Vacation Rental Description
Welcome to slower lower Delaware, off the beaten path, yet so close to it all.
Located just 2 miles west of the beach and a 2.5 hour drive from Baltimore, Philadelphia, and Washington DC, Herons View at Mallard Lakes in Fenwick Island, DE, is your home away from home.
Unwind in our 1200 square foot, 2 story, 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath lake front town home. Our vacation home, Herons View, features breathtaking views, outstanding upgrades, and meticulous attention to the details that will make this vacation your best ever.
Enjoy the expansive lake view, relax in the Roman soaking tub and fall asleep with the breeze coming off the lake.
Mallard Lakes is a shore town community with all the amenities you are looking for. Safe, family friendly and close to it all, Herons View is your home base for exploring all there is to enjoy in Delaware and Maryland.
Just walk out your front door to swim, play tennis, go fishing or crabbing, take a walk past the 5 lakes, go birdwatching, play horseshoes or shuffleboard - all of this, and MORE, await you at Mallard Lakes in Fenwick Island, DE.
Henry, our resident heron, visits our lake every day.
When you're ready to explore, it's all so close.
Hungry? Check out the coastal cuisine!
From nature preserves to kayaking, bird watching to nature cruises, art galleries to biking, Slower Lower Delaware has it all.
FREE outdoor performances less than 1 mile from Mallard Lakes! Music, theater, opera, children’s shows, all under the stars at the Freeman Stage
Bargain hunting? Visit the Outlet Shops in Ocean City and Rehoboth Beach (both locations open year round )
Ride the tram or stroll on the 3 mile long Ocean City, MD, boardwalk just 20 minutes south. Rehoboth Beach and it's boardwalk are just 25 minutes north. Known for its inexpensive kiddie rides (most just 50 cents each!) , funky shops and restaurants, Rehoboth Beach will delight everyone in your family. Assateague Island National Seashore and its famous wild ponies are less than an hour from Herons View. Nearby ,Dicken's Parlour Theater showcases world class magicians ( like Harry Anderson)
The Mallard Lakes community offers the following outstanding features:
2 outdoor pools (both with WiFi access) and Jacuzzi
4 Tennis courts
3 freshwater and 2 saltwater lakes (bring your own kayak or canoe!)
3 Wildlife sanctuary islands
Fishing and crabbing
Shuffleboard courts
Volleyball court
Basketball court
Exercise Circuit
Horseshoe Pit
2 playgrounds
Sandy sunbathing beach with picnic tables and grills
A short walk across the street you'll find.....
The BEST bakery in town, featuring freshly made donuts, bagels, artisan breads, specialty coffees, even birthday cakes!
Restaurants
Liquor store
Shops
Hair Salon
Within a 5 minute drive......
The beach and Fenwick Island State Park
The famous Fenwick Island Lighthouse (open for tours - seasonal)
Water sports Eco tours Parasailing
Grocery stores Movie theaters Jet Skiing
Wine seller Ice cream shops Windsurfing
Pharmacies Bookstores Water Park
Pizzeria Biking Nature Preserves
Go Karts Antique Shops
Miniature golf ( indoor AND outdoor courses )
Local maps, menus and brochures are provided at Herons View for your convenience.
Activities
- Adventure Sports
- Biking
- Boating
- Playground
- Cinema
- Fishing
- Gym
- Kayaking
- Night Clubs
- Restaurant
- Sailing
- Shopping
- Tennis
- Theater
- Theme park
- Water Skiing
- Water Sports
Central air conditioning and heat
1 Full bath, 1 Half bath
PLUS a private, spacious outside shower (with HOT water!)
Washer and Dryer
High Chair
Reserved parking for 1 vehicle, plus visitor parking
4 Season Sun Room
Central air conditioning and heat
Patio table with seating for 4
Futon for lakeside dreams
Ceiling fan
Sun drenched relaxation overlooking
the lake, bird feeders, and stately pine trees
Sliding doors with screens
Dining Room
Seating for 6 at a large country farm table overlooking the lake
Ceiling fan
Living Room:
Overlooking the lake
Cable TV
DVD/VCR players
Ceiling fan
DVD & Video Library
Game & Book Library
Lincoln Logs
Jigsaw puzzles
Poker chips and playing cards
Sleeper sofa
Breakfast bar with 2 bar stools