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Waterfront nature-lover's retreat on wildlife refuge in Prime Hook Beach

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10 av 10,
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3 sovrum3 badrumSovplats för 8185.8 kvm

Populära bekvämligheter

  • Utsikt mot stranden
  • Torktumlare
  • Tvättmaskin
  • Eldstad
  • Grill
  • Kök

Utforska området

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9126 Shore Dr, Milford, DE, 19963
  • Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪1 min till fots‬
  • Prime Hook Beach
    ‪3 min till fots‬
  • Broadkill Beach Beaches
    ‪8 min med bil‬
  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County)
    ‪33 min med bil‬

Rum och sängar

3 sovrum (sovplats för 8)

Sovrum 1

1 kingsize-säng

Sovrum 2

1 kingsize-säng

Sovrum 3

1 dubbelsäng, 1 enkelsäng och 1 futon (enkel)

3 badrum

Badrum 1

Handdukar tillhandahålles · Toalett · Endast dusch · Hårtork

Badrum 2

Handdukar tillhandahålles · Toalett · Endast dusch

Badrum 3

Handdukar tillhandahålles · Badkar eller dusch · Toalett

Ytterligare utrymmen

Däck eller uteplats
Terrass eller lanai
Kök
Separat middagsplats
Matplats

Om boendet

Waterfront nature-lover's retreat on wildlife refuge in Prime Hook Beach

Welcome to The Shorebird, a peaceful get-away in Prime Hook Beach, Delaware. Fully renovated in 2023, our all season home overlooks the Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge and sits across the street from the private and quiet Delaware Bay beach. Close to the popular Delaware beaches, Cape Henlopen State Park, restaurants, shopping and action for the kids but tucked away from the traffic and crowds.

We’re you're kind of place if you enjoy:
-Being off the beaten path: we're just a small community of homes along the bay and the refuge.
-Sunrise-watching, surf fishing, kayaking and paddle boarding across the street.
-Spreading out or walking the long, natural/uncombed beach while sharing it with horseshoe crabs, shorebirds and treasures that change with the seasons.
-Watching migratory birds and sunsets over the refuge water from the comfort of our huge windows or back porch.
-Catching crabs or fish off the bridge and cooking them for dinner.
-Kayaking, fresh water fishing and birdwatching from the many close-by trails.
-Taking the bikes for a spin through the refuge and neighboring farmland.
-Heading out to the close-by historic towns of Milton and Lewes for great restaurants, antiquing and shows.
-Ending the night with drinks and a fire on the beach.
-Staying in and cozying up to the gas fireplace while stargazing out the picture window.

We strive to have a clean and organized home so that your stay is comfortable. Our guests love the many amenities we provide so that you don't have to pack them: quality sheets & towels, plenty of blankets and pillows and a well stocked kitchen. For the beach we have a kayak & paddle board, 8 chairs, an umbrella & tent and lots of toys. We also have bikes for the whole family, plenty of books, puzzles & games (even an air hockey and mini ping pong table). Come to relax and explore!

Fastighetsförvaltaren

Julie and Donovan

Språk

Engelska
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Husregler

Incheckning efter 15.00
Lägsta ålder för att hyra: 25 år
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Barn tillåts: 0–17 år
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Rökning tillåten

Rökning förbjuden
It is unlawful to enter the Refuge for any reason. Please respect signs along roads, trails and our property. Watch for wildlife crossing roads.
Please DO NOT flush anything other than human waste and toilet paper in toilets or septic system could back up. No garbage disposal for this reason.
Because we are a migratory stop for birds, Prime Hook aims to stay as dark as possible. Please use outdoor lights sparingly and turn off before bed.

Viktig information

Att hålla koll på

Detta boende drivs av en privat värd (någon som inte agerar inom sin företagsverksamhet eller sitt yrke). EU:s konsumentlagar, inklusive ångerrätten, gäller inte för din bokning. Din bokning omfattas av den privata värdens avbokningspolicy.
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På detta boende finns bland annat följande säkerhetsdetaljer: brandsläckare, förbandslåda och instickslås.

