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Rodney Dunes Pier 12 Apt C Dog-Friendly 2 BR Apartment 1 minute walk to Beach

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Living area
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 665.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Dewey Beach, DE
  • Dewey Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Dewey Beach Parasail
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Rodney Dunes Pier 12 Apt C Dog-Friendly 2 BR Apartment 1 minute walk to Beach

Ready for some fun in the sun to cure all those winter doldrums? Come vacation with us in one of the best-kept secrets in Dewey Beach.
Welcome to Rodney Dunes Pier 12 Beach Apartments, located steps from the beach. We offer a newly renovated beautiful 2 BR with queen beds, a living room with queen sleeper sofa, full kitchen, one bath, and a balcony. Enjoy our huge, fenced sandy backyard with tables, lounges, lots of seating and a firepit!
Being able to take an easy stroll to the beach with no roads to cross makes this perfect for families with older guests or small children for lunchtime, nap time, or bathroom breaks.
Park your car and walk to all Dewey Beach has to offer from fine dining to crabs and beer. Enjoy great nightlife, water sports on the bay, and a clean lifeguarded beach
No Reservation is confirmed until the OWNER receives confirmation of payment from VRBO. There are no refunds for cancellation and "cancel for any reason trip insurance" is recommended.
Please don't ask us to discount as we have a policy not to discount in fairness to our return guests and those who reserve early and pay the full rate and associated fees.
Our week runs from Saturday to Saturday (full weeks only) during July and August but we are flexible the other months we are open. with a three-night minimum. We NEVER rent for just one night.
Our TVs are Firestick and Roku. Please do not download any movies or apps that have a fee unless the fee is charged to your account. If you have Netflix you may sign into your account to watch. Any charges that get billed to us will need to be reimbursed to us. NO EXCEPTIONS. There is always a notice informing you of any charges.
Please note: our pet fee is per dog per night so if you are bringing q dog or more than one dog you need to let us know at the time of booking. Showing up with a dog without notice will result in doubling the pet fee. We have one of the largest fenced backyards in Dewey. Dogs must have a Dewey Beach dog tag which may be purchased at the town hall at 105 Rodney Ave.
The property fee charged is for the Dewey Beach lodging fee. VRBO only collects the State lodging fee. We are required by the Dewey Beach code to collect this fee.
WHY STAY AT RODNEY DUNES PIER 12 BEACH APARTMENTS?
1. Let the sounds and smell of the ocean lull you to sleep.
Life is good AT THE BEACH
2. We are family-owned and operated and offer clean,
modern beach apartments for all your needs
3. We offer three beautiful air-conditioned super clean
ocean apartments. Each apartment offers something
unique and different for your particular needs
4. Lounge in the sun in our huge tropical sandy beach
backyard to the pleasant sound of our backyard fishpond.
We have one of the largest fenced backyards in Dewey
Beach with three tables, lots of seating, gas grills, a fire pit,
and an ornamental fishpond. Enjoy sitting under the stars
at night with a cocktail or roasting marshmallows around
the fire pit. Cook on the gas grills, or just
play a game of horseshoes.
5. We also have two very nice outdoor showers with hot and
cold water. and a dressing area.
6. Seaside Retreat is a 2BR (sleeps six) and has a living room
with a queen sleeper sofa, a full kitchen with a rattan
dining table, two bedrooms (both queen beds), one bath,
and a balcony that overlooks our backyard area!! The
apartment has a keyless entry so no need to keep up with
keys.
7. Save money by being able to eat in your own fully stocked
kitchen.
8. We offer DOG-FRIENDLY ONLY accommodations for
approved dogs (sorry, no cats due to allergies, no birds,
reptiles, snakes, monkeys, miniature ponies, pigs, etc)(pet
fee per day/per dog applies)!!! Dewey Beach is pet-
friendly for dogs on the beach. During the season pets
are welcome on the beach before 9:30 AM and after 5:30
PM. We are the ONLY beach town in Delaware that does
allow dogs on the beach in summer. We will provide a
copy of our pet rules if you plan on bringing a dog.
9. We have a lifeguard on the beach at the end of our street
and you can rent chairs and umbrellas on the beach by the
day or week. Disable beach wheelchairs are available free
of charge from our lifeguards.
10. Dewey Beach is a wonderful place to come to with your
family or friends. While we pride ourselves on being a
FAMILY-oriented rental, we welcome responsible singles
11. We do rent for senior week with signed notarized
parental signatures but we are NOT a party house,
hangout, or gathering place
12. Enjoy all the comforts of home with the ocean just a few
steps away
13. WE ARE A NON-SMOKING BUILDING!!
All the rates shown are for up to four people with an additional charge of $50.00 per night per person for up to two additional.
PLEASE NOTE: We do require a signed rental agreement.
This apartment will only sleep six people. OCCUPANCY IS STRICTLY ENFORCED. Sorry, I must post this due to a few reservations that understate how many guests and then just have them show up. I want to be sure everyone is aware of the rules. Having more people than stated could result in you being asked to leave. Over occupancy places us at risk of losing our rental license.
Failure to commence tenancy will result in the loss of any money paid and any balance will be due to the owner.
See the online agreement for complete details.
In the event of power outages, loss of cable, internet, appliances, TV failure, or any offered amenity, there will be no reduction in rent. A technician will be called ASAP.
Also please note that VRBO now charges a service fee on top of our rates which will be added to their total. We have no control over those fees:
Check-in time is 4:00 PM (NO EXCEPTIONS). This extra time is needed to get everything done to ensure your safety.
Our beds will again have our beachy comforter sets, pillows, and mattress pads now that COVID-19 is not as severe. You will need to bring your linens and towels since we do not furnish them. We have uploaded our new rental agreement. Since you are accepting this agreement by reserving, please read it over carefully. Your safety is our main concern and every effort is being made to make your stay as comfortable and worry-free as possible. Linens, pillows, blankets, etc can be provided for a fee if you don't wish to bring them.
We do recommend that "Cancel for any reason trip insurance" be purchased in the event your reservation needs to be canceled. We cannot insure your vacation should you need to cancel.
WHAT TO BRING: Paper products, trash bags (We supply starter rolls of TP, paper towels, and trash bags), bath soap, bath towels, sheets, washcloths & toiletries, Please bring appropriately sized sheet sets. The beds are all queen size including the sleeper sofa.
CLEANING: We take pride in offering a very clean nonsmoking apartment and appreciate your care to make sure it stays that way. We have cleaners come in after each guest leaves to make sure everything is ready for the next guest. You are expected to perform normal cleaning, take out the trash, run the dishwasher, and put the clean dishes away. It is the responsibility of the GUESTS to make sure the apartment is left in the same condition as found. Additional cleaning will be charged additional fees.
WIRELESS INTERNET is provided by an outside company and is free of charge. While this service is provided it is not guaranteed and we are not responsible should it not be available or for any problems that may occur from its use.

