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Bear Trap Dunes dog-friendly house w/ shared sauna, tennis court, balcony

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Indoor pool, a heated pool
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Dining
Dining

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 101971 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Bear Trap Dunes dog-friendly house w/ shared sauna, tennis court, balcony

Bear Trap Dunes - 182 Willow Oak Ave

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Capturing the small town feeling in an exciting community, this spacious two-story 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath vacation home - approximately 1,971 square feet - offers exceptional spaces inside and out. The first floor offers the living area, well-equipped open kitchen, dining area and TWO master suites, as well as a covered from porch and a screened porch in back. On the second floor, there are two more bedrooms with a Jack and Jill bathroom between them. The fifth bedroom offers two single beds along with a TV/DVD player. Every bedroom features its own TV and DVD players. There is a full size washer and dryer to help get those not-so-fun chores done faster. The kitchen offers extras such as slow cookers and rice cookers to make cooking fast and easy so you can enjoy the beach and pools more. Central air conditioning too. 6 TVs (4 flat-screens), 6 DVDs, gas fireplace, gas grill, Wifi.

The Village at Bear Trap Dunes surrounds 27 holes of championship golf at Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club. Just three miles to the beach, this exciting golf course community features a fantastic set of amenities, including The Village Pavilion (with indoor pool, outdoor pool, kiddie pool, exercise room, Har-Tru tennis courts, hard surface tennis court, multi-sport court and saunas for homeowners and guests), outdoor pool, playground, summer beach shuttle and clubhouse with restaurant.

Note: The Bear Trap Dunes Owners Association charges an optional per person fee for guests ages 4 and older for the use of the community’s amenities, including the in-season beach shuttle, pools, tennis and fitness center. This fee varies by the time of year and is subject to change without notice. Guests that opt to purchase amenity passes MUST purchase at the Bear Trap Pavilion.

*Up to two dogs are welcome to join you at this home.

*Delaware regulations require all guests sign a lease agreement within 10 days of booking. A lease agreement will be sent within 24 hours of booking and an electronic signature is required before final check-in information is made available.

Delaware Accommodations Intermediary License #2024712698

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Delaware

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • Next to a golf course
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,971 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a first aid kit
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

42451

About the area

Map
Ocean View, DE

What's nearby

  • Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Bethany Beach Beaches - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • The Salt Pond Golf Club - 7 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Indian River Inlet - 14 min drive - 8.5 miles

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 32 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Birds Beer Garden - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bethany Diner - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Den Bar & Grill at Bear Trap Dunes - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hooked Up Ale House & Raw Bar - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Bear Trap Dunes dog-friendly house w/ shared sauna, tennis court, balcony have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Bear Trap Dunes dog-friendly house w/ shared sauna, tennis court, balcony pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bear Trap Dunes dog-friendly house w/ shared sauna, tennis court, balcony?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Trap Dunes dog-friendly house w/ shared sauna, tennis court, balcony?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bear Trap Dunes dog-friendly house w/ shared sauna, tennis court, balcony located?

Situated in Ocean View, this golf holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club and within 3 miles (5 km) of Dickens Parlour Theatre and Bethany Beach Nature Center. The Salt Pond Golf Club and Bethany Beach Beaches are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Bear Trap Dunes dog-friendly house w/ shared sauna, tennis court, balcony Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 34 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

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

Very nice and accommodating location

A good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shelly A.

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

Great time

Loved the property.will definitely come back again
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

John N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Our Stay

The neighborhood is wonderful. Very peaceful and friendly. The house was a bit dated and in need of some TLC. It felt unkept and unclean. The washer sounded like an aircraft carrier. We had ants. The mattresses were uncomfortable. Dog hair was left from the previous renter. We have rented in that community before and expected the same type of experience but didn’t get it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

pam c.

House in need of some care

We loved the Bear Trap Community...we loved the size of this home...we loved that we could bring our dog with us...however, this home was not in good shape...it needs to be refreshed...mattresses were not good...kitchen chairs were wobbly...kitchen dishes full of chips....gas grill was in sad shape...blender broken...house was dirty when we arrived. (sand in bed...makeup powder in drawers)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
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2/10 Terrible

Robert R.

Whole House Smells Like Dog Urine!!

There was nothing to love about this place it reeked of dog urine, the odor overtook the house and our lungs! The house needs a complete overhaul, the furniture was torn and very worn…Within minutes we knew there was no staying at this house. Vacasa was of no help in giving us a refund or helping us find another place to stay! Vacasa told us we didn’t give them a chance to remedy the problem, that would have required replacement of every inch of carpeting, all upholstered furniture and bedding. The dog pee smell was so strong , exposure to this to the odor could cause lung and eye irritations. Shame on Vacasa for representing this house…I will never use Vacasa again, they left us hanging and management was very rude and flippant about the condition of this property. Luckily, we were able to rented another home with Airbnb.
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10/10 Excellent

Renee B.

Bethany Beach Vacation

We are able to take our dogs to this house, lots of places to walk. Shuttle to beach but also just a few minutes drive to the beach. The house is great for us, has all the amenities we needed.
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6/10 Okay

Robert D.

Great location, house size and design great for family.

Bear Creek Dunes is our go to location at Bethany Beach. We love the neighborhood for our family. This house is big enough for our family, well designed for comfort for the length of stay.
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8/10 Good

Helen H.

Enjoyed our 2 week vacation

Conveniently located. Great amenities. Accommodated 8 of us comfortably; however the second floor bedrooms and bath have an odd configuration. ( One bedroom lacks access to the bathroom without going through another bedroom.) We enjoyed the screen porch in the morning and the front porch in the evening.
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6/10 Okay

Judy C.

