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A Vintage Experience

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Slaughter Beach, DE
  • Slaughter Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • DE Turf Sports Complex
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Lewes Beach
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

A Vintage Experience

Welcome to our Summer House. We are in the quaint water front community of Slaughter Beach; located at the south side of the Delaware Bay. Our hope is that you will make wonderful, lasting family memories as we have done over the years. Come and enjoy the lazy days of times past with the backdrop of beautiful, color filled sunrises and quiet sun drenched evenings. The water’s edge is only 70 feet from our cottage and the gentle waves are perfect for children and grandparents alike.

From our living room savor the 180 degree view of the vast Delaware Bay. The summer house is fully furnished; complete with two bedrooms including queen size beds, one queen size pullout sofa, two full bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen, washer/dryer and outside shower. If you want more adventure bring along your kayak. During high tide enjoy swimming and fishing from the shore. During low tide wander the flats, exploring all the bay has to offer up close.

The recently renovated Cedar Creek Marina is only 5 minutes away. Here you will find beautiful boat ramps, easy on/off boat launch spaces and parking to accommodate large trucks and trailers. Spend the day or week boating on the bay, sunbathing, fishing or both. There is a small, one time fee for boating on the bay and may be purchased at Cedar Creek Marina.

Within the Slaughter Beach community, just a 10 minute walk away, a newly installed playground for children, pickle ball court and a small boardwalk that overlooks the marsh and its abundant bird life.


The Summer House is close to many Delaware activities and popular hot spots. Only 35 minutes south on Rt 1 you can enjoy the historic Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk with its popular shopping and hip dining. Or visit the historic town of Lewes with it’s small, old town atmosphere, unique shopping and restaurants. Lewes is home to the Cape May-Lewes Ferry. Explore the southern tip of the Cape May, NJ peninsula with its boutique shopping and signature restaurants for wonderful day trip. Only 35 minutes north on Rt 1 you can enjoy the Dover Air Force Base & Museum, Dover Downs Casino or Dover International Speedway. Then return to Slaughter Beach to slow down and relax.

So grab your swimsuit, sunglasses, a good book and enjoy making new memories in Slaughter Beach at The Summer House.

*Please note:

Our home is pet free as a courtesy to our guests.

We do not provide linens, however; our guests have used "Coastal Beach Services" for sheets/towels & have been very pleased.

LOCAL POINTS OF INTEREST:

Dover Air Force Museum; 21 miles
DuPont Nature Center; 2.6 miles
Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk; 24 miles
Killens Pond Waterpark; 17 miles
Bottle & Cork Live Performances; 24 miles
Hudson Fields Event Complex; 14 miles
Dover International Speedway; 28 miles

Property manager

Jennifer Phillips
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Milford

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.
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Slaughter Beach, DE

What's nearby

  • Slaughter Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Prime Hook Beach - 17 min drive - 14.8 km
  • DE Turf Sports Complex - 20 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Cape May - Lewes Ferry - 30 min drive - 34.3 km
  • Lewes Beach - 33 min drive - 35.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Grotto Pizza - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Elks Lodge - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪River Lights Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bread N Butter Bakery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kaisy's Delights - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Vintage Experience pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Vintage Experience?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Vintage Experience?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Vintage Experience 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 The Rookery North Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Kiki K.

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

The perfect, peaceful escape

I had a little trouble understanding the description of where the rental was located, but it was behind the building actually labeled as the address provided, and the driveway was on the right of the address. Jennifer called me as soon as I indicated I was havinpeaceful
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Sangeeta P.

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

Fantastic getaway

The house was just perfect. Clean, beautiful view of the water. And the location, far from the madding crowd was just what the doctor ordered! Thank you, Jennifer!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Paula M., Hainesport, NJ

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

Perfect for R&R

We just returned home from our stay and already want to go back. The house is amazing and perfect for rest, relaxing, and reading. Jennifer is a responsive host who has thought of everything. Thank you so much for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann D.

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

WONDERFUL COTTAGE

Best vacation in years! Just steps to the beach and oh so quiet!! Many restaurant choices just a short drive away. This slice of beach is a hidden gem. The cottage was PERFECT! Well stocked kitchen, comfy beds and very nice living space. We even saved a few horseshoe crabs. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Weekend getaway

This property was so perfect for what we needed!! Beautiful little cottage right on the water. Brought my daughter down to attend the 2022 Firefly Festival in Dover. I attended some of the festival, too, but also had downtime here at this “breath of fresh air” beach escape. Exactly what I wanted - to be able to sit and drink my coffee and look at the water. And the owner was very sweet, responsive, easy to contact. Thank you for a great stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

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

Perfect!

My family had a great, relaxing time at Jennifer's place. The beach was so peaceful and the calmer bay water is perfect for young kids. It rained a bit during our stay, but with the beautiful water views from the house, we didn't mind having to stay inside sometimes! The house was very clean and the kitchen was well-equipped with everything we needed for cooking. Be sure to bring bug spray for sitting on the beach and water shoes if you plan on getting into the water!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

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

Perfect for a Peaceful Getaway

Prior to this, my wife and I always made Slaughter Beach a side trip from Rehoboth to scout for fossils and kayak. This time we stayed four days and loved every minute! It is such a quiet and peaceful place and the house is perfect for reading, relaxing, and wandering onto the beach whenever you want. Great food and entertainment are only 25 minutes away in Lewes and Rehoboth, but you don’t have to fight traffic or deal with rowdy crowds. We never wanted to leave. The best alarm clock in the world is the sunrise shining over the bay and peeping in the back windows of the house.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecelia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Phillips

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What makes this property unique

Slaughter Beach is a small quiet community and this home is only 70 feet to the sand and surf making it safe and friendly for children and parents. Our family enjoys the restful sunrises and warm sunsets.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests