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Canalfront Retreat w/ Dock, Kayaks & Screened Porch – Pet-Friendly!

Vacation home in Bethany Beach with patio

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Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, toaster
Living area
Living area
Property grounds
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms1500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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South Bethany, DE
  • Place, Bethany Beach Beaches
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Fenwick Island Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Bethany Beach Boardwalk
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bethany Beach

Located in South Bethany within a mile (2 km) of Bethany Beach Beaches, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Fenwick Island Beach. The vacation home includes a patio, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

What's nearby

  • Bethany Beach Beaches - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Fenwick Island Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Ocean City Beach - 8 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 21 min drive - 13.7 miles

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 26 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mango's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bethany Boathouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bethany Blues BBQ Pit - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Canalfront Retreat w/ Dock, Kayaks & Screened Porch – Pet-Friendly!

Start your day with sunrise views over the canal from the spacious screened porch at this peaceful 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath waterfront home in a South Bethany. With direct canal access, you can launch one of the 2 on-site kayaks, bring your jet ski, or tie up your boat at the bulkhead dock—just steps from the back door. A new deck and dock will be ready before summer.

Inside, enjoy a flexible, pet-friendly layout with one bedroom on the lower level and two upstairs—perfect for families or groups seeking comfort, privacy, and a relaxed coastal vibe.

Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 8):
– Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
– Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
– Bedroom 3: Pyramid Bunk (Full over Queen)

Highlights:
– Canalfront with dock access and bulkhead
– Large screened porch with sunrise water views
– One bedroom on lower level; two bedrooms upstairs
– Pet-friendly! (Dogs only – max 2 under 50 lbs, additional fee applies)
– High-speed WiFi and cable TV (4 TVs)
– 3 parking spaces

Kitchen & Appliances:
– Fully equipped kitchen with microwave, toaster, blender, and dishwasher
– Standard coffee maker & Keurig
– Washer and dryer
– Extra refrigerator in garage

Outdoor Features:
– New deck (coming before summer)
– Screened porch for outdoor dining and relaxing
– Gas grill
– Kayak launch – 2 kayaks available with signed addendum
– One-man exterior elevator lift (request use in advance, signed addendum required)
– Beach gear: 4 bikes, 4 chairs, 2 umbrellas, beach cart, toys (not guaranteed)

Booking Details:
– Saturday-to-Saturday and flexible stays available – see calendar
– Linens & towels available to rent for $180
– Must be 25+ to rent
– Additional taxes and fees may apply

Contact Wilgus Associates
For availability, pricing, or to reserve your stay at this water-lover’s dream retreat, contact Wilgus Associates—your trusted source for coastal rentals in the South Bethany and surrounding areas.

What if I have to cancel?
In the event of a cancellation or transfer, you are responsible for the full amount of your original agreement. Only IF we are able to secure for that property a new agreement for the same time period and dollar amount will your monies be refunded (less 15% of the gross rent). All cancellations must be put in writing and received by our office prior to re-renting.

Disclaimer: All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a patio and 2.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

2796-273558

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in South Bethany within a short 16-minute walk of Bethany Beach Beaches. You'll also find Fenwick Island Beach and Bethany Beach Boardwalk within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Does Canalfront Retreat w/ Dock, Kayaks & Screened Porch – Pet-Friendly! have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal), which is 17.5 mi away (37 minutes by car). Another top airport is Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County), which is located 26.5 mi away (48-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Canalfront Retreat w/ Dock, Kayaks & Screened Porch – Pet-Friendly!?

Yes, every accommodation at Canalfront Retreat w/ Dock, Kayaks & Screened Porch – Pet-Friendly! comes with a deck with some featuring water views.

Reviews

Canalfront Retreat w/ Dock, Kayaks & Screened Porch – Pet-Friendly! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jake R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property more than exceeded our expectations. You could tell that the property owners are meticulous and care about their guests having a great time at the beach. We have been vacationing in South Bethany for over 20 years. This is one of the best houses that we have stayed at. Thank you Fisher family!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cary G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place! The family had so much fun. Great place for biking, kayaking paddleboards or boat and jet skis. Crabbing off the canal was fun. We gathered mussels nearby and the beach access was easy and not crowded. We were able to take the dogs on the beach and the entire family was together. We rented bikes for the littles nearby. Our first trip to Bethany and we will be back. Great neighbors, family atmosphere and people were so nice. Wilgus were great people and class acts. We also have a pet friendly rental and this place was run well.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025