Elegant Victorian w/Carriage house on Canal
- house372 m²
- Sleeps: 12
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Separate Toilets: 1
- Min Stay: 7 nights
5 Brs; 3 Full Baths; 4 Queens 4 Twins; 1 Queen pullout, outdoor shower
Bedrooms
Main House 3
Main House 3rd Floor
Carriage House Upstairs
Master
Main House 2
4 bedrooms with one queen bed each (3 in the main house; 1 in the carriage house); the kids' aerie in the attic of the main house has 4 singles; 1 ground floor queen pullout in the carriage house
Amenities
Featured
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Pets Welcome
- Fireplace
- TV
- Satellite or cable
- Washer & Dryer
- Children Welcome
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Heater
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 3, Separate Toilets: 1
- Main HouseOutdoor Shower
- Main 2nd FlrToilet, Shower
- Master - 2nd FlrToilet, Shower
- Main 1st FlrToilet, Bath with shower
- Bathroom 5ToiletCarriage house first floor
- The master bedroom is en suite. The other second floor bathroom in the main house is shared. The downstairs bathroom in the main house is a full bath with a tub/shower. The outdoor shower has hot water. There is a half bathroom in the carriage house.
Safety features
- Smoke detector
- Fire extinguisher
- Exterior lighting
- Deadbolt lock
Location Type
- city centreHistoric Lewes
- near the sea
- town
- Water view
General
- Air conditioningTwo zone central air conditioning in the main house. Wall-through HVAC units upstairs and downstairs in the carriage house.
- HeatingTwo zone central heat in the main house. Wall-through HAVC upstairs and downstairs in the carriage house.
- Washing machineWasher and dryer are in the basement. Please empty the lint trap.
- Clothes dryerPlease empty the lint trap.
- Fireplace
- Parking
- fax
- Internet
- Wireless Internet
- Iron & board
- Hair dryer
- Kitchen roll
- Basic soaps
- Toilet roll
- Living Room
Kitchen
- DishwasherBosch dishwasher.
- FridgeSubzero refrigerator in the main house; mini fridge in the carriage house.
- HobElectric cook top.
- Oven
- MicrowaveExcellent, high powered microwave.
- Grill
- Coffee makerDrip and press coffee makers.
- ToasterToaster oven in the kitchen.
- Blender
- Ice maker
- Lobster pot
- Pantry itemsMany basic pantry items are in the cupboard. Please replace what you use if you finish it.
- Dishes & utensilsDishware for 16+; all cooking utensils you will need for crabs, lobster, pasta, steaks, etc.
- KitchenFully equipped kitchen! Propane bar-b-que grill in the back yard. Please replace the propane tank if you finish it off.
Dining
- Seating for 8 people
- Dining Room
- DiningFolding chairs supplement seating at the dining room table. Carriage house has a table that seats 6-8.
Entertainment
- TelevisionOne flat screen TV in the livingroom; one in the carriage house; and one on the third floor.
- Satellite/Cable TV
- StereoTwo surround sound systems, one in the living room and one in the carriage house. Remote speakers in the kitchen.
- DVD player
- Books
- GamesA variety of toys for tots, as well as some card and board games.
- Games for kids
- Music libraryBluetooth connector on the stereo in the living room.
- Toys
- Video library
Outside
- GardenRoses and roses and herbs and flowers and flowers.
- BalconyNot really a balcony, but we live on the front porch where we relax with friends and say hi to neighbors and visitors walking up and down Second Street.
- Kayak/canoeRentals are available nearby for use on the Rehobeth canal or in the ocean.
- BicyclesBicycle rentals are down the street on the way to town beach.
- BoatBoat rentals are available nearby.
- Deck chairs
- TerraceThe front porch is our favorite place to hang out and chat with friends and passers-by.
- Water Sports GearAvailable nearby in Lewes and in downtown Rehobeth and on Route 1.
- TennisPublic tennis courts are across the street at the back of the property.
- GolfSeveral public golf courses are within 15 minutes drive.
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessible
- Long-term renters welcome
Onsite Services
- Housekeeper optional
Notes
- 4 bedrooms with queen beds (1 in the Carriage House in back of the Main House) and 1 attic bedroom with 4 twins in the main house; 1 downstairs queen sleep sofa in the carriage house; 2 off street parking spots; great porch; patio; 2 TVs with satellite and surround sound; 1 TV on third floor; wifi; privacy fencing; outdoor gas grill; outdoor shower with hot water; full size washer & new dryer in basement; mini refrigerator and bar sink in carriage house; herb garden.Elderly and infirm are welcome, but there are stairs front and back and the main house bedrooms are on the second floor.We have allowed pets on a few occasions under special circumstances with an additional charge. Pets must be treated for fleas.
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 60 days before check-in.
Damage and Incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed
Pets allowed
No events
No smoking
Max guests: 12
Map
The house is located immediately adjacent to the downtown shopping and restaurant district with something for everyone - fine dining, clothes, antiques, art, fine crafts, toys, ice cream, wine and beer, two excellent coffee houses, furniture, housewares, beach supplies, post office, banks, and more - all within a few blocks. The gate in the backyard opens directly onto Front Street and the Canal, the new Canal Park, public tennis courts, and fishing and boating facilities. There is ample street parking in front of the house and two dedicated spaces in back. Walk to the town (bay) beach- perfect for young children or go to Cape Henlopen State Park ,a 5 minute drive and an easy 15 minute bicycle ride from the house. It is a truly fine National Seashore Park with a beautiful beach, concession stand, showers, bicycle and nature trails, a seashore education center for the kids, lifeguards, pier fishing, soccer fields and more. Lewes is a year-round destination!
Other Activities: Boardwalk, great restaurants, minigolf, shopping
Golf: Several nice golf courses are nearby (the closest is on Rte 1 North) and mini-golf on Rt1 1 South and in Rehoboth Beach.
Hosted by William Whitman or Sallie Davis
Ask a questionAbout William Whitman or Sallie Davis
We fell in love with this Victorian home in the center of Lewes historic district where we and our children could walk everywhere! Our growing family continues to love it and enjoy it year-round. We live near Washington, DC and are available by cell phone anytime.
William Whitman or Sallie Davis purchased this house in 2004
Why William Whitman or Sallie Davis chose Historic District
Located on one of the original house lots in Lewes, the older part of the house was built in the 1880's and then added on to around 1900. While the kitchens, baths and systems are modern, much of the original charm of the house has been preserved. We have many guests who return every year; people who come to get married in town or at the house; many guests with three generations; reunions; and other celebrations. The house is within four blocks of many great restaurants and bars, great shopping, the tennis courts, ball field, and public dock, the historic sites in town, churches, and City Hall, and just a short walk further to the boat yard, the town beach (by the Dairy Queen) and more. The Henlopen State Park beach is a 5 minute drive with great parking, a concession stand with changing rooms, hiking trails, historic exhibits and access for off-road vehicles. We have friends and neighbors in Lewes who help us care for the house when we're not there and something goes wrong.
What makes this house unique
The carriage house is like a second living room so your party can divide up as desired. Barbecues on warm nights in the very private back yard with the sliding doors open to the carriage house living area where there is music or tv are divine.
- Languages:
- english