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Premium Bay Forest Resort, End Unit, Beautiful, Spacious, Bethany Beach 3 Miles

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Bay Forest Club House
Front of Villa Belle Bethany
Kitchen with Dining Area
Spacious Kitchen, Hardwood Floor, Granite Counter, Stainless Steel Appliances
Dining Area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8269.4 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Ocean View, DE
  • Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Indian River Inlet
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2 (Yellow Room)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 (Blue Room)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 (Green Room)

2 Single Beds

Loft area

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom (Red Room)

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2 (accessible from Yellow Room/Loft)

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3 (accessible from Blue/Green Rooms)

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Premium Bay Forest Resort, End Unit, Beautiful, Spacious, Bethany Beach 3 Miles

Resort living at its best!

Welcome to Villa Belle Bethany. Completed in October 2014, this like new, bright and spacious (2,900 sq ft) end-unit 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom luxurious villa in Bay Forest community features a great open floor plan, 10 foot ceilings, arched entryway, granite counter tops, gleaming hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances and 6 Samsung HD Smart TVs, just to name a few.

The end unit location allows greater privacy, natural sunlight and ample space for kids to run around outside.

The first floor plan includes a gourmet kitchen, dining room with comfortable sitting for large family groups, a spacious great room, 55'' Smart TV and Blu-ray DVD player. The laundry room off the kitchen has full size Whirlpool washer and dryer. The brick patio off the great room allows you to enjoy the great outdoors while you sip wine, share a meal, or play cards or games.

All brand new furnishings and luxury bedding are featured throughout.

The king master bedroom on the first floor features an additional private sitting room with a queen size sleep sofa for relaxation or reading, 40'' Samsung Smart TV, a master bath (with double vanities,soaking tub and shower), and a walk-in closet. There is another 1/2 bath off the hallway on the main floor.

The second floor has two queen bedrooms, and another bedroom with two twin beds, and a loft with a queen size sleep sofa. Each bedroom is equipped with a 32'' Samsung Smart TV. The loft area also includes a 50'' Samsung HD Smart TV, a Blu-ray DVD player and a supply of games, books, and videos for evenings or rainy days.

The Bay Forest resort offers beautiful walking / jogging / biking trails through wooded areas with views of the many ponds and fountains. There are two Clubhouse complex areas for recreational purposes. The clubhouses feature lap pool, lazy river, water slides, tennis courts, basketball, bocce ball court, playground, and a state of the art fitness center. Enjoy poolside delivery of drinks and meals/snacks or gather in the evening around the community fire pit. All within walking distance! Or head to the community pier for crabbing, fishing, or launching off to kayak, canoe or paddle board towards the bay (you will need to bring or rent your own man-powered boat).

Bethany beach is less than 4 miles away. Free shuttle service to/from the beach runs every hour in season from Bay Forest Resort. Award winning golf courses, duty-free shopping, sailing, fishing, fine dining...... You're just minutes away from the beach towns of Rehoboth, Ocean City, and Fenwick Island, plus all the excitement and activities they offer.

Property manager

Helen

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children are welcome.
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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
Change-over date in Summer (June - August): Saturdays
Per our HOA policy, Guests 5 years and older will be charged a $50 per person per stay fee. Owner will add this fee to total once Guests confirm.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ocean View

Located in Ocean View, this villa is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocean City Beach and Maryland Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Nick's Mini Golf - Nick's Pirate Golf, or check out an event or a game at The Freeman Stage at Bayside. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ocean View, DE

What's nearby

  • Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • The Salt Pond Golf Club - 11 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Bethany Beach Beaches - 17 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Indian River Inlet - 18 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 41 min drive
  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bethany Beach Brewing Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bethany Diner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hooked Up Ale House & Raw Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Den Bar & Grill at Bear Trap Dunes - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Premium Bay Forest Resort, End Unit, Beautiful, Spacious, Bethany Beach 3 Miles have a pool?

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

Is Premium Bay Forest Resort, End Unit, Beautiful, Spacious, Bethany Beach 3 Miles pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Premium Bay Forest Resort, End Unit, Beautiful, Spacious, Bethany Beach 3 Miles?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Premium Bay Forest Resort, End Unit, Beautiful, Spacious, Bethany Beach 3 Miles?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Premium Bay Forest Resort, End Unit, Beautiful, Spacious, Bethany Beach 3 Miles located?

This family-friendly Ocean View villa is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Holts Landing State Park and Dickens Parlour Theatre. Nick's Mini Golf - Nick's Pirate Golf and Bethany Beach Nature Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawn P.

