Bear Trap Dunes dog-friendly house w/ shared sauna, tennis court, balcony
4.1
Excellent(32 Reviews)House in Ocean View, DE
10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 4 baths
Reasons to book
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsPool, Pets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
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About this house rental
Bear Trap Dunes - 182 Willow Oak Ave.
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Capturing the small town feeling in an exciting community, this spacious two-story 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath vacation home - approximately 1,971 square feet - offers exceptional spaces inside and out. The first floor offers the living area, well-equipped open kitchen, dining area and TWO master suites, as well as a covered from porch and a screened porch in back. On the second floor, there are two more bedrooms with a Jack and Jill bathroom between them. The fifth bedroom offers two single beds along with a TV/DVD player. Every bedroom features its own TV and DVD players. There is a full size washer and dryer to help get those not-so-fun chores done faster. The kitchen offers extras such as slow cookers and rice cookers to make cooking fast and easy so you can enjoy the beach and pools more. Central air conditioning too. 6 TVs (4 flat-screens), 6 DVDs, gas fireplace, gas grill, Wifi.
The Village at Bear Trap Dunes surrounds 27 holes of championship golf at Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club. Just three miles to the beach, this exciting golf course community features a fantastic set of amenities, including The Village Pavilion (with indoor pool, outdoor pool, kiddie pool, exercise room, Har-Tru tennis courts, hard surface tennis court, multi-sport court and saunas for homeowners and guests), outdoor pool, playground, summer beach shuttle and clubhouse with restaurant.
Note: The Bear Trap Dunes Owners Association charges an optional per person fee for guests ages 4 and older for the use of the community’s amenities, including the in-season beach shuttle, pools, tennis and fitness center. This fee varies by the time of year and is subject to change without notice. Guests that opt to purchase amenity passes MUST purchase at the Bear Trap Pavilion.
*Up to two dogs are welcome to join you at this home.
*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.
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 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.
Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'
Capturing the small town feeling in an exciting community, this spacious two-story 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath vacation home - approximately 1,971 square feet - offers exceptional spaces inside and out. The first floor offers the living area, well-equipped open kitchen, dining area and TWO master suites, as well as a covered from porch and a screened porch in back. On the second floor, there are two more bedrooms with a Jack and Jill bathroom between them. The fifth bedroom offers two single beds along with a TV/DVD player. Every bedroom features its own TV and DVD players. There is a full size washer and dryer to help get those not-so-fun chores done faster. The kitchen offers extras such as slow cookers and rice cookers to make cooking fast and easy so you can enjoy the beach and pools more. Central air conditioning too. 6 TVs (4 flat-screens), 6 DVDs, gas fireplace, gas grill, Wifi.
The Village at Bear Trap Dunes surrounds 27 holes of championship golf at Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club. Just three miles to the beach, this exciting golf course community features a fantastic set of amenities, including The Village Pavilion (with indoor pool, outdoor pool, kiddie pool, exercise room, Har-Tru tennis courts, hard surface tennis court, multi-sport court and saunas for homeowners and guests), outdoor pool, playground, summer beach shuttle and clubhouse with restaurant.
Note: The Bear Trap Dunes Owners Association charges an optional per person fee for guests ages 4 and older for the use of the community’s amenities, including the in-season beach shuttle, pools, tennis and fitness center. This fee varies by the time of year and is subject to change without notice. Guests that opt to purchase amenity passes MUST purchase at the Bear Trap Pavilion.
*Up to two dogs are welcome to join you at this home.
*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.
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 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.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Map of Ocean View, DE
Reviews
4.1
Excellent(32 Reviews)4.1
We are able to take our dogs to this house, lots of places to walk. Shuttle to beach but also just a few minutes drive to the beach. The house is great for us, has all the amenities we needed.