Om området

Milford

Denna semesterbostad ligger vid vattnet i Milford. Den som är ute efter någon aktivitet kan kolla in Cape May - Lewes Ferry, och alla kan uppskatta den vackra naturen kring Cape Henlopen State Park och Lewes Beach. Har du barn med dig på resan? Då kan det vara läge att besöka Midway Speedway och Lightship Overfalls. Kolla in områdets djurliv med aktiviteter som naturpromenader och fågelskådning.
Karta
Milford, DE

I närheten

  • Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge - 1 min till fots - 0.0 km
  • Prime Hook Beach - 3 min till fots - 0.3 km
  • Broadkill Beach Beaches - 8 min med bil - 5.9 km
  • Lewes Beach - 32 min med bil - 30.9 km
  • Cape May - Lewes Ferry - 34 min med bil - 35.1 km

Ta sig runt

  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 28 min med bil

Restauranger

  • ‪The Backyard - ‬15 min med bil
  • ‪Po' Boys Creole Restaurant - ‬15 min med bil
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min med bil
  • ‪Beaches Seafood of Milton - ‬15 min med bil
  • ‪Wings To Go - ‬15 min med bil

Vanliga frågor och svar

Är Waterfront nature-lover's retreat on wildlife refuge in Prime Hook Beach husdjursvänligt?

Nej, husdjur är inte tillåtna på boendet.

Vilka är incheckningstiderna för Waterfront nature-lover's retreat on wildlife refuge in Prime Hook Beach?

Incheckning börjar 15.00.

Vilken utcheckningstid gäller för Waterfront nature-lover's retreat on wildlife refuge in Prime Hook Beach?

Utcheckning sker senast klockan 10.00.

Var ligger Waterfront nature-lover's retreat on wildlife refuge in Prime Hook Beach?

Detta familjevänliga semesterboende vid vattnet i Milford ligger nära Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge och Prime Hook Beach. Slaughter Beach och Milton Memorial Park ligger också mindre än 15 km härifrån.

Recensioner

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10/10

Renlighet

10/10

Incheckning

10/10

Kommunikation

10/10

Läge

10/10

Annonsens riktighet

Recensioner

10/10 Fantastiskt

Christine C.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Beautiful location

The house and surroundings are incredible. We enjoyed sitting on the porch watching the birds and from the living room windows. The rooms are large and the owners provide everything you need and more. Very clean! This house borders the National Wildlife Refuge and the views are stunning. We were able to kayak in the Refuge area. The staff at the visitors center were very helpful. It is quiet and peaceful and a short drive to Dewey and Rehoboth. We highly recommend this location for a stay in the Delaware Bay area. Our rating would be a 10!
Bodde här 3 nätter i maj 2025

10/10 Fantastiskt

Christina R.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Great weekend

My husband and I had a wonderful, relaxing stay at this very comfortable and charming house. The views of the nature sanctuary are beautiful. Its a very short walk to the beach. Its a wonderfully untouched natural beach. The owners are very kind and went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable. We'll be back. warmwr.littlehaeveveverythiout
Bodde här 2 nätter i mars 2025

10/10 Fantastiskt

Katie B.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Amazing!

Can’t say enough about this wonderful vacation home. The house is incredibly clean, comfortable, and beautifully decorated, the location is amazing. House is very well stocked with everything a family might need, bedding is fresh and new and comfy. Views of the nature preserve are stunning, and the calm and quiet private beach is only steps from the door. We were over there multiple times a day, for beachcombing and walks (April weather was lovely but too chilly for swimming). A quiet location and easy to get to the busier beaches and towns nearby, we did lots of exploring around the area. It was a perfect fit for our family of five. Julie the host was fantastic - very communicative, shared lots of details about the house and nearby amenities that helped make our stay even more enjoyable. Highly recommend. We hope to be back soon!
Bodde här 7 nätter i april 2025

10/10 Fantastiskt

Donald Y.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Fantastic House

Great place to stay.
Bodde här 2 nätter i november 2023

10/10 Fantastiskt

Nicholas M.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Amazing getaway

We had a great visit! Host answered all our questions about the area before we arrived and we're responsive to questions when we arrived. Checkin was seamless and everything was as shown in the listing. Kitchen was well equipped and we were able to cook a full thanksgiving meal without issue! This area is beautiful and we enjoyed beach walks and the wildlife refuge. If you want a quiet getaway with no crowds but lots of nature and great house this is the place!
Bodde här 3 nätter i november 2024

10/10 Fantastiskt

Jim K.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Our Stay on Delaware Bay

The house, the setting and the owners were special. Many good birding spots nearby. The owners recommendations as to restaurants all panned out.
Bodde här 30 nätter i maj 2024

10/10 Fantastiskt

Megan C.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Our new home away from home!

