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Luxury 5-Bedroom Retreat, Exclusive Resort Community, Minutes To Bethany Beach

Family-friendly vacation home with a water park and a fitness center

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathrooms3700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Millville, DE
  • Place, Holts Landing State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Bethany Beach Beaches
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Bethany Beach Boardwalk
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ocean View

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Holts Landing State Park, this vacation home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Dickens Parlour Theatre. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.

What's nearby

  • Holts Landing State Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Bethany Beach Beaches - 10 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 11 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk - 26 min drive - 18.0 miles
  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 33 min drive - 21.5 miles

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 36 min drive
  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hockers Super Center - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Royal Farms - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bethany Beach Brewing Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Flip Flops Beach Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Yellowfins Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive

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.

Luxury 5-Bedroom Retreat, Exclusive Resort Community, Minutes To Bethany Beach

Welcome to Villa Bella, your dream getaway!

This luxury, beautifully decorated 5 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom (3700 sq ft) retreat is nestled in the exclusive, award-winning resort community of Bay Forest, offering the perfect blend of relaxation, elegance, first-class resort amenities, and convenience. Whether you’re planning a family vacation, a group retreat, or a special celebration, this home is designed for an unforgettable stay.

You're located one block from the Sanderling Rd. pools, fitness center, indoor courts, and Bethany Beach summer shuttle stops! You're located about 2 blocks from the Bay Forest Dr. lazy river/slides pools, arcade room, tennis/pickleball courts, and more!

There is ample parking at both pools if you prefer to drive.

A few minutes drive to Bethany Beach, Rehoboth Beach, Rehoboth Beach Outlets, Fenwick Island, Ocean City, golf courses, dining, arcade, water parks, go karts, and more!

Bay Forest at Bethany Beach:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9SbP7hQ92pY&feature=youtu.be

Key Features:
• Ample Space – Sleeps 10!

• Beach Time – Enjoy the area’s beautiful beaches with the provided beach chairs and umbrellas.
• Sunsets – Relax and enjoy the sunset at the Bay Forest marina.
• Outdoor retreat – You are welcomed by a stunning full wrap-around porch inviting you to relax on the cozy outdoor couch, fire up the grill for a BBQ, or enjoy alfresco dining at the outdoor dining table.

• Coffee & Tea Bar – Designed for coffee lovers and those who appreciate a relaxing atmosphere, cozy, inviting spaces, leisure, or a peaceful getaway.
• Gourmet Kitchen – Fully equipped custom kitchen with quartz countertops, upgraded cabinetry, a double wall oven, a 5-burner gas stove, stainless steel appliances, and all the essentials needed for home-cooked meals.

• Open Concept – The open-concept main level features a spacious living room immersed in natural light, soaring ceilings, a cozy gas fireplace, high-end furnishings, and flows seamlessly into the formal dining area and the kitchen.

• Main Level Master Suite – A sumptuous master suite is conveniently located on the main level and offers a king bed with elegant bedding, walk-in closet, and a spa-like full bathroom with a tiled walk-in shower and a dual vanity.
• Main Level Bath and Laundry – A half bath and laundry/mud room with a full-size washer and dryer complete the main floor.

• 4 Charming Upstairs Bedrooms –
• 1 en-suite elegantly designed bedroom with a king bed, full bed, plush bedding, closet, full bath with sleek finishes and a tub/shower, and a mounted TV.
• 2 elegantly designed Jack and Jill en-suite bedrooms, each with a queen bed, plush bedding, walk-in closets, and a shared full bath with sleek finishes and a double vanity.
• 1 additional elegantly designed bedroom with a queen bed, plush bedding, and a huge walk-in closet.

• Entertainment for All – Smart TVs, high-speed WiFi, a reading/gaming loft, books, crosswords, puzzles, and bikes to keep everyone entertained. Also available for your use:
- 2x Children’s High Chairs
- 2x Children’s Play Pens
- Children’s dishes
Full Access to Exquisite Resort-Style Amenities –
Bethany Beach Summer Shuttle
2 Clubhouses
4 Pools (water slides, lazy river, toddler pool, kids splash zone, lap pools, basketball, volleyball, etc.)
Indoor Arcade Room (ping pong, foosball, shuffleboard, arcade basketball, chess/checkers, boardgames, etc.)
Fully-Equipped Fitness Center
Fresh Herb Garden
Tennis Courts
Indoor/Outdoor Pickleball Courts
Indoor/Outdoor Basketball Courts
Horseshoes
Private marina (kayak launch, fishing, and crabbing)
Bocce Courts
Outdoor Playground
3+ Miles of Walking/Biking Trails
And More!!

This home is designed for relaxation and indulgence, making it the ideal escape for your next vacation. We hope you'll enjoy your stay at our home.

Admin fee includes: $150 Bay Forest mandatory fee (non-refundable), house cleaning before and after your stay, and linens.

2025 Mandatory Bay Forest Amenity Fee (Includes all community amenities, non-refundable): $50/guest, ages 5 and older, for the duration of your stay. Max 10 amenity passes. Host will add this fee to total following booking confirmation, when guest signs/returns the Bay Forest registration form.

Check-in: 2:30pm
Check-out: 10am
Late check-out will incur a daily rate fee.

On/In Property:
No Smoking/Vaping/E-cigarettes
No Pets
No Group Events/Parties - Family community, please be considerate of neighbors.
No Commercial Photography or Filming

Pools open 5/24/2025, Memorial Day Weekend.

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, smoke/carbon monoxide detectors, and a deadbolt lock. Exterior security cameras monitor the front porch/driveway, the back porch/lawn, the side porch/lawn, and inside the garage.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3.5 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Smoking not allowed

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

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Pickleball
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 3,700 square feet
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

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 doesn't allow pets

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Ocean View, close to Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club, Indian River Inlet, and Bethany Beach Boardwalk. You'll also find Dickens Parlour Theatre and The Salt Pond Golf Club within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Luxury 5-Bedroom Retreat, Exclusive Resort Community, Minutes To Bethany Beach?

There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a fireplace, fireplaces in some accommodations, as well as an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Luxury 5-Bedroom Retreat, Exclusive Resort Community, Minutes To Bethany Beach?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

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

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

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

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County), which is 22.2 mi away (38 minutes by car). Another top airport is Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal), which is located 26.6 mi away (44-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Luxury 5-Bedroom Retreat, Exclusive Resort Community, Minutes To Bethany Beach?

Yes, every accommodation at Luxury 5-Bedroom Retreat, Exclusive Resort Community, Minutes To Bethany Beach comes with a deck with some featuring water views.