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My Happy Place on the Ocean

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A living room with two sofas, a clock, and decorative pillows.
A residential building with a porch, a red bicycle, a blue chair, and a sign for 'The Bungalow at LBI Condominium'.
A living room with a blue sofa, a flat-screen TV, a wooden coffee table, and a fireplace.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, a toaster oven, and a coffee maker.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Set along the shore, this 1-bedroom condo accommodates 4 guests and features 1 bathroom. It offers beach views from a furnished patio, perfect for relaxation. Enjoy activities like swimming and motorboating nearby, and explore attractions such as Long Beach and Surflight Theatre.

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Long Beach
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Furnished balcony or patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Onsite parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Beach Haven, NJ
  • Place, Long Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Surflight Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Fantasy Island Amusement Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Atlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Hair dryer

Outdoor Shower

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

My Happy Place on the Ocean

You'll LOVE your immaculate condo across the street from the beach, 200 feet away in the heart of Beach Haven's historical district. Veterans Bicentennial Park just 300 feet away has FREE concerts every Wednesday. Bring a blanket, beach chairs, provided, or just open your windows and dance! In season the park also hosts fairs and festivals. Walking distance to the amusement park, water park, ice cream shoppes, antique shoppes, Murphy's Market, Surflight Theater, casual and fine dining, as well as dance clubs & Tiki bars. You simply can't get a better location, location, location!!

The Bungalow was a Victorian B&B. In 2014 it was gutted to the beams to make eight condominiums. We are the first and only owners. We are on the second floor. Completely redecorated and painted for the 2026 season. We ask for a minimum seven (4) day rental but you'll want to stay longer and that's subject to availability. Hurry this books fast!!

Your bedroom and kitchenette/living room have new flat screen televisions. Free WiFi and cable. Your living room/kitchenette (two induction burners, convection/toaster oven, blender, coffee maker, microwave, full size refrigerator and kitchen sink combo. Queen sofa bed in living room. The bedroom boasts a Sterns and Foster queen mattress. For cleanliness, mattress' have protectors. We ask that you bring your own linens, pillows, towels, paper goods, toiletries. You'll have free washers & dryers, BBQ grill, great patio furniture & an outdoor shower. 4 beach badges and 4 beach chairs are provided. We offer 2 beach cruisers to be used at your own risk.

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House Rules

Check in after 10:00 AM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 4:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1037006vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Beach Haven

Located in Beach Haven, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Bay Village and Harbour Weigh Shopping Centre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge and Long Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Beach Haven Tennis Center, or consider a night out at the Lizzie Rose at 217. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.
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Beach Haven, NJ

What's nearby

  • Long Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Surflight Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Fantasy Island Amusement Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bay Village - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Spray Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Absecon Station - 56 min drive
  • Atlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bird And Betty's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Chicken or the Egg - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tuckers Tavern - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pearl Street Market - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Shell - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is My Happy Place on the Ocean pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at My Happy Place on the Ocean?

As of 5 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at My Happy Place on the Ocean on 22 Oct 2026 start from AU$1,654, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at My Happy Place on the Ocean?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at My Happy Place on the Ocean?

Check-in begins at 10:00 AM.

What time is check-out at My Happy Place on the Ocean?

Checkout is at 4:00 PM.

Where is My Happy Place on the Ocean located?

