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6 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 14
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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Bethany Beach, DE
Bethany Beach Boardwalk
Place, Bethany Beach Boardwalk
3 min walk
Bethany Beach Beaches
Place, Bethany Beach Beaches
3 min walk
Bethany Beach Bandstand
Place, Bethany Beach Bandstand
6 min walk
Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
Airport, Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
54 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
1st Floor Primary
1 King Bed
3rd Floor Primary Bedroom
1 King Bed
3rd Floor Primary Bedroom
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Twin Beds
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 6
2 Twin Bunk Beds
5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet
Bathroom 2
Shower only
Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 4
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 5
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 6
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Luxury Bethany Beach House - 1 Block from the Beach!
Rest and relaxation await you at “Happy Ours”, an upgraded home in Bethany Beach with 6 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms - including 3 Primary Suites! There is space for all vacationers with two living rooms, a large outdoor deck, a large screened-in porch, and a ground-floor patio area. In addition, there are two laundry areas, a spacious gourmet kitchen, an elevator, and 2 outdoor showers. All of this space and luxury, just one block from the beach, fabulous restaurants, and boutiques galore!
EXPERIENCE BETHANY BEACH
Bethany Beach has a beautiful seasonally guarded beach, entertainment at the bandstand, fabulous restaurants, shopping, and games for all ages. Take a short drive to The Freeman Stage, go shopping at the nearby Rehoboth Beach outlets, or enjoy mini golf in Fenwick Island or Bethany Beach. Everyone will enjoy their stay at this Bethany Beach home.
LINEN PACKAGE 1st Choice Properties provides bed and bath linens for you. Your linen package includes: fitted sheets, top sheets, and pillowcases for all beds; sets of bath towels, hand towels, and wash cloths for all guests; kitchen towels and bathmats for all full bathrooms. Your linens will be delivered to the home prior to your arrival; you are responsible for putting the linens on the beds. You are also responsible for bagging the linens at the end of your stay and leaving them outside the residence for pick-up after your departure.
STARTER KIT 1st Choice Properties also provides a Starter Kit with all rentals. Your Starter Kit includes (1) roll of paper towels, (2) rolls of toilet paper, (1) 3oz bottle of dish soap, (1) dish sponge, (1) 13gal kitchen trash bags. You are responsible for providing any additional toiletries, soap, and paper products as needed.
CHECK IN & CHECK OUT Check-in is 4PM and check-out is 10AM. This is non-negotiable. Your access codes for the property will activate and deactivate precisely at these times; occupancy outside these timeframes without express permission from 1st Choice Properties is considered unlawful trespassing. 1st Choice Properties will contact you directly the day of your arrival if your property is available for an early check-in at no additional cost to you; this is our standard practice and you do not need to contact us to opt-in to it.
DELAWARE SHORT-TERM RENTAL TAX Delaware has imposed a short-term rental lodging tax at the rate of 4.5% of the rent upon every occupancy of a short-term rental within the State. This new tax went into effect on January 1, 2025. The tax applies to all short-term rentals in Delaware, including those listed on platforms like Airbnb and VRBO.
-Delaware regulations require all guests to sign a lease agreement within 10 days of booking. A lease agreement will be sent within 24 hours of booking and an electronic signature is required before final check-in information is made available.
-The property owners we represent do not permit reservations for groups under the age of 25.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Guests will be charged a $99 damage waiver that will cover up to $1000 worth of accidental damage to the property.
The guest must sign a rental agreement after making the reservation. Additional details emailed after the reservation is made.
Guests will be charged a $79 damage waiver that will cover up to $1000 worth of accidental damage to the property.
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Property # 929252
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Bethany Beach
Located in Downtown Bethany Beach, a neighborhood in Bethany Beach, this vacation home is near theme parks and 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at The Freeman Stage at Bayside, or consider a night out at Seacrets. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
Wawa - 18 min walk
Ocean 99 - 5 min walk
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Bethany Diner - 3 min drive
Dunkin' - 13 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Luxury Bethany Beach House - 1 Block from the Beach! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Luxury Bethany Beach House - 1 Block from the Beach!?
As of May 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury Bethany Beach House - 1 Block from the Beach! on May 18, 2026 start from $1,519, 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.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxury Bethany Beach House - 1 Block from the Beach!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxury Bethany Beach House - 1 Block from the Beach!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Luxury Bethany Beach House - 1 Block from the Beach! located?
