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So close to the beach you can smell the salt air

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lewes Beach
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Lewes, DE
  • Place, Lewes Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Savannah Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Henlopen State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

So close to the beach you can smell the salt air

Spectacular 2 bedroom, 2 bath beach house only steps to the bay. This home has a large MBR with a queen bed and a second big bedroom with one queen bed and one twin bed. The fully equipped kitchen opens to huge living room that has a full size sofa bed for extra guests. Home has a TV, DVD player, high speed wireless internet, charcoal grill, central AC, full size washer and dryer and more. Kitchen has everything you need: dishwasher, coffee pot, tea pot, microwave, refrigerator with ice maker and every utensil you will ever want. Enjoy the summer evenings sitting on the screen porch, deck and or patio. All you need to do is rest and enjoy yourself!


Things to do in Lewes areas nearby: Cape Henlopen State Park is only one mile away. This park has public beaches for bathing, surfing and fishing. It also offers biking and nature trails, camping and has a rich military history. Visit the Nature Center and learn all about the wildlife in the park. For a change of pace you can take the 70 minute trip on the Cape May Lewes Ferry and visit Cape May for the day. With Rehoboth Beach only 3 miles south of Lewes, you can take the family for a walk on the boardwalk or take the kids to Funland for a night of rides and fun.

There are also several public golf courses nearby for your golfing pleasure.

Shopping and dinning: You will find an abundance of tax free shopping in the area. Downtown Lewes has many speciality shops ranging from antiques to clothing and fine art. Route One boasts numerous outlet malls. You can also find a Walmart and K Mart for any forgotten items you might need.

Even though Lewes is a small town, we have many wonderful restaurants. Stripper Bites, Jerry's Seafood, Agave and The Second Street Grille are just a few right downtown. To satisfy your sweet tooth, try Lewes Bakery and of course Dairy Queen, Two Dips, and Kings Ice Cream.

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 126077
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Lewes

Located in Lewes, this holiday home is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Lewes Beach and Cape Henlopen State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Cape May - Lewes Ferry. Cannonball Museum and Lightship Overfalls are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Lewes, DE

What's nearby

  • Lewes Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Savannah Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Lewes Public Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • 1812 Memorial Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cape Henlopen State Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Irish Eyes Pub & Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Kick N Chicken - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Grain On The Rocks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Big Oyster Brewery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is So close to the beach you can smell the salt air pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at So close to the beach you can smell the salt air?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at So close to the beach you can smell the salt air?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at So close to the beach you can smell the salt air?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is So close to the beach you can smell the salt air located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lewes Public Beach and Lewes Beach. Savannah Beach and Beach Plum Island Nature Preserve are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 30 reviews
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

George W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2026
So glad you had a good stay and hope you keep us in mind for any future vacation in Lewes
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas N.

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

Lewes beach vacation

Great place to stay. We live Lewes so much and this house made our vacation wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2025
I'm so glad you had a good vacation in our little piece of paradise. Hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobby Test A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location. House is well maintained and has everything you need
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed your vacation. Thanks for the kind words and hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kelly m.

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

Fantastic Beach Spot

Nice little beach cottage super close to beach access! Communication was great! Will stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2025
We are so happy that you enjoyed your vacation in our little piece of paradise. Hope to see you again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl G.

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

Awesome vacation

Just loved the neighborhood, the beach was minutes away, so accessible . The house was perfect, met our expectations and more! Loved the town, lots of restaurants to choose from. Lovely downtown area. I will definitely like to stay again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2022
We are so glad you enjoyed your vacation. Anytime you would like to come back, just contact me. We would love to have you stay with us again
Verified

8/10 Good

Toni S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accessibility to the beach. Neighborhood is very quiet. Great area for bike riding. Photos of house are accurate. Kitchen is really well equipped if you are going to be doing any meal prep. Lots of storage throughout the house in cupboards, closets, etc. We did have to supply our own towels and bed linens but Nancy let us know in advance so we were prepared.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 October 2025
I am so glad you had a good time and thank you for your kind words. I try to keep the house comfortable and well stocked. Hope to see you again. Nancy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn G.

