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Salt Hay Haven - Fun filled getaway - Wharton's Cove - Walk to the beach!

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29400 Salt Hay Drive
Exterior
Bay view in the backyard
Living area
Living area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Bethany Beach, DE
  • Place, Delaware Seashore State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bethany Beach Beaches
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Bethany Beach Boardwalk
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half Bathroom

Toilet

Master Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Master Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Outdoor shower

Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Salt Hay Haven - Fun filled getaway - Wharton's Cove - Walk to the beach!

Welcome to Salt Hay Haven! Get excited for a relaxing and fun filled getaway at Wharton’s Cove. An idyllic location, perfect for a family or a group looking to enjoy the summer sun. Take advantage of the one-minute walk to the PRIVATE gated beach (Breakwater Beach) right across the street or take a kayak out for a relaxing spin on the bay.



This stunning 6-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers everything you need for a perfect coastal retreat, with unobstructed water views of the Indian River and private beach access just a one-minute walk away in Breakwater Beach. Located just 1 mile south of the Indian River Bridge and near the Bethany Bike Trail, this home is perfectly positioned for relaxation and adventure alike.

Waterfront Luxury & Comfort:

Designed with an inverted floor plan to maximize the breathtaking views, this spacious home features two master suites, each with its own private bath. The main living floor master suite includes a Jacuzzi tub and separate shower for added comfort. Step outside onto the large wraparound decks on both floors to enjoy the incredible sunsets over the water. Three of the bedrooms open directly onto the decks, providing stunning views right from your room.

Outdoor Fun at Your Fingertips:

The private dock offers easy access to launch kayaks, paddleboards, or even a small boat, making it the perfect spot for water lovers. Whether you're exploring the cove, sunbathing on the beach, or enjoying the waterfront, there's something for everyone. Plus, your furry friends are welcome, as this home is dog-friendly!

Prime Location:

You’ll be just minutes from shopping, entertainment, and a variety of fantastic local restaurants. With ample parking for multiple vehicles, the house is great for families and groups. For added flexibility, a private owner apartment is available on the lower level. It can be rented individually or along with the main house for larger groups. Additionally, there is a second similar beach house just three doors down, perfect if you're traveling with extended family or friends.

Rent One or All Three:

With multiple options, including listings available on VRBO, you can choose to rent just one home or all three properties, making this a versatile choice for any size group. No matter which option you choose, you’ll enjoy the unbeatable location, fantastic views, and easy access to the beach.

Fully Equipped for a Hassle-Free Stay:

The house comes complete with all linens and towels included, so you can pack light and focus on enjoying your stay.

Your Dream Beach House Awaits!

Whether you’re here to relax, explore, or make lasting memories with loved ones, this waterfront home has it all. Book your stay today and experience the magic of Salt Hay Haven!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You cannot drive to beach directly across Route 1. Must walk across. Use gate to left, NOT car gate on rt. Pull knob at rt upper part of walk fence.
Please take beach pass with you when passing through Breakwater neighborhood across the road. If you lose the beach pass it will cost $70 to replace.
Please remember to turn off the propane tank after using the barbecue grill. Also, let us know if the propane gets low.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1347345vb
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

About the area

Bethany Beach

Located in North Bethany Beach, a neighbourhood in Bethany Beach, this holiday home is near a water park and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocean City Beach and Cape Henlopen State Park. Nick's Mini Golf - Nick's Pirate Golf and Baycenter for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Bethany Beach, DE

What's nearby

  • Delaware Seashore State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bethany Beach Beaches - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk - 17 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 34 min drive - 31.0 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 43 min drive
  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Farms - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bethany Beach Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wawa - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bay Forest Clubhouse - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Hocker’s Family Restaurant & Crabhouse - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Salt Hay Haven - Fun filled getaway - Wharton's Cove - Walk to the beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Salt Hay Haven - Fun filled getaway - Wharton's Cove - Walk to the beach!?

As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Salt Hay Haven - Fun filled getaway - Wharton's Cove - Walk to the beach! on 12 May 2026 start from AU$1,386, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Salt Hay Haven - Fun filled getaway - Wharton's Cove - Walk to the beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Salt Hay Haven - Fun filled getaway - Wharton's Cove - Walk to the beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Salt Hay Haven - Fun filled getaway - Wharton's Cove - Walk to the beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Salt Hay Haven - Fun filled getaway - Wharton's Cove - Walk to the beach! located?

Located in North Bethany Beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Delaware Seashore State Park and Bethany Beach Beaches. Indian River Inlet and James Farm Ecological Preserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Donald P.

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

Pleasant Home

Clean and neat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa A.

Very clean, well stocked, short distance to the beach.

This house was great! All of the beds were comfortable and the fact that all 3 adult couples got a King Bed was a huge bonus. The kitchen is very well stocked. We loved getting to sit out on the screened in porch at night and enjoy the sunset and warm weather. The beach is great! It wasn’t crowded at all. You do have to cross busy Rt.1 but with a little patience there was plenty of safe patches to cross. There were 2 kayaks available to use out on the bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca R.

