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Serene home on a pond - Bike to the beach! Beds made, bikes, game room

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Our loving gazebo with pond views
View from the loft - welcoming open floor plan
View from the loft - Family entertaining
Our pond view
Fun dinners on the deck with family and friends

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Ocean View, DE
  • Place, Bethany Beach Nature Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Bethany Beach Boardwalk
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Downstairs' guest - front room

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs' guest - glass room

1 Queen Bed

Master (downstairs)

1 King Bed

Upstairs's guest

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs' guest bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Outdoor shower

Shower only

Upstairs' guest bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Serene home on a pond - Bike to the beach! Beds made, bikes, game room

Welcome to "Playa Bella"!

Our home offers an open floor plan with cathedral ceilings, tall windows, and beautiful hardwood floors; an inviting gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, a dining area, and a living room for you to relax in front of the gas fireplace.

Right off the main living area, you will find a den/office where you can work peacefully or sink into the cozy recliners to watch your favorite shows on a smart TV.

The main floor also hosts a large and comfortable master suite with king-size bed and a gorgeous bathroom with Italian shower, and 2 guest rooms, each with a queen-size bed, that share a full bath with a shower/tub combo.

The 4th bedroom (queen-size bed) and a 3rd bathroom with shower/tub combo are located upstairs.

The spacious loft is set up as a comfortable family room with a large flat screen TV, using Fire Stick to access Netflix, Amazon, Pandora, and such (just don’t forget your passwords). A DVD player, books, and games are also available for your enjoyment.

The loft has room to add 2 inflatable mattresses for additional kids, should you need them (mattresses & bedding provided).

Powerful WiFi is available throughout the house.

There is also a full laundry room and a 2-car garage used as a game room with Foosball and a Ping-Pong tables. Feel free to use our bicycles to go to the community pool and tennis, local stores, downtown Bethany, the beach (beach chairs also provided), or just to take a fun bike ride and explore the area.

The outdoor shower is refreshing when you come back from the beach.

Enjoy balmy evenings in the screened-in gazebo overlooking the pond or eating al-fresco on the deck and patio (with dining table, lounge chairs, barbecue).

Please note the property is equipped with outdoor cameras for your protection.

Minimum renter's age:30

We will be delighted to host you!

(And if you have children, you might be interested in my other house (ID#2784584) at Millville By The Sea. Just a bit further but with a dedicated kids' domain and in a great resort with a huge pool with kids splash zone ;-))
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The house & it's surroundings are NOT childproof!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You will need to fill out/sign some mandatory paperwork for the Association prior check in. There is a $75 fee per lost fob / pool tag.
No outside services allowed (makeup/nail/hair, chef, personal trainer, etc.) without prior host authorization. Quiet hours: 10pm-8am
4 cars maximum allowed (2-3 in driveway + 1 directly in front of the house).

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Ocean View

Located in Ocean View, this holiday home is on a lake. Jolly Roger Amusement Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocean City Beach and Maryland Beach. Consider Seacrets for a night out or Nick's Mini Golf - Nick's Pirate Golf if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ocean View, DE

What's nearby

  • Bethany Beach Nature Center - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Bethany Beach Beaches - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 25 min drive - 25.4 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 31 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Farms - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wawa - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Kitchen at Bear Trap Dunes - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Birds Beer Garden - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bethany Diner - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Serene home on a pond - Bike to the beach! Beds made, bikes, game room have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Serene home on a pond - Bike to the beach! Beds made, bikes, game room pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Serene home on a pond - Bike to the beach! Beds made, bikes, game room?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Serene home on a pond - Bike to the beach! Beds made, bikes, game room?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene home on a pond - Bike to the beach! Beds made, bikes, game room?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Serene home on a pond - Bike to the beach! Beds made, bikes, game room located?

This family-friendly Ocean View holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Dickens Parlour Theatre, Bethany Beach Nature Center and Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club. The Salt Pond Golf Club and Bethany Beach Beaches are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a quiet neighborhood that was close to the beach. I made the comment several times that it didn't feel like a rental, it felt like home. The house was immaculate and nicely decorated. Not having to bring sheets and towels was an added bonus. The host checked in with us periodically and we didn't have any issues. Great family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at this home. Caroline was an amazing host who provided tons of information and was very responsive to our questions and needs. The house book was an amazing resource we found ourselves thumbing through daily! The house is wonderful and our teenage children all enjoyed their spaces and we loved the master suite. The only downside was the vacation went by too fast, we'd have loved more time. We loved capping off the trip with game night in the gazebo the last night. Thanks for a great experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim F.

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

Great place, excellent host

Exceed expectations in both the home and Caroline.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

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

Jessica

I was very pleased with the house and stayed in communication with the owner. She actually text me to make sure my family and I were ok and if we needed anything. I will definitely be going back. I never felt so comfortable as i did in her house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia J.

