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The Gosling - North Bethany, Sussex Shores, Ocean Block with Private Beach!

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Front of House
Front / Driveway
Front of House
Family Room
Family Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10125.4 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Bethany Beach, DE
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Bethany Beach Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Fenwick Island Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Queen Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Twin Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Twin Bunk Bed Bedroom 2

4 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Gosling - North Bethany, Sussex Shores, Ocean Block with Private Beach!

We welcome our 'extended family' to The Gosling! 2025 celebrates our 20th year of offering 'The Gosling' as a rental property.

'The Gosling' is located in Sussex Shores which is the first private community north of Fifth Street and the Town of Bethany Beach. It is within walking or biking distance to town, shopping, and restaurants (less than half mile from town center). Sussex Shores is a quiet, family-oriented community with a private beach, private roads, and off-street parking.

Access to the community and beach is controlled by private security. Because it is a private beach, it is never crowded and has a staff of full-time lifeguards from mid-June through Labor Day weekend. Once you stay in Sussex Shores, you will forever be spoiled and will never want to return to a crowded public beach!!

The house is located 75 yards from the dunes and is a one-story (Deceptively large once inside) - no hassling with staircases! The Master Bedroom has a queen bed. Bedroom #2 has two sets of built-in twin bunk beds. Bedroom #3 has two twin beds. Bedroom #4 has two twin beds. All bedrooms are located on the back side of the house, separated from the living room, dining room, kitchen and laundry area by a hallway. The sunroom opens off the kitchen, dining area and screened porch. There is an excellent outdoor shower with changing area - you'll never want to shower indoors again!

In addition to the listed amenities, our beach house features a living room and dining area, a sunroom, and screened porch complete with outdoor stereo speakers. A detached shed is provided for storage of your beach gear - bikes, chairs, umbrellas, rafts, boogie boards, surf boards, fishing rods, etc. Beach chairs and a beach umbrella are provided. Porch / Sunroom Awnings - Providing additional privacy and afternoon shade. Hardwood Floors throughout the house. Granite kitchen & bathroom counter tops.

Weekly Rentals are Friday to Friday, thus avoiding weekend traffic snarls! Maid service (at the conclusion of your visit) is included in the rental fee, as well as the Sussex Shores Beach Association Rental Assessment.

If your vacation plans require a 2nd home, please visit my 4 bedroom Townhouse listing, also in Sussex Shores (3 blocks away) that sleeps 9 at VRBO #632751.

The Bethany Bike Shop which offers rental bikes and kayaks is conveniently located within walking distance. They offer a full compliment of rental bikes for adults and children.

Keywords: House - Single Family Home & Sussex Shores

Property manager

Art Oberhofer

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Outlets covered with protective 'plugs'
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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
Screened porch area accommodates smoking.

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 fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bethany Beach

Located in Downtown Bethany Beach, a neighbourhood in Bethany Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocean City Beach and Maryland Beach. Consider Seacrets for a night out or Jolly Roger Amusement Park if you're travelling with kids. 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 Boardwalk - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bethany Beach Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Nick's Mini Golf - Nick's Pirate Golf - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bethany Beach Nature Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Fenwick Island Beach - 5 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 28 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mango's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bethany Beach Boardwalk - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bethany Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bethany Boathouse - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gosling - North Bethany, Sussex Shores, Ocean Block with Private Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Gosling - North Bethany, Sussex Shores, Ocean Block with Private Beach!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Gosling - North Bethany, Sussex Shores, Ocean Block with Private Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Gosling - North Bethany, Sussex Shores, Ocean Block with Private Beach! located?

Located in Downtown Bethany Beach, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre, just steps away from Bethany Beach Boardwalk and Bethany Beach Beaches. Bethany Beach Bandstand and Nick's Mini Golf - Nick's Pirate Golf are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristin C.

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

Amazing beach rental!

We had such a great time at the Gosling. It was super clean and as pictured in the photos. It was very comfortable and felt like we were in our own home. We especially loved that it was walking distance to the beach and the beach was private, and was super quiet. The outdoor shower was excellent! We hope to return next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack N.

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

Exceptional !

The Gosling is a fantastic feel at home property in Bethany Beach. Our family enjoyed the open areas of the house but you could always find your own quiet area if desired. The rooms are spacious and all are adorned with beachy decor that makes your stay that much more enjoyable. The grounds are well maintained and offer a variety of shady spots even on the sunniest of days. And don't sleep on the outdoor shower, it's tremendous! The beach is a short walk away and town is a very enjoyable walk. Communication with the owner was always at the fingertips but never required. Book your stay at the Gosling, you won't regret it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Alexandra B.

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

Great Getaway

A great week at the beach! The Gosling was very clean and the location can’t be beat. The Sussex Shores beach is the best because it isn’t crowded. Art was easy to work with. Hope to return next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

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

The Gosling

The home was beautiful yet very comfortable for us and my daughter’s family. Very short walk to a private beach. Everything we needed was provided from beach items to cleaning and disinfecting products. Perfect community as welll. Many thanks to the owners. We hope to return next year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Happy place!

Beautiful property in my favorite town!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luke G.

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

Beautiful home in excellent location

Our family had a great time staying at the Gosling. Art was a kind and helpful host, and the home was extremely well equipped. As we were traveling with two little ones, that was much appreciated. There was an abundance of beach supplies, which made our packing much, much easier. The neighborhood of Sussex Shores in north Bethany Beach was perfect. This private beach wasn't crowded, and was close enough to walk into the quaint Bethany downtown area. Further, the home is well maintained and spacious, and our family had a wonderful time. We'd highly recommend this property and we hope to have an opportunity to stay at the Gosling in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful!!

