Perched oceanfront in Dewey Beach, 'A Fluke of Nature' offers an authentic beach experience where you can hear and see the waves crash from your veranda. Enjoy breezy screened porches on each floor, a fully-equipped kitchen with a Keurig machine and coffee maker, as well as an outdoor shower perfect for rinsing off after a day at the beach.
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Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathrooms111 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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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.
Oceanfront Sights and Sounds from the Porch and Veranda - Closest to the Beach!
During the summer months of June - September, we rent weekly from Saturday to Saturday. For the off- season, we rent a minimum of three nights to minimize the wear and tear on our home.
NOTE: We list only on VRBO/HomeAway.
'A Fluke of Nature' is one of the very few beach homes in our community from where you see AND hear the waves crash onto the surf -- all from our veranda.
This is a true oceanfront experience and we're reminded how spectacular it is each time we visit! We named this classic East Coast townhouse 'A Fluke of Nature' because of the unexpected whales swimming in front of our home on our very first weekend here. From our veranda, we also see dolphins swimming most mornings.
Our relaxing home has an open-concept living room, fully-equipped and well-appointed kitchen, spacious outdoor shower, and new beds for naps in the middle of the day.
To round out a terrific beachfront vacation, our home has: —Two breezy oceanfront screened porches, one on each floor to enjoy the sunrise with your morning coffee. Bring your favorite K-cups for the Keurig machine. There's also a coffee maker if you prefer to brew a fresh pot of your favorite coffee. —Beach cottage look and feel with open beamed ceilings, shiplap walls, and original wide plank wood floors throughout. New stove and dishwasher too. The home is light and airy. —A 2/3 bedroom option which means we have two (2) large bedrooms upstairs. The back bedroom can be further divided with a hanging folding divider into two (2) smaller bedrooms. This convertible option is what creates the third bedroom. You choose among the King bed in the primary bedroom, or the two Full-sized beds in the convertible back bedroom. (Please note: Our limit is 4 adults, and a total of 6 guests). —Full bath upstairs, a half-bath on first floor, and a hot water outdoor shower on the enclosed back deck with storage and a full sized washer and dryer. (The outdoor shower and W&D are in use for summer only). —Large 54-inch TV in the living room and two TVs upstairs. There is an Xfinity Flex box downstairs; ROKUs and DVD players are in bedrooms with each TV. (This means there is no live cable in our home.) Bring your sign-ins for Netflix, Apple+, AMC, Disney, YouTube TV, etc. —Bose sound system with Bluetooth for your Pandora and iTunes or for listening to local radio stations and CDs. —Our local Jolly Trolley stop is a 2-minute walk and you can walk/bike to downtown Rehoboth and Dewey for dining and ice cream. We are just south of Silver Lake, the least crowded and quietest area between Rehoboth and Dewey Beach. —Off-street parking for two (2) cars where you can leave them without worry. The lovely Fresh Market is five (5) minutes away by car and it has exceptional fresh-cooked meals and a huge selection of gourmet grocery items. With Fresh Market, you don’t have to deal with Route 1 traffic near the outlets for groceries the entire time you’re at “A Fluke of Nature.”
Important information regarding our home: —Guests must provide their own linens and towels. Bring your pillowcases, fitted and flat sheets for 2 Full size beds, and a sheet set for one King size bed. Also bring your favorite bath and beach towels. We also recommend bringing your own pillows, throws, and blankets. —Guests provide their own beach chairs, umbrellas, and essentials like laundry detergent and personal toiletries. —There is no outside grill or BBQ allowed at our home. The structure is a traditional beach house made of wood including our decks and courtyard. If a grill is imperative for your beach week, this is probably not the right beach house for you. (And that’s okay!) —For summer, rates are weekly plus a cleaning fee, insurance policy, City of Dewey tax, and VRBO processing fee (which we do not control). During the summer months, this is a Saturday to Saturday rental. —This is a true no-smoking, no-pets, no Senior-week, no large-group property. Smoking is not allowed neither inside or outside. Please do not ask to bring pets. Dewey Beach does not allow pets on the beach between 10am - 5pm so that means your pet would need to stay inside our home all day, every day, and we have no grassy areas nearby. This is not the life we envision for furry family members. —Since we are not a hotel nor a full-time rental, we have the expectation that our guests will treat our home gently and with respect. —A fully executed Lease Agreement is required for all paid reservations 45 days prior to check-in; failure of tenant to sign lease or to fill out completely is cancellation and loss of rental payment by tenant. --Intentional misrepresentation of occupants (eg: number of adults vs. number of children) will result in automatic cancellation and/or immediate eviction. --We do not have marble countertops nor spa bathrooms. If that's important for an enjoyable beach vacation, our house is probably not for you. (And again, that's OK!)
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Oceanfront homes are where you experience the power of the sea and these vacations are memorable! We'll throw in one of our favorite bottles of wine for reading all the way to the end too - just let us know!
