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Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets
Outdoor dining
A paved patio area with a white fence, trees, and a building in the background.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms1884 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Ocean View, DE
  • Place, Dickens Parlour Theatre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Bethany Beach Nature Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ocean View

Located within a mile (2 km) of Dickens Parlour Theatre, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Dickens Parlour Theatre - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Bethany Beach Nature Center - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Bethany Beach Beaches - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 32 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hockers Super Center - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Royal Farms - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wawa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bethany Beach Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Claws Seafood - ‬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.

Bright Family Beach Retreat minutes from Bethany Beach

NEW LISTING! Welcome to The Family Sandcastle, a peaceful family beach retreat in Ocean View, just under 3 miles from Bethany Beach and the boardwalk.

Our home is set up for families who want an easy, comfortable beach getaway. Spend the day at the beach, come back to rinse off, relax on the patio, make dinner in the open kitchen, or settle into the living room for a movie night. The home is bright, clean, and fully furnished, with plenty of space for everyone to spread out.

The main level has an open kitchen, dining, and living area, plus a queen-size pull-out couch for extra sleeping space. Upstairs, the primary bedroom has a king bed and private bathroom with a large walk-in shower. The second bedroom has a queen bed, and the third bedroom is great for kids or additional guests, with a twin/full bunk bed and a twin pull-out trundle.

We provide full linen and towel service for your stay, along with beach chairs, beach towels, a beach umbrella, and boogie/body boards to help make your beach days easier. The home also has a washer and dryer, a private patio, an upstairs balcony, one garage space, and one driveway space.

The Family Sandcastle is located in the quiet Smithfield community, close to Bethany Beach, restaurants, shopping, mini golf, biking, and other family-friendly coastal activities. Traveling from 2 Smithfield Court, Unit 111, to the Bethany Beach Boardwalk is a short trip of approximately 2.5 to 3 miles. By car, it usually takes about 8 to 10 minutes, depending on summer beach traffic.

This is our family beach home and is best suited for families and guests looking for a peaceful stay. Primary renters should be 25 years or older. One pet for up to 50 pounds is allowed (additional pet charge is $150 per stay will apply) Visitors are not allowed, unless agreed with the host before the arrival. It is not a party house. Guests are expected to respect the home, the neighbors, community parking rules, trash and recycling instructions, and quiet hours.

Sleeping arrangements:

* Primary bedroom: king bed
* Second bedroom: queen bed
* Third bedroom: twin/full bunk bed with twin pull-out trundle
* Living room: queen-size pull-out couch

Highlights:

* 3 bedrooms / 2.5 bathrooms
* Family-friendly beach retreat
* Full linen and towel service provided
* Fully furnished and comfortable
* Open kitchen, dining, and living area
* Private patio and upstairs balcony
* Washer and dryer
* One garage space and one driveway space
* Beach chairs, beach towels, umbrella, and boogie/body boards
* Approximately 2.5 to 3 miles from Bethany Beach and the boardwalk
* Outdoor security cameras
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

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
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

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
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Water sports equipment
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1,884 square feet

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 11:00 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:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Leave all bedding on the main beds. Do not strip. Leave used bath towels in the bathrooms. Wash, dry, fold, and return any additional bedding for the pull-out couch and/or trundle bed to the closet.
Wash, dry, fold, and return all beach towels to the closet before checkout. Shake off sand and return beach gear to the garage. Turn off lights and lock all windows and exterior doors before leaving.
Take all trash and recycling to the community dumpsters. Trash and recycling must be placed inside the correct bins. Do not leave any bags, boxes, or other items outside the dumpsters.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please follow all rules outlined in guest agreement.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Any pet-related damage will be charged separately.

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Children-related damage will be charged separately

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: 11:00 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.
  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Ocean View within a short 20-minute walk of Dickens Parlour Theatre. You'll also find Bethany Beach Boardwalk and Bethany Beach Beaches within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Bright Family Beach Retreat minutes from Bethany Beach?

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

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.

Is Bright Family Beach Retreat minutes from Bethany Beach a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a kitchen and a smart TV in each house and a kitchen in some.

Does Bright Family Beach Retreat minutes from Bethany Beach have a hot tub?

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

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 cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does Bright Family Beach Retreat minutes from Bethany Beach have connecting rooms available?

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 Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal), which is 27.3 mi away (48 minutes by car). Another top airport is Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County), which is located 24 mi away (49-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Bright Family Beach Retreat minutes from Bethany Beach?

Yes, every house at Bright Family Beach Retreat minutes from Bethany Beach comes with a balcony.

Bright Family Beach Retreat minutes from Bethany Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this beach home! Very clean and comfortable for our family and little pup - so nice to find a place that is pet-friendly and well taken care of. Great communication with host throughout our stay. Excellent location close to Bethany Beach and lots of fun things to do. Only wish we could have stayed longer. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Srikanth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sleep for 8 would be ideal but definitely not for 10 people. Two kids were slept in couches
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026