Slaughter Beach Vacation Rental house

Newly Renovated & Steps from the Water. Great for Families, Reunions, Retreats

Description House, 2000 sq. ft.,
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10, 1 Bathroom, 1 Half Bath
Amenities beach, near the ocean, tennis court, air-conditioning, internet access, satellite or cable
Rates per property (USD)
$250 - $300/night 
$1,695 - $2,100/week 
Accepts Online Payments
Joseph or Jill
Speaks: English

Photos and Description of the Slaughter Beach vacation house rental 6 bedroom, 2 1/2 baths, sleeps 16, crib available

Located in a quiet beach community w/a nostalgic feeling, this home is suitable for a large family, families that like to vacation together or retrreats. Lovingly updated & features a spacious Great Room containing the Family Room & Eat In Kitchen. The Kitchen table easily accommodates everyone w/additional drop-leaf table. There is a separate Den/TV room down the hall that can double as a bedroom for 2+ people & has windows on 2 sides and access to the comfortable screened porch. There are 2 generously sized bedrooms on this level. The Queen bedroom has a private half bath. The other master bedroom has a King bed. The kids 'Bunk Room' is on it's own level at the top of the house & can sleep 4 + a crib or additional space for older kids. The ground level features 3 bedrooms (2 with 2 Twins, 1 with Queen), game room, tv &full bathroom. Two minute walk to Beach. Water is calm and completely safe for swimming, even for the little ones. Playground w/tennis, basketball, swings & more.
Slaughter Beach house rental - Beach Access directly across the street!

Beach Access directly across the street!

Slaughter Beach house rental - Large Home just steps from the Beach

Large Home just steps from the Beach

Slaughter Beach house rental - Open floor-plan. Kitchen Table seats up to 12

Open floor-plan. Kitchen Table seats up to 12

Slaughter Beach house rental - Large Master Bedroom with King Sized Bed

Large Master Bedroom with King Sized Bed

Slaughter Beach house rental - Water Views from Great Room Windows

Water Views from Great Room Windows

Slaughter Beach house rental - Large kids bedroom sleeps up to 6; crib available

Large kids bedroom sleeps up to 6; crib available

Slaughter Beach house rental - Partial water views from the Great Room and deck

Partial water views from the Great Room and deck

Slaughter Beach house rental - Large Den with 2nd Entertainment System

Large Den with 2nd Entertainment System

Slaughter Beach house rental - Guest Room with Private Bath

Guest Room with Private Bath

Slaughter Beach house rental - Airy Screened Porch with Twin-Sized Daybed

Airy Screened Porch with Twin-Sized Daybed

Slaughter Beach house rental - Extra Large Main Bathroom

Extra Large Main Bathroom

Slaughter Beach house rental - Large eat-in kitchen supplied for home cooking

Large eat-in kitchen supplied for home cooking

Location: Delaware < USA

Nearest Airport: Philidelphia at 65 Miles
Nearest Ferry: Lewes at 12 Miles
Nearest Motorway: Route 1 at 5 Miles
Nearest Beach: beach at 50 Metres
Car: necessary
There is a street level view of the house and the community on Google maps. Google Map link: http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=350+Bay+avenue,+milford,+de+19963&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=49.444078,105.556641&ie=UTF8&ll=38.912775,-75.304059&spn=0.000674,0.003221&t=h&z=19&layer=c&cbll=38.912841,-75.304813&panoid=bztnlFLpWsJAT-7n5B0oWg&cbp=11,248.59349066473504,,0,-1.444629475437134 The community was named after William Slaughter, postmaster. Slaughter Beach is a small, private, quiet waterfront community of 133 homes. Close to many activities and conveniences. The entire village sits between the water and the Prime Hook Wildlife Refuge an
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Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Slaughter Beach, Delaware

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Early Spring Apr 3, 2010 - May 28, 2010 $1,695 $250 $575 $300 - - 3 Nights
In-Season Off-Peak May 29, 2010 - Jul 2, 2010 $1,995 - - - - - 1 Week
In-Season Peak Jul 3, 2010 - Aug 21, 2010 $2,100 - - - - - 1 Week
Early Fall Aug 22, 2010 - Oct 2, 2010 $1,995 - - - - - 1 Week
Late Fall Oct 3, 2010 - Dec 4, 2010 $1,695 $250 $575 $300 - - 3 Nights