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car not required
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Outdoor shower
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible parking space
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No lift
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Smoke-free property
Note from host: This includes recreational drugs - sorry!
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Safe
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
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.
Rules
New or unrated guests must reply to host questions within 24 hours or face cancellation. Guests w under 4-star ratings may be reviewed and canceled.
Reservations and property access require completed Lease Agreement. Incomplete/unsigned Lease 45 days before arrival will be reason for cancellation.
Please do not take items belonging to the house with you. If you really like something, let me know, and I’ll share where to buy the item!
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
This includes recreational drugs - sorry!
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, a first aid kit 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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Rehoboth by the Sea, a neighbourhood in Rehoboth Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Cape Henlopen State Park and Dewey Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Cape May - Lewes Ferry.
Fifer Orchards Local-Fresh Market - Dewey Beach and East of Maui are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby. Visit our Rehoboth Beach travel guide
Is Oceanfront Sights and Sounds from the Porch and Veranda - Closest to the Beach! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Oceanfront Sights and Sounds from the Porch and Veranda - Closest to the Beach!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Oceanfront Sights and Sounds from the Porch and Veranda - Closest to the Beach!?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Oceanfront Sights and Sounds from the Porch and Veranda - Closest to the Beach!?
Checkout is at 9:30 AM.
Where is Oceanfront Sights and Sounds from the Porch and Veranda - Closest to the Beach! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Rehoboth by the Sea holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Dewey Beach and Rehoboth Beach. Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.
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Oceanfront Sights and Sounds from the Porch and Veranda - Closest to the Beach! Reviews
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We had a wonderful vacation. The house was perfect in size. The two of us loved the upstairs screened in porch. We spent most of our time there. We will definitely be going back to this house next year!
A fantastic location, charming home, and a week of sunny weather made our recent stay here wonderful. Marlo is a gracious and very responsive host. We look forward to returning!
The home is in an established community, close to both Dewey and Rehoboth and perfect for a relaxing week at the beach. It had all of the needed amenities and two wonderful screen porches to have coffee, dinner, or just read a book and relax.
We had a lovely fall weekend. Steps from the beach, minutes from Rehoboth. Everything super comfortable. Back porches perfect for a quiet afternoon of reading and listening to the waves.
Luv the beach access and sounds of the ocean waves!!!!
So happy my wife and I found this listing years ago on VRBO!! We return as often as possible. We especially like the Autumn at the beach but will visit anytime the timing works out : ) Not only close to the beach, but within walking distance to both Rehoboth and Dewey.
A Fluke of Nature is the perfect location! In addition to the beautiful ocean views on both floors, we were an easy walking distance from the Rehoboth boardwalk and Dewey dining and entertainment. When staying in, there was plenty of space for a family of 4 and we all enjoyed napping in the comfortable accommodations or outside on the screened-in decks. You can’t go wrong with this rental.
We have stayed in this beautiful beach cottage more than a few times...and wouldn't think of staying anywhere else. It's a well maintained (very clean) cottage stocked with all the essentials! And the ocean view from the upstairs porch is just what you want. AND I have to mention how comfortable the primary bedroom is-- great bed! The location is perfect -- close to Dewey's restaurants and not far from Rehoboth.
Was amazed how loud and lovely the crashing waves could be while staying at this home. We could hear them all through the house. Coffee on the porch while the sun rose was wonderful looking out at the water. Not a fancy place but clean and comfortable and the location was perfect!
The location is absolutely perfect. The condo is right on the beach which makes very easy travel back and forth..especially with children. The house has everything you need for a great beach stay, though don’t expect luxury. This is a house for people who want to be at the beach, not to stay in a fancy home away from home. The house is walking distance to restaurants in Dewey and Rehoboth, but still provides a very calm and relaxed beach experience - all of the commotion and crowds are also a walking away.
Our stay at A Fluke of Nature was just perfect. The home is everything you could need or want, cozy and warm. The screened in balcony in the master bedroom is one of my favorite places to be, to sit and look at the stars or the moonrise or the sunrise and see and listen to the ocean. The community is special. Can't wait to go back. Marlo is an incredible host.
This is our 4th season at Fluke of Nature and we’ve already booked our 5th for 2024. It’s the perfect combination of family fun and relaxation. The host couldn’t be nicer or easier to communicate with. Please just book and don’t think. Just don’t book my week. Thank you Marlo!
The beach house is a truly lovely place to spend some time in the summer. Wake up to the beautiful sunrIse. Take your coffee down to the water’s edge. Get ready for another wonderful day at the beach. Unlike Rehobeth, there’s plenty of room.
The house is tidy and cute. It has everything you might need. Marlo is friendly and helpful. We’ll be going back again. We highly recommend it.
This is the 2nd time we have stayed at this beautiful property. I love the view from the porches, the proximity to the beach. The kitchen is bright and well stocked. We had a great vacation here.