Pet-Friendly Oceanfront House!

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6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12232.3 sq m

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Dewey Beach, DE

Dewey Beach
‪1 min walk‬
Indian Beach
‪8 min walk‬
Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk
‪6 min drive‬
Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County)
‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

About this property

Bring the whole family to the beach! Looking for a large home to get the whole family together? Are you ready to book your vacation? This old-fashioned beachfront home will be perfect for you in any season. Please note that the minimum age to rent this cottage is 40. Please contact owner if you are a younger family. Up to 2 of your well-behaved dogs are welcome with an additional pet fee.

This lovely oceanfront cottage has undergone a major renovation. Built in the 1930's, it retains all of its original charm, while modern updates bring it into the 21st century. A new HVAC system will keep you cool in the summer and warm in the winter. The all new kitchen is filled with stainless steel appliances and a wine fridge. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and an indoor sleeping porch with queen sleeper downstairs, and 4 more large bedrooms upstairs. Linens are not provided but a linen service can be recommended. The downstairs bathroom has retained its antique clawfoot tub with shower, while the upstairs bathroom has a new shower. The living room has a well maintained piano for those who play. This antiques-filled home has plenty of comfortable porches for relaxing and an oceanfront deck to catch some sun. Beach access is down the driveway and out to the street, so no one will be walking through the property from the beach. We have off-street parking for 4 cars. This rental is suitable for extended families, or families vacationing together. We are LGBTQ friendly. It is a quiet rental NOT suitable for young singles. We do not rent to students or recent graduates. We do not rent to groups of singles (with exceptions for those age 50+). We have zero tolerance for partiers.

Property manager

Valerie Mauler

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 40

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Please contact owner for small family gatherings.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Please contact owner for up to 2 dogs.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

We do not rent to groups of singles. If so, DO NOT proceed with this rental. You may inquire with owner if your group is age 50+.

We do not rent to students or recent graduates. If applicable, DO NOT proceed with this rental.

You agree to immediate eviction with loss of all rent, fees, and deposits if you misrepresent yourselves regarding any of the house rules.

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

Note from host: Please contact owner for small family gatherings.

Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Dewey Beach

Located in Dewey Beach, this holiday home is 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, waterskiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

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 - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
Rehoboth Beach - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

‪Rusty Rudder - ‬4 min walk
‪Dewey Beer Company - ‬11 min walk
‪Woody's Dewey Beach - ‬9 min walk
‪Nalu Surf Bar - ‬3 min walk
‪Wings To Go - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet-Friendly Oceanfront House! pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Pet-Friendly Oceanfront House!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet-Friendly Oceanfront House!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pet-Friendly Oceanfront House! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Dewey Beach holiday home is steps from Dewey Beach and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk. Dewey Beach Parasail and Baycenter for the Performing Arts are also within 5 minutes.

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Aaron G.

31 May 2023

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

Great location

Beautiful historic bungalow

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenna G.

20 October 2024

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

Charming home!

Charming home right on the water with beautiful views. The location was perfect and we were able to enjoy the beach right from the house. Plenty of room and we would definitely rent again. 😊

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

14 July 2023

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

Dewey Beach - first time

We loved being on the beach and the home was large enough to accommodate all of us and the kitchen had everything we needed which was great.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

J Kenneth F.

25 September 2023

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

Family Gathering

This is a great house for a large family with dogs.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

26 January 2025

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

Lovely beach home. Comfortable and welcoming

This was a short winter break for us. We took our dog. Home right on the water. Large house with interesting nooks and crannies. Easy to be together or to have some quiet time alone. This is a home. Antiques, a piano. But updated and comfortable. Lovely hosts. Very responsive to questions and very patient with a key fiasco we had. We’ll be back for sure.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

PATRICK C.

24 October 2018

Great location and wonderfule ocena view and beach access

Charming place, excellent location and views. Not Owners fault, but Linen suppliers are not prompt in responding so allow plenty of lead-time when placing orders.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Joan B.

6 January 2023

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

Everyone in our family, including the dog, loves this house.

Charming house with piano in the perfect Dewey beach location. This was our second New Year's weekend stay. It is a perfect for our extended family. (Up on pilings, so not handicapped accessible.)

