Escape to Sandy Cove, a serene bay front community with private beach access and a pool by the boat marina. Unwind on the front or back deck of this spacious vacation home, perfect for families up to 10 people. Enjoy secure Wi-Fi, four TVs with Amazon Fire Stick and Blu-ray players.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10223 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
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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.
Bay access, boat slip, pool, sleeps 12, pet friendly and near the beach.
Bayfront Community Retreat w/ Boat Slip • Sleeps 12 • Pool • Pet-Friendly • Minutes to Bethany Beach
Spacious 4BR / 3.5BA coastal home in a quiet bayfront community—perfect for families and groups looking for space, water access, and easy beach days.
Why guests love this home: - 🚤 Private boat slip access – rare for the area, bring your boat or rent one nearby - 🏊 Community pool – perfect for kids after the beach - 🐕 Pet-friendly – bring the whole family - 👨👩👧👦 Sleeps up to 12 (8 adults + kids comfortably) - 🌅 Relaxing coastal setting just minutes from Bethany Beach
The space: - 4 large bedrooms + 3.5 baths - Open-concept living area for group gatherings - Fully equipped kitchen for family meals - Outdoor space for relaxing after a day on the water
Location: - Short drive to Bethany Beach & boardwalk - Close to restaurants, groceries, and golf - Quiet community—ideal for families vs crowded oceanfront zones
Good to know: - Peak summer rentals are weekly (Sat–Sat preferred) - Pet fee applies - Early booking recommended for June–August - Boat slip available for a fee.
Boat trailers must be stored off site. Please provide boat insurance. Must follow all Community and HOA rules. Violations subject to fine. Feel free to bring your paddle board, kayak and fishing pole.
Note: The garage is not available for storage. Back patio is available to store paddle boards. Covered area in front of garage for bikes.
Owner/Manager access: Call, text or email with any concerns. No smoking please. Bed Linen service is provided with your stay. Please bring your own bath towels. All paper products and cleaning detergents will be provided.
Enjoy your stay. Thank you.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Fenced private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car required
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Printer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
1 accessible parking space
Handrails in stairways
No elevator
Smooth flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Bicycle parking
Boat
Paddleboard
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
Rules
Must follow Sandy Cove HOA Rules and Regulations. Violations are subject to fines.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in Ocean View, this vacation home is near a water park and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocean City Beach and Maryland Beach. Nick's Mini Golf - Nick's Pirate Golf and DiscoverSea Shipwreck Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Ocean View travel guide
Does Bay access, boat slip, pool, sleeps 12, pet friendly and near the beach. have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Bay access, boat slip, pool, sleeps 12, pet friendly and near the beach. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Bay access, boat slip, pool, sleeps 12, pet friendly and near the beach. ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Bay access, boat slip, pool, sleeps 12, pet friendly and near the beach. ?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Bay access, boat slip, pool, sleeps 12, pet friendly and near the beach. located?
Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from James Farm Ecological Preserve and within 3 mi (5 km) of The Salt Pond Golf Club and Bethany Beach Beaches. Bethany Beach Nature Center and Dickens Parlour Theatre are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Really enjoyed staying at Art’s place - clean house, had everything we needed, very nice dog friendly community, not far from the beach and a cute private area on the water as well. The photos do not do it justice. We would definitely visit again.
My family had a wonderful stay here. The property was clean and exactly how it looks in the pictures. The small development was so lovely with the boats docked and small pier where my daughter caught her first fish! Art was prompt to reply when I had a question and we would definitely stay again next time in Bethany Beach.
Had a wonderful time at the Bay House. Great location! House was clean and a great size for our family! Lots of steps which was a bit challenging with a toddler!
The house was clean. Art responded to my questions via VRBO messenger app quickly. Check in was easy. A lot of steps so it would be difficult for people with mobility issues.
Check in was super easy, it was peaceful. Close to Dewey and Bethany. Very comfortable, clean and large. Loved the view of the bay. The decks were very nice both front and back. Would love to stay again sometime. Thanks
Wifi was out the majority of our stay. While it was a hardware issue that the owner did try to resolve, we had to fix it ourselves. The owner was very gracious about it, communicated about the issue promptly, and offered a late checkout as compensation. Excellent accommodations otherwise. The private beach is less a beach and more a few rocks.
The place was fine. There were some issues and I will do my best to make sure moving forward to make sure the property has a property manager. We have always booked with Vacasa for our vacations and never had an issue.
Danielle M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
JOAN S.
25 August 2025
Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
The kitchen had all necessary utensils, and the deck was comfortable though the view was of the development town houses. Difficulty at beginning of our stay - had to contact host about getting 3rd floor bedroom electricity on (had to reset the breaker); remote for dining room TV was never found; took several tries to get on WiFi; had to hunt around to find soap for 3rd floor bathroom. There are 3 flights of stairs between entrance and bedrooms. Quite challenging for old knees.
My family of 5 plus our dog enjoyed the location and homey feel of our home. This was our 2nd summer here in this house and really enjoyed it. Just had 1 issue but reached out to Art and responded very quickly on how to fix it. Thanks again for sharing your home with us.
Fantastic stay, I love that the owner was available throughout my stay. The only thing was the internet quality was not the best. However, everything else was so top notch that I had to give it a 5. The neighbors were also very friendly. I would definitely return.
My family absolutely loved our stay at Sunny Cove! The house is clean and comfortable. The bedrooms are all very spacious, 2 master bedrooms with bathrooms attached is perfect for 2 families staying together. The kitchen has everything you need for the week, dishes, pots, pans, utensils, even storage containers! The microwave, refrigerator, and oven work wonderfully and are very clean. There is a little beverage fridge next to the bar which was a plus! The dining table has plenty of seating as well. My morning coffee was very enjoyable on the patio looking at the bay. The patio furniture and cushions are all well kept. The laundry room is perfectly located on the first floor so your pool or beach towels can go directly into them after a long day by the water. The house is located in a perfect place and the community is very quiet and safe. They have a fishing dock and mini little beach to sit and enjoy. We spend many hours there while one kid fished and the other just wanted to play in the sand. If you are a kayak or canoe family this is a perfect spot for you as they have entey ways straight off the boating docks for you to use. Ocean beaches were a 10 to 20 minute drive depending on where you wanted to go for the day with Bethany Beach being the closest. The Towers beach was our family favorite! There is a grocery store about 2 miles away and a yummy restaurant with ice cream just 1 mile up the road that we enjoyed riding our bikes to.
This is a lovely property in a quiet area. We were looking for a rental with a pool and that allowed pets; this fit the bill. Close to several DE beaches; we even went to Ocean City, MD. House was very clean, too.