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Serene Waterfront Home In Fenwick Island - Steps To pool. Minutes To Beach.

Serene Waterfront Home In Fenwick Island - Steps To pool. Minutes To Beach.

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Direct Water Views From Sunroom
Infinity Speakers Powered By Sherwood Bluetooth Receiver!
Adjustable Height Coffee Table And Remote Controlled Fireplace Insert
Queen Sleeper Sofa
Tasteful Beachy Color Palette Throughout

Overview of Serene Waterfront Home In Fenwick Island - Steps To pool. Minutes To Beach.

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

Selbyville, DE
  • Popular LocationFenwick Island Lighthouse5 min drive
  • Popular LocationBayside Resort Golf Club5 min drive
  • Popular LocationMaryland Beach5 min drive
  • AirportGeorgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County)39 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Large Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Powder Room

Toilet

Private Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Serene Waterfront Home In Fenwick Island - Steps To pool. Minutes To Beach.

I am very proud to announce our achievement of Premier Partner Status! As you will read in our reviews we are a true rental by owner...not some LLC or management company. You interact direct with the owner (me). This is our house, our mortgage and our effort that bring a great experience to our guests. Thank you to all our past and future guests for making this achievement possible! 😁🏖️😎 -Tom

Update 9/19/21 - The pool is closed for the season. Beaches are always open though :-)

Update 2/11/21 - Well.....2020 sucked...It’s been hard on all of us. I have to say, though, that our guest interaction during Covid was spectacular. Communication is key and our guests knocked it out of the park. We modified our listing to include a professional cleaning/sterilization service on every stay vs formerly allowing guests the option to clean on their own. This gives piece of mind that best efforts to provide every visitor a clean and safe home to enjoy themselves. We are looking forward to our 2021 season as vaccinations continue to roll out and restrictions are eased. Bring on the sun!! Bring on the summer!!!!

Update 4/15/19 - Good golly time flies! We we're blessed with having some of the most wonderful guests this past summer, fall and winter. I continue to enjoy interacting with folks from all over the world and wouldn't change a thing. Off-season improvements include upgraded kitchen items, brand new outdoor shower and foot wash, boogie boards, new Roku Streaming Stick Plus, Hulu (in addition to Netflix and our Amazon Prime library) and some fun new decorations. Feel free to reach out to me with questions, I usually respond within an hour!

5/3/18 - What a pleasure getting to know those that enjoyed Mallard Lakes over the winter and early spring! Every guest has been respectful of our home treating it as if it were their own. I couldn't ask for a better experience renting out our little slice of Fenwick Island. The community is beautiful right now with budding trees, freshly mulched flower beds and baby water fowl running about. Come check it out! Update

1/10/18 - A big shout out to our Fall renters who enjoyed ideal beach weather and fantastic fishing/crabbing. We are receiving daily inquiries/bookings for the Spring and Summer. If you are considering us don't delay and lose out on your chance to stay at Whats Up Dock! Update

9/5/17 - We blinked and the summer has come and gone! Thank you so much to our amazing group of summer guests who were so satisfied with their experience that they are already booking their 2018 vacation! The fall rates are a great value and there is plenty of good beach and boardwalk weather left. Update

6/21/17 - We've had an amazing inaugural rental season with lots of positive feedback. Many thanks to our past renters and looking forward to working with the new ones! Don't forget you can book up to a year in advance so lock in the dates you want for next year's vacation!

Introduction
Thank you for your interest in "Whats Up Dock". A 2 BR 1.5 bath townhome in the family friendly Mallard Lakes Community. Our home is clean, smoke free and child friendly. It receives fresh updates and has been professionally decorated. Perfect for a quick weekend getaway or a month's long retreat.

Location
"Whats Up Dock" provides three necessary parts to anchor (pun intended) your vacation; location, space and comfort. The home is a part of the Mallard Lakes Community which is close enough to enjoy Fenwick Island, Ocean City, Rehoboth Beach, but far enough away from the craziness of “condo canyon”. The grounds and amenities are meticulously maintained year round. We provide the best rental location in Mallard Lakes, just steps to the main swimming pool, hot tub and tennis courts. The home is not buried deep in the community, easy in and easy out. There is a marina within walking distance with restaurants and shops. Easy traffic light entrance and exit eliminates turning headaches during the busy summer season.

Waterfront Sunroom
Did someone say waterfront? Oh yes I did. The sunroom frames direct unobstructed views of the the dock amidst the sparkling sapphire lake while a diverse species of coastal wildlife put on a show for you. Complimentary adult and child binoculars are provided along with a local bird guide. When you are done prop up your feet and allow the fountain to lull you into that long overdue nap! The sunroom is also wired for music with Infinity speakers. Just sync your smart device with the bluetooth stereo receiver and stream away using our complimentary high speed wifi.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms
The tastefully appointed waterview master suite features a king sized bed with an attached bathroom. Inside there are 2 large skylights that provide an abundance of natural light, a dual sink vanity and oversized soaking tub with upgraded shower hardware. The second bedroom contains a bunk bed with single mattresses and a full sized pillow top bed. Each bedroom is equipped with a wall mounted flat screen tv with expanded cable including HBO. The first floor offers a 2 piece powder room off the kitchen.

Kitchen
In the kitchen you will find a breakfast bar with stools and all of the cooking conveniences you should expect; clean and current appliances, quality pots and pans, cooking utensils, grilling utensils, complete knife set, flatware and matching dish set. Wine, beer, margarita & tumbler glasses round out the glassware offerings. Children's plates, bowls, cups and utensils are also stocked.

Living Room
Enjoy lake views from the living room as you relax on the sleeper sofa or lounge in the armchair and ottoman. Even in the summer you can enjoy the ambiance of the remote controlled heat-free fireplace. Enjoy your favorite shows and movies on the large flat screen tv with expanded cable including HBO. There is a ROKU installed with complimentary access to Netflix, Hulu and Amazon Prime. Guests are welcome to view purchased videos in our Amazon library and may rent videos after requesting pin code from owner (cost will be retained from security deposit). Are you an audiophile? Let the premium Bose sound system fill the room with perfection after you sync your bluetooth device to the Sherwood stereo receiver (capable of sending music to living room, sunroom or both).

Dining Room
The large dining room table accommodates 6 people. It provides plenty of space for family meals, puzzles and the occasional intense game of Monopoly that never ends well (you know what I’m talking about).

Bedding Summary:
1 King (Master Bedroom)
1 Full (Bedroom 2)
1 Bunk Bed, Singles (Bedroom 2)
1 Queen Sleeper Sofa (Living Room)
1 Single Sleeper Chair, striped chair converts to bed (Living Room)

Pillows and comforters provided but sheets, pillow covers and towels are not. All guests must bring or rent linens. We can help arrange linen rental from a local service.

Family Friendly Amenities
Pack ‘n’ Play Portable Crib (Sheets not included)
High Chair
Children's plastic forks, knives, spoons, plates, bowls
Pool Noodles Beach Cart Beach Toys Beach Chairs
Baby Portable Playard Gate

Additional Amenities
Complimentary 100MBPS WIFI (easily handles 6 devices)
Expanded cable in each room with HBO ROKU with complimentary Netflix, Hulu and Amazon Prime
Enclosed outside shower plus foot wash (hot and cold water)
Stacked full sized washer and dryer
Complimentary binoculars and bird guide
Complimentary sports equipment for community amenities (basketball, horseshoes, tennis rackets/balls, etc.)
Fishing/Crabbing/Kayaking allowed in community lakes, all have docks
Complimentary Crab pot and fishing pole with tackle box

Property manager

Tom
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Languages

English, German, Spanish
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Our home is family friendly. Refer to description

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Electronic vapor devices prohibited.
Renter must sign a rental agreement and provide ID to verify age after booking through VRBO.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

About the area

Selbyville

Located in Selbyville, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Jolly Roger Amusement Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocean City Beach and Maryland Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Thunder Lagoon Waterpark, 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.

