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A wooden deck with blue Adirondack chairs and a white railing overlooking the ocean.
A child playing in shallow water at the beach.
A staircase leading to a landing with a door, a light fixture, and a view of the outside.
A sunlit room with a view of the sea, furnished with wicker furniture and a ceiling fan.
A dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a chandelier, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms2200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Milford, DE
  • Place, Slaughter Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County)
    ‪146 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Milford

This vacation home places you next to Slaughter Beach and within a 15-minute walk of Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a private yard.
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What's nearby

  • Slaughter Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Lewes Beach - 32 min drive - 25.4 miles
  • Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk - 37 min drive - 29.3 miles
  • Rehoboth Beach - 37 min drive - 29.3 miles

Getting around

  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Farms - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mills Brothers Chicken Man - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪River Lights Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Milford Elks Lodge - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Grotto Pizza - ‬13 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.

Relax big in a small beach town!

Enjoy "Shouts of Joy" spacious home layout. The 1 king bedroom and 3 queen bedrooms and 2 full baths and 1 half bath afford you the privacy and space for a relaxing vacation. With 3 comfortable family rooms and a fully equipped kitchen with full size refrigerator, stove, dishwasher and microwave. All your friends and family's needs will be met. The laundry room is equipped with a full washer and dryer. Step out the door to find a outside shower and a spacious yard. The best part, the beach is right off your deck, so you're steps from the waters edge. Spending the day on Slaughter Beach is like your own private beach front seashore playground. Enjoy!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a private yard, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please return any furniture back to original location. Thank you.
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 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 21

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

SHOUTS OF JOY
Relax Big In A Small Town
Relax big in a small beach town! Milford
Beachfront Home. Relax big in This Small Beach Town
BEACHFRONT HOME. Relax big in this small beach town.
Relax big in a small beach town! Private vacation home
Relax big in a small beach town! Private vacation home Milford

Frequently asked questions

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

This vacation home is located in Milford, just steps from Slaughter Beach. Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge is within a walking distance of 0.7 mi.

Will I be able to park at Relax big in a small beach town!?

No, there isn't parking available at the 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, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Relax big in a small beach town!?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront vacation home include a smart TV and a kitchen in each house, and some feature beach view.

Are there hot tubs at Relax big in a small beach town!?

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

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Relax big in a small beach town!?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms 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 19.5 mi away (29 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County), which is around 22.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Relax big in a small beach town!?

Yes, every house at Relax big in a small beach town! comes with a patio and some offer beach views.

Relax big in a small beach town! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 92 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Treasure by the sea

Perfect getaway from everything.large ocean views and plenty of room for the whole family.loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vivian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Property

This is our third visit. It is a beautiful and relaxing place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another Amazing Stay!

This is the second time we rented this property and it's truly a gem! It had everything we needed, and the ease of accessing the beach is the biggest bonus! Thank you for providing us with another memorable vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property, great location

This is the 2nd year we have used this house. It's a great location, plenty of space and really good sea views. Dolphins were visible most days.
Stayed 29 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vivian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome views

My family loves this property. Gorgeous views and right on the beach. This has been our second stay and we will be going again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Vacation

The house is right on the beach with great views, a big deck, and a nice layout with lots of living area. We had a nice time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claire K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second stay at this property and we had a wonderful time, once again. We continue to love the quiet area and the easy access to the water. Fully stocked house. Plenty of room for a family. Quick communication if needed. -- Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house, great location, fantastic host

We've rented several houses in Slaughter beach over the years and this one fitted our needs well. Everything was good, communication was great and all very easy. Thanks for making our stay so good.
Stayed 24 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ed K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

family time

This is our 3rd year at this property. We love it here! Has everything you need. Especially love the large deck with a great view of the bay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

bird paradise

The views are great and the huge wrap around deck is awesome. There are so many varieties of birds, fox, rabbits and marine life.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As advertised

Off the beaten track, but pretty close to everything. Felt like a getaway vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Slaughter Beach Vacation Home

This was our second year staying at this house and we really love it here. There is plenty of space for everyone, a fully stocked kitchen and the house is very clean. We like it here because we can take out our paddleboards, kayaks sailing kayak and walk for miles on the beach.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marius L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

family vacation

This was our second stay at this property and we had a great time once again. We had three generations of family with kids (age 3 & 5) and we made life lasting memories. The property has amazing views of the bay, it is great place for young children as the the Bay has less waves and is flat at times like a lake; we will be back some time in the near future
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kerry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved this house!

This property had everything we wanted for our vacation. Great location right on the beach. The sunrises are so beautiful here. We saw porpoises, turtles, cranes, and horseshoe crabs etc. and the beach was never crowded. Our communication with the owner was always fast and pleasant! I hope to bring my family here one day. VRBO should be proud of this rental and owner!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Vacation!

The pictures of this property do not do it justice. It's was beautiful, comfortable and had everything we needed. The owners have thought of everything down to the smallest detail. The proximity to the beach and ease of using the walking path were so convenient. We were blessed with beautiful weather and shared some wonderful times with family. I cannot wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

heather

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay at Slaughter Beach!