We had an incredible stay at The Shorebird! Everything has been completely renovated/updated and thoughtfully stocked with all the essentials—and then some. The house was spotless and beautifully maintained. We have never stayed in such a welcoming rental, it instantly felt like home away from home. The location was absolutely stunning, with a peaceful nature reserve right behind the home and large windows that let us take in the serene views and the small private beach just across the street. It was the perfect spot to relax and unwind. We especially loved watching the beautiful sunset over the water every night from the back porch, Julie & Donovan also went above and beyond with entertainment options—bikes to explore the neighborhood, a great selection of games and puzzles, and a record player we absolutely loved. They had something for everyone with their selection of records. It was the perfect addition to a relaxing stay and created such a cozy, nostalgic vibe.Our family had a blast escaping the hustle and bustle in this quiet, isolated island town, yet we still enjoyed the nearby shopping and local brewery, just a short drive away. We have never vacationed in Delaware before, but we can almost promise more visits in the future. Absolutely no complaints—this place exceeded our expectations in every way. We’ve found our new happy place and can’t wait to book again!
Bodde här 4 nätter i maj 2025

10/10 Fantastiskt

Joseph H.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Amazing Rental

This property was way more than expected. Lots of room, lots of amenities, and a location that was across the street from the beach and backed up to a wildlife refuge with wonderful views.
Bodde här 7 nätter i juli 2024

10/10 Fantastiskt

Tyler C.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Peaceful retreat

This house is perfect for a serene getaway. We came for a long weekend in November, so definitely the off season for a beach community. It was wonderful to sit on the back porch and not hear a single human sound, just the birds and the breeze rustling the marsh grasses. The house itself is sunny and clean and beautifully decorated. We especially loved the fireplace and the amazing kitchen. I'm already dreaming about coming back!
Bodde här 3 nätter i november 2024

10/10 Fantastiskt

Michal K.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

A great mini vacation

It was wonderful staying at the house. Everything you need, the homeowners provide. Stay at this home and you too will write fabulous comments!!!
Bodde här 2 nätter i mars 2024

10/10 Fantastiskt

Verifierad resenär

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Waterfront Nature Lovers Retreat

We’re so happy to have found such a wonderful place to stay. So very impressed with all that Julie & Donovan had to offer. They were readily available to answer any question & help along the way. Their place far exceeded our expectations. They had all the amenities of home and so much more. Gorgeous views & sunset !! Hope to return in the future
Bodde här 3 nätter i september 2024

10/10 Fantastiskt

Sean W.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Delaware Beach

Mid century decor meets beachy simple chic in a home that sits, and feels, bigger than it is. Great music on the record player and fun games to pass the time between gazing at wildlife and sunsets. Close enough to Rehoboth touristy fun, but plenty distant to feel secluded, too. Was a perfect ending to a week in DC.
Bodde här 2 nätter i april 2024

10/10 Fantastiskt

Johanna B.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Perfect House and Perfect Location

This was my second trip to Prime Hook Beach in September and my first stay at this property. The owners have thought of everything from kids' toys to kitchen implements to labels on the light switches. I love the real plants in the house, too. There are plenty of bikes and beach chairs. The bed is comfortable. The view of the wildlife refuge is stunning. I spent a great deal of time on the back porch. I've rented many houses and condos from VRBO, and this was the best.
Bodde här 5 nätter i september 2024

10/10 Fantastiskt

Beth P.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

A Beautifully Curated and Stylish Home

Julie and Donovan have put a lot of heart into making this lovely hide-away into a well organized home-away-from-home. With a well-stocked kitchen, a coffee bar, toys and games for the kiddos, beach supplies, a library for book lovers and even a turntable and some good-old fashioned records. Every morning, light poured into the magnificent windows and every evening we watched the sun set from the screen porch. Our stay was comfortable, quiet and restorative. You'll love this place. I recommend it, and these hosts, unconditionally.
Bodde här 7 nätter i augusti 2024

