HEART of Downtown-WALK to the 1.5 blocks to BEACH & Boardwalk/Bandstand

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Welcome to The Big Easy! park your car and walk everywhere ...

Ground floor stair case to middle level. But you can always use the elevator!

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

6 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 164200 sq ft

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Outdoor Space

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Bethany Beach, DE

Chief Little Owl Totem Pole2 min walk
Bethany Beach Boardwalk4 min walk
Bethany Beach Beaches4 min walk
Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County)40 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Aunt's Room

2 Twin Beds

Boys Bunk room

2 Twin Bunk Beds

Girls Bunkroom

2 Twin Bunk Beds

Junior Master 1

1 King Bed

Junior Master 2

1 King Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Aunt's Bath - 1st Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Junior Master Bath 1

Toilet · Shower only

Junior Master Bath 2

Toilet · Shower only

Kids Jack n Jill Bunkroom Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Main Floor Power Room

Toilet

Master bath

Toilet · Shower only

Two Outdoor Showers

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Office

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Oceanside in the heart of downtown Bethany, just 1.5 blocks from Hollywood beach, The Big Easy is perfect for multi-generation families. Constructed in 2016 by the star of DIY/HGTV show Big Beach Builds, builder Marnie Oursler. NOTE: we only rent *Sunday to Sunday* full weeks in the summer season Memorial to Labor Day. House is NOT available for any Senior beach week/bachelor/ette parties. Pets not allowed - NO EXCEPTIONS to any of the above.

The house is decorated in a California contemporary style with an elevator and comfortably sleeps 16 (6 bedrooms, three of which are king-size master suites with en suite baths , 5.5 baths, 2 outdoor showers). With an open floor plan, gourmet kitchen (Wolf range/oven, SubZero, TWO Bosch dishwashers, Scott's Nugget icemaker, microwave/convection oven, wine fridge and fresh herb kitchen garden raised bed) separate butlers pantry and large living area, gas grill, deck and screened-in porch, dining table seats 16, small office, two separate laundry areas upstairs and downstairs, plus a separate TV and lounge area for teens, this house makes family beachside vacations easy. NOTE: if you have extreme sensitivity or allergies to dogs, the owners pets stay in the house occasionally.

Our house typically books out a year ahead for the upcoming summer season. We offer full cancellation refunds for bookings up to 180 days before arrival. After that 180 days, if we rebook your stay then we will of course refund your deposit minus any differences in rate and our time to manage the process. Please book carefully considering your risks and purchase travel insurance for any weather or pandemic-related externalities.

Our house manager will check you in and check you out and is available to answer questions and provide on-site assistance, as needed.

As is typical at the Delaware shore, we do not provide bed or bath linens. You can rent locally or bring your own.

FRAUD NOTICE: We will not accept more than the amount due and we will never send refunds for over-payment to anyone. Payment on VRBO is only via credit card and refunds will only be issued to the original credit card used. ALL fraud attempts are reported to the Delaware Attorney General's office of internet fraud as well as the US Federal Trade Commission cyber crime task force.

Property manager

Anna and Blair

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor Space

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor Space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking decontamination $750

Rental agreement to be completed, signed and returned within 48 hours of booking or you will be cancelled without refund.

Reservation is not confirmed until a list of all guests and ages is provided with rental agreement and Photo ID of primary renter.

All questions about group and stay must be answered within 36 hours or booking will be cancelled.

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

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 first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Bethany Beach

Located in Bethany Beach, this vacation home is in the city center and on 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 Captain Jack's Pirate Golf, or check out an event or a game at Carousel Ice Skating Rink. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Bethany Beach, DE

What's nearby

Chief Little Owl Totem Pole - 2 min walk
Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 4 min walk
Bethany Beach Beaches - 4 min walk
Bethany Beach Nature Center - 3 min drive
The Salt Pond Golf Club - 6 min drive

Getting around

Ocean City Station - 32 min drive
Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

Mango's - 6 min walk
Dunkin' - 15 min walk
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Parkway Restaurant - 3 min walk
Bethany Boathouse - 14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is HEART of Downtown-WALK to the 1.5 blocks to BEACH & Boardwalk/Bandstand pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at HEART of Downtown-WALK to the 1.5 blocks to BEACH & Boardwalk/Bandstand?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HEART of Downtown-WALK to the 1.5 blocks to BEACH & Boardwalk/Bandstand?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is HEART of Downtown-WALK to the 1.5 blocks to BEACH & Boardwalk/Bandstand located?

This family-friendly Bethany Beach vacation home is located on the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Chief Little Owl Totem Pole and Bethany Beach Boardwalk. Bethany Beach Beaches and Town Museum are also within 5 minutes.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Adria C.

Aug 20, 2023

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

The Big Easy

It’s a very beautiful house with well thought out space for big families. The location is great in downtown Bethany where you can walk to everything. The owner and house manager were a pleasure to work with. My family and I would love to stay there again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele L.

Aug 13, 2023

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

Wonderful family vacation at The Big Easy

My 3 sisters and our families had a wonderful stay at The Big Easy. It’s honestly tough to say what we liked best about the house- our kids loved the back porch, bunk rooms, and kids’ hangout room. The adults loved the spacious great room and proximity to everything- it’s an easy walk to the beach and to town. Thanks to the thoughtful layout, we were more than comfortable even as a larger group. We truly felt “at home” and made memories during this trip that we will never forget. Thank you to Sandy as well for being so responsive and welcoming! We hope to return.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra D.

Aug 2, 2023

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

The Big Easy

It was a wonderful week at our favorite beach and our new favorite rental. The Big Easy is just that. The home provided everything needed for our family to relax and enjoy each other.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Celeste R.

Jul 17, 2023

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

Lovely house close to beach and shops

We held our fifth annual family vacation here this year. There were enough bedrooms and room for all of us to spread out. The kitchen was well equipped for almost any kind of cooking. The kids loved being on the ocean side of the highway and so close to the shops, especially the ice cream and candy stores!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Jul 9, 2023

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

Beautiful property for our multigenerational beach holiday.

Our family had a wonderful week at “The Big Easy.” Over the years we have stayed in dozens of rentals up and down the eastern seaboard and everyone agreed this was the nicest and most cared for. Everyone enjoyed the well-equipped and nicely appointed kitchen and cooking up wonderful meals. Location is great to walk to town for ice cream and bandstand, and the included umbrella and chair service for the beach made for a lot less to haul the two blocks. Tip for future guests: use the exhaust fan over the stove early and often when cooking with heat. It will help dissipate the residual heat and keep the third floor a more comfortable temp for everyone.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Anna and Blair

We are a family of four who enjoy relaxing by the beach creating lasting summer memories for our kids. We loved the small beach cottage we originally purchased but it wasn't big enough to accommodate friends and extended family. That is why we built the new house in 2016. The location in downtown Bethany is perfect for our family and yours! We specifically wanted to be on the ocean side of Coastal highway place so our children could safely explore downtown and the boardwalk and watch a movie on the beach or get an ice cream cone.

Why they chose this property

The location of this house is it's best feature -- just one a half blocks from the beach and 1 block to downtown. There is parking for five standard cars in front, in the garage and behind the house. Bright, colorful and casual. This is beach relaxing at its best.

What makes this property unique

Location, location, location! This house also allows multi-generation vacations, with three master rooms as well as an elevator to help those who can't navigate the stairs.

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