Additional information about rental rates

  • Affordable Rates for a large home. Spring and Fall Discounts.
  • A Rental Deposit equal to 25% of the rental rate is required at time of reservation to hold the Rental Period. The reservation will not be considered final until the Rental Deposit has cleared the bank (in the case of a personal check). Owners will continue to offer the Rental Period for rent until the reservation is considered final. The Rental Deposit will be applied toward the Rental Fee. The Rental Deposit is not a security deposit. The BALANCE OF RENT, along with the Security Deposit and Housekeeping Fee is due thirty (30) days before your check-in date.

    We strongly recommend use of PayPal to place rental deposits to insure immediate locking of a desired time period.
    A $250 security deposit is required in addition to the rental fee. This security deposit will be refunded within 30 days of check-out assuming all terms of the rental agreement are met. There is also a mandatory $100 housekeeping fee required with the final rental payment.
  • CANCELLATIONS: A sixty (60) day notice is required for cancellation. Cancellations that are made more than sixty (60) days prior to the arrival date are subject to a 10% Cancellation fee or $100 whichever is greater. Cancellations or changes that result in a shortened stay, or that are made within 60 days of the arrival date, forfeit the full Rental Deposit.

Fees

Cleaning:
$100

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Slaughter Beach, Delaware

Property Type:
  • house

Floor Area:
  • 2000 sq. ft.

Location Type:
  • beach
  • near the ocean

Theme:
  • family
  • away from it all

General:
  • activities guide
  • alarm clock
  • ceiling fans
  • filtered water
  • local activities guide
  • restaurant dining guide
  • telephone
  • air-conditioning
  • central heating
  • linens provided
  • accept credit card

Kitchen:
  • cooking utensils
  • coffee maker
  • toaster
  • dish washer
  • refrigerator
  • freezer
  • oven
  • microwave
  • washing machine
  • clothes dryer
  • blender
  • spices
  • stove top burners
  • iron & board

Dining:
  • dining area
  • child's highchair
  • seating for 10 people

Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom, 1 Half Bath
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Combination Tub/Shower, LARGE
    Bathroom 2 - Toilet, In Master Bedroom
  • The Primary Bathroom is located next two the Master Bedroom and is accessible form the hall. It is a very large bathroom with lots of closet space. The half bath is conveniently located in one of the Master bedrooms. Both bathrooms have been recently renovated. The primary bathroom has a large storage closet with a high chair, booster seat, baby monitor, ironing board, iron and step stool.

Bedrooms:
  • 3 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 10 people
  • Master 1 - 1 King, New floor
    Master 2 - 1 Queen, 1/2 bath, New floor
    Kids Bunk Room - 1 Double, 2 Twin/ Single, 1 Baby Crib, can sleep 6!
    Den - 1 Sleep Sofa /Futon, Behind closed door
  • The Kids Bunk room is on separate floor from Master Bedrooms providing privacy for adults. Kids room also has space for 4 plus a crib but Crib can be replaced with Fold out or Large Air Mattress to add 2 more. Crib can also be moved into either Master bedroom which has space to easily accommodate. Both Bedrooms have new floors, new paint and all of the beds have new pillows and blankets. Large den has a new pull-out queen sized sofa bed with its own door to close it off from the house if used as a bedroom. Separate living room available with Entertainment system in addition to TV/DVD setup in Den. Central Air conditioning and ceiling fans in most rooms. There is also a hugh chair, booster seat and baby monitor stored in the hallway bathroom closet.
Entertainment:
  • DVD
  • TV
  • satellite or cable
  • VCR
  • radio
  • stereo system
  • CD
  • books
  • books adult
  • books kids
  • games adults
  • games kids
  • toys kids
  • video library

