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Ocean Block. Steps from the beach!

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Beach
A cozy living room with a sofa, a chair, a wooden table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
Interior
Room
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a large bed with a white bedspread, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Bethany Beach Beaches
Sleeps 10•4 bedrooms•5 beds

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Bethany Beach, DE
  • Place, Delaware Seashore State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bethany Beach Beaches
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bethany Beach Boardwalk
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Lower bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Main Floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom Main Level

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Lower Level bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Outside shower

Shower only

Upper Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Ocean Block. Steps from the beach!

A stones throw to the beach, this home in the highly coveted beach community of Tower Shores features a private beach which backs up to the state park. This 4 bedroom townhome sleeps 8-10 with 2 Queen beds, 2 twins, bunk beds and a pull out sofa sleeper. Brand new AC system, 3 relaxing decks, and vaulted ceilings, make this home a refuge for beach goers. This home comes with 4 parking spaces, an outdoor shower, wireless internet, google nest mesh WiFi and three flat screen TVs with streaming capability. Newly expanded top deck with beach and bay views! New AC lower level, new microwave 2023!

Safe and friendly beach community is accented by tennis/pickle ball courts, picnic gazebo and playground. Within the community is SoDel's highly rated Matt's Fish Camp restaurant. Bethany boardwalk 3 miles away, Indian River marina 1 mile and Dewey beach, Rehobeth Beach just 7 miles.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please do not mix trash and recycling. Thank you.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Request copy of government issue ID upon booking property within 7 days of confirmed booking.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2034171vb
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 first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Bethany Beach

Located in North Bethany Beach, a neighbourhood in Bethany Beach, this holiday home is near a water park and near the beach. Shoppers can check out Tanger Outlets, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Delaware Seashore State Park and Bethany Beach Beaches. Travelling with kids? Consider Nick's Mini Golf - Nick's Pirate Golf and Dewey Beach Parasail. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Bethany Beach, DE

What's nearby

  • Delaware Seashore State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bethany Beach Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Indian River Inlet - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk - 16 min drive - 16.9 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 32 min drive
  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Farms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wawa - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bethany Beach Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Claws Seafood - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mango's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Block. Steps from the beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ocean Block. Steps from the beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Block. Steps from the beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Block. Steps from the beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Block. Steps from the beach! located?

This family-friendly Bethany Beach holiday home is located by the sea, just steps away from Delaware Seashore State Park and Bethany Beach Beaches. Indian River Inlet is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Ann H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Catherine and Dennis were great to work with. They responded quickly to any emails. One suggestion would be to have another key or two available for multiple families.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2026
Ann was wonderful to communicate wth and a fantastic renter! We will have two keys available in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amber O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredibly family-friendly property. We got a rough-weather weekend, and were still able to enjoy the neighborhood playground and beach when the rain let up. Great local restaurant next door is delicious and walkable. Lovely hosts who were thoughtful, helpful and kind. We'd definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2026
Thank you Amber! It was a pleasure having you stay with us. Hopefully next time we’ll be much better weather. We do stays at the end of summer and September weekends are beautiful.!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Candice M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect location and great house. Would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

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

Weekend away

Close to beach - great weather - wonderful trip for our family!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2022
Thank you! We hope you visit again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second time staying at this property and we enjoyed this stay just as much as the first time. It has a great home away from home feel. We will definitely book again in the future!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Thank you Amanda. You were terrific guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. The house was up to date, clean and the location is great. The host was very responsive to any questions that I had. Our family loved this house and we will be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra K.

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

Enjoyable Stay

The property is as stated and the owners were friendly and helpful. Would stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2024
Thanks Sandy! It was great to meet you and your family!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Family getaway

Nice house, great location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theresa S.

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

Family vacation

Our stay at this home was fantastic! It was clean, comfortable, and well equipped. The owner was very responsive and accommodating. We would definitely recommend and will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

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

Relaxing Beach Stay

No need to overpack when staying at this property, and the hosts are very responsive to questions. We loved the privacy and view from the back balconies. It really felt like a home away from home. We will definitely return in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn J.

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

Another great week

Loved staying at this rental again- 3rd year. Great location and very nice townhouse - clean and cutely decorated. Has everything you need!! Hope to stay again and again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2023
Thank you Lynn! It is a pleasure having you each year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey Jake W.

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

Awesome stay!

Had a great visit over the July 4th holiday. Space was extremely clean, well organized, perfectly suited for my family (2 toddlers, 1 7 year old, 4 adults, 2 grandparents). Bunk beds on the 1st floor were a highlight for all the kids. Beds were very comfortable!Entry level had no issues with humidity and had its own air conditioner.Owners were very kind and were available for any questions we had. AWe hope to stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2025
It was a pleasure to have you and your family. Looking forward to you renting next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

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

Nice week at the beach

We had a nice stay. House is as described. Clean, comfortable, easy to check-in, hosts easy to reach. Nice beach but note there are no lifeguards on the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valerie B.

