5 Broadkill Road (8)

"Bay Beginnings"

Welcome to this beautiful, newly constructed bay front home on Broadkill Beach!! With all of the views, your stay will be the beginning of a lifetime of love for Broadkill and its beautiful beaches.

Enter through the ground level and walk up (or use the private elevator) to the second floor with three of the four bedrooms. There is a primary bedroom with a King bed and private bathroom as well as two additional bedrooms that share a full bathroom.

The top floor has an open living area with kitchen and dining space as well as an additional bedroom with a private bathroom.

Take in unobstructed views of the beach and water from the large screened in porch and open decks. The owners have even fenced in the yard for your furry friends.

Dog Friendly with non-refundable fee and signed addendum (1 dog allowed unless previous approval from owner) Ask your agent for details

All guests must supply their own sheets, towels and beach towels or OPT in for our linen rental package.

Guests must choose to purchase a $70 Vacation Rental Damage Insurance policy covering $3,000.00 in accidental damage, or pay a refundable security deposit of $2,000.00. Policies of a lesser amount are not acceptable. This amount will not be reflected in the quote amount on VRBO.

The property must be occupied for the entire rental period by the Guest signing the Lodging Agreement (Responsible Guest), and all occupants of the Property shall be supervised by the Responsible Guest. The Responsible Guest must be at least 25 years of age. If the party is made up of unrelated individuals (a group rental where the Responsible Guest is NOT the legal guardian/parent of any other guests), ALL guests occupying the property must be at least 25 years of age.

We accept Mastercard, Visa, American Express and Discover Credit Cards and eChecks for your initial deposit. We also accept personal checks for final payments. Final payments are due 30 days prior to your check-in date. NOTE: Any payments within 30 days of arrival require to be in certified funds or by credit card. You will be provided a link to a Guest Portal where you can securely make your payments online.

VRBO BOOKINGS: This property is hosted by the management company noted as Owner on VRBO. After booking the property you will be charged a booking fee by VRBO. ALL other fees and the rental amount will be charged by the management company and paid to the management company. Once you have booked you will be contacted by the management company and sent a Lodging Agreement that must be signed. Apart from Damage Protection, all fees associated with the booking are displayed in the VRBO booking.

Vacation Rental Reviews

• Great Property

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2026

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  a guest from Mohnton, PA recommends this vacation rental

  The home and location were perfect for a family getaway. The home was nicely designed, comfortable and clean upon arrival. The elevator was an enjoyable extravagance to have in the home, and it was particularly helpful when unloading supplies after shopping. The only negative we can think of is actually a positive: There are actually many more amenities with the house than were described in the listing. Examples include bar and cocktail amenities/supplies, baby supplies, games and beach towels. Excellent overall experience!

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• Welcome Family Respite

  Stayed 7 days ending in June, 2026

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  Evelyn C from Oak Ridge, NJ recommends this vacation rental

  Our extended family had a wonderful week at Bay Beginnings . The house is well appointed and furnished for family activities and comfort for both adults, children ,and fur babies.
  The fenced in yard and garden were an enjoyed by all. Views of the bay and beach and daily dolphins were a huge treat for my 2 year old granddaughter. Our family are birders so the Prime Hook Wildlife Refuge was another plus.
  We would definitely book again in the future

  • Manager Responded on 6/29/2026

    Thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us! We are absolutely delighted to hear that your extended family had such a wonderful week at Bay Beginnings. It makes us so happy to know that the property provided comfort for everyone—from the adults and children to the fur babies—and that the fenced yard was such a hit. I can only imagine how exciting it must have been for your granddaughter to spot dolphins every day! It is also fantastic to hear that the proximity to the Prime Hook Wildlife Refuge offered such great birding opportunities for your family. We are honored that you chose our home for your getaway, and we would be thrilled to welcome you all back in the future. Lewes rental Team

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• Perfect!