Internet Access:
  • internet access
  • wireless broadband

Outside:
  • deck wood
  • outdoor grill charcoal
  • parking off street
  • patio stone/concrete
  • screened porch/lanai
  • walkway to water
  • barbecue
  • parking
  • tennis court
  • outdoor grill
  • 4 garden chairs
  • 2 beach chairs

Suitability:
  • pets not allowed
  • children welcome
  • non smoking only
  • low allergen environment
  • long term renters welcome
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • unsuitable for elderly or infirm

Local Activities:
  • hunting
  • antiquing
  • swimming
  • tennis
  • walking
  • sailing
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • horseback riding
  • golf
  • wind-surfing
  • water skiing
  • mountain biking

Onsite Services:
  • housekeeper

Onsite Equipment:
  • beach chairs

Attractions:
  • ATM/bank
  • autumn foliage
  • bay/sound
  • churches
  • eco tourism
  • equestrian events
  • fitness center
  • forests
  • groceries
  • hospital
  • laundromat
  • library
  • marina
  • museums
  • playground
  • recreation center

Leisure Activities:
  • beachcombing
  • bird watching
  • fly fishing
  • gambling casinos
  • hiking
  • hunting small game
  • jet skiing
  • live theater
  • outlet shopping
  • pier fishing
  • sound/bay fishing
  • surf fishing

Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • coin laundry
  • restaurants
  • scenic drives

Nearby Services:
  • massage therapist
  • medical services

Notes: CABLE: Cable TV is included with the rental fee and is available through two entertainment systems each including a large TV, DVD player and VCR. INTERNET: High speed internet is installed in the home available via a secure wireless router. The security key will be provided in the welcome packet. PLAYGROUND: Tennis Court, Basketball Court and playground attached to property. BEACH ACCESS: Beach access is less than 75 yards away. KITCHEN: Includes a fully stocked kitchen including dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, pans, cooking utensils, toaster, microwave, baking dishes PARKING: Sufficient driveway to park at least 4 cars. LOW ALLERGEN HOME: We try to maintain an low allergen household to accomodate people with allergies (including ourselves). As a result we can not allow any pets inside the house and absolutely no smoking! ACCESS: Access to house requires climbing a flight of steps so may not be ideal for elderly or infirmed and not wheelchair accessible

Further details for this vacation house rental in Slaughter Beach, Delaware

Nature Lovers!: Location is perfect for nature lovers! The house sits between the Beach and one of America's largest wildlife refuges. The Prime Hook National Wildlife refuge is over 10,000 acres and is in a key position in the Atlantic flyway hosting hundreds of thousands of migratory birds each year including several rare species and endangered species. Common rare species that birdwatchers come to Slaughter Beach to see are the Red Knot, Ruddy Turnstone, Semipalmated Sandpiper, Sanderling and Dunlin. Slaughter Beach is also host to the largest Horseshoe migration in the U.S. hosting several hundred thousand of the ancient species for about one week each year in mid-May and is a designated Horseshoe crab conservation zone. In fact the horseshoe crab eggs are partially responsible for the mass bird migration as the birds come to feed on the Horseshoe crab eggs

Payment and Deposit: We currently accept payment via personal check and Paypal. 25% of the rental fee is required to hold a desired reservation timeframe. A $250 security deposit, a signed contract and the remainder of the rental fee is due 4 weeks prior to arriving *** or the deposit will be forfeited *** and the week offered for rent to other vacationers. The security deposit will be returned within 30 days of checkout after inspection and assuming no damage has been done to the house or property. There are NO REFUNDS within 60 days of the arrival date.

Pets and Smoking: We have recently renovated our home and taken many steps to reduce or eliminate allergens including removing carpets, cleaning the HVAC system and installing hepa-filtration filters. We have done this both to allow our enjoyment of this home and to allow others with moderate to severe allergies to do so. As a result, we can not allow any pets inside the home. We also can not allow smoking of any kind within our home. Any evidence of either will automatically result in forfeit of the entire deposit. The cost of eliminating the result of smoking or pets (i.e. HVAC cleaning, carpet removal, steam cleaning) will also be the responsibility of the renter.

