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Cat Hill house with free WiFi and canal access

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

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Bethany Beach, DE
  • Popular LocationBethany Beach Beaches17 min walk
  • Popular LocationFenwick Island Beach4 min drive
  • Popular LocationBethany Beach Boardwalk4 min drive
  • AirportOcean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal)41 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cat Hill house with free WiFi and canal access

Cat Hill - 436 Tamarack Dr.

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Incredible water views and activities for the nature buff .. every day of the year (summer, fall, winter AND spring)! Overlooking the Assawoman Canal and Jefferson Creek, and just a mile to the beach, this 2-bedroom, 2-bath home is a great base camp for your family's beach adventures. Large screened porch and deck allow you to relax and enjoy the view. Private access to the canal, just bring your kayak, canoe or stand-up paddleboard! Central air conditioning, well-equipped kitchen, washer, dryer and more. 2 TVs (including one Netflix capable with guest's own account), DVD, library of books, board games, Wifi., outside shower, charcoal grill, wood-burning fireplace).

*Delaware regulations require all guests sign a lease agreement within 10 days of booking. A lease agreement will be sent within 24 hours of booking and an electronic signature is required before final check-in information is made available.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Delaware

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

43054

About the neighborhood

Bethany Beach

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in South Bethany, a neighborhood in Bethany Beach. Jolly Roger Amusement Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ocean City Beach and Delaware Seashore State Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Captain Jack's Pirate Golf, or check out an event or a game at The Freeman Stage at Bayside. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Bethany Beach Beaches - 17 min walk
  • Fenwick Island Beach - 4 min drive
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 4 min drive
  • Bethany Beach Nature Center - 5 min drive
  • Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 27 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mango's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Parkway Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bethany Boathouse - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cat Hill house with free WiFi and canal access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cat Hill house with free WiFi and canal access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cat Hill house with free WiFi and canal access?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cat Hill house with free WiFi and canal access located?

This family-friendly Bethany Beach vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Bethany Beach Beaches, Captain Jack's Pirate Golf, and Fenwick Island Beach. Town Museum and Chief Little Owl Totem Pole are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lots of privacy
This house is on a corner lot and has privacy on three sides. It’s on the edge of a marsh and a nature lover’s dream. I saw 45 bird species over three days. You can launch kayaks right from the property into the Assawoman Canal. Kayaks are available at the house but only one has a seat. The 1970s house is slightly dated but completely functional. The kitchen is well stocked and appliances are newer. Linens are provided. We loved spending time on the screened-in back porch. We would definitely rent this house again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific
This was our 2nd stay at this house and it was fabulous. The setting is unbelievably lovely and the house is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
Great location. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Julie P., Claymont, DE, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Cabin Retreat in need of TLC
Don't get me wrong, we loved the location and the casual atmosphere of this cabin-like home. We loved that it is on the Assawoman Canal with easy access for our kayaks. Close to Assawoman wildlife nature park, the beach, and boardwalk! We did it all!! Even chartered shark fishing with top fin charter in Lewes. The home is somewhat dated in bathrooms and kitchen, although well stocked. The plastic adirondack chairs are very flimsy, which was a shame since the deck and screen porch were fabulous views where wildlife abounds, and sturdier chairs would have made for a more enjoyable less worrisome experience. There was old coffee in the pot and grounds in the basket. Several cracked, chipped dishes. Toilet seats both bathrooms very loose which we fixed. Ceiling fan remote didn't work and was on constantly, later we discovered battery was in backwards. Fridge ice/water dispenser very discolored prob from hard water. Shower head needs a good cleaning or replacement as the jet holes have black mold on them and spray in sev directions. Even with all that, we still enjoyed the home mostly for its quiet location away from the crowds, but still close to everything! Please note, the property management company, Vascasa, manages this home and will bill separately and send docs of their own to sign. They also removed all comments from my review on their site that had the TLC needed itmes.....
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susanna E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot
Lovely spot on the canal….wildlife and paddling was sublime. 5-minute drive to the beach. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth B., Portland OR USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Delaware family getaway
This was a great place for our family to get a weekend away. We'd definitely return to this property, located near some natural beauty.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Kim Z.