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

Both host and house are excellent

Extremely nice and responsive host. Nice little house. Well furnished, has what you need while you're there and everything is very clean. Short walk to the beach and nice neighbors.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2023
I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay in our little piece of paradise in Lewes. Hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol L.

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

Post pandemic

The house was perfect for us. We enjoyed our week.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2021
So glad you had a good week. Hope to see you again maybe next season! Nancy
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua L.

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

Another great experience

We've stayed in the owners properties before, always clean and convenient. This is a great house, so close to the beach. Plenty of room for family of four and nice screened in porch. Plenty of books and games. Great location!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2020
We are so glad you had a good time and we look forward to seeing you again next year! Thanks for thinking of us for your Lewes vacation.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsy C.

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

Sweet Little House

This sweet little house has plenty of space and is perfectly located one block from the beach. It has everything you need to enjoy your holiday but our favorite is the screened in porch. It provides a pleasant place to eat and relax after a day on the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2022
I'm so glad you had a good vacation and enjoyed the house. Thank you for your kind words. If you choose to return next season, please let me know.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carisa L.

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

Great family beach trip

The property was as described - cute, comfortable, clean and very well located just a block from the beach. It was perfect for a family with two kids - plenty of room. The house came stocked with all the basics, including some beach chairs and toys, which was great for us as we spent every day running back and forth to the beach. We had a relaxing beach trip and would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 September 2023
We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay in our little piece of paradise. Hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy T.

Perfect location near Lewes Beach

This is the second year that my husband and I have rented this property. It is clean, well-maintained and well equipped. It is perfect for an older couple or young family. We watched the fireworks over the bay on the 4th and had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed your second year staying with us. It's always fun when people return. The fireworks added a lot to the celebration. We hope to have even better ones next year. Hope to see you for a third year!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Gina G.

Wonderful Vacation Cottage

This cottage is so relaxing, you don't want to leave! The house has everything you need to make your stay in Lewes as comfortable as your own home. We love the screened in porch, great place to have dinner or just kick back and read a book. Only a very short walk to the beach. The owners are very accomodating and easy to work with. Lovely place to spend vacation time.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
We are so glad that you enjoyed our little piece of heaven! You are always welcomed back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

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

Great!!!

Great!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 October 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia W.

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

Great location, comfortable house

I couldn’t ask for a better location- walkable to town and 1 block from the beach. The house is clean and comfortable. This was my second trip at this rental and both times the cleaning service had not cleaned the house before check in. Other than that, we had a great time and will definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2023
I am glad you enjoyed your stay and I'm sorry about the cleaning service. Sometimes, for reasons beyond their control, they are late. I hope it helped a little that I sent you a reimbursement for your inconvenience and that you will return again sometime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann R.

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

Wonderful house and location

We enjoyed our week so much that we arranged with owner for an additional night. Within minutes from leaving the screened-in porch our toes nestled in the sand as we took in the sight and salty air of the bay. A tucked away biking/waking trail is also accessible within a minute. We biked to Lloyd's Market for groceries and downtown Lewes for restaurants and pickle ball. We hope to return in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 October 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and that we were able to extend it by one day! Hope you see you next season!
Archival

8/10 Good

Jan K.

Wonderful Location in Lewes

This is a great rental. It is spacious, clean, and well-appointed for those who enjoy doing some cooking. It's nice to be able to walk across the street to access the bay and not have to drive. But then again, it's only a short drive to the ocean at Cape Henelopen St. Park. The temps were in the upper 90's during our stay and the air conditioning worked perfectly through it all. The owner, Nancy, was prompt with replies to my questions. We will definitely return! Janice Keim
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks Janice for your kind words. We do our best to make the house comfortable and it's always nice to hear that we succeeded:) Hope to see you next year.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Great home base for family beach-centered vacation

We got there early and Nancy (the owner) called to send the cleaning crew ahead of schedule so we could check in early. The house is great. A short walk across cedar street to the beach. Spacious rooms, the open kitchen/living room layout made it easy to watch our little ones while cooking meals in the well equipped kitchen. The bedrooms and bathrooms were clean and a good size. There's even an outdoor shower (with hot and cold) so you can wash off sand before entering. The location is convenient to Lewes restaurants and a short drive to rehobeth beach for bigger waves and/or fun on the boardwalk. We really couldn't find anything to complain about.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed your vacation and hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney M.

