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Cozy Waterfront Cottage– Dog Friendly & Fully Stocked! Final Rental Year!

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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3 bedrooms, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Beach nearby, sun-loungers
Smart TV, DVD player, books, stereo
Terrace/patio
Cozy Waterfront Cottage– Dog Friendly & Fully Stocked! Final Rental Year! provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 689 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy Waterfront Cottage– Dog Friendly & Fully Stocked! Final Rental Year!

Experience Stunning Sunsets at Prime Hook Beach!

Escape the crowds and unwind at Prime Hook Beach, a hidden gem on the Delaware Bay just off Route 1. Conveniently located near Rehoboth and Lewes, this peaceful retreat offers a natural beach with gentle waves and a gradual slope—perfect for kids and dogs to swim safely. Spend your days searching for seashells, flipping horseshoe crabs, or simply relaxing by the water.

Our home backs onto a beautiful wildlife refuge, providing a serene backdrop for your stay, with sandy beach access just steps away across the quiet residential street.
Our home offers the perfect blend of comfort and coastal charm, featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and an open-concept floor plan with water views from every window. The sleeping arrangements include two bedrooms with queen sized beds and one bedroom with full over full bunk beds. The house sleeps 6 total.

The fully equipped kitchen includes a large fridge, gas stove, full dishwasher and a spacious toaster oven (fits a casserole dish or pizza). Please note: we do not have a full oven. We provide all pots, pans, dishes, and serving ware, along with a drip coffee maker and Keurig—plus coffee, creamer, and sugar to get you started! You may even fire up the gas grill on the side deck and enjoy a cookout!

Bring your furry friend—our home and the beach are dog-friendly! We kindly ask that you clean up after your pet and keep them on a leash when outside.

Thoughtfully Stocked for Your Convenience

We’ve taken care of the details, so you can relax! Your stay includes:
✔ All bed linens & bath towels
✔ Paper products & cleaning supplies
✔ Shampoo, conditioner, body wash & hair dryer
✔ Kitchen essentials & some beach gear (availability may vary)
✔ Baby items (pack ‘n play, high chair, bouncer, play mats & toys)

Need to stay connected? We offer WiFi in the main living areas, plus a WiFi extender for the back bedrooms.

Unwind on our large back deck with a new sectional, perfect for taking in the breathtaking sunsets. Or, sip your morning coffee in the front sunroom while watching the sunrise.

Come experience the peaceful beauty of Prime Hook Beach—you won’t want to leave!

IMPORTANT NOTICE
As of September 1st, 2026, we will no longer be renting out our beloved bayside retreat. Over the past 10 years, we've been incredibly fortunate to share our home with so many wonderful guests-families making memories, couples celebrating honeymoons, babies enjoying their first beach days, and even dogs experiencing their first (and sometimes last) adventures by the sea.
This was not an easy decision, but we remain committed to providing a five-star experience for every guest until our final rental day.
Thank you again for a decade of memories.
With gratitude,
Chris and Nick

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside only with proper disposal

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 960 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Includes pack n' play, high chair, baby jumper

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only with proper disposal

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Bayside Retreat With an Incredible View! Milford
3 Bedroom 2 Bath Home on bay With an Incredible View!
Bayside Retreat With an Incredible View! Private vacation home

About the area

Map
Milford, DE

What's nearby

  • Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Prime Hook Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Broadkill Beach Beaches - 12 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Slaughter Beach - 24 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Lewes Beach - 29 min drive - 33.1 km

Getting around

  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Po' Boys Creole Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪China Wok - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Backyard, Milton - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Fresh Connection - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Waterfront Cottage– Dog Friendly & Fully Stocked! Final Rental Year! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Cozy Waterfront Cottage– Dog Friendly & Fully Stocked! Final Rental Year!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Waterfront Cottage– Dog Friendly & Fully Stocked! Final Rental Year!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Waterfront Cottage– Dog Friendly & Fully Stocked! Final Rental Year! located?

