Experience a tranquil beachfront retreat on the shores of the Delaware Bay.
This delightful waterfront cottage is available for rent throughout the year. You can enjoy picturesque beachfront water views from nearly every room in the house. The cottage is furnished luxuriously, creating a serene and relaxing environment that feels like your own private oasis. It is situated near Rehoboth Beach, DE, widely known for its boardwalk and numerous activities, events, outlet shopping malls, concert venues, and restaurants. We take immense pride in ensuring that your stay is perfect. We have a well-stocked kitchen and provide various beach toys, boogie boards, life jackets, paddle boards, chairs, and exceedingly comfortable furniture and beds with 1800 thread count sheets. The open floor plan, with a four-season sunroom, is the primary attraction of this cottage. It offers breathtaking water views and direct and quick access to the beach and the expansive Delaware Bay. You will fall in love with the sound of the waves breaking against the beautiful wide sandy beach, curling up with a great book, or just enjoying long naps on the Sunbrella swing at the top of the dune. While you are here, you can observe the thriving Purple Martin community in their five high-rise birdhouse condos that clearly love the beach, too, and will tell you all about it! From sunrise to sunset, you will be surrounded by beauty. Wake up to the aroma of coffee from our coffee bar, enjoy stunning sunrises over the water, the sound of seagulls, herons, and egrets dancing along the coastline, and perhaps even spot dolphins frolicking for breakfast. If you love long, relaxing walks, this is the perfect beachcomber's paradise with wide sandy beaches and shells - sometimes even sea glass. A large 30x12 stone patio provides ample room to enjoy the outdoors, cookout, or enjoy late-night conversation under the stars by the firepit. The indoors are stylishly decorated and comfortable. Enjoy meals together in the sunroom dining area that seats eight, play board games and puzzles with loved ones, or take long, dreamy naps on our lounge chairs with two full-length massagers that melt your stress away while the sound of the water lulls you to sleep. If you're looking for a vacation spot where you can easily work remotely, we've got you covered. Our accommodations include high-speed Wi-Fi and two fully equipped workstations. Each workstation has two large monitors, laptop stands, a mouse, a keyboard, and a webcam (available only in the loft). Our universal docking stations make it easy to connect all your devices without any hassle. Simply plug in, and you're good to go! This cottage is ideal for a quiet and peaceful spot on your own beach, unlike the busy crowds at the main beach attractions. Our cottage is located in Slaughter Beach, but it could be called Sanctuary Beach because of the nature reserve surrounding the area, featuring the world-renowned horseshoe crab migration and red knot arctic bird migration. We have even been known to have baby turtles on our patio. Whether planning the perfect vacation with family, a romantic getaway, a friend's get-together, shopping at the Tanger Outlets, or working remotely, nothing beats the sound and sights of sparkling water and birds to make your holiday or workday more enjoyable. Spend some time at Captains' Cottage - your perfect Delaware beach rental.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Milford
Located in Milford, this cottage is on the beach. Second Street Players - Riverfront Theatre and Live Cheap & Make Art Studios are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at South Rookery Golf Course and Rookery Golf Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Lewes Beach - 31 min drive - 41.5 km
Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk - 35 min drive - 46.1 km
Rehoboth Beach - 35 min drive - 46.1 km
Getting around
Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
Royal Farms - 13 min drive
Grotto Pizza - 13 min drive
River Lights Cafe - 13 min drive
Buffalo Wild Wings - 13 min drive
Dominos Pizza - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Experience a tranquil beachfront retreat on the shores of the Delaware Bay. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Experience a tranquil beachfront retreat on the shores of the Delaware Bay.?
As of 5 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Experience a tranquil beachfront retreat on the shores of the Delaware Bay. on 14 May 2026 start from £414, 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 at Experience a tranquil beachfront retreat on the shores of the Delaware Bay.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Experience a tranquil beachfront retreat on the shores of the Delaware Bay.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Experience a tranquil beachfront retreat on the shores of the Delaware Bay.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Experience a tranquil beachfront retreat on the shores of the Delaware Bay. located?
Nestled on the beach, this Milford cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge and Slaughter Beach. Prime Hook Beach and Reynolds Pond are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Wonderful host; excellent communicator. Immaculate and well decorated home. Fabulous access to beach. Great location for quiet getaway or extended stay with the advantage of close proximity of shopping and restaurant options.
Agree that this is a tranquil beachfront retreat! Great alternative to busy/crowded tourist beaches nearby. Our family of 5 (including teenagers) ALL agreed that we want to come back next year.
This was a fabulous home and location. Short walk straight to beach. All the amenities you could dream of having. No need to pack chairs or towels. Just bring yourself and enjoy the sun and surf!!!
Great location, fantastic views! It was wonderful to have a spring break with family, including grandparents and bonus was that we were allowed to bring our precious dog Shelby ..Patrick was very accommodating and the neighbors were lovely
The house was beautiful, clean, and equipped with everything we needed for a fabulous vacation. I wish our schedules would have allowed us to stay longer. This is the perfect place to be right on the beach in a private setting and close enough to drive to the boardwalk and more touristy areas. Perfect!