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

Great beach house

We really enjoyed our stay at this house. It was perfect for a family with 2 children. Nice short walk to the beach. I really liked having a master bathroom attached to the bedroom versus having to share with the kids. The kitchen was pretty well stocked with equipment and the living room was a comfortable space. No problems with the internet or TV. We appreciated having access to games and some beach supplies such as boogie boards. The screened in porch was great and the outdoor shower was very helpful to minimize sand. My only complaint is that the outdoor shower didn't have any walls so we weren't able to fully rinse off and get cleaned up before entering the house. Otherwise everything was great. I would definitely recommend this property to other families.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
We are so glad you had a good vacation and enjoyed the house. We hope you will come back and stay again in the future.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Judy T.

Fantastic beach house

This Lewes house was only a block and a half from public access to the bay. Even on weekends, it was easy to find a spot upon which to set your blanket and chairs. The gentle waves made it a safe setting for children. The house itself was extremely clean, and with a bathroom for each bedroom, very convenient. Little things like plenty of cabinet and closet space in the kitchen, bedrooms and bathrooms, as well as a large supply of hangers, appealed to me and set it apart from other rentals I have experienced. I also took advantage of the screened in porch daily for morning coffee, although it could have benefited from an overhead fan during hot days. The kitchen was super-well equipped with plenty of dishes, pots and pans, and small appliances. Although the sleeper sofa allows for up to 6 residents, I think that may have felt like a tight squeeze. ( Of course, at the beach most of your time is spent outdoors.) Overall, we were extremely happy with this rental and hope to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed your vacation in our beach house. We are planning on making some improvements for next season...painting, a new sleep sofa and possibly a ceiling fan for the porch. Thanks for the suggestion :) Hope to see you next year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T.

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

Perfect for our family

So close to the beach and with easy access. Ample storage for belongings in bedrooms, bathrooms, and kitchen. All around a great house for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2021
We are so glad you had a good stay and hope to see you next season!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

1103 Cedar Road, Lewes

Great house, just a block from the bay beach and convenient to town and ocean beach at state park. Can't beat staying on Cedar Road in Lewes, and this house is tidy and well-equipped. Nancy was super responsive with information about check-in and any questions we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 April 2021
We are so glad you had a nice stay. Hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

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

Great vacation home in Lewes

Lovely vacation ! Great home in a quiet neighborhood. Enjoyed sitting on the screened in porch! Would recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
We are so happy you had a great vacation. Hope to see you next year.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Roberta B.

Great location, close to everything in Lewes. Very comfy home with two updated baths. Loved th porch

Everything in this house yells comfort, the bath are updated, the kitchen is updated and the living room is saying "get comfy" and have your morning coffee sitting on the large screen porch. Loved our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed our little piece of heaven in Lewes! It's always nice to hear that we are doing things right. Hope to see you next year.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Deb A.

Excellent stay

Two of us enjoyed our first-time experience. The house is in a good location: on the corner with ample parking, easy walk to Lewes Beach, (spectacular sunrise and family-friendly surf). Equally awesome sunset short distance away. Screened-in porch provided great place for bikes - comfortable table, chairs - especially nice for breakfast or evening drinks. First impression of the interior was pleasant space - clean and comfy - stocked with books, games. Kitchen everything we needed. Like the floor plan with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and open living area. Would be interested in future rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
We are so happy that you enjoyed your vacation in our little piece of heaven in Lewes. It's always nice to hear that we met your expectations. We would love to see you next year! Thanks again.

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