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2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4
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Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Bathroom 3
Outdoor shower
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Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Private Cottage Steps to the Beach-just four homes back from the dunes & ocean
I have named my beach cottage La Sauterelle – French for grasshopper – in honor of the copper grasshopper weather vane that has graced the top of my beach home for many years. The grasshopper is a symbol of good luck but I do not have them in the house! This single family cottage is at the end of one of the last sandy lanes in Dewey Beach. It is only 50 yards or so back from the sand dunes, beach and ocean at the end of the street. Perfect for quick trips back and forth from the beach for lunch, snacks, refreshments or naps for the little ones. Wonderful outdoor shower. No major highway to cross in this residential area. And you can easily stroll to all the restaurants and entertainment in Dewey. Or hop the Jolly Trolley on the corner for a quick fun open-air ride into Rehoboth Beach which is just one short mile up the road. This two-story, two-bedroom, 1.5 bath home is a classic cedar-shingled cottage. Tastefully furnished combined living and dining areas, fully equipped and modern kitchen, one bedroom (queen size bed) and one full bath on the ground floor With a full washer and dryer. A side entrance leads to a wonderful outdoor shower and a weber propane gas grill. The circular staircase takes you to the loft bedroom (king size bed) on the second floor with an adjoining half bath. An entrance off the second floor leads you to a dramatic rooftop deck with upholstered patio furniture, table and umbrella. Perfect for enjoying the ocean breeze, sunset and evening cocktails. This well-maintained home features warm pine paneling throughout, tongue and groove wood ceilings, vaulted ceiling in the dining/kitchen area with skylights, gleaming hardwood floors in the living areas and in the cozy loft bedroom. The living room features ample upscale seating with one full size sofa and one love seat, Custom plantation shutters and two French doors And a propane fireplace for use during the months of September and October only. There is a small deck/stoop on the front with one dedicated parking spot on the side The home has cable TV, wifi, stereo, baseboard heating and AC. Occupancy limited to four. I invite you to view a video tour of my home. Thanks so much for considering La Sauterelle for your beach vacation. Hope to see you in Dewey Beach. Small pets are allowed for an additional fee and upon pre-approval by the owner. Rents by the week in season, Saturday-to-Saturday. Shorter stays based on availability, contact owner. Cottage Amenities • Patio door entry into the living area. • Two upscale leather sofas in the living room – one full and one loveseat. Ample seating. • Cable HDTV, DVD, stereo and Internet Wifi. • Three TVs – one in the living room, and one in each bedroom. • Kitchen/dining room is furnished with a big dining table and has all the equipment you might need, including a dishwasher, large fridge/freezer, oven, microwave, gas stove, and enough cutlery, utensils, plates, pots and pans for a small gathering. Coffee-maker, blender and all standard equipment is supplied. • Two bedrooms – one on the first floor with a queen size bed and one in the second floor loft with a king size bed. Designer bed coverings with comfortable updated mattresses. • Full size washer and dryer in the first floor bathroom. • 1.5 Bathrooms – one full bath with tub and shower on the first floor and one half bath on the second floor. Additional outdoor shower on the side of the home. • Ceiling fans throughout. • Gas barbeque grill. • Parking for one mid-size car on the side of the cottage.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pet fee: $250.00 for 1 pet. 300 for 2 pets
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Smoking is not permitted
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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 deadlock
About the area
Dewey Beach
Located in Dewey Beach, this cottage is in the city centre and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Cape Henlopen State Park and Rehoboth Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Cape May - Lewes Ferry.
East of Maui and John Waples Memorial Playground are also worth visiting.
Is Private Cottage Steps to the Beach-just four homes back from the dunes & ocean pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Private Cottage Steps to the Beach-just four homes back from the dunes & ocean?
As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Cottage Steps to the Beach-just four homes back from the dunes & ocean on 3 Oct 2026 start from AU$663, 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 Private Cottage Steps to the Beach-just four homes back from the dunes & ocean?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Private Cottage Steps to the Beach-just four homes back from the dunes & ocean?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Private Cottage Steps to the Beach-just four homes back from the dunes & ocean?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Private Cottage Steps to the Beach-just four homes back from the dunes & ocean located?
Located in the heart of Dewey Beach, this cottage is steps from Dewey Beach and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk. Bottle & Cork and Sunset Park are also within 5 minutes.
Reviews
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Nicely decorated and furnished house. Ceiling fans and mini-split a/c units kept interior very comfortable. We enjoyed evenings on the upper deck. Two minute walk to beach was a big plus. Location perfect for visiting near-by towns. Owner quick to respond to questions.
This is a wonderful little place to stay at! So close to the beach you can pack and bag and walk without having to worry about parking or unloading a car. Dewey beach is the perfect little town. Not too crowded or busy like Rehoboth. I have zero negative things to say about this stay. Cottage had everything we needed and then some.
Kaleigh N.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2025
Dear Kaleigh, thank you so much for your wonderful review of the little cottage. I was so happy that you enjoyed yourself. It’s always such a pleasure having a guest such as you. I hope that we will see you again next summer. Until then, kind regards, Nancy.
We had a wonderful stay and are so grateful to have been so close to the beach. Great washing machines and excellent AC. Loved having the grill. All the kitchen stuff you could need and even included dog bowls. Some of the furniture could be refreshed as it feels worn down. Overall checked all the boxes we needed for a beach week.
Everything was great better than expected. Dewey beach is great and the house and location made it even better
Grace M.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2024
Dear Grace, thank you for your kind words about the little cottage. I was trying to contact you to give you a late check out today but could not reach you. I’m so happy you had a wonderful stay. Your words mean so much to me thank you. Nancy.
The cottage is adorable. Tastfully decorated and well equipped for a wonderful stay. You are within walking distance of all of Dewey Beach and have easy access to the beach. The neighborhood is friendly and welcoming. We love having our 2 small pups with us to enjoy vacation. We plan on coming back often.
Holly J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
Dear Holly, it was a pleasure having you at the little cottage. And thank you so much for your very kind review. I hope to see you again next season cheers, Nancy.