Nestled on the beach, this Beach Haven condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Long Beach and Surflight Theatre. Beach Haven Tennis Center and Museum of New Jersey Maritime History are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location to the beach and town. Very clean and love all the LBI beach decor! The amenities like bikes, chairs and beach umbrellas make this a no stress getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2026
Thank you SO much:)))
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you JoAnn!!Your place by the beach was very clean and a short walk to the beach. It was everything that previous renters mentioned and I appreciate you being a great host. I will reach out again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2026
Thank you so much Mike. Perfect guest:)))
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
**Absolutely Amazing Stay in LBI!**We had an absolutely wonderful stay in LBI, and I cannot say enough great things about this place and the host! From the moment we arrived, everything was **spotless, clean, comfortable, and welcoming**. The host truly went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed and felt completely at home throughout our stay.The location was fantastic — the **beach was within walking distance**, which made everything so convenient, especially with our little girls. The apartment had every accommodation we could have asked for, and you could tell that a lot of thought and care went into making guests feel comfortable.Most importantly, this stay gave us some of the **best family memories we’ve ever had**. Spending this time with my wife and our little daughters was truly special, and we are so grateful that we chose this place for our getaway.I would **highly recommend this apartment and host to anyone** looking for an amazing place to stay, whether you're traveling with family, your significant other, or simply looking for a relaxing and memorable beach getaway.**Thank you so much for everything! We absolutely loved our stay and will definitely be back! **
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2026
Thank you so much. Come back again:)))
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another amazing stay!

We have stayed at this property multiple times, we love it! location, location, location plus, the most amazing host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2026
AWAYS THE BEST:)))!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

LBI Vacation

Great place exceptional owners
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Apartment was clean and location was great

Great location and the process was seamless
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place!

This place was perfect for a beach vacation for me and my fiancé! We loved the location and the condo was very clean and nicely decorated. JoAnn was a great host, very friendly and responsive. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely spot, convenient to everything!

This unit was perfect for me and my husband. Very cozy and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2026
Thank you SO much.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location/Amazing Host

Great location, close to the beach and to many post-beach activities. Nice condo, recently renovated. JoAnne is the best host, thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2024
Thank you Fabio:))) You are always a pleasure to host.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful

Great location! Owner was very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Hi Greg, Thank you so much for your fantastic review. It was a pleasure to have you as my guests. Should you be needing anything in the future it would be my pleasure to assist in any way possible. Warmest regards, JoAnn
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

This condo was so convenient to everything. Across the street from the beach, and a walk to tons of restaurants and shopping! The condo was clean and Joanne was very attentive.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2026
Hi Marla, Thank you so much:)))
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Listing on Beach Haven in LBI

The listing was just as advertised. It was clean, easy to access, and even though it was an extremely hot week, I was always comfortable in the apartment. The location in Beach Haven could not be beat. JoAnn was very responsive leading up to my reservation. I would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2026
Thank you SO much:)))
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joanne was a great host - communicative and responsive. During our stay, I informed her that the Keurig coffee maker didn’t work anymore. Five hours later, that same day, a new one was delivered to our door. If you love Beach Haven, this is a great location - right near the ocean, Veterans park, Pearl Street market, a supermarket, and shopping. Bay Village nearby but probably a very short drive for most people. The kitchenette was fine - but no stovetop or oven. Microwave and toaster oven were fine for our needs. Refrigerator is full size. Great to have a washer dryer included on first floor, along with beach chairs and an umbrella. Since we flew in from a distant city, we found bringing bedding and towels to be a burden. The stairs up to the apartment were long and steep. If you have trouble with stairs, do not rent this place. All in all, we were very happy and would definitely return if sheets and towels included. A really sweet rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2026
Hi Richard, Hope all is well. Thank you so much for your kind words and wonderful review. You are a pleasure to host and welcome you back to My Happy Place anytime.:))) Warmest regards, JoAnn
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Location Fabulous