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

Great location in a great community

We enjoyed our stay in Bethany Bay. This townhome was well appointed, clean and comfortable. It was convenient location to the pools and fitness center. We enjoyed the walking paths, access to the bay and the lazy river pool. It was a short drive to the Bethany Beach boardwalk. Helen was a great host who shared a lot of information about the community and the townhome.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

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

Wonderful rental and amenities

This was our 3rd time staying at this rental, rental was perfect and we love the amenities bay forest offers.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Andrea F., Lewisburg

Great Stay!

House was beautiful, pool area was great. My kids loved going to the pool and the water was so warm. Overall, great vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jerome G.

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

Our vacation stay

Excellent and extremely well maintained property. We really enjoyed the other amenities and would highly recommend this property
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janeen D.

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

Very quiet friendly neighborhood. Well kept and safe.

A wonderful home to retreat to after the bustle of the boardwalk and beach. The amenities were great too. I would definitely stay again and recommend this vacation home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

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

Wonderful stay

We had a wonderful stay at bay Forrest!!! The amenities at the property were incredible. From the shuttle to the beach to the 2 pools. We had an amazing week and most definitely will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shamus O.

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

Wonderful

Great stay and Helen made everything easy. The home and community were perfect for us. Hope to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B., Red Lion PA

Beautiful property.

My family and I loved this property. It was clean, roomy, convenient, great amenities. Good value! Owner was very nice to deal with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

BETH T., SEWICKLEY

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

Fantastic

Family vacation. We loved the property and amenities. Perfect family vacation. Enjoyed Bethany Beach. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marian E.

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

Fun stay

Didn’t care for that lock on front door needed help to open
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl C.

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

Great Place to stay!

We had a great time at this location. It was close to the swimming pools which my daughter's family enjoyed, especially the lazy river. My wife and I was able to workout at the workout center and we also enjoyed the swimming pools. The grocery stores were very close. I would highly recommend this location especially if you have young kids in your group. The beach was also very close.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

wendy s.

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

2023 vacation

The house was amazing! Everything was clean, neat and tidy, and exactly as they described it. Helen and Blake are great hosts, and their home is wonderful. We thoroughly enjoyed using both of the pools in the development, in fact, that was the highlight of our trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eugene F.

BEAUTIFUL!

House was perfect! Every ammenity needed, beautiful little community. Location is great, away from the hustle and bustle, but yet close enough to still get to places. Only thing i would change is to have linens and towels included.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey E.

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

First trip to Bethany Beach

The property was perfect for our family group of 7 adults and 2 small children. There was plenty of room for more people but I think the HOA limits this. We couldn't have been more pleased with the space and community. The lazy river was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M., Blandon, PA

Cozy, relaxing visit

Helen was a pleasure to work with. Quick to answer questions and great at providing necessary information. Our family was more than happy with the accommodations in the home. Loved the layout as it provided enough privacy but also common areas to spend time together. Bay Shore is a great Bethany Beach community. Highly recommend staying at this property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

jenny d.

Very serene and accomodating property

This is our second vacation at this property within 5 years. We loved it the first time and loved it the second time! The house is very accommodating for our growing family! The amenities were very nice and they seem to be bettering the community over time with activities, etc. I would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

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

Bethany Beach Vacay

This property was everything we expected from the posting. The kitchen was well stocked with everything you need for cooking, including a crock pot! The property was clean and well maintained. The owners maintained timely communication and addressed all issues. The neighborhood was amazing and has something for everyone. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

jenny d.

Wonderful Family Vacation

Our family of 6, which includes 4 teenage/young adults men, had a wonderful time at this beautiful home in Bethany Beach. Being Marylanders all our lives, it was our first time to Bethany Beach and we loved it. Such a quaint town with great restaurants. The atmosphere of the Boathouse Restaurant was our favorite in addition to the 2.5 mile kayaking trip we did that took us to Fenwick Island. The resort complex was so quiet and peaceful. We spent a majority of our time at the pool since it was such a great facility. We will definitely be staying here again!

10/10 Excellent

aly e.

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

Excellent vacation property!

Excellent vacation home in Bayforest. The house is very clean, spacious, quiet and exactly as described. The wifi is strong should you have to work and there is ample space to spread out. The amenities at Bayforest cannot be beat, with the home in walking distance to the pool and gym facilities, and child friendly activities. The owner is very responsive and easy to communicate with. We have stayed at other properties in the area. Villa Bethany is the best!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary C., Vestal

Truly home away from home

We were in town for a wedding. The condo was spacious, warm, welcoming, exceptionally clean and comfortable. It was actually perfect! Helen was extremely responsive when setting up the dates and the detailed directions left no questions unanswered. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home. Hope to visit again.

10/10 Excellent

Cristin L.

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

Simply Amazing!

