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Private Cottage Steps to the Beach-just four homes back from the dunes & ocean

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior detail
Outdoor dining
First floor bedroom with one queen bed.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Private Cottage Steps to the Beach-just four homes back from the dunes & ocean

I have named my beach cottage La Sauterelle – French for grasshopper – in honor of the copper grasshopper weather vane that has graced the top of my beach home for many years. The grasshopper is a symbol of good luck but I do not have them in the house!
This single family cottage is at the end of one of the last sandy lanes in Dewey Beach. It is only 50 yards or so back from the sand dunes, beach and ocean at the end of the street. Perfect for quick trips back and forth from the beach for lunch, snacks, refreshments or naps for the little ones. Wonderful outdoor shower. No major highway to cross in this residential area. And you can easily stroll to all the restaurants and entertainment in Dewey. Or hop the Jolly Trolley on the corner for a quick fun open-air ride into Rehoboth Beach which is just one short mile up the road.
This two-story, two-bedroom, 1.5 bath home is a classic cedar-shingled cottage. Tastefully furnished combined living and dining areas, fully equipped and modern kitchen, one bedroom (queen size bed) and one full bath on the ground floor With a full washer and dryer. A side entrance leads to a wonderful outdoor shower and a weber propane gas grill.
The circular staircase takes you to the loft bedroom (king size bed) on the second floor with an adjoining half bath. An entrance off the second floor leads you to a dramatic rooftop deck with upholstered patio furniture, table and umbrella. Perfect for enjoying the ocean breeze, sunset and evening cocktails.
This well-maintained home features warm pine paneling throughout, tongue and groove wood ceilings, vaulted ceiling in the dining/kitchen area with skylights, gleaming hardwood floors in the living areas and in the cozy loft bedroom. The living room features ample upscale seating with one full size sofa and one love seat, Custom plantation shutters and two French doors And a propane fireplace for use during the months of September and October only.
There is a small deck/stoop on the front with one dedicated parking spot on the side The home has cable TV, wifi, stereo, baseboard heating and AC.
Occupancy limited to four.
I invite you to view a video tour of my home.
Thanks so much for considering La Sauterelle for your beach vacation. Hope to see you in Dewey Beach.
Small pets are allowed for an additional fee and upon pre-approval by the owner.
Rents by the week in season, Saturday-to-Saturday. Shorter stays based on availability, contact owner.
Cottage Amenities
• Patio door entry into the living area.
• Two upscale leather sofas in the living room – one full and one loveseat. Ample seating.
• Cable HDTV, DVD, stereo and Internet Wifi.
• Three TVs – one in the living room, and one in each bedroom.
• Kitchen/dining room is furnished with a big dining table and has all the equipment you might need, including a dishwasher, large fridge/freezer, oven, microwave, gas stove, and enough cutlery, utensils, plates, pots and pans for a small gathering. Coffee-maker, blender and all standard equipment is supplied.
• Two bedrooms – one on the first floor with a queen size bed and one in the second floor loft with a king size bed. Designer bed coverings with comfortable updated mattresses.
• Full size washer and dryer in the first floor bathroom.
• 1.5 Bathrooms – one full bath with tub and shower on the first floor and one half bath on the second floor. Additional outdoor shower on the side of the home.
• Ceiling fans throughout.
• Gas barbeque grill.
• Parking for one mid-size car on the side of the cottage.

Property manager

Nancy Bloom
Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pet fee: $250.00 for 1 pet. 300 for 2 pets
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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 fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Dewey Beach

Located in Dewey Beach, this cottage is in the city centre and near 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. East of Maui and John Waples Memorial Playground are also worth visiting.
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Dewey Beach, DE

What's nearby

  • Dewey Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Dewey Beach Parasail - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Indian Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Rehoboth Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rusty Rudder - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dewey Beer Company - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Woody's Dewey Beach - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nalu Surf Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wings To Go - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Cottage Steps to the Beach-just four homes back from the dunes & ocean pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Private Cottage Steps to the Beach-just four homes back from the dunes & ocean?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Cottage Steps to the Beach-just four homes back from the dunes & ocean?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Cottage Steps to the Beach-just four homes back from the dunes & ocean located?

Located in the heart of Dewey Beach, this cottage is steps from Dewey Beach and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk. Bottle & Cork and Sunset Park are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marcie R.

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

Perfect Beach Cottage

We had a wonderful weekend and the cottage was adorable! Perfect location and the roof deck was great!!! We will definitely be back next year!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

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

Great Getaway

Cozy, well appointed, excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Maria C.

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

Location, Location, Location!!!