Golf: The Rookery 18-hole, 71 par golf course is less than 10 miles away in Milton off of Route 1. See more information at http://www.rookerygolf.com or call (866) 313-GOLF. They offer online tee-times, a pro-shop and a full service restaurant. The Shawnee Country Club, a private 18-hole, PGA rated course is also available with membership. MIlford is also home to the Putt-A-Rosa Mini Golf Ranch for those interested in a family miniature golf outing.

Other Activities: swimming, bird watching, horseshoe crab migration, nature preserve, golf

Reviews for this vacation house rental in Slaughter Beach, Delaware

Rating
5 out of 5

Would definitely stay here again

BruceNJ New Jersey
Review Submitted: March 15, 2009 Date of Stay: September 2008
Staying in this beach house has been an extremely relaxing experience for me, my wife and three kids and we would stay again and recommend it. The living room/dining room is very large with high ceilings and a great place to hang out. There's a separate family room with another tv that's great for sending the kids when you want some relaxing time in the living room. The walk to the beach is less than 5 minutes, it's just across the street. The beach is rarely crowded and a great place to both swim and go for long walks. Nearby the house there's a park that has a public tennis court. It's also right next to a bird sanctuary so it's quiet and serene and has pretty views. The house has wi-fi internet access, which I've used and it works great. It was clean and nicely decorated. There's a mini-mart less than 5 minutes walk away where the kids love to go and get ice cream every afternoon. For real grocery shopping, there's a Walmart around 10 minutes away. Lots of restaurants around 10-15 minutes drive away, plus Lewes is about 25 minutes drive. Our drive was from New Jersey and there is very little traffic or congestion, especially once you get past the Memorial Bridge. All in all we give it 5 stars and hope to stay there again.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children
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Rating
2 out of 5

Very disappointed!

Slaughternot4me Pennsylvania
Review Submitted: September 15, 2009 Date of Stay: August 2009
When we arrived at the rental (@6pm), it was quite an oven inside (94 deg). We suspect that that the house was not professionally cleaned after the last renters left at 11:00am because no one would be able to work in that house without AC...and if it was professionally cleaned, it should have taken several hours to clean. [Owners....please ask for proof from your cleaning company] The rug in the living room was dirty with spots, bathroom sinks were not cleaned, dust bunnies were in the hallway and bedrooms downstairs and crumbs were all through the kitchen floor. We opened as many windows as we would to air it out, and discovered that one of the dining room windows were sealed with duct tape....and of course...would not close completely afterwards. The "airy screened porched...was "airy" alright. Most of the screens were torn and barely hanging on the windows....with no storm windows or anything to replace them with. So when it rained the next day...the entire porch was saturated, including the day bed. There were so many bugs at this location(Slaughter Beach), it really ruined being outside. The grill is located on the other side of the building on a patio that is overgrown with weeds and covered in bird droppings. Yes, the small picnic table and benches are also covered with droppings (there's no picture of this area in the description). The smell of the area is detectable from Route 1...we understand its from the Horseshoe Crabs beaching and dying overnight. Lastly, the house sits in the corner of the only intersection in Slaughter Beach...pretty much the only way in or out....you hear every car, truck, motorcycle that comes and goes. By choice, we merely slept there. We spent our vacation at Rehoboth Beach or Cape Henlopen State Park.
Owner's Response: We are always upset when any renter does not enjoy their stay at our house. Unfortunately the very few who are not pleased with their stay write reviews while the vast majority that are pleased do not. To address this review specifically, this renter was not happy with how quiet and calm Slaughter Beach is; they wanted to be in the middle of a bustling beach community. Renters looking for the hustle and bustle of a “boardwalk” beach community should not consider Slaughter Beach. We tell all renters in advance that Slaughter Beach is perfect for people looking for a quiet, peaceful, calm vacation away from the craziness of everyday life. If you want to walk out of your house into a party, pay double and stay in Rehoboth.

