Escape To The Countryside When You Stay At This Rural Airbnb In Delaware

There’s plenty to be said for exploring the First State’s more metropolitan areas (hello Wilmington), but sometimes you just want a quieter getaway. This rural Airbnb in Delaware is tucked away from the crowds in quiet Selbyville, Sussex County. Here you’ll find a charming tiny house located on a ranch full of friendly animals to adore – while still only being about 20 minutes from the beach. Welcome to the Garden Hideaway!

A private walkway leads to this secluded, 240-square-foot home. Walk through this gate and you're entering your own personal rural oasis.

You may find Fonzie the alpaca in the fenced paddock adjacent to the house. Be sure to pause and say hello!

At less than 300 square feet, this is truly a tiny home. But what it lacks in space, it makes up for in charm.

A beautifully decorated interior welcomes you to relax and enjoy tiny house living. You have everything you need in this compact space.

The living area has two memory foam twin-size beds, with fresh, clean linens.

While there is no oven, the kitchen is supplied with just about everything you'll need, from coffee to cooking utensils to a microwave, toaster, and indoor cooking grill. There's also a large outdoor grill.

The bathroom is stocked with towels, washcloths, complementary shampoo and conditioner, plus a first aid kit. You just have to bring yourself.

A private backyard, including a picnic table, is perfect for eating outdoors, or just relaxing with your coffee in the morning and enjoying the view over the fields.

At night, sit around the fire pit - and bring some marshmallows for toasting.

There are plenty of barnyard friends to say hello to during your stay, like Herbie the Scottish Highland. You'll also meet Charlotte the pig, a pair of turkeys, miniature goats, and of course Fonzie the alpaca. For an extra fee, you can join your Airbnb host Shelley on a "chores n' tour" around the farm, feeding and getting to know all of the 20+ animals.

For two decades, this property operated as a horse rescue, and students still take horseback riding lessons here.

Open the sliding glass doors of the Garden Hideaway and you'll be treated to a wonderful view. In the evenings, this is the perfect place to watch the sunset after a peaceful day on the farm - or a day out exploring. After all, this rural Airbnb is only a short drive from Delaware coastal attractions like Fenwick Island State Park or Bethany Beach.

What do you think? Are you excited to get to know all the farm animals? Herbie is our personal favorite. To book your stay (and meet some furry friends) at this rural Airbnb in Delaware, visit the Garden Hideaway Airbnb listing.

Be sure to check out this list of the best Delaware small towns for more ideas on where to plan your next small-town escape.