This family-friendly Milford holiday home is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge and Prime Hook Beach. Milton Memorial Park and South Rookery Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Cozy Waterfront Cottage– Dog Friendly & Fully Stocked! Final Rental Year! Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 191 out of 206 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 206 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 206 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 206 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 206 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

Peaceful Retreat

We had a wonderful stay at this cottage. There are beautiful views of the national wildlife refuge, and sunsets over it, from the back deck. Then a one minute walk over to the beach for the sunrises over the bay. The owners were also very friendly and responsive to any questions or issues we had. We would definately love to rent this home again, when we take another vacation down to Deleware!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family loved our stay at this property! It was so nice to enjoy the beach without massive crowds. The location is surrounded with natural beauty and you're really *in* nature. The bay waves were very calm and not intimidating for our young kids. It was an easy drive over to Lewes when we wanted to get out/find some more stuff to do. Christine was a great host- very responsive and helpful. Thank you! We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry R.

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

Very nice house

Our stay, it was great
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

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

Great getaway

Very nice place and clean. Beautiful view and relaxing in the offseason with our pup and infant.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Raye G.

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

Cozy beach house

Wonderful and practical, this space was perfect for us. Nice open layout and great view of the wildlife refuge from 2 bedrooms; you can also see DE Bay from the front of the house. Beautiful sunsets, easy walk to the beach and very quiet this time of year (Dec).
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

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

Gorgeous View

My parents and I came to Delaware to visit my son at the Airforce Base. We enjoyed our stay! The sunsets from the deck were beautiful. The beach was a short walk right across the street. The sand is soft and full of treasures. The cattage was just as advertised. Fully stocked with everything you could need. They supply outdoor toys as well! We would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Freya G.

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

A Great Place for a Friends Reunion

The cottage was bright and comfortable, the kitchen well equipped, the view from the deck was beautiful. We were very happy there
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick R.

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

Nice view of bay

It was a very nice getaway with a beautiful view of the bay and a short walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Peaceful and serene

Very pleased overall and would consider staying again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

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

Christmas getaway

Our family spent 2 christmas's here after my father passed and we needed a new tradition. The layout is perfect for a small family. Everything is on one level. The views out the back - spectacular sunsets. Quick walk to the beach to see the snow geese and a brisk walk. We've had to move on to a larger home with more bedrooms, otherwise, we'd still be booking here. The host provides excellent amenities and a stocked pantry (helpful for quick stays) and linens. Host goes above and beyond - my mom left her iPod there one year and we asked them to keep a lookout for it...months later they found it and mailed it back to us.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

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

Great place!

Place was absolutely beautiful inside and out. Owners were very responsive. Would absolutely return!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth (Betsy) C.

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

Awesome place for family to gather

Thank you! We had a blast!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bruce&Karen C.

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

Beautiful sunsets

Great getaway with family. Loved the beach, the views and beautiful sunsets. The house was cozy and comfortable. Hope to come back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

Perfect for families!

Do not hesitate to book a stay here! We traveled without 4 kids (ages 5-12) and had a wonderful stay. The location is beautiful- the kids loved watching the birds on the back deck. We had the beach to ourselves (just a short walk across the street). It’s a quiet neighborhood without traffic so we felt comfortable with our kids walking back and forth to the beach alone. The house has everything you could possibly need. Our youngest enjoyed the toys and the older kids enjoyed the bunks and the games. Not having an oven was not an issue even with our large family. They have a large convection oven and we used the grill. The location can’t be beat for families- a quiet, safe beach but close enough to other activities if you get tired of the beach. We hope to visit again soon! Thank you to the hosts for sharing your home!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona A.

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

Perfect getaway spot

The house was even better than advertised. Perfect location with bay views and a beach across the street where my dog continued to live his best life. Short drive to stores, restaurants, and activities away from the beach but you could just bring all your supplies and stay at the house for the entire stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip C.

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

Great place for a getaway

Great place for a quick getaway or a long stay. The house had all the supplies we needed. The beds were comfortable and the place was very clean. We loved being so close to the nature preserve and the beach. It was quiet with the sounds of nature being the only noise. We will absolutely be going back
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane D.

