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Whether you want a family getaway or a fun week with friends, these rentals are the perfect homebase for your trip to the Delaware beaches.
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With more and more homeowners renting out spaces with apps like Airbnb and Vrbo, it’s becoming increasingly easy to find a comfortable place to stay. With younger generations often preferring this type of vacationing to traditional hotels, business is booming for those with extra space to rent out or a second home on the coast.
Of course, a saturated market can also make it difficult to narrow down your search for a place to stay. Vrbo lists over 300 properties throughout coastal Delaware, so there’s a lot to filter through. We’ve done some of the hard work for you. Here are our picks for beach stays in Delaware.
A Walkable Cozy Cottage
The William F. Cottage is nestled between Rehoboth and Dewey beaches in a quiet and friendly neighborhood. Just a half-mile walk to the beach, this is an amazing location for a quiet, relaxing getaway or the perfect staycation.
A driveway in the front of the house has room for two cars, with limited street parking available. The interior is cozy, with one bedroom on the main floor and two upstairs.
With a detached screened-in porch, fenced-in backyard and charcoal grill, there’s plenty of opportunity for low-key outdoor evenings with loved ones. If your ideal vacation rental is one that encourages plenty of R&R, this cozy cottage is the perfect choice. Plus, with three bedrooms and four beds, it’s perfect for small groups or families looking for a relaxing getaway.
A Brand-New Four-Bedroom in Bethany
This listing is brand-new, which means it has lower introductory pricing for this season. The house is great for families and groups, with four bedrooms, five bathrooms, and multiple outdoor seating areas.
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Enjoy the restaurants and shopping along the Bethany Beach Boardwalk, less than half a mile away. The beach is easily walkable, but the owners provide a Bethany Beach parking permit for those who prefer to drive. Enjoy a spacious kitchen and gas barbecue grill, perfect for a night in after enjoying a day at the beach.
Because this is such a new listing, there are still plenty of prime weeks available for the 2023 season. If you’re planning a last-minute family trip, this vacation rental is the perfect opportunity to have a nice stay.
A Multi-Family Getaway on Fenwick Island’s Oceanfront
This luxury vacation rental on Fenwick Island’s oceanfront has two large oceanfront decks and an unbeatable view. Planning a multi-generational family beach vacation? This is the perfect house to rent for the week.
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The space in the four bedrooms is used to its full potential for a home that sleeps 13 people. The two primary master bedrooms feature amenities like an enclosed deck, seating areas, luxurious private bathrooms and more. Plus, the two other bedrooms each hold two sets of bunk beds, ideal for large families with children or large groups of friends.
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Love a home-cooked meal? The large, updated kitchen and sunny dining area are great for your morning eggs and coffee before you go hit the beach.
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This house is extremely walkable with plenty of enclosed parking. Restaurants like Nantucket’s and One Coastal are a short walk from the house, along with plenty of charming Fenwick Island shops and businesses.
A Classic South Rehoboth Beach House
A vacation rental just two blocks from sunny Rehoboth Beach? Yes, please! This lovely South Rehoboth home includes a living room, two dens, a spacious screened-in porch and five bedrooms.
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An updated and spacious kitchen makes dining in a breeze, and you can pick up the freshest seafood for a home-cooked meal. The screened-in porch is and ideal spot for after-dinner cocktails, games and family fun while you breathe in the ocean breeze. The driveway has room enough for two cars, and the owner provides renters with two Rehoboth Beach parking permits, so no need for a walk to enjoy the beach and boardwalk.
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