🏖Sunset Gem, Waterfront Creek/Dock 🚣‍♀️ Beach Across Street 🦴Pet Friendly

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Gorgeous nightly sunsets to end your day

Welcome to the south end of Broadkill Beach!

Just another beautiful sunset over Prime Hook Wildlife Refuge

Stunning views from rear deck - enjoy nature all day and evening

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 82300 sq ft

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly
Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Milton, DE

Beach Plum Island Nature Preserve
‪2 min drive‬
Lewes Beach
‪28 min drive‬
Cape May - Lewes Ferry
‪30 min drive‬
Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County)
‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Gorgeous sunsets, private dock, beach just across the street and plenty of room for everyone!!! Nature lovers, fishing folks and sunset fans will love this Broadkill Beach retreat! Awesome views abound - front deck has bay views, rear deck features plenty of seating for those amazing sunsets over the wildlife refuge. Sunset deck in rear yard leads to a dock behind the house for kayakers, fishing and crabbing, or just sitting watching the creek go by with a good book. Beach access and bay just across the street for the best of both worlds. Upper level loft provides another living space to enjoy some quiet time -- complete with sofa, powder room, bedroom with queen bed, and adjacent kid's room with lego table. Great outdoor shower. Just minutes to quaint Milton with supermarket and dining, and Lewes/Rehoboth Beach with its fine dining, boardwalk and outlet shopping. House sleeps 8, but up to 10 guests allowed for extra fee. Bring your dogs up to 75 lbs with pet fee. Sheets and towels not provided - please bring your own along with your food/play items!

Property manager

Laurie Bronstein

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Dogs up to 75 lbs unless exception allowed.

Trash must be taken to street Thurs night for Fri morning pickup. Recycle is every other week - refer to schedule on fridge for exact dates.

Take any remaining trash with you. If trash cans not empty, you will be charged $100 from your credit card on file with Vrbo.

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

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Milton

Located in Milton, this holiday home is on a river. While the natural beauty of Cape Henlopen State Park and Lewes Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Cape May - Lewes Ferry. Midway Speedway and Lightship Overfalls are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Milton, DE

What's nearby

Beach Plum Island Nature Preserve - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
Broadkill Beach Beaches - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
Lewes Beach - 28 min drive - 28.6 km
Cape May - Lewes Ferry - 30 min drive - 32.7 km
Cape Henlopen Beach - 31 min drive - 33.4 km

Getting around

Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

‪Surf Bagel - ‬17 min drive
‪Big Oyster Brewery - ‬21 min drive
‪Lewes Diner - ‬21 min drive
‪Irish Eyes Pub & Restaurant - ‬24 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 🏖Sunset Gem, Waterfront Creek/Dock 🚣‍♀️ Beach Across Street 🦴Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at 🏖Sunset Gem, Waterfront Creek/Dock 🚣‍♀️ Beach Across Street 🦴Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🏖Sunset Gem, Waterfront Creek/Dock 🚣‍♀️ Beach Across Street 🦴Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 🏖Sunset Gem, Waterfront Creek/Dock 🚣‍♀️ Beach Across Street 🦴Pet Friendly located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is steps away from Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge and Prime Hook Beach. Beach Plum Island Nature Preserve and Broadkill Beach Beaches are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Charles T.

20 May, 2025

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

Beach Trip

Great location to bring the family and dogs. House was well maintained and owner was very attentive to our needs. Wonderfully relaxing vacation! Thank you!

Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

11 May, 2025

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

Lovely

Very well equipped place. Comfortable beds. Lovely view. Terrific!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

8 Oct, 2024

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

Great place at a great beach!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate D.

4 Sept, 2024

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

Sunsets and seaside reverence!

This is such a gorgeous, quiet spot to soak in serenity! We had the perfect stay and thank the hosts for a beautiful experience.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

20 Aug, 2024

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

Beautiful Property and Location!

The house was excellent and the beach was private and beautiful. We had one minor issue with the AC but Laurie was very quick to help us fix it. I would recommend this house and location to anyone looking for a beach getaway!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela F.

10 Jul, 2024

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

Great property and even better host!

Perfect location, spacious property, ocean views, canal out back with a big dock! Host is very responsive and helpful!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

5 Jun, 2024

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

Broadkill Beach

very nice house, perfect location, good fishing from the dock, kids loved it.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

30 Apr, 2024

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

Birthday Trip

The property was wonderful and the views were amazing! It was able to accommodate my 6 family members with plenty of space and the kitchen was fully stocked. We will definitely stay here again next year.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

3 Sept, 2024

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

Great house at Broadkill

We have stayed here before and like the house. The bathrooms and kitchen could use some updating, but it is a great place to spend time with friends and family. Laurie is a great host and great at communicating. She always makes herself available to answer questions.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

19 May, 2024

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

Spring trip

This is our 2nd time at this house. It is very comfortable with great views and easy access to the beach. The owner is great and easy to communicate with. We will be back.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

29 Aug, 2023

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

Beach vacation must

We loved staying here! The sunset from the back patio is legitimately second to none. House is in a great location with access to Broadkill Beach and Prime Hook. Highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

25 Jun, 2023

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

Relaxing

Lovely beach house for a perfect week down the beach!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Susan H.

21 Jul, 2024

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

40th Anniversary Trip

My husband and I and our two grown children and their spouses and two grandsons and two dogs had a fabulous time. Our oldest grandson, my husband and son and son-in-law went crabbing, and caught several crabs. Loved that the beach was steps from the rental and everyone loved Broadkill beach. Most days no one was there. Our 11 yr.old Lab loved swimming there too.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne S.

30 Jun, 2024

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

Relaxing week at the beach!

The house is located on Broadkill Beach. It felt like we had a private beach as there was no others near us for most of the week. The house comfortably fit our family of six and was well equipped. The host checked in on us several times. It was a 20-25 minute drive to Lewes or Rehoboth Beach if you wanted go out to eat or do some of the local activities (shopping, boardwalk, mini-golf).

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

10 Jun, 2023

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

Just like the pictures!

Everything was perfect! We loved being directly across from the beach and having the nature preserve in the back. The dock made it super easy for kayaking. The location is perfect for a little seclusion, with a short drive to Lewes, Rehoboth, and Milton. We will definitely be visiting again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle J.

2 Aug, 2023

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

Great Stay!

This was our second stay at this rental, everything was wonderful! The owner is very sweet and helpful. We took our dogs and they had a fun time at the beach :) The only downside is the biting flies…. Def bring bug spray! Overall, the place is comfortable and easily accommodated our group of adults, 2 seniors and 4 kids :) we will most definitely stay here again! Love this place!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

sharon y.

16 Jan, 2023

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

great getaway

Our first time visiting Broadkill beach. The house was lovely, well kept and well stocked. Amazing views of the wildlife refuge and sunsets. The house is spacious and we enjoyed the open kitchen and large table for meals and games. We hope to return in warmer weather and take advantage of all the outdoor spaces.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Z.

2 May, 2022

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

Excellent rental

This home is exactly as listed. It is clean, well laid out, nicely decorated, and is in a great location. We loved that it was right across the street from the beach. It also has gorgeous views off of the back porch overlooking the nature preserve. The sunsets are amazing and it is great for relaxing and bird watching. The owner was also an excellent host. We hope to stay here again in the future.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla W.

19 Aug, 2023

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

Lovely beach week

This is our second stay with 5 adults and 2 children. The house fits our family perfectly with plenty of space to spread out. The kitchen is well stocked and large for several people to be working at the same time. We love the back deck overlooking the canal, gorgeous sunsets and morning coffee. The beach entrance is down a bit further this year but still close and easy to go back and forth with kids. This is no reflection of the house or host but the biting flies were vicious a couple of days, still we persisted and made every day a beach day- just bring insect repellent! Loved our stay 😊

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B., Cumberland MD

18 May, 2023

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

5 nights in May

This house is very comfortable, clean, great location, and the owner is extremely easy to work with and interested in making sure you are okay. We received a call just after we arrived checking on us. Beds and furniture are comfortable, kitchen well stocked, Roku TV very nice. No complaints except that our 5 days went too quick. Lewes is an easy quick drive, Rehoboth just down the road a little farther. The rear view from the back deck is great and the beach a short few steps. If you like peace and quiet, Broadkill is the place.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

15 Jun, 2024

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

Breath Taking, Memory Making

We loved getting to spend the week together at this beautiful home. Many incredible memories made for my family. We caught a couple bushel of crabs from the dock. Hooked a few fish from the beach just a few steps away. Spent a few nights eith my nephew in funland riding rides. The beach was peaceful, with few others to share it with and we couldnt ask for better weather. The house is so comfortable and homey. From the second you walk through the door it was easy to rest, relax and just enjoy the beautiful setting. The nature preserve in the back yard was enjoyed every morning and evening. Not only did we get to share the great view, but it also led to great conversations that only happen in a place like this. What a great week! Thanks Laurie for your kindness! Also youre gonna be blown away by the sunsets! Overall

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

5 Jul, 2023

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

A great house and location

The house was as described. clean and plenty of room for our two families. We did cook in most nights and the kitchen was well stocked. The location was perfect. Loved being so close ( a two minute walk across the street ) to the bay beach. The bay beach was quiet and private. Rehobeth beach is a 35 minute drive and our family enjoyed having both options. Laurie, the owner, called to check in on our arrival day and was readily available via text to answer a few questions. Favorite part was sitting on the back deck in the morning with a cup of coffee and watching the birds. Our families also got lucky catching crabs off the back dock. A great week and we lucked out with the weather.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greta K., Minneapolis, MN

29 Apr, 2021

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

Very nice house

This is a lovely home and we enjoyed our stay here! The beds are comfortable and the kitchen is well stocked with pots, pans, utensils, etc. for cooking. We had a couple minor problems that the owners addressed for us right away. The only thing I would say to improve it would be a smoke detector on the second floor (I didn’t feel comfortable letting my kids sleep there in the kid room because there wasn’t one.) Also a desk somewhere in the house would have been great, there is plenty of space to add one for people working remotely.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

6/10 Okay

Katherine K.

17 Aug, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

It was fine…

Stayed for a week with my husband, newborn, and parents. The home is nice but clearly has seen wear as a rental property. Some things broken (screen door off the main bedroom, one of the shower doors) and coffee grounds left in the coffee machine. It seemed like a rushed cleaning job in between rentals. I also wouldn’t stay in a place that required linens again. One somewhat unexpected thing is that despite having 5 bedrooms and a lofted space, there is nothing that functions as a desk in the entire home. The only desk-height-level furniture is the main kitchen table, so I would not recommend if anyone in your party is planning to work remotely. Lastly a note on the area, not the property, the mosquitoes at night are vicious and there are biting flies on the beach, so it can be unpleasant outside at any time of day if there is not enough wind.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Susan P.

28 May, 2022

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

Disliked: Communication

Nice house on the beach

Great location. House is right across the street from the path to the beach. Nice access to the channel from the dock in back. Kitchen is well equipped and house is comfortably furnished. Sent a note when we arrived, one mid-week, and one when we moved out and never got any responses at all from the property manager. This is the first VRBO we have stayed in where we got zero response from the property manager. Also the trash and recycling were overflowing when we got there. Overall we really enjoyed our stay and would recommend Broadkill Beach for a quiet beach vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Laurie Bronstein

A Phila native, I discovered Broadkill Beach in 1995 and made it my permanent residence in 1998. I enjoy providing a space where guests can unwind and spend quality time with nature and each other.

Why they chose this property

Nature abounds here -- Beach just across the street -- stunning sunsets, and certainly bring your binoculars for great birding or just nature viewing of the 10,000 acre Prime Hook Wildlife Refuge right behind the house. Bring your kayak or canoe the house's private dock and take a paddle in Deep Hole Creek which leads to the Broadkill River. Or enjoy the beach with convenient beach access just across the street.

What makes this property unique

Awesome sunset views and dock in rear of the house so bring your kayaks, fishing poles, crab traps and beach toys! Great panoramic views of Prime Hook Wildlife Refuge from the rear deck, or views of the Delaware Bay just across the street. Nature lovers will be in heaven!