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.
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9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9112 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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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 transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
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
Smoke-free property
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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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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
About the area
Located in Bethany Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Jolly Roger Amusement Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bethany Beach Beaches and Ocean City Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at The Freeman Stage at Bayside or Ocean City Tennis Center. Visit our Bethany Beach travel guide
Is Middlesex Beach - Sunday to Sunday summer rentals. Private community beach. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Middlesex Beach - Sunday to Sunday summer rentals. Private community beach. ?
On-site parking is available at the 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. ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Middlesex Beach - Sunday to Sunday summer rentals. Private community beach. located?
Situated near the beach, this holiday 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 mile (2 km).
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Middlesex Beach - Sunday to Sunday summer rentals. Private community beach. Reviews
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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.
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!
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.
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!
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!
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!
Ed O.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
andrea l.
28 Jul 2025
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Adam B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified
4/10 Poor
Ilana C.
22 Sept 2020
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