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Cottage on the Beach

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View of the Bay
Looking at cottage from beach
Rear of cottage
Endless views
Looking north from deck

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Milton, DE
  • Broadkill Beach Beaches
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Lewes Beach
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Cape May - Lewes Ferry
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

+1
1 Single Bed and 4 Double Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Cottage on the Beach

Charming beach cottage located right on the water with direct access to beach crossing and endless stunning views of the Delaware Bay. Spacious open floor plan with plenty of sunshine and room to relax. Features full screened in porch with open decks on the front and back of the cottage. Great space to hang out in the evening, listen to the waves and enjoy a cold cocktail.
Convenient location for anyone who loves the beach - this cottage is best enjoyed outdoors. If you love the beach, hanging on the deck, and using the outside shower - this cottage is for you! If you are looking for a new home decorated with Pottery Barn, it is down the street.
Plenty of off-street parking.
New in 2022, central air conditioning added to the entire cottage.
New in 2023, two brand new decks on the front and back and a new outdoor shower.

Property manager

The Lawsons

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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
Pets are welcomed; please be respectful.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed on the property.

Check-out instructions

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

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Milton

Located in Milton, this cottage is on the beach. Shoppers can check out Tanger Outlets, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Cape Henlopen State Park and Lewes Beach. Midway Speedway and Lightship Overfalls are also worth visiting.
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Milton, DE

What's nearby

  • Prime Hook Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Broadkill Beach Beaches - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Lewes Beach - 25 min drive - 25.5 km
  • Cape Henlopen State Park - 25 min drive - 28.3 km
  • Cape May - Lewes Ferry - 26 min drive - 29.7 km

Getting around

  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf Bagel - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Big Oyster Brewery - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Lewes Diner - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Irish Eyes Pub & Restaurant - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage on the Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cottage on the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage on the Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage on the Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Milton cottage is just steps away from Prime Hook Beach and Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge. Broadkill Beach Beaches and Beach Plum Island Nature Preserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

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

Great beach cottage

Our family had a great time! Great location on the beach. The cottage had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Heather P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy communication and check in/check out. Great location and house was lovely. We really enjoyed our stay. Only one minor complaint was the bugs come in through the deck boards on the screened deck but they do provide citronella candles which helps. Thank you for sharing your house with us Lawsons!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Love this property and location

Amid all the over building and extravagance taking over Broadkill, this house stands by its origins. With enough updating to be super comfortable. Thank you , Lawsons!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley D.

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

Beach side getaway

Visited for spring break. Lovely, practical, property, just as advertised. Kitchen was very well stocked with all equipment needed for cooking and baking. Plenty of games and books. Hammock was an unexpected addition. Perfect for a family getaway with older kids (ages 8-15). Direct access to the beach. Spent hours walking and playing on the beach. WouldLove to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina B.

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

Perfect cottage

The perfect laid back cottage on the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Amazing stay!!

The house location is absolutely perfect and the views are stunning and unobstructed! Our family enjoyed our stay and found the house to have everything it states and more! We look forward to returning and staying again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karla M.

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

Nice cottage on the beach

Great location. Nice house.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Awesome stay

Great cottage…. Beautiful sunrises and great walks on the beach… We did have issues with gnats in the house, but other than that had a great time . The dogs had a great time as well. Thank you so much!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom O.

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

Nice get away

The property is as advertised. Clean, well equipped. Owner very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lori T.

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

Lovely Hideaway

This lovely cabin is located perfectly. A short stroll to the waves with a beautiful view of the dunes. Comfy beds and screened in porch all add to the peaceful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

kris r.

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

july 4th week

as always a wonderful relaxing stay!! until next year
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Art B.

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

Location, location location

Wonderful unpretentious beach cottage on the bay, nice calm water unlike the ocean, our dog loved every minute of it. Nice and intimate size, not too big, and super comfortable.. Very clean and fresh- smelling,, no must idyrs
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori E.

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

Wonderful Place

This was a great house for a small group of adults. It can also accomidate kids we. Wonderful veiw of the ocean and comfortable house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Amazing views and house

The covered deck overlooking the water was our favorite part of the house. The house was clean, well stocked. We truly enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Krista V.

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

Better than the pictures

We enjoyed our time at the cottage. The proximity to the beach was amazing and the screened in porch was a bonus! The house is cozy and has everything we needed to have a great beach trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne A.

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

Peaceful

The Lawson property reminded us of beach cottages from our childhoods, in a good way. It is charming and cozy while having all the comforts of home. The beach was easily accessible and we had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryn S.

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

Wonderful Broadkill home!

We had a wonderful time in Broadkill this year. The home was perfect for our family! It was extremely clean. The outdoor shower and multiple hoses around the property are perfect for getting cleaned off after a day at the beach. Todd was very responsive to our questions prior to and during our stay. We hope to be back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra T.

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

Blissful

What a wonderful cottage on the bay! Peaceful setting, wonderful screened in porch and direct access to the beach. A relaxing week…. Thank you so much for having us
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hugh T., Maryland, USA

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

Quiet comfy beachhouse on Delaware Bay

Wonderful, well-appointed older beachhouse with delightful screened deck & expansive bay views. Great communication and quick response from owners. We hope to return in coming years.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Byrd T., Chadds Ford, PA

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

Great & Weather

Painless
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom O.

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

Wonerful stay

We had a wonderful stay. Everything was as expected as we stayed here last year. Will be back again. Todd was readily available to provide advice/assistance if necessary. That is very reassuring.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandy H.

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

Cute cottage with wonderful views

The listing was just like the listing was represented online. The cottage was clean and the furniture was comfortable. The screened in porch was very nice to sit and listen to the waves. The cottage is steps from the beach and the neighborhood was quiet. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

kris r.

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

home away from home

we have been coming for a few years and it definatly is our home away from home. So much so when we come off beach we tell our dog to go home and he takes himself there!!!! the new deck is my favorite part and the outdoot shower is beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

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

Spring break getaway

We had a great time at this cozy cottage with our 3 children! The weather did not cooperate but it didn’t stop us from exploring the area. Will have to go back to try a bonfire on the beach one day! Todd was excellent at communication when we had a question/concern. Love the deck and the view!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Victoria R.

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

A gem of a beach house!

We were so delighted with our stay in this sweet little beach cottage. We stayed with our three adult children and their spouses and one small dog. There was plenty of room for all of us. The location was perfect! Right on a lovely quiet bay beach. But a short drive away from the ocean beaches for a play in the waves. It was a nice walk up to the adorable Broadkill Store, which we frequented for their delicious ice cream! We very much enjoyed the large screened in deck which easily accomodated all 8 of us for dinners and games in the evenings. We also enjoyed a few short day trips to the Futuro House and the Deleware Botanical Gardens. We did not need to contact the owners during our stay, but I would love to meet them sometime. All in all it was the perfect summer getaway. I would highly recommend this beach house for a delightful summer vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by The Lawsons

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This is a family owned cottage that we stay in when we do not rent it during the season. The cottage is "well loved" and great for families looking to chill out at the beach, read a book, or enjoy appetizers on the porch. The cottage is not huge, perfect size for a family of 6-8 people. It has one bathroom so that is always a pinch point. But you can't beat the access...we are right at the edge of the dune. 30 seconds and you're at the water's edge.

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English
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