Elegant Retreat With Pool, Screened Porch Just Steps From Shops, Dining & Fun!
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
Elegant Retreat With Pool, Screened Porch Just Steps From Shops, Dining & Fun! is a professionally decorated, beautifully renovated 5-bedroom home in Delaware City. Positioned as a walkable in-town getaway, it pairs a private backyard oasis with easy access to local restaurants, docks, and waterfront activities. Public rating is 5/5 based on 24 reviews.
Space & Layout
The home sleeps larger groups with 5 bedrooms configured as 3 kings, 1 queen, and 2 singles, plus 4 full bathrooms. Indoor living areas include a living room, family room, dining room, a full kitchen, and an additional kitchenette. A screened porch and patio extend the living space outdoors.
Amenities & Recreation
Outdoor features center on a backyard in-ground pool and a hot tub, with a screened-in porch overlooking the pool and a patio under the porch/hot tub area. Practical comforts include air conditioning, heating, a fireplace, washer, free Wi‑Fi, free parking, and a smoke-free environment. There’s also a fitness center, plus in-unit kitchen essentials such as an oven/stove and microwave.
Location & Walkable Dining
The property is described as steps from shops, dining, entertainment, and local boat docks and cruises. Nearby dining options include Vietri's Cucina and Market (about 95 m), Prime 225 (about 104 m), Tap Room Inc (about 180 m), Chesapeake Inn Restaurant & Marina (about 244 m), and The Bayard House Restaurant (about 276 m), with Schaefer's Canal House also close by (about 495 m). Wilmington Airport is the closest listed airport (about 24.6 km), with larger hubs including Philadelphia International Airport (about 62.4 km) and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (about 83.2 km).
Best for
This retreat is best for families and friend groups who want a larger, home-style setup with resort-like extras, including a pool, hot tub, screened porch, and multiple living areas. It also suits travelers who value a walkable Delaware City location near restaurants and marina/waterfront activities, while still having a full kitchen and kitchenette for self-catering.
Travel tips
If you plan to dine out, several restaurants are within a short walk, including Vietri’s Cucina and Market, Prime 225, and the Chesapeake Inn Restaurant & Marina. For air travel, Wilmington Airport is the nearest listed option, while Philadelphia International is a larger hub farther away. With free parking on-site, driving can be convenient for reaching additional dining like Forge Southern Comfort (about 14.5 km).
What guests say
Reviews highlight the home’s character and charm alongside a high standard of cleanliness. Guests mention that it’s well stocked for a comfortable group stay and that the pool and hot tub are major positives. Host interactions are described very positively, with thoughtful touches noted on arrival. No recurring negatives are reflected in the provided review themes.
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