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Tranquil Beach Cottage directly across from beach access-Pets & Children Welcome

Family-friendly cottage in Milford

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Exterior
Exterior
Beach
Fully stocked kitchen with Keurig and drip coffee makers
Dishwasher

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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  • Place, Slaughter Beach
  • Place, Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge
  • Place, Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk
  • Airport, Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Outside:

Towels provided · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tranquil Beach Cottage directly across from beach access-Pets & Children Welcome

We still have openings for summer 2024!
Send a request for a list of availability with rates.
This Slaughter Beach Cozy Cottage is looking forward to sharing the beautiful beach with new visitors. The property is located directly across from public beach access so your feet will never get tired of walking to the beach. The cottage features Wi-Fi access and cable TV. However, lounging or reading a book on the screened in patio is sometimes just as relaxing. The cottage is located on two lots with a beautiful view of the Nature Preserve so you will have plenty of space for outdoor fun, bunny or bird watching in addition to your own privacy. There is a spacious outdoor patio area for sunset dinners. Recent renovations include all new floors and ceiling fans in addition to a tankless hot water heater, air conditioning, a brand new washer and dryer and an outdoor shower for added convenience. The tankless hot water system allows for endless amounts of hot water for all of the guests!


The cottage is fully furnished and recently renovated. You will find everything you need if you plan on cooking during your stay. There is a gas stove and oven, dishwasher and coffee maker. There is even a grill outside for your convenience.

We offer guests the option to use our linens at no additional fee however, outdoor beach towels, beach chairs, and coolers will need to be supplied by the guests.

During your stay you should expect to see horseshoe crabs, numerous birds and wildlife. The bay at Slaughter Beach offers guests a more relaxing time playing in the water. The waves are small and the tide is remarkable. You will find when the tide is high you can sail boats, swim laps, fish right from the beach and kayak for hours. However when the tide is low you will find an open ocean bottom waiting to be discovered. Take a walk in the bay and discover what lies beneath.

Slaughter Beach is located North of Rehobeth Beach and Lewes, Delaware. The Tanger Outlets are close by and offer approx. 130 brand name outlets along the 3 mile stretch of Route 1. Near the Tanger Outlets you will find Midway Speedway Park, an exciting family attraction. It has 5 go-kart tracks for all skill levels in addition to 18 holes of miniature golf.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
2 pack& plays, 1 high chair available upon request
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
$75 non refundable fee to bring your pet.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside- outside okay.

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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Milford

Located in Milford, this cottage is in a rural area and near 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. Windsurfing, sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Slaughter Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Tanger Outlets - 32 min drive - 43.0 km
  • Lewes Beach - 32 min drive - 42.6 km
  • Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk - 36 min drive - 47.1 km

Getting around

  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Farms - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mills Brothers Chicken Man - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Grotto Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Milford Elks Lodge - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil Beach Cottage directly across from beach access-Pets & Children Welcome pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tranquil Beach Cottage directly across from beach access-Pets & Children Welcome?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil Beach Cottage directly across from beach access-Pets & Children Welcome?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil Beach Cottage directly across from beach access-Pets & Children Welcome?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil Beach Cottage directly across from beach access-Pets & Children Welcome located?

This family-friendly Milford cottage is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Slaughter Beach and Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge. Second Street Players - Riverfront Theatre and Live Cheap & Make Art Studios are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 125 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

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

Great location

Very nice cottage and very clean. Perfect location to beach. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

PJ W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was absolutely beautiful & had a very cody feel. Love the Slaughter Beach area. Very quiet & peaceful. Loved the front room as well as the porch. Milo, my bulldog, felt very much at home. Hope to rent this fabulous place again real soon. -Patty & Milo Wilson.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a very cute beach cottage, well appointed. The location was great. The screen porch was a necessary plus. We had a nice trip. The beach was uncrowded. Our dogs loved it. Nice walks on the beach and street side. Thank you for a great beach getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time at this adorable beach cottage across the street from the beach! Our 5 yo and dog had a blast at the beach! We even got to see some neat critters such as bats, foxes, and a variety of shore birds. Some more electrical outlets throughout the cottage as well as hand soap would have made the stay even better but good times were still had! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rynell C.

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

Great weekend!!!

Cottage was immaculate and welcoming! Everything we needed for the beds, bath, and kitchen were supplied! We had a wonderful time in Slaughter Beach and look forward to returning in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

2/10 Terrible

Boris S.

