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Idyllic Main and Rear Beach Cottages within a Quick Stroll to the Beach

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6147 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Idyllic Main and Rear Beach Cottages within a Quick Stroll to the Beach

Calypso Cottage is a step back in time when beach days were lazy and idyllic and cozy one-story cottages dotted the beach front. Relaxing on the front patio Adirondack chairs, the sound of waves lulls you to sleep. A quick stroll will take you to the water's edge to take a quick dip or float on a tube.
Calypso Cottage is a unique property in that it offers you more privacy when traveling with friends or extended family by having a second cottage on the back of the property.
The main cottage boasts of two bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, and the back cottage has one bedroom and one full bathroom.
Enter through the main cottage by way of the sunroom that has a great space to store extra ice chests or coolers, and a comfortable sitting area at the other end. From the sunroom, you enter into the main living area that includes the kitchen, dining, and living room in one open area. A small hallway gives you access to a full bath, with the Master bedroom on the left and a twin bedroom on the right. The Master Bedroom will give you a queen bed and a full private bath. When you walk into the twin room you have a closet to hang your clothes and a trundle bed where you can pull out a second twin bed. If you need a bigger bed then the twin in the main cottage, you can use the queen pullout in the living room.
Walking out the back door, you follow the deck around to the side door of the cottage. You pass by a refreshing outdoor hot/cold shower where you can wash off the sand and sea from the day's outing.
You enter the second cottage through a small foyer, into a full bath, that leads to a spacious bedroom with a queen bed.
When you need to have some private time to yourself this cottage is a retreat. You have your own mini-frig, sink, and coffee pot for your use.
A small shed stores items to make your beach adventure more enjoyable. There are beach chairs, an umbrella, beach toys, a wagon and some firewood available for your use.

*** Please Make Note of the following***
Towels and Linens are not provided

Broadkill Beach is located in the National Prime Hook Preserve. It is a great area for swimming without waves, biking, kayaking, paddle boarding and taking walks on the beach. Broadkill is located about 20 minutes north of Lewes and all the major shopping outlets.

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

  • 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

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

Things to do

  • Water park
  • 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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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 neighborhood

Map
Milton, DE

What's nearby

  • Prime Hook Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Broadkill Beach Beaches - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cape Henlopen State Park - 21 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Cape May - Lewes Ferry - 22 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Lewes Beach - 25 min drive - 25.7 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 Idyllic Main and Rear Beach Cottages within a Quick Stroll to the Beach 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 Idyllic Main and Rear Beach Cottages within a Quick Stroll to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Idyllic Main and Rear Beach Cottages within a Quick Stroll to the Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Idyllic Main and Rear Beach Cottages within a Quick Stroll to the Beach 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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Idyllic Main and Rear Beach Cottages within a Quick Stroll to the Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

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

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

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

Linda E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Broadkill Beach Week
The property was perfect for our needs. It was comfortable, clean and well stocked with cooking and kitchen supplies as well as beach chairs etc and so close to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 traveler

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

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

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

Cody S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing in the Off-Season
My partner, my roommate, and I stayed here for a week with our fur babies in early October. It was everything we were hoping for and expecting. The weather was still perfect for lazy beach days. The property was perfect for us, especially as a couple with a friend. The separate suite was so nice for us to have privacy but still be able to come together as a group when we wanted to. I love the beach here, it’s quiet and cozy and great for fur family members. Lots of dog centric locals who weren’t bothered by friendly greetings from my wet and sandy Aussie. The house was incredibly clean, perfectly outfitted with all the necessities, all the modern touches, but still retaining all the retro charm you could ask for. Nannette was super communicative, incredibly responsive and available, and the keyless check in was a breeze. 10/10 we will absolutely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Trip
This was really a great rental for us. Super close to Broadkill beach. Two lots back, but these are small houses, so it's only about one minute walk. And the beach here is deserted! Guess everyone is clogging up Rehoboth. So it was great to not be so crowded. There's a shed with beach chairs. Our car was packed, so it was nice not to have to bring chairs along. The house facilities were great. Kitchen is pretty well equipped. Beds were great; towels are fluffy. The same remoteness that makes the beach empty means that it's a bit of a drive to get anywhere. There's a small market about 200 yards from the house, but you have to leave the area for anything else. It's four miles to the main road and then another five minutes drive to Milton, or ten to Lewes. Maybe it's because we were there late in the season (mid-August) but things weren't super crowded in town either. We visited the Boardwalk, a water park, go-karts, and a few restaurants and there wasn't really a much of a wait for anything.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

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