10/10 Fantastiskt

Jeanmarie M.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Beautiful home and location

Highly recommend this property! It’s a beautiful house, just as pictured, and the location is amazing! Perfect for a quiet, relaxing vacation but close enough to local attractions. If you’re a nature lover this is the place for you. Plenty of wildlife to enjoy and beautiful sunsets in the evening that you can view right from the living room or back porch. The owners provide nearly everything you might need and plenty of special touches that didn’t go unnoticed.
Bodde här 5 nätter i augusti 2023

10/10 Fantastiskt

Branda S.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Weekend getaway

We absolutely loved our stay. The place was exactly as advertised. They have really thought out what people would need; nothing was missing. It even had binoculars for the great bird watching from the living room. It was the perfect place to relax, catch up with friends, read and bird watch. Julie was amazing with communicating information and making sure all was good. We definitely would love to plan another trip.
Bodde här 4 nätter i februari 2024

10/10 Fantastiskt

Linda H.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Absolutely wonderful property!

This home is beautiful! The place was so peaceful. If you love nature as much as me, this is the place you want to be. The owners provided many needed amenities. It was wonderful being that close to nature, and close to beach. Also, there were many supplies for the beach which was great because there was no need to pack those items.
Bodde här 7 nätter i augusti 2023

10/10 Fantastiskt

Maynard M.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Delightful Beach Stay

Our stay with you exceeded our expectations. Our 18 year old said it was her favorite vacation AirB&B ever. The setting was intensely restorative and beautiful, full of some of nature’s best kept secrets. Who knew a wild life refuge could captivate, delight our souls and bring such renewal? But pairing it with a close ocean beach, long walks on the sand and many sweet hours in the delightfully decorated, ultra clean and extremely well appointed beach house, brought us a dream vacation. We want to come back!!!
Bodde här 5 nätter i april 2024

10/10 Fantastiskt

Verifierad resenär

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Deluxe Comfort in the Marshlands

A short winter stay at this wonderful retreat satisfied all of our needs. The house layout was extremely comfortable, with the large bay windows providing a glorious overview of the marshlands, eagles, and foxes. The decor was a lovely kickback to the 60s with special touches from the owners. The kitchen area was a Mecca for food and drink and as a hangout. Although we were there in winter, I would highly recommend this venue any time of year.
Bodde här 5 nätter i december 2023

10/10 Fantastiskt

Sam S.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Kitchen was stocked!

The communication with the host was easy and fast. The toys and pack and play made packing easier with 3 kids. The layout of the house and views all around were great. We love to cook and this kitchen was a dream and well stocked. The house was clean and plenty of room for a family of 5.
Bodde här 2 nätter i december 2023

10/10 Fantastiskt

Jessie S.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Exceptional beach home

The house is just as described and so much more - neat and orderly, beautifully decorated and well-appointed with quality linens, soaps, kitchenware, furnishings, etc. It definitely feels like a true home away from home. My children loved being in the house more than going to the beach! There were games, puzzles, books, indoor and outdoor toys for a range of ages, bath toys, and a record player with their favorite Raffi songs! Julie was a great communicator and a welcoming host. I wish all rental homes could provide such a pleasant and high quality experience! Thank you for sharing your lovely beach home with our family.
Bodde här 7 nätter i augusti 2024

10/10 Fantastiskt

Sheryl s.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Mother/Daughter weekend

We couldn't have asked for a better setting for our weekend. The area is peaceful and quiet, and only 30 minutes from Rehoboth and Lewes for more activity. The house is clean, extremely well stocked and beautifully layed out. Julie's amazing to deal with. She's prompt to reply and helpful with recommendations. We'll definitely be returning in the future.
Bodde här 3 nätter i september 2023

10/10 Fantastiskt

JAMES C.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

My new happy place

First - Prime Hook is an incredibly beautiful spot very quiet and natural. This lovingly cared for home backs to the nature preserve, and is across the street from the beach. There was one day when I saw the sunrise at the beach and the sunset from the screened in porch over the preserve. Second, the owners are lovely and responsive and have clearly put a lot of thought into everything and anything you might actually need. The kitchen has everything you might want if you bake or cook. There are a ton of games and beach items and plenty of nice blankets to snuggle into. Wonderful find. We will be back.
Bodde här 7 nätter i augusti 2024

