The Life Aquatic Retreats and Outdoor Living on the Water

Originally appeared in Northern Virginia magazine

Audrey McCarthy and her husband were not interested in becoming empty nesters. The parents of three college students, they were “Looking for a way to grab ’em and keep ’em back. We thought a beach house would be a really real way to stay connected to the kids as they were moving on with their independent lives,” she says. “It’s been fabulous for us.” They purchased a 3,500-square-foot home in quiet Bethany Beach, Del. Ideal for use in summer, the McCarthy’s use it year-round. McCarthy’s parents, in the 80s, come for frequent visits. An elevator makes negotiating the multi-level home easy—even McCarthy’s 12-year-old golden retriever is a frequent hitcher of rides. And while the kids might favor the nightlife of nearby Dewey Beach over sleepier Bethany, McCarthy hears no real complaints. It’s oceanfront: Perfect for taking morning jogs along the water, whiling away the days with a book or sipping cocktails from the decks above… Read the entire article online at: Northern Virginia Magazine

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