Bayside is a special place located on the bay, just 4 miles from the Atlantic Ocean and its beautiful beaches. Bayside is away from the crowds, yet full of life with so many activities and amenities to explore. It is a beach community where friends and family can gather and enjoy all that coastal life offers. Activities include world class golfing, tennis, pickleball, swimming, gym, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing, crabbing, beach activities, shopping, fine dining and live entertainment. Be entertained, participate in abundant recreational activities, explore quaint nearby towns and nearby Fenwick Island State Park and the ponies in Assateague Island National Park, or simply relax - all surrounded by unspoiled nature along the shores of Assawoman Bay.
Our beautifully furnished and decorated 4 bedroom and 3 ½ bath two-story vacation home sits on a very private and spacious lot surrounded by pines, yet is very close walking distance to Bayside’s Sun Ridge Center, the Commons pool, and about a 12-15 minute walk to the Aquatic Center and Freeman Stage. The Sunridge Center has pools, children’s aquatic play area, hot tub, tiki bar and grill serving an array of option when hungry and often features live music. The Sunridge Center is home to the tennis, pickle ball and basketball courts and playground. The Commons pool is a quieter pool with bar, food grill and provides access to the beach shuttle. The Aquatic Center has a large indoor pool, gym and the Juice Box Restaurant providing smoothies and other healthy breakfast and lunch options. This vacation home also neighbors one of Bayside’s many walking trails and stocked catch and release ponds which overlooks the golf course. Enter through the covered front porch with rocking chairs into an inviting light-filled great room featuring a cathedral ceiling, gas fireplace and plenty of windows creating the perfect setting for entertaining with family and friends in the living and dining areas. The first floor continues into the remodeled, fully stocked kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances and leathered granite island and counters. The kitchen offers a large walk-in pantry and another dining and seating area which leads to a private screened porch with cozy seating overlooking the bordering pine trees. The large primary suite is just off the kitchen with a walk-in closet and a spa retreat bathroom featuring a separate shower and a large soaking tub. The laundry room, a half bath and entry to garage complete the first floor living area. Upstairs on 2nd floor, you will find a cozy family room with TV, the second primary bedroom with private bathroom, plus 2 additional bedrooms, a large hallway bathroom and plenty of closet space. This home has plenty of space to spread out. There is a generous driveway which can fit up to six cars, a garage well equipped with games such as bumper pool, ping pong and yard games as well as beach chairs, and beach toys. Completing this vacation home is a spacious and private rear yard with grill and an outdoor shower.
This vacation home has 2 zone central air, can sleep 10 people and is super child friendly! You may also appreciate the subtle nautical accents and added amenities such as 24 hour check in, cable/smart TVs, WiFi, books, family friendly games in kitchen buffet, beach chairs, water toys, grill, local maps and guidebooks and a fully stocked kitchen for those epic gourmet dinners- whether home-made or take out. Coffee/tea lovers will appreciate the dual carafe/K-cup coffee maker.
Bayside is a quaint community featuring endless sidewalks and walking trails leading to wetland marshes, beautiful bay vistas, woodlands and open meadows as well as the convenience of nearby beach, attractions, shopping and dining. Bayside guests enjoy so many exciting amenities. The Sun Ridge Center, just a short 5-8 minute walk away, offers an expansive outdoor pool with a children's splash zone, hot tub and pool grill and bar as well as tennis, pickle ball and basket ball courts, sand volleyball, activity center and playground. The Health & Aquatic Center, a 10-15 minute walk from vacation house, has a large heated indoor pool, hot tub, saunas, a state-of-the-art fitness center and The Juice Box-a featuring healthy beverages and meals. Venture to The Point where you can enjoy kayaking, paddle boarding, and crabbing on the Assawoman Bay, or visit The Point Pool or 38 Degrees Coastal Eatery (10-15 minute bike ride). Visit the Freeman Arts Pavilion which "features a diverse and venerable line-up of dance, theater, children’s performances and concerts by award-winning artists” (10-15 minute walk). Play golf at Bayside’s Jack Nicklaus’ 18 hole golf course, voted #1 in Delaware or enjoy a fine meal at the club restaurant, Signatures! There are stocked ponds for catch and release fishing are featured throughout Bayside. During the summer months, Bayside offers a Beach Shuttle to Fenwick State Park beach, just 4 miles away (shuttle is a 3-5 minute walk from house).
Resort passes are required for Sun Ridge pool and racquet sports, Aquatic Center pool and gym and The Point kayaks and paddle boards. Upon booking, Host will reach out to you to inquire interest and share cost of resort passes.
Location Highlights:
Golf: Bayside’s Jack Nicklaus’ 18 hole golf course, voted #1 in Delaware. Make sure you keep your eyes open for the Bald Eagle family which lives along the 16th Fairway! What an amazing site! < .4 miles
Freeman Performing Arts Stage: < .3 miles
Fenwick Island: 4 miles
Ocean City, MD: 4.5 miles
Bethany Beach: 7 miles
Berlin, MD: 11 miles
Assateague Island horses and beaches: 15 miles
Harris Teeter Grocery Store, along with other restaurant favorites, Fox's Pizza, Slainte Irish Pub, and Hometown Creamery are located at the front entrance of Bayside, about a 15-20 minute walk.
You are also within minutes of multiple Miniature golf courses, fine dining, water parks. Foodies will enjoy Bayside’s restaurants Signature’s and 38 Degrees @ The Point with its scenic bay vistas as well as the local cuisine of Fenwick Island including Catch 54, Our Harvest, Matt’s Fish Camp, Yellowfins, Mio Fratello, Luna's Cactus Cafe, Crabcake Factory, Countryside Café and too many more to include.
We believe that you will enjoy your stay just as much as we do each time we are fortunate enough to come here! And please do not hesitate to let us know what would make your stay more comfortable before you come back. Thanks for considering our home for your vacation!
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