House in South Bethany, DE
10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area
About this house rental
Best Views in the Bethany Area! Wonderful place for kayaking on the inland bays and canals.
October is a great time to visit the beach and bay. The weather and water still warm, the bird migration on, the crowds gone.
PLEASE NOTE -- We do not open our SUMMER calendar until after the 1st of the year. We give our long-time renters 1st dibs. (Sorry you early birds!)
In peak season (June 1 through Labor Day week) we only rent by the week--Sunday to Sunday (it makes traveling and getting a cleaning team easier)..
Note: Limit of 4 cars for overnight parking.
DESCRIPTION:
On the WATER with FABULOUS VIEWS, fantastic sunsets, direct access to beautiful nature preserve/wetlands and Assowoman Bay and quick access to beach/ocean.
This is a remodeled & solar powered older 5 bedroom, 3 baths "beach house" -- not a new MacMansion. It's the perfect place for a relaxed family vacation, quiet retreat, or romantic getaway. Two 'master' bedrooms (king & queen) with dramatic bay views. A 'guest room' (queen bed) also with views. Twin Bed room and kids 'bunk' room with double/futon lower and single upper. Strict limit of 10 people, including children; limit of 4 cars parking overnight. We do not rent to student beach-week groups. We do not supply linens or towels -- your can bring your own or rent from a very good local service
-- Gale Force Rentals. Call: 302-539-6244 or 1-800-321-1592 or on the web: www.galeforcerentals.com
Large open living, dining, kitchen area with great views. Well stocked kitchen. Big screened in porch and 2 large decks (upper and lower levels) and 2 outdoor showers. Gas grill & charcoal grill. "Smart TV" in downstairs family room/rec room with big table for game & puzzles.
PLEASE NOTE : 3 night minimum stay off season (late Sept./Oct. through early May). Holiday weekends slightly higher. Again, limit of 4 cars for overnight parking. (Our community association does does not allow street parking overnight.)
Great Bird & Butterfly migrations in Spring & Fall which are lovely at the beach -- no crowds & lower prices. In Spring & Fall minimum is 3-nights. Holiday Weekends -- Easter, Memorial Day, Columbus Day are also 3-night minimum and rates slightly higher).
Pets: We allow ONE dog with a signed "Doggy Addendum" to our Rental Agreement covering the rules on our beach and in our neighborhood. (No other pets.) $100 pet fee.
We are in the small community of Bay View Park at the north end of the undeveloped Fenwick Island Delaware State Park Beach. We are on the Bay side of Rt. 1. Bay View Park is 1/4 mile south of York Beach/South Bethany. Very close to the charming 'quiet resorts' of Bethany Beach and Fenwick Island and 15-20 minute drive to more "action" in Rehoboth or Ocean City.
On the edge of a vast Nature Preserve this home has 180 degree views ~ a very special Nature Lover's retreat.
Short walk (1/2 mile) to the beach or quick drive with permit parking along Route 1 access road -- only for Bay View Park visitors.
Three Kayaks and a Canoe available for your use (at your own risk). Plus 2 "beach" bikes -- they only have 1 gear-- and an assortment of beach chairs, sand toys, etc.
Many puzzles and games and other kid toys on hand. One large screen "Smart" TV so you can tune in to your favorite program accounts.
If you have a boat, we have a dock. There is a public boat launch into Little Assowoman Bay about 1/2 mile south of our Bay View Park Community.
SPRING and FALL are lovely at the beach -- bird migration on, quiet walks on the beach. Quiet and lovely but not lonely -- Bethany and Rehoboth's restaurants and area attractions are open and uncrowded. FALL especially has continuing warm water, warm weather and the best sunsets of the year.
October is a great time to visit the beach and bay. The weather and water still warm, the bird migration on, the crowds gone.
PLEASE NOTE -- We do not open our SUMMER calendar until after the 1st of the year. We give our long-time renters 1st dibs. (Sorry you early birds!)
In peak season (June 1 through Labor Day week) we only rent by the week--Sunday to Sunday (it makes traveling and getting a cleaning team easier)..
Note: Limit of 4 cars for overnight parking.
DESCRIPTION:
On the WATER with FABULOUS VIEWS, fantastic sunsets, direct access to beautiful nature preserve/wetlands and Assowoman Bay and quick access to beach/ocean.
This is a remodeled & solar powered older 5 bedroom, 3 baths "beach house" -- not a new MacMansion. It's the perfect place for a relaxed family vacation, quiet retreat, or romantic getaway. Two 'master' bedrooms (king & queen) with dramatic bay views. A 'guest room' (queen bed) also with views. Twin Bed room and kids 'bunk' room with double/futon lower and single upper. Strict limit of 10 people, including children; limit of 4 cars parking overnight. We do not rent to student beach-week groups. We do not supply linens or towels -- your can bring your own or rent from a very good local service
-- Gale Force Rentals. Call: 302-539-6244 or 1-800-321-1592 or on the web: www.galeforcerentals.com
Large open living, dining, kitchen area with great views. Well stocked kitchen. Big screened in porch and 2 large decks (upper and lower levels) and 2 outdoor showers. Gas grill & charcoal grill. "Smart TV" in downstairs family room/rec room with big table for game & puzzles.
