Step into La Sauterelle, a charming beach cottage nestled at the end of a sandy lane in Dewey Beach. Enjoy quick trips to the beach, outdoor shower, and stroll to local restaurants and entertainment. Unwind on the rooftop deck with ocean breeze views or cozy up by the propane fireplace in season.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4111 sq m
Popular amenities
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.
Private Cottage Steps to the Beach-just four homes back from the dunes & ocean
I have named my beach cottage La Sauterelle – French for grasshopper – in honor of the copper grasshopper weather vane that has graced the top of my beach home for many years. The grasshopper is a symbol of good luck but I do not have them in the house! This single family cottage is at the end of one of the last sandy lanes in Dewey Beach. It is only 50 yards or so back from the sand dunes, beach and ocean at the end of the street. Perfect for quick trips back and forth from the beach for lunch, snacks, refreshments or naps for the little ones. Wonderful outdoor shower. No major highway to cross in this residential area. And you can easily stroll to all the restaurants and entertainment in Dewey. Or hop the Jolly Trolley on the corner for a quick fun open-air ride into Rehoboth Beach which is just one short mile up the road. This two-story, two-bedroom, 1.5 bath home is a classic cedar-shingled cottage. Tastefully furnished combined living and dining areas, fully equipped and modern kitchen, one bedroom (queen size bed) and one full bath on the ground floor With a full washer and dryer. A side entrance leads to a wonderful outdoor shower and a weber propane gas grill. The circular staircase takes you to the loft bedroom (king size bed) on the second floor with an adjoining half bath. An entrance off the second floor leads you to a dramatic rooftop deck with upholstered patio furniture, table and umbrella. Perfect for enjoying the ocean breeze, sunset and evening cocktails. This well-maintained home features warm pine paneling throughout, tongue and groove wood ceilings, vaulted ceiling in the dining/kitchen area with skylights, gleaming hardwood floors in the living areas and in the cozy loft bedroom. The living room features ample upscale seating with one full size sofa and one love seat, Custom plantation shutters and two French doors And a propane fireplace for use during the months of September and October only. There is a small deck/stoop on the front with one dedicated parking spot on the side The home has cable TV, wifi, stereo, baseboard heating and AC. Occupancy limited to four. I invite you to view a video tour of my home. Thanks so much for considering La Sauterelle for your beach vacation. Hope to see you in Dewey Beach. Small pets are allowed for an additional fee and upon pre-approval by the owner. Rents by the week in season, Saturday-to-Saturday. Shorter stays based on availability, contact owner. Cottage Amenities • Patio door entry into the living area. • Two upscale leather sofas in the living room – one full and one loveseat. Ample seating. • Cable HDTV, DVD, stereo and Internet Wifi. • Three TVs – one in the living room, and one in each bedroom. • Kitchen/dining room is furnished with a big dining table and has all the equipment you might need, including a dishwasher, large fridge/freezer, oven, microwave, gas stove, and enough cutlery, utensils, plates, pots and pans for a small gathering. Coffee-maker, blender and all standard equipment is supplied. • Two bedrooms – one on the first floor with a queen size bed and one in the second floor loft with a king size bed. Designer bed coverings with comfortable updated mattresses. • Full size washer and dryer in the first floor bathroom. • 1.5 Bathrooms – one full bath with tub and shower on the first floor and one half bath on the second floor. Additional outdoor shower on the side of the home. • Ceiling fans throughout. • Gas barbeque grill. • Parking for one mid-size car on the side of the cottage.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Outdoor shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
Things to do
Boat
Golf
Kayak
Tennis
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
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pet fee: $250.00 for 1 pet. 300 for 2 pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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
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
About the area
Located in Dewey Beach, this cottage is in the city centre and near the beach. Shoppers can check out Tanger Outlets, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Cape Henlopen State Park and Dewey Beach. East of Maui and John Waples Memorial Playground are also worth visiting. Visit our Dewey Beach travel guide
Is Private Cottage Steps to the Beach-just four homes back from the dunes & ocean pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Private Cottage Steps to the Beach-just four homes back from the dunes & ocean?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Private Cottage Steps to the Beach-just four homes back from the dunes & ocean?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Private Cottage Steps to the Beach-just four homes back from the dunes & ocean?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Private Cottage Steps to the Beach-just four homes back from the dunes & ocean located?
Located in the heart of Dewey Beach, this cottage is steps from Dewey Beach and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk. Bottle & Cork and Sunset Park are also within 5 minutes.
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Private Cottage Steps to the Beach-just four homes back from the dunes & ocean Reviews
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Great location right next to the beach and several restaurants. Very clean and had everything we needed for a short stay. Stayed cool inside even on particularly hot days. Host was friendly and communicative.
The cottage is a perfect location for those who want to spend the day on the beach. It is located near the nightlife in Dewey but far enough off of the main strip that it is also quiet. We all enjoyed the deck on the top of the cottage.
