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Spacious and Clean Coastal House Near Fenwick Island, Bethany Beach, Ocean City

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The Refuge. Near Fenwick Island, Ocean City, Bethany Beach. The Great Room.
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The Refuge. Near Fenwick Island, Ocean City, Bethany Beach. Breakfast nook.
Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

Check out the area

Map
Selbyville, DE
  • Popular LocationBayside Resort Golf Club4 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Freeman Stage at Bayside4 min drive
  • Popular LocationMaryland Beach8 min drive
  • AirportGeorgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County)38 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bunk room

1 Twin Bunk Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Upstairs 1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs 2

4 Twin Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Parlor bath

Toilet

Upstairs bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Spacious and Clean Coastal House Near Fenwick Island, Bethany Beach, Ocean City

Welcome to Hidden Bay Breeze in The Refuge at Dirickson Creek!

Why stay in Ocean City, MD when we are super close to it and all the shopping in Delaware is TAX FREE?!!

We're about a 7-minute ride to Fenwick Island beaches but within a short paddle of Little Assawoman Bay. You can see the kayak/boat launch from our home. The area is teeming with wildlife and is very quiet and peaceful. Plus, all the resort amenities are FREE!

We rent to family groups and friends of families only. We do not rent to groups of people that are not related or who intend to use our home for excessive partying.

We have set up our home to sleep 15. We have 4 bedrooms and a den with a queen sofa bed (and it's comfortable!) and 3 1/2 baths. The primary bedroom on the main level has a king-size bed and a huge en suite with soaking tub and large walk-in shower. The den and parlor bath are on the main floor. Also on the main level is an open concept living room/kitchen/kitchenette and a separate dining room. My favorite room of the house is the sunroom as the breezes from the bay are so lovely and with screened in windows on every wall, it's like being outside but sitting inside on gorgeous furniture! It's heavenly with all the windows open (when the A/C isn't cranking, of course!).

Upstairs are 3 more bedrooms. There's a bunk room for adult kids or kid-kids that sleeps 5. There's a professional foosball table in there as well as a TV. The other 2 bedrooms have their own en suites. One has a queen-size bed and TV and the other room has 2 twin beds with 2 trundles that can sleep up to 4 and also has a TV.

There's definitely plenty of places to hang out - inside and out!

All the dishes and most of the furniture in the house is new. The kitchen has newer stainless steel appliances (gas cooking) and granite countertops. We provide the pillows and comforters but sheets/towels/etc. are the responsibility of the guest to either bring or rent.

The outside patio has a spacious dining table with an umbrella, seating for 8, plus another area with a table and 5 chairs. There's also a gas/charcoal grill.

There's a 2 car garage (parking for 1 car in there because of the kayaks) and then 4 cars can be parked on the driveway.

We are all about KAYAKING since we are within walking distance of the boat/kayak launch. We have 3 kayaks that are available to our guests - 2 single kayaks and a tandem. The tandem can be paddled alone or by 2 people. There's room for a small child to sit in the middle of the 2 paddlers. We provide paddles and have 3 adult PFDs, a youth PDF and several children's size PFDs.

There are also a few youth bikes & helmets, some tennis rackets, pickleball rackets, a volleyball, basketball, & outdoor games. Kids can play by the creek or walk to the other amenities - pool, tennis courts, pickleball, basketball, sand volleyball, bocce, shuffleboard, tot lot, exercise room/clubhouse. There is NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE for the use of the facilities and they're just a stroll down the lovely street!

There is so much to do in Fenwick - great restaurants, shops, boating, golf, outdoor water park, etc. plus we are about 15 minutes from Bethany Beach, about 30 minutes to the outlets in Rehoboth Beach, and we are just on the Delaware side of Ocean City, MD.

Our home is perfect for families and friends to get away and recharge. We are NOT a party house. An example of our contract is uploaded to the Vrbo site. Please note that our cancellation policy, outlined in our contract, is more lenient than what is "checked" off on the Vrbo site. We will work with you if something happens and you need to cancel. Feel free to reach out to us before you book if you have an extenuating circumstance regarding members of your party.

During high season (Memorial Day to Labor Day) we are requesting Saturday to Saturday stay - check-in at 4:00 and check out at 10:00 a.m. Thank you.


