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Updated Lakefront Condo; Close to Pool, Beach Shuttle, tennis, and fishing!

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Our condo viewed from across Heron lake
Private entrance in Spring's full bloom
The kitchen and dining area (taken from coffee table in living room area)
Kitchen with granite
Modern appliances and granite counters for your stay.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Bethany Beach, DE
  • Bethany Beach Beaches
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Fenwick Island Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Updated Lakefront Condo; Close to Pool, Beach Shuttle, tennis, and fishing!

Updated Lakefront Vacation Condo With Easy Access To Everything Sea Colony has to offer: Pools, Beach, Tram service, Fitness Center, Family-friendly Activities, and so much more!

My well maintained and modernized 2BR/2BA condo with direct lakefront view makes for a perfect mix of quiet of Sea Colony West and the excitement of the Delaware boardwalks in one vacation. I bought this condo in 2011 and every year I have improved/remodeled or updated including (I invest in maintenance every year!):

- Replaced bunk bed furnishing in 2nd bedroom (2024)
- New walk-in tile shower in Master Bath (2023)
- New dining set on deck (2023)
- New Sofa after 48 weeks of waiting for delivery (2022)
- Refreshed master bath cabinetry (2022)
- New mattress in Master Bedroom (2021)
- Repainted walls and ceiling in main living space (2021)
- New carpet in bedrooms (2020)
- New refrigerator with automatic ice maker (2020)
- New glass-top range (2020)
- New water heater (2020)
- Granite installed in Kitchen (2017)
- Installed New Pergo flooring in living and dining areas
- Installed New tile flooring in kitchen
- Mix of New and Upgraded furniture in throughout condo
- Fresh paint throughout - Painting routinely touched up and bedrooms completely repainted in 2019
- Completely remodeled main bathroom with new tile floor, new granite vanity top, new vanity cabinet, new light fixture, new mirror, and unique towel hooks
- New pots/pans, blender, microwave, and toaster in Kitchen
- 3 Flat screen TVs with cable-provided HDTV, 1 with Blue-ray player
- Wireless internet installed for complimentary tenant use
- Replaced the central Air Conditioner
- Upgraded modern front loading HE washer and and dryer (stack units)

Reading that list and looking at the pictures, it should be no surprise my condo twice earned a 'GOLD' level rating from the Sea Colony realtors summer rental division (before I switched to personally managing the summer rental schedule). I'm proud of how my property looks now so please take the time to look through the entire set of pictures.

In the master bedroom you will find a queen bed. In the second bedroom you will find a double bed with a single bunked above. Total sleeping accommodation is 5 persons.

Two of the community's pools are within a very easy walk; one of these pools also has a baby pool and the other is heated. The closest beach shuttle stop is three units away from my condo and the tram beach shuttle (a kid favorite) stops at the end of the block. TENNIS - the tennis center with over 20 courts is less than a 5 minute walk away. The fitness center was rebuilt and expanded in the 2017-2018 offseason and now has a larger indoor pool, fun water features for youngsters at the outdoor pool, plenty of exercise equipment, and an extensive offering of fitness classes for all levels. The new pickle ball courts and the family friendly amenities at the West Lake are a very short walk away.

Stays will incur a $140 cleaning fee. Guests must bring their own linens (the agencies won't let you do that) or you can book sheets for your stay directly from SheetsAtTheBeach - they have keys to my condo, they provide high quality linens less expensively than the rental agencies, and for a small extra fee they will make the beds up for you! I prefer to rent full weeks in the summer months but shorter rentals are possible in the non-prime season or for last-minute rentals.

As with every Sea Colony rental you will be responsible for purchasing recreation badges directly from the recreation association on your arrival day. These badges cost $47 per person per week in the 2024 summer months and allow access to the private beach (with life guards), the indoor and outdoor pools, the tennis courts, the fitness center, the shuttle transportation network, and other community events (e.g. the weekly beach campfire with s'mores). Unfortunately the badges are not pro-rated for shorter stays - this is one of the reasons I encourage weekly rentals.

This is strictly a non-smoking rental. Also, community regulations do not allow tenants to bring pets so no dogs or cats are allowed. For those concerned about allergies, condo owners are allowed pets and we do bring our dog when we stay.

