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Middlesex Beach - Sunday to Sunday summer rentals. Private community beach.

Vacation home with kitchen, near Bethany Beach Boardwalk

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Escape to this renovated beach cottage with a private 1/2 acre wooded lot, just a short walk from the community beach. Relax on the large screened-in porch surrounded by nature, and enjoy quality time with friends and family in the well-equipped galley kitchen or while using the provided bicycles.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Middlesex Beach - Sunday to Sunday summer rentals. Private community beach.

Renovated beach cottage. LINENS and LINEN SERVICE INCLUDED (sheets, towels, beach towels). Private 1/2 acre wooded lot, with plenty of room to spread out. New high end furniture, granite counters and new comfortable beds. Avoid the crowds on our private community beach, just a short walk away. Beach pass and a parking pass provided. Relax with friends and family on the large 24x30 screened-in porch, with bedrooms on each side of screened porch - King bed Master with private bath on one side and queen bed and bunk room (bunks are queen bed and 3 twin XL beds) with shared bath on the other side. Small galley kitchen with apt size stove. All necessities for cooking. Coffee maker and Keurig. Blender, toaster, pots, pans, wine glasses, etc. Beach chairs and 4 adult bicycles provided. New hot water heater and sewer hookup. New washer and dryer. New gas grill. New large 2nd refrigerator on screened porch.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Any violation of the house rules, (bringing pets, more than 9 occupants, parties, smoking etc) will result of forfeiture of entire security deposit.
Tenant is personally responsible for any damage caused to the property.
If any rules are broken, tenant must immediately vacate the premises, forfeiting the balance of your rental rate and the security deposit.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: There is a step-down from house to screen porch.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Bethany Beach, DE

What's nearby

  • Bethany Beach Beaches - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Chief Little Owl Totem Pole - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Fenwick Island Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • The Salt Pond Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 27 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mango's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bethany Boathouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bethany Blues BBQ Pit - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Middlesex Beach - Sunday to Sunday summer rentals. Private community beach. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Middlesex Beach - Sunday to Sunday summer rentals. Private community beach. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Middlesex Beach - Sunday to Sunday summer rentals. Private community beach. ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Middlesex Beach - Sunday to Sunday summer rentals. Private community beach. located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bethany Beach Beaches and Bethany Beach Boardwalk. Chief Little Owl Totem Pole and Town Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Middlesex Beach - Sunday to Sunday summer rentals. Private community beach. Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.0

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

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

Great location, cool house

Enjoyed how close the house is to the beach, and yet still has trees/shade and is very quiet. The big middle area is great for hanging out, and the house is well stocked with supplies and beach stuff. The kids loved the bunk room!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

daniel w.

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

Great Beach Stay

what a lovely house! Very chill and unassuming. The place was clean and well-appointed. You can't beat the location being so close to the beach. I really appreciate the added bonus of several bikes for our use. Would definitely try to stay at this house again if it works out.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed O.

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

Perfect Getaway

Our oasis in the woods. The screened-in porch in the middle of the house is amazing. There are so many places for people to sit or have a meal! The beds are incredibly comfortable and the showers are really good too. Danielle was very responsive to any questions we had. Middlesex is a very special area that I highly recommend. Check out this house for your stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy D.

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

Return Customer

We’ve rented this property a number of times over the last several years and absolutely love it. The huge screen porch, the big wooded lot, the provided bikes, the proximity to the boardwalk and (private!) beach are just some of the main reasons we keep coming back. It’s comfortable and just plain cool, with a 1960s architectural style that you just can’t replicate in the newer builds.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

andrea l.

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

Out-of-Date Glamping

We expected a different house from the amazing reviews. It is two cabins separated by a adjoining space. One cabin is dark/tight w/2 bedrooms & bathroom w/standing shower. Other cabin is more updated & mostly wood. Kitchen is fine; cabinets old but repainted. Granite countertop and updated appliances. All ceilings/walls are wood.The bedroom/bathroom doors are old & torn up. The bottom of the doors look like an animal, with long claws, hung upside-down from the top & scratched up the door. Seriously. See pics.The center space between the cabins is huge & covered by a filthy skylight. The space became too steamy as the day wore on. Strong storms caused the roof to leak. Rafters need a good cleaning/de-webbing.Beds were comfortable. Great selection of games/books! They left 4 brand new beach chairs. Bikes were not in great shape & at least 2 were broken in some way. Relieved I brought mine & son's.The location is great! Middlesex Beach is a private community, south of Sea Colony. Easy bike ride to the beach & Sea Colony marketplace area. It's in the woods with pines. When you're walking to the beach from the Bayberry Street entrance, you see a ton of umbrellas to the left where Sea Colony starts & then very few right in front of you, where Middlesex Beach is. See pics.I hope this is helpful for both renters & the owner. In summary, the place is run down, old, & in need of an upgrade. Minus the location & quiet beach, it was a disappointment.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hajar F.

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

Such a gem!

I can't say enough great things about Danielle and her home. Pictures don't do it justice. There's something so magical about the screened in living room, the cozy living space, the friendly neighborhood, and being walking distance to such a peaceful beach. Danielle was so welcoming and just a text away with any of our questions. We had the best week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia M.

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

Tranquility

Exactly what we were looking for, a tranquil beach cottage/cabin in a quiet and walkable/bike-ride neighborhood. 100%
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jaime H.

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

Summer vaca

Love the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy D.

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

Can’t wait to go back!

