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The Boat House: Relaxing Coastal Getaway Near Bethany Beach with Pool

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Front entrance
Front porch
Fire pit
Kitchen
Kitchen and dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Frankford, DE
  • Place, Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bethany Beach Beaches
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Bethany Beach Boardwalk
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1 - Main House

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 - Main House

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Crib

Upstairs - Secondary House

1 Double Bed

Upstairs - Secondary House

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom - Main House

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom - Secondary House

Towels provided · Toilet

Outdoor Shower

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

The Boat House: Relaxing Coastal Getaway Near Bethany Beach with Pool

Designed for laid-back comfort and unforgettable fun, The Boat House is where you can truly unwind and savor everything the beach has to offer. With cozy, thoughtfully crafted spaces, this home is ideal for both entertaining and relaxation. The main house features 2 bedrooms with adjustable queen beds, and the charming cottage offers 3 additional sleeping areas, including a double bed, 2 twin beds, and a queen sleeper sofa. Need more space? We’ve got 2 twin roll-away beds and a travel crib —perfect for families and groups. Make use of the convenient laundry room, perfect longer stays and refreshing those beach towels. Enjoy the fully equipped kitchen, where you can easily prepare delicious meals to fuel your beach adventures. The cottage invites indoor-outdoor living, with double doors that open to the pool, and is complete with a grill, fire pit, and plenty of space to kick back. Take a refreshing dip, wash off the day’s fun in the outdoor shower, or simply relax while watching the game or listening to your favorite tunes. Located just a 5-minute drive from downtown Bethany Beach, The Boat House is your perfect home base for seaside adventures!
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4361318
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

About the neighborhood

Frankford

Frankford is home to this vacation home. Jolly Roger Amusement Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bethany Beach Beaches and Fenwick Island Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Nick's Mini Golf - Nick's Pirate Golf, or check out an event or a game at The Freeman Stage at Bayside.
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Frankford, DE

What's nearby

  • Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
  • beach near Sea Colony - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Bethany Beach Beaches - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Dickens Parlour Theatre - 6 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 30 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Farms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wawa - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Flip Flops Beach Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bethany Diner - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ocean View Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Boat House: Relaxing Coastal Getaway Near Bethany Beach with Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Boat House: Relaxing Coastal Getaway Near Bethany Beach with Pool?

As of Jun 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boat House: Relaxing Coastal Getaway Near Bethany Beach with Pool on Sep 26, 2026 start from $397, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Boat House: Relaxing Coastal Getaway Near Bethany Beach with Pool pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Boat House: Relaxing Coastal Getaway Near Bethany Beach with Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Boat House: Relaxing Coastal Getaway Near Bethany Beach with Pool?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Boat House: Relaxing Coastal Getaway Near Bethany Beach with Pool located?

Located in Frankford, this family-friendly vacation home is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Bethany Beach Beaches and Fenwick Island Beach. Nick's Mini Golf - Nick's Pirate Golf and Bethany Beach Nature Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shari Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We LOVED the Boathouse! Perfect for a girlsFamily week! Close enough to the beach and boardwalk; yet quite and peaceful escape w a lovely pool !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

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

Beautiful house in a great location!

We really enjoyed our stay at The Boat House! It was the perfect space for our family - just a short drive to the beach. The neighborhood was quiet and lovely. We really loved all the outdoor space - especially the gorgeous outdoor shower. The hosts were responsive to all of our needs and went above and beyond to make our stay exceptional. We will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal/Charles L. L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
EXCELLENT!!!! We enjoyed our stay with our large family and would come back. House is fully equipped with everything you would need and owner was super friendly and very responsive to all of our needs!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dwn2earth2011

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything from check in to check out went smoothly. The host was always available and very accommodating. The pool and the outdoor shower were amazing, the cottage was quaint and perfect for our group. The main house was gorgeous, clean and all the switches were labeled nicely. We enjoyed all the features of the house. The front porch sitting area, the fire pit, the pool, the outdoor shower, the kitchen. We thoroughly enjoyed the area and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Taylor R.

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

June 2025 Stay

We enjoyed our stay here—the location was great and made getting around super convenient. The property itself has a lot of charm and potential, with a nice layout and cozy touches. That said, the interior felt a bit cluttered in some areas, and the cleanliness could have been more thorough. It’s also worth noting that the space might not be the best fit for families with younger kids due to the amount of decor and tighter layout in the Boat House. Still, we had a comfortable stay overall and appreciated the host’s responsiveness.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandy P.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Casey Gerlach

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We're the Pivec and Gerlach families, and we've been making memories in Bethany Beach for over 30 years. When we found this property, we knew it was the perfect place to gather our growing families and friends. Based in Annapolis, Baltimore, and Queenstown on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, we’ve always loved entertaining and creating spaces that feel warm, relaxed, and welcoming. After three wonderful years enjoying the home ourselves, we're excited to share it with guests—and we hope you love it as much as we

Why they chose this property

Plantation Park 1 is a beautiful, quiet community conveniently located just a short drive from downtown Bethany Beach.

What makes this property unique

When we first toured the home, we were immediately drawn to the spacious kitchen, private backyard, and all the potential it held. At the time, the upstairs of the cottage was an unfinished attic and the downstairs a workshop—but we saw the opportunity to create a charming guest space. We got to work, transforming it into the cozy cottage it is today, complete with bedrooms upstairs and a comfortable living area below. One of our favorite things about the property is how easily it accommodates larger groups, especially with its inviting outdoor spaces.

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