Property manager

Rob

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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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
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Bed linens and towels are NOT provided.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bethany Beach

Located in Bethany Beach, this condo is on a lake. Jolly Roger Amusement Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocean City Beach and Maryland Beach. Consider Seacrets for a night out or Nick's Mini Golf - Nick's Pirate Golf if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, parasailing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Bethany Beach, DE

What's nearby

  • Bethany Beach Beaches - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Bethany Beach Nature Center - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • The Salt Pond Golf Club - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Fenwick Island Beach - 9 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 28 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mango's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bethany Beach Boardwalk - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bethany Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bethany Boathouse - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Updated Lakefront Condo; Close to Pool, Beach Shuttle, tennis, and fishing! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Updated Lakefront Condo; Close to Pool, Beach Shuttle, tennis, and fishing! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Updated Lakefront Condo; Close to Pool, Beach Shuttle, tennis, and fishing!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Updated Lakefront Condo; Close to Pool, Beach Shuttle, tennis, and fishing!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Updated Lakefront Condo; Close to Pool, Beach Shuttle, tennis, and fishing! located?

This family-friendly Bethany Beach condo building is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Bethany Beach Beaches, Town Museum and Chief Little Owl Totem Pole. Nick's Mini Golf - Nick's Pirate Golf and Bethany Beach Nature Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lilyana R.

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

Fantastic vacation at Sea Colony

We have been vacationing at Sea Colony for over eight years and this was our favorite vacation. The home is beautifully renovated and conveniently located by a pool and tram stops. The owner was gracious and understanding over an issue that arose and we can't wait to rent this fantastic house again next summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica E.

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

Bethany Beach - Sea Colony vacation

Great location and community amenities. Host was very easy to reach and very kind
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

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

Fell in love with Sea Colony

What an incredible stay at a beautiful, well maintained property for our first stay at Sea Colony. We stayed at Rob’s home with our two little boys and had a fantastic time. The property couldn’t be better located; a very short walk to a quiet pool, the tram, and an activity area with shuffleboard, putt putt and a playground that we we visited every morning. Even with some rain in the forecast we made the most of the many amenities (indoor pool, splash pad) and tried our hand at fishing in a few of the pond areas near Rob’s place. Rob was attentive and communicated thoroughly through the whole process of renting. I would recommend his home to anyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney P.

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

Perfect, Cozy Condo

My oldest son & I recently stayed here for a Baseball at the Beach tournament. This condo was the perfect, quiet, cozy space to come back to after a long day at the ball fields. The location is great - very close to shops, restaurants & the beach. We especially loved the fishing lakes right outside the door. Rob was wonderful to work with & we would absolutely come back. Highly recommend! Thanks so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

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

Great stay!

Loved our stay at Rob's house in Sea Colony! Was exactly as pictured. Perfect size for our family of 4. Very peaceful. Additionally, the amenities at Sea Colony were awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie W., Brooklyn

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

Great Stay

It was our first visit to the Delaware beaches and Sea Colony. We loved it! The condo was perfect for our family of 4. It was nice to stay where it was more quiet while having access to all of the amenities and the beach. We brought our bikes and also took advantage of the free shuttle around the community. We'll be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

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

Amazing property

The description is completely accurate as this property has everything a family would want. Pools within walking distance. Playground. Space to relax. And tram stops everywhere that have you at the beach in 10 minutes. We have stayed in OC, Bethany, Dewey, etc but never found THE place for us that we’d want to return to. Well now we have.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine P.

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

Great amenities

Great location with cute patio! Condo had a nice selection of toys and games for the kids. Very clean and had everything we needed. Wish we spent more time enjoying all of the amenities at Sea Colony. Owner was very attentive when wifi wasn't working and it was fixed within minutes!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Great vacation spot!

Our stay at Sea Colony was great!! The owner was very accommodating and answered any and all questions that were asked. The place was clean and there were so many activities offered. By boys loved the fishing at Sea Colony…especially at the beach but the lake right out from the back deck was perfect for us when we were back from the beach! Overall 5 stars!! Thank you Rob! Your place was great!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Bethany Beach

We loved the location and had a wonderful stay. We were able to bike everywhere. Rob was great-he was extremely helpful and easy to get in touch with.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheila K.

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

Cozy condo

We enjoyed it very much. It can use some updating - i.e., coded lock, repaired handle in mbr shower, larger microwave oven. Despite all this we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mohsin S.

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

Great Beach Vaxation

It was just what we were looking for and it’s the part of quieter beaches in Delaware
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

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

Excellent value

Very nicely furnished, close to the beach, all amenities needed for a relaxing stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori F.

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

Beautiful condo in a perfect location

The place looked nice online but was pleasantly surprised it was even nicer in person. The location, cleanliness of the condo and all the amenities of Sea Colony made this the perfect vacation. I would definitely stay here again. The family loved it (2 adults, kids 15 & 12).
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Long labor day weekend

The place was clean and comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked. It was in a nice location on a pond and near a tennis center. We love Sea Colony. Rob made it easy to check in and get our parking pass. Overall a great weekend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

claire g., Arnold MD

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

Great stay

Awesome amenities and location we had a great time thank you :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Valerie P.