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

Sept 2025

Some hiccups with the house,etc that were addressed quickly. House is dated and needs some TLC- but may have been due to end of season. We are people that cook- lots of pots and pans- no serving pieces; mixing bowls etc- a few added would go along way. Walk to the beach; quiet command the view are the best!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2024
Thank you for your review Rebecca! We enjoyed having your group stay with us and we hope you loved the beach! We appreciate your suggestions and will pass them on to the owner so we can create an even better stay for you in the future. - Victoria :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Beachhouse Gem

Beautiful house with panoramic views of bay and nightly sunsets! Easy walk directly across street to beach with lifeguard. Private dock made fishing, crabbing and kayaking fun and easy. Kayaks/oars were in mint condition and life preservers were also available. Arrival/check in was very smooth. Spacious bedrooms with all large beds that were made up with towels in each room. Bathrooms very clean and supplied with plenty of amenities, soaps, TP, tissues etc.Well appointed kitchen for those who love to cook also with plenty of papergoods.Very large decks with plenty of furniture on both floors gave plenty of room for our large group to spread out.Screened in porch is a huge plus!Plenty of parking space for us and our kids.Short drive to Bethany and Rehoboth.Checkout easy as just had to put linens/towels in bag for service to pick up on check out morning- many other rentals have you clean all before you leave.Looking forward to our next stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle A.

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

Corner lot on the bay with spectacular sunset views.

Corner lot on the bay with spectacular sunset views. There is a shared boat dock where you can drop in kayaks, boards, etc. which was very convenient. You have to cross Route 1 to get to the beach and there is no crosswalk or signs so be prepared to dash across as cars will not stop for pedestrians there. It is a nice private beach. The house set up has one primary suite on the top level and all other rooms one floor below. I did not pay enough attention when reading the description - the owner was in the lower level while I was renting the rest of house and it is rented separately so you could be renting the upstairs while there is someone else renting the lower level of the same house. The description said there was a hot tub as well and I was not able to find it. No outdoor showers which is odd for a beach property. Some of the nice touches that I really appreciated - plenty of toilet paper, paper towels and hand soap already supplied. Small toiletries in the bathroom and foil, baggies and plastic wrap which are so useful, but you never want to buy while on vacation. Linens and towels supplied and, beach chairs, bikes and kayaks available. There were some minor issues that came up while we stayed there, but the management sent someone out same day. The interior is quite dated and some aspects could use some more attention to make the interior as fantastic as the location. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and the house was perfect to accomodate my group.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine S.

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

Perfect Family Get Away

Perfect for our family! Location was excellent! Owner was very hospitable and available. We selected this house, a little pricey for us (but worth every penny) ,because we were all in desperate need of respite after several stressful years. It delivered! Pluses for us were that at our family dog was welcome and the weather was the best this summer. I had read a poor one star report on this house from the year before. Seems there was an air conditioning problem, which unfortunately can happen. I was concerned, as my own health issues require air conditioning, but I took the gamble and won! Would definately recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Joel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Two bedrooms did not have closets. Therefore not legitimate bedrooms.

Good experience. Not a lot of communication.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline W.

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

Lovely family time on the bay!

Lovely space with a big lot right on the cove, with incredible sunsets. Space just as advertised, all well maintained. Little issues were immediately taken care of by Lynn and Wayne. Bikes, kayaks, close to private beach. We are a group of 10 ranging in age from 19-62, and we loved every minute. We will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Martin M.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location

Renter beware of this okay, but poorly maintained property.

Our experience at this Bethany Beach house was far less than ideal. It was not well maintained and cleaned, with stained carpets and dog hair throughout, items left behind from previous tenants on the floor and between couch cushions and a kitchen that needed a thorough scrubbing. The barbecue grill, located on the upper deck, felt like it was on the verge of falling apart. And basic household supplies that you would expect to be on hand — toilet paper, paper towels, garbage bags, laundry detergent, to name a few — were not to be found. During our stay, which coincided with a period of high temperature, high humidity days, the air conditioning unit for the top floor — which held all the living spaces as well as the bedroom we were using — broke. It took two full hot and sweaty days for it to be repaired. As for the house itself, which shows beautifully on the website, there was much to be desired. While the layout sounds nice — top floor living spaces for better views — it creates the need to lug all your kitchen and other supplies up two steep flights of steps. Also, while it’s true that the beach was right across a road from us, that road was DE 1, a high speed four lane highway with no traffic lights in sight. This proved a bit daunting to cross when wheeling our two toddler granddaughters. It also meant that we had to listen to truck and car traffic whizzing by as we attempted to get to sleep every night. So my advice to prospective renters is to look elsewhere for your week on the beach. A vacation is too short to have it marred by the issues we encountered.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2023
This is in response to a really bad review we received this summer. We understand that when you book one of our beach houses, you are setting aside a special family time for relaxation, rest and for making really happy memories. It is our top priority to provide whatever we can to make your stay comfortable, enjoyable and hopefully, a place where you would want to return for a future family vacation. Unfortunately, during the stay of this visitor, the AC system broke down. We have no control of when such inconvenient situations, such as this, may occur. We do have a contract with a local, reputable service company. They were able to come to the property promptly but told us that a part was needed. They were going to order it, but we weren't satisfied, because it would take longer than we were willing to make our guests wait. We had several employees hunting desperately, for free-standing, non-window AC units. We were relieved to have found 3 of these and were on our way to transport them to the beach house. We scoured two states trying to locate the repair part ourselves. We were willing to travel 300 miles to pick it up and get it delivered. Fortunately, we found a part more readily available and immediately had it installed. Due to the pandemic, there is a limit of supplies, but despite the setback, we were able to have the AC “up and running” the next day. We don’t know why there was a shortage of soap, toilet paper, etc. The cleaning company has been instructed to leave adequate supplies. We extended an offer to the guest, that they could stay throughout the weekend into the next week, or they could book a week for a future holiday, free of charge. We understand the beach houses have Route 1 in front. Yes, this isn a busy road to cross. However, just on the other side, is an amazingly, beautiful PRIVATE beach. The windows to the house are double-paned and insulted. We never heard this complaint before regarding the traffic noise. Finally, this unhappy guest threatened to give us a bad review (turns out, a REALLY BAD review) if we didn’t refund him back a substantial amount of his payment. We invite you to come to one of our 2 beautiful beach houses on Salt Hay Drive, in Wharton’s Cove. It is our earnest desire to help make this one of your best, most unforgettable getaways EVER!!
Verified

