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Stay Play Dewey - Ocean View TH - Perfect for 2 Families!!

Family-friendly holiday home in Dewey Beach with a water park

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Clear ocean views. Steps to the beach!
Roof top deck with panoramic views of Dewey Beach
Brand new decks on front and rear including screened in porch off kitchen
New Decks in 2023 - top to bottom
Remodeled, fully stocked kitchen with stainless steel appliances.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Dewey Beach
  • Place, Indian Beach
  • Place, Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk
  • Airport, Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 - LL Primary

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - UL Primary

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 - Lower Level

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4 - Upper Level

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 - UL Primary

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2 - UL Hallway

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3 - LL

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4 - Powder Room

Toilet

Outdoor Shower

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Stay Play Dewey - Ocean View TH - Perfect for 2 Families!!

Stay Play Dewey
Welcome to Emerald Shoals 5 - We love it here and hope you do as well... New kitchen in 2018, All bathrooms updated in 2019, Brand new decks in 2022!

*Please read full description PRIOR to booking - we know some of the info is boring but it is important info for you to know and we promise to keep it short*

In prime season (MDW to LDW) - our weekly rental is Sunday to Sunday.
For Mini weeks in the summer, we offer Sunday to Thursday and Thursday to Sunday with some limited exceptions. Flexible stays in the off season.

***PLEASE NOTE***: WE DO NOT provide Sheets/Pillowcases, Towels (Beach or Bath), paper and plastic products (toilet paper, paper towels, etc.), or hygiene products (soap, shampoo, etc.) but we do provide blankets and pillows, and we have beach chairs, boogie boards, and beach toys available for your use (as well as a pack n play for your little one)!
There are several local companies that provide sheet and linen rentals and we provide their contact information in our General Information Guide upon booking or upon request.

*PLEASE NOTE*: WE DO NOT rent to groups under the age of 25.

WE DO aim to provide an elevated guest experience with modern, updated properties and amenities, and responsive communication.

The good stuff!
Located in the south end of Dewey Beach at 17A Van Dyke St - Park your car upon arrival and you never have to drive again! The home is located on a quiet street and just a few steps away from the beach, the bay and the Rusty Rudder. This thoughtfully furnished 3 level END UNIT townhouse with two Primary Suites (king beds) is the perfect place for your relaxing beach vacation.

With 4 Bedrooms and 3.5 Baths and parking for 3 cars, this townhome is the perfect spot for one or two families (we even provide a pack n play and high chair). It is less than half-block to the beach - you don’t even have to cross a street plus we even provide beach chairs and toys so you don’t have to bring them with you! Had enough of the sand? Enjoy happy hour on the rooftop deck with views of both the Atlantic Ocean and Rehoboth Bay. Hungry? It’s a quick walk to any of Dewey’s restaurants – Nalu, Gary’s, Rusty Rudder, Lighthouse, Starboard, Dewey Beer Company, and more. A little tired? Then feel free to stay and cook in the well equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances or order in and relax on one of the 5 decks including a great screened in porch. Or just hop on the Jolly Trolley to Rehoboth.

Plus Dewey is a great family vacation town. Monday nights during the summer you will find movie night on the beach, a giant movie screen with a different movie playing each week. Bring your beach chairs and enjoy. Wednesday nights are family beach bonfire night, both on Dagsworthy Street.

+ Beach is less than ½ block away. Award winning, gorgeous and clean. No street to cross – very safe for kids. Much less crowded than Rehoboth or Ocean City beaches. Vendor right there rents beach chairs or umbrellas, and sells refreshments.
+ Rehoboth Bay is 1 block away. Fish, boat, rent a jetski, or learn to wind surf.
+ Many restaurants within 1 block walk (Rusty Rudder, Nalu etc). 5 minute walk gets you just about anywhere in Dewey.
+ Rehoboth restaurants and attractions are 5 minute ride. Jolly Trolley stops on our corner.
+ Want to get away from it all and see the beach in its natural state? Ride your bike just a mile south to Delaware Seashore State Park.
BEDROOM LAYOUT: 4 Bedrooms sleep 8
+ Ground floor bedroom/den: One Twin Bed & one Double Bed
+ Ground floor Master bedroom: King Bed, dresser, Plenty of extra room for a portable crib (provided).
+ 3rd floor master: King Bed, Flat Screen TV, Ocean view deck with seating. Plenty of extra room for a portable crib or air mattress.
+ 3rd floor bedroom: 2 Twin Beds, adjacent to third large deck with more seating.

AMENITIES: Dining room table that easily seats 8. Parking for 3 cars: 2 off-street plus 1 on-street parking permits included. Roof top deck with sweeping view of Atlantic Ocean and Rehoboth Bay. Outdoor shower. WiFi. Streaming TV with all the local channels, high chair, beach toys, beach wagon, beach chairs, fully stocked kitchen, washer / dryer.