This house is in the absolute perfect location. Bars and restaurants to the right and the beach to the left!! We walked anywhere and everywhere we had to go. And, as all the action surrounded us, once we were inside this charming little beach cottage, all was calm, quiet and peaceful. My son and daughter and his dog joined us for the first part of the vacation from Sunday - Tuesday and then my girlfriend and her husband joined us from Wednesday- Friday after they left. The house is literally three houses from the beach. Every morning, I was able to walk just steps to the beach to see the sunrise. I’m a photographer and had the opportunity to take some amazing images during our vacation time. The house has plenty of room for four people, beds were super comfortable and the house smelled super clean when we arrived. We had a few days of wicked wind on the beach, so we opted for time on the rooftop deck, which was absolutely awesome. It was warm and cozy up there, and you can literally hear the waves crashing onto the shore from the rooftop. I can’t tell you how many times I close my eyes and drifted off. Unfortunately, our time expired and we had to go home. I would love to come back someday it is a perfect, perfect little cottage!!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ramin K.

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

Cozy

Great location but have to bring own sheets and towels. Noisey air-conditioning.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

margo h.

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

Wonderful location

Everything you need
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey D.

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

Great cabin

Amazing location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace M.

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

Great stay and lovely house

Everything was great better than expected. Dewey beach is great and the house and location made it even better
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Pleasing

Location was the highlight
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah B.

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

Great Vacation!

Great location! Perfect size! And our dogs loved it too! Very cozy and enjoyed the deck!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kip C.

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

Kip

Great stay and location! Really enjoyed it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the cottage and the beach very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

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

Lovely Cottage Wonderful Host

We had a lovely stay at Nancy's little cottage. It was equipped with everything you could possibly need. Nancy (the Host) was SO accommodating to us. She really makes you feel like you are in your home away from home! Just steps away from the beach and town makes this a perfect location for your vacation. I highly recommend this property!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackson D.

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

Very nice cottage

Great location right next to the beach and several restaurants. Very clean and had everything we needed for a short stay. Stayed cool inside even on particularly hot days. Host was friendly and communicative.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff A.

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

Dewey

Very nice cottage. Had everything we needed, was clean, comfortable, and close to everything
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Thelma C.

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

Adorable

This small cottage was clean and comfortable. The location was excellent as was the parking space. Upon arrival, we discovered that linens were not supplied. This was quite a shock as I did not see that in the listing and have never come across it on any other rental. We were coming from Arizona! After a short pause, we made it work and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

short walk to the beach

it was great thanks
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna W.

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

Nice

Place was very nice and we enjoyed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

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

The perfect cottage!

This little cottage home was absolutely perfect. The location is amazing. So easy to get to the beach and to walk to many places in Dewey. The beds were comfortable and the house had everything we needed. The host, Nancy, was also fantastic. She is easy to get ahold of and super accommodating and responsive. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. And we would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nani C.

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

Perfect location

The cottage is a perfect location for those who want to spend the day on the beach. It is located near the nightlife in Dewey but far enough off of the main strip that it is also quiet. We all enjoyed the deck on the top of the cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

margo h., Nj

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

Was nice location

Good size and clean
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki M.

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

Repeat customers

This is our second trip to cricket cottage and once again, we had a wonderful time! You're so close to everything you need, the beach, shops, restaurants, etc that the car doesn't move all week. Even though you're close to everything and the "heart of the party" the cottage is set back, making it private and quiet. The access to the beach is easy and the outside shower is the best! Great place for our small family and pet! We will go back for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara R.

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

Beautiful!

Nancy’s cottage was exactly as described, 90 second walk to the beach, 90 second walk to the restaurants. Perfect home for us and our two dogs. And as always, Dewey Beach itself was beautiful and relaxing! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

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

Amazing Little Cabin

The cabin is right around 1200 ft. It’s perfect for a family of 4 with a dog. The kitchen was well stocked with spices, extra trash bags, coffee filters, ice maker AND ice trays, and pots and pans. We weren’t at a loss for anything. The only reason I didn’t give it a 5 star for cleanliness was due to some sand on the floor upon our arrival-however, I feel like this is more of the fault of the cleaning company and not the fault of the owner. The toilets and bathrooms were very clean. We were steps from the beach and loved the proximity to Starboards and Woodys. Both places had delicious food and something for everyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin D.

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

Great place

This was a cute, small place to stay. It’s just 4 of us and our dog, so it fit our needs well. The outside shower was great. Quiet neighborhood and super close to the beach. Parking was a little tight, but we have a truck, so that’s something we are used to. The air conditioners are very loud, but keep the place comfortable. The only cleanliness issue (that wasn’t a big issue) was a lot of dust on the lights, fans, & curtains, but it was clean overall. We would stay here again. It’s a great place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Joyce R.

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

cute bungalow with awesome roof top!

Kitchen was well supplied. Great 3 televisions. Walking distance to beach and restaurants. Only drawback was air conditioner cuts on and off constantly as energy saving but it is noisy when trying to sleep. Should put duck sign at top of stairs to 2nd floor. All signage at the lights should be in big print typed , so it is easy to read without glasses as you move to a light switch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Nancy Bloom

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