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Bay access, boat slip, pool, sleeps 12, pet friendly and near the beach.

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Exterior
Exterior
Living area
Private kitchen
Boat slip available

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 122400 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Ocean View, DE
  • Place, James Farm Ecological Preserve
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Bethany Beach Beaches
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bethany Beach Boardwalk
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second master suite

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Powder Room

Toilet

Second Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Shared Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Bay access, boat slip, pool, sleeps 12, pet friendly and near the beach.

Bayfront Community Retreat w/ Boat Slip • Sleeps 12 • Pool • Pet-Friendly • Minutes to Bethany Beach

Spacious 4BR / 3.5BA coastal home in a quiet bayfront community—perfect for families and groups looking for space, water access, and easy beach days.

Why guests love this home:
- 🚤 Private boat slip access – rare for the area, bring your boat or rent one nearby
- 🏊 Community pool – perfect for kids after the beach
- 🐕 Pet-friendly – bring the whole family
- 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Sleeps up to 12 (8 adults + kids comfortably)
- 🌅 Relaxing coastal setting just minutes from Bethany Beach

The space:
- 4 large bedrooms + 3.5 baths
- Open-concept living area for group gatherings
- Fully equipped kitchen for family meals
- Outdoor space for relaxing after a day on the water

Location:
- Short drive to Bethany Beach & boardwalk
- Close to restaurants, groceries, and golf
- Quiet community—ideal for families vs crowded oceanfront zones

Perfect for:
- Multi-family vacations
- Boating & fishing trips
- Beach + bay combo getaways

Good to know:
- Peak summer rentals are weekly (Sat–Sat preferred)
- Pet fee applies
- Early booking recommended for June–August
- Boat slip available for a fee.

Boat trailers must be stored off site. Please provide boat insurance. Must follow all Community and HOA rules. Violations subject to fine. Feel free to bring your paddle board, kayak and fishing pole.

Note: The garage is not available for storage. Back patio is available to store paddle boards. Covered area in front of garage for bikes.

Owner/Manager access: Call, text or email with any concerns. No smoking please. Bed Linen service is provided with your stay. Please bring your own bath towels. All paper products and cleaning detergents will be provided.

Enjoy your stay. Thank you.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Must follow Sandy Cove HOA Rules and Regulations. Violations are subject to fines.

Important information

You need to know

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 near a water park and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocean City Beach and Maryland Beach. Nick's Mini Golf - Nick's Pirate Golf and DiscoverSea Shipwreck Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Ocean View, DE

What's nearby

  • James Farm Ecological Preserve - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Bethany Beach Beaches - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk - 25 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 37 min drive - 32.5 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 35 min drive
  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Farms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bethany Beach Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Eagles Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bay Forest Clubhouse - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kristina’s Kitchen - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Bay access, boat slip, pool, sleeps 12, pet friendly and near the beach. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Bay access, boat slip, pool, sleeps 12, pet friendly and near the beach. ?

As of 2 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay access, boat slip, pool, sleeps 12, pet friendly and near the beach. on 24 May, 2026 start from S$392, 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.

Is Bay access, boat slip, pool, sleeps 12, pet friendly and near the beach. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Bay access, boat slip, pool, sleeps 12, pet friendly and near the beach. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bay access, boat slip, pool, sleeps 12, pet friendly and near the beach. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bay access, boat slip, pool, sleeps 12, pet friendly and near the beach. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bay access, boat slip, pool, sleeps 12, pet friendly and near the beach. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from James Farm Ecological Preserve and within 3 miles (5 km) of The Salt Pond Golf Club and Bethany Beach Beaches. Bethany Beach Nature Center and Dickens Parlour Theatre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay for our two families. Thank you, Art! Great location and pretty views of the bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Convenient to Bethany Beach! Good for families with a dog. Very Clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caryn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful time at the Bay House. Great location! House was clean and a great size for our family! Lots of steps which was a bit challenging with a toddler!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron K.

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

Perfect trip

Great stat. Art is a wonderful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

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

Beach vacation

Arts property was clean, spacious and close to everything you could want to do. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Family vacation

Nice area, quite, enjoyed our vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean. Art responded to my questions via VRBO messenger app quickly. Check in was easy. A lot of steps so it would be difficult for people with mobility issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

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

perfect

Check in was super easy, it was peaceful. Close to Dewey and Bethany. Very comfortable, clean and large. Loved the view of the bay. The decks were very nice both front and back. Would love to stay again sometime. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Wonderful get away!

Our family had a wonderful time at Art's beautiful vacation home. Art was extremely accommodating and his property was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margherita G.

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

Family Vacation

Great place to stay with the family and our dog. So happy we were able to get a place that met all our criteria at the last minute.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

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

Beach vacation

Great week at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olga Y.