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

Great Vacation

We had a wonderful vacation. The place looked just as advertised. The three levels and three decks allowed for the family to be together yet have privacy as well. The owners are extremely friendly and very easy to reach. Would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
Thank you Valerie. It was a pleasure having you please reach out if you’d like to book again in the future. All the best, Kathryn.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendi W.

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

Our favorite place

This place was absolutely beautiful, clean and well stocked. The host family was so friendly and stopped by and introduced himself. We were even able to get in the unit a couple hours early, which meant a lot to my family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2024
Thank you Wendi! Hope you can stay at the house again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn J.

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

Best place for my family!

This was our 4th year and we continue to be very pleased with this townhouse for our family! Love the location- steps to the beach. Plenty of room for three generations! Nice accommodations- has all we need and clean and comfy! Plan to come back in 2025! Can’t think of a better place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2024
Thank you Lynn. It has been a pleasure to have you stay in our home for the past four years!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Fabulous stay, not long enough!

This location and home was the perfect start to the holiday/ Summer kick off! The Location is in walking distance to the private beach.The home has everything you need in the kitchen for cooking, games and books, and items for the beach. Catherine and Dennis are available for any questions regarding their home. They added some special touches that made us feel welcomed.Definitely will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colette K.

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

Great Townhouse

We had a wonderful time in this beautiful townhouse! Its just steps to the beach and a short drive to restaurants, the boardwalk and Assateague island. The owner was great and easy to commnicate with. We are hoping to revisit next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2023
Thank you Colette! You were a perfect guest!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

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

Tower Shores on Dune

Nice little extras Rooms were clean and taken care of. I suspect it's personally important to the owner that visitors enjoy their stay at their place
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keri P.

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

North Bethany close to beach and Matt's Fish Camp

We loved our stay at this property. Catherine was wonderful to work with and was very responsive to our needs. The location is ideal for this family of four and we practically ate at Matt's every night. We'll be back for sure....hopefully not during a pandemic.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2020
Thank you Keri! Keep us in mind for next summer. We would love to have return! Stay safe!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Douglas O.

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

Nice house nice location.

Property was clean and had all the kitchen tools we needed. Host was communicative so no issue there. Very nice experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2022
Thank you Douglas! I hope you come back next year!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marcella S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
It could have been a little cleaner.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2025
Please send me details regarding why you didn’t find it clean enough
Verified review

8/10 Good

Caitlin D.

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

Love Tower Shores

Loved our trip. The location and neighborhood is ideal for family vacation, short walk to the private beach that doesn’t get too crowded, playground, etc. the house was lovely for a trip with our children and parents. Bathrooms really need a significant upgrade, but were very clean and livable. Otherwise the house is absolutely perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Spacious House and Great Location

Our family enjoyed our stay. We appreciated the accommodations inside and out. With 2 decks and a patio there was plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors while on location. Being close to the beach without having to cross streets was necessary since we had young children, so the location was perfect. The younger ones enjoyed the playground and the older ones enjoyed playing pickleball at the adjacent court. Catherine and Dennis were attentive hosts, were very accessible and answered our questions promptly. Overall, a lovely place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Therese C.

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

Hot Fun in the Summer Time

Arrived on a Saturday for an eight day stay. Had only one day of cloudiness with some rain. Enjoyed seven days of sun, fun, ocean and sea air. Visited fun land and the boardwalk. Played Putt Putt and feasted on crabs. Last night ended with Rainbow sherbet. The property was perfect with just a short walk to the beach. It had all the accommodations you needed. The decor was beachy and super comfortable. Couldn’t ask for more What a great vacation!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Catherine O'Brien

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We are Catherine & Dennis O'Brien and have owned this property since December 2004. Our family had been renting for 6 years in Tower Shores, this exact house, and fell in love with the beach and the friendly people here. Dennis and I lovingly take care of this property, making upgrades and checking on it frequently. We have now purchased a slightly larger property, for our growing family, in the next community and are frequently here in the summer to answer any questions and assistance as needed, but still love this property and use it too! We welcome families who will enjoy this beach as much as we do and treat our home as if it were their own!

Why they chose this property

Whether you sit out on the back two decks enjoying bay and tower views or the front deck reading a book, you will love this home. The walk to the beach is just two minutes with no roads to cross. The lower level is great with bunk beds a sofa, chair and very large flat screen tv so that there are two areas for entertaining. Please enjoy our home!

What makes this property unique

We want you to feel at home and hopefully provide all that you need!
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