The house keys are stored in a lock box on the property which is accessible through a key code.  All renters will be given the key code to access the keys a few days in advance of their rental start date by email.

We love pets!  But no, sorry, they cannot come with you on your stay at 8 Sandpiper, even with a pet deposit.  The home is a pet-free property.

Rates start at $2,600/week in the off season (October – April) and go up to $4,100/week in the peak season (May – September).  In addition to the cost of rent, the cost to book 8 Sandpiper also includes a 5 percent City of Lewes tax and the cost of damage protection.  To check out all of the weekly rental rates, you can visit our rental rates page.

Nightly rates are available in the off season (October – April) with a three night minimum.

Unfortunately it is up to each renter to arrange to bring any beach items such as chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, or other items that your family wants for the beach.  If you would like to arrange to have these items rented and provided at 8 Sandpiper during your stay, we suggest placing an order with Sheets at the Beach.

8 Sandpiper can fit 4-5 normal size cars in the driveway, if the cars are small, maybe more!  On-street parking is available for two additional cars as well.  Just remember, between Memorial Day and Labor Day any car parked on the street needs to display a Cape Shores parking pass hang tag.  8 Sandpiper has two extra parking passes,  extra daily parking passes can be retrieved at the pool from the pool attendant.

For more details on parking, see the parking rules FAQ.

8 Sandpiper is located in a cul-de-sac so there are houses that surround it on both sides and back.  Each lot is about a quarter acre in size.  For the neighborhood layout, visit our map page and zoom-in to see the lot layouts on Google maps.

Yes, 8 Sandpiper has wifi throughout the house, the password is listed inside the house and is available to all renters.

Yes, you do need to provide your own linens for the beds and bathrooms when renting 8 Sandpiper.  However, if you need to rent sheets, towels (or even cribs) we encourage all renters to use a great local linen company called Sheets at the Beach.  You can order all of the items you need in advance and pay online.

There is one TV in the den, and one TV in both of the junior master suites on the first floor, so that is three TVs total located within 8 Sandpiper.

To get to the bayfront beach all you have to do is walk out of the cul-de-sac where 8 Sandpiper is located and up to the bay.  This is all within the neighborhood and should take about 5-10 minutes.  There are no major roads to cross, however you will need to watch for cars within the neighborhood.  If you want to go to the ocean, we suggest Cape Henlopen State Park which is right next to Cape Shores which is about a 5 minute drive.  Note, there is an entry fee to get into Cape Henlopen, unless you ride your bike or walk into the park!

Cape Shores offers a community pool, fishing pier and tennis courts in addition to its bay-front beach.  The tennis courts are located directly across from 8 Sandpiper so if you like tennis, you are in luck!  The pool is open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. each day and features depths of 3 feet to 9 feet which is great for all ages.  To gain entry into the pool or fishing pier, you will need to bring the pool/pier pass which is left inside 8 Sandpiper for all guests to use when they stay.

Effective between Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends, all vehicles parked on the road or in designated parking areas within Cape Shores must display a valid parking permit hang tag.  8 Sandpiper has two parking passes available to guests for use while staying at the house.  The parking pass is only for vehicles that do not fit within the driveway, 8 Sandpiper’s driveway can fit 4-5 vehicles.

Daily parking permits are available at the clubhouse and can be secured from the pool attendant.

Parking is not permitted in front of mailboxes, trash enclosures or on vacant lots.

Boat trailers, utility trailers and other recreational vehicles must be parked in the driveway – no street parking is permitted at any time.  If you have a large trailer and need a place to park it, the Cape May – Lewes Ferry lot has ample parking for large vehicles or trailers and is a short distance from Cape Shores.

No, the Cape Shores beach is a bayfront beach and the waves are very small and great for kids.  The only time the waves get larger are when the ferry comes in and out, however the waves are still very manageable at that time.  The smooth bay is great for kayaking, swimming, paddle-boarding, tubing and almost any other water sport!  If you are looking for bigger waves, Cape Henlopen State Park is a great option 5 minutes from 8 Sandpiper.