The A/C in our home is wonderful however the prior renters clearly decided to forgo it and when this renter arrived it needed to be turned on and given time to catch up. The house normally cools to 75 degrees in 2 hours and there are fans in nearly every room. We have received very positive reviews for our cleaning service this year after changing to a new, more expensive service due to problems during 2008. We evaluate the overall satisfaction of our guests related to cleanliness every year and determine if a new service is needed. The screens on the porch had been popped out by a previous guest and not reported to us. As soon as they were reported they were fixed the same day by our local handyman. We have a host of local tradesmen available to address any need typically same day IF the renter reports it to us which this renter did not until after their stay. The complaints about the BBQ area are valid in that our handyman did not notice two birds nests in the deck rafters above the deck until this renter told us at which point they were removed and the patio cleaned. We will be installing a completely new patio area for 2010 with a new BBQ, new pressed concrete base and new furniture. As for the bug issue, EVERY beach community has bugs; it is the nature of a beach. Slaughter Beach does not have any more or less than Rehoboth or Ocean City.

Again, we are always upset when someone does not enjoy our home as much as we and 95% of our renters do. We would be happy to share the comments in our guest book to prove how pleased most renters are. Please make sure to contact us by phone and ask many questions to ensure that Slaughter Beach is right for you.
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Rating
5 out of 5

Most Relaxing week's stay ever!

JavaBoy New Freedom, PA
Review Submitted: June 21, 2009 Date of Stay: June 2009
One of the most relaxing vacation spots ever! If you want quiet, this is the place to be! We were able to come and go without having to watch the clock or be anywhere at a specific time. The location is within driving distance to all the usual hot spots such as Rehoboth Beach, outlet malls, restaurants, etc. We were able to go to the movies and shop at all the little shops along the way. If you are a thrill-seeker then this is not the place for you. If, however, you desire a quiet, friendly place to relax, then by all means this is the place!

This house is clean, well-maintained and comfortable. The beach entrance is just a few minutes away when you step outside. The local residents are extremely friendly and helpful. There is a small mini-mart style store just up the street for any last minute items one might need. I would highly recommend this vacation house to anyone who is interested in a relaxing, stress-free vacation!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
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Rating
5 out of 5

Couldn't ask for more!

shariaviva Salisbury, MD, USA
Review Submitted: April 7, 2009 Date of Stay: March 2009
Gorgeous house, tastefully decorated, warm and welcoming at the same time! Wonderful owners. Steps from the beach. Miles away from stress but close enough for shopping, dining, clubs. The beach has a private, seclude feel so unlike the southern Delaware and Maryland beaches. With plenty of seashells to hunt and a long shallows to wade through. DELIGHTFUL!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
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Rating
1 out of 5

very disappointing

family vacaitoner Croydon, PA
Review Submitted: November 12, 2008 Date of Stay: August 2008
House has a tenant living downstairs. This is not disclosed on the web site. Owner does not accept paypal as stated on website. House was not very clean. No light in one of the bathrooms. Deposit not returned within 30 days of departure as stated in rental agreement. After many phone calls, emails, excuses, delays, and much frustration, I finally did receive my security deposit. Renters Beware! "Home Away" was of little to no help in resolving the situation. Read vacation guarantee carefully. They only guarantee that the property is actually there, and that you have access to it. So you really can not "rent with confidence," and "have a worry free vacation," as stated on Home Away's website. The location of the property was nice, and it was a truly relaxing vacation. This is not a beach for swimming though. What a shame that the property is not managed better. With a little more attention to details such as cleanliness, lightbulbs, better commnunication, and full disclosure and accuracy on the website, this could be a wonderful vacaion rental.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: This person did NOT STAY at our property. She had a contract to do so, showed up 3 days late, decided not to stay and then was angry that we would not refund 100% of her money so she fabricated this review.

1. We do take Paypal

2. Our Beach IS SAFE for swimming as confirmed by the DE EPA reports which test Slaughter Beach along with Lewes and Rehoboth

3. The house is professionally cleaned after each stay

4. She did not get her deposit back within 30 days because she threatened to sue us - she DID get her deposit back as have ALL of our renters

5. Lightbulbs.... really? :-)

Please refer to our other reviews for an unbiased and honest review of our property
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