The smallest state of the United States yet Delaware manages to pack a punch when it comes to vacations. The place is especially heaven for beach lovers and music lovers because of its gorgeous beaches and the Firefly Music Festival. Not far behind is the art scene. Southern Delaware is and has long been a mecca for artists and performers. Hosting studios and galleries showcasing visual arts to theatres featuring performing arts, the art scene here is rich and vibrant. The Rehoboth Beach has plenty of artsy shops and a nice boardwalk that leads to Cape Henlopen, which is a beautiful state park. It’s also a great place to go camping or glamping, surfing, fishing or just exploring the town on a bike. With all of that to do, let looking up a place to stay be the least of your concerns. The best vacation rentals in Lewes, Delaware, are curated for you right here. Check them out.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status. recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on November 10, 2023.
1. Peaceful retreat near the canal (from USD 220)
This listing is a four-bedroom property with a cozy, home-like vibe to it. It houses three double bedrooms, one triple bedroom, an ample living area and a dining area for six. The listing also comes with internet access, a washer, dryer and iron, and air conditioning and heating. Located close to downtown, you could easily take a short walk to get to the shops and restaurants without having to worry about parking and traffic. You can also walk to the canal front to take in the gorgeous view or to enjoy live music at Irish eyes on the wharf. Additionally, the canal front park nearby has free yoga, Zumba and movie sessions. The location is less than a mile from the beach.
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The kitchen is pretty well equippedAdequate off street parking for three vehicles and plenty of room for us all to be togetherAnd the shopping locally and Tanger outletsThe house was as described in the listingI had to scramble to find other possible accommodations for the 6 of usCleanliness:
The interior of the property was cleanThe house was perfect for our needs and accommodated 4 adults and 1 baby wellThe house is very well cared for and very cute and comfortableHost:
The owner as great to work withour host was very responsive to questions and parkingand we tried again the key code I was given plus the key code from prior rentersThe key code I was given did not workThere was also an issue where he emailed me and said the property wasnt available the day prior to arrivalRead more reviewsLocation:
But Rohoboth and Dewey are just a short drive away if you want more action This was perfect fun with two little boys who loved swimming in the nearby calm beachand they just went thru the screen to get inside and unlock doorHouse is in a great location to enjoy Lewes and other areas of DelawareWe LOVED this beautiful beach houseIt was in a great location relaxing and quiet Lewes beach
2. Contemporary apartment near the beach (from USD 339)
This two-story apartment has been newly renovated and is located in downtown Lewes, only a short walk to everything happening around town. It has also been listed among the most beautiful Airbnb’s in Delaware on Architectural Digest’s website. The apartment comprises one bedroom, a stylish living room, and a full kitchen, all of which are done up tastefully. It retains the old world charm of the original high lofty beamed ceilings from the 1700s but is styled with contemporary furnishings and stylish decor.
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the apartment is extremely comfortable with lovely furnishings and absolutely anything neededthe ceiling fan requires you to either be tall or a good jumper to turn on and offgreat everything - apt amenities location hosts etcjust wish we had known the a/c was from window units and not central a//cthe apartment is very charming as evidenced by the listing's photosCleanliness:
everything was super clean and modernand it was sparkling cleanvery quiet clean and cozysuper cozy and very cleangreat clean historic space with plenty of room to relax and even to work a bitHost:
ashley was a wonderful hostashley has a great place and she was a wonderful hostashley and her mom deanna were wonderful hostsash was a fantastic host providing great service throughout the experienceashley was an attentive and very welcoming hostessRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing location in the heart of downtown lewesgreat location and beautiful apartmentin a perfect location to access downtown leweslocation is superb in the heart of the town near many great shops and restaurantsthe location is perfect for access to everything in lewes
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3. Pretty cottage with a gorgeous garden (from USD 220)
This small and charming cottage features beautiful interiors and modern amenities. It comprises one bedroom with a queen bed, a fully equipped kitchen, and a cozy living area. The private patio amidst the foliage is great to read or to enjoy coffee in the morning and drinks in the evening while taking in the beauty of the surroundings. The beach is only a five-minute drive away and there are a number of great restaurants at a walking distance from the property. The property will resonate with nature lowers, garden enthusiasts and people who appreciate historical properties with modern amenities.
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the couch was super comfortable for snugglingwe found the cottage to be absolutely immaculate comfortable and thoughtfully laid-outCleanliness:
everything was very cleanthe house was spotless cool (we stayed in august) and all the towels and linens were high qualityso sparkling clean fantastic locationit's got so much charm—decorated in a way that feels fresh clean and invitingit was very clean and comfy and evidently prepared with much thought and careHost:
holly was a great hostthank you for hostingholly and her husband were delightful hostsholly was very responsive to our questions before bookingwonderful hosts very responsive and focused on making the guests comfortableRead more reviewsLocation:
easy walk to downtown restaurantsthe location was great - close to town and our eventgreat bike trails and short bike ride or car ride to beaches and lewes state parkgreat location quiet and so easy to walk to the downtown arealewes is such a pretty place
4. Pet-friendly beach house with large yard (from USD 270)
This listing is a beach house with four bedrooms, a large landscaped yard and proximity to downtown Delaware. The two-story house also comes with well-appointed kitchen space, an enclosed sun porch, and an open wrap-around front porch. The lower story comprises of one master bedroom, the living and dining space, and the kitchen while the second story comprises of the second master bedroom, two twin bedrooms, a living room, and a screened porch. The property welcomes up to two dogs at an additional fee per dog.