We had a lovely stay at Nancy's little cottage. It was equipped with everything you could possibly need. Nancy (the Host) was SO accommodating to us. She really makes you feel like you are in your home away from home!
Just steps away from the beach and town makes this a perfect location for your vacation. I highly recommend this property!!
Nancy’s cottage was exactly as described, 90 second walk to the beach, 90 second walk to the restaurants. Perfect home for us and our two dogs. And as always, Dewey Beach itself was beautiful and relaxing! We will be back!
This little cottage home was absolutely perfect. The location is amazing. So easy to get to the beach and to walk to many places in Dewey. The beds were comfortable and the house had everything we needed. The host, Nancy, was also fantastic. She is easy to get ahold of and super accommodating and responsive. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. And we would definitely stay there again.
Nancy’s cottage is so charming and has such a warm, comfy feel to it. The beds and couch/love seat were all so comfortable and can’t beat the location, steps to the beach and to restaurants/shops in Dewey. My favorite restaurant, Woody’s (best crab cakes ever!) at end of street. The cottage has so many nice touches including a wall magnifying mirror in bathroom for my aging eyes! Communication w/Nancy excellent and great instructions in house on how to operate everything from TV to lights & fans. Really nice gas grill too. And get a bite with your dog at “The Light House” on the Bay by The Hyatt - most dog friendly restaurant in Dewey. Been vacationing in Dewey for years and Nancy’s cottage at top of my list. Highly recommend!!!
This is our second trip to cricket cottage and once again, we had a wonderful time! You're so close to everything you need, the beach, shops, restaurants, etc that the car doesn't move all week. Even though you're close to everything and the "heart of the party" the cottage is set back, making it private and quiet. The access to the beach is easy and the outside shower is the best!
Great place for our small family and pet! We will go back for sure!
This small cottage was clean and comfortable. The location was excellent as was the parking space. Upon arrival, we discovered that linens were not supplied. This was quite a shock as I did not see that in the listing and have never come across it on any other rental. We were coming from Arizona! After a short pause, we made it work and enjoyed our stay.
The cabin is right around 1200 ft. It’s perfect for a family of 4 with a dog. The kitchen was well stocked with spices, extra trash bags, coffee filters, ice maker AND ice trays, and pots and pans. We weren’t at a loss for anything. The only reason I didn’t give it a 5 star for cleanliness was due to some sand on the floor upon our arrival-however, I feel like this is more of the fault of the cleaning company and not the fault of the owner. The toilets and bathrooms were very clean. We were steps from the beach and loved the proximity to Starboards and Woodys. Both places had delicious food and something for everyone.
I had such a wonderful time at this beach cottage that I'm tempted to leave a terrible review, so no one else tries to rent it. Maybe 50 feet from the beach, this one-bedroom cottage with a king bed in the loft was perfect for our 4-night getaway over the holiday weekend.The kitchen was well-stocked and useful to save money on restaurants. The beds were extremely comfortable.I'm 6'1" so I had to remember to duck when going up the spiral stairs into the loft. My mother and I shared delightful conversation over coffee on the rooftop deck — no views, but fun nonetheless. Close enough to listen to the ocean and smell the sea spray!But honestly, we were so close to the water that our family spent all the time we could out of the house and on the shore. The outdoor shower came in clutch, with hot water (a rarity for outside showers). There was only one shower inside, but the extra shower more than made up for it, and helped to manage sand.It really felt like we were a guest in Nancy's home and my family was thrilled with our stay. I couldn't recommend Nancy or the cottage more… just please don't book during our vacation time next year!The cottage is brighter than in the photos, with the multiple skylights. And the AC units kept us cool when we were recharging from the beach.My personal favorite feature was an old ship's mast from a tall ship in the late 18th or early 19th century. We didn't spend much time around it, but it lent charm and personality to our vacation!
This house is in the absolute perfect location. Bars and restaurants to the right and the beach to the left!! We walked anywhere and everywhere we had to go. And, as all the action surrounded us, once we were inside this charming little beach cottage, all was calm, quiet and peaceful.
My son and daughter and his dog joined us for the first part of the vacation from Sunday - Tuesday and then my girlfriend and her husband joined us from Wednesday- Friday after they left. The house is literally three houses from the beach. Every morning, I was able to walk just steps to the beach to see the sunrise. I’m a photographer and had the opportunity to take some amazing images during our vacation time.
The house has plenty of room for four people, beds were super comfortable and the house smelled super clean when we arrived. We had a few days of wicked wind on the beach, so we opted for time on the rooftop deck, which was absolutely awesome. It was warm and cozy up there, and you can literally hear the waves crashing onto the shore from the rooftop. I can’t tell you how many times I close my eyes and drifted off.
Unfortunately, our time expired and we had to go home. I would love to come back someday it is a perfect, perfect little cottage!!!!!
Nicely decorated and furnished house. Ceiling fans and mini-split a/c units kept interior very comfortable. We enjoyed evenings on the upper deck. Two minute walk to beach was a big plus. Location perfect for visiting near-by towns. Owner quick to respond to questions.