4.1
Loved the property.will definitely come back again
4.1
There was nothing to love about this place it reeked of dog urine, the odor overtook the house and our lungs! The house needs a complete overhaul, the furniture was torn and very worn…Within minutes we knew there was no staying at this house. Vacasa was of no help in giving us a refund or helping us find another place to stay! Vacasa told us we didn’t give them a chance to remedy the problem, that would have required replacement of every inch of carpeting, all upholstered furniture and bedding. The dog pee smell was so strong , exposure to this to the odor could cause lung and eye irritations. Shame on Vacasa for representing this house…I will never use Vacasa again, they left us hanging and management was very rude and flippant about the condition of this property. Luckily, we were able to rented another home with Airbnb.
4.1
Bear Creek Dunes is our go to location at Bethany Beach. We love the neighborhood for our family. This house is big enough for our family, well designed for comfort for the length of stay.
4.1
Conveniently located. Great amenities. Accommodated 8 of us comfortably; however the second floor bedrooms and bath have an odd configuration. ( One bedroom lacks access to the bathroom without going through another bedroom.) We enjoyed the screen porch in the morning and the front porch in the evening.
4.1
As this is our second stay in this home, I have seen many changes and not for the better. I am grateful to have my dog stay with us but that doesn’t excuse the household items being run down or dirty. I had to clean out the silverware drawer and the pots and pans. The master suite had a huge stain on the carpet and the ceiling had a water stain. The living run furniture was quite broken in and not clean. It’s also time to replace the dining chairs that felt unsteady. This time there were no beach umbrellas or blow dryers. While the home is big and spacious located in a beautiful development with nice amenities, it’s a shame to let it get run down. By the way there is also a loose board on the front steps. This was not a cheap vacation rental.
4.1
The Neighborhood of Bear Trap Dunes is really scenic and beautiful. It's so quiet and feels like your in a movie as you walk around the neighborhood.
The house was great, and we loved the outdoor screened in porch. Plenty of bedrooms and beds and bathrooms for everyone! Would recommend staying here for family vacations!
4.1
Very dirty house. Stained carpets, ceiling, dilapidated furniture. House was filthy when we arrived.
4.1
The house and neighborhood was perfect for a golf vacation. The house was well-appointed with all the needs for a great time. The only concern was it smelled like cat urine when you first walk in. Also a carpet stain when you walk into master bedroom. The Master bedroom floor squeaks when you walk which can be quite annoying while you are sleeping. However, the rest of the house was great. Perfect back yard if you have kids or a dog.
4.1
Golf Vacation
The house and neighborhood was perfect for a golf vacation. The house was well-appointed with all the needs for a great time. The only concern was it smelled like cat urine when you first walk in. Also a carpet stain when you walk into master bedroom. The Master bedroom floor squeaks when you walk which can be quite annoying while you are sleeping. However, the rest of the house was great. Perfect back yard if you have kids or a dog.
4.1
Nice place, big front and back porch. Neighborhood/Community seemed friendly, we did not use all the amenities so I am unable to comment there. Had some late night giggling teenage cousins... never heard a complaint. I think sound doesn't carry so much off the property.
The place was clean. Recommend bringing extra TP. Biggest issue was we had a few allergy sufferers and the fact that pets are allowed -- furniture could probably use a more deep clean every time as there are alot of pollinating trees in both the front and the back of the place. Maybe it's the time of year but it did limit our use of the outdoor space in the back.
One thing I would hope changes the front door doesn't have a deadbolt or anything. We had a couple special needs children with us and one unexpected opened the front door. there's an alert you hear but its also easy to miss that too, wanted to be able to latch that at night.
Finally, in general furnishing and appliances are from 10 years ago. The TVs are smart TVs but not 4k and we got an error a few times will operating them. You can't stream things from your device -- unless u bring ur own firestick or something like that. and the washer dryer and dishwasher can dominate any conversation in the living room.
That said everything worked fine and we'd stay here again.
