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Living Room
Living Room from Entry
Kitchen/Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Bethany Beach, DE
  • Bethany Beach Beaches
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Fenwick Island Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Bunk Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

WEEKS OPEN IN JULY! Quaint and loved beach house. WALK TO BEACH!

LOCATION: Located on Evergreen Road (the road that leads to the South Bethany Town Hall).

Joan's Ark is a quaint, affordable family beach house. This was our mother's home with the purpose of gathering her children and grandchildren together and holds many dear memories for all of us. Please note that this is a HOME; it is not owned by an investment or management company. It is simple, but well-equipped and maintains the essence of our mother. It is perfect for families and friends wanting to get away and enjoy the beach in a feel-at-home environment. It is located in Cat Hill in South Bethany and is close to Bethany Beach, Dewey Beach, Fenwick Island, and Ocean City. It is a little over a 5-minute walk to an expanded beach and provides the following for a perfect getaway:

· Short walk to beach from South Bethany's bay side
· An affordable rental fee that is lower than comparable rental homes that are within walking distance of the beach
· 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a bright, comfortable living area (*bring your own bed sheets, bath linens*)
· A well-equipped kitchen, perfect for communal meals (*bring your own kitchen linens*)
· A partial wraparound deck with a dining table and gas grill
· Plenty of parking
· An outdoor shower
· Located on the bay side, it provides easy access to view a network of canals and bird life to view on morning and evening strolls; one can also enjoy crabbing and fishing from the canals as well as renting stand up paddle (SUP) boards, kayaks or Hobie Cats nearby.
· Personal homey feel (this is not just a rental house; it's our home)
· Free WiFi
· Near a walking and bike path
· A short drive to a surfing beach and several state seashore parks
· Short drive to the shopping outlets in Rehoboth (no sales tax!)
· Located in South Bethany, one of the “Quiet Resorts”
· On a quiet day or night, you can hear the ocean sitting on our deck

CHECK THE CALENDAR FOR AVAILABILITY
· Weekly rentals are Friday to Friday
· Must have an on-site renter at least 22 years or older
· During the high season we only do weekly rentals, but ask! *July is strictly weekly rentals from Friday to Friday.*

Property manager

Sarah O'Brien

Languages

English

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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: 22
Check out before 10:00 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
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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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bethany Beach

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in South Bethany, a neighbourhood in Bethany Beach. Jolly Roger Amusement Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocean City Beach and Maryland Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Carousel Ice Skating Rink, or consider a night out at Seacrets. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bethany Beach, DE

What's nearby

  • Bethany Beach Beaches - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Fenwick Island Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Bethany Beach Nature Center - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Maryland Beach - 9 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 25 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mango's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bethany Beach Boardwalk - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bethany Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bethany Boathouse - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is WEEKS OPEN IN JULY! Quaint and loved beach house. WALK TO BEACH! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at WEEKS OPEN IN JULY! Quaint and loved beach house. WALK TO BEACH!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WEEKS OPEN IN JULY! Quaint and loved beach house. WALK TO BEACH!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is WEEKS OPEN IN JULY! Quaint and loved beach house. WALK TO BEACH! located?

Located in South Bethany, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Bethany Beach Beaches and Fenwick Island Beach. Bethany Beach Boardwalk and Chief Little Owl Totem Pole are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 60 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Meredith D.

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

Quick trip to the beach!

Super cute neighborhood, great for walking. Comfortable house. The swing on the ground level was fun. Enjoyable family bonding experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie S.

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

Fantastic

Great house! Very comfortable and clean. Had everything we needed. Short walk to the beach and super responsive hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loura N.

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

very enjoyable

We really enjoyed our stay! Nice and clean. A few things a bit outdated, but it was just fine for us and loved being so close to the beach! THANKS SO MUCH!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

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

Beautiful

Absolutely beautiful home, great communication with owners♡ highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jamie Q.

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

Good Vacation House

Overall the house was great. It had everything we needed and is walking distance from the beach but comes with a parking pass so you don’t need to walk if you don’t want to. The deck is in need of replacement. It didn’t seem safe to use. We have vacationed in South Bethany every year since I was born. The cleanliness was typical of all vacation rentals meaning the cleaners were probably there for about 20 minutes. That is not the owner’s fault. Just be prepared to do a little vacuuming and bathroom scrubbing yourself first.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Shannon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

bethany

I enjoyed staying here; 2 things- advertised as walking to beach possible. That walk is quite a stretch including crossing a busy road, so walking to beach is a no. Second thing, we had car parking pass. It would have been helpful to know they were only applicable in South Bethany (I got a ticket in Bethany). It was very helpful for owner’s response to questions, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greta F.

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

Family Vacation

What a great vacation. The location is perfect to get to the beach and close by to restaurants and shops. If you bring a bike you can get around easily. The house was clean and had all the amenities we needed! Any communication I had with the owners was quickly answered and they were great to work with. We will most likely book again!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Nice place with convenient beach access

Loved our stay and hope to return. Well appointed home with everything one needs, an easy walk to the beach or quick drive to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Racheal C.

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

Safe quiet neighborhood

The house met the details of the listing and had most of what we needed. Just a reminder that while the beds have blankets And pillows, they did not have sheets and there were no towels or wash cloths. Owners were responsive and helpful. Neighbors were great and the neighborhood was quiet. Close to the beach, 3 min drive or about 10ish walk.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

Clean, Warm and Inviting

We loved the open feel of the kitchen. We could move around without bumping into each other and there is enough space to store groceries. The living room also has a welcoming vibe and very comfortable furniture. Bedrooms are spacious, beds comfy, slept soundly!!😴 We enjoyed our stay immensely!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Lovely house

We had a great stay at this property. It was very close to the beach and not super crowded which was really nice. The house itself had all the accommodations we needed. Our kids loved the big swing under the porch. Communication with the owner was great. We will definitely consider staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Farid A.

