all within a 5 minute walk. Sean is a great owner and very responsive to anything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

W M.

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

Great location and house

We had a wonderful relaxing stay at this great home! It was steps to the beach and their recommendation for JP’s was also great. The beds were super comfortable. Lovely home with great communication from the owner! Only negative was the taste/ smell of the water but we just had bottled water and it wasn’t a problem at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen N.

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

Great Relaxing Vacation

Captain's Quarters was a wonderful house for our family vacation. The set-up of the rooms allow for privacy and a place to be by yourself, with a nice living room/dining area for gatherings. The kitchen is well-stocked with cooking pots, pans, utensils, appliances, and a full set of dishes and glasses. The host provides several beach chairs, beach toys, and bikes. Just a short walk to kayak rentals, too. There were not many other people on the beach the week we were there (sometimes no one else!), and we enjoyed not jockeying in crowds. We took a day trip to Rehoboth Beach to walk the boardwalk and have a lunch out, but it was nice to come back to our quiet spot. We all loved our week there - Thanks, Sean!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate T.

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

Had the best time on Bowers Beach!

I stayed in captains quarters with a group of families during our Lacrosse tour tournament at the DE turf complex. We had the best time. It was close to the fields and perfect for a multifamily set up. In the evenings, we could relax and the kids could ride beach cruisers around the island. The sunset on the Mars is beautiful, the beach is lovely and the Doc has everything you need. We had a fabulous dinner at JP’s on Wharf and the kids walked for ice cream. The mattresses and pillows were extremely comfortable. We really had the best time. Great house. Would definitely book it again. We liked how peaceful and quaint Bowers Beach was and it was also convenient to drive to other tourist areas when we were in the mood. There’s a maritime museum on the island. The hours of operation didn’t align with our plans, but I’d love to go back and check that out.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mike C.

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

Captain's Quarters

We had a fun stay at Captain's Quarters, rented the house with 5 adults and 5 teenagers playing in a lacrosse tourney at the DE Turf complex. House was huge, clean and Sean was super helpful. The beach was really close to house but not as nice as we would have hoped, more dirt than sand, lots of horse flies and water was a bit muddy/murky being on the bay - could have been a function of the tides. JP's Wharf was within walking distance and had great food and music/entertainment. We would definitely rent this house again - thanks Sean!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa M.

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

Quiet beach area

Was nice for our family - small children, small beach, very close - a lot of chairs and things to do. Not crowded for holiday weekend. a lot of open area for big family to hang out together.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhett W.

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

Great location!

We stayed in Bowers for a lacrosse tournament at DE Turf Fields; I recommend it - very convenient! The house and location made it more like a vacation than a tournament weekend 🙂. Great access to the water. The property manager was very responsive and accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

miranda m.

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

Wonderful family gathering spot

We had a wonderful time at Sean's house - it was clean, spacious and well equipped. And an easy walk to the beach! Sean was super responsive and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mark S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation Trip

We chose Captain’s Quarters for our family trip to attend our daughter’s graduation because of the size and location of the home. Approximately 10 of us were able to stay there comfortably and the area and location was close to all the activities we attended. Sean was great in allowing us to check in early and communication was excellent. His instructions were very clear and helpful in getting us settled in the first day and becoming familiar with the home. Like any home, there were some things that didn’t worked well. Upon check-in we had an ant issue in the kitchen area and the main bedroom. Also, it was tough to get over the odor of the water. Sean was very reactive in helping us take care of the ants quickly. Also, the bicycles were available to be used but they were not in working condition. I would recommend servicing of the bicycles if they are available for house guests. Deck furnitures and beach chairs need cleaning. Overall our stay was pleasant and peaceful. The neighbourhood is quiet and great for walking and easy access to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Criselle A.

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

Great place first for a family trip

The Captain’s Quarters afforded us a wonderful beach trip. Plenty of room for everyone and more than enough bathrooms. I’ll miss master bath! The house was conveniently located close to the beach. The kids had a great time in the Bay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eva W.

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

Friends Getaway

The property lived up yo expectations. I had been looking at it for a while to rent. My friends and I had enjoyable stay in April. Beds and furniture were comfortable. Hope to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

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