Rehoboth Guest House

40 Maryland Ave, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971, Rehoboth Beach, United States

Guest rating: 4.8 / 5

Overview

Rehoboth Guest House is a polished, LGBT-owned bed-and-breakfast set in a Victorian-style villa at 40 Maryland Ave in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. It’s positioned for an easy walk to the beach and the heart of the boardwalk area, while still offering a calm, residential feel. The property has a strong public reputation, rated 4.8/5 from 175 reviews.

Rooms

Rooms are individually designed with chic décor and colorful accents, emphasizing a boutique B&B style rather than a standardized hotel layout. In-room conveniences include mini-fridges, flat-screen TVs, and iPod docks. Specific room types and bed configurations are not documented.

Breakfast & Social Hour

A hot breakfast with home-baked goods is served in a quaint guest kitchen, making the morning experience a central part of the stay. On weekends, the guest house hosts a seasonal wine-and-cheese reception. Reviews frequently highlight the quality and variety of fresh, homemade breakfast options.

Common Areas

Shared spaces include a guest kitchenette, a stylish living room and dining area, and multiple outdoor areas: a covered porch, shaded yard, and sundecks. Guests mention having peaceful places to sit and enjoy breakfast, including outdoor seating. On-site amenities beyond these common areas are not documented.

Location & Nearby Highlights

The guest house is about a 4-minute walk to Rehoboth Beach and close to the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk (about 389 m) and Funland (about 497 m). For arts and local history, it’s near Rehoboth Art League (about 946 m) and the Rehoboth Beach Historical Society & Museum (about 1,085 m). Nature and day-trip options include Cape Henlopen State Park (about 7.4 km), Gordons Pond (about 2.7 km) and Gordons Pond Trail (about 4.9 km), plus Delaware Seashore State Park (about 11.7 km).

Best for

This B&B suits couples and adults who want a boutique, design-forward stay with a strong hosting reputation and a social-yet-relaxed vibe (weekend seasonal wine-and-cheese receptions). It’s especially well suited to travelers who want to walk to the beach and boardwalk attractions like Funland while returning to a quieter setting with porch, yard, and sundeck space. Fans of made-from-scratch breakfasts will also appreciate the hot breakfast with home-baked goods served on-site.

Travel tips

Plan on exploring on foot: Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk is roughly 389 m away and Funland is about 497 m, making it easy to pair beach time with dining and shopping without driving. If you’re interested in regional nature outings, set aside time for Cape Henlopen State Park (about 7.4 km) and the Gordons Pond area/trails (about 2.7–4.9 km). Weekend stays may coincide with the seasonal wine-and-cheese reception.

What guests say

Reviews consistently emphasize attentive hosts and staff, and a high level of service. Guests repeatedly call out the breakfast as a highlight, noting fresh and homemade options and enjoying it in the calm indoor/outdoor sitting areas. The setting is frequently described as peaceful and quiet despite being close to major attractions like the beach and boardwalk. No recurring negative themes are reflected in the provided excerpts.

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