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

Manager

Very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth F.

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

Well loved family beach home

Overall we had a nice stay. You can tell the house is a well loved family beach home. Pros: -The location is great with a short walk to the beach. -Price is really great for the area with most places being way more expensive in South Bethany -Well appointed kitchen with everything you could need for cooking including oil and spices -house was clean -Beds were comfortable -Kids loved the swing under the house Cons: -Only main complaint is that the house has a very damp feel. Which also I think leads to a bit of a dingy smell to the house. A dehumidifier would likely help a ton.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

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

Great place for a family.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. House is exactly as described in the listing...you can't ask for anything more than that. Great value compared to the other rental options in the area. Walk to the beach was easy and South Bethany is a great place for a family. We would definitely rent Sandpiper Pines again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C., Where do you live?

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

Great beach cottage

Super clean, great South Bethany location, very nice neighbors. Good for family, party people head north to Dewey.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jill W.

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

wonderful

wonderful location, perfect house.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roman L.

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

2nd stay at this house

We returned after 2 years - this house is a great value and a short walk to the beach.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Allie A.

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

Maybe good for their family, but not a nice rental

I am sorry to write a poor review, but with so many high ratings, I think it should be known that this house was very disappointing. Maybe it would work if you are just looking for a place to sleep after a full day at the beach, which you can walk to if you want to cross the highway and lug everything.... but I can't think of any other way of describing it but dingy. The carpet is old and dirty, the light bulbs are all different shades of orange and yellow, the cleaning supplies are super gross, bbq propane tank empty (which the owners also say you can go fill up yourself -- no thanks), the beach chairs rusty and the umbrella didn't even work. Oh it shakes too, which is super comforting. I thought that with the description about this being the family's "loved" beach house that it would be cute and well kept-- but as a renter that is not a member of their family -- it was not a good experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

anne O., WESTMINSTER Maryland

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

great vacation

we had a good time. short walk to the beach. close to the boardwalk.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jessica M.

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

Bethany Beach Stay

We enjoyed our trip to Bethany Beach. The house was in a great location and we could easily walk to the beach. We enjoyed a peaceful getaway. We notified the owner about a broken beach umbrella and the bottom oven not heating properly. The house was clean and the large eat in kitchen worked out great. My only recommendation is to update the beds as they were not comfortable. The bottom bed in bunk room felt to be like a futon pad, not a mattress.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony K.

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

Great location and very quiet neighborhood

Awesome location and neighborhood. Nice deck and plenty of parking.We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

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

First visit back in 24 years to Bethany Beach

We enjoyed our stay at Sandpiper Pines. The house was nice & the area was quiet. The only one "problem" was the bedrooms have to much light coming in at night. We like a dark room. The queen bed for us bothered our backs we are use to an adjustable bed & "regular" mattress. That bed is a tempurpedic mattress.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wayne W., havre de grace md

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

Old school chill zone

"Joans Arc" was super cute and clean on a quiet street walking distance to the beach. Its like staying at your Aunts house at the shore. Furnature is older but in great condition. Family vibe all around. I would certainly stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thaeda F.

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

Great get away!!

My daughter and I had a lovely week-long stay! The neighborhood was quiet and the house was clean and super comfortable. The kitchen is well supplied and we were able to make many of our meals "at home" instead of having to eat out. Communication with the property owners was terrific- rapid responses to questions and very friendly. I would stay here again in a heartbeat! Also, the pictures do not do justice to the comfort and coziness of this home. It is located close to the beach and to several restaurants where the food was awesome! A terrific value and a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Caylen B.

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

Excellent price and short walk to the beach.

Excellent price and short walk to the beach. Very easy to check in and out. The kitchen has great space for cooking family meals. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Sarah O'Brien

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The house was originally purchased by our mother in 1993, I believe. When mom retired, she made South Bethany her spring through fall retirement home. She passed away in 2004 and left the home to my siblings and me so that we could keep the tradition of gathering the grandchildren together. We have been renting it to close friends and friends of friends and decided to give VRBO a whirl. We work hard to keep up the house maintenance ourselves. It is very well-equipped and homey. This house is very special to us and we hope VRBO renters find it as special a place as we do.

Why they chose this property

At the time mom bought the house, the Delaware shore was virtually 'unknown' and she liked the quiet nature it afforded. She wanted a place where all the grandkids could gather and play, and this beach is perfect for that. We love the proximity to the beach itself and that it is a private beach. The towns of South Bethany and Bethany Beach take such wonderful care of the dunes and the shore. The beach has fewer restrictions on what you are allowed to do, but still there is a definite dedication by the residents and renters to keeping it clean and safe. The canals near our home and the bay provide a wonderful place to take a walk and spot a variety of birds and wildlife. There’s a bike path that runs along the neighborhood—perfect for a walk, run, or bike ride either north to Dewey Beach or south to Ocean City.

What makes this property unique

We love taking walks along the beach. We often get to enjoy watching dolphins frolic in the water during those walks. Since the house is such a short distance to the beach, it makes it easy to come and go throughout the day – great when you have young children or just want a quick bite to eat. We enjoy the quiet and friendly aspect of the neighborhood. Depending on your mood and activity level, there are so many activities available in the Bethany Beach area, from reading a book on the beach to bike riding to parasailing and even surfing. At night when it is quiet, we can sometimes hear the ocean. Bethany Beach is such a lovely, beautiful place that it will make your time away from home so very special.

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