  Stayed 7 days ending in June, 2026

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  a guest from Reading, PA recommends this vacation rental

  The house is well-maintained, well-stocked and in a great location. My family has stayed here multiple times, and it is a perfect spot for a relaxing get-away.

  • Manager Responded on 6/7/2026

    Thank you so much for your kind words! We are absolutely delighted to hear that you and your family have enjoyed your stays with us so much that you keep coming back. It means the world to us to know that our home continues to provide the perfect spot for your family’s relaxing getaways. We truly appreciate your loyalty and your feedback. We can’t wait to welcome you back again for your next visit! Lewes Rental Team

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• Perfect Thanksgiving Break

  Stayed 4 days ending in November, 2025

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  a guest from Washington, DC recommends this vacation rental

  We loved the house: big, comfortable, and clean in a perfect location. The owner was very responsive to facilitate a necessary repair, especially impressive during a holiday.

  • Manager Responded on 12/3/2025

    Thak you Andrew, What a fantastic review! We are so glad you enjoyed the house and found the location perfect. It was our pleasure to host you. Thank you especially for recognizing our efforts on the necessary repair during the holiday—we strive to be responsive and ensure a comfortable stay for all our guests. We look forward to your next visit! Lewes Rental Team

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• Wonderful Week at BKB!

  Stayed 7 days ending in August, 2025

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  Beth G from Lancaster, PA recommends this vacation rental

  We had a wonderful time at this house with our whole family. Great views, easy access to beach, and plenty of space for all. We love Broadkill Beach!

  • Manager Responded on 9/4/2025

    Thank you for your fantastic review! We are so happy to hear that your whole family had a wonderful time at the house. It's great to know that you enjoyed the beautiful views, the easy beach access, and the ample space for everyone. We love Broadkill Beach too, and it means a lot to us that we could be a part of your family's memorable vacation. We hope to welcome you all back again soon! Lewes Rental Team

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• The Perfect House For Our Family

  Stayed 7 days ending in June, 2025

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  Larry M from Easton, PA recommends this vacation rental

  This is our 6th week long family vacation in Broadkill Beach, and our third time in this house. We love it here notwithstanding all the traffic. Good restaurants, good activities for the grandkids, beach access steps away from the house, Old World Bread a short ride, and a house full of great amenities. We'll be back as often as they can accommodate us!

  • Manager Responded on 7/23/2025

    Thank you so much for your kind words and for continuing to choose our home for your family vacations in Broadkill Beach! We're thrilled to know this was your third stay with us and that the house, beach access, and nearby spots like Old World Bread made your trip special again. It means a lot to host returning guests like you, and we're always happy to hear the grandkids had fun too! We can’t wait to welcome you back as often as we’re able—your continued support truly means the world to us. Lewes rental Team

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• Fantastic Week at the Beach

  Stayed 7 days ending in April, 2025

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  Chad S from Carmel, IN recommends this vacation rental

  This house was pretty much everything we expected: modern, clean, adequate for our party of 7 and 2 dogs. It was that and more: the view from the main living area with its screened in porch is SPECTACULAR!!! We did this trip in no small part as a farewell to our oldest dog...who loves a good beach...and who is at the end stage of degenerative myelopathy, where he cannot walk on his own and will have to be put down soon. TLDR...the fenced in yard and the elevator were big selling points for this reason. And both proved to be invaluable. The elevator with or without a disabled dog is REALLY nice...especially as we had one elderly parent with us, too. But in addition to all that...the house was just great. Bed rooms and beds and bathrooms were all fantastic. The kitchen was good...not spectacular if you're a family of chefs like we are. But it was more than adequate.
  
  A few things I wish the owner would fix: light over the stove did not work; light over the island is terribly inadequate and needs to be rewired; several sliding doors, windows and cabinets need minor repairs. We reported all of this immediately to the rental agent, but nothing was done, while we were there. Nor was there any offer to reduce our fee. (Besides that, however, I would say that the rental agent was otherwise very helpful and responsive in general.)
  