PLEASE NOTE : 3 night minimum stay off season (late Sept./Oct. through early May). Holiday weekends slightly higher. Again, limit of 4 cars for overnight parking. (Our community association does does not allow street parking overnight.)
Great Bird & Butterfly migrations in Spring & Fall which are lovely at the beach -- no crowds & lower prices. In Spring & Fall minimum is 3-nights. Holiday Weekends -- Easter, Memorial Day, Columbus Day are also 3-night minimum and rates slightly higher).
Pets: We allow ONE dog with a signed "Doggy Addendum" to our Rental Agreement covering the rules on our beach and in our neighborhood. (No other pets.) $100 pet fee.
We are in the small community of Bay View Park at the north end of the undeveloped Fenwick Island Delaware State Park Beach. We are on the Bay side of Rt. 1. Bay View Park is 1/4 mile south of York Beach/South Bethany. Very close to the charming 'quiet resorts' of Bethany Beach and Fenwick Island and 15-20 minute drive to more "action" in Rehoboth or Ocean City.
On the edge of a vast Nature Preserve this home has 180 degree views ~ a very special Nature Lover's retreat.
Short walk (1/2 mile) to the beach or quick drive with permit parking along Route 1 access road -- only for Bay View Park visitors.
Three Kayaks and a Canoe available for your use (at your own risk). Plus 2 "beach" bikes -- they only have 1 gear-- and an assortment of beach chairs, sand toys, etc.
Many puzzles and games and other kid toys on hand. One large screen "Smart" TV so you can tune in to your favorite program accounts.
If you have a boat, we have a dock. There is a public boat launch into Little Assowoman Bay about 1/2 mile south of our Bay View Park Community.
SPRING and FALL are lovely at the beach -- bird migration on, quiet walks on the beach. Quiet and lovely but not lonely -- Bethany and Rehoboth's restaurants and area attractions are open and uncrowded. FALL especially has continuing warm water, warm weather and the best sunsets of the year.
Amenities at Bethany~Bay View Retreat ~ Waterfront , Bird Watchers / Nature Lovers Delight!
Free WiFi/internet
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Gym
TV
Refridgerator
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Dryer
Patio
Kitchenware
Garden
Oven
Stove
Laundry services
Fireplace
Bath or shower
Hairdryer
Map of South Bethany, DE
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsStunning views of the bay, beautiful sunsets, peaceful location close to amenities but feels secluded, welcoming hosts, spacious house, convenient amenities, perfect for families and a great getaway.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2025
Staying here is more like staying at a friend’s home than a vacation rental. Pretty much anything you can think of is supplied, including excellent knives, books, binoculars, paper goods. The list goes on and the views are tremendous, the property is private, and June is very responsive and friendly. if you are someone who expects every inch of your lodging to be sanitized like a high-end hotel, this isn’t the place for you. If you want to feel at home and spend some quality time with your family in some really comfortable living spaces, this is for you— there was even a specific table for doing a puzzle, which was greatly appreciated by my family.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·May 2025
I thought there were only two views in Ocean City -- the ocean and the bay. This house has a panoramic view of a bird sanctuary with the bay off in the distance. It was mesmerizing, and even visible from the master bath shower! The house is a good size for a group. I hope to visit again someday.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Oct 2024
This home and location is a slice of heaven. The views are beautiful and the location is quiet and peaceful. It was one of the best vacations we had in a long time. We'll be back!
6.0 / 10.0Average·Dec 2024
The property has 2 levels, each with fabulous views of the marshes and bay. My family of four adults and 2 kids were staying there, my husband and I stayed in our nearby condo. They were only there for 3 nights, and the first 24 hours there the lower level, where the only tv in the entire house was located, was unusable due to the poor heating system. The only thing the owner suggested, the one time they replied, was basically turn the heat on. The system was inefficient and should have been turned on in advance. Surely they know how cold it can be, and our stay was so short that it meant that level was unusable for a good portion of our stay. And there were 2 children and no other tv. Another issue was the amount of food in the fridge, which the owner had previously mentioned were a few things we could use if we wanted. There was a lot of stuff in there when we arrived, it became hard to tell what was ours. A minor point perhaps, but I know we left food behind in the mess. Lastly, alas, the furniture. The upstairs couch is old and lacking any cushioning in its cushions, the dining room chairs were hard to describe in their discomfort but were covered in thin pads in an attempt to minimize the pain. But the view… It was lovely, soothing, maybe not so much at 6 am when the gunshots of the duck hunters rang out, lol. But the aim was being together and we achieved that, everyone was ultimately happy and we had a happy Christmas. Would we return? That was a unanimous no.
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Top rated by guests
10.0Outstanding
(58 Ratings)
Stunning views of the bay, beautiful sunsets, peaceful location close to amenities but feels secluded, welcoming hosts, spacious house, convenient amenities, perfect for families and a great getaway.
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