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5 minutes to the beach! Family friendly Sea Colony beach condo

Family-friendly stay near Bethany Beach Boardwalk

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A spacious kitchen with white cabinets and a built-in oven, a black spiral staircase, and a view of the living area.
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A two-story house with a front porch and a small staircase.
A modern living room with a large TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a balcony with outdoor furniture.
A gym with exercise equipment, large windows, and a high ceiling.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire condo

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

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Bethany Beach, DE
  • Place, beach near Sea Colony
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Bethany Beach Beaches
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Bethany Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Salisbury, MD (SBY-Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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About the area

Bethany Beach

Close to the beach.You'll find Bethany Beach Beaches and Chief Little Owl Totem Pole within 2 miles (3 km) of this condo. Town Museum and Bethany Beach Boardwalk are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • beach near Sea Colony - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bethany Beach Beaches - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Town Museum - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Bethany Beach Bandstand - 4 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Ocean City Station - 29 min drive
  • Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ocean 99 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Claws Seafood - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mango's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

5 minutes to the beach! Family friendly Sea Colony beach condo

Our condo has a main bedroom (1 queen), a guest bedroom (2 twins), a den with a sleeper sofa, a closable pocket door that converts it into a 3rd bedroom, a loft with 3 twin beds, and 2 full baths. The unit has a Washer/Dryer, dishwasher, electric stove/oven, microwave, disposal, coffee maker, and other basic kitchen equipment. Utilities are included as well as free wi-fi throughout and cable TV. Several of our outlets have USB charging ports. We have included several kid-friendly items, including a booster seat, pack ' n ' play, training potty, portable bed rail, toys, games, and books. Linens (sheets, pillow cases, blankets) and towels (1 bath towel per guest) are included with the rental. No beach towels are provided.

Our condo is on the West Side of the Sea Colony property, about 0.5 miles from the private beach. The Sea Colony has 3 trams that take tenants from the West Side to the beach side. It's about a 5-10 min ride, and there is a tram stop right outside the condo. The tram runs all day at very frequent intervals (you can download an app to follow it). There are several outdoor pools in the community, including one that is a 2-min walk from the condo. There are 2 indoor pools (one in Edgewater house on the beach side and one in the fitness center about 5 min from our condo on the West Side) for rainy days. The tennis facility is about an 8 min walk from the condo. There are several playgrounds and tennis/pickleball courts around the property. The town of Bethany is less than 1 mile from Sea Colony and offers a boardwalk, restaurants, mini golf, and more. There is a small shopping center about 0.5 miles from the condo with restaurants, a surf shop, an ice cream shop, and a bike rental.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU ARRIVE:
The Sea Colony Recreational Association charges a per-person resort fee for guests aged 4 and older. This fee varies by time of year and is mandatory to access the pools, recreation facilities, and the Sea Colony private beach.

2026 Weekly Guest Badge Fees (Per person/per week, ages 4+):

9/20/25- 03/31/26: $15
4/01/26- 05/8/26: $20
5/09/26- 06/05/26: $35
6/06/26- 09/11/26: $58
9/12/26- 10/16/26: $35
10/17/26- 3/31/27: $20

Badges for all guests must be purchased upon arrival at Sea Colony and are available at the Sea Colony Beach Shoppe, located at 33548 Market Place, Unit #4, Bethany Beach, DE 19930

These fees are NOT included in the VRBO leasing amount. You pick up and pay for the guest passes upon arrival.

Please respect the no dog policy.

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: Two unassigned parking spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis with badge purchase. Vehicles must not be taller than six feet, including roof-top carriers.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Fenced private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1"on-site accessible parking spaces 1", on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Splash pad

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please pull the sheets off the beds you used and put them along with the dirty towels in the main bathroom bathtub. Please leave pillows and bed covers on the beds
Please put all game/toy/puzzle pieces are put back together and return them to their correct places (it’s no fun playing with a toy that’s missing a piece!!)
If you spill something on the furniture/carpet – please try to clean it up before it stains - cleaning supplies are under the kitchen sink.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Internet connections, TV, and other electronics cannot be guaranteed
Renter pays for Sea Colony amenity fee. https://---------------- for rates.
Parking permits are required can be picked up in the Market Place store (free). SC permits a total of 2 cars/unit from Memorial Day through Labor day.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is 5 minutes to the beach! Family friendly Sea Colony beach condo to the airport?

This condo is 27.1 mi (45-min drive) away from the Ocean City, MD (OCE-Ocean City Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 5 minutes to the beach! Family friendly Sea Colony beach condo have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is 5 minutes to the beach! Family friendly Sea Colony beach condo to the beach?