  But overall...the house is fantastic. The location is fantastic. The view is fantastic. The way the house is fitted out with furniture and bedding and bits of art makes the place feel immediately like a home filled with love. We were sad to leave and hope to return some day.

  • Manager Responded on 5/7/2025

    Thank you Chad for letting us know you had a fantstic stay at the beach,as we appreciate hearing all the good stuff and also appreciate the feed back on what needs attention. We do make owners aware of it all. I am glad the accommodations were good for all of you including the oldest baby dog. Dont be too sad we will be here when you are ready to come back and thank you again for booking with us. Kind regards, Lewes Rental Team

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• Nice house with great views in a very busy location

  Stayed 7 days ending in April, 2025

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  a guest from Exton, PA recommends this vacation rental

  Overall stay was good. Location was too busy for my family.Home was clean and in good shape with only moinor repair issues. The bed on third floor was not comfortable. We had no hot water for 3 out of 7 nights.

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• Review of 5 Broadkill Rd

  Stayed 7 days ending in October, 2024

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  Janet C from Honeoye Falls, NY recommends this vacation rental

  General comments- Ways to have improved our stay: 1)We could not light the fireplace 2) Mattress pad in 3rd floor bedroom was stained with blood 3)Screens on the patio doors were hard to move and in some instances did not close fully in the center, allowing bugs to come in 4)Remotes on some ceiling fans did not seem to work 5)There were no warmer bed blankets for colder weather Things we especially appreciated: 1)Location of property and lots of doors/windows 2)Kitchen nicely appointed 3)Labeling of kitchen cabinets and light switches!! 4)Elevator when moving in and out 5)Screened porch on 3rd floor 6)Nice furnishings throughout the house-Very comfortable! 6)Three and a half great bathrooms 7)Fenced yard for dog 7)Large driveway

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• Our experience at Bay Beginnings

  Stayed 7 days ending in September, 2024

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  a guest from Natrona Heights, PA recommends this vacation rental

  I willl begin by saying the location was incredible. Away from the commercialized areas of the DE coast but easy access to retail shops from Broadkill Rd. Beds were very comfortable. Views were gorgeous. Kitchen well stocked. We were disappointed in the cleanliness however. Spider webs and spiders were everywhere in the main living area. All corners of the main living area had webs with spiders. The living room smelled like dog pee and was nauseating at times depending on the way the breeze was blowing. Bedspreads in master (including the back up bedspreads) were dirty with food and hair on them. WiFi was very glitchy and there is no cable in any of the bedrooms. There is streaming however if you have accounts to log into. Access to the beach was great and the Broadkill shop was a nice bonus for items and food. Besides the overall cleanliness we enjoyed our stay.
  

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• Labor Day week

  Stayed 7 days ending in September, 2024

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  Roberto G from Wilmington, DE recommends this vacation rental

  The time we spent at 5 Broadkill was exactly what we’d hoped it be...quiet,clean,away from the crowds and trafffic and we had our beloved pets with us! There was plenty of room for friends and there were plenty of amenities to keep us comfortable.we enjoyed several dinners in Lewes and lunches in Milton.

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• There are much nicer beaches/houses elsewhere

  Stayed 7 days ending in August, 2024

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  a guest from Bethel Park, PA does not recommend this vacation rental.

  I would not recommend this place based on the owners not the management company. Save yourself some aggravation and rent somewhere that provides linens and doesn’t expect you to clean yourself prior to departure.

  • Manager Responded on 1/31/2025

    Slightly confused by this because your VRBO review read: "Nice place! Family vacation (6 adults, 2 children under 3, dogs) We were all very comfortable and access to beach was steps away. The house was clean and well equipped with everything we needed to cook in. The screened in upper deck was perfect! We didn’t encounter the biting flys except for one particularly hot afternoon so we were grateful for that! Overall a really nice place to stay! The only suggestion…The outside decks could’ve been a bit cleaner." I'm sorry if there was miscommunication on our part or between the owners. Guests are not expected to clean the rental before they check-out. We have professional cleaners that take care of that.