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

10 June 2023

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

Paradise

The house was very nice - furnishings mostly antiques and beautiful. This little get-away was the most relaxing experience of our lives - and we took our two Corgis. The house is right on the sand - we sat on the deck and stared at the ocean - even slept on the deck and listened to the waves - total relaxation - paradise!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

sheila k.

12 September 2018

Carolyn’s oceanfront cottage was wonderful for our family beach vacation.

It was our first time staying at Dewey Beach. The oceanfront house had the location that afforded all of our family members from age 5-65 the benefit of walking to the beach and local restaurants. We had all sorts of weather however the house provided enough entertainment for all ages indoor and out. Valerie was wonderful to work with and we would definitely rent again!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alice K.

28 May 2024

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

Historic Cottage with lots of charm

This was a family vacation with three generations celebrating a 70th birthday. As soon as we walked into the cottage, we felt at home. There were plenty of bedrooms(6), porches with pull out couches, and a HUGE deck overlooking the ocean. Kitchen was well stocked with all needed utensils and appliances. The location was outstanding. It was secluded from the crowds, but close enough to walk to everything Dewey Beach has to offer. We will for sure be back. Thank you for a wonderful stay celebrating family!!!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Carolyn B.

30 September 2024

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

Great location

A half way meeting spot for friends weekend with dogs. Great location. Great beach The house furnishings are some what outdated and tired. The floors and surfaces were a bit grimy and dusty . The house rooms were dark . Surfaces were cluttered . Bedding and mattresses were worn. The house needs a deep clean and windows cleaned The hostess was very responsive and was very receptive and accomodating

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S., Maryland, USA

9 October 2023

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Absolutely perfect

What an amazing beach cottage! So roomy and yet very cosy. We were celebrating my parents’ big birthdays (yay 7-0!) and the whole gang - including the dogs - were welcome and comfortable. We loved looking at all the original photos and playing the piano in the evenings. This place feels like such a wonderful and long standing gathering place for the owners that you feel lucky they are letting you borrow it the moment you walk in the door.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanthan S.

11 October 2021

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

Perfect beachfront vacation

My family and I had a perfect trip. The rental process was quick and easy with the great communication from Valerie. The house was perfect. It has plenty of room for family to have dinner together out on the deck overlooking the ocean and then retire to their own separate spaces to read or relax. We rented off-season and for me being able to walk out the door right onto the beach and be the only person swimming in the ocean was a nice luxury. We have already rented for next year.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Audrey (Sue) D.

13 September 2022

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

Sibling get together

The house was clean, comfortable and plenty big enough for our long awaited sibling get together. After renting other houses over the years, I was particularly impressed with how well equipped the kitchen was with everything necessary. With almost all of us over 70 yrs old the house was very manageable and extra sitting rooms to be alone to read quietly. Plus Dewey has plenty of shops and restaurants in walking distance. Also impressed with the immediate response from the homeowner with any questions we had. If you have pets, and you are young or old, this house is a great rental! Highly recommend it!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

8 June 2022

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Wonderful stay in Dewey!!

Great oceanfront location, big house with plenty of rooms, wonderful back porch with furniture to enjoy the ocean sounds, love all the sun porches. And the owner was extremely helpful and accommodating. Highly recommend this house and would definitely stay again!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane A.

25 May 2022

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

Perfect for our friend's getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at this oceanfront home. The deck was perfect for watching the ocean, with plenty of comfortable seating - and when it rained, the porch was second best. The location is great - besides being so close to the ocean, it's an easy walk to stores and restaurants, including those that are dog friendly. A lovely time had by all!!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Constance N.

16 May 2022

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

Dewey Beach Historic Ocean Front Cottage

Even though Mother Nature wasn’t very nice to us, this cottage provided ample space for me and my family to gather in the large dinning room area for games and dinners. Clean and cozy. The 3 spacious sun room areas allowed for storage, quiet space and ocean front indoor seating for those rainy days. The ocean front deck is big, has great seating, gates to keep the kids or pets secure and 2 deck umbrellas. The 6 bedrooms worked great for us.. 3 twins in one room 2 twins in another, no bunks, the rest where double or queen. The kitchen is small, well equipped, no open concept, but this is an older home with lots of character. Antiques scattered throughout, which I like. The 2 baths are functional.. even though I think claw foot tubs are beautiful, they are hard to get into and out of.. I preferred the outdoor shower (totally enclosed) .. There where some sand toys and a small children’s pool for guest use. We might have used these but the weather didn’t allow. No beach chairs or umbrella, so bring your own. The beach access, is not out front, you have a short walk around the adjacent home. Location.. In Dewey, after coming here for 20 years, I don’t think there is a bad location in Dewey. Everything is walkable. This place, ocean front, how can you beat it, loved it! This is a great cottage! Rent it, you won’t be disappointed.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan B.

