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Beachfront Sunsets on the Water at Oakwood Beach

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Terrace/patio
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, ceiling fan, TV, and window with curtains.
Dining
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12177 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Salem, NJ
  • Place, Salem River Wildlife Management Area
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Pennsville Public Library
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the area

Salem

Located in Salem, this vacation home is on the waterfront, a 4-minute drive from Salem River Wildlife Management Area and 10 minutes from Salem Medical Center. .This beach vacation home is 22.8 mi (36.7 km) from Christiana Mall and 5.6 mi (9 km) from Memorial Hospital Of Salem County.
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What's nearby

  • Salem River Wildlife Management Area - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge - 13 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Pennsville Public Library - 14 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Mannington Preserve - 15 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Cowtown Rodeo - 20 min drive - 24.7 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Station - 30 min drive
  • Wilmington, DE (ILG-New Castle) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Salem Oak Diner - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪King Fried Chicken - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Orient - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kathy's Crab House - ‬43 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Beachfront Sunsets on the Water at Oakwood Beach

You’ll instantly relax when you arrive at this private beachfront home on the beautiful Delaware River (2020 River of the year!). This hidden gem is off the beaten path, making it perfect for you to escape the hustle and bustle of your busy day-to-day. You’ll love the amazing sunsets and water fun — walk out the backdoor directly onto the large deck and sandy beach.

Message us for information about the local wineries and distilleries or for kayaking!
The space:

The home has 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths including a first floor, large bedroom with ensuite.

Easy access road with little traffic. Parking for 5 cars (1 in front driveway, 4 in our private parking across the street). Sleeps 11 with 6 beds (3 convertibles).

Walk out the door and onto the quiet beach, sit by the water, walk along the shore, go for a swim or enjoy water activities you love!

Our house is now equipped with Solar Panels which generally supply 100% of the needed energy demand.

Salem County is a rural agricultural area, not your typical Jersey shore experience. There aren’t bars or many stores, but you’ll see plenty of farm stands on your way to town filled with Jersey produce.

Most residents live on this is quiet beach year-round, so please be respectful, especially with your noise level. No parties are permitted. Quiet hours 10pm-8am.

Mid stay cleaning can be easily arranged per your preference. Please let us know.

The beach is beautiful and the water is great for swimming or water sports; however, there are no lifeguards: use of the beach and other outside areas are at renter's own risk (host is not responsible for any injury as such).

Note that there is a video doorbell and a security camera facing the back deck that record video when motion is detected 24/7.

There are noise monitor devices inside and outside of the property made by Minut. They only detect noise in decibels and do not record conversations.

Early Check-In Policy
When early check-in is possible, a $30 fee per early hour applies. Please note that we can't always guarantee early check-in, especially when it's requested well in advance. If you need guaranteed early access, we recommend booking the night before your intended stay.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this vacation home include barbecue grills and bike parking.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

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

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Note from host: Pets are considered and must be kept off furniture

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
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Beachfront Sunsets on the Water at Oakwood Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne F., Philadelphia, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard L., Van Alstyne, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
My wife and I have stayed at many vacation homes over the past 35 years and this was truly one of the best we have stayed at. The kitchen was well stocked and had everything you would need. Seriously, John thought of everything. The bathrooms were clean. The beds were comfortable. The living area was comfortable and has a gorgeous view with all of the windows facing the beach. The outdoor patio was amazing. There were beach towels, flip flops, bug spray, sunscreen, everything you would want for the beach. Everything was clean. We were on our way back to Philadelphia after a week of military parks and this was perfect for a few days of just chilling and relaxation. We will definitely stay again when in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Scarlett L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay during our spring break! The home was beautiful, clean, and well organized. The host was very responsive and easy to communicate with.We also loved being able to stay with our dog, Coco. Would definitely come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gregg Henriques

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a mini-honeymoon here and it was great.Wonderful place, wonderful view, wonderful hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

scill c., Brooklyn, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely wonderful stay - the house is large, comfortable and clean. The kitchen is so well stocked - we had more than everything we needed for our meals! John is very communicative and helpful - check-out directions are very simple to follow. The beach is such a luxury - quiet and serene - the gorgeous sunset cannot be beat! Electric fireplace is very cool. There are so many kind little touches - like extra toothbrushes if you forgot yours (which my mother did) - it's clear that the owners went all out to make sure we had an excellent stay, which we did! Would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julie S., Hamburg, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness
The host was super responsive and the home was very well stocked and comfortable. Many small touches made it wonderful.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our family spent Thanksgiving at this property. It was spacious and comfortable, with plenty of areas for everyone to have their own quiet time. The weather was chilly, but the views from the panoramic sliding glass doors made it feel as though we were sitting out on the beach all week. The house is stocked with two pairs of binoculars, which were snatched up and passed around every time a ship passed by (often)! John & Jahneva were helpful and communicative hosts. They made traveling with our extended family painless. Hauling a toddler, dog, and two sets of grandparents rarely goes off without a hitch, but they made it easy. The house is stocked with everything we could have needed for our toddler. The neighborhood is welcoming and walkable.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay at Oakwood Beach exceeded our expectations! Communications with the host, John, were all positive. The information packet was helpful. When we had one question concerning the operation of the outdoor fireplace, John promptly gave us help. The beach area had the feel and sound of the ocean. We took many pleasant walks on the beach. The house was very clean and there were many small touches such as toiletries, flip flops, sunscreen, etc that indicates the effort by the hosts to provide a pleasant experience. Perhaps the highest praise we can give is that even before our visit was over, we knew we wanted to come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is the second year that my wife and I joined my daughter's family at this house. We chose it for its location on the river and it having a beach. We brought a small sailboat with us and had a great time on the river and the beach. The layout suited our needs with a downstairs master bedroom. We attended the Cow Town rodeo on Saturday night and enjoyed it. The host maintained good communication via the app. We would recommend this as a great place to stay for a good time on the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
My family and I had a wonder time at this house Labor day weekend. The house was very clean. The kitchen is well equipped. Beautiful sunsets off the back deck. We used the firepit on the beach almost every night. We enjoyed the Shipyard for drinks and music we rented a firepit here .Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig F., Southampton

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property and outstanding hosts. Peaceful, relaxing, and a wonderful spot to finish out the summer. The provided amenities exceeded expectations. The house has everything needed for a home away from home vacation rental.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place to stay

Hosts couldn’t have been better. Communication excellent. The place was clean and the house was beautiful. Everything you need is in the home including flip flops for the beach!! Neighbors are nice and neighborhood is quiet. Fire pit in the beach made the stay special. Highly recommend you stay here!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location!!

We had an absolutely amazing time spending our family vacation here! With many small children, the bay side water without big waves was PERFECT for our young swimmers and made sitting on the beach much more relaxing for us parents. The sunset views are incredible, and all of the extra water sports gear (paddle boards, kayaks, floats, etc) provided plenty for everyone to do! The neighborhood was VERY quiet, and we typically only saw 1-2 other people out on the beach. Owners were very responsive, very quickly fixed a small issue we had with the TV, and included more extra amenities than I have ever had at a rental (including snacks, beach sandals, extra toiletry items that may have been forgotten, toys, books, games, etc). We definitely hope to return again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

In Town for the Weekend

Stayed here for my daughter’s softball tournament. The house is adorable and had plenty of everything that we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Beach Vacation

Our family enjoyed a great week on the beach. We were able to play in the river, kayak, fly kites and enjoy a great week together. Thanks for a great place to vacation as a family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable waterfront house

My family and I rented this property for our daughter's University of Delaware graduation week. We knew it was 40 minutes from campus but wanted a nice place for our family to stay while we were in town. The house is spotless. Cutely decorated. The set up of the house is spacious but cozy at the same time. The hosts were easy and nice to communicate with. They honestly thought of everything, from coffee pods, bag of ice in the freezer, phone chargers, you name it, they had it.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness

They thought of everything!