Located in Downtown Bethany Beach, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Bethany Beach Beaches and Bethany Beach Boardwalk. Town Museum and Chief Little Owl Totem Pole are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Beautiful home, clean, spacious, great location! We were a group of 10 spending Thanksgiving together and this was perfect!
Vanessa S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 22, 2025
Thank you for your positive review and feedback! We are very happy to hear you enjoyed the spaciousness of the property and its location. We hope you will consider staying with us again in the future.
We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful beach home with our grandkids and our kids! We look forward to coming again next year! I would highly recommend it!
Renee G.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 11, 2025
Thank you for your positive review and feedback. We are happy to hear you enjoyed the home and all it offers and hope you will return in the future!
Wonderful house with perfect location for us. The kids walked into town, the boardwalk and most importantly for them, the arcade. Thanks
Kathy T.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 11, 2025
Thank you for your positive review and feedback. We are very happy to hear you enjoyed the property and its location. We hope you will consider staying with us again in the future.
We had a wonderful beach week with our family of 14! This is a beautiful home with lots of great amenities. Our kids & grandkids loved being so close to the boardwalk and beach. We would definitely recommend this property!!
Joy M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 2, 2023
Great to hear! We always appreciate a positive review and we hope to see you again.
Thank you,
1st Choice Properties
We loved this house for our three family vacation! The living spaces were lovely and had plenty of room. The decks are all nice with great, comfortable furniture. The house was clean and perfect for our stay. Location can't be beat! One block to the beach, two blocks to town! Highly recommend!
Joie N.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2023
We at 1st Choice Properties are delighted you enjoyed your stay and appreciate you taking the time to let us know about your stay.
Thank you,
Hope to see you back at the beach.
Amazing house only a block away from the beach and two blocks from town. The perfect location. Enough bathrooms for everyone to have their own, which is always a plus. The elevator inside really made loading in and out a breeze. Would definitely rent this location again for our family. Thank you for everything!
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 7, 2023
Thank you for the positive review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again in the future.
1st Choice Properties
Beautiful home, well stocked kitchen…but could have been cleaner. there were several stains in the upstairs carpet and the outdoor lounge cushions were either missing or stained. Refrigerators had inadequate cooling and ice making. It would have been nice to have better quality beach chairs and beach bikes…as most VRBO homes that I have stayed at in the past supplied. Overall the family enjoyed the Vaca and the house ….but for the price I expected better attention to detail.
Joann W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 24, 2023
Hello Mrs. Wells,
I am sorry to hear the property was not as cleaned as you hoped. We ask that our guests call us if there are any issue at the property to get it resolved as quickly as possible. Updated beach chairs have been added and the property has 2 bikes for renter use. Unfortunately, more could not be added due to lack of space to store.
Thank you
1st Choice Properties
Archival
2/10 Terrible
Meredith R.
Oct 13, 2017
Beautiful house....bad experience
Unfortunately the owner of this beautiful house decided that we burned a hole in one of the cushions of their outdoor couches. Not only did they charge us $225 for this outdoor cushion, but all we received was a voicemail from the property manager telling us that they would be deducting the amount from our security deposit. I will say that 1st choice properties did allow us a late checkout which was nice, but the handling of this incident was poor at best. It’s always fun when someone is condescending while they are explaining to you why they are keeping a portion of your security deposit.
It is certainly possible that someone who visited us during our stay was the cause of this damage, but I hate the way this was handled.
Our wedding & our stay at this property was awesome, it is a shame this occurred. We have absolutely no recourse & feel like we have been taken advantage of!!!
It is a very nice property, but if you ask me there are plenty of other options and it is not worth dealing with surprises like this 3 weeks after your stay.
Meredith R.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2023
I am sorry you feel this way. We have reached out to explain our findings and sent pictures and an invoice for the repair of the furniture. The price that was deducted didn't even include the shipping of the new cushion. This is why security deposits are held because things happen especially in large groups. This is a non smoking property and the only part of the security deposit held was the replacement of the burnt cushion. We were delighted you had a great stay and could provide a later check out time. It is not our intention for anyone to have a bad experience and it is our job to protect our renters and owners just the same.
I rented this house for me, my son's family, my daughter's family and my brother and his wife. There were 7 adults and two children. There was ample space for everyone to gather together or have their own privacy. The house was very clean and the kitchen was well stocked with dishes, pots and pans, and serving dishes. In addition, the table was large enough to accommodate all of us. Everyone commented how great the house was and even the location was fantastic. Very easy to walk to the beach or to the stores or mini golf. I highly recommend this place!
Susan B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2023
So great to hear that you enjoyed your stay and the home was everything you needed to help make your vacation enjoyable. We thank you for your review and hope to see you back in Bethany Beach soon!
Our family was attending (an outdoor) wedding in the areas, so we decided to make it a week long vacation. The rental agents were very accommodating and the house is well maintained and plenty of roomy for my husband and me, two adult children and spouses, and grandchildren. An easy walk to the beach with children in tow.
Great house but experience needs a significant upgrade
Let me start by saying the property is great. Large well-maintained house, great location a couple blocks from beach, large enough for groups, all systems worked, etc. I would be happy to give in five stars if it wasn't for some of the inconvenient elements and missing items that should be included in a property like this.
We have rented at the beach many times through VRBO, other sites and direct rental services and this is the first time there has been such a disconnect between the price and what is included. When paying more than $1K per day (and the listing describes the property as "Luxury Bethany Beach Home" you expect to be able to come to the property and relax - not have this series of inconveniences, charges and minor annoyances:
- Can't pay directly through VRBO - have to sign separate contract and pay through rental agency. They require a check or charge a 3% if you choose to use a credit card fee.
- No linens included. Linen package several hundred dollars more -and- even when you get the "Full Service" package you are still required to strip the sheets and collect the towels and haul them outside (not a small task in a home with 8 beds and 3 levels).
- Almost no supplies included. Yes - each bathroom has a single roll of TP and they give you a "care package" with a single garbage bag and a single extra roll of paper towels but beyond that there is no supplies of any kind in the home. No paper products, no hand sanitizer, no soap for the sinks in the bathroom, no condiments or sugar for coffee, etc. You must bring absolutely everything you need as it will not be supplied in this house.
If I could make one recommendation it would be just include everything in the price and give people the experience they expect from a "Luxury Bethany Beach House". They are coming to Bethany to relax - not to have to make multiple runs to the grocery store to get the supplies they need or be charged extra for normal conveniences..
I had a pleasant experience with the property management, they were very communicative and responding to my questions and emails on time. The house is located only a few steps away from the beach and the "downtown" area where they have bunch of shops. There also was a playground nearby. The house was very clean and well kept. It is very spacious, open and bright, made it look like it's bigger than it's actual size. Almost all bedrooms had it's own bathroom which was very convenient. Lots of balcony/outdoor space throughout the house was a bonus too. We had 4, 5 year olds and one 10 year old. Kids loved the place. We would definitely come back in the future.
We quite enjoyed our stay. Great location; very clean; well-appointed. Perfect for our extended family.
My only small quibble is that while VRBO generally accepts credit cards, the management company does not (unless you want to pay a service fee). When booking last-minute, it leaves one with few options to avoid paying the fee because live checks need to be received prior to the stay (which, given postal delays, didn’t happen in my case). Recommend the posting be more clear about the credit card fee up front.
We loved the proximity of the house to the downtown / boardwalk area and the beach. The size and layout of the house were perfect for our large family to spend time together and share meals and memories.
Nina D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2023
Thank you for your review!
We at 1st Choice Properties are happy you enjoyed your stay and created some fond memories !
We were looking for a pretty big place with bedrooms and wiggle room to spread out with extended family and this was the place. Large, separate spaces for everyone gave us just enough to room to retreat when necessary and the large shared spaces brought everyone together. 1.5 blocks from the beach, boardwalk, and downtown were perfect. Lots of parking too. The home was very well kept, clean, and up to date. Would definitely stay here again.
Matt L.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Terry O.
Jun 25, 2019
Modern clean. Spacious
All went well. One issue was address and corrected very promptly. Great location
The property is fantastic! Beautiful decorations and landscaping.The house is very well thought out for the beach and for families with children. There is a bathroom and fridge right when you walk in. Two outside showers. Nice grill. The main floor is very open and spacious. Table outside in screened in porch was perfect for little kids. Great location, only a few blocks from beach and downtown area. Enjoyed sitting on balcony porch and watching the racers of a 5K. Only issues - memorial day weekend was insanely crowded! Almost couldnt see the beach with the amount of people on it. Flys in house. Could not figure out how they were getting in as we constantly were double checking doors. First floor back doors kept being opened, not sure if this was wind, someone we didnt know, or doors not being shut but all adults were adamant that they shut the door and all kids were accounted for.
Krysta Z.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jane O.
Nov 12, 2018
Very nice house, it was a great place for our family.
We used the house as a time to be together with our family on the 2 year date after our son was killed. IT was a good place to do this. It is in a quiet part of town. The house is spacious, and has lots of room tho spread out. Over all it was great. The one bad point was the elevator jammed, but no one came to fix it. I have hip trouble so that made it less desirable. We found some dishes we put away that were dirty, and because of smaller children, we had toys that got under the furniture. There was lots of dirt under them. I would go back, just do some upfront cleaning.
Jane O.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2023
Dear Jane,
We are so happy to know you enjoyed your stay! Unfortunately the elevator company came out Monday to fix it and they stated everything worked fine. They stated it just needed time to reset after user error ( Elevators can be very sensitive ). We are sorry we couldn't fix the problem overnight however we do strive to have everything fixed in 24 hours of notice. We like all feedback to help for future renters and we hope it may help you in a future stay.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sam E.
Jun 5, 2018
Fabulous home conveniently located 1 block from beach and 2 blocks to town center. Fabulous kitchen
Fabulous floor plan w open kitchen living and dining. Perfect fo large groups. Many balconies for private space and many en suite baths nice for adults. Plenty of parking, 2 laundry areas xtra frig on entry level, 2 outdoor showers. Light on indoor games and only 3 or 4 beach chairs, minor issues for a great house.
Sam E.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2023
Thank you for your review! We always encourage feedback and are happy when renters have enjoyed their stay.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Holly B.
Nov 21, 2017
Incredibly Beautiful Bethany Beach Home.
This is our second stay at this beautiful, spacious, well-designed, open layout home. The decor is fabulous, the wide open kitchen makes for an incredible gathering place, and all of the porches (especially the screen-in porch) are phenomenal. We love it there! And will be back for sure!
Holly B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017
Archival
2/10 Terrible
APB ..
Nov 15, 2017
Bad Experience - Beautiful Home!
We rented this home October 2017 for our Girls Trip. The stay at this home was great. It's a beautiful home. However, unfortunately the day after we checked out I received an email with a picture from 1st Choice Properties stating that we had Stained the mattress on the floor underneath one of the bunk beds. I called and spoke with someone at the rental company to try and get this resolved. The person I spoke with was very nonchalant and not helpful at all. She informed me that she hadn't been over to see the property as of yet and was only letting me know about what the inspector and cleaning company told her. Well of course as a customer I was concerned based on the email she sent me and wanted to ensure we handled this immediately. (Which was not the case b/c of the rental company). THEY COULD NOT PROVIDE ME WITH A COST OF THE "SO-CALLED DAMAGES" UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE But did let me know that it would be taken out of our security deposit.
Well Thank GOD one of the ladies in our group had TAKEN PICTURES OF THE ENTIRE HOUSE UPON OUR ARRIVAL and GUESS WHAT .... THE STAINS WERE ALREADY THERE PRIOR TO OUR ARRIVAL. OUR GIRLS GROUP DID NOT CAUSE THE DAMAGES TO THE MATTRESS ON THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE BED. We sent the date & time stamped pictures to the rental agency showing that the stains were there upon our arrival. The owner did apologize for any inconvenience and told me that we would NOT BE CHARGED for ANY DAMAGES. Thank God we had those photos. However, they should have offered us a DISCOUNT for having a Stained Mattress there! We had also informed them that we had taken out Property Damage Protection Coverage just in case as we always do when we rent homes b/c mistakes can happen. However, this was not our case!
If the inspector & cleaning co. inspects the house this thoroughly AFTER EACH STAY .... then WHY DIDN'T they know about this stain before we arrived --- hummmmmm! Thank God we had date & time stamped photos as our proof!
We rent vacation homes at least 3 -4 times yearly and NEVER have had an issue like this. The home itself is very beautiful but the person/people working at the rental company was very unprofessional. We were considering renting this home again but this experience was not good. I still haven't heard back from the lady I originally emailed my Proof of Photos to and hence had to speak with the owner for resolution.
APB ..
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Carrie B.
Oct 31, 2017
Beautiful Home
This was a great house for a large family stay. Lots of space and very modern. Great access to the shops and beach. Would go back again for sure.
Carrie B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Chrissy P.
Oct 23, 2017
This was a beautiful home. There was plenty of space for all. Beautiful kitchen, very clean.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this home. Beautiful furnishings, gorgeous and functional kitchen, great location.
Chrissy P.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
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