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Oceanfront Sights and Sounds from the Porch and Veranda - Closest to the Beach!

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On the beach
Dining
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Dewey Beach, DE
  • Rehoboth Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Funland
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal)
    ‪60 min drive‬

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About the area

Rehoboth Beach

A family-friendly stay in Rehoboth Beach awaits you at this holiday home. Within steps you'll find Dewey Beach and Silver Lake. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 1.5 bathrooms, a balcony and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a safe are also available. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site water park. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Rehoboth by the Sea holiday home include Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk and Rehoboth Beach.

What's nearby

  • Dewey Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Rehoboth Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Funland - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Tanger Outlets - 4 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Starboard - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Woody's Dewey Beach - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dewey Beer Co. - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Gary's Dewey Beach Grill / 38° - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starboard Claw - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Oceanfront Sights and Sounds from the Porch and Veranda - Closest to the Beach!

During the summer months of June - September, we rent weekly from Saturday to Saturday. For the off- season, we rent a minimum of three nights to minimize the wear and tear on our home.

NOTE: We list only on VRBO/HomeAway.

'A Fluke of Nature' is one of the very few beach homes in our community from where you see AND hear the waves crash onto the surf -- all from our veranda.

This is a true oceanfront experience and we're reminded how spectacular it is each time we visit! We named this classic East Coast townhouse 'A Fluke of Nature' because of the unexpected whales swimming in front of our home on our very first weekend here. From our veranda, we also see dolphins swimming most mornings.

Our relaxing home has an open-concept living room, fully-equipped and well-appointed kitchen, spacious outdoor shower, and new beds for naps in the middle of the day.

To round out a terrific beachfront vacation, our home has:
—Two breezy oceanfront screened porches, one on each floor to enjoy the sunrise with your morning coffee. Bring your favorite K-cups for the Keurig machine. There's also a coffee maker if you prefer to brew a fresh pot of your favorite coffee.
—Beach cottage look and feel with open beamed ceilings, shiplap walls, and original wide plank wood floors throughout. New stove and dishwasher too. The home is light and airy.
—A 2/3 bedroom option which means we have two (2) large bedrooms upstairs. The back bedroom can be further divided with a hanging folding divider into two (2) smaller bedrooms. This convertible option is what creates the third bedroom. You choose among the King bed in the primary bedroom, or the two Full-sized beds in the convertible back bedroom. (Please note: Our limit is 4 adults, and a total of 6 guests).
—Full bath upstairs, a half-bath on first floor, and a hot water outdoor shower on the enclosed back deck with storage and a full sized washer and dryer. (The outdoor shower and W&D are in use for summer only).
—Large 54-inch TV in the living room and two TVs upstairs. There is an Xfinity Flex box downstairs; ROKUs and DVD players are in bedrooms with each TV. (This means there is no live cable in our home.) Bring your sign-ins for Netflix, Apple+, AMC, Disney, YouTube TV, etc.
—Bose sound system with Bluetooth for your Pandora and iTunes or for listening to local radio stations and CDs.
—Our local Jolly Trolley stop is a 2-minute walk and you can walk/bike to downtown Rehoboth and Dewey for dining and ice cream. We are just south of Silver Lake, the least crowded and quietest area between Rehoboth and Dewey Beach.
—Off-street parking for two (2) cars where you can leave them without worry. The lovely Fresh Market is five (5) minutes away by car and it has exceptional fresh-cooked meals and a huge selection of gourmet grocery items. With Fresh Market, you don’t have to deal with Route 1 traffic near the outlets for groceries the entire time you’re at “A Fluke of Nature.”

