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Quaint and Loved Beach Home

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Living Room/Dining - new flooring!
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quaint and Loved Beach Home

LOCATION: Located on Evergreen Road (the road leading to the South Bethany Town Hall)

Joan's Ark is a quaint, affordable family beach house. This was our mother's home with the purpose of gathering her children and grandchildren together and holds many dear memories for all of us. Please note that this is a HOME; it is not owned by an investment or management company. It is simple, but well-equipped and maintains the essence of our mother. It is perfect for families and friends wanting to get away and enjoy the beach in a feel-at-home environment. It is located in Cat Hill in South Bethany and is close to Bethany Beach, Dewey Beach, Fenwick Island, and Ocean City. It is a little over a 5-minute walk to an expanded beach and provides the following for a perfect getaway:

· Short walk to beach from South Bethany's bay side
· An affordable rental fee that is lower than comparable rental homes that are within walking distance of the beach
· 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a bright, comfortable living area (*bring your own bed sheets, bath linens*)
· A well-equipped kitchen, perfect for communal meals (*bring your own kitchen linens*)
· A partial wraparound deck with a dining table and gas grill
· Plenty of parking
· An outdoor shower
· Located on the bay side, it provides easy access to view a network of canals and bird life to view on morning and evening strolls; one can also enjoy crabbing and fishing from the canals as well as renting stand up paddle (SUP) boards, kayaks or Hobie Cats nearby.
· Personal homey feel (this is not just a rental house; it's our home)
· Free WiFi
· Near a walking and bike path
· A short drive to a surfing beach and several state seashore parks
· Short drive to the shopping outlets in Rehoboth (no sales tax!)
· Located in South Bethany, one of the “Quiet Resorts”
· On a quiet day or night, you can hear the ocean sitting on our deck

CHECK THE CALENDAR FOR AVAILABILITY
· Weekly rentals are Friday to Friday
· Must have an on-site renter be at least 25 years or older
· During the high season we only do weekly rentals, but ask! *July is strictly weekly rentals from Friday to Friday.*

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Renter to bring own linens: bed linens & bath, kitchen, beach towels and beach equipment. 1 Queen, 1 Queen, 2 double bunkbed, Queen pullout sofa
Cleaning fee $200 additional. No refunds on any rentals except for MANDATORY Hurricane evacuation. No partial refunds.
Security Deposit refundable upon house inspection and House Rules followed as listed in book located at house. $10 per night per person beyond 8.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 291254vb
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
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Bethany Beach

Located in South Bethany, a neighbourhood in Bethany Beach, this holiday home is near a water park and by the sea. Jolly Roger Amusement Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocean City Beach and Maryland Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at The Freeman Stage at Bayside, or consider a night out at Seacrets. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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Bethany Beach, DE

What's nearby

  • Bethany Beach Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • beach near Sea Colony - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Fenwick Island Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Bethany Beach Bandstand - 3 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 25 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ocean 99 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bethany Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Quaint and Loved Beach Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Quaint and Loved Beach Home?

As of 12 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quaint and Loved Beach Home on 12 May, 2026 start from S$207, 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 Quaint and Loved Beach Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quaint and Loved Beach Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quaint and Loved Beach Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quaint and Loved Beach Home located?

Located in South Bethany, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Bethany Beach Beaches and Fenwick Island Beach. Bethany Beach Boardwalk and Chief Little Owl Totem Pole are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 69 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

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

Great house and awesome location!

Loved the house and how close it was to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grace B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! Big open kitchen and living room. Bathrooms and bedrooms were very clean. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Merry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific home with all amenities, close to the beach,and really appreciated the beach parking pass! What a lovely home, and host! We will be back again next eyear
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2025
Thanks so much Merry! We’re so happy you enjoyed your stay and look forward to your return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katia G.

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

Beach visit

What a great place in a lovely spot. Easy to get to the beach and in to the boardwalk - lively morning walk along the canals. The home is comfortable, well appointed and well maintained - an excellent place
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bob N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle Z.

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

Fun with grandkids

The houae was cute, perfect for what we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Nice place with convenient beach access

Loved our stay and hope to return. Well appointed home with everything one needs, an easy walk to the beach or quick drive to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Memorial Day weekend

We had a great chill beach weekend with our family of 5. The house was an easy walk and provided everything we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

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

Great beach cottage

Super clean, great South Bethany location, very nice neighbors. Good for family, party people head north to Dewey.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jun, 2023
Thank you! So happy you enjoyed your stay and I couldn’t agree more that party people should head to Dewey!
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jill W.

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

wonderful

wonderful location, perfect house.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie S.

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

Fantastic

Great house! Very comfortable and clean. Had everything we needed. Short walk to the beach and super responsive hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

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

Beautiful

Absolutely beautiful home, great communication with owners♡ highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith D.

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

Quick trip to the beach!

Super cute neighborhood, great for walking. Comfortable house. The swing on the ground level was fun. Enjoyable family bonding experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

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

Great place for a family.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. House is exactly as described in the listing...you can't ask for anything more than that. Great value compared to the other rental options in the area. Walk to the beach was easy and South Bethany is a great place for a family. We would definitely rent Sandpiper Pines again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loura N.

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

very enjoyable

We really enjoyed our stay! Nice and clean. A few things a bit outdated, but it was just fine for us and loved being so close to the beach! THANKS SO MUCH!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Lovely house

We had a great stay at this property. It was very close to the beach and not super crowded which was really nice. The house itself had all the accommodations we needed. Our kids loved the big swing under the porch. Communication with the owner was great. We will definitely consider staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greta F.

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

Family Vacation

What a great vacation. The location is perfect to get to the beach and close by to restaurants and shops. If you bring a bike you can get around easily. The house was clean and had all the amenities we needed! Any communication I had with the owners was quickly answered and they were great to work with. We will most likely book again!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn G.

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

Great girls weekend!

My siblings and mom enjoyed the homey feel of this house. We were able to relax and enjoy our time together in a quiet neighborhood with an easy walk and drive to the beach. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Thank you for the great review, Marilyn. As an FYI for the future, we plan to update the carpeting for next year’s rental season. It will really brighten the house even more!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

Clean, Warm and Inviting

We loved the open feel of the kitchen. We could move around without bumping into each other and there is enough space to store groceries. The living room also has a welcoming vibe and very comfortable furniture. Bedrooms are spacious, beds comfy, slept soundly!!😴 We enjoyed our stay immensely!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Racheal C.

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

Safe quiet neighborhood

The house met the details of the listing and had most of what we needed. Just a reminder that while the beds have blankets And pillows, they did not have sheets and there were no towels or wash cloths. Owners were responsive and helpful. Neighbors were great and the neighborhood was quiet. Close to the beach, 3 min drive or about 10ish walk.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Farid A.

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

Manager

Very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey W.

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

Very Enjoyable South Bethany Beach Stay at a Wonderful Home

This is a wonderful home located in a very quiet and convenient neighborhood in South Bethany Beach, and the walk to the beach is close enough that during our entire stay, we did not even utilize the provided South Bethany Beach parking pass, as we did not need it. South Bethany Beach is very clean and not crowded at all, which was very nice. The area is very scenic with many trees, birds and other wildlife. Walking near the water was peaceful and there is plenty of areas to walk that are shaded. The beds were comfortable and we had plenty of room for the 5 of us. Unlike many rentals that we have stayed in the past, you feel like you belong here and it reminds you of being in your own home in may aspects (a cozy warm relaxed feeling while you are there). We wished we could have stayed here longer than one week, as we all had a very nice time and the week passed very quickly by. We hope that we have the opportunity to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2025
Stacey, thank you so much for the lovely review! We are glad you all enjoyed your stay and hope you can visit again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

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

Amazing Stay

A group of us stayed in this home for a week and it was perfect. I want to stress that this is a home not a house. It has a very “home-feeling” to it, making it a perfect family or group get-away. The property manager was great, she was extremely communicative and answered any questions. This home is under neighborhood watch and on the same road as the police department, so there was never a question about safety. The road is also a nice quiet get away from Coastal Highway. Although not too far away, but still within walking distance to the beach. I would highly recommend this place to my friends and family, our stay was amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Shannon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

bethany

I enjoyed staying here; 2 things- advertised as walking to beach possible. That walk is quite a stretch including crossing a busy road, so walking to beach is a no. Second thing, we had car parking pass. It would have been helpful to know they were only applicable in South Bethany (I got a ticket in Bethany). It was very helpful for owner’s response to questions, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth F.

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

Well loved family beach home

Overall we had a nice stay. You can tell the house is a well loved family beach home. Pros: -The location is great with a short walk to the beach. -Price is really great for the area with most places being way more expensive in South Bethany -Well appointed kitchen with everything you could need for cooking including oil and spices -house was clean -Beds were comfortable -Kids loved the swing under the house Cons: -Only main complaint is that the house has a very damp feel. Which also I think leads to a bit of a dingy smell to the house. A dehumidifier would likely help a ton.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sarah O'Brien

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The house was originally purchased by our mother in 1993, I believe. When mom retired, she made South Bethany her spring through fall retirement home. She passed away in 2004 and left the home to my siblings and me so that we could keep the tradition of gathering the grandchildren together. We had been renting it to close friends and friends of friends and decided to give VRBO a whirl. We work hard to keep up the house maintenance ourselves. It is very well-equipped and homey. This house is very special to us and we hope VRBO renters find it as special a place as we do.

Why they chose this property

At the time mom bought the house, the Delaware shore was virtually 'unknown' and she liked the quiet nature it afforded. She wanted a place where all the grandkids could gather and play, and this beach is perfect for that. We love the proximity to the beach itself and that it feels like a private beach. The towns of South Bethany and Bethany Beach take such wonderful care of the dunes and the shore. The beach has fewer restrictions on what you are allowed to do, but still there is a definite dedication by the residents and renters to keeping it clean and safe. The canals near our home and the bay provide a wonderful place to take a walk and spot a variety of birds and wildlife. There’s a bike path that runs along the neighborhood—perfect for a walk, run, or bike ride either north to Dewey Beach or south to Ocean City.

What makes this property unique

We love taking walks along the beach and often get to enjoy watching dolphins frolic in the water during those walks. Since the house is such a short distance to the beach, it makes it easy to come and go throughout the day – great when you have young children or just want a quick bite to eat. We enjoy the quiet and friendly aspect of the neighborhood. Depending on your mood and activity level, there are so many activities available in the Bethany Beach area, from reading a book on the beach to bike riding to parasailing and even surfing. At night when it is quiet, we can sometimes hear the ocean. Bethany Beach is such a lovely, beautiful place that it will make your time away from home so very special.

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