Always a great place to stay. The big porch is heaven. Nice quiet street where kids and roam free. Close enough to the beach you can hear the waves on a quiet night.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

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

Great for a family stay

Wonderful furniture layouts for family gathering. Great to have linens, beach chairs, bikes, beach cart, etc. Made everything easy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

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

Great Vacation

We had a wonderful week at the property. It was easy to communicate with Danielle. The property is nicely done, an authentic "beach cottage" with great style and comfort. We had everything we needed and really enjoyed the porch. The location is great and easy access to the beach, shops, market, restaurants. We look forward to going back in2023. Thank you Danielle!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Debra M.

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

Great for Gathering

We loved the center screened in porch. It was the perfect area to relax after a day at the beach and eat and drink together. The beds were so comfortable and the linens were great. The extra frig in the screened in porch was handy for beer and drinks. Wifi worked well. Kitchen was well stocked with pots/pans, dishes etc... The stove is apartment sized but was certainly enough for us. The owner supplied plenty of beach chairs as well as board games for the evening. The owner supplied 2 parking passes for Middlesex beach. It was appreciated since we were not always on the same schedule. The home was clean except the ceiling corners could use a good dusting. We enjoyed having an outdoor shower but it is time to replace the wood.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D., Baltimore, MD

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

Close to everything yet secluded

We love Middlesex Beach! Wonderful location near nature, town of Bethany, many fun things to do and see. The well appointed house is tucked into the woods and so cozy and accommodating. The large screen porch is amazing for gathering together outdoors yet being protected from sun and rain. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

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

Middlesex Beach Vacation

Our family truly enjoyed this vacation rental. The location is an easy walk/drive/bike ride to the private beach and the home is comfortable, well stocked and family friendly. We spent evenings on the enclosed porch; the outdoor shower was a bonus along with the bikes and linens/towels supplied were very helpful. A quaint beach cottage for a wonder family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy D.

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

Loved it again!

We loved coming back to this property in Bethany. Such a unique house, well cared for and close to the beach. Can’t wait to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B., Catonsville, Maryland

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

Nice place to stay

Nice quiet neighborhood with easy access to the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carlos N.

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

Short rd

We loved it. The open area the two wings the location. Great beach house. Minor electrical problems and weak WiFi but we made do. Definitely would rent again. Oh the house bikes were great too. Owners very helpful and nice people
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda S.

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

Great location and plenty of room

We had guests who were unable to come, but the two of us certainly enjoyed the house and short walk to the beach, markets, and restaurants. We especially enjoyed the patio and porch areas. It would be ideal for a larger group.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leslie J.

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

Best vacation home!

This very well appointed home was everything we could have hoped for to celebrate my sons college graduation. Very clean and well stocked. Loved the screened porch and outdoor shower. We also really enjoyed all the small touches like the art sculptures in the garden. Best rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

pam c.

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

Great house!

We had everything we needed. The property was as described.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

claire d.

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

Had a great time!

Very cute place, clean, comfortable furniture and beds. Wonderful host. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Francesco G.

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

Lovely cottage

We had a great time, the house was just as described. Great location, in a nice neighborhood, only an easy walk to the beach, and surrounded by trees. Loved the giant screened in porch! The owner was helpful and very responsive to our questions.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C., Alexandria, Virginia

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

Charm for days

I know another reviewer was upset about this property because they felt like it was expensive camping. They just don't get the charm and coolness of these 60's properties. They are disappearing as development wipes them out. This house is so special. We played on the large porch the entire time, even cornhole inside. It is not a house that is covered in marble but it has romance, adventure and spirit. Thank you for sharing your amazing property with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Adam B., Washington, DC, USA

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

Great Location, Rustic Stay

1. The TV and living room area are comfort for watching movies with friends and family. 2. The screened-in large porch is great for "staging" for the beach and relaxing in the morning and evening, but divides the house into two sides-- a guest bedroom, bathroom and kids room on one side and the living room, kitchen and main bedroom on the other. 3. The home owner was very responsive and allowed us to stay a little over the check out time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

4/10 Poor

Ilana C., N. Bethesda

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

Feel like camping at non camping prices

If you want to feel like you are camping, at Ritz-Carlton prices, this is your place. After staying in this house for three nights, we would not recommend this home to others, in this condition at the listed price. We did not feel that the home was well maintained or well cleaned. There were cobwebs that had clearly been around for weeks or months, kitchen cabinets filled with dead bugs, and ants crawling everywhere including beds. The furniture in the screened in porch could have been wiped down a few times over which would have been much appreciated. The posting indicated the refrigerator was standard and on the small side but there was no notification that the oven was the size for a studio apt and couldn’t fit standard baking trays. The roof is leaking into the bathroom, the top bunk beds are so close to the ceiling we wouldn't let our kids sleep in them, and they are extremely close to the air conditioning unit. The remote controls, light bulbs, screens are not well maintained making it difficult to keep the home lit, cool, relatively bug free, and dry. Stating that the home was totally newly renovated is a bit of a stretch, the counter tops in the kitchen are new as are the floors in the home but that’s about it. It wasn't clear to us that two of the bedrooms and one bath are in a separate structure from the master/kitchen/living room, separated by a screened in porch. We would not have felt comfortable having young children in the bunk bed room without another adult in that structure. On top of this, the house has a strong smell of must and the screens are all broken in the porch area. This very rustic home is not a rental property that I would recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020