4.1
There was nothing to love about this place it reeked of dog urine, the odor overtook the house and our lungs! The house needs a complete overhaul, the furniture was torn and very worn…Within minutes we knew there was no staying at this house. Vacasa was of no help in giving us a refund or helping us find another place to stay! Vacasa told us we didn’t give them a chance to remedy the problem, that would have required replacement of every inch of carpeting, all upholstered furniture and bedding. The dog pee smell was so strong , exposure to this to the odor could cause lung and eye irritations. Shame on Vacasa for representing this house…I will never use Vacasa again, they left us hanging and management was very rude and flippant about the condition of this property. Luckily, we were able to rented another home with Airbnb.
4.1
Quiet Golf Course
Nice place, big front and back porch. Neighborhood/Community seemed friendly, we did not use all the amenities so I am unable to comment there. Had some late night giggling teenage cousins... never heard a complaint. I think sound doesn't carry so much off the property.
The place was clean. Recommend bringing extra TP. Biggest issue was we had a few allergy sufferers and the fact that pets are allowed -- furniture could probably use a more deep clean every time as there are alot of pollinating trees in both the front and the back of the place. Maybe it's the time of year but it did limit our use of the outdoor space in the back.
One thing I would hope changes the front door doesn't have a deadbolt or anything. We had a couple special needs children with us and one unexpected opened the front door. there's an alert you hear but its also easy to miss that too, wanted to be able to latch that at night.
Finally, in general furnishing and appliances are from 10 years ago. The TVs are smart TVs but not 4k and we got an error a few times will operating them. You can't stream things from your device -- unless u bring ur own firestick or something like that. and the washer dryer and dishwasher can dominate any conversation in the living room.
That said everything worked fine and we'd stay here again.
4.1
Overall a nice weekend. Some of the kitchen accessories (blender, hand mixer) no longer working and need to be replaced. Plenty of bedrooms but not much living space for 10 people. House & furniture showing some wear and tear.
4.1
Family weekend
Overall a nice weekend. Some of the kitchen accessories (blender, hand mixer) no longer working and need to be replaced. Plenty of bedrooms but not much living space for 10 people. House & furniture showing some wear and tear.
4.1
The house was beautifully decorated yet cozy. Everything we needed. Neighborhood was extremely quiet as many of the homes were empty during our stay. It was like a retreat.
4.1
Beautiful home
The house was beautifully decorated yet cozy. Everything we needed. Neighborhood was extremely quiet as many of the homes were empty during our stay. It was like a retreat.
4.1
Nice Layout
House in a nice neighborhood with a view of the golf course. Layout was nice and provide enough space for a large group to hang out.
4.1
House in a nice neighborhood with a view of the golf course. Layout was nice and provide enough space for a large group to hang out.
4.1
The neighborhood is wonderful. Very peaceful and friendly. The house was a bit dated and in need of some TLC. It felt unkept and unclean. The washer sounded like an aircraft carrier. We had ants. The mattresses were uncomfortable. Dog hair was left from the previous renter. We have rented in that community before and expected the same type of experience but didn’t get it.
4.1
Our Stay
The neighborhood is wonderful. Very peaceful and friendly. The house was a bit dated and in need of some TLC. It felt unkept and unclean. The washer sounded like an aircraft carrier. We had ants. The mattresses were uncomfortable. Dog hair was left from the previous renter. We have rented in that community before and expected the same type of experience but didn’t get it.
4.1
Thank you - the home met our expectations
4.1
The neighborhood was beautiful. The pool was great. The house is a bit shabby - needs a lot of updating. All kitchen chairs need to be replaced. The sofas are quite worn. The downstairs master bed and bath reeked of cigar (or something) smoke. Kitchen needs way more eating utensils - and a can opener! Plenty of plates and bowls. Ice maker does not work. The screened porch was nice to have. Wifi was up and down. Upstairs master shower has mold. We'll try to find another house in the neighborhood next time.
