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"STEPS TO SAND - Two Cottage Classic Gem Retreat"

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61582 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

"STEPS TO SAND - Two Cottage Classic Gem Retreat"

In this lovely coastal town of Broadkill Beach stands a captivating two-bedroom cottage + Bonus Retreat. Nestled just a 25-minute drive from the vibrant Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk and a 21-minute drive from the stunning Cape Henlopen State Park, this property offers the perfect base for your coastal getaway.

As a traveler, you'll delight in the thoughtful amenities that await you, including free WiFi, a washing machine and dryer, and a smart TV to keep you entertained. The fully stocked kitchen, complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator, grill, and more, will allow you to savor delicious home-cooked meals. Unwind in the cozy living room or step outside to enjoy the beach loungers on the front patio.

Venture out and explore the nearby attractions, such as the picturesque Cape May-Lewes Ferry, just a 22-minute drive away. Return to your home-away-from-home, where you'll find all the essentials, including 3 bathrooms, basic soaps, a hair dryer, and an iron and board. With air conditioning and heating, you'll be comfortable no matter the weather.

Embrace the coastal charm and make lasting memories at our Broadkill Beach cottage!

Property manager

Nannette Jones

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Unit size: 1,582 square feet

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  • Washer
  • Dryer
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: With a paid pet fee of $30 per day

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector 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

About the area

Map
Milton, DE

What's nearby

  • Prime Hook Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Broadkill Beach Beaches - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Lewes Beach - 25 min drive - 25.5 km
  • Cape Henlopen State Park - 25 min drive - 28.3 km
  • Cape May - Lewes Ferry - 26 min drive - 29.7 km

Getting around

  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf Bagel - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Lewes Diner - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Irish Eyes Pub & Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪The Wheelhouse - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "STEPS TO SAND - Two Cottage Classic Gem Retreat" pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at "STEPS TO SAND - Two Cottage Classic Gem Retreat"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "STEPS TO SAND - Two Cottage Classic Gem Retreat"?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "STEPS TO SAND - Two Cottage Classic Gem Retreat" located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Prime Hook Beach and Broadkill Beach Beaches. Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge and Beach Plum Island Nature Preserve are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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"STEPS TO SAND - Two Cottage Classic Gem Retreat" Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda E.

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

Broadkill Cottage

This is our second year staying at this cottage. It's ideal for a family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim L.

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

Quiet Get away

Clean house - nice location- quiet
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

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

relaxing week at beach

Broadkill beach is lovely. Enjoyed the quietness, waves, and community of this area
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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

Great house - Clean, cozy & comfortable

This is a.great house steps from the beach. Very clean, comfortable beds, nice neighborhood. Loved having places to put our stuff (dressers, wall hooks, closets). We enjoyed sitting in the sun room and spending time together in the living room.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jinri H.

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

Great location right by the beach

Chose this location because the beach is dog friendly (off-leash). Owner made sure the check-in process was smooth. We had a great time exploring the area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

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

1st time at Broadkill beach

Itis the cute cottage Clean At tge beach
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

family vacation

We enjoyed the Calypso Cottage and BKB very much- it was a very relaxing place with lots of activities close by if you wanted to go to Lewes or Rehobeth. We biked and swam every day!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Perfection

The cottage is absolutely amazing in a quiet location. It was perfect for my family and everything was well organized and easily located. Nannette was very accommodating and made sure the trip went smoothly. We will definitely be returning to this cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Flo B., Eastern Shore of MD

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

Adorable & Clean

We absolutely enjoyed our stay. The quest cottage was perfect for our son & daughter-in-law with a young baby. Quick easy walk to the dog friendly beach. Very clean and lots of little things that made the vacay enjoyable - games for rainy day, beach chairs, bikes, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim L.

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

Perfect stay

Exactly what was advertised online. Great communication with owner thru the process
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katharine P.

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

Calypso cottage is perfect

Cute, beautifully equipped. And broadbill Beach is 3 houses away—not many people, gentle Bay conditions and beautiful sunrise .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen D.

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

Adorable beach cottage

Our stay at this beach cottage was great! Nannette really thought of everything to make this place feel like home. Super clean and fun, inviting beach colors and decor. The bonus guest house is perfect for those who may want their separate space, but still be close by. It was really nice to have access to the bikes as well. Owner was responsive to questions and checked on us as well. The beach is a very short walk, as is the small store. We loved our time here!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lois B.

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

Tranquil

Very comfortable and attractive cottage. Good communication with the host. Quite neighborhood. Nice beach for walking. Very convenient to have a store so close. Hope to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

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

Perfect

First, my family and I loved everything about Calypso Cottage! Second, we loved the location-quiet, uncrowded, water/beach was perfect for swimming, lounging, reading and relaxing although we didn’t have much luck fishing during our stay. I highly recommend Calypso Cottage and Broadkill Beach for the perfect vacation to get away from it all! Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey B.

