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Sea Colony, Bethany Beach, Oceanfront. Island House, renovated. Steps to beach!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 8 1100 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Bethany Beach, DE
- Bethany Beach Beaches2 min walk
- Bethany Beach Boardwalk18 min walk
- Fenwick Island Beach2 min drive
- Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)56 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Back bedroom
1 Single Bunk Bed
Front bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Living Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
Primary
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Hall Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Primary Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Sea Colony, Bethany Beach, Oceanfront. Island House, renovated. Steps to beach!
Completely renovated and continuously upgraded three bedroom, two bathroom condominium facing the ocean on the first floor in the Island House at Sea Colony. PERSONALLY MANAGED BY OWNER, NOT A MANAGEMENT COMPANY. This is a ground floor unit that is steps away from the beach through our patio doors-no waiting for the elevators! Unit is upgraded every winter to insure all appliances and furniture are in excellent working condition. Fully renovated and stocked kitchen with various size pots and pans, utensils including chef and paring knives, dishes for indoor and outdoor dining, wine and cocktail glassware, rice cooker, slow cooker, waffle maker, keurig and drip coffee maker, electric tea kettle, refrigerator with icemaker and filtered water, and full size electric stove and microwave. Flat screen, smart TVs in all rooms, available for login to your favorite streaming channels. Hard wood flooring throughout main rooms. Living room features a large sectional sofa with full-size pullout mattress, 60 inch TV and credenza with assorted games for kids and adults. Dining table seats six with additional seating for two at the serving counter. Island House is on the southern end of the Sea Colony collection of buildings resulting in very little foot traffic in the hallways or on the promenade. Very quiet!
Guests must provide sheets & towels. Rental linens are available from local providers. Please inquire for referrals. Comforters, extra blankets and pillows are provided in unit. All beds are extremely comfortable.
Primary bedroom has a king bed and adjoining master bath with shower/tub, generous counter space and cabinetry.
2nd (front) bedroom has a queen-sized bed, nightstands and closet. 3rd (back) bedroom furnished with a twin-over-double bunk bed, nightstands, reading chair and lamp, and closet. Hall bathroom has generously sized standing shower with rain head and hand held shower spray. Brand new stacked washer/dryer in hall closet.
Table, chairs and umbrella are provided for outdoor dining on patio. Beach chairs (8) and beach umbrella(s) are available to guests in the lockers underneath the building.
Elevators and stairs to the ground floor parking lot are steps away. Unit is equipped with a keyless entry system.
Sea Colony has installed a comprehensive smoke/CO monitoring system throughout the complex that communicates with local firefighting units in event of an incident. Sea Colony Security personnel are available 24/7, 365 days a year.
Sea Colony has 2 large gyms with cardio and weight equipment. Fitness classes are available at an additional per-class charge. All indoor pools/hot tubs are open year-round. Outdoor pools are open daily Memorial Day through Labor Day, and a few are open into the fall months.
Additional fees: Guests will need to pay an Activity fee to the Sea Colony resort which covers use of all recreational facilities and the private guarded beaches, scheduled activities, use of the tram and parking. This is a required resort fee paid directly to the resort at arrival and applies to all guests, ages 4 and older without exception. These fees are set by Sea Colony Recreation Association and homeowner is not responsible for fee collection or distribution of badges or parking passes.
2025-26 Weekly Activity/Parking Passes Prices
01/01/25-05/02/25 - $15
05/03/25-06/06/25 - $25
06/07/25-09/12/25 - $55
09/13/25-09/19/25 - $25
09/20/25-03/31/26 - $15
Weekly rentals ONLY from Memorial Day through Labor Day (7 nights, Saturday to Saturday). Rental/damages agreement required and will be sent to guest prior to taking possession of unit. Guest making this booking will be considered Primary Guest and must be on premises for the duration of the stay. Refundable damages deposit required. Cancellation policy as listed on VRBO.
Guests must provide sheets & towels. Rental linens are available from local providers. Please inquire for referrals. Comforters, extra blankets and pillows are provided in unit. All beds are extremely comfortable.
Primary bedroom has a king bed and adjoining master bath with shower/tub, generous counter space and cabinetry.
2nd (front) bedroom has a queen-sized bed, nightstands and closet. 3rd (back) bedroom furnished with a twin-over-double bunk bed, nightstands, reading chair and lamp, and closet. Hall bathroom has generously sized standing shower with rain head and hand held shower spray. Brand new stacked washer/dryer in hall closet.
Table, chairs and umbrella are provided for outdoor dining on patio. Beach chairs (8) and beach umbrella(s) are available to guests in the lockers underneath the building.
Elevators and stairs to the ground floor parking lot are steps away. Unit is equipped with a keyless entry system.
