Heart of Bear Trap Village - Two Luxurious Master Suites Bear Trap Dunes, Ocean View, Delaware Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 25825

Cozy & Comfortable Living Room - Fireplace, Home Theater

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Location: Bear Trap Dunes, Ocean View, Delaware, USA (3 Hr Drive from DC, Baltimore, PA, 4 Hrs from NYC) View Map

Accommodations:  Rowhome, 5 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 4.5 Baths (Sleeps 12)

Enjoy the best of the coast when you vacation at Grape Expectations at Bear Trap just 3 miles west of Bethany Beach. Our home is right in the heart of the village just steps away from the pavilion with pools, fitness center, tennis courts, sports court, restaurant, club house, pro shop and seasonal beach shuttle stop. With so many amenities Bear Trap has become the premier sought after location at the shore year round. This quaint village with hometown ambience is a destination resort even if we didn’t have the Atlantic just down the road! Our home combines comfort with elegance and was designed as the perfect setting to re-connect with family and friends and rejuvenate in style.

Village amenities are first class: 3 pools– indoors and out, hot tub, sauna, fitness room, sports court, tennis courts and weight room. Shoppers can scout the trendy boutiques and 3 outlets in Rehoboth. The Bethany boardwalk with bandstand entertainment, frozen custard, funnel cakes and quaint shops is Americana at it’s best. Golfers will enjoy a virtual feast of courses in the area, including discounted rates at Bayside. Amusement parks & Fenwick State Park, restaurants for every taste and budget, mini golf, water parks, kayaking, boating, fishing, and biking. Enjoy seasonal entertainment right on the village Green! There is something for everyone and more to do than you have time to do it all! After the sun and surf, enjoy an active nightlife.

We know families love to vacation together. So we’ve included two equally luscious master suites with private baths and romantic soaking tubs. Our 5 bedroom home is designed and decorated to combine elegance with functional comfort. We can host large families, sleeping 12 in extra comfy beds. We welcome children and include a porta-crib and booster seats. (2K, 2Q, 2T, 2 single daybeds, one convertible sleeper). An open living area is located just off the kitchen for mingling while you cook. The dining area seats 8, with two at the near by counter.

Elegant bedding and plush mattresses were selected after much rest-testing to wrap you in luxury in our bedroom suites coordinated to their respective baths. On the main level is our Master Suite – comfort and understated elegance. The bedding is lush –not your usual rental flair - and the king mattress so very comfortable you won’t want to go home! This master bath with double sink vanity, tiled shower, and elegant soaking tub coordinates with our décor and adds a spa-like ambience. A walk in closet has stows pack and play for those extra little sleepers who need naps and containment!

Our second floor accommodations are equally amazing. The cozy loft area overlooks the front entrance and provides a getaway space for reading just outside the second master suite. Yes, we cater to families and no one will feel second rate when families vacation together at the Grape Expectations. This master is our version of the Near East on the Eastern Shore. The Marrakech Suite provides elegance with vivid colors and a touch of the exotic, as you drift asleep in another plush king size bed. Enjoy privacy in the coordinated bath also with soaking tub and tiled shower.

Two more bedrooms on the upper level share a bath. Our Feather Room will tickle the fancy of our slightly dramatic visitors, and sports a very comfy queen size bed. Singlets or smaller “escapers” will rest well in our Theater Room overlooking the Green, where concerts and plays are celebrated. Here we’ve managed to mix a little bit of fun with a shore-like experience for visitors of all ages. On the ground level you will find our coastal inspired Cottage Room with queen size bed and day bed. This light and airy room has a walkout entrance to the garden patio and nearby access to a full bath with shower. All bedrooms have televisions; all but one ceiling fans. All bedroom suites are uniquely decorated with coordinated baths make all guests feel especially comfortable. Having extra guests? There’s also a daybed and sleeper chair in rec room.

Our kitchen is fully equipped to delight any chef from gourmet cooks to deserving moms wanting to take it easy. No one wants to pack their kitchen to visit our kitchen. So we’ve thoughtfully provided just about every kitchen essential you can think of to make food preparation a snap – from garlic press to salad spinner, pancake griddle to super serving ware. We love children – so there is an eat-at table in the kitchen and 2 booster seats, 1 with snap-on tray for the littlest traveler. Pint size service ware too!