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

Fun, relaxing, easy stay

The house was even better in person. The kitchen is fully stocked with dishes and cookware, the beds are very comfy and the open floor plan is so fun for a gathering. There’s a grill, and the back cottage allowed us to put our baby down for bed early while we stayed up and made dinner and hung out in the main house. We brought 3 dogs and they loved going for walks around the area which is so quiet and relaxed. Will definitely be back again!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krista M.

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

Cozy bayside cottage

This well-appointed gem offered the perfect spot for us to try a new place near the water. Super clean with lovely little touches throughout. The prismatic front door window offered a beautiful nightly glow as the sun shone through…really quite unique! Owner was extremely communicative and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy U.

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

Beach Cottage

Owner was terrific at responding instantly to texts, This cottage has been updated beautifully, It is spotlessly clean and within seconds to walking to beach, Only negative is the biting flies! recommend lots and lots of bug spray, Having the owners suite separate from cottage was a nice bonus, It’s a lovely place that soon will be totally rebuilt with high end beach homes,
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edith A.

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

Visit DE

Nice and clean house, steps to beach for a visit with grandkids. Loved the separate cottage like in-law suite. Allowed some down time and privacy. Location was a short drive to Lewis, DE and perfect for nature lovers. The step down to the beach is a bit washed out, just have to watch your steps. However there is a public entrance a few blocks away and a small store to grab ice cream and a sandwiches.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

karen w.

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

Pack your bags and go!

Would diffinetly stay here again. The home was spotless, and communicating was super easy and fast. Short walk to the bay, and I was able to get some great pictures each morning of the sunrise. Since it was off season it was super quiet and relaxing which is just what we needed. Rehoboth, Lewis, and Milton are a very easy drive. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

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

Relaxing Getaway

We had a wonderful time at Calypso Cottage. The cottage was clean and very close to the beach. Quiet, friendly area. Nanette was great. We realized we didn't have hot water the first morning we were there. She responded very quickly and fixed the problem within an hour. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing, quiet vacation near beach. Hoping to return again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

So peaceful

We absolutely loved our stay at Calypso Cottage. The house is just a few steps from the beautiful, quiet (and dog friendly!) beach. The neighborhood is quiet and friendly, and we practically had the beach to ourselves every day. Nanette was extremely communicative and responsive whenever we had an issue or question. The house is adorable, clean, and as seen in the pictures. Surrounding area is beautiful, with lots of great spots for bird watching. We definitely plan to come back here in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

elaine 2.

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

Cute beach cottage

Adorable cottage, well maintained and super clean! Steps from very quiet and dog friendly beach. The cottage was well equipped with everything we needed and the suite out back was great for extra privacy. Host was great with communication. Definitely pack some bug spray, as others have mentioned. We came prepared. The area is quiet but close enough to Lewes/Rehoboth if looking for activities. We enjoyed taking the ferry from Lewes to Cape May for a day.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Howard S.

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

Great cottages with a one-minute walk to a beautiful, lonely beach

The property has two separate living areas: a full cottage in front and a smaller cottage with just bedroom and bath in the back. The setup was perfect for a family with two young children and a grandfather who wanted at times a little more quiet and the option of sleeping in later than the grandchildren. The lovely beach, which was about a minute's walk away, was never crowded --- in fact, rarely was anyone within 100 yards of us. In all, this is an ideal place for a family vacation. It is emotionally far away for the craziness of Rehoboth and the other beach communities on the Delaware shore, while being just a short drive to restaurants and other attractions. If we ever return to Delaware, this property will be our first choice.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phan T.

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

Wonderful relaxing stay…

We stayed for 5 days and needed something that was a short walk to a semi secluded beach that was also a short drive to food/shopping. This hit the marks on what we were looking for and it was relaxing and fun. The beach was very short 3min walk. The beach itself was very nice and clean. The waves were gentle enough to float around in. Only down side was the occasional green flies that bite (bring bug spray). We also did some fishing on the beach and in the nearby creek. We also crabbed in the nearby creek (tons of crabs, bring your gear, ring pot is best!). As for the house, it was a very comfortable and updated cottage. It had everything we needed, the place is a little small but not so small that you were on top of each other. It was the perfect size for 4-6 people. Would definitely consider rebooking here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allison C.

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

Great beach stay

We really enjoyed our stay at calypso cottage. The home was great for me, my husband, our 2 year old child and our dog. The location and proximity to the beach was perfect! The beach itself was nice and quiet, and dog friendly. The neighborhood is also very nice to walk/bike. Broadkill beach is a little off the beaten path so the nearest stores (with the exception of the broadkill store) and town is about a 10-15 minute drive, which for us was fine. You can also venture to nice restaurants in Lewes, which was about 20 minutes away. The home was clean and well equipped. The bonus cottage was a nice plus as well. The only negative was the bugs. Even with lots of bug spray I still ended up getting eaten up. Regardless , I definitely still recommend calypso cottage and would love to visit again next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023