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children under 10 don't count towards occupancy.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
1 dog (No pit bulls) Contact for any exceptions
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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 and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dewey Beach

Located in Dewey Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Cape Henlopen State Park and Rehoboth Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Cape May - Lewes Ferry. Travelling with kids? Consider Dewey Beach Parasail and John Waples Memorial Playground. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, windsurfing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Dewey Beach, DE

What's nearby

  • Dewey Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Indian Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bottle & Cork - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rehoboth Beach - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rusty Rudder - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nalu Surf Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Grotto Pizza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dewey Beach Country Club - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bottle & Cork - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay Play Dewey - Ocean View TH - Perfect for 2 Families!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Stay Play Dewey - Ocean View TH - Perfect for 2 Families!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay Play Dewey - Ocean View TH - Perfect for 2 Families!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stay Play Dewey - Ocean View TH - Perfect for 2 Families!! located?

This family-friendly Dewey Beach holiday home is located by the sea, just steps away from Dewey Beach and Dewey Beach Parasail. Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 198 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property. Great location. Comfortable accommodations. Plenty of space for everyone. Well supplied kitchen. Very responsive owner. Looking forward to staying again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teddy W.

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

Great condo in a great location

Great condo with multiple outdoor areas and includes everything you need to have a great time at the beach. Hope to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First time staying at this property, I hope it stays a rental for the rest of my life with these owners because I’ll rent it every year. The Property was everything they stated and more. The communication with the owners was excellent. This is the 5th property in the last 13 years in this area, and of the 5 this was by far the nicest. It is obvious from the communication alone the owners care more than any other I have dealt with, but once getting to the property they proved they care more because the place was clean, neat, had plenty of amenities, and everything worked well. Great appliances, great A/C, great WiFi, and all the little things you just appreciate when you see and use. It also very tastefully decorated and comfortable. As I stated earlier, I hope to continue to use this property from now on. My family had a wonderful time.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay W.

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

Awesome!

This was the perfect property for us! We were in town for the Dewey Golden Jubilee so we were looking for a pet friendly property. We've stayed in quite a few pet friendly places - this was by far the cleanest! We loved the multiple balconies and made sure we took advantage of all of them throughout the weekend. The street was super quiet - we were able to sleep with the balcony doors open at night. Dan was super easy to work with and there were a lot of signs and instructions throughout the house that made check in and out easy. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty J.

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

Wonderful location

We have stayed here twice and were thrilled with the location and place. Great for families.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kate H.

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

Great location

The house was perfect for two families and the location was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary E.

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

Great location and up to date.

Enjoyed our stay. Conveniently located close to the popular nightspots.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley K.

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

Great stay

Wonderful host (thank you Dan!). Great location, right by the beach access. Lots of space for family. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Brenda C.

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

Dewey Trip

Location was great. Property manager was always available.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine R.

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

A wonderful family weekend!

My husband and I took both of our parents to the beach for a long weekend and we had a fantastic stay here! This house provides the perfect amount of space for 3+ couples, and the outdoor seating (both covered and open air) made our weekend so enjoyable. So close to the beach and everything else in Dewey, we can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

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

Dewey fun

Great space. Had a wonderful time!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Great weekend!

We had a great stay. The place is in a great location. Kitchen is well stocked and plenty of games for a rainy night. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

C

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

Wonderful Beach Experience

Top notch beach house. Proximity to beach is 1 minute and an easy walk to Dewey establishments. On-site parking. Spacious beach house was clean on arrival. Safe location for sure. We truly enjoyed our time and will book again and make it an annual beach trip. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin C.

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

Good Experience

Dan was very communicate and accommodating. Everything was as described. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan F.

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

Perfect Spot

The place itself is amazing. We had a few people who go to Dewey all the time and said it was by far the best property they've stayed in. It is also in a great location. The beach is a short walk, tons of restaurants and night life right around the corner too. We had an extra car so we had to purchase an additional parking pass from the town hall, but there is so much permit parking right by the property, made everything very easy! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodi L.

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

Great location & house

The house was great with plenty of room to spread out. The beach cart & extra chairs were a big help. We all had breakfast as a group in the 2nd floor screened in porch. The rooftop deck was so nice to hang out, relax and see the ocean. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elise H.

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

Spring break weekend getaway

Perfect location! The layout of the home was great as well especially for a larger group of guests. We walked around town without having to move our car but having the close parking spots were ideal. Loved being able to take our pup-she loves running on the beach! Some Small issues with cleanliness in kitchen and hvac vents but all managed. Owner was incredibly responsive and accommodating!! Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

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

Amazing location, beautiful house

Had a great stay here. Super close to the beach and walking distance to everything in Dewey. The bedrooms are split between floors for privacy and the kitchen and living room are on the middle floor. There are several outdoor areas, we spent most of our time on the screened-in deck off the kitchen but there’s a very nice space on the back of the third floor and also a rooftop area with a great view of both the ocean and the bay. If you’re like me and read more reviews than the details of the listing - you need to bring your sheets, pillow cases, and bathroom and beach towels. But the kitchen was well stocked and had both kinds of coffee makers. There are also plenty of smart tvs and a cabinet full of games for evenings or rainy days. Very nicely furnished as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti D.

