Welcome to our quaint little home. Our home is situated on the Delaware Bay with water views from the TWO front porches. This home is for beachgoers, fishermen, and anyone who wants to just relax. We are only a short walk to the beach where you can sit and relax, fish, swim (no lifeguards) or walk along the shoreline searching for seashells. This is the hidden gem local fishermen drift for the local catch. This beach does not require a fishing license, just bring your poles. It also has beautiful landscapes for photographers. This property will allow you to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life or work. The porches are enclosed allowing 4 season use to enjoy the water views (each has it's own AC/Heater unit). This is a great place to enjoy your morning coffee or curl up with a good book. Views from the backyard overlook the marsh land. You can catch various types of birds, including eagles, that nests in the trees. Lastly, the turtles, varying from babies to adults, you can catch walking from beach to marsh. As you drive into Fortescue you will see a sign for turtle activity. Please be cautious when driving the during moderate and high seasons.
This is a family property, kids and dogs are welcome. We do have a large crate at the property to use as needed (for the dogs :) ). There is also a leash line in the backyard. The property has 2 bedrooms and one loft with privacy curtain. You do need to walk through some (all) of the bedrooms to get to the stairs. The bathroom is on the first floor. NEWLY added is a Queen sleeper sofa. There is also convertible ottomans in the living room, either 2 twins or push together for a full sized bed. The living room accommodations are great options for someone who needs to be closer to the bathroom, perhaps has bad knees, or you just need extra sleeping space. The stairs are on the steeper side, we don’t want anyone to fall. Each room, except the loft (AC only), has a mini-split unit that allows you to control your own temperature.
In the town of Fortescue, there is a self-boat dock at the western part of the beach. If you have a boat, bring it along there is more then enough room to pull onto the property. There is also, a fee for service boat dock, Higbee’s (can’t miss it on your way into town). Don’t have a boat, rent a charter boat for a great fishing trip, check out: fortescuemarina.com/charters.html. While you’re here don’t forget to check out The Charleston, upscale waterfront restaurant serving amazing fresh seafood dishes. After eating, next door, visit the Sea Chest where you can get local souvenirs. While on the beach, primarily in the spring, you will find many horseshoe crabs along the shoreline during there mating season. They will not cause you harm.
For a fun day trip, you can visit the town of Bridgeton. Here they have a free zoo, with various animals, including tigers. A children’s splash pad, also is located at the zoo, and open during the summer months. If you travel 3 minutes away you will find yourself at Sunset Lake beach where you can sit and relax, picnic, swim (lifeguard on duty), rent kayaks, or fish off their pier. End the day at the Golden Pigeon, for amazing homecooked diner food. We’ve never left there hungry.
If shopping is your fancy, visit Millville where many Chain stores and restaurants are. For car lovers, visit the Millville Motorway where you can watch races or drive go-karts around the tracks. For the children, visit the new indoor Fun City with trampolines, slides, and ball pits.
We do recommend that you bring your groceries with you to the house. There are limited stores in the area. Closest store is Dollar General, 12-minute drive. Bridgeton and Millville are about 25-minute drives.
*If you are not a bug person, we do not recommend renting the home Mid June- August.* This is the high season time for green heads (type of horse fly), they do bite and cause itching like mosquitos. We do have a mosquito net to put over beach umbrella so you can enjoy the beach. We also recommend a good bug spray, wearing light colors and/or long sleeves to decrease bites. *Remainder of the year limited bugs will affect your vacation.*
Also due to this being a dog friendly home we can not guarantee complete removal of all dog hair. We clean thoroughly on a regular basis, but there can always be an slight amount lingering.
We appreciate you considering our home for your vacation. However, if you choose to stay at our home, there will be no refunds given for your decision of leaving the property earlier than your stay was booked for. The only exception that will be made for refunds, of leaving early, will be if a State of Emergency is issued. Thank you for your understanding.