Needs upgrading

As this is our second stay in this home, I have seen many changes and not for the better. I am grateful to have my dog stay with us but that doesn’t excuse the household items being run down or dirty. I had to clean out the silverware drawer and the pots and pans. The master suite had a huge stain on the carpet and the ceiling had a water stain. The living run furniture was quite broken in and not clean. It’s also time to replace the dining chairs that felt unsteady. This time there were no beach umbrellas or blow dryers. While the home is big and spacious located in a beautiful development with nice amenities, it’s a shame to let it get run down. By the way there is also a loose board on the front steps. This was not a cheap vacation rental.
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8/10 Good

Dillon Z.

Beautiful Home

The Neighborhood of Bear Trap Dunes is really scenic and beautiful. It's so quiet and feels like your in a movie as you walk around the neighborhood. The house was great, and we loved the outdoor screened in porch. Plenty of bedrooms and beds and bathrooms for everyone! Would recommend staying here for family vacations!

2/10 Terrible

Dan C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Bear trap is nice the house is dirty and outdated

Very dirty house. Stained carpets, ceiling, dilapidated furniture. House was filthy when we arrived.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Golf Vacation

The house and neighborhood was perfect for a golf vacation. The house was well-appointed with all the needs for a great time. The only concern was it smelled like cat urine when you first walk in. Also a carpet stain when you walk into master bedroom. The Master bedroom floor squeaks when you walk which can be quite annoying while you are sleeping. However, the rest of the house was great. Perfect back yard if you have kids or a dog.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Lee D.

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

Quiet Golf Course

Nice place, big front and back porch. Neighborhood/Community seemed friendly, we did not use all the amenities so I am unable to comment there. Had some late night giggling teenage cousins... never heard a complaint. I think sound doesn't carry so much off the property. The place was clean. Recommend bringing extra TP. Biggest issue was we had a few allergy sufferers and the fact that pets are allowed -- furniture could probably use a more deep clean every time as there are alot of pollinating trees in both the front and the back of the place. Maybe it's the time of year but it did limit our use of the outdoor space in the back. One thing I would hope changes the front door doesn't have a deadbolt or anything. We had a couple special needs children with us and one unexpected opened the front door. there's an alert you hear but its also easy to miss that too, wanted to be able to latch that at night. Finally, in general furnishing and appliances are from 10 years ago. The TVs are smart TVs but not 4k and we got an error a few times will operating them. You can't stream things from your device -- unless u bring ur own firestick or something like that. and the washer dryer and dishwasher can dominate any conversation in the living room. That said everything worked fine and we'd stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Kate M., Silver Spring, MD

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

Family weekend

Overall a nice weekend. Some of the kitchen accessories (blender, hand mixer) no longer working and need to be replaced. Plenty of bedrooms but not much living space for 10 people. House & furniture showing some wear and tear.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Maryann L.

Beautiful home

The house was beautifully decorated yet cozy. Everything we needed. Neighborhood was extremely quiet as many of the homes were empty during our stay. It was like a retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
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8/10 Good

Mary N.

Nice Layout

House in a nice neighborhood with a view of the golf course. Layout was nice and provide enough space for a large group to hang out.

10/10 Excellent

carol l.

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

Great home

Thank you - the home met our expectations
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Margaret J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great neighborhood

The neighborhood was beautiful. The pool was great. The house is a bit shabby - needs a lot of updating. All kitchen chairs need to be replaced. The sofas are quite worn. The downstairs master bed and bath reeked of cigar (or something) smoke. Kitchen needs way more eating utensils - and a can opener! Plenty of plates and bowls. Ice maker does not work. The screened porch was nice to have. Wifi was up and down. Upstairs master shower has mold. We'll try to find another house in the neighborhood next time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Ron C.

Great Location

The home was prefect. Clean, great location, everything you need for vacation.

4/10 Poor

Suzie T.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Very disappointing

Our trip started with no code to enter the house. We had to call Vacasa and they couldn’t figure out how to generate a code. We had no internet for 2 days (placed multiple calls to Vacasa). Wasted my first day of vacation waiting for the repair man. The house is in very poor condition. The screen door was blown out on the porch (repaired later in the week), the kitchen counter is peeling, the ceiling is damaged and has tape holding it together, etc. The twin beds have terrible, thin mattresses. The TVs were spotty and had no instructions on how to use them, especially with no internet. We were really disappointed in the home, especially for the price.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandara A.

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

May 2021

We recently stayed and had a wonderful time. The house was clean. Beautiful neighborhood. Only about 5 minutes away from the beach and grocery store. We would def. go back!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Yvette D.

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

A Home away from home. Great neighborhood and wonderful people.

Bear Trap Dunes is a vacation place of peace and serenity. Shopping, beaches, friendly and , helpful people alll with in reach. This wholesome community will be our second home. 💜🙏🏿💜🙏🏿
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Great experience

This was a fantastic property for a short family getaway!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

6/10 Okay

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Wifi didn’t work and Vacasa response was incredibly slow

We arrived and the wifi was not working. It took 18 hours for someone to show up and address the issue. This was after multiple phone calls. Given everyone’s reliance on reliable and fast Wifi this was unacceptable. Once fixed the wifi was still slow.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Debra J.

Great home!

My family and I had a wonderful time renting this home. Loved the opportunity to bring our dog. Home is located in a great community and located close to shopping and of course the beach.