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Historic home, great yard & Walk to Dogfish Head Brewery!

Holiday home in Milton with kitchen and patio

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The Lank House on the National Registry of Historic Places
You'll have the entire 1st floor via keyless entry.
Patio directly off of kitchen
patio off the kitchen
Interior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5116.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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Milton, DE

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Historic home, great yard & Walk to Dogfish Head Brewery!

The Lank House is on the Registry of Historic Places. It's a 5 min walk from Dogfish Head Brewery & offers TWO DISTINCT GUEST APARTMENTS, each fully private. View other property by doing a search for property ID:4947116.

Our home was built in 1876 and is surrounded by other Victorian era homes; night walks are a favorite. Just 3 blocks from Dogfish Head Brewery, Irish Eyes, Tequila Real, The Dough Bar and many others. It's a short drive to Broadkill Beach (10 min), Lewes Beach ( 20 min), and Rehoboth Beach (30 min).

Owner Kelly DeMott is a licensed Delaware Realtor for 23 years (profile on Zillow). This fairytale home has keyless entry, 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, spacious living room, high ceilings, a full basic kitchen, deck, patio and a firepit area. Walk to restaurants, bars, parks, theater, shops, playgrounds or lake fishing & kayaking. Sidewalks wind throughout the town and walking around at night is our favorite thing to do. Victorian homes with festive front porches and pretty porch lights make it feel like you’re someplace special.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pack and play in the master bedroom closet & toys
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Ask me specifically about this in writing. Thanks
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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
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 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Milton

Milton is home to this holiday home. Milton Theater and Milton Historical Society are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Tanger Rehoboth Beach Surfside and Tanger Outlets. Midway Speedway and Lightship Overfalls are also worth visiting.
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Milton, DE

Getting around

  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald’s - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Zava Cafe Milton - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪China Wok - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dogfish Head Craft Brewery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Po' Boys Creole Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic home, great yard & Walk to Dogfish Head Brewery! pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Historic home, great yard & Walk to Dogfish Head Brewery!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic home, great yard & Walk to Dogfish Head Brewery!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic home, great yard & Walk to Dogfish Head Brewery!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic home, great yard & Walk to Dogfish Head Brewery! located?