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

Great place to stay

This was a very nice place to stay. Our family really enjoyed our stay. Rob was very helpful and responsive to all of my questions. It was close to 2 of the pools and trolley stops.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

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

Beach trip

We had a great experience at this property! It was clean and convenient and in a great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie L.

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

Great Stay in Sea Colony

We were very happy with our stay at Rob's place. Rob was very responsive -- the coffee maker wasn't working when we arrived, and he had a new one sent to the apartment while we were there. Amazing! (Note that you do have to bring your own sheets, and Rob recommends a service for this. Also, the dryer doesn't work too well, but that wasn't a big deal for us as we just let our towels etc dry on the patio.)

10/10 Excellent

Anna G.

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

Wonderful Experience!

Close to everything, comfortable and well equipped. Especially enjoyed close access to beach, tennis, fishing and fitness center. Owner informative, friendly and helpful. Definitely plan to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hayley H.

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

Great stay at sea colony

We would definitely come back. Rob was wonderful and in contact with us when some small issues arose. The condo was big enough for our family. We enjoyed that it backed up to the lake and was quiet and private. the close pools were closed due to covid but it was a short bike ride to a really nice one. It was nice to see most people in masks and it felt pretty safe. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Sarah A., Brookfield, ct

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

Wonderful trip

The property was clean and felt like a home not just a vacation rental. Kitchen was well stocked with everything you need to cook at home. The resort has great amenities. And is a short bike ride/ walk or car ride from downtown Bethany, public park, grocery stores, restaurants etc. Private beach was great. No need to go to any of the public beaches. We never used it but there is a tram stop close to the condo and the tram seems to run pretty regularly. Not every pool was open and they seemed to have reduced hours due to COVID and staffing issues but, there were still plenty of options to chose from. Rob was very responsive, friendly and helpful. We hope to be back again soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

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

Exactly as described!

Well situated unit on Sea Colony property - updated, clean and spacious for our needs. Close to a pool and tennis and just across the main road to the beach and other amenities via tram. The host was gracious, helpful, and communicative. Would recommend and will plan to come again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

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

Accurate listing and communication

We found the listing info to be accurate and helpful. Communication with Rob was timely and also helpful. Sea Colony is ideal for a young family as the tram service makes getting to and from the beach managable and fun (please be nice to the tram drivers), there are many pool options including heated, kiddie and indoor pools and there are plenty of activities nearby on and off Sea Colony grounds. Also, many bathrooms near pools and the beach which are well maintained and frequently cleaned throughout the day. This condo was ideal for our very young fisherman because there is a pond for fishing very close as well as 2 others a short walk or tram ride away.

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

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

great getaway

Cozy, comfortable condo. In a great development that offers many activities, amenities. Short bike rides to shops, restaurant, and beaches. My family truly enjoyed this vacation
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Rob

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We regularly stay in our condo in the spring, early summer and fall seasons (and occasionally in the winter). This is our only rental property, so you are truly visiting our second home... On our stays we typically have breakfast overlooking the lake and have a set of favorite restaurants we frequent for most dinners. We enjoy the same recreational activities (biking, pickleball, swimming, etc.) that will make your visit special.

Why they chose this property

Through the years we have spent many wonderful vacations in Sea Colony and Delaware/Maryland beaches - some which we rented through VRBO. Strolling to Sea Colony's many amenities (private beach, free tennis, fitness center, etc.) through the meticulously maintained grounds quickly transforms us from our everyday Northern Virginia pace to a relaxed 'vacation mode' - so much more so than other areas that we decided to purchase this condo. Now we regularly bike through the town of Bethany and to their family-friendly boardwalk. A round of golf at the Salt Pond executive course provides an 18 hole experience without the typical 5-hour time commitment - it can be played in under 3 hours and has been fantastic for teaching our teenager the game.

What makes this property unique

Sea Colony - The Premier Family Beach & Tennis Resort Community - features a half mile private beach (as the neighboring towns have grown the public beaches have become increasingly overcrowded) , 12 pools (2 within a 3 minute walk from my condo), world class tennis and pickleball, two fitness centers, extensive bike-friendly paths, activities for all ages including kiddie day camps, community shuttle and year-round security. Sea Colony is ranked among Tennis Magazine's Best U.S. Resorts and by Tennis Resorts Online as one of the finest in the world. Sea Colony's oceanfront features five oceanfront pools (including one indoor) and three kiddie pools, plus exercise facilities. The beach is a short shuttle ride (or a 10 minute walk) from my condo and from the beachfront downtown Bethany is a convenient 10 minute walk meaning you can enjoy the boardwalk without having to search for parking!

Languages:

English