I have rented many vacation houses over the years and this is undoubtedly the best equipped house I have ever rented. Our group included two 2 year olds and there were many provisions for them, including a life jacket. We had a couple of minor blips that were quickly responded to by John. The house and easy communication made for a wonderful family vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just wait till you get inside ...

We travel in the winter in an RV. We had a friend and nephew who we wanted to spend time with and this house was perfect. The weather was very windy but having the beach right out the door was.perfect motovation to
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Time

Our family had a wonderful weekend all under one roof…every parents dream once your children become adults. The house was perfect for us…6 adults, our 2 year old granddaughter and a little dog. The house was clean, comfortable and had an amazing view of the water. We were lucky enough to witness 2 incredible sunsets! Our host, John, was very accommodating and easy to chat with. Throughly enjoyed our stay at this wonderful house.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

jody k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely views and home

We had a nice visit to this beautiful, waterfront home, and appreciated the host very much. The views from the beach were lovely. Unfortunately, we were woken several times overnight one night by ships’ foghorns as they passed by- every few hours. Even the white noise machines (a thoughtful touch) didn’t help. Not sure how to predict when the ships come through, but we slept soundly the second of our two nights there. The area is otherwise very quiet- we barely saw anyone else around. The Bankers and Farmers brewery in a neighboring town was a nice outing, as was the walk at Fort Mott.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Odelya S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas with friends

You're messaging ChatGPT, an AI We have no words to describe the perfect experience that John's cabin on the Delaware River provided us. John was a patient and generous host. From the beginning of the process, he was available for any questions, and even agreed to change our arrival date due to an unexpected issue with one of our friends. The house was very clean, delicately and beautifully decorated, and filled with everything one could possibly imagine needing on a vacation. When we arrived, a decorated Christmas tree was waiting for us, along with a cozy and warm home. We will definitely return to spend our summer vacation in this house. Vvgghr vacation in this house."
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

LaurieJo D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cousins Christmas

Pictures don’t do this property justice. Beautiful and relaxing even in December. Host goes above and beyond to ensure comfort. We enjoyed a wonderful family gathering.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pictures don't do it justice!

This house exceeded our expectations! From the pictures, we knew it would be beautiful, but once we got there it seemed so much bigger and brighter than what the pictures show. Its so light and airy and was perfect for what we came for. It was VERY clean, each bedroom came with towels and makeup wipes. You can tell the hosts put a lot of thought into this home. We went in the fall, but was still such a wonderful time walking along the quiet beach and having drinks on the patio. Would highly recommend going on the off season with friends or a couple!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig T., New York, NY

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful, quiet, beachfront relaxation

I spent the past weekend at this fantastic, peaceful home and am planning on going back next year. Everything about the listing and the other reviews are spot on. Great views, well stocked kitchen, everything was clean, the bed was comfortable, the bathroom spotless, the TV nice and big! What I think is missing (or at least I missed them while reading about the home) are some details that were important to me. The outside table with the sectional sofa is actually a propane firepit - that was a very nice surprise. The bed had two types of pillows - foam and traditional for those who like one over the other. The bathroom was stocked with a few commonly forgotten necessities like toothbrushes and moisturizer. The kitchen has a Keurig for those who like pods and regular grounds for those who like drip. And there was a nice set of snack sized cookies, crackers, etc for those in need of a quick snack. One of my favorite VRBO's yet.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach stay

The house was well setup and easy to get into. The living area is all open so it was good for a group to enjoy time together. Outside on the beach was well setup with multiple options for seating and gas fire pit on the deck as well as a fire pit down by the water. Seeing the big boats pass by was interesting, especially at night. Rooms were comfy and everyone slept well. Salem is an interesting town and I would recommend passing it by. There is a package store a couple of miles down the road from the house that was convenient. Other than that I would recommend going further away. About 15-30 minutes away are some nicer towns. Overall the stay was good and host was responsive. I would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024