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Private Cottage Steps to the Beach-just four homes back from the dunes & ocean

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Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Exceptional

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2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 41200 sq ft

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Dewey Beach, DE
  • Popular LocationDewey Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationDewey Beach Parasail9 min walk
  • Popular LocationRehoboth Beach Boardwalk5 min drive
  • AirportGeorgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County)29 min drive

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About this property

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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 manager

Nancy Bloom

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 3 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

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Boat on site
  • Golf on site
  • Kayak on site
  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at 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

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 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

Dewey Beach

Located in Dewey Beach, this cottage is in the city center and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Delaware Seashore State Park and Rehoboth Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Cape May - Lewes Ferry. East of Maui and John Waples Memorial Playground are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Dewey Beach - 1 min walk
  • Dewey Beach Parasail - 9 min walk
  • Indian Beach - 14 min walk
  • Rehoboth Beach - 4 min drive
  • Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rusty Rudder - 10 min walk
  • The Bellyfiller - 5 min drive
  • Dewey Beer Company - 2 min walk
  • Woody's Dewey Beach - 1 min walk
  • Mama Maria's Italian Restaurant - 5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

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 50 lbs per pet.

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?

Check-out 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 within 1 mi (2 km) of Dewey Beach and Delaware Seashore State Park. Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nani C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

margo h., Nj

Liked: Cleanliness
Was nice location
Good size and clean
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Repeat customers
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!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
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!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Little Cabin
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.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
This was a cute, small place to stay. It’s just 4 of us and our dog, so it fit our needs well. The outside shower was great. Quiet neighborhood and super close to the beach. Parking was a little tight, but we have a truck, so that’s something we are used to. The air conditioners are very loud, but keep the place comfortable. The only cleanliness issue (that wasn’t a big issue) was a lot of dust on the lights, fans, & curtains, but it was clean overall. We would stay here again. It’s a great place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Joyce R.

Liked: Cleanliness
cute bungalow with awesome roof top!
Kitchen was well supplied. Great 3 televisions. Walking distance to beach and restaurants. Only drawback was air conditioner cuts on and off constantly as energy saving but it is noisy when trying to sleep. Should put duck sign at top of stairs to 2nd floor. All signage at the lights should be in big print typed , so it is easy to read without glasses as you move to a light switch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Beach Cottage
My husband and I loved this little cottage that was a welcome change from the modern condos. Although it is situated among other properties, it felt very private inside. The proximity to the beach is a perfect two minute walk. Nancy has thought of everything when it comes to amenities making this feel like a cozy home. My only critique would be that the outdoor gas grill doesn't work that great but that wouldn't stop me from renting this cottage again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Perfect for a short getaway with our dog. Comfortable house just steps away from the beach and all of our favorite spots in town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable beach block cottage
The house is beach block, clean, some great updates (loved the shower head and water pressure) and some original charm, nice amenities, and great neighbors. The owner was super responsive, kind, and flexible. We would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022