What's nearby

  • Fenwick Island Lighthouse - 5 min drive
  • Bayside Resort Golf Club - 5 min drive
  • The Freeman Stage at Bayside - 5 min drive
  • Maryland Beach - 5 min drive
  • Northside Park - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 21 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Harpoon Hanna's - 4 min drive
  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Fox's Pizza - 4 min drive
  • Taste of South Philly - 4 min drive
  • Twining's Lobster Shanty - 15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene Waterfront Home In Fenwick Island - Steps To pool. Minutes To Beach. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serene Waterfront Home In Fenwick Island - Steps To pool. Minutes To Beach.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene Waterfront Home In Fenwick Island - Steps To pool. Minutes To Beach.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serene Waterfront Home In Fenwick Island - Steps To pool. Minutes To Beach. located?

This family-friendly Selbyville holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Assawoman Bay and Shark's Cove Marina. Ocean City Beach is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Ronnetta M.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Chose another place to stay
The two positive things were that the owner was very responsive and check-in process was easy. Other than this, we were not pleased with the property. The property was older than expected and the pictures were misleading. The property was also not cleaned properly. The carpet needed cleaning, bed liners weren’t clean, there was old used soap left in master bathroom from prior occupants, shower curtain liner in master bedroom was filthy (should have been changed before new guests arrived), closet outside with beach cart and other items was so filled with spider webs and bugs that we didn’t bother using anything. Items in that closet were also rusted. We didn’t touch or remove anything. The ceiling fan in the second room was not secured to the ceiling. It was hanging and I was concerned it would fall down with kids sleeping in the room. Recommend upgrading this property. Cabinets throughout were old and should be refaced. Carpet had lots of wrinkles in it and uneven spots in addition to not been clean throughout. Recommend replacing carpet. Furniture was a littler scratched up (one of the chairs in kitchen and table in dining area). We didn’t spend a lot of time in the house because we had a soccer tournament and because we were extremely uncomfortable with the condition of the property and things being unsanitary.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family vacation
I stayed here with my husband and two children, ages 5 and 6. We had a blast and loved the unit. The pool was wonderful, the unit was close to the beach and the home itself was clean and perfect for a family. We would love to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great week at the beach!
We've been renting in this condo community every summer for over 10 years, we love the community. This unit is located in a sweet spot, far enough from the road that you don't hear road noise, close to the pool but not too close, and steps from the dock on the lake. Our kids enjoyed fishing on the dock every day, catching white perch, eel, crabs and I'm not sure what else. The unit is well equipped with pretty much anything you could need in the kitchen, lots of games, extra pillows and blankets, and the owner is very responsive. I gave 4 stars for cleanliness because there were A LOT of dead bugs in the sunroom when we arrived but that wasn't necessarily offputting considering the space. Also when hunting for an outlet I discovered what appeared to be a lot of pet hair on the floor behind the living room sectional. I have allergies and was a little sneezy the first few days we were there, but seemed to acclimate after 3ish days, so the hair behind the couch made sense. Again not offputting but a little surprising because otherwise the unit was really clean. The mattress in the Master was really stiff, hopefully they get a new one soon. The mattresses in the other bedroom were all reported comfortable by my kids and Mom. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly A., Lancaster

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need in one neighborhood
We had a very relaxing week. This is the perfect area for a layed back vacation. It's a peaceful and quiet place. The home was perfect for a family. The kitchen was well appointed and the dining room table and sun room table were perfect for board games and puzzles. The pictures are 100% accurate! Everyone we met was very friendly. We were able to enjoy one of the pools and Ginny, the pool supervisor. was so friendly. We wished we had met her earler!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place!
stayed for a few days over spring break. place is nicely furnished and clean. very comfortable to cook in and just chill out. beds were comfortable. would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Tom

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Why they chose this property

My wife and I are previous Mallard Lakes renters and came to enjoy the safe, clean and enjoyable location for our family while still having quick access to all the excitement and activities Fenwick Island, Ocean City & Rehoboth Beaches offer.

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English, German, Spanish

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