Off-street parking is available for 2 vehicles one behind the other in the spot marked C on the building. No more than two vehicles may park in front of the building. No exceptions. Parking passes are required in the season for any additional vehicles and they MUST park on the street. Passes may be obtained at townhall 105 Rodney Ave

If the week you want is not available check out our 3 BR Sea Horse Hideaway which takes up the entire first floor. This apartment is very large, one of the largest all on one floor in Dewey with NO stairs. There is a living room, full kitchen, dining room, Florida room, three bedrooms, 1 & 1/2 baths, and a deck off the back that opens to our spacious backyard. It is VRBO #314407
Sea View Haven is a beautiful 2BR second-floor nonsmoking apartment located approximately 125 feet from the beach.
Enjoy having an ocean view from the living room, a fully stocked kitchen with everything you need for your cooking needs (except the food) including a small wicker table and chairs and an eat-at breakfast bar, two queen bedrooms, and a bath. This apartment has a keyless entry so no need to keep up with keys.
It is VRBO #310004.

We do rent for Greyhounds Reach the Beach for the April and October events as well as Doodle Week

VOTED THE BEST VACATION SPOT IN DELAWARE!!
© Flickr/Lee Cannon/CC BY-SA 4.0
Delaware— Dewey Beach
This is where vacationers go for days filled with lots of sun, nice weather, thrilling water adventures along ocean beaches, and nights filled with partying. Boating, parasailing, wakeboarding, water skiing, windsurfing, and dolphin watching are popular activities. You will find plenty of nightclubs with live music and lots of dancing. Don’t miss the serene experience of watching sunset views of the bay. Enjoy Monday Movie nights on the beach, grab a Jolly Trolley shuttle to Rehoboth Beach to stroll the boardwalk, and make the most of tax-free shopping at the Tanger Outlets, according to Visit Delaware

Property manager

Dell Tush
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Chldren welcom
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs only with fee of $40.00 per day/per dog
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Over occupying will result in eviction and loss of monies paid.
You may not download any movies or apps on the Firestick TVs that require a fee unless it is billed to your account including N.etflix
Quiet time after 11:00 pm. Signed rental agreement required Senior week requires notarized parental signatures on the rental agreement

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dewey Beach

Located in Dewey Beach, this apartment is in the city centre 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. Dewey Beach Parasail and John Waples Memorial Playground are also worth visiting. 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
  • Dewey Beach Parasail - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Indian Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rehoboth Beach - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rusty Rudder - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dewey Beer Company - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Woody's Dewey Beach - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Nalu Surf Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wings To Go - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Rodney Dunes Pier 12 Apt C Dog-Friendly 2 BR Apartment 1 minute walk to Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Rodney Dunes Pier 12 Apt C Dog-Friendly 2 BR Apartment 1 minute walk to Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rodney Dunes Pier 12 Apt C Dog-Friendly 2 BR Apartment 1 minute walk to Beach?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Rodney Dunes Pier 12 Apt C Dog-Friendly 2 BR Apartment 1 minute walk to Beach located?