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• Family getaway

  Stayed 7 days ending in August, 2024

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  Cynthia A from Middletown, NY recommends this vacation rental

  We had a wonderful time spending our days on the beach. The dogs enjoyed swimming everyday. This is our second time staying at this beautiful home. The elevator was extremely helpful with having to older dogs. We love the area as well very close to good restaurants and shopping. Looking forward to staying again next summer.

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• Broadkill Gem

  Stayed 7 days ending in August, 2024

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  Karen K from Forty Fort, PA recommends this vacation rental

  A great time was had by all, including dogs :)

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• Stunning Home!

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2024

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  Pam D from Sparks Glencoe, MD recommends this vacation rental

  Wonderful views in well-appointed home . Super clean and elevator was awesome for moving in for the week!

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• July 4th stay

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2024

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  Erin S from Elizabethtown, PA recommends this vacation rental

  Great location, beautiful home

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• LOve this house and our family stay here

  Stayed 7 days ending in June, 2024

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  Larry M from Bangor, PA recommends this vacation rental

  Our vacation time with our son, daughter, son-in-law and our grandkids Ellie and Cole has become a family tradition for us over the past 8 years (and in this house for the last 2 years) and we have made many lasting memories during these times together. We feel very lucky to have found Broadkill Beach and this house. We love the amenities in the house and especially the decks overlooking the beach. Less traffic on Route 1 would be nice, but it's tolerable. We hope for more family vacations in this house in future. Love my family and our time together at the beach and in this house!!

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• Dream Vacation

  Stayed 7 days ending in June, 2024

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  MaryAnn W from Lebanon, PA recommends this vacation rental

  This was our second year in this gorgeous rental and once again we were not disappointed. Everything about it is first class especially cleanliness, location and beach ambience. We loved every aspect, especially being able to have beach fires and the screened in deck for a drink in the evening and coffee in the morning. Will return next year for sure!!

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• Shore Retreat of perfection.

  Stayed 7 days ending in April, 2024

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  Robert S from Winfield, PA recommends this vacation rental

  We, 4 aging adults and an ancient Boston, enjoy this place enough that if we didn’t have to pay for it we’d think it to be heaven.

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• Beautiful home and incredible view!

  Stayed 5 days ending in December, 2023

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  a guest from Charlottesville, VA recommends this vacation rental

  Great location with 180 degrees views. We arrived for our Christmas get-away to find the home joyfully decorated for the holiday! Comfortable accomodations, plenty of kitchen cooking gear in, and a well placed elevator/garage/fenced yard for our and our dogs ease. Our realty agent was thoughtful and timely in all her communications. Highly, highly recommend!

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• Beautiful Beach Front Home on Broadkill

  Stayed 7 days ending in September, 2023

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  Leann W from Reading, PA recommends this vacation rental

  The house is awesome. There was a problem with the prior tenants not taking the recycling out. We had no room for our recycling. The trash cans also were full except for one during the tropical storm. All the recycling blew all over the property and we had to clean it up. Other than that we love the house the location we were told the owners are retiring, so I guess this is going off the rental market, so will be looking for another property when that happens we would like something similar. Also looking for some dates next September. A tropical storm came Friday, scary!