14 January 2022

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

Location marvelous, house lovely, owner efficient and attentive

This house was perfect for our extended family's "New Year's at the Beach." Only caution would be that there is no entry that doesn't involve quit a few stairs, so not suitable for disabled. We loved the handy kitchen, in-tune piano, nice set-up for gathering around TV for movies, comfortable beds, and above all the location right on the beach. The owner was helpful and attentive to our needs.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bayarmaa L.

11 June 2021

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Great family friendly beach vacation

We really enjoyed staying at the beachhouse. The house was quaint and right on the beach so great location. Thanks for a great weekend!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

A.J. V., Sparks,Md

8 April 2021

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

Great oceanfront location

Valerie was great. Classic home with lots of charm.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alison W.

15 February 2021

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Nice ocean views!

My family of 3, and our dog, had a very nice time at this quaint ocean front cottage. The home stayed cozy on a cold, winter weekend—and had everything we needed. Beautiful views, easy walk to beach, games, and good WiFi. Owner was easy to work with. Great time away!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracy R.

29 November 2020

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

Great Getaway

We had a great getaway! So easy & convenient beach access! Even our dogs enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

16 November 2020

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

Exactly what we were looking for - beautiful setting

This house was exactly what we were looking for. A beautiful setting overlooking the beach and we were blessed by lovely weather. This quaint and comfortable ocean front home is very clean and well equipped. The deck overlooks the beach and the view from the front upstairs bedrooms is wonderful. Valerie was helpful and swift in all of our communications - thank you, Valerie. We would love to return.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

18 October 2020

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

Great ocean view

Great stay! Great weather !

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H.

20 July 2020

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Wonderful week at the Beach

Our family group included three generations, ages 13 to 79, and we had a wonderful week. We all loved the house, plenty of space to spread out with rooms for hanging out together or other spaces for quietly reading or napping or playing a game or doing a puzzle. Cannot say enough nice things about Valerie and how responsive she was to questions and how easy she was to work with especially since 2020 has been an unusual year to travel. From the moment we arrived to find fresh pink and red roses in the dining room, we felt right at home and comfortable. The house is charming and lovely, filled with beautiful vintage pieces of furniture and lovely cozy warm touches. We knew right away we were in a special place where lots of happy memories were made over the years. The deck overlooking the beach was our favorite place to hang out for morning coffee and sunrise watching and then ending the day with a glass of wine. The view and the breeze and the sound of the waves was so peaceful. The deck has seating for 10 plus a square high-top table and two umbrellas for shade. Also fyi – there is a wonderful outside shower. The cozy galley kitchen was well equipped with pots and pans and dishes, etc. and has stainless steel appliances including a wine fridge. There was also a Keurig coffee machine as well as a regular one, a griddle and some kind of slushy making device (we didn’t use this) The large dining room table was big enough for all eleven of us to sit around and eat together. If you have never been to Dewey Beach before (we hadn’t) it is dog friendly and you are allowed to bring your pet to the beach during certain hours. There are lifeguards on duty and also a place to rent beach umbrellas and beach chairs. They also allow bonfires on the beach but you need a permit so plan ahead if you want to do this. Again, thanks to Valerie for phenomenal responsiveness. We had a minor incident where we couldn’t get the ice machine on the fridge to work. In normal times we would have just run to the store and grabbed a bag of ice or ice cube trays but we were trying to stay quarantined to the house and beach. When I reached out to see if there might be an easy fix Valerie got back to me right away. Within minutes a neighbor came over with two large Ziploc bags of ice, within hours a grocery store had delivered two large 20lb bags of ice. We were blown away and very grateful. We hope to return to this special place!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

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