Located in Dewey Beach, this beachfront apartment building is in the city centre, steps from Dewey Beach and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk. Dewey Beach Parasail and Baycenter for the Performing Arts are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

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

Beach

Amazing location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

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

Lovely stay

Great location and easy walk to beach, shopping, and restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Another great Dewey vacation

Close to the beach. Quiet. Spacious, breezy balcony overlooking spacious and well-appointed back yard. New kitchen appliances. Great location for the dog too, with access to fenced-in yard plus easy walk to the beach. Perfect for another memorable family beach vacation.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin Y.

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

Shortest walk to the Beach!!

Great place and very attentive owners! Had everything we needed. Was the first time in awhile we had to bring sheets, towels, food, etc but the place was great. It was truly 100 yrds to the beach and very convenient for in town restaruants and easy to walk to all places! Dell & Larry were very accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Mary Theresa F., Perkasie, PA

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Excellent Location!

This is a tough review to write because this apartment is literally 4 houses from the beach and in such a wonderful location. You could walk to so much and it was really, really convenient. However, the property needs a good amount of TLC in order to look like the pictures in the listing. The yard is overgrown and the patio furniture is worn from being out in the weather. The front door also needs to be lifted in order to close correctly. My conversations with the owner were very friendly and the apartment is a good place for a weekend, though, so maybe this is because it was the end of the season.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Oleksiy L.

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

Summer beach getaway

Property is very nice, very close to the beach. Plenty of restaurants and shops in walking distance.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Toni K.

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

Relaxing week at the beach

This family of 3 + dog had a lovely time staying in a cozy condo just steps from the beach. This was the easiest trip to the beach we have ever had.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

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

Peace of Mind

Dell and Larry are great hosts. They were more than helpful and fun to talk with. The unit we rented was clean and comfortable, well-furnished and wonderfully close to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine K.

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

Just right

Nice clean comfortable condo steps from the beach and pet friendly. Just as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Allison V., Media, PA

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

The perfect beach week

It was our first time at Dewey beach, and we loved it. The location of the rental cannot be beat unless you're staying right on the beach itself. Very convenient for my 77 yo mother who has arthritis and trouble walking. We could get a beach wheelchair for her at the lifeguard stand, but since we were so close, she preferred to walk on her own. Apartment had everything we needed. I would say it's more suited for 4 people as it gets a bit crowded with the pull out couch. Larry was so nice and had great recommendations. We loved all the dogs that we met at the house and on the beach! We will be back for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Amy M., Deerfield, USA

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

Great Location

My family and I traveled from Chicago to Dewey in June. We loved the size and location of the property, but the unit itself could use some updates. The entrance to the “foyer” where the doors for the 3 separate units are doesn’t feel very secure, the trim in the bathroom is loose and the shower is very small- making it extremely difficult to shave your legs. Dell and her husband were very nice and responsive, and everyone we met was very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

mike m.

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

Close

great location, nice hosts. dogs enjoyed their stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S., Alexandria, VA

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

Last minute Easter getaway

Lovely condo in great location, central to Dewey businesses and quick access to beach. Dell was a gracious host, easy to contact and quick to reply. Fenced in backyard is great for dogs and humans alike!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

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

Great Week!

Great location, beautiful weather, nice owners.

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Jules & Ron & Pups DB Trip

We had a lovely, relaxing and enjoyable stay at this beautiful condo. It was everything it stated it was. The owners are kind and attentive and their gorgeous pup, Molly, is a doll - I absolutely love her. My pups enjoyed their stay as well - they loved sitting on the balcony and walking on the beach in the morning. The guests in the other units were also very nice!! Their dogs were absolutely sweethearts also. On a side note, everyone we encountered in Dewey was very respectful of the COVID19 distance rules and mask wearing. It is greatly appreciated.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jodi L.

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

Wonderful Week

Very nice relaxing holiday at Dewey Beach. The property was great. We loved the backyard - with the fluffy sand it was almost like being on the beach itself (our dogs especially liked the freedom to play with us there!). Very nice outside showers! Larry was a delight and made sure everything was going well for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

tammy e.