This condo is 6.6 mi (12-min drive) from Ocean City Beach and 6.6 mi (12-min drive) from Maryland Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 5 minutes to the beach! Family friendly Sea Colony beach condo offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 5 minutes to the beach! Family friendly Sea Colony beach condo?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at 5 minutes to the beach! Family friendly Sea Colony beach condo?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 5 minutes to the beach! Family friendly Sea Colony beach condo?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does 5 minutes to the beach! Family friendly Sea Colony beach condo have a pool?

This condo features an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Does 5 minutes to the beach! Family friendly Sea Colony beach condo have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is 5 minutes to the beach! Family friendly Sea Colony beach condo to downtown Bethany Beach?

This condo is 1.2 mi away from Bethany Beach.

5 minutes to the beach! Family friendly Sea Colony beach condo Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay ! Thank you

We had a lovely stay, with much more space here then when we have stayed in the sea colony condos on the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space and location, appreciated the kid's toys and space. Very communicative and responsive to my questions.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great house and great location

We always enjoy our stays at Sea Colony and we particularly enjoyed our stay this year. The house is clean and comfortable and our kids loved the toys in the house, especially the train set. Great location close to bus and tram stops. We will be back next summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Stay

We had a good stay - the house is spacious and well equipped. The property is great for families with lots of nearby amenities from Sea Colony including a pool just a few steps from the house. The home is basic but has everything you need. Beds were not very comfortable but other than that we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great condo with amazing amenities!

My family and I really enjoyed staying at this property. It’s the perfect place for a vacation especially with all of the amenities of sea colony. There were a bunch of pools to choose from and the tram and buses made getting around effortless (and fun!). Jennifer was very easy to get in touch with and she kept the condo very clean- even had board games available. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property. Close to beach and lot of activities in the community

Beautiful property. Very clean. Private condo at the end. Very great communication with property manager. Easy check in / check out. Thank you. Will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and relaxation

We love the Sea Colony community. Trips to the beach using the tram is convenient and nice. The kids also loved biking (Weekly bike rental is the best value). The access to several different pools including the ones at the hotel was a plus. Recommend staying here while vacationing at Bethany Beach. Communication with the property owner was great. She takes pride in her unit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and sq footage. Needs some TLC

We stayed at the property for five days. This is part of the Sea Colony community (Which is excellent btw). Property was close to a pool and a tram pick up spot. There were seven of us ranging in ages from 3 on up. We selected the property due to its size and ability to hold all of us. This was certainly one of the larger properties in the community and the family had no issues with space. There was plenty of it! The property is a little outdated and due for some overall maintenance. This seems to be a common theme across many of the Sea Colony communities though. Our washer completely bit the dust. The host was responsive in working to order a replacement, but unfortunately plumbing and logistic issues won out and it wasn't there by the time we left. Our suggested recourse was that there was a laundromat a mile away, which unfortunately left a bad impression. With seven of us, we struggled a bit to reserve clean clothes. Overall the vacation was fine, but if we ever go back, we would explore other properties. We would stick with the same community though. They seem to have a strong foot hold in this area and are certainly worth the money.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Disappointed

Unit was dirty. Garbage under the bed, ceiling fan was dirty and hadn’t been cleaned in a very long time. We did not use it as a result. Dirt on walls, grime on appliances, sand on bathroom floors. Had to change the sheets before bed because there was sand between the sheets so appeared they had not been washed. Dishes were put away still wet and some not clean. The deck was dirty, lots of debris, not as shown in the picture. The fridge leaked water onto the kitchen floor when the ice maker was used. We had to place a towel in the bottom to keep from having to clean up the floor during our stay. Our son arrived an hour or so early, the cleaning service told him it would be ready in 30 minutes. He returned to drop off his things, left to go fishing and we were charged an early check in fee. The owner said cleaning svc is not authorized to allow an early check in. That is not our fault, should have been taken up with the cleaning service. towels were still in the dryer with a note from cleaning svc to feel free to use the additional towels (which we didn’t need, there were only 4 of us). We were then charged for use of extra linens. We only used the towels that were left out for us. 20 years we’ve stayed at Sea Colony, this is the first time we’ve had a problem. This was a disappointment.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant stay and easy access to all pools and beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

September beach dsys

We all enjoyed very much. We will be back !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet shaded abode

Owner very responsive Clean linens available Good for a small family; bus route right outside for beach. Tram a few steps away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful getaway

We love Bethany Beach and this condo at Sea Colony made our trip even better! The condo was clean, designed for comfort and entertaining a family. Included a large dining table, lots of games,, an outdoor area to eat and a den for kids to play/hang out. It is close proximity to everything in sea colony with the tram right outside or an easy walk to the beach. Plus, the owner was responsive and available for questions throughout to ensure a great stay. Thank you and we’ll be back next summer!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025