Property manager

Wendy Wilmowski
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed
Contact owner for exceptions.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet after 10 p.m. Please be considerate of our neighbors and keep outdoor conversations low after 10 p.m. Thank you!
Please do not run the A/C and open the windows in the sun room at the same time.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Contact owner for exceptions.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Selbyville

Located in Selbyville, this vacation home is near the beach. Jolly Roger Amusement Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocean City Beach and Maryland Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Thunder Lagoon Waterpark and Golf Down Under. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Selbyville, DE

What's nearby

  • Bayside Resort Golf Club - 4 min drive
  • The Freeman Stage at Bayside - 4 min drive
  • Maryland Beach - 8 min drive
  • Fenwick Island Beach - 9 min drive
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 31 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Harpoon Hanna's - 6 min drive
  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Fox's Pizza - 4 min drive
  • Yellowfins Bar & Grill - 5 min drive
  • Taste of South Philly - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spacious and Clean Coastal House Near Fenwick Island, Bethany Beach, Ocean City have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Spacious and Clean Coastal House Near Fenwick Island, Bethany Beach, Ocean City pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious and Clean Coastal House Near Fenwick Island, Bethany Beach, Ocean City?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious and Clean Coastal House Near Fenwick Island, Bethany Beach, Ocean City?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious and Clean Coastal House Near Fenwick Island, Bethany Beach, Ocean City located?

This family-friendly Selbyville vacation home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Bayside Resort Golf Club and The Freeman Stage at Bayside. Assawoman Bay and Shark's Cove Marina are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F., Wescosville, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best vacation stay!
This home was perfect for our family of 12! There was so much to do, so close to this property that we enjoyed so much!! The home is gorgeous and very spacious! I definitely would recommend to everyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation rental
We had a great vacation staying at Wendy’s home. There was more than enough space for everyone to relax. The community was quite but there was plenty to do. The home was clean and well stocked. The owner was quick to reply to any questions we had. We will definitely look forward to renting again.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie D., Lancaster

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property!
The home was beautiful, spacious and just as described! Our whole family of 15 really enjoyed our week. We really loved having breakfast and dinners on the large patio. The neighborhood was very quiet and a safe development to ride bike. We loved the pool and used it often. We also enjoyed doing some crabbing. The kitchen was extremely well stocked and we had everything we needed. The kids loved the foosball in the bedroom. We had 5 children, ages 4-7 sleeping in that room. It worked out great! Wendy was amazing to work with. She always answered my emails right away we so appreciated the Welcome packet with details on every room as well as helpful advice on what to bring. We would definitely come back to this property. It is beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and location
Our family of nine spent a wonderful week at this property! It is exactly as advertised and reviewed: spacious, clean, nicely decorated and well stocked. We enjoyed the use of the kayaks in the canal and also loved the short walk to the well maintained pool. The grandchildren are already talking about, "when we come back here." Thanks Wendy for renting this beautiful space!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joyce B., Damascus

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Family Vacation!!
Our recent, memorable family vacation with our children and grandchildren was made all the more enjoyable by this beautiful home and all the amenities in it and in the neighborhood - the wonderful kitchen, dining and family room areas so we could all enjoy being together, the pool (which Wendy pays for so we could enjoy it without additional cost), the kayaks and PFDs so everyone could enjoy the canals, the roomy bedrooms and comfortable beds to rest in at the end of a long and fun day - this home was a total delight to stay at! There were 11 of us and there was still room to spare, and everyone loved the sunroom (well, truth be told I didn't get much chance to enjoy it since everyone else was in it - LOL)! Thank you Wendy for a great week and for always being so quick to respond to a message - you set a high bar for future expectations! All week long I kept thinking of the quote "we didn't know we were making memories, we just knew we were having fun." Can't wait to come back next year, thank you Wendy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Wendy Wilmowski

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I've been coming to the Delaware beaches for about 20 years. I love it here. I love the roar of the ocean and the gorgeous sandy beaches. It's been a dream of 20 years to own my own house in my little paradise that I could offer to others to build family relationships, make memories, and enjoy a quiet respite. Despite Covid, my dream became a reality in 2020 and we haven't looked back! So many families have enjoyed our home and the surrounding area. It makes me so happy!

Why they chose this property

We love to kayak and fell in love with Little Assawoman Bay before even knowing about The Refuge. Once our realtor took us to this area and we saw this house, so close to the kayak launch, we knew it was for us! Our home is as secluded as can be in a planned community, with neighbors only on one side. We can walk our kayaks to Joe's Gut and paddle to the bay. What's not to love?! We provide kayaks to our guests - 2 singles and a tandem - so that 4 guests can explore the bay together.

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English

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