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

Weekend with the girls

This house had everything you could need or want! Steps from the beach…clean and pretty in the house, porches outside for eating or just enjoying the surrounding beauty. Dan Spahr was such a gracious host. He was responsive to emails and texts and was extremely accommodating and helpful. Dan and Stephany seem to completely understand what people want and need from a vacation home. And to be so kind and helpful, is the perfect recipe! Highly recommend rental of this home and any location Dan and Stephany own - they are the best! Thank you!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat M.

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

July 4th week stay

We had a great week the house was nice loved all the decks loved the big tables in the dining room area and out on the screened in porch we watch the fireworks On the rooftop which was really cool The only negatives I would say would be the fact that this house is located right across the street from the Hyatt which brings a lot of people to that beach so it becomes very crowded. The double bed is very hard there’s an electrical outlet behind the bed that does not work , In the master bedroom on the bottom floor this sliding glass door is really hard to open and lock and unlock. The house was Clean with the exception of the walls in the dining room and kitchen going up & down the steps & the sliding door in family room, very dirty. LOVED That there were beach chairs and a wagon for convenience to take stuff to the beach really this house is very well equipped 😀 Thanks to the hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn C.

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

Nothing better than Ocean block!

We love Dewey beach, and this trip didn't disappoint! This was our first time staying on the southern part of town and we enjoyed being walking distance to all the fun restaurants and bars that Dewey has to offer as well as the beach. We had three kids under 2 with us this vacation and definitely appreciated being a short 1-2 minute walk to the beach so that we can go back to the house as needed with each baby. Owners were responsive and let us do an early check in which is always a plus!! There were beach chairs and sand toys to play with- a few of the chairs were broken but they did warn in the listing they can't guarantee the condition of the chairs. We still brough and used our own chairs. We also loved the outdoor shower and storage area. Was big enough to keep our large stroller wagon outside for the kids! Would recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Ethan S.

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

Nice house and location with some flaws

My family and I rented this house for a long weekend at Dewey in September and brought our dog to enjoy the time of the year when the beaches are dog-friendly. Overall, we enjoyed the location of this house and its proximity to the beach. It seemed to be very up-to-date relative to other beach houses, and the owner was super responsive and friendly when we had questions. However, we did find a few things throughout the week that drove us just crazy enough to consider worth mentioning in a review: - The first morning we went to make coffee, we found coffee grounds and dirty water in the carafe. Someone clearly hadn't washed it, or just hadn't washed it well. - We found what we *think* was dog hair in two of the showers as well as long human hair, I assume left over from the previous renters. - There is virtually no where for people to hang towels in the bathrooms. There's a towel rack in one of the bathrooms that can fit two, but don't count on 9 people (the recommended max occupancy) being able to hang their towels after bathing - We could not get the first floor shower to work. The tub works, but we could not turn the shower head on. We tried everything. - When we arrived, we found a ton of flies in the house. We killed them all. The next day, just as many were back. Not sure what was causing it, but it was annoying nonetheless (and we weren't leaving food out or doing anything else that would attract them). And lastly, the house can accommodate more people in sleeping than it can everything else. The living room can't fit more than 6 or 7 people at a time and neither can the dining room table (luckily there's patio seating). If you're a large group that likes sitting and doing everything together, consider renting a larger house (this should be obvious from the photos, but I'm mentioning this here as a reminder). Aside from these somewhat-minor gripes, we're fairly happy with the house and the accommodation for our dog and would recommend it to most people looking for a place to stay in Dewey.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was PERFECT for two families for the weekend. The layout is great to give each family a floor of sleeping space and plenty of common room. Don’t even need to cross a street to get to the beach!! Everything was very clean and beds were comfortable. Only regret is not booking another night or two!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Repeat customer, and just as happy (very) as last time. Comfortable, clean, up-to-date, with everything you could need and plenty of it. Relaxed vibe, and perfect location--beach half a block away, restaurants likewise. The hosts are non-intrusive but responsible, easy to communicate with, and leave good guidance around the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was so close to the beach and had everything we needed. Communication was great and close to restaurants and shopping
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Dan Spahr

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We got married in Dewey and fell it love with it! It is a great place to go out but also a great place for families.

Why they chose this property

It is the perfect place to share with another family! With two master bedrooms with king beds and two additional bedrooms for the kids on separate floors it couldn't be better.

What makes this property unique

Located at the southern end of Dewey, 17A Van Dyke is within walking distance to everything but located on a quiet street.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests