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Stay Play Dewey - Ocean View TH - Perfect for 2 Families!!

Family-friendly holiday home in Dewey Beach with a water park

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Clear ocean views. Steps to the beach!
Roof top deck with panoramic views of Dewey Beach
Brand new decks on front and rear including screened in porch off kitchen
New Decks in 2023 - top to bottom
Remodeled, fully stocked kitchen with stainless steel appliances.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Dewey Beach, DE
  • Place, Dewey Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Indian Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dewey Beach Parasail
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 - LL Primary

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - UL Primary

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 - Lower Level

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4 - Upper Level

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 - UL Primary

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2 - UL Hallway

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3 - LL

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4 - Powder Room

Toilet

Outdoor Shower

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Stay Play Dewey - Ocean View TH - Perfect for 2 Families!!

Stay Play Dewey
Welcome to Emerald Shoals 5 - We love it here and hope you do as well... New kitchen in 2018, All bathrooms updated in 2019, Brand new decks in 2022!

*Please read full description PRIOR to booking - we know some of the info is boring but it is important info for you to know and we promise to keep it short*

In prime season (MDW to LDW) - our weekly rental is Sunday to Sunday.
For Mini weeks in the summer, we offer Sunday to Thursday and Thursday to Sunday with some limited exceptions. Flexible stays in the off season.

***PLEASE NOTE***: WE DO NOT provide Sheets/Pillowcases, Towels (Beach or Bath), paper and plastic products (toilet paper, paper towels, etc.), or hygiene products (soap, shampoo, etc.) but we do provide blankets and pillows, and we have beach chairs, boogie boards, and beach toys available for your use (as well as a pack n play for your little one)!
There are several local companies that provide sheet and linen rentals and we provide their contact information in our General Information Guide upon booking or upon request.

*PLEASE NOTE*: WE DO NOT rent to groups under the age of 25.

WE DO aim to provide an elevated guest experience with modern, updated properties and amenities, and responsive communication.

The good stuff!
Located in the south end of Dewey Beach at 17A Van Dyke St - Park your car upon arrival and you never have to drive again! The home is located on a quiet street and just a few steps away from the beach, the bay and the Rusty Rudder. This thoughtfully furnished 3 level END UNIT townhouse with two Primary Suites (king beds) is the perfect place for your relaxing beach vacation.

With 4 Bedrooms and 3.5 Baths and parking for 3 cars, this townhome is the perfect spot for one or two families (we even provide a pack n play and high chair). It is less than half-block to the beach - you don’t even have to cross a street plus we even provide beach chairs and toys so you don’t have to bring them with you! Had enough of the sand? Enjoy happy hour on the rooftop deck with views of both the Atlantic Ocean and Rehoboth Bay. Hungry? It’s a quick walk to any of Dewey’s restaurants – Nalu, Gary’s, Rusty Rudder, Lighthouse, Starboard, Dewey Beer Company, and more. A little tired? Then feel free to stay and cook in the well equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances or order in and relax on one of the 5 decks including a great screened in porch. Or just hop on the Jolly Trolley to Rehoboth.

Plus Dewey is a great family vacation town. Monday nights during the summer you will find movie night on the beach, a giant movie screen with a different movie playing each week. Bring your beach chairs and enjoy. Wednesday nights are family beach bonfire night, both on Dagsworthy Street.

+ Beach is less than ½ block away. Award winning, gorgeous and clean. No street to cross – very safe for kids. Much less crowded than Rehoboth or Ocean City beaches. Vendor right there rents beach chairs or umbrellas, and sells refreshments.
+ Rehoboth Bay is 1 block away. Fish, boat, rent a jetski, or learn to wind surf.
+ Many restaurants within 1 block walk (Rusty Rudder, Nalu etc). 5 minute walk gets you just about anywhere in Dewey.
+ Rehoboth restaurants and attractions are 5 minute ride. Jolly Trolley stops on our corner.
+ Want to get away from it all and see the beach in its natural state? Ride your bike just a mile south to Delaware Seashore State Park.
BEDROOM LAYOUT: 4 Bedrooms sleep 8
+ Ground floor bedroom/den: One Twin Bed & one Double Bed
+ Ground floor Master bedroom: King Bed, dresser, Plenty of extra room for a portable crib (provided).
+ 3rd floor master: King Bed, Flat Screen TV, Ocean view deck with seating. Plenty of extra room for a portable crib or air mattress.
+ 3rd floor bedroom: 2 Twin Beds, adjacent to third large deck with more seating.

AMENITIES: Dining room table that easily seats 8. Parking for 3 cars: 2 off-street plus 1 on-street parking permits included. Roof top deck with sweeping view of Atlantic Ocean and Rehoboth Bay. Outdoor shower. WiFi. Streaming TV with all the local channels, high chair, beach toys, beach wagon, beach chairs, fully stocked kitchen, washer / dryer.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children under 10 don't count towards occupancy.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
1 dog (No pit bulls) Contact for any exceptions
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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 and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dewey Beach

Located in Dewey Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Revelation Craft Brewing and Ryan's Mini Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Tanger Outlets and Tanger Rehoboth Beach Surfside. Travelling with kids? Consider Dewey Beach Parasail and John Waples Memorial Playground. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, windsurfing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Dewey Beach, DE

What's nearby

  • Dewey Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Indian Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dewey Beach Parasail - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bottle & Cork - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Delaware Seashore State Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Rusty Rudder - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Grotto Pizza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nalu Surf Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Dewey Post - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dewey Beach Country Club - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay Play Dewey - Ocean View TH - Perfect for 2 Families!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Stay Play Dewey - Ocean View TH - Perfect for 2 Families!!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stay Play Dewey - Ocean View TH - Perfect for 2 Families!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay Play Dewey - Ocean View TH - Perfect for 2 Families!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stay Play Dewey - Ocean View TH - Perfect for 2 Families!! located?