This place is fantastic and the hosts are great! Check-in and out was smooth and easy. There is not much better than being able to walk out of your house and walk straight to the beach. We enjoyed the water and sand; it was great for our kids to play in. Plus, seeing the Horseshoe Crabs was really interesting for them. The house is close enough to grocery stores, nature centers, minigolf, and really anything you could want! We made a day trip to Rehoboth Beach too and it was a very easy drive. This place was perfect for us.
This house was adorable and nicely furnished. We spent lots of time on the lovely enclosed porch outback. The area outback was perfect. Patrick was an amazing host. This house is a winner if you like the cottage feel and a tranquil environment.
This is a fantastic choice if you are looking for a peaceful retreat with a fabulous view! We stayed a full week and had a wonderful and relaxing time in spite of a bad storm that brought two days of wind and rain. Our hosts, Patrick and Angel, thought of everything! I am someone who likes to pack to be prepared for everything and I could have just packed my clothes and been done (well, don’t forget your toothbrush, lol)! Everything you think you might need is already there! We had games, puzzles, toiletries, a well stocked coffee/tea bar, a water cooler, outdoor amenities, and so much more! This was a much needed break and I am glad we chose this property!
Great property with a wonderful atmosphere. This place is so cool, you walk out and the beach is right there for your full enjoyment, walking, kayaking, seating by the water or the several seating areas in front of the house that are shaded by pine trees. The layout of the house was so convenient for us also, and everything we needed was on the main floor. Coffee and tea bar was great. Sunrises were amazing! We were lucky to have perfect weather during our stay, sunny and warm, but we would have also enjoyed if the weather had been less than perfect with all the amenities that are available. Our anniversary celebration was perfect!
We had a wonderful time during our stay at this beachside cottage. It was very clean, and very well set up for guests -- we had everything we needed for our visit, including a well stocked kitchen that made it easy to cook meals. The house is lovely and comfortable, and we absolutely loved the all-weather room with ocean views. The beach is just steps from the house, and there are lots of options for enjoying it, from beach chairs to kayaks. We were looking for a quiet, peaceful getaway, and we enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere very much. We brought our two small dogs, and it was a great setup for dog owners -- our pups had a lovely time. We look forward to coming back!
Jenn W.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2024
Thank you for your review, and for being such a great guest!
My husband and I along with my daughter thoroughly enjoyed staying at this property. It is mere steps to a quiet beach along which you can walk or simply sit in the ample seating provided by the owners. Technology and appliances all worked without fail - wifi, tv, ac, shower, toilet, dishwasher, stove, coffee machine. Rehoboth and Lewes are just a 20 minute drive away. Bed and seating are comfortable. And our dog loved the home. Neighbors were nice. Everything was clean. It is really a great place to stay. Hope we can do it again!
Laura Lee H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2024
Thank you for the great review and for being such amazing guests! See you again at Captains' Cottage!
So many thoughtful details in this peaceful waterside cottage. Charming yet modern, very clean, many comfortable gathering spaces. From the dining tables indoors and outdoors, to the best equipped kitchen, to sitting on the big swing and watching the purple martins flit in and out of their five houses, to the children's books about horseshoe crabs, everything was just so lovely. There is enough sand at the beach to sit or dig or walk, as well as beautiful rounded stones to collect at the water's edge. Totally worth waking up for every sunrise on the beach. (To swim, drive over to the oceanside). We'll be back.
Peaceful, quiet , beautiful beach stay right on the shore
This beach house was perfect and matched exactly what the listing stated - no surprises or disappointments! My husband and I booked this beach house for a last minute trip over Father’s Day weekend. My husband doesn’t like crowds so we were looking for a quiet setting, right on the water, with beautiful views. This place was perfect! The water was a little warmer since it was the Bay Area. We were close to the big ocean beaches with bigger waves and sandy beaches where we could visit for a short time and then retreat back to our peaceful beach cottage.
Patrick and Angel were wonderful hosts. They replied quickly, and their home was clean and well maintained. They provided kayaks, boogie boards, sand toys, beach towels, umbrellas, chairs, grill fire pit and more.
Some tips that made our stay enjoyable:
Bring some water shoes for walking along the pebbly beach.
Bring bug spray (with deet) to deter the horse flies.
We enjoyed every minute of our stay and will be back again as our children want to make it an annual destination.
As for the cottage, it was wonderful. The hosts provided everything you could think of: linens, towels, beach towels, toiletries, beach chairs, kayaks, coffee, etc. Our party consisted of six adults, two children, a nine and six year old, and a nine month old baby. We had plenty of room. Depending on the time of day, the mosquitoes/horseflies could be annoying. For the beach itself, it was conveniently close, right down a little path. I would say it’s more of a natural preserve beach. There’s definitely a good share of dead horseshoe crabs but we weren’t really bothered by them. If you are wanting a beach for swimming, then I don’t think this is the beach for you. It is definitely pebbly, you need flip flops, crocs or water shoes. It’s more for seashell/sea glass picking. On the suggestion in the hosts binder, we went to Cape Henlopen for a day of swimming and sunbathing. It didn’t disappoint either. Fluffy sand, nice ocean waves, a snack bar and a seagull or two looking for a handout. It ended up being a really nice, relaxing time with family.
Helen B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2024
Thanks Helen -we hope to see you again at Captains' Cottage!
About the host
Hosted by Patrick Walters
Languages:
English, Spanish
Premier Host
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