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Explore the Area

0 min Steps to the Delaware Bay
10 min Prime Hook Wildlife Refuge
12 min Historic Downtown Milford
25 min Lewes & Cape Henlopen

Close to everything. Removed from all of it.

Spend the morning barefoot on the bay, the afternoon wandering a historic coastal town, and the evening over dinner in Rehoboth - or never leave the house at all.

The Bayshore Getaway sits along one of Delaware's quieter stretches of coastline, yet beaches, restaurants, small towns, wildlife refuges and day-trip experiences are all within easy reach. Here, you choose the pace.

Right Outside Your Door

Slaughter Beach + The Delaware Bay

Some of the best reasons to come here begin before you ever get in the car.

Experience the quiet rhythm of the bay just steps from the house, where natural beauty and wildlife take center stage.

Right at Your Doorstep

Beachcombing & Sea Glass

Beachcombing & Sea Glass

Walk miles of peaceful shoreline and hunt for smoothed sea glass along the tide line.
Ospreys & Coastal Birding

Ospreys & Coastal Birding

Watch ospreys dive and coastal shorebirds nest across the open bay and marshlands.
Horseshoe Crab Spawning

Horseshoe Crab Spawning

Witness ancient horseshoe crabs arrive along the bay flats during spring spawning season.
Quiet Sunrise Mornings

Quiet Sunrise Mornings

Step onto the sand with your morning coffee before anyone else is awake.
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Day Trips & Destinations

Small Towns Worth Wandering

Milford

The closest easy outing for riverwalk views along the Mispillion, independent coffee shops, local dining, and an active arts scene.

Historic River Town

Lewes

Delaware's historic first town featuring scenic canalfront views, walkable historic streets, coastal boutiques, and bayside dining.

Historic Coastal Town

Rehoboth Beach

Classic Mid-Atlantic coastal town with panoramic ocean views along the mile-long boardwalk, bandstand concerts, and vibrant dining.

Boardwalk & Beach Town

Get Outside

Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge

Expansive marshland views, peaceful freshwater trails, migratory bird watching, and uncrowded nature boardwalks.

Wildlife Refuge & Trails

Cape Henlopen State Park

Stunning 360-degree ocean and bay views from WWII observation towers, scenic pine forest bike trails, and coastal dunes.

State Park & Ocean Beach

The Delaware Bay

Wide-open bay and water horizon views directly outside the cottage. Ideal for sunrise walks, kayaking, and shoreline exploring.

Beach & Waterway

Junction & Breakwater Trail

A scenic 6-mile coastal rail-trail linking Lewes and Rehoboth Beach through coastal hardwood forests, open fields, and tidal marsh views.

Biking & Walking Trail

Eat, Drink + Discover

Once you book, we'll send you our curated Bayshore Guide - the places we love, the stops most visitors miss, and our favorite ways to spend a day along the Delaware coast.

Dinner Worth Dressing For

Farm-to-table coastal cuisine and intimate dining rooms in Lewes and Rehoboth, highlighting seasonal Mid-Atlantic seafood and local produce.

Chef-Driven Dining · $$$
  • 25 min

Waterfront + Sunset Dining

Canal-side decks and bayside spots with panoramic water views, perfect for sunset drinks, local cocktails, and fresh evening meals.

Stunning Water Views · $$
  • 20 min

Local Seafood

Delaware blue crabs, local oysters on the half shell, steamed spiced shrimp, and market catches fresh from regional waters.

Fresh Local Catch · $$
  • 15 min

Coffee + Slow Mornings

Artisan coffee roasters, homemade pastries, and peaceful riverwalk views in downtown Milford and historic Lewes.

Riverfront & Cafés · $
  • 12 min

Breweries + Cocktails

Renowned regional craft breweries, tasting rooms, and small-batch distilleries across Sussex County.

Craft Beer & Spirits · $$
  • 15 min

Farm Markets + Local Finds

Sussex County roadside farm stands with seasonal heirloom tomatoes, local peaches, homemade fruit pies, and regional pantry goods.

Farm Stands & Produce · $
  • 10 min

Explore the Area

Choose Your Kind of Day

    Worth the Drive

    Have a little more time? Some of the region's best day trips are close enough to explore - and far enough away to make coming home to the quiet of the Bayshore feel even better.

    Cape May via the Lewes-Cape May Ferry

    Take the 85-minute scenic ferry ride across the Delaware Bay to Cape May's Victorian historic district, boutique shops, and seaside dining.

    Day Trip & Ferry

    Dover

    Delaware's capital features the First State Heritage Park, Air Mobility Command Museum, and local dining.

    Historic Capital

    Delaware Seashore State Park

    Miles of ocean beaches, salt marsh trails, and the Indian River Inlet for fishing, beach walks, and coastal views.

    Beaches & Trails

    Bethany Beach

    A relaxed coastal town with a quiet boardwalk, wide sandy beaches, local eateries, and seaside shops.

    Coastal Town

    Antiquing through Delaware's Small Towns

    Explore vintage shops, antique malls, and artisan storefronts throughout neighboring towns like Greenwood, Bridgeville, and Milton.

    Antiques & Boutiques
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    Or don't go anywhere.

    Some days are better without an itinerary.

    Watch the sunrise from the deck. Take your coffee to the beach. Read for hours. Make dinner together. Sit by the fire. Watch the sky change over the marsh.

    The beauty of staying at The Bayshore is having plenty to explore - and never feeling like you have to.

    Quiet when you want it. Everything else when you don't.