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

Spoiled vacation

Getting to the tranquil cottage was “interesting”, it’s on a natural reserve, with a beach full of dead horse crabs, and blood sucking flies as well as mosquitos. My wife was bitten and bloody, and had an allergic reaction. Being with a baby, we realized this was a bad idea. We didn’t feel secure in the house, windows exiting the bathroom had no curtains, the house was not cleaned, the floors were full of sand, black long human hairs and short white animal hairs were found. Our 1 year old granddaughter found different snacks by the books and in the couches, such as a peanut chewy nut bar and pretzel crackers. The pack and play was dusty and stained so we did not use it. The furniture was very old, the beds were spring beds and the beds shook constantly, with old blankets that had holes in them. There were no outside lights either and it was creepy to be outside after 9pm. The WiFi only works in the main area, not in the bedrooms and the AC is in the main room, therefore you have to sleep with the doors open, or the fan on in your room. The location and home reminded me of a scary movie. There was a very strict list of everything that needs to be done upon departing the location, such as vacuuming, and taking off bed sheets. We cleaned up after the people that stayed there and had to clean up after ourselves. If we knew the truth about the cottage we would Have never ever stayed here. All the good beaches are 30-40 minutes away from the cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. The beach wasn't that far from the house & my 3 girls { Dogs } loved the beach. The house was big & clean. We'd like to stay here again. Thank you, Robin
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
My family had a wonderful vacation here, and we very much enjoyed the peace and quiet that Slaughter Beach provided. The host was wonderful, and helped us through a small snag with sleeping arrangements before we even realized there was an issue. There is no pull out couch, any longer, and we were expecting to use it, but they set us up with a blow up mattress right away. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed to cook---the only thing I wished it had was a little more of a pantry space to put the foods we had brought along.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie C.

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

Serene Getaway

I booked this property due to the close proximity to my son’s tournament. It turned out to be so much more than a convenient location! It is an absolutely beautiful home and property, full of nature. It is so much bigger than it appears and is immaculately clean. The beach is less than a minute walk across the street and is perfect for long walks. We loved that is was a horshoe crab sanctuary, and did our part to flip any crabs that were turned over due to a storm. We hope to stay here again if we are in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim Y.

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

Excellent stay!

We really enjoyed our stay! The cottage was very clean, had a fully stocked kitchen, great backyard. This is a perfect spot if you want to have a quiet relaxing time at the beach. It was close to other attractions also.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint cottage , very clean wonderful place to relax and enjoy family. Communication with host was perfect no delay very responsive . Have a fabulous time at Slaughter beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard d.

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

As always - great

It's a nice little property with great amenities nearby. Great to stay there again.
Stayed 23 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise D.

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

Cozy, clean & bright

We were looking for a quiet place to relax and we found it here. The house was very cozy with well-equipped kitchen. The beach was just across the road for sunrise viewing and long walks. The sunset from the back porch was beautiful. We saw the neighborhood fox a couple of times. All this and it’s just a short drive to Milford's store’s & restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

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

Peaceful relaxing vacation

Love the houses quaint vibe. The backyard is huge. Fully equipped kitchen, no lie. I loved the vacation here. Short walk to the beach. I wanted a change from hustle bustle and found it here!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

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

Family Beach Vacation 2024

My family and I loved this property! It was 100 steps to a beautiful, quiet, beach! The house was clean! We liked having 3 bedrooms! The entire family enjoyed the outdoor shower! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

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

Beautiful Beach Cottage

We had a wonderful trip. The cottage and surrounding area was just as pictured. The place was clean, well stocked, and offered plenty of space, huge bonus for having sheets and towels so we didn't have to pack them. We were thrilled to be able to bring our two elderly dogs. The beach was clean and beautiful, buggy bear the cottage but that was expected.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

We absolutely loved staying in this perfect little cottage, literally right across from beach access. The location was perfect, and my son also loved the playground right down the street. The outside shower was an added bonus for sandy, wet feet and for our dog who loves swimming. We wanted quiet, safe and dog friendly and that's exactly what we got🙂
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen A.

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

Great place by the water!

We stayed here while my son had a lacrosse tournament in Frederica. This place is in a great location and the cottage was very clean and sneakily spacious. The location is very nice and close to the beach. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard d.

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

Great house in a great location

Once again a great stay in this house in it's central location. It's had a few upgrades since we last stayed which has made the kitchen even better.
Stayed 24 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Albert R.

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

Great Cottage

My wife and I stayed in this great cottage for a week. It was exactly what we needed for our stay. Clean and comfortable. Would stay here again if we’re ever in the area again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John T.

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

Peaceful and spotless

We needed a 0lac
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin T.

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

The BEST beach cottage!

A perfect place for a romantic getaway or a family, right across from the beach, has everything you could need! Owner goes above and beyond to make you are comfortable, answer any questions you have and make sure you are happy!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt Pam D., Corning, NY

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

Great Property, Great Location

We stayed here while visiting my family for Christmas, so we were only in the beach house to sleep. The property was spotless and spacious, and I always appreciate contactless check-ins. My family of 5, including 3 young adult children, had ample space to spread out. The location is perfect. Although it was December, we walked the beach each morning. It is literally across the street. The National Wildlife Refuge is less than a mile away. I saw snow geese in the pond there on my run. The host was very responsive. We had trouble with the wifi on Christmas Eve, and she had it fixed immediately. Thanks for a wonderful stay and wonderful memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

George E., Athens PA

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

Slaughter beach

The house was fine and as described. There was a washer and dryer that I had not seen in the description which was nice. The beach was clean and not crowded even on Labor Day weekend. The water was very shallow so that you couldn’t swim
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine D.

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

Great stay steps away from the beach

The house was great - comfortable, spacious, and very close to the beach! The hosts were communicative and helpful. We had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Krista Harris

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This home was purchased to bring our family together. We use the home for holidays to make sure everyone can stay close. The rest of the year we hope to share beautiful Slaughter Beach to vacation goers.

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