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In the quaint waterfront community of Slaughter Beach, The Summer House offers a serene retreat with 180-degree views of Delaware Bay. Enjoy swimming and fishing from the shore during high tide or explore the bay's offerings at low tide. Take a short walk to the playground, pickle ball court, and boardwalk overlooking marshlands.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

The Summer House

  • The Summer House at Slaughter Beach

    Welcome to The Summer House, located in the quaint waterfront community of Slaughter Beach on the southern shores of the Delaware Bay.

    Our hope is that your family creates the same wonderful memories here that we have enjoyed for years. Experience the slower pace of a traditional beach vacation, complete with spectacular sunrises, peaceful evenings, and the soothing sound of gentle waves just steps from your door.

    Only 70 feet from the water’s edge, our cottage offers breathtaking views of the Delaware Bay and a relaxing atmosphere perfect for couples, families, grandparents, and children alike.

    The Cottage

    Enjoy a comfortable stay in our fully furnished beach home featuring:

    * 2 bedrooms with queen-size beds
    * Queen-size sleeper sofa
    * 2 full bathrooms
    * Fully equipped kitchen
    * Washer and dryer
    * Outdoor shower
    * Panoramic 180-degree Delaware Bay views from the living room

    Bring your kayak for added adventure, or simply enjoy swimming, fishing, beachcombing, and exploring the tidal flats. At low tide, the bay reveals fascinating marine life and endless opportunities for discovery.

    Boating & Fishing

    The recently renovated Cedar Creek Marina, located just 5 minutes away, offers:

    * Modern boat ramps
    * Easy launch access
    * Ample parking for trucks and trailers

    Spend your days boating, fishing, crabbing, or simply enjoying the beautiful Delaware Bay. A small permit fee may be required for boating activities and can be obtained through the marina.

    Family-Friendly Community

    Within a 10-minute walk you’ll find:

    * Children’s playground
    * Pickleball court
    * Marsh boardwalk with outstanding birdwatching opportunities

    Slaughter Beach is known for its peaceful atmosphere, natural beauty, migratory birds, horseshoe crabs, and uncrowded shoreline.

    Nearby Attractions

    While you’ll love the quiet charm of Slaughter Beach, many of Delaware’s most popular destinations are only a short drive away.

    South on Route 1

    * Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk – 24 miles
    * Lewes Historic District – 20 miles
    * Cape May-Lewes Ferry
    * Boutique shopping and waterfront dining
    * Bottle & Cork Concert Venue – 24 miles

    North on Route 1

    * Dover Air Mobility Command Museum – 21 miles
    * Dover Downs Hotel & Casino – 28 miles
    * Dover Motor Speedway – 28 miles

    Additional Attractions

    * DuPont Nature Center – 2.6 miles
    * Hudson Fields Event Complex – 14 miles
    * Killens Pond State Park & Waterpark – 17 miles

    Important Information

    * Pet-free home as a courtesy to guests with allergies.
    * Guests provide their own linens and towels.
    * Many guests have successfully rented linens through Coastal Beach Services and highly recommend them.

    Whether you’re looking for a relaxing waterfront retreat, a family beach vacation, birdwatching, fishing, kayaking, or simply a place to slow down and reconnect, The Summer House offers the perfect Delaware Bay escape.

    Pack your swimsuit, sunglasses, and a good book—and come make lasting memories at The Summer House. 🌅

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

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.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 24

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

Rules

“To help ensure a great experience for everyone, I only accept guests with a Vrbo rating above 4.0.”

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

About the area

Located in Milford, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge and Abbott's Mill Nature Center, while Second Street Players - Riverfront Theatre and Live Cheap & Make Art Studios are cultural highlights. With kayaking, power boating and sailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Milford travel guide
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Slaughter Beach, DE

What's nearby

  • Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge
    Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Lewes Beach
    Lewes Beach
    32 min drive - 25.4 miles
  • Dramatic sunset over the water with the lighthouse and a kayak stand out against the fiery sky near Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes, Delaware, U.S.
    Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk
    37 min drive - 29.3 miles
  • Handicap Beach Access Mat at Rehoboth
    Rehoboth Beach
    37 min drive - 29.3 miles
  • Slaughter Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Summer House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Summer House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Summer House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Summer House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Summer House located?

Nestled on the beach, this Milford holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Slaughter Beach and Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge. Prime Hook Beach and Milford Dog Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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The Summer House Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

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

Great place on the water

As always, the house and property were clean, well appointed, and very comfortable. This is our third or fourth stay and it never disappoints.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

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

Perfect getaway!

Clean, well maintained, well equipped, all the comforts of home, plus the beautiful view of the bay. Quiet, yet not far from the hustle and bustle of tourist places and great dining. We had a great time and plan on returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mark k.