Wow, what a charming beach cottage!! It’s filled with natural light, meticulously maintained, feels like ‘home’, fully equipped with beach gear, cooking supplies, everything we needed to make our week absolutely perfect. The location is amazing as well… 3 minute walk to the beach and less than 15 minutes to town. We can’t wait to return!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D., Havre de Grace, MD

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

All The Comforts Of Home!

My husband and I rented this lovely home along with our adult daughters and their boyfriends. The home was very comfortable and had all of the conveniences for a great vacation. We spent many mornings on the sun porch having our coffee and many happy hour evenings on the outdoor picnic table! The kitchen was very well stocked. Cooking dinner was a breeze! The beach toys, chairs, umbrella, and cart were an added plus too! Also, the beach is a convenient walk up the street, no roads to cross, and it is private! No crowds and no worries to finding that perfect location next to the water! The owner is very responsive and keeps this home immaculate! This was the perfect rental!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Monica B.

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

Great vacation home!

We had a lovely experience at the Gosling! Perfect house for one or two young families. We appreciated the sand toys, boogie boards, and well stocked kitchen. Great location too! The owner was very responsive to our questions. We’d love to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P.

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

Perfect!

We stayed here with my elderly parents and children under 5 years old. Having everything on one level w minimal steps was amazing! The location made it easy to walk to the beach and come back to the house if anyone needed a nap or forgot something. The neighborhood is quiet and great for walks. It’s an easy walk to restaurants and shops as well. Definitely highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

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

Cheers to the Gosling!!!

The Gosling is a wonderful well appointed property with everything you need to enjoy a great vacation. The property is ideally located with an easy walk to a private beach and a nice stroll to town. The owner obviously cares about his guests and making sure they enjoy their time at the Gosling. It is impeccably maintained and has all the comforts of home away from home. Cheers to The Gosling and thanks for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

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

Wonderful stay

We had an amazing time at The Gosling. The house was stocked with everything you need and more! Beautiful house and great location on the private beach but still close to town. Hosts were wonderful and very quick to respond. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vincent G.

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

Great stay in September

Art is exceptionally responsive. The house is immaculate with endless details suiting a beach home. We loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cl R.

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

A peaceful neighborhood in Bethany Beach DE

A lovely home, beautifully decorated and perfect for our family group of 10! A short walk to a community private beach as well as in walking distance of the heart of Bethany!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Deb E.

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

Beautiful Home

Beautifully appointed home. Loved the privacy of the neighborhood & beach. Distance from center of town a bit of a problem for the elderly in our party.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alison V.

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

The best!

We loved “the Gosling”. It is sun filled, cheery, clean, very well maintained and in a perfect spot. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

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

Wonderful cottage

Everything was perfect and in its place
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Years of Satisfaction

We have stayed at The Gosling for many years now, and we haven't been disappointed yet! The house is clean, homey, and the perfect size for our bunch. The walk to the beach is short, and it's in the perfect location for a variety of activities, including a day spent on a beautiful private beach. The owner is friendly, responsive to questions or concerns, and a pleasure to work with. We highly recommend spending time at The Gosling and are looking forward to next year's visit already!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

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

Great stay in a wonderful community

Cozy cottage in a quiet neighborhood on private beach. Great stay for families -- easy beach access and quiet roads for children to bike and ride scooters. Plenty of space to accommodate our two families. Wake up slowly with breakfast on the screened porch. Occasionally the national guard band provides musical interludes via marching band practicing across the street. Easy walk to center of town for entertainment and lovely farmer's market. Thank you for another wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

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

Lovely beach house for family vacation

We loved our stay at the Gosling. Plenty of room for our family, great location, adorable beachy decor.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ben L.

A great stay!

We had a wonderful stay at the Gosling, and Art made the process very easy. would definitely come back! The house had a great layout for our needs (we had two young children, and it's a single floor), and it's close to the beach, with a lot of beach equipment, and other useful things (like scooters for the kids) in the shed.

10/10 Excellent

Jessie T.

Very nice house

My husband and I brought our two young children to stay at this house for a week. The house was very nice and spacious and had been cleaned well before we arrived. We especially enjoyed the access to the private beach, which was about a one minute walk so was quite convenient. Travel to town was also close, about a ten minute walk or a short drive. This was our second time visiting Bethany Beach and we like that it is a small fairly quiet town. Will definitely consider coming to stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Conrad C.

great place!

My family and I have vacationed in Bethany for many years. We have rented from Art the past few years and I highly recommend his properties. The Gosling is our favorite - great location, and perfect setup for a family vacation at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Henry B.

A well-appointed and comfortable cottage in Sussex Shores

Our family enjoyed returning to The Gosling for a wonderful beach vacation this summer. The cottage has many personal touches and amenities, and makes everyone feel like being home, just minutes away from a lovely private beach. We hope to return.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Harry M.

Beautiful home, kept clean and up-date. A wonderful respite from a day on the beach.

This home was perfect for our family’s vacation in Bethany Beach. It’s just a short walk to the beach, and we could walk to downtown. The home is truly a ‘home’; it was great to come back to at the end of the day. We will absolutely return to this lovely home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

About the host

Hosted by Art Oberhofer

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Why they chose this property

Pristine property with every imaginable convenience located in a private neighborhood with a gorgeous private beach.

What makes this property unique

Private neighborhood patrolled by security and a private beach unspoiled by crowds.

Languages:

English
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