4.1
Great home
Thank you - the home met our expectations
4.1
Great neighborhood
The neighborhood was beautiful. The pool was great. The house is a bit shabby - needs a lot of updating. All kitchen chairs need to be replaced. The sofas are quite worn. The downstairs master bed and bath reeked of cigar (or something) smoke. Kitchen needs way more eating utensils - and a can opener! Plenty of plates and bowls. Ice maker does not work. The screened porch was nice to have. Wifi was up and down. Upstairs master shower has mold. We'll try to find another house in the neighborhood next time.
4.1
Our trip started with no code to enter the house. We had to call Vacasa and they couldn’t figure out how to generate a code. We had no internet for 2 days (placed multiple calls to Vacasa). Wasted my first day of vacation waiting for the repair man. The house is in very poor condition. The screen door was blown out on the porch (repaired later in the week), the kitchen counter is peeling, the ceiling is damaged and has tape holding it together, etc. The twin beds have terrible, thin mattresses. The TVs were spotty and had no instructions on how to use them, especially with no internet. We were really disappointed in the home, especially for the price.
4.1
The home was prefect. Clean, great location, everything you need for vacation.
4.1
Great Location
The home was prefect. Clean, great location, everything you need for vacation.
4.1
We recently stayed and had a wonderful time. The house was clean. Beautiful neighborhood. Only about 5 minutes away from the beach and grocery store. We would def. go back!!
4.1
Very disappointing
Our trip started with no code to enter the house. We had to call Vacasa and they couldn’t figure out how to generate a code. We had no internet for 2 days (placed multiple calls to Vacasa). Wasted my first day of vacation waiting for the repair man. The house is in very poor condition. The screen door was blown out on the porch (repaired later in the week), the kitchen counter is peeling, the ceiling is damaged and has tape holding it together, etc. The twin beds have terrible, thin mattresses. The TVs were spotty and had no instructions on how to use them, especially with no internet. We were really disappointed in the home, especially for the price.
4.1
May 2021
We recently stayed and had a wonderful time. The house was clean. Beautiful neighborhood. Only about 5 minutes away from the beach and grocery store. We would def. go back!!
4.1
Bear Trap Dunes is a vacation place of peace and serenity. Shopping, beaches, friendly and , helpful people alll with in reach. This wholesome community will be our second home. 💜🙏🏿💜🙏🏿
4.1
A Home away from home. Great neighborhood and wonderful people.
Bear Trap Dunes is a vacation place of peace and serenity. Shopping, beaches, friendly and , helpful people alll with in reach. This wholesome community will be our second home. 💜🙏🏿💜🙏🏿
4.1
This was a fantastic property for a short family getaway!!
4.1
Great experience
This was a fantastic property for a short family getaway!!
4.1
We arrived and the wifi was not working. It took 18 hours for someone to show up and address the issue. This was after multiple phone calls. Given everyone’s reliance on reliable and fast Wifi this was unacceptable. Once fixed the wifi was still slow.
4.1
My family and I had a wonderful time renting this home. Loved the opportunity to bring our dog. Home is located in a great community and located close to shopping and of course the beach.
4.1
Great home!
My family and I had a wonderful time renting this home. Loved the opportunity to bring our dog. Home is located in a great community and located close to shopping and of course the beach.
4.1
Wifi didn’t work and Vacasa response was incredibly slow
We arrived and the wifi was not working. It took 18 hours for someone to show up and address the issue. This was after multiple phone calls. Given everyone’s reliance on reliable and fast Wifi this was unacceptable. Once fixed the wifi was still slow.
4.1
enjoyed our stay
The home was perfect for a weekend escape, plenty of space to hang and relax. Our group had a great time!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Ocean View?
The average price for a rental in Ocean View is $388 per night. This rental is $13 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Bear Trap Dunes dog-friendly house w/ shared sauna, tennis court, balcony. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Bear Trap Dunes dog-friendly house w/ shared sauna, tennis court, balcony. Enjoy the water!
Is Bear Trap Dunes dog-friendly house w/ shared sauna, tennis court, balcony pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Bear Trap Dunes dog-friendly house w/ shared sauna, tennis court, balcony?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and fireplace.
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