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

Perfect beach getaway.

My family and I really enjoyed our stay. Dell and Larry are very nice people and made sure we had everything we needed.The fenced in yard was perfect for our dogs. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

CHERRYL B., ALEXANDRIA

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

Perfect Getaway for Small Families

Our family of three, plus our family dog, had a lovely stay here. Everything was as advertised and the location to the beach was perfect. We cooked all our meals either inside or on the grill in the spectacular backyard oasis. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rob G.

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

Great place for a beach getaway!

We had a fantastic time. The location was absolutely perfect - just steps from the beach! The owners were delightful and were super-welcoming. Couldn't ask for a better place for a quick getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kirsti E.

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

Perfect vacation spot!

Wonderful experience staying in an unbelievably perfect location in a great apartment! A stone’s throw from beach and walking distance to anything you could want. Communications w owners was prompt and very accommodating. Dogs loved it too! We plan to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alissa N.

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

Great home away from home feeling

Great location just a few houses in from the beach with no need to cross roads, etc. Dell and Larry were very warm and welcoming! The apartment is very well-appointed; everything you need in the kitchen and extra pillows, etc. to make you feel at home. The outdoor showers were great and made it easy to transition the whole family from the beach to dinner etc. without having to take turns in the bathroom. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

EDWARD M.

Nice, Dog Friendly Stay Steps from the Beach

The apartment is not spacious (two bedrooms with queen beds are tight), but living room is more than adequate for 4 (we were only two) and the balcony was nice. The kitchen was well provisioned. The apartment was very clean, no evidence of being too dog friendly It is steps from the beach, which is a big plus. The owners were great to deal with and our dog and their dog had fun playing in their large backyard. It was raining on the day of our departure and the owners very graciously told us not to worry about the check out time and that we could have the apartment for the day, as they did not have it rented.

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K., Millersville, MD

Great location close to beach and town

This apartment's location is excellent. Very close to the beach and walkable to all of downtown Dewey Beach. We loved that our dogs could stay with us too. (Must have a Dewy beach dog license - $10 per dog) The apartment is well outfitted with everything you need. The deck is nice to have. The yard is large and great to hang out and for the dogs to roam around. Dell is very responsive to booking and all questions. We had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kerry B.

Lovely week

My sister and I rented this apartment last week (July) and had a great time. It's cozy, equipped with everything we needed and the hosts couldn't have been lovelier - they were there when you needed them but out of sight otherwise. They take impeccable care of the property, inside and out. There is a massive backyard with tables, a fire pit, outdoor showers and beautiful plantings. There is a 30 second walk to the beach which was never too crowded. It's also a very short walk to great restaurants, bars and activities. We will definitely try to rent here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sally D.

Dewey Vacation

We had the best time staying in Dewey Beach at Dell and Larry Tushs' condo. Perfect location, everything in walking distance. Dell and Larry were very attentive to our needs and we enjoyed getting to know them. The condo had everything we needed and it was great to be able to have our dog with us. Larry even taught my husband how to Clam. We can't wait for our next vacation in Dewey. The other condos were great as well. Thank you for a fabulous time!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

About the host

Hosted by Dell Tush

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My husband and I purchased the four-unit apartment building in 2001 because we wanted our grandchildren to enjoy summers at the beach just as our children had done. We are on-site in one apartment and rent the other three to our summer guests. My husband and I have been married for 52 years and actually honeymooned in the first-floor apartment. We have three wonderful children and four beautiful granddaughters. Being very family-oriented, we completely renovated to make our apartments as comfortable and inviting as possible. We want our guests to return year after year because they enjoy it so much.

Why they chose this property

Our children encouraged us to buy the place to keep our tradition of Dewey Beach going and to keep it in the family. We completely renovated to make it one of the nicest rentals in Dewey Beach. Our goal is to eventually pass it on to our own children so they will enjoy many more years at the beach. Dewey Beach is a wonderful unique place unlike what you'll find in Rehoboth or Bethany.
Everything is available in the immediate area from outlet shopping, fine dining, beach and bay activities , golf, etc.

What makes this property unique

Relax in style and enjoy all the comforts of home. Our convenient location is great for small children and our older guests since there are no roads to cross and it is so convenient for nap time, lunchtime, or bathroom breaks. Spend time in our unique backyard. This is one of the largest backyards in Dewey Beach.
From our convenient located you can walk to all of Dewey for everything from fine dining to pizza and crabs. Dewey has some of the best nightlife around. Give Dewey a try and you'll never want to go anywhere else.

Languages:

English

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