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Relax big in a small beach town!

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Property grounds
Smart TV, DVD player, foosball, books
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Game room
On the beach

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms2200 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Milford, DE
  • Slaughter Beach
    1 min walk
  • Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge
    14 min walk
  • Bayhealth Hospital-Sussex Campus
    12 min drive
  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County)
    143 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Milford

With a stay at this vacation home in Milford, you'll be on the beach, just a 1-minute walk from Slaughter Beach and 14 minutes by foot from Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge. .This family-friendly vacation home is 22.4 mi (36 km) from Lewes Beach and 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Milford Dog Park.

What's nearby

  • Slaughter Beach - 1 min walk
  • Prime Hook Beach - 18 min drive
  • Dogfish Head Craft Brewery - 18 min drive
  • DE Turf Sports Complex - 19 min drive
  • Lewes Beach - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grotto Pizza - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Elks Lodge - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪River Lights Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bread N Butter Bakery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Benvenuto - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Relax big in a small beach town!

Enjoy "Shouts of Joy" spacious home layout. The 1 king bedroom and 3 queen bedrooms and 2 full baths afford you the privacy and space for a relaxing vacation. With 3 comfortable family rooms and a fully equipped kitchen with full size refrigerator, stove, dishwasher and microwave. All your friends and family's needs will be met. The laundry room is equipped with a full washer and dryer. Step out the door to find a outside shower and a spacious yard. The best part, the beach is right off your deck, so you're steps from the waters edge. Spending the day on Slaughter Beach is like your own private seashore playground. Enjoy!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a full-sized refrigerator/freezer and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Lesley Giampietro

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

SHOUTS OF JOY
Relax Big In A Small Town
Relax big in a small beach town! Milford
Beachfront Home. Relax big in This Small Beach Town
BEACHFRONT HOME. Relax big in this small beach town.
Relax big in a small beach town! Private vacation home
Relax big in a small beach town! Private vacation home Milford

Relax big in a small beach town! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 85 reviews" "
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another Amazing Stay!
This is the second time we rented this property and it's truly a gem! It had everything we needed, and the ease of accessing the beach is the biggest bonus! Thank you for providing us with another memorable vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kristina G.

Liked: Cleanliness
August 2024 vacation
We were surprised and delighted how nice this property was including its convenient location to the nearby towns and other ocean beaches. We had a great and fun time here, good memories! Very comfortable space, furniture and beds were all very comfortable. Our group consisted of 5 adults and a 2-1/2 year old, plenty of room for everyone, house layout worked perfectly for us. Beautiful, private, clean beachfront that was so easy to access, just walk right out to it! Low tide teems with marine life and tidal pools, quite awesome to experience that. The large deck has stunning views of the water and plenty of comfortable deck chairs. Dining room table was more than big enough for all of us, we had great meals here. Appliances all worked great. I would absolutely recommend staying here, and we would be glad to rent this property again. The only complaint was the place needs a good scrubbing. There was a nasty, grimy ring around the tub and the bathroom wasn't that clean overall. Dusty and dirty corners and windowsills. Our bedspread had stains so we didn't use it but the mattress pads and beds were clean. I would recommend a more diligent cleaning crew as rooms seemed to just get a basic wipe down; the silverware and utensil drawers all had crumbs in them, and the fridge had fingerprints all over it on our arrival. But we did an easy clean-up and really enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great year on Slaughter Beach
This was our third year in this home and it was another wonderful time! We love how quiet this beach is—we set up our tent and chairs when we arrive and don't have to move them all week. The locals have become people we look forward to seeing again year after year--so kind and welcoming. You can't beach the nature you see here either ... this year we enjoyed observing sea cucumbers, a variety of jellyfish, hermit crabs, spider crabs, ghost crabs, horseshoe crabs, blue crabs, brown pelicans, great blue herons, seagulls, and sandpipers. We caught and released tons of croakers, and our neighbor caught and released a dogfish shark, which absolutely delighted the kids. We can't wait to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
As advertised
Off the beaten track, but pretty close to everything. Felt like a getaway vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Vacation
The house is right on the beach with great views, a big deck, and a nice layout with lots of living area. We had a nice time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vivian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Property
This is our third visit. It is a beautiful and relaxing place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen V.