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the house has a lot of room but the furniture wasn’t very comfortable and the carpet needs replacingso close to the beach and town comfortable beds all the kitchen amenities a backyard breezy porcheslots of room outdoor space and great yard to hang out inthe house is super comfortable and accommodated two couples and two teenagers very wellthe house and kitchen was fully outfitted making it easy to cookCleanliness:
the house was clean and comfortableit was very clean comfortable and cozyvery spacious and well equipped - clean and welcominggreat place for a group-- very cleanthe house was a cozy clean and well laid outHost:
the host was helpful and responsivepatrick was a great hostpatrick was a very kind and responsive host quick to respond to our questionshe was very helpfulthe host was great about keeping in touchRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close to beachgreat location very close to beach & town of lewesgreat location 2 minute walk to the beachthe location was perfect - close to the beach and downtown lewesgreat location house has everything you need
5. Updated condo with two bedrooms (from USD 147)
This modern and stylish condo unit is within walking distance or biking distance of everything there is to explore in Delaware. The guests are provided with two cruiser bicycles for exploring the scenic coastal town besides beach chairs and a beach cart. The property comprises large and spacious rooms with tasteful decor. One bedroom comes with a double bed and the other with a bunk bed. The house also features a keypad locked front door for safety, smart TV, high-speed internet access, a fenced-in patio with seating and an umbrella and ample parking space.
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good ventilation with fans and air filters throughoutthe condo was thoughtfully provisioned the ac worked well and the beds were comfortablethe ac was comfortable and the bedroom was nice and dark so we could sleep intheir apartment was conveniently located clean and well stocked even including bicycles beach chairs and a beach cartit had everything we needed and we felt very comfortable there during our stayCleanliness:
very clean and comfortable condothe condo was very clean and comfortablethe apartment was very clean and well stockedit was very cleanthe apartment was very clean and cozyHost:
mike was a great hostmike was the best host and flexiblemike and tracy are wonderful hostsmike and tracy were amazing hostsmike was wonderfully helpful and gracious -- a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
location ideal for many different activitiesmike’s place is perfectly located in walking distance from beach and townsuper convenient to be able to walk to the beach and downtown lewesexcellent location quiet and private good parking and very near (walking distance) to lewes village shops and restaurantsthe location is super convenient to walk to anything and everything lewes has to offer
6. Pet-friendly home with hot tub (from USD 500)
This listing, located in downtown Lewes, is a newly renovated five-bedroom home where historical charm meets modern comforts. With two master suites, a newly done up kitchen, two dining spaces, a large family room coupled with proximity to the beach, being few steps away from shops and restaurants downtown, it’s an ideal place for friends and family alike to come together for a vacation in Delaware. Additionally, it is dog-friendly and your furry friend doesn’t have to stay out of the family fun either. A non-refundable pet fee does apply, however. The three-story property has the family room, the kitchen, two dining spaces, a living area and a master bedroom on the first floor, the second master bedroom along with two additional rooms on the second floor and a third bedroom on the last floor. The house also comes with an outdoor shower, a large-screened porch, and a private backyard with a hot tub.
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I was asked to take all to the curb when we leftThe only reason I gave 4 stars instead of 5 is that the outside trash had not been taken out and was overflowing After calling the property managersThe house was immaculate and well designedCleanliness:
It was bright and cleanThe decor is gorgeous and the house is spacious and lovelyIt's beautifully decorated and updatedHost:
It appeared to be weeks of trash and recycling which should have been taken care of by the property management teamBeautiful home within walking distance to all of downtown historic Lewes and a very quick drive to the beachBeautiful welcoming home within walking distance to shops and restaurants We would love to stay there againRead more reviewsLocation:
It's within walking distance to the downtown Lewes shops and restaurants and about a 1 mile walk to the beachGreat property steps away from downtown Historic Lewes Perfect for a weekend getawayWe enjoyed the walking distance to all the shops and restaurants - would come back againthe interior and backyard were great for relaxing with the family and such a convenient location to downtown
The eclectic culinary scene
As for the culinary scene, Southern Delaware’s Culinary Coast simply can’t be topped for their delectable delicacies, tastings and food tours. Delaware is also home to well-known breweries and distilleries. The Dogfish Head is a must-stop for a beer connoisseur and the Nassau Valley Vineyards for someone interested in sampling some high-quality wine.
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