Sea Colony has installed a comprehensive smoke/CO monitoring system throughout the complex that communicates with local firefighting units in event of an incident. Sea Colony Security personnel are available 24/7, 365 days a year.
Sea Colony has 2 large gyms with cardio and weight equipment. Fitness classes are available at an additional per-class charge. All indoor pools/hot tubs are open year-round. Outdoor pools are open daily Memorial Day through Labor Day, and a few are open into the fall months.
Additional fees: Guests will need to pay an Activity fee to the Sea Colony resort which covers use of all recreational facilities and the private guarded beaches, scheduled activities, use of the tram and parking. This is a required resort fee paid directly to the resort at arrival and applies to all guests, ages 4 and older without exception. These fees are set by Sea Colony Recreation Association and homeowner is not responsible for fee collection or distribution of badges or parking passes.
2025-26 Weekly Activity/Parking Passes Prices
01/01/25-05/02/25 - $15
05/03/25-06/06/25 - $25
06/07/25-09/12/25 - $55
09/13/25-09/19/25 - $25
09/20/25-03/31/26 - $15
Weekly rentals ONLY from Memorial Day through Labor Day (7 nights, Saturday to Saturday). Rental/damages agreement required and will be sent to guest prior to taking possession of unit. Guest making this booking will be considered Primary Guest and must be on premises for the duration of the stay. Refundable damages deposit required. Cancellation policy as listed on VRBO.
Property manager
Mary Bollinger
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Languages
English
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Ground floor. Walkout to beach.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
NO PETS.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING OF ANY KIND-INCLUDES ELECTRONIC DEVICES
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please wash used dishes/cutlery and return where they were found. Remove your personal linens and towels. If linens were rented, please follow vendor’s instructions for return of rented items.
Please return beach chairs/umbrellas to garage locker. Place locker/patio door key on table in hallway.
Hope you had a wonderful time! Drive safely!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Bethany Beach
Located in Bethany Beach, this condo is in the city centre 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. Travelling 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Bethany Beach, DE
What's nearby
- Bethany Beach Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- Fenwick Island Beach - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
- Bethany Beach Nature Center - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
- The Salt Pond Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Mango's - 3 min drive
- McDonald's - 15 min walk
- Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive
- Bethany Diner - 5 min drive
- Bethany Boathouse - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
22 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cindy M.
22 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to stay!
Cindy M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Katherine S.
24 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Great Stay
Katherine S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nomeet V.
26 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach getaway!
Nomeet V.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer P.
18 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway
Jennifer P.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen K.
16 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Beach Trip
Karen K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cindy M.
1 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
Cindy M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen H.
18 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach getaway
Karen H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kim L.
17 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful beach getaway.
Kim L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer P.
26 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay
Jennifer P.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Hannah R.
11 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Hannah R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Meghan P.
21 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend in Bethany
Meghan P.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sue M.
27 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always perfect
Sue M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barbara R.
23 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully maintained first floor condo
Barbara R.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linda L.
9 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Beach Getaway
Linda L.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Cindy M.
8 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Cindy M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Courtney C.
17 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Trip
Courtney C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sue M.
29 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation
Sue M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen P., Falls Village
2 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
Kathleen P.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Karen B.
20 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Vacation Rental
Karen B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michele C.
12 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful unit.
Michele C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
John C.
24 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Spot!
John C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ryan S.
26 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Bethany Beach Spot in Sea Colony
Ryan S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Noah R.
29 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful beachside escape!
Noah R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ryan S.
23 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer 2024
Ryan S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
About the host
Hosted by Mary Bollinger

I grew up in the Philadelphia area and my husband Vince is from Northern Virginia. We met while working and studying in NYC. We have always loved the beach and spent many vacation weeks at various beaches up and down the East Coast and in California.
Why they chose this property
Visiting a friend at Sea Colony with my then grade school age children, I fell in love with Bethany Beach. The immaculate beach, the quiet town, the excellent restaurants and the oceanfront family environment provided by the Sea Colony complex all beckoned to me. When I told Vince I wanted to buy a condo that had just come on the market, he happily agreed. We completed a gut renovation to our condo that year and have spent many relaxing weeks in it, both during the summer and in the off season. We hope your family finds it as comfortable and beautiful as we do, and comes back to enjoy the summer pleasures that Bethany offers again and again.
What makes this property unique
We love the privacy of our unit. It is the last of the 9 Sea Colony buildings and far enough away from the center of the complex that there is a sense of privacy. Because we step directly from our unit onto the promenade, we rarely use the elevator and have easy access from the beach to our unit when we need a break from the sun. We are also steps away from the outdoor pool shared by Island and Harbor Houses and a few more minutes walk from the larger indoor/outdoor pools and fitness area in the Edgewater complex. Edgewater also has a small convenience store for those mornings when we run out of half-and-half for our coffee!
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