Situated in Milton, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Dogfish Head Craft Brewery, Milton Theater and Lydia Black Cannon Museum. Milton Historical Society and Milton Memorial Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Liz M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home, accommodating and super helpful host and cute town
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice for pets! Convenient to stores, parks and beach! Nice backyard with fire pit and seating! We enjoyed the quaint town atmosphere!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Judy d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was so easy to work with in accommodating an early check in. The house an amenities were excellent and Milton,DE is an adorable town.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place with a perfect location. We only stayed one night but look forward to visiting again. The added bonus was the spacious yard for our two dogs.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darryl D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the house very clean liked the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION...plus comfy beds. I was touring coastal Delaware for a potential move to the area. This home is perfectly located to see all of the communities like: Lewes, Rehoboth, Georgetown, Haeberson. Additionally, if you like beer...Dog Fish is literally around the corner, and Dewey Beer is 6-minutes away.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce and Cynthia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It worked out very well. The owner was in contact and was willing to help in any way needed. So thank you.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had a last minute change of plans. While I couldn't stay, I did use the house as a comfy rest and refresh stop. Kelly was great and kept in touch trying to be as flexible as possible. Love the historic character of the home, too. Reminded me of my grandparents seashore house. Yard, patio, garden, imagine they are spectacular in Spring,.Summer, and Fall. Will plan another visit soon
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Melly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and unique house, great location, loved the yard- wish the dining table was bigger and sturdy for a family of 5. The host had been great at staying in touch.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Corrie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very welcoming and accommodating and always responded quickly and with urgency which i appreciated very much. The first night was a little rough only because the people staying above us seemed to have a lot of visiters and you could hear everything going on above you. It would have been nice to have a washer and dryer however, there is a note stating they are adding one soon! Other than that, the living areas were so cute and cozy! I love that there wasa candle light and soft christmas music playing when we entered. The beds were comfortable and we thoroughly enjoyed the historic charm of the property! We would definitely stay here again but next we would rent the upstairs ans the downstairs!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here for a guys' golf trip weekend, and everything was amazing. I cannot recommend this historic house enough. It's within walking distance of much of what Milton has to offer and a relatively short drive to several excellent golf courses. Kelly was a fantastic host—her communication and local knowledge were both incredible. I'll definitely be looking to book this place again in the summer to take advantage of the yard and its proximity to the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely fabulous! I ask a lot of questions when traveling and our host always got back to me no matter what time of day. The yard is beautiful in multiple spaces for working, sleeping, relaxing, and even a table for puzzles or gaming.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house alone is interesting. The location couldn't be better. The yard was amazing for the dogs. Clean home and welcoming host. We arrived to music and soft lights set up for out arrival. Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mark M.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
The host, without cause canceled our reservations, two days in of our seven day stay. Accused us of moving out of the unit when we had not done so. The host is a real estate agent who did not notify us prior to our booking that she had the property listed for sale. She asked during our first day there if we could allow a showing. We did not feel comfortable with this and shortly after she canceled the reservation she was in the upper unit cleaning the other rental property when we moved out, and I attempted to talk to her regarding this matter she refused to engage with me to figure out what’s going on. You’re better off, staying in your car than at this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Acres of H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kelly, I recommend you get some FRESH WAVE for the house. You can order it online. A cat has sprayed in the living room and it is not covered up with candles. It was designed originally to reduce the smell in septic systems and they opened up a residential channel. It works superbly. We loved the house, just not the noise or cigarette smoke from upstairs. When we booked, we were unaware there was an upstairs rental. If we had known we would have taken the whole house. Lessons learned.You were fabulous. We adored the house. We tried to respect it as if it was our own. I know the floors were swept and mopped prior to departure.If you are ever in NC and want some farm life..give us a shout.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was so cute! The gardens in the back and around the front entry were really amazing and added to the charm. When you walk in the little hall way goes left to a living area or right to a set of stairs that leads to the upper floor. The upstairs has a huge bathroom and 3 bedrooms. The bedroom all the way to the left has 2 beds and a kitchenette in it which was pretty cool. The other side of the hall has a queen bedroom and a single bedroom. The upstairs also has a door at the bottom which can be closed to make 2 apartments. Downstairs has a master king ensuite bedroom with a really comfortable mattress (its very firm but i love that). The whole house had really nice blinds for privacy. There is a galley like kitchen which is small but was perfect for us. An entry to the backyard gardens and paths is right off the kitchen. There is a dining room off of the livingroom that has a door with a cute bell on the bottom that leads to a deck. The entire yard is fenced in. It was perfect for our pup to run around in. We really enjoyed the decor of the place and the historical cosiness of it! It reminds me of a little Halloween house! The picket fence and the front entry add so much charm and sort of take you back in history. The house also seems to be cat friendly! There is a cat tree and catdoors all around! I wish i could have traveled with my cats! They would have appreciated the house as much as I did! The place is also close to town. The host is friendly and responsive!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Kelly DeMott

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I grew up in Newark Delaware but quickly realized I would prefer to live at the beach and I moved here permanently in the early 1990’s and by 2003 I became a realtor. I went to college to study art and I enjoy using my artistic ability to make this house really special. I live just a short walk away with my two daughters. I am available to show property as well if you fall in love with the area.

Why they chose this property

As you walk around town, you’ll notice that the Victorian era homes that line Federal and Union Streets I’ll seem to have their front porch decorated. I enjoy taking walks at night because you’ll notice the homes are lit up with porch lights and you can hear happy noises off in the distance.

What makes this property unique

Our favorite thing to do is to take walks at night in town because everything gets very quiet, all the porch lights are on and you feel like you are someplace very special.
Milton Delaware started out in the 1700s as a ship building town and the hand built ships were made right on the banks of the Broadkill river and launched into the Atlantic Ocean. As you walk past the Victorian homes on the way to dinner take note of the architecture because many of the homes were built by Dutch shipbuilders. Milton has a wide variety of Victorian architectural styles (more than your average town). There are sidewalks on every block and the residents of Milton do use them to get around town, especially in the evening. Kids still ride bikes outside here so please do watch your speed as you make your way through town. Milton is a truly special place and if you’d like to see property for sale, just let me know because I’ve been a local realtor for 22 years!

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