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• Family Stay

  Stayed 7 days ending in August, 2023

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  Claire S from Odenton, MD recommends this vacation rental

  We were required to pick up a packet at the real estate office in Lewes even though the house has access codes and I explained we were traveling with an infant and a 3 year old. Having stayed at the house before, we were aware of the remote locks and told the desk agent that no key should be required for entry. She responded that we needed a key - simply not true. There was no key in our packet, simply a code written on our packet (which was left in an unsecured box at the rental office - we arrived after the office was closed.)
  The views from the house are spectacular and the house is well furnished.
  There was maintenance needed during our stay and the owner was very responsive in getting the major problem fixed quickly.
  In addition to a damage report, it would be helpful if the management company asked for a “required maintenance report.” There were items that simply needed maintenance, but were not related to “damage.”
  We thank the owners for sharing their house with us and letting our dogs stay too!

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• Family vacation

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2023

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  Kathie C from Bristol, CT recommends this vacation rental

  The house was immaculately clean and very well stocked. The yard is beautiful and well maintained. The screened in porch was our favorite spot as was the back patio. The location is great with the store so close. Would definitely recommend.

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• Beautiful house, lots of useful amenities, well maintained

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2023

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  Larry M from Bangor, PA recommends this vacation rental

  Our vacation experience was beyond our expectations! We totally enjoyed our stay here, and the owners and management company were extremely nice and responsive to our needs. Having an elevator made arrival, departure and during our stay so much easier and helped reduce our effort with luggage and supplies. Proximity to the beach, the general store and food stores was perfect. towel and linen rental meant we didn't have to pack these things so more room in our car. All the amenities in the house made our stay more comfortable and enjoyable, especially the on-demand hot water heater (same as ours) that produced a constant supply of hot water. We highly recommend and will definitely return. To the owners and management company, thanks for sharing this beautiful house with us!

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• Perfect in Every Way!

  Stayed 7 days ending in June, 2023

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  MaryAnn W from Lebanon, PA recommends this vacation rental

  Great vacation house! I’ve been in many, even other new ones but this one is most appealing. The location is the best on Broadkill Beach and the only one with a fenced yard that I saw. Kids and Yorkie loved it. I wanted to stay for the summer 😫 and I hope we can get it next year for two weeks!

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• 5 Broadkill Road get-away

  Stayed 5 days ending in March, 2023

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  Robert S from Winfield, PA recommends this vacation rental

  Elevator, pet friendly, beautiful and functional interior, beach front, quiet, well- equipped, screened in porches, 2 kinds of coffee makers; hey, what more could an elderly couple ask for?

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• Beautiful Beach Home In Quiet Broadkill Beach❤️

  Stayed 4 days ending in September, 2022

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  Leann W from Reading, PA recommends this vacation rental

  Home was roomy, lovely and clean. Beautifully decorated!! Perfect beach location with easy beach access. Nice streets to ride your bike and walk your fur babies. Breathing taking views! Lots of steps so the Elevator was great for loading and unloading. Can’t wait to go back next year for a longer stay!

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• Donovan Family Vacation

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2022

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  a guest from Mechanicsburg, PA recommends this vacation rental

  The beach house was new, beautiful, had everything we could imagine!! We were happy to bring our dogs and the yard was perfect for them ‘ the views were fantastic and the location was great! Very peaceful beach , not packed like other beaches, loved being so close to The Broadkill Store ! Great sandwiches, salads and ice cream!!

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• Awesome Vacation

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2022

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  a guest from Chambersburg, PA recommends this vacation rental

  The rental unit was perfect for our family. It supplied all the necessities needed for a beach vacation. The views were gorgeous and the location was perfect! We will definitely return here.

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• Is This Heaven?

  Stayed 7 days ending in April, 2022

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  Elizabeth M from Gaithersburg, MD recommends this vacation rental

  This is a beautiful dog friendly home. The dogs loved the fenced yard and it was clean. The views are amazing. The furniture was beautiful and comfortable. The elevator was a godsend. Thank you for sharing your lovely home!

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• Sunrise ...Sunset

  Stayed 14 days ending in October, 2021

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  Deborah T from thorndale, PA recommends this vacation rental

  Wonderful. Comfortable and peaceful. amazing views. Owners have put a lot of thought into making it feel like “ home away from home”

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