A small community with amazing beach...its a different beach every day! Love, love, love that this beach is out of the way and lacking in crowds and tourists! PERFECT. House was lovely with enough room for everyone to spread out but common spaces aplenty for coming together!! Fully stocked kitchen and comfortable beds for a good nights sleep. We will be bacl.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carolyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy w/ our stay

Nice, family place on a quiet uncrowded bay beach. Old school seashore decor. Nicer than the photos portray. Only downside — late check in (4pm) and early check out (10am), adjusting to the norms of 3pm and 11am would be sweet. Feedback to vrbo (not the owner) — hate the add-on fees, transparency in pricing during searches would be appreciated.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great year!

This was our second time staying in this home and it was just as wonderful as we remembered! Love having bedrooms on two floors so we can put the kids to bed downstairs (they sleep in one downstairs bedroom, we sleep in another downstairs, grandparents sleep upstairs, had one more upstairs room empty) then hang out upstairs for adult time. Can’t beat the beach view from the porch. House is clean, comfy, and lovely. Locals, especially the owners of closeby houses on either side, are so kind and welcoming. Love this beach and house for relaxing time for all ages.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great year on Slaughter Beach

This was our third year in this home and it was another wonderful time! We love how quiet this beach is—we set up our tent and chairs when we arrive and don't have to move them all week. The locals have become people we look forward to seeing again year after year--so kind and welcoming. You can't beach the nature you see here either ... this year we enjoyed observing sea cucumbers, a variety of jellyfish, hermit crabs, spider crabs, ghost crabs, horseshoe crabs, blue crabs, brown pelicans, great blue herons, seagulls, and sandpipers. We caught and released tons of croakers, and our neighbor caught and released a dogfish shark, which absolutely delighted the kids. We can't wait to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So beautiful and relaxing!

This was our first visit to Slaughter Beach. We were ready to get away from "commercialism" and made the perfect choice when we chose this location. The house was wonderful! The furnishings and all the personal touches were so welcoming. We especially enjoyed the owner's original artwork! The mattresses were amazing! The other couple that vacationed with us as well as the friends that visited for a couple of nights during the week all remarked at how comfortable they were. The home was quite spacious. It was the most well laid out floor plan of any home we have vacationed in. With 2 living rooms and an expansive deck, there is ample room for multiple adults and/or children to have their own space. The kitchen was well appointed with everything we needed. The wine/beverage fridge was a wonderful addition and was put to good use during our stay. We had no problems with internet connectivity and streaming. As for Slaughter Beach and the Marvel Salt Marsh, they are beautiful! What incredible natural resources are encompassed in such a small & quiet community! We were completely relaxed from the moment we arrived and enjoyed every minute of our stay. We had a wonderful week and will no doubt visit again. The owner, Lesley, deserves AAA rating!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kristina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

August 2024 vacation

We were surprised and delighted how nice this property was including its convenient location to the nearby towns and other ocean beaches. We had a great and fun time here, good memories! Very comfortable space, furniture and beds were all very comfortable. Our group consisted of 5 adults and a 2-1/2 year old, plenty of room for everyone, house layout worked perfectly for us. Beautiful, private, clean beachfront that was so easy to access, just walk right out to it! Low tide teems with marine life and tidal pools, quite awesome to experience that. The large deck has stunning views of the water and plenty of comfortable deck chairs. Dining room table was more than big enough for all of us, we had great meals here. Appliances all worked great. I would absolutely recommend staying here, and we would be glad to rent this property again. The only complaint was the place needs a good scrubbing. There was a nasty, grimy ring around the tub and the bathroom wasn't that clean overall. Dusty and dirty corners and windowsills. Our bedspread had stains so we didn't use it but the mattress pads and beds were clean. I would recommend a more diligent cleaning crew as rooms seemed to just get a basic wipe down; the silverware and utensil drawers all had crumbs in them, and the fridge had fingerprints all over it on our arrival. But we did an easy clean-up and really enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claire K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and spaceous

The property had plenty of room and bedrooms for a large group. Well stocked kitchen, some entertainments, and great view of the water. The path from the beach toward an outdoor shower & then into the house with a bathroom and laundry was a helpful plus. Flies can be a bit of a problem at Slaughter Beach in the summer, but there were swatters available to help out when needed. Quick drive to many other locations and a peaceful place to stay. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marius L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Slice of paradise

Stayed for an amazing week with my wife two kids (4 and 2 years old) and friends and their two kids of same age. The house is right on a quiet and beautiful peaceful beach and it is very kids friendly and safe. Perfect place for a family vacation. The house has everything you will need and is well equipped. We will be returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cristin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

My family enjoyed this little slice of heaven right on the quiet beach. They were most happy with catching sharks at high tide right from the shore and building sandcastles. Rehoboth beach and Boardwalk were very easily accessible. The kitchen was very well stocked and felt just like home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hugh D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Location

We had a marvelous week. House is very nice and comfortable. It’s right on the beach, which is the Bay and that was great for the kids. I highly recommend this house to any family looking for peace and quiet along with beautiful views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022