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New siding Spring 2020
Exterior
Dining area. Table expands to seat 10-12
Interior
Sun Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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South Bethany, DE
  • Bethany Beach Beaches
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Fenwick Island Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Canal Beach House - Great For Families

Fabulous open living area on the first level. Screened in porch overlooking the canal. Upper deck for sunning, reading and relaxing. 3 bedroom, 2 full baths. Great sun room. Easy walk or drive to the beach. Dock on the canal for easy boat launching. Great for Kayaks. After a full day at the beach return to quiet canal setting. House has been lovingly maintained and cared for by our family. Perfect place for catching crabs off of the dock.

During the offseason in 2020-2021 we continued to make improvements to the house. We re-painted the master bedroom. We replaced the ceilings in the family room and kitchen and painted the family room. We are in the process of replacing all electrical outlets. We installed new ceiling fans in the first floor. The first floor bathroom was renovated in off season 2020. The siding on the house was redone in 2020. The house is now slate blue color. The dining room, kitchen and one bedroom have been painted. The stain glass window in the sun room has been repaired. New dock completed June 2020.

Brand new HVAC systems, new hot water heater in 2019, new carpet on first floor 2020, renovated bath room on 2nd floor 2018, new porch seating area furniture 2018, new lounge chairs for upper deck 2019. All appliances replaced 2017-2018 (except fridge 2015). New mattresses throughout. New living room sofa and table purchased July 2019.

Property manager

Mary Ann Wagner

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 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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

About the area

Bethany Beach

Located on the waterfront, 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. Looking to get your feet wet? Surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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South Bethany, DE

What's nearby

  • Bethany Beach Beaches - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Fenwick Island Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Bethany Beach Nature Center - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Maryland Beach - 10 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 26 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mango's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bethany Beach Boardwalk - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bethany Diner - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bethany Boathouse - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Canal Beach House - Great For Families pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Canal Beach House - Great For Families?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Canal Beach House - Great For Families?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Canal Beach House - Great For Families 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 Town Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ken F.

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

Lovely, modern beach house

We've stayed in a few houses in Bethany and this one was our favorite. Very comfortable, and the renovated bathrooms are beautiful. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline D.

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

Paradise

Our second summer staying here. Simply perfect cottage! The owner was great and location is wonderful. Can't say enough good things about our stay!
Stayed 42 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina Z.

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

Great place and location!

Had a great week again staying at this property. I think this is the 5th year my family has stayed at the property and every year we’re pleased with the changes made to the house. We absolutely love our stays in Bethany and plan to book again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carole A.

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

Relaxing beach vacay

Quite neighborhood!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet C., Kennett Square

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

Great spot on the water

Enjoyed our visit as always. Comfy and well appointed. Screened porch overlooking water is great for meals or just hanging out. Thanks for a great stay with friends and family.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina Z.

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

Great Vacation

We had a great week staying at the house. Pleasant surprise to see and love the updates made to the house. Our family loves the location. The house is perfect for our family and owner is great with communication.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacob W.

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

A Weekend Away

Fantastic vacation rental! Easy driving distance to the beach and in a very quiet neighborhood. The canal system is really cool to see and the house is close to everything. Will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Jessica M.

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

Beach Week

Mary Ann was very helpful and responsive to all needs. The cottage is in a lovely location and the floorplan makes the space feel larger than it is making a great experience for our small family and friends. Very comfortable beds and the new bathrooms are very well done. Spent most of time on outdoor shower as it was perfection. We will definitely look to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline D.

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

Heaven

This place is heaven. The best porch and upstairs deck. Lotsa nature all around. Quiet canal. Great communication with the owner. It is simply the best! We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

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

Great house!

This house is in a great, quiet neighborhood, walkable to beach. The house is comfortable and well kept. The porches are great and I have to say the water pressure is spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

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

Great stay in South Bethany

My family and I loved this house! Plenty of room, gorgeous water views, and close to the beach. We appreciated the parking tags and found driving to the beach the easiest option. Really enjoyed the beds! Communication with the host was great. Can't wait to come back:)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline D.