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

Amazing property

The house was just as pictured, well maintained and well stocked with everything we needed. We had an amazing family vacation. Beach was close, pool was great. Highly recommend for your stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

CHERIE D.

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

Quiet Getaway

We loved our stay. The community was private and friendly. Location was close to everything. Owner was super to work with! Would come back again!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

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

Perfect!

Playa Bella did not disappoint! Caroline, the host, was so nice and helpful to communicate with. I would stay here again if visiting the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debby M.

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

Beautiful and comfortable home

Lovely home in friendly neighborhood. Found Fenwick State Park less crowded and more enjoyable beach. Nice local restaurants and the house had a wonderful kitchen to make meals there. Pool in neighborhood very nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina C.

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

Playa Bella Stay

Very clean. Very roomy and accommodating for my family. Plenty of sleeping options and overall very pleased with the hospitality.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Beautiful property

Our family of 6 absolutely adored this property. Very clean and incredibly beautiful. The neighborhood was very quiet and friendly. Short walk to the pool which we enjoyed every day of our trip! Highly recommend renting here.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey B.

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

Great place, central to many beaches

We had a great stay at this property! The owner was fantastic and communicated with us easily, the place was beautiful and very clean, just as described. The location was great for visiting many nearby attractions and beaches. The house was close enough to bike to Bethany Beach, although we did not. Overall we loved our stay and would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evan A.

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

Stay here!

The house is very spacious and the screened-in gazebo affords lots of relaxing time with no fear of bugs.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

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

Staying at Playa Bella

We arrived early as the owner let us know it was ready. She welcomed us with lovely cards and treats. The home was lovely and very clean as described. Games, movies, bikes. Spa style bath products. Well equipped kitchen, open living area. I highly recommend this property. Very close to beach, boardwalk, restaurants. Charming trolley service. Highly recommend this for families, multi generation family friendly. Also, if you are coming from NJ you can board the Cape May ferry and relax for just over an hour and possibly see dolphins and 2 lighthouses.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara E.

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

Perfect House

Prior to our arrival I was a little suspicious that the house would be as good as the reviews said….it didn’t disappoint! After staying at many houses in many locations, this was probably the best house our group has ever rented. The hosts have thought of everything you might need and everything you didn’t think you would need. Linens, bath products, kitchen supplies, beach items, books, games, etc. are all provided. Communication with the host is easy and she seems to actually care if you have any issues during your stay- not that we had any. The house was clean and ready for our stay, quick to check in and easy check out. There were so many thoughtful details and I would definitely stay again or recommend to others. The only thing that could have been better was if it was walkable to the beach but we knew before renting that it was not so it’s not a deal breaker. If you’re on the fence, go for it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arturo B.

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

Terrific place

In all this years renting houses, this is the best host I have ever had. The house in immaculately clean, communication is excellent. the house is fully stocked with high quality cooking tools. Bath towels, linens, great beds. It's just nice not to have to buy oil or spices. If you don't mind a short drive to the beach or a 10 minute walk to the pool (with a toddler), you should get this place. Now, because this review is intended to help future guests let me point some things that might be helpful. The good, the hosts communication, the house is amazing, the couches, the beds, everything is really comfortable and easy to use. Things to keep in mind: The description does a good job at explaining it but just in case you need to know that the property isn't walking distance from the beach and that the roads around it have heavy traffic and it will be a bit of a challenge to ride a bike to the beach to be honest. The pool is a nice 10 minute walk from the house, we don't mind it, but you should be aware that is not super close if you plan to carry toys for the kids, etc, you might need to drive. It's a mixed income community, some beautiful houses and some apartments. We had people listening to loud music in a boom box in the pool. It is what it is and we might have had bad luck, but in general, there is a mixed crowd in the pool. The check out process is a bit longer than in other places. It took us 2 hrs by the time we were done with all the requests for check out.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Caroline Large

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This home was a long time dream finally realized! We love how peaceful it is, the pond views, biking to the beach, barbecuing and eating outside on the deck, reading in the gazebo or playing ping pong and Foosball with our friends or the kids.

I love being a host!!! Whether it's hosting my family/friends or my rental guests, it brings me so much joy to see them leave happy, having created new memories with their loved ones. So I strive to offer the best experience possible by providing all the comforts from home so you only need to bring your personal items and start relaxing!

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the house and its beautiful and tranquil surroundings, as well as the cute town of Bethany. It's more peaceful than the popular local beaches, and more family oriented. And there is so much to do... we enjoy biking around or walking on the beach, going to the pool or the beach depending on the mood, sailing or canoeing on either one of the bays, hosting friends, eating at the local restaurants and of course, outlet shopping!

What makes this property unique

We love biking to the beach and Bethany's boardwalk, so we share our bikes with you. You'll also enjoy ping pong and foosball tables, outdoor games, as well as the serene atmosphere.

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English, French, Spanish
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