8/10 Good

Ken H.

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

Great Week at the Beach

House was very well equipped and maintained. Summer and rentals had taken its toll, but very pleasurable week at the beach. Beautiful sunsets over the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

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

Vacation

We rented this property for the week of 8/7 to 8/14. The house was large and was very comfortable for our four adult children. The decking and screened porch were awesome and the views of the sunsets over the bay were incredible. The house came with beach chairs, unbrella and a wagon. Kayaks were also really nice to have. The beach was a short walk and it was never a problem crossing the highway. Overall we had a wonderful time and would rent this property again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Brendan R.

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

Nice stay

Great bay views and sunsets. Good location a few miles from Bethany town. Getting across highway to beach was not as bad as expected. House itself was a good layout for our group, though it’s in need of upgrades and refreshing. Some aspects were pretty bare bones and we did expect more for the amount we paid. Overall, however, our extended family enjoyed our time in the house and surrounding area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Keith M.

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

Bethany Beach stay

This beach house worked very well for several adults, two small children and one baby. Access to the beach, across the highway, was not as much of a hassle as I thought it might be. The back deck, overlooking the sound, was beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Philippa P.

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

The house is beautiful, we had a wonderful time. Our property manager Lynn was great.

The property is beautiful. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia F.

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

Just what we were looking for !

What a stroke of luck we had in finding this beautiful, well appointed beach house. The views alone were magnificent. Our elderly mother was able to sit on the large deck and enjoy her coffee and read her book while taking in the tranquil views of the water. The sunsets were incredible especially when there was a storm inland! It was an added bonus to have bikes, beach chairs and a beach cart already supplied for us. The property manager was lovely to work with and would recommend this rental!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Eileen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Lovely trip

We loved this spacious well equipped house, great location on bay near beach Amazing sunsets & birdwatching from the balcony
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Faye R.

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

Wonderful Wharton's Cove

We enjoyed our stay at this spacious, waterfront home that is beautifully decorated with a nautical theme. From the decks on both levels, we watched and photographed fabulous sunsets over Indian River Bay. Wharton's Cove residents and vacationers have direct access to spectacular, private Bethany Beach just a short walk away. All that is needed is a little patience to get directly to the ocean across Coastal Highway 1, which includes a path for biking enthusiasts. This residence is located at the beginning of the Delaware Seashore State Park and there's no other residence towards the north in Wharton's Cove. It's a great spot for kayaking on the bay and its channels, for fishing and for observing wildlife, especially birds. The beds in the home were very comfortable so we slept well. It was a great stay and easy for our family to comply with social distancing regulations. Thank you for this wonderful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

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

A beautiful spot with a great deck to watch the most amazing sunsets

Plenty of space to gather with friends or have your own space as needed. Super easy check in and check out! . Would definitely stay here again !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

Excellent family vacation!

We loved this 6 bedroom bay front beach home! The sunsets are outstanding, it is spacious and clean. The only difficult part is accessing the beach as it is a bit scary to cross coastal highway on foot, but the beach is beautiful and not crowded.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo C.

Sweet 16 getaway

We booked this house as a last minute getaway for 2 families with sixteen year old daughters. Luckily, it wasn't last minute quality. The location was fantastic. The short walk to the beach took us to a private location. We practically had the beach to ourselves. The owners were communicative and made the trip stress free. We're definitely coming back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

daniel s.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dawn G.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Victoria

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Owned by Captain Henry Wright. Owner Operator of Atlantic Distillers.

Why they chose this property

The most amazing colorful sunsets on the bay side.
Relax on the back deck with a cocktail and barbecue.

What makes this property unique

Dog friendly home but no dogs allowed on beach access. Plenty of dog fun in the bay.

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