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

A slice of heaven!

The house is adorable, clean, updated and on a large canal. The porch is quiet and relaxing and the upstairs deck was enjoyed by all. Loved the location. Owner was so friendly and helpful. Truly a slice of heaven
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leona M.

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

Nice home on the canal and 10 min hike to beach.

Late September, very quiet on the canal and beach. Very nice house and host and well stocked for guests. A 10 min hike to beach, but we mostly drove and walked the many local trails. Many takeout places close by. A lovely relaxing vacation from work!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christina Z.

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

Another great week

Love staying at this property. This has been our 4th year and when we arrived we loved the new look of the house. Loved all the changes and updates made. Already booked the property for Summer 2021.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

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

Fantastic place

My family and I loved this house. The neighborhood was fantastic and quiet. Nice area to walk the dog. Beach is walkable. Close to restaurants as well. Being on the canal was fun as well. Great screened in porch and sun porch as well. Great water pressure! The bathrooms were beautiful and the beds comfortable. We would most definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Greg L., Hilltown, PA

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

Short Golf Weekend

My brother and cousins just rented this house for a quick Thursday to Sunday golf weekend. Great house, with everything we needed. Working with Mary was a breeze, and we look forward to renting this again next year. Thanks!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Best weekend ever

The place is great. And communication with owners was perfect. We all wanted to go home and demolish our bathrooms, and copy the two in this house. So clean and fresh. So many different places to sit and relax. Thank you for a great birthday weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

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

Great location

This is a wonderful house on the canal in a s very quiet neighborhood. It is close enough to walk to the beach but we drove since Mary Ann left parking tags for the renters, which was extremely nice. The kitchen was well stocked and we used the grill too. We brought our paddle boards to use on the canal. Great location and we definitely would rent here again! Thanks for a lovely stay, Mary Ann.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S., wilmington, de

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

Felt like home

Wonderful time with family at the Wagner’s! The cottage was clean, beds were comfy and the outside shower was great!! Screened in porch we’re we spent most of our time was really nice along with the shady spot on canal. Grans had a great time crabbing. Had my kayak and loved exploring the canals and back bay. Hope we can stay next year, looking forward to the updates the have in store for the fall.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte F.

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

Lovely area, perfect for our long weekend

This is a lovely, cozy home situated in a comfortable, safe neighborhood. The back porch overlooking the canal is a great spot to enjoy a morning cup of coffee. Short drive into town. The owner is very responsive and helpful. This was my first time using VRBO and I was very pleased.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa L.

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

Perfect getaway

We really enjoyed our stay! The house is so great, in a quiet neighborhood on the canal, a quick drive to the beach. We had a wonderful, relaxing time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael P., Baltmore

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

Peaceful Sanctuary

The Wagner’s home is a peaceful sanctuary and we can’t wait to return for more family fun and relaxation. This home is cozy, quiet and full of charm nestled in an adorable neighborhood close to the beach and bayside. We are grateful for our Thanksgiving getaway here at this little gem. Talk about much needed R & R and we will be back before we know it!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Hoppes Stay

We enjoyed our stay. Upstairs back door was unlocked when we arrived but the house was perfect for a quiet get away for us. Thanks.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

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

The house is perfectly charming

This property has all the basics covered, but all the extras too! The puzzles, games, and books were great. The kitchen is well stocked. Lots of seating is available. The layout of the house is great. And the owner is super kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

brent a.

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

Wonderful beach cottage

Great little beach cottage. Well maintained. Super clean. Host was very gracious and responsive. Easy walk to the beach. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Mary Ann Wagner

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Long time South Bethany beach house owner. Have enjoyed this house for over 25 years, spending all of our summer vacations in this house.

Why they chose this property

Great, perfect beach house. This house is very comfortable. Easy open living spaces. Great for boaters, bicycle riders. Quiet street. Very peaceful. You'll feel right at home

What makes this property unique

Canal lot providing easy launching for boats, great upper deck for relaxing and sunning.

Languages:

English
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