Important information regarding our home:
—Guests must provide their own linens and towels. Bring your pillowcases, fitted and flat sheets for 2 Full size beds, and a sheet set for one King size bed. Also bring your favorite bath and beach towels. We also recommend bringing your own pillows, throws, and blankets.
—Guests provide their own beach chairs, umbrellas, and essentials like laundry detergent and personal toiletries.
—There is no outside grill or BBQ allowed at our home. The structure is a traditional beach house made of wood including our decks and courtyard. If a grill is imperative for your beach week, this is probably not the right beach house for you. (And that’s okay!)
—For summer, rates are weekly plus a cleaning fee, insurance policy, City of Dewey tax, and VRBO processing fee (which we do not control). During the summer months, this is a Saturday to Saturday rental.
—This is a true no-smoking, no-pets, no Senior-week, no large-group property. Smoking is not allowed neither inside or outside. Please do not ask to bring pets. Dewey Beach does not allow pets on the beach between 10am - 5pm so that means your pet would need to stay inside our home all day, every day, and we have no grassy areas nearby. This is not the life we envision for furry family members.
—Since we are not a hotel nor a full-time rental, we have the expectation that our guests will treat our home gently and with respect.
—A fully executed Lease Agreement is required for all paid reservations 45 days prior to check-in; failure of tenant to sign lease or to fill out completely is cancellation and loss of rental payment by tenant.
--Intentional misrepresentation of occupants (eg: number of adults vs. number of children) will result in automatic cancellation and/or immediate eviction.
--We do not have marble countertops nor spa bathrooms. If that's important for an enjoyable beach vacation, our house is probably not for you. (And again, that's OK!)

Now that you've read all the way to here:

Oceanfront homes are where you experience the power of the sea and these vacations are memorable! We'll throw in one of our favorite bottles of wine for reading all the way to the end too - just let us know!

Property manager

Marlo Chambers

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: This includes recreational drugs - sorry!

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 28

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

New or unrated guests must reply to host questions within 24 hours or face cancellation. Guests w under 4-star ratings may be reviewed and canceled.
Reservations and property access require completed Lease Agreement. Incomplete/unsigned Lease 45 days before arrival will be reason for cancellation.
Please do not take items belonging to the house with you. If you really like something, let me know, and I’ll share where to buy the item!

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This includes recreational drugs - sorry!

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Oceanfront See Hear the Sea From This Delightful Beach House!

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Oceanfront Sights and Sounds from the Porch and Veranda - Closest to the Beach!?

Yep, Oceanfront Sights and Sounds from the Porch and Veranda - Closest to the Beach! is a short 18-minute walk from Rehoboth Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and water tubing. You can also find motor boats.

Does Oceanfront Sights and Sounds from the Porch and Veranda - Closest to the Beach! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Does Oceanfront Sights and Sounds from the Porch and Veranda - Closest to the Beach! have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is Oceanfront Sights and Sounds from the Porch and Veranda - Closest to the Beach! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, a water park and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Oceanfront Sights and Sounds from the Porch and Veranda - Closest to the Beach! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Oceanfront Sights and Sounds from the Porch and Veranda - Closest to the Beach!?

No, Oceanfront Sights and Sounds from the Porch and Veranda - Closest to the Beach! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Oceanfront Sights and Sounds from the Porch and Veranda - Closest to the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 9:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Oceanfront Sights and Sounds from the Porch and Veranda - Closest to the Beach!?

No, pets are not allowed.

Oceanfront Sights and Sounds from the Porch and Veranda - Closest to the Beach! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adriana Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a fantastic stay! The home was clean, comfortable, and perfectly located by the beach. The host was responsive and welcoming. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

britt w.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another wonderful week at the Fluke! Marlo is very responsive and the house is maintained beautifully. Looking forward to next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle P., Sayville NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Another exceptional week at this beach paradise. Never disappoints. Kids and adults alike had a wonderful time. Host is easy to communicate with and is always helpful. Don’t think twice!! Book it!! Just after I book my stay first.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a lovely house right on the beach. A great summer place. It’s on the never-too-crowded north end of Dewey. Everything is within easy reach. We ride our bikes to restaurants. Wonderful sunrises.The house has everything you might need.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Always a Pleasure

A Fluke of Nature is always a pleasure to return to - charming, clean, and relaxing. Marlo is very easy to work with and communicates promptly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family beach trip

Reconnected with family Long-time vacationers in Rehoboth Beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Beach Vacation

A fantastic location, charming home, and a week of sunny weather made our recent stay here wonderful. Marlo is a gracious and very responsive host. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hillary B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Oceanfront vacation

The home is in an established community, close to both Dewey and Rehoboth and perfect for a relaxing week at the beach. It had all of the needed amenities and two wonderful screen porches to have coffee, dinner, or just read a book and relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adriana Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Gem

Our favorite place to stay for beach week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

The location can’t be beat. The house was lovely and Marlo was very available and communicative. We will be returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Fluke of Nature

The beach house is a truly lovely place to spend some time in the summer. Wake up to the beautiful sunrIse. Take your coffee down to the water’s edge. Get ready for another wonderful day at the beach. Unlike Rehobeth, there’s plenty of room. The house is tidy and cute. It has everything you might need. Marlo is friendly and helpful. We’ll be going back again. We highly recommend it.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ania G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation

We look forward to returning next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location

Very quiet and relaxing place with a location you cannot beat. Will definitely book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Haven

Beautiful sunrises 🌅, sunsets 🌅 quiet, clean Steps to the beach 🏖️ Definitely going back for 3rd year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C., Ann Arbor

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Beachfront Getaway

We had a lovely fall weekend. Steps from the beach, minutes from Rehoboth. Everything super comfortable. Back porches perfect for a quiet afternoon of reading and listening to the waves.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Crashing waves

Was amazed how loud and lovely the crashing waves could be while staying at this home. We could hear them all through the house. Coffee on the porch while the sun rose was wonderful looking out at the water. Not a fancy place but clean and comfortable and the location was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G., Flemington USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Perfect Perfect

Our stay at A Fluke of Nature was just perfect. The home is everything you could need or want, cozy and warm. The screened in balcony in the master bedroom is one of my favorite places to be, to sit and look at the stars or the moonrise or the sunrise and see and listen to the ocean. The community is special. Can't wait to go back. Marlo is an incredible host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carole S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Look No Further!

We have stayed in this beautiful beach cottage more than a few times...and wouldn't think of staying anywhere else. It's a well maintained (very clean) cottage stocked with all the essentials! And the ocean view from the upstairs porch is just what you want. AND I have to mention how comfortable the primary bedroom is-- great bed! The location is perfect -- close to Dewey's restaurants and not far from Rehoboth.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn & Jai W., Albuquerque, NM

Liked: Cleanliness

Luv the beach access and sounds of the ocean waves!!!!

So happy my wife and I found this listing years ago on VRBO!! We return as often as possible. We especially like the Autumn at the beach but will visit anytime the timing works out : ) Not only close to the beach, but within walking distance to both Rehoboth and Dewey.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy F., Merion Station

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location

The location is absolutely perfect. The condo is right on the beach which makes very easy travel back and forth..especially with children. The house has everything you need for a great beach stay, though don’t expect luxury. This is a house for people who want to be at the beach, not to stay in a fancy home away from home. The house is walking distance to restaurants in Dewey and Rehoboth, but still provides a very calm and relaxed beach experience - all of the commotion and crowds are also a walking away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle P., Sayville NY

Liked: Cleanliness

Another wonderful experience

This is our 4th season at Fluke of Nature and we’ve already booked our 5th for 2024. It’s the perfect combination of family fun and relaxation. The host couldn’t be nicer or easier to communicate with. Please just book and don’t think. Just don’t book my week. Thank you Marlo!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adriana Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Perfect Location

A Fluke of Nature is the perfect location! In addition to the beautiful ocean views on both floors, we were an easy walking distance from the Rehoboth boardwalk and Dewey dining and entertainment. When staying in, there was plenty of space for a family of 4 and we all enjoyed napping in the comfortable accommodations or outside on the screened-in decks. You can’t go wrong with this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fluke of Nature

We had a great stay. The place is really nice. It has everything you need. It’s wonderful to be right on the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ocean front getaway in Dewey Beach

Perfect set-up for our family of 4 to enjoy a beachfront getaway. Home was stocked with everything we needed to be comfortable during our vacation. Views from the upstairs deck were perfect for dolphin watching. Location is perfect to run/walk/bike straight into downtown Rehoboth Beach. Steps right onto the beach where chair/umbrella service is available for a fee, hot dog stand, and a shaved ice golf cart went by daily. Easy peasy!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023