This family-friendly Dewey Beach holiday home is located by the sea, just steps away from Dewey Beach and Dewey Beach Parasail. John Waples Memorial Playground and Indian Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 198 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was so close to the beach and had everything we needed. Communication was great and close to restaurants and shopping
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property! Great location, everything needed you have in this property. Great communication throughout the process. We will be staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is perfect and the host was excellent in responding and making everything go smoothly
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Repeat customer, and just as happy (very) as last time. Comfortable, clean, up-to-date, with everything you could need and plenty of it. Relaxed vibe, and perfect location--beach half a block away, restaurants likewise. The hosts are non-intrusive but responsible, easy to communicate with, and leave good guidance around the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. Daniel the owner was very responsive to any questions that I had. A short walk to the beach not far for the boardwalk also a short walk to countless bars and restaurants but highly recommend anyone to stay at Daniel‘s house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property. Great location. Comfortable accommodations. Plenty of space for everyone. Well supplied kitchen. Very responsive owner. Looking forward to staying again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay and host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teddy W.

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

Great condo in a great location

Great condo with multiple outdoor areas and includes everything you need to have a great time at the beach. Hope to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey W.

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

Beautiful place to stay!!

Such a beautiful condo with so many great amenities! The place was spotless when we arrived and had enough room for our family of 6 adults & 4 kids. It is perfect location to the beach which made it easy to transport our beach stuff 4 kids. It is on a quieter street but steps away from all Dewey restaurants and attractions. The owners were great and always responded quickly! Would definitely love to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First time staying at this property, I hope it stays a rental for the rest of my life with these owners because I’ll rent it every year. The Property was everything they stated and more. The communication with the owners was excellent. This is the 5th property in the last 13 years in this area, and of the 5 this was by far the nicest. It is obvious from the communication alone the owners care more than any other I have dealt with, but once getting to the property they proved they care more because the place was clean, neat, had plenty of amenities, and everything worked well. Great appliances, great A/C, great WiFi, and all the little things you just appreciate when you see and use. It also very tastefully decorated and comfortable. As I stated earlier, I hope to continue to use this property from now on. My family had a wonderful time.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey K.

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

Fantastic Weekend!

Dan was very quick and responding and had a great property. The property was very nice, clean, and in a fantastic location. Looking forward to booking this property again next year! Fantastic hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

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

Great Beach Getaway

This host and house made taking little kids to the beach easy! The house was well-stocked with beach supplies and the porches had lots of outdoor spaces to relax at the house. 10/10 would stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Fantastic Place Fantastic Host

We had an amazing time and everything was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Everything as expected!! Wonderful communication with owner! Very accommodating!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel s.

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

Quick beach getaway

We had a great three night stay this summer. The location of this property was absolutely perfect. Very convenient distance to the beach with small children. The house was exactly as described. We were a group of 7, 4 adults and 3 kids. The bedroom layouts were excellent. There are a lot of great restaurants in walking distance. Although we did drive into Rehoboth for a dinner we didn’t need to because everything you’d want is right out your door. We look forward to staying again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

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

Holiday getaway

Stayed for a week for the holiday - comfy and close to the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leela R.

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

Beach Getaway

Had a fantastic stay! The property was clean, well-equipped, and exactly as described. Dan, the host was accessible when we had any questions or concerns. Would definitely recommend this beautiful house to anyone looking for a getaway. We certainly will be rebooking next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty J.

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

Wonderful location

We have stayed here twice and were thrilled with the location and place. Great for families.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay W.

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

Awesome!

This was the perfect property for us! We were in town for the Dewey Golden Jubilee so we were looking for a pet friendly property. We've stayed in quite a few pet friendly places - this was by far the cleanest! We loved the multiple balconies and made sure we took advantage of all of them throughout the weekend. The street was super quiet - we were able to sleep with the balcony doors open at night. Dan was super easy to work with and there were a lot of signs and instructions throughout the house that made check in and out easy. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

IGetKronic

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

Dogfish getaway

Every year my wife and I look to stay in dewey for a beer festival in Milton. The last 2 years we had to pleasure of staying at Dan's properties. He is incredibly responsive, understanding and his properties are always impressive. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kate H.

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

Great location

The house was perfect for two families and the location was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary E.

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

Great location and up to date.

Enjoyed our stay. Conveniently located close to the popular nightspots.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley K.

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

Great stay

Wonderful host (thank you Dan!). Great location, right by the beach access. Lots of space for family. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neal S.

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

Amazing rental

Amazing rental in a great location, clean and spacious. Our group loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

wendy s.

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

We loved the location and the porch was perfect

Great weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dan Spahr

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We got married in Dewey and fell it love with it! It is a great place to go out but also a great place for families.

Why they chose this property

It is the perfect place to share with another family! With two master bedrooms with king beds and two additional bedrooms for the kids on separate floors it couldn't be better.

What makes this property unique

Located at the southern end of Dewey, 17A Van Dyke is within walking distance to everything but located on a quiet street.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests