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Waterfront home, managed privately with lower fees. Close to DE and OC Beaches.

Lakefront vacation home with a water park and an outdoor pool

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Interior
Interior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot Tub
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Selbyville, DE
  • Place, Assawoman Bay
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Shark's Cove Marina
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cape Windsor
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Selbyville

Located within a mile (2 km) of Assawoman Bay, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Shark's Cove Marina. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Assawoman Bay - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Shark's Cove Marina - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Cape Windsor - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Ocean City Beach - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 15 min drive - 9.9 miles

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 21 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Harpoon Hanna's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Royal Farms - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lobster Shanty - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin’ - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 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.

Waterfront home, managed privately with lower fees. Close to DE and OC Beaches.

A comfortable home away from home in Mallard Lakes. I manage my own property in order to provide lower fees, personal touch and to ensure a wonderful stay.

Two bedrooms; 1 full bath, 1 half bath, and outside shower; sleeps 7 inside. (8 if 2 are small children.) Large oversized tub great for a relaxing soak.

Our home is bright, sunny and nicely decorated. Mallard Lakes is a quiet, lake front home with an amazing view. Our amenities include two pools, a hot tub, tennis, basketball and pickle ball courts, volleyball , horseshoe pits, and docks perfect for fishing or launching a kayak. There are also playgrounds for the little ones. After your relaxing morning sitting outside on the patio overlooking the beautiful lake, take your choice of either OC or DE beaches. The closest beach is less than two miles away with ample parking. At the end of your day, enjoy a nice outdoor shower and then enjoy cooking in a beautiful kitchen complete with everything you could possibly need. Don't feel like cooking? Enjoy your choice of restaurants and shopping close-by. Convenience is why we chose this location and want our guests to enjoy it as much as we do and to keep coming back.

Our units includes board games and a nice selection of books and magazines to keep you entertained. We also supply tennis rackets and beach chairs for your convenience.

**Our summer weekly rentals run from Sunday to Sunday to help our guests avoid the high traffic on Saturdays coming in and out of the area. However, we do also allow a 3 night minimum stay during certain times.

*Mallard Lakes community requires that renters obtain a Weekly Amenity Pass at the Main Office. The fee for this pass is $150.00, effective 2025 and permits access for 6 individuals to all amenities at Mallard Lake for the week. Price subject to change. This fee is paid directly to the Mallard Lakes community. Upon your arrival, stop in the office located at the front pool.

We do NOT allow pets or smoking.

We do NOT provide linens and towels. If you would like me to coordinate that service for you, please let me know. We use OC Beach Linens and Rentals - 410-524-7057. You may contact directly as well.

Check in is 4pm and Check out is 10am. If cleaner is done earlier, I will contact you for an early check-in.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 2 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 nearby
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Optional ski privileges

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced private pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • 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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Optional ski privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
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 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
  • 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 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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Beautiful On The Oc Beaches
Beautiful Home on the Lake Close to DE OC Beaches
Beautiful home on the lake close to DE OC Beaches.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Selbyville within a short 17-minute walk of Assawoman Bay. You'll also find Ocean City Beach and Bayside Resort Golf Club within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home next 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 are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

Is Waterfront home, managed privately with lower fees. Close to DE and OC Beaches. a good place to stay for couples?

This lakeside vacation home offers many amenities for couples such as a fireplace, fireplaces in some accommodations, as well as an outdoor pool.

Does Waterfront home, managed privately with lower fees. Close to DE and OC Beaches. have a hot tub?

Yes, this vacation home has a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does 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, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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 22.8 mi away (35 minutes by car). Another top airport is Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County), which is located 25.7 mi away (39-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Waterfront home, managed privately with lower fees. Close to DE and OC Beaches.?

Yes, every accommodation at Waterfront home, managed privately with lower fees. Close to DE and OC Beaches. comes with a deck with some featuring lake views.

Waterfront home, managed privately with lower fees. Close to DE and OC Beaches. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place to stay and relax. The owner is very nice and makes sure your stay is wonderful. We will definitely be returning
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful weekend and enjoyed the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank You Had a wonderful stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and very nice place
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Henry K.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a nice condo in a very good location (including pools and pickleball) at a very good price. The host is very communicative and helpful. This is not 10/10 review because it was not sufficiently clear from the listing that sheets and towels are not provided (the host has said she will make that clearer in the future) and we had to spend our first couple of hours dealing with that. Also, a few incidentals (sponge, dish towel, extra toilet paper) were not provided. Knowing these things, you should have a 10/10 stay at this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelica L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything went well for our family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Yearly beach vacation

This was the first time we stayed at this location and the kids are already talking about a return trip! The property was very neat and clean when we arrived. Check in was easy for us. There’s plenty of space for the family to spread out! Kitchen is well maintained and stocked with some essentials. We loved the location close to the front pool and shuffle board and Pickleball! Josie let us use chairs and pool noodles which was awesome! Josie was an amazing host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home Away From Home

This is our second time staying at the Rapp home in Mallard Lakes. We absolutely love the home, the view and the amenities. There were lots of family events and my kids enjoyed the pool more than the beach! Even the neighbors were friendly to us! It is a great place for families with kids of all ages. As for the host, Josi is so easy to communicate with and is extremely responsive. Although I have never had concerns, shes available right when I need her for anything!
Back yard view!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelley B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Beach Home & Experience

This was our first time renting in Mallard Lakes and it was a great experience. The home was exceptionally clean and stocked with all the amenities we could need for the week. The communication with the owner was super easy and thorough both prior to and during our stay. We especially loved the screened in porch overlooking the lake, and the community had lots of fun activities. Our only disappointment was that our stay felt too short. We will 100% be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing house

Highly recommend!! My family and I had a wonderful time staying here. The house was perfect for our family of 5 ( 3 toddlers 3 and under and 2 adults) perfect location near OC New Jersey and also DE beaches. Josie was wonderful helping answer all of our questions and giving us recommendations for things to do in the are during our stay. We will definitely be back next summer!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

Everything about our trip and stay at this property was absolutely perfect. The communication with the owner was open, honest, and very welcoming. It was a perfect experience and one that my family and I are looking forward to doing again as soon as possible. This was my first time booking a vacation online or through any service and it was better than I could’ve hoped for! My family and I have all made the statement and agreement that this was something that we could see ourselves doing every year for a very long time! We cannot say enough great things about the experience that we had at this property with this owner!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M., York, Pa.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our Happy Place

This was the third year my four friends and I have stayed at Josie’s rental. We absolutely love it here. Very clean and attention to detail. We had a few issues that were resolved promptly. Communications with Josie and her husband were immediate. We plan to stay here again in a year or two.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice

Very nice place. Great location. Kids loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin K.

Liked: Cleanliness

ML morning

Always enjoy being at Mallard Lake. The rentals are well kept and maintained plus everyone is friendly. Only a 4 mile drive to Fenwick State Park. .
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonia S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Vacation

We had a wonderful time staying at the Rapp’s beach house. It was clean and decorated very beach and cute. The location is perfect. Close to the Delaware State Park in Fenwick Island for the beach. Will definitely stay at the beach house again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place To Stay!!!

This was our 3rd time staying here the Summer of '23. We love this place! Very clean, close to pools, close to Restaurants and the Beach! We just Love It! Highly Recommend this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Vacay

Mallard Lakes is an amazing hidden gem! Just minutes from the hustle and bustle of Fenwick, Ocean City, and Bethany, but in a quiet community that offers many amenities, including two outdoor pools. Josie was a wonderful host, responding quickly to any questions. I would certainly recommend staying here! 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

We had another great stay at Josie’s place in Mallard Lakes! We love the cleanliness and comfort of the unit. We also love the convenience of the Mallard Lakes community. Josie is great to work with!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clifford M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M., York, Pa.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our Happy Place

This is the second year we stayed at this beautiful beach getaway. My 4 friends and I absolutely love Josie’s rental. We’ll be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Property!!!

This is our second time staying and this place is Fantastic!!! It is very clean and walking distance to the Pool and Tennis courts. We Love this place and will stay here again! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim F.

Liked: Cleanliness

T. Forbes

My daughter and I really enjoyed your Condo very much! The place was exactly as advertised, Beautiful! We enjoyed bike rides through the community, the closeness of the Beach and the surrounding Restaurants were fantastic. We will be renting from you again this summer! Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mogus M.

Liked: Cleanliness

AMAZING HOME!

This is our second stay because we love this home! It is so welcoming and spacious. The location is also so great as its near many of the beaches. Josie was very responsive and welcoming. We hope to be back a 3rd time next summer! Totally recommend this home. Thank you so much Josie!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Vacation Home

My family and I stayed for a week in July. We loved the location within Mallard Lakes. The unit was clean, bright and airy, and we loved the view. We really enjoyed the bright sun room and the convenience of an outdoor shower! Josie was a great hostess! We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ophelia R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!!

Renting this property was money well spent. The owner went above an beyond to accommodate our needs. Available to answer all questions. My family enjoy all the local attractions an the pool. Hope to see ya next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022