10/10 Fantastiskt

Dane W.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Perfect in every way

This is one of those rare times where the house is actually better than the pictures (hard to believe, right?!) We had an incredible stay and can’t wait to book again. The house has absolutely everything you could ever need. It is beautifully decorated and feels like home from the moment you walk in. The views…. The views are unmatched- my husband and I spent every night on the screened in porch watching the sunset. Truly, a little slice of heaven. Julie and Donavon were a pleasure to communicate with.. our experience far exceeded our expectations.
Bodde här 7 nätter i juni 2024

10/10 Fantastiskt

Carrie S.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Perfect!

EVERYTHING was clean and so well organized. The home was equipped with ANYTHING and EVERYTHING you will need. There has been so much thought and care put into the home to make sure your stay is perfect. The layout of home and screened in porches are wonderful. The bed linens and towels were great quality. The home is beautifully decorated. Even the basement was well organized, clean, and great fun for our kids. The drive to the property is gorgeous and the private community is quiet and welcoming. 10 stars!
Bodde här 3 nätter i april 2024

Om värden

Julie and Donovan är värd

Värdens profilbild
As a little girl, my grandmother called me her shorebird. I fiercely loved exploring the beach from the time I was a small child, collecting shells, rocks and starfish in the early morning hours. She instilled a curiosity of nature in me, always eager to celebrate its abundant beauty and make friends with all creatures. She would have loved Prime Hook--it's is the perfect place to quietly beach-comb for treasures, observe the ever-changing migratory birds and drink in a colorful sky. Come settle in and explore at The Shorebird! ~Julie

Varför värden valde detta boende

Our property backs up to Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge, over 10,000 acres of protected land that is home to foxes, deer, rabbits and more than 200 species of migratory birds--all of which can be viewed while drinking your coffee. We created this home as a sanctuary of peace, welcoming all those who wish to create, explore and connect with themselves and each other.

Prime Hook Beach is a sleepy town--there are no stores or restaurants--meant for shore fishing, crabbing, trail walking, water sports and riding bikes. It is a private bay beach for homeowners and their guests (this includes renters), which is what makes it so quiet. The beach is maintained by residents, so it is a natural, uncombed shoreline. Every day is different, but be prepared to find spawning horseshoe crabs, seaweed, welks and driftwood. Watch the sun rise over the bay, go for a moonlit walk and make a bonfire on the beach to roast marshmallows. Visit the refuge's welcome center and explore their many trails--bring your own binoculars and canoe to launch. If staying put is more your speed, enjoy our kayak and paddle board in the Delaware Bay across the street or surf fish. Bring your own fishing/crabbing gear or visit Ted's tackle and bait shop only 10 minutes away. Catch your own crabs at the bridge into town--Old Bay and a crab pot await you in the kitchen!

Those interesting in larger, ocean waves and bike & kayak trails can head south to Cape Henlopen State Park. We are less than 10 minutes off the coastal highway connecting to many restaurants, golf courses, movies, go-kart race tracks, antiquing, waterparks, Tanger Outlets, Dogfishhead Brewery, the Cape May-Lewes Ferry and Delaware's Atlantic beaches such as Rehoboth where you'll find the boardwalk with rides.

Vad som gör detta boende unikt

We renovated the house in 2023, filling it with comfortable furnishings--nothing fancy or precious, but collected and cared for. We like comfy linens and a clean house (consider leaving the sand outside by leaving your shoes on the deck or by the door). A new washer and dryer were installed off the kitchen for your convenience. We like to cook and make coffee, so the kitchen well-equipped for you to make your own meals. The walls are decorated with vintage book plates and lithographs, bookshelves stocked and a record player with some fun vinyl finds! The garage features an arcade-size air hockey table, adult and kid bikes, a paddle board and kayak for the bay and beach toys/chairs (feel free to ask about specifics). Leave the bulky baby gear at home--we have a pack-n-play and a double stroller for use. Bring your own gear for fishing/crabbing/canoeing/water sports and store it in our large garage.

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Engelska