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

Great vacation spot!

Really enjoyed staying at Art’s place - clean house, had everything we needed, very nice dog friendly community, not far from the beach and a cute private area on the water as well. The photos do not do it justice. We would definitely visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Walter K.

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

Lovely, cozy place

Roomy and cozy place. 3 1/2 baths make it a very accomodating place when multi generations are there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lisa K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Quiet community

Quiet community, pet friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

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

Great week at the beach

My family had a wonderful stay here. The property was clean and exactly how it looks in the pictures. The small development was so lovely with the boats docked and small pier where my daughter caught her first fish! Art was prompt to reply when I had a question and we would definitely stay again next time in Bethany Beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Peaceful

Beautiful home, response feom owner promptly when emailed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stanley W.

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

Oceanview DE

Art is a great host
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wifi was out the majority of our stay. While it was a hardware issue that the owner did try to resolve, we had to fix it ourselves. The owner was very gracious about it, communicated about the issue promptly, and offered a late checkout as compensation. Excellent accommodations otherwise. The private beach is less a beach and more a few rocks.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Danielle M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bethany vacation

The place was fine. There were some issues and I will do my best to make sure moving forward to make sure the property has a property manager. We have always booked with Vacasa for our vacations and never had an issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

JOAN S.

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
The kitchen had all necessary utensils, and the deck was comfortable though the view was of the development town houses. Difficulty at beginning of our stay - had to contact host about getting 3rd floor bedroom electricity on (had to reset the breaker); remote for dining room TV was never found; took several tries to get on WiFi; had to hunt around to find soap for 3rd floor bathroom. There are 3 flights of stairs between entrance and bedrooms. Quite challenging for old knees.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margherita G.

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

Home away from home

My family of 5 plus our dog enjoyed the location and homey feel of our home. This was our 2nd summer here in this house and really enjoyed it. Just had 1 issue but reached out to Art and responded very quickly on how to fix it. Thanks again for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keisha J.

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

Great stay

Fantastic stay, I love that the owner was available throughout my stay. The only thing was the internet quality was not the best. However, everything else was so top notch that I had to give it a 5. The neighbors were also very friendly. I would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

HollyMike F.

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

A little something for everyone

My family absolutely loved our stay at Sunny Cove! The house is clean and comfortable. The bedrooms are all very spacious, 2 master bedrooms with bathrooms attached is perfect for 2 families staying together. The kitchen has everything you need for the week, dishes, pots, pans, utensils, even storage containers! The microwave, refrigerator, and oven work wonderfully and are very clean. There is a little beverage fridge next to the bar which was a plus! The dining table has plenty of seating as well. My morning coffee was very enjoyable on the patio looking at the bay. The patio furniture and cushions are all well kept. The laundry room is perfectly located on the first floor so your pool or beach towels can go directly into them after a long day by the water. The house is located in a perfect place and the community is very quiet and safe. They have a fishing dock and mini little beach to sit and enjoy. We spend many hours there while one kid fished and the other just wanted to play in the sand. If you are a kayak or canoe family this is a perfect spot for you as they have entey ways straight off the boating docks for you to use. Ocean beaches were a 10 to 20 minute drive depending on where you wanted to go for the day with Bethany Beach being the closest. The Towers beach was our family favorite! There is a grocery store about 2 miles away and a yummy restaurant with ice cream just 1 mile up the road that we enjoyed riding our bikes to.
A sitting area on the path to the fishing pier and mini beach
Deck view lookinh towards the pool and bay
Evening at the fishing pier
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

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

Wonderful trip

Terrific location & house. Exceeded expectations.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa G.

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

Nice property

This is a lovely property in a quiet area. We were looking for a rental with a pool and that allowed pets; this fit the bill. Close to several DE beaches; we even went to Ocean City, MD. House was very clean, too.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Art

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My family has vacationed at the Delaware shore over many generations. I have original photos of my great grandfather on Rehoboth Beach in 1919. We are so happy to share our home with you. I'm retired now and live between my home here and Playa Del Carmen Mexico. I love the beach life. Enjoy your stay.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with Sandy Cove the moment we drove into the community. We have vacationed for many years at the Delaware shore either in Bethany, Rehoboth, Dewey, or Lewes. We love it and happy to share our little getaway.

What makes this property unique

Sandy Cove makes you feel like you are at the beach because we are right on the bay with 180 degree water views from the community. We enjoy the close knit neighbors, the private beach, dock to fish or catch crabs. Easy access to our boat slip and to the pool with a wonderful view of the bay. All the homes remind me of being in Key West. We hope you enjoy your stay as much as we do.

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