Kids of all ages will have fun in our newly renovated lower lever recreation room. In addition to the 42 inch HDTV, you have ample of seating for TV viewing, game table and foosball. We added a gaming table/ casino bar, soft-dart board, bumper pool/poker table and even a Wii to entertain you after hours or on rainy days. Premium digital channels Encore and Starz are ‘on tap’ is in the living room. Fenced in our garden patio, also accessible from the lower level is where you will find outside seating and gas grill.

What other extras do we provide at our Grape Expectations escape to make your vacation hassle free and a pure joy? Hairdryers, beach chairs, umbrellas, beach toys, rolling cooler and beach cart. Of course, we have FREE wireless Internet service, a full laundry. Bed/ bath linens provided. You’ll find a selection of videos, DVD’s, family games and books. Everything aimed for stress-free vacationing! Golfing? Ask us about discount rates at Bayside Resort with Jack Nicklaus Signature Course.

No pets- anytime - to keep our home allergy free. Smoking strictly prohibited. Sat-to-Sat weekly rentals in high season. Optional amenities passes provides access to all village amenities and beach shuttle in season.

We hope we’ve enticed you to join us this year at our Grape Expectations where our guests say “You’ve thought of everything!’
Copy write Grape Escapes LLC

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• Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided: Bed and Bath linens are provided. Guests bring their own beach towels.
  • Garage
  • Off Street Parking
  • Gas Fireplace
• Beds
  • King Bed (2)
  • Queen Bed (2)
  • Twin/Single Bed (4)
  • Convertible Bed
  • Crib: Pack and Play crib
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV (7)
  • DVD (3)
  • VCR (2)
  • Video Library
  • Video Game Console: Wii
  • Video Games: Wii- sports
  • CD Player
  • Stereo System
  • Shared Hot Tub
  • Shared Pool
  • Sauna
  • Pool Table
  • Foosball
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen: Fully equipped - lots of extras - eat-in table great for kids.
  • Cooking Utensils Provided: Excellent quality, many extras, you name it - we've got it!
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
• Outdoor Features
  • Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
  • Deck/Patio
• Communications
  • Telephone (2)
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Other Amenities
  • Cable TV in every bedroom, DVDs, Home Theater System, FREE high speed internet service, Digital Premium TV service in rec room, Full Kitchen with many extras, Convection Oven, lots of extras - too many to print, Lots of parking, Smoking strictly prohibited, No Pets - at any time. Golf course two minute walk to driving range.
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed: No exceptions
  • Kid Friendly: Porta crib, booster seat and booster with snap on tray available.
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters: 25
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Theme Park (Amusement Park)
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Boating
  • Parasailing
  • Jet Skiing
  • Shelling
  • Swimming
  • Biking
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Fitness Center/Gym
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Miniature golf
• Other Activities
  • World Class Golf, Amusement Parks nearby, Shopping (tax free), Canoeing, Go Carts, Live Theater & Performances nearby.

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LOWErFall 09/Winter 10: 2 nights=$550, 3=$650, 4=$750; 5 =$890; 6-7= $1100
Holidays slightly higher. Reservations for summer 09 now accepted.
April and May /Spring $1300/week. Memorial Day Weekend - call
June 5 - $1500, June 12 $2095
High season from June 20 - Aug 21 $2495
Aug 21 $2200| Aug 28 $1995 After Sep 05 $1300
$500 security deposit. 1/2 due at booking; 1/2 due 30 days out
Weekly rentals only peak; Three night min for holiday. NOON check out. 4 p.m in.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 08/27/06
  Positive Rating
  
  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    Returning visitors write on comment card sent to us: " We had another tremendous vacation at "Grape Expectations". The house is very comfortable for all of us. We spent a lot of time at the beach, but also enjoyed the activities at the pavillion. I now have four junior lifeguards!".
• 07/21/06
  Positive Rating
  