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

Great view

The view was great. Very secluded beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second stay at the Summer House was just as peaceful and lovely as our first visit. The home is comfortable and has everything we needed for the week. Mother Nature offered us a crazy weather week from gorgeous sun and light breezes to thunderstorms and rainbows. Thank you to Jen for being a wonderful host.
These flip flops are made for beach walking!
Sunset
Storm clouds
Rainbow after the storm.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa V.

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

Beach

This was a great place to spend a quiet, relaxing vacation at the beach! The house was clean with a great view!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah I.

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

Favorite Spot

This is our favorite place to stay. Love the house, beach and the owners that are very attentive to your needs. We like the privacy of the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah I.

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

Relaxing

Stay here at least once a year and love the location and property. Never have a problem. Owner is very nice and keeps up with the way the property is kept.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John Y.

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

Great property

Such a quiet neighborhood and beach. Very relaxing. The house is beautifully decorated and well stocked for all cooking needs. We will rebook again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

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

The absolute best beach cottage!

This is the second time we have stayed at this property and I am sure we will again! The cottage is literally on the beach, and every day the tide brings in smooth stones, unusual rocks, and fascinating fossils. (I use them in my mosaic artwork.) The cottage is beautiful, with everything you need for a relaxing vacation, and the owner is very kind and immediately responsive to any questions. In spring, when we have stayed there, we are usually the only people on the beach, so it is wonderful for privacy. It is one of our favorite places!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lacey C.

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

Beautiful & clean stay

Very beautiful property and extremely clean! The host was very nice and helpful. This house is about a half an hour from the Dover Motor Speedway. We had tickets for the race, but wanted to stay somewhere outside of Dover with a nice beach vibe. This beach house exceeded our expectations. We especially enjoyed the walk way in the back of the house for immediate access to the sand and water. My fiancé, his farher, and I would all recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

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

Perfect little beach bungalow

The cottage/ bungalow was just as described. Great amenities in the home. And the view, as you walk in the door, Is simply stunning! Home was very, very clean and I appreciated that so much! Other positives: The closest town of Milford was only attend to 15 minute drive away with some surprisingly fabulous restaurants and an amazing movie theater! There’s a Walmart in town so finding last-minute necessities was no problem. My husband and I also recently started playing Pickleball and I was thrilled to see that there was a freshly painted pickle ball court just a 10 minute walk down the road. We also enjoyed a 10 minute walk to a little boardwalk in A nearby Marsh to watch the sunset one evening – what a delight! Lewes Beach, about 25 minutes away in good traffic, Was a beautiful beach! And the downtown area had some pretty stellar restaurants And a charming downtown vibe. We also like to do indoor bouldering, and the gym in Rehoboth was state of the art with a small bouldering area as well as a climbing wall. That was a lovely find. Overall, our week at the Milford property was just what we’d hoped it would be. Only downside was the drive down to Lewis and Rehoboth could be challenging on HWY 1 because of traffic. And also on the upside – Jenifer was extremely responsive and usually got back to me within minutes of my sending a question. Very much appreciated that as well!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, great view, very close beach access. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maura S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully located just off the beach. Stunning views from living room. Comfy beds, well appointed kitchen, two sunny full baths. We were very happy to stay there,
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing, lovely breezes, wonderful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gravesw7

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

Always a pleasure

We've stayed here the past few years, and it's always the perfect spot. We enjoy it here very much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara K.

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

Perfect Mother's day getaway

This property was perfect, steps to the beach, kitchen is well equipped, every chair and all the beds are comfortable. Everything is clean indoors and out.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful, warm, and very comfortable. Our host, Jennifer, was more than accommodating and was responsive to all questions. We would definitely stay or recommend staying at her home without question. Thank you Jennifer!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

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

Absolutely Amazing

This place was absolutely amazing. My boys loved all the sea life they were able to see and explore. They flipped over so many horseshoe crabs. Jennifer was amazing at responding to any questions we had prior to our stay and while we were there. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory B.

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

Beautiful and Perfect

This place was perfect in every way. Clean, perfect location, perfect property!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

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

Perfect Getaway

This is our second stay at this property and it was as perfect as the first time. Unfortunately our stay was cut short by unforeseen events, but the place is just so cozy and inviting.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William G.

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

Always Beautiful

We love staying here. Everything about it is perfect for us. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J Bryant B.

Completely Modernized Interior with Spectacular Picture Window Views of Delaware Bay.

This property was just recently remodeled and furnished. Very comfortable for a family of four. Terrific beach access and friendly neighbors. We greatly enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan S.

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

Great place

Nice clean, every as expected... hand soap was lacking, but thats not a huge deal.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

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

Great views with great beach house.

The property manager was excellent, the beach house was beautiful and had everything a family would need to enjoy their visit. The views off the beach were beautiful. I would recommend this beach house. It was relaxing and enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitch K.

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

Sweet little beach home

This cozy little home was perfect for our small family trip where we enjoyed our stay beach front and what turned out to be a completely private beach visit. The home had everything we needed for our stay. We loved the decor of the home and the little amenities that came with it made it easy to enjoy a night in after a hot day on the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020