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

Best DE beach experience

My family has been going to the DE beaches every year for 6 years now. We have been to various beaches and stayed in very nice VRBO properties. But everyone agrees that this is by far the best experience we have had! I would highly recommend this property to everyone, including families with young children or a romantic retreat for a couple.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mildred L.

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

Great location with spectacular views

My family, my fur baby and I had a wonderful and relaxing trip. The home is in a quiet neighborhood with access to a private beach. The beach was lovely and did not disappoint in any way. The views from the back deck were a sight to behold. The home had everything we needed, and the owner, Christine, was very responsive and helpful. The home was just as described and highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan B., Vermont

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

Beatiful ocean views one minute from the ocean

Exactly the unplugged vacation we needed. House was clean, well furnished, well stocked with basic supplies, and in an absolutely beautiful location just across the street from a private beach. Ocean was visible from the living room with great views of sunsets over the saltwater marsh behind the home. Relatively short drives to local hot spots and downtown areas.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline F.

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

Wild and Wonderful

We happened to stay at the beach house during a wind and flood advisory, and we still loved it. We can't wait to go back. It was a beautiful and peaceful off-season retreat. The beaches and wildlife sanctuary make this a particular spot for wildlife lovers, but beautiful restaurants are just a drive away. I appreciate that the owners have bikes and kayaks available and that our fur babies were welcome! This is a GEM!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

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

Very Comfortable Home!

Our first trip to Prime Hook in the Fall and first time renting this house. It was exactly as described online which is always a relief! Prime Hook is spectacular in the Fall. The house has beautiful views in the back over the Marsh and the Preserve. The stars were just spectacular at night. A bonus is that you also have a pretty good view of the Delaware Bay out the front especially off the little deck on side of house. It's very well appointed and decorated. Christine, the owner, is extremely responsive to any questions and issues. All in all a very good experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Peaceful retreat

This is an excellent home for a family getaway! I highly recommend it!! The surroundings are serene, with amazing views of nature in the wildlife refuge on one side and the bay on the other. We had everything we needed in this cozy, updated home. There were ample towels, kitchen and bathroom supplies, and cleaning and laundry supplies. Our family has 3 teenagers and we comfortably fit in the spacious bedrooms. They especially enjoyed using the new kayaks!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Perfect!

I was shocked how these owners really thought of everything. With taking two young children, they had plates, bowls, baby wash & anything I could’ve possibly needed. Bring binoculars for the back deck!! Absolutely stunning & the sunsets are perfection. There were so many toys for my children it helped so much on the rainy day. The host was so easy to interact with and checked in on us. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Jennifer W.

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

Comfortable but could use some tlc

Definitely felt like we were “borrowing” a friends beach house. Lots of Knick knacks and clutter. Good amount of games and toys about (need some storage help). Another couch or comfortable seating would be great. Kitchen could use decent pans, sharp knives, glasses and coffee mugs. Beautiful location, very peaceful with wonderful views.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Quiet and kind of Relaxing

The time my wife and I spent was well needed. We always go to Ocean City, MD and end up in a hotel. We wanted a change of pace and rented a home on or near the beach. Very easy to get to. We experienced a very quite area. It's very cozy and gives a good feel of relaxation. Cozy seating area to snuggle up and watch some movies. Not too far from shopping and dining was a plus. You can't control the weather. Cold, Rain & Wind. Because of the weather we never got to see the beach. The wind was a struggle. Spending time trying to keep the cover on the patio furniture kept me from trying to relax. The grill which we never got to use had to be moved back to it's regular location twice because the wind was so strong it blew it across the patio. Doing work around the house is what I was trying to get away from. No curtains on the front windows made privacy a factor. Very visible to see through the windows at night. I was uncomfortable to see people across the street leaning on their railing staring in our direction being able to see straight through the house to the kitchen. On a final note we would definitely visit this location again as long as curtains on the front windows are installed. We would try again more into the summer season. Hopefully the winds aren't as bad as they are in the spring.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023