  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    " Our family vacation at Grape Expectations exceeded our expectations! The resort met the needs of our golfers, swimmers, beach lovers and fitness finatics! The Bear Trap staff was very friendly and Kathleen was accommodating. Best location at Bear Trap!"
• 12/07/05
  Positive Rating
  Jane ,
  • We rented this house for a Thanksgiving getaway and we had a great time in the house and the area. The house is the best house I've ever rented with a very good price. It's so pretty and well maintained. The house has a theme: Grape Escape, the room decoration, even the bowls, plates in the kitchen match the theme. Everything in the house are high quality. The kitchen is full of supplies, and the owner even provides a lot of "extras"(coffee, tea bag, popcorn, all kinds sauces etc). We all had a great time in this house and we are thinking about going back to there in May!
• 09/07/05
  Positive Rating
  Carol Towne , Commack, New York
  • All eleven of us, 2 grandparents, 4 parents and 5 kids ages 4-12, rented this condo for a week and did we luck out. Grape Expectations is the perfect place in every way. It is clean, pretty, well stocked and roomy. The pool is a few yards away as is the shuttle to Bethany Beach. The owners really care and were extremely helpful with all of our vacation plans. We had a wonderful week.
• 09/02/05
  Positive Rating
  Anne ,
  • We had a wonderful time at your vacation home. There were so many things to do in the area. Perhaps the most relaxing activity was when we attended the play in the amphitheater on the green. Even the most skilled cooks among us found all we needed in your very well stocked kitchen. We were grateful to have linens and towels supplied. You were right about the convenient shuttle to the beach! Thank you again for sending your newsletters with the helpful updates.
• 06/30/05
  Positive Rating
  Mary D. ,
  • This vacation home is truly top notch!! The home is gorgeous -beautiful decor, spacious rooms, sparkling clean and in a perfect location in Bear Trap. The owner is superb - she has thought of EVERY DETAIL!! We have vacationed in Bethany for over 10 years and this is, without question, the nicest home we have stayed in, and the most relaxing due to all of the amenities provided by the owner! It's a short walk to the pool or clubhouse. The beautiful village green in front of the house was perfect for the kids to play on. We also enjoyed the fountains right outside our door! We look forward to returning, hopefully next year!
• 04/06/05
  Positive Rating
  Margaret , Kensington, MD
  • Wow! You will never deal with a more organized and friendly person than the owner of this property. The home is exquisite, generously stocked with kitchen supplies (even spices!), and beautifully maintained. The best part, though, is that you don't have to bring your own sheets and towels...the beds are most comfortable and the bath towels are luxurious! Do not hesitate to rent this home...it is perfect!!!
• 12/02/03
  Positive Rating
  Laura Way , Newark, DE
  • Our Book Club had a terrific annual retreat at Grape Escapes last weekend. Now that we've seen your lovely house, of course, the name makes so much sense! All of us were in awe of your decorating and taste. We all felt that your home was by far the nicest beach rental any of us had ever stayed in. Not only did we appreciate how well-stocked it was with paper products and supplies, but the sheets & towels service was an absolute luxury. I think you may have ruined all future rentals for us... how can we ever go back to lugging everything with us after our experience at Grape Escapes? We also all commented on how extraordinary your cleaning crew is. None of us had ever seen a rental so clean. Most of us even took the time to actually use the soaking tubs - something none of us dare to do too often away from home. Having the rec room was a nice addition. We really did need the extra space. Not that we actually spend much time talking about books, but we do talk a lot! It was nice to have enough room to be comfortable and spread out. What a treat it was to stay in your property. Grape Escape was indeed a great escape for us.
• 08/28/03
  Positive Rating
  Keeney Family , Columbia, MD
  • Had an awesome time! We all loved the beautiful home and enjoyed the terrific ammenities at Bear Trap. Great house, pools, gym, golf....beach shuttle! What more could you ask for? Can't wait to go back!
• 08/20/03
  Positive Rating
  Suzanne M. Homel , Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania
  • My family along with my sister's thoroughly enjoyed our week at Bear Trap. The home was absolutely awesome! We felt as though we were in a 5 star hotel. The amenities within the home and development were outstanding. Everyone had plenty of space and we could not have wanted for anything. Everyone should get an opportunity to spend a week at the beach in this manner. Go for it!

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