This is it! This property was AWESOME! So clean and spacious! Helen and Blake were great to work with! The complex had EVERYTHING we needed! So close to the beach! We were MORE than pleased with this house!! Bethany Beach and Bay Forest exceeded our expectations!! What a wonderful experience!! Thank you again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jodi D.

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

Excellent Visit

Family of 6 adults and 2 children stayed for a week. The home was very spacious and comfortable. Bay Forest is a lovely community with terrific amenities. We used the fitness center, the pools, and walking paths, and the outdoor grill. We had everything we needed. We appreciated having beach items and a bike available in the garage. Grocery and pharmacy within a couple of miles. The owners clearly made an effort to feel that we were in someone’s home. We appreciated the TV streaming service in the living room. The owners were readily available when when questions came up. A very good experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tammie R.

This fabulous beach house went above and beyond our expectations in every way!

This vacation villa has it all - gorgeous home equipped to the hilt; comfortable beds; plenty of room for multiple families; unbelievable clubhouse, gym, pool(the lazy river was definitely a hit) with food and bar service; close to the beach; close to shopping and fresh seafood; friendly neighbors! This was the most beautiful beach house I have ever rented - and at a reasonable price. The neighborhood is close to everything but tucked away in a beautiful, quiet neighborhood. The owners were delightful to work with! Helen always answered my emails promptly and helped me find a good linen rental company. When Helen returned my deposit check, she sent ME a Thank You note! Don't let this villa pass you by on your next search for a Bethany vacation! My family (including out of towners) want to book again for next year! We really want to just LIVE there!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cecelia M.

Perfect Summer Vacation!

Our stay at "Villa Belle" in the Bay Forrest Community was wonderful. The house was perfect for all seven of us. Spacious and beautiful and the community offered something for everyone. The 15 yr. old enjoyed playing with the Xbox in the loft and riding the bike to explore the community when we were not beaching or at the pool. The 6 yr. old couldn't get enough of the pool (actually we all loved the pool) and his daily water ice which was purchased at the grill. And of course there was a beautiful Bethany Beach, miniature golf, Phillips Crab House in OC and the local Charlie K's delicious pulled pork sandwiches. Helen, the home owner is easy to contact. Answers your emails quickly should you have any questions and can be contacted by phone. We had a great family vacation with our children and grandchildren. It is not always easy getting everyone under one roof anymore. Would love to return to the "Villa Belle!"
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Janeen D.

SPACIOUS COMFORT!!

We had a wonderful time in your beautiful home, It was very clean and well appointed. The grounds at Bay Forest are so beautifully maintained, it was like entering a resort everyday. We rode bikes all over Bay Forest and everyone was very friendly! The pool and the Lazy River were a family favorite, (we did wish the pool stayed open a bit later, it closed at 7:00 PM). For us, the 5 miles from the beach was a perfect distance away from the crowds and boardwalk. It was so nice to retreat back to the air conditioned house for some wine and cheese after a day at the beach, pool, or shopping. We had everything we needed provided, including a modest amount of dish & laundry detergent which was very convenient. We took advantage of the grill a couple nights, and also had some REALLY GOOD dinners out. Two of our favorite restaurants were Bluecoast Seafood Grill, and The Dewey Beer Co. Overall this is a lovely home in a lovely development, we would re-rent and recommend this home to anyone looking for a great Bethany Beach vacation! The folks who rented prior to us left a couple beers in the fridge, and it was awesome after our drive and lugging in our luggage to pop those beers open and toast to the start of our long awaited vacation!! We left some for the next visitors, cheers :)

About the host

Hosted by Helen

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We have vacationed in many different places and countries. If circumstances permit, we'd always choose to rent a private home instead of staying in a hotel. After spending some time in Bethany beach, we fell in love with its central location, the unique charm and its family friendliness. We hope to share our retreat with other families who will care for it as they would their own, and hope you will have all the fond memories for years to come.

Why they chose this property

The Bay Forest community offers resort living at its best! The amenities are world class. The people are friendly. The location is convenient yet less crowded. During summer season, the community offers shuttle bus service to/from the Bethany beach, so that you will not have to worry about fighting for a parking spot at the beach during busy days/times. Charming, relaxing and family oriented, Bethany and Bay Forest offer you the best vacation experience.

What makes this property unique

We love the high quality construction of the homes in Bay Forest, the family feel and the quietness of this neighborhood. In addition, this end unit villa offers a great open floor plan (only available in certain newer models), natural sunlight, and plenty of indoor and outdoor space for family gathering, relaxation and enjoyment. The special features such as the arched entryways, hardwood floors and nearby community fire pit also make you feel living right at home while vacationing in a resort!

Languages:

English