Liked: Cleanliness
So beautiful and relaxing!
This was our first visit to Slaughter Beach. We were ready to get away from "commercialism" and made the perfect choice when we chose this location. The house was wonderful! The furnishings and all the personal touches were so welcoming. We especially enjoyed the owner's original artwork! The mattresses were amazing! The other couple that vacationed with us as well as the friends that visited for a couple of nights during the week all remarked at how comfortable they were. The home was quite spacious. It was the most well laid out floor plan of any home we have vacationed in. With 2 living rooms and an expansive deck, there is ample room for multiple adults and/or children to have their own space. The kitchen was well appointed with everything we needed. The wine/beverage fridge was a wonderful addition and was put to good use during our stay. We had no problems with internet connectivity and streaming. As for Slaughter Beach and the Marvel Salt Marsh, they are beautiful! What incredible natural resources are encompassed in such a small & quiet community! We were completely relaxed from the moment we arrived and enjoyed every minute of our stay. We had a wonderful week and will no doubt visit again. The owner, Lesley, deserves AAA rating!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, great location, fantastic host
We've rented several houses in Slaughter beach over the years and this one fitted our needs well. Everything was good, communication was great and all very easy. Thanks for making our stay so good.
Stayed 24 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Vacation!
The pictures of this property do not do it justice. It's was beautiful, comfortable and had everything we needed. The owners have thought of everything down to the smallest detail. The proximity to the beach and ease of using the walking path were so convenient. We were blessed with beautiful weather and shared some wonderful times with family. I cannot wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Carolyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy w/ our stay
Nice, family place on a quiet uncrowded bay beach. Old school seashore decor. Nicer than the photos portray. Only downside — late check in (4pm) and early check out (10am), adjusting to the norms of 3pm and 11am would be sweet. Feedback to vrbo (not the owner) — hate the add-on fees, transparency in pricing during searches would be appreciated.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great year!
This was our second time staying in this home and it was just as wonderful as we remembered! Love having bedrooms on two floors so we can put the kids to bed downstairs (they sleep in one downstairs bedroom, we sleep in another downstairs, grandparents sleep upstairs, had one more upstairs room empty) then hang out upstairs for adult time. Can’t beat the beach view from the porch. House is clean, comfy, and lovely. Locals, especially the owners of closeby houses on either side, are so kind and welcoming. Love this beach and house for relaxing time for all ages.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marius L.

Liked: Cleanliness
family vacation
This was our second stay at this property and we had a great time once again. We had three generations of family with kids (age 3 & 5) and we made life lasting memories. The property has amazing views of the bay, it is great place for young children as the the Bay has less waves and is flat at times like a lake; we will be back some time in the near future
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

heather

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Stay at Slaughter Beach!
A small community with amazing beach...its a different beach every day! Love, love, love that this beach is out of the way and lacking in crowds and tourists! PERFECT. House was lovely with enough room for everyone to spread out but common spaces aplenty for coming together!! Fully stocked kitchen and comfortable beds for a good nights sleep. We will be bacl.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed K.

Liked: Cleanliness
family time
This is our 3rd year at this property. We love it here! Has everything you need. Especially love the large deck with a great view of the bay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vivian S., Lancaster PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome views
My family loves this property. Gorgeous views and right on the beach. This has been our second stay and we will be going again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Slaughter Beach Vacation Home
This was our second year staying at this house and we really love it here. There is plenty of space for everyone, a fully stocked kitchen and the house is very clean. We like it here because we can take out our paddleboards, kayaks sailing kayak and walk for miles on the beach.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this house!
This property had everything we wanted for our vacation. Great location right on the beach. The sunrises are so beautiful here. We saw porpoises, turtles, cranes, and horseshoe crabs etc. and the beach was never crowded. Our communication with the owner was always fast and pleasant! I hope to bring my family here one day. VRBO should be proud of this rental and owner!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and spaceous
The property had plenty of room and bedrooms for a large group. Well stocked kitchen, some entertainments, and great view of the water. The path from the beach toward an outdoor shower & then into the house with a bathroom and laundry was a helpful plus. Flies can be a bit of a problem at Slaughter Beach in the summer, but there were swatters available to help out when needed. Quick drive to many other locations and a peaceful place to stay. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marius L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Slice of paradise
Stayed for an amazing week with my wife two kids (4 and 2 years old) and friends and their two kids of same age. The house is right on a quiet and beautiful peaceful beach and it is very kids friendly and safe. Perfect place for a family vacation. The house has everything you will need and is well equipped. We will be returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cristin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
My family enjoyed this little slice of heaven right on the quiet beach. They were most happy with catching sharks at high tide right from the shore and building sandcastles. Rehoboth beach and Boardwalk were very easily accessible. The kitchen was very well stocked and felt just like home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hugh D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Location
We had a marvelous week. House is very nice and comfortable. It’s right on the beach, which is the Bay and that was great for the kids. I highly recommend this house to any family looking for peace and quiet along with beautiful views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

nan k.

Liked: Cleanliness
great beach house
Have already rented for 2023, that will be our 3rd year.,We love it there !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vivian S., Lancaster PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful vacation
House is beautiful. View is gorgeous. Great nature experience. We look forward to a return visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Slaughter Beach House
We had a great time! The kitchen was well stocked and the house was very clean. We walked out the back door to the beach and went kayaking and used our paddleboards. Convenient location for shopping and nearby beaches. The property has a great assortment of plants and trees. We will be going again!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet beautiful spot on the DE shore
Overall everything was clean, organized, and handy; communications were clear, timely and helpful! Such a quiet and beautiful spot to relax. The four bedrooms and shared spaces provided so many places to be in the house as well as outside on the wraparound porch with big picnic table and chairs, bench inset front beach as well as the beach right there! Two minor things needing to be addressed - ugly pile of wood scraps and other debris next to wooden walkway to beach and knob on dryer didn’t work. We hope to return again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022