Great location!
We have spent many trips at the beach but never on the Assawoman waterways and it was incredible. The house is in an amazing spot with perfect orientation to the vast beauty of the marshes. The house is in need of a deep cleaning as the floors were sticky and clearly have not been mopped in a long time. The house has had cats which should have been advertised for anyone with allergies. There was cat hair on the sofas and strong smell of catboxes in both downstairs closets. Final concern was the bunkbeds were so loose that we could not put sheets ont eh upper bunks safely. We had a set of allan wrenches so we tightened everything up but we got in at night with a family of 6 and needed those beds so it could have been bad since Vacasa does not have after hours service. There are also no cleaning products anywhere in the house to clean up spills or windows. No dish towels at all or toilet paper, dishwasher soap for more than a day or two, so be sure to pack those for yourself. Also no beach towels, chairs or umbrellas, so bring your own. Those are the criticisms but the house is wonderful, the 4 kayaks got used daily, which were so great to have for fishing and touring the marsh. Beds were comfortable and kitchen well stocked. Never got instructions for what we needed to do in the house for checkout, but checkout process was super easy. Great house for the price and for a really peaceful experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic and wonderful
We loved our time. In fact it may have been the best vacation home we've ever stayed at in terms of location and style. We are nature lovers and the Assawoman wetland setting was amazing. We all love the kayak tours around the canal and marshlands. To have that in the backyard and the ocean down the street is perfect. The home was artistic and tasteful in its simplicity. We'd love to go back any time of year.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Spot for Those Who Love Nature/Wildlife
This house is ideal for anyone wanting a beach vacation away from the crowds (but close enough to bike to the beach crowds when desired) and anyone who loves nature and wildlife. The view of the marshes from the back screened-in porch is breathtaking. We saw deer, a fox, blue heron, osprey, and lots of other birds while there. The access to the kayaks was a huge bonus - we got to see parts of the canals we’ve never visited before. In many ways, the house made our vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful house in a great location. We loved kayaking right out back
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Blair S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay!
Beautiful views and comfortable house! We loved the fireplace and screened in porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Marna M., West Point, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
A great place- clean, well equipped kitchen, great location. Slow Wi-Fi was the only drawback.
We had a great thanksgiving at this property- extremely clean, well-equipped kitchen to cook our turkey, and plenty of bath/bed linens. The location was quiet with beautiful scenery and also close to all the conveniences. Cell service and Wi-Fi were both weak, which made streaming devices difficult. Wouldn’t be a problem if you plan on going out all day. The cable was great and there were a good selection of games to play. Overall a great property.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A true vacation
Having stayed at many vacation properties I can say without hesitation that this is the most accurate listing I have ever encountered. It's just as beautiful as it looks on the web and even with most of our days being overcast/dreary/drizzly, we still had a wonderful time. The porch is huge, the furniture is wonderfully accommodating, the kitchen is well stocked with all manner of cooking utensils and the location is perfection. 100% I would stay there again. That being said, there were three components that were less than ideal for our group. The first is that the WiFi is horrible (it was hard to even order groceries), and while that was fine with me and my books, my teens were unable to stream any games and videos. It also made it very difficult to do the little bit of schoolwork that was needed. The second is that the kayaks are missing the back supports. We had hoped to do more kayaking, but this prevented that. And the third, which can't be helped, but might be of interest, is that the whole house sways when someone, anyone is walking anywhere in the building. This is probably by virtue of being set up so high on the pylons and right on the water's edge (IN the water due to the flooding warnings while we were there), but for our light sleepers, it was a distraction. Still 5 stars though!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bethany O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this house
Love it… has everything u need and is so relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Elizabeth L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view
Wonderful place right on the canal and marsh. Only concern was that one of the doors would not lock - locks had become mis-aligned. We r ported this, so I hope it will be fixed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nature-lovers get away
We loved it. The living area is open with a comfy chair situated perfectly to enjoy the view. Huge deck and screened in porch perfect for bird watching. Kayaks included with easy launch right from the property. We loved kayaking and exploring the canal, creek, and salt marshes. Close to the beach but set back in a quiet neighborhood at the end of the street so it feels somewhat secluded. Perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property enjoyed the location and amenities very much
Was quick and easy renting this property
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Will B., Falls Church

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing in Nature
We enjoyed being on the water and trying to catch crabs. Overall it was a great place and we hope to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joe L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Canal Stay
We enjoyed the stay very much. Nice area for wildlife, kayaking, biking.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Craig R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house, with amazing views. The screened in deck was a surprised find.
We would stay again
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joe M., paoli, pa

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for us
Enjoyed the comfy house, loved the porches. We liked all the area offered us - kayaking, bird watching, tennis, beach and seafood restaurants. Best recommendation I can give - would look forward to renting it again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect beach house
We love this house! The pictures do not do it justice. The view from the deck is incredible and we had so much fun on the kayaks! We loved how close it is to the drive-on beaches and boardwalks. We split the house with another couple and brought 3 children under 4 and it was a perfect place for small kids to play and relax too. We hope to be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Find!
The property was better than expected! Great location and yard, the kayaking was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

michele k.

Liked: Cleanliness
family reunion
This house was great for our needs and will hope to book it again next Aug.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dawn N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach House
Very nice house exactly as pictured and listed. The kitchen had everything we needed and the owners left beer and coffee for us. We used the screened in porch for all meals. We brought kayaks with us and used the ones at the house. Great family vacation house! Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

General property information

Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Location
Bethany Beach
Structure Type
Private vacation home