Unfortunately when we entered the lobby there was an awful dirty smell going up the stairwell to the unit probably the old carpet and the walls were dirty. We enter the unit and and it reeked of cigarette smoke so I had to clean and disinfect the entire apartment.. It still had strong orders throughout the entire stay. The apartment looked clean, beach decor and updated. It’s a shame once cigarette smoke gets imbedded into the walls and furniture it’s there for good. I rented a unit on the 1st level a few years ago at The Bungalow and it was clean and updated and enjoyable to stay. It’s ironic because I never saw so many “No Smoking” signs posted throughout the establishment. Hopefully the HOA can clean and update the hallway and the owner can look into some kind of resolution for the cigarette smoke residue. Other than all that we still enjoyed being down in amazing Beach Haven.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2022
Hi Elizabeth, Hope all is well. Thank you for taking the time to review "My Happy Place" and I am sorry for the smell of smoke. I do appreciate your recognizing that the place is newly renovated with beautiful beach decore, freshly painted walls, and updated bath for the 2022 season. Of course, I was very upset so I looked into your complaint. It seems there was work being done on the inside and on the roof of the building. The smell wasn't cigarettes. I was told that the machineries left behind an odor. To follow up I went to my place with my cleaning person upon your check out. The smell dissipated but we gave it a good scrubbing and I can assure you that there's no smell. I'm sure your friend on the 1st floor can confirm this for you. Thanks again for staying at "My Happy Place". If you decide to come back I'd love to buy you dinner to make up for your inconvenience. Warmest regards, JoAnn
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, walking distance to everything in Beach Haven. The host is very good with communicating with their guests.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2026
Hi Robert, Hope all is well. It was my pleasure to host you at My Happy Place. Thank you so much for your kind words. Warmest regards, JoAnn
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Relaxing

Me and my wife needed a vacation badly and this unit fulfilled all our needs. It was a very relaxing week for us. The unit was directly across the street from the beach and just a couple of blocks away from the restaurants. Didn’t need to use the car. Perfect week for us. Thank you Joann and Kurt
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay on LBI!

Lovely place, comfortable bed and perfect location (one short block from the beach and walking distance from market, restaurants, ice cream and more) - what more could one want? Had a wonderful, relaxing stay in Beach Haven and JoAnn was extremely responsive when I had questions and very helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

This was our first time using VRBO. The process was easy and convenient. The condo was very clean and exactly what we were looking for. Location was beyond perfect! We were able to walk everywhere. JoAnne would get back to us in a timely manner whenever we had a question. We are definitely looking to do this again next year...we had an amazing family vacation!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

So much potential!

We came prepared and brought sheets, toilet paper and Scott towels. Once arrived we also needed to but garbage bags - so be sure to pack them! Bed was comfortable. Sofa bed was good for our two children but it would be too small for an adult. Cottage was cute and JoAnn was very responsive. Lots of great beach stuff to borrow. Cleaners should have done a better job between tenants bc bathroom mirror, shower and refrigerator were dirty. Location is ideal.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

Joann was very helpful and the information she provided was very clear and easy to understand. Location is great!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spot

Perfect location in beach haven. Easy walk to the beach and restaurants. JoAnn was very responsive and kind. Would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good and not so good.

A very cute and clean condo. However, we are a couple in our 70’s and the stairs were a challenge . We should have looked for 1st floor accommodations. We also had to park around the corner and were afraid to move the car for fear of not finding another spot. The condo was great but not for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Disappointing accomodations

Overall, the accomodations were very disappointing. The listing is misleading by both description and photos. There is no mention of the unit being on the second floor. Both my husband and I have knee problems and this was inconvenient at best. There is no deck and the patio is a common area on ground level. Street parking is available only on adjoining streets. The inside was in need of a thorough cleaning. There was loose garbage under the can liner in the kitchen, the coffee cups in the cabinet were dirty, drawers in the bedroom were dirty, dusty and had food crumbs in them. In addition it was poorly outfitted with even the basics. There was one bed pillow (sleeps 4?), a shabby and faded bed cover, no paper goods (except partial roll of toilet paper), bedroom lamp had no bulb, no ice cube trays and no light fixture on the ceiling fan in the living room. Proximity to the beach is the one outstanding positive feature although it is clearly not ocean front, as listed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location

Great location of the condo within walking distance to beach, good restaurants and fantasy island. Pull out bed was below average. Everything else was as stated.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Unpleasant experience

When we got to the place, all we had were the key codes to get into the building. We weren’t told where to find the key to get into our condo. When I messaged JoAnn about where to find the key, she didn’t get back to us until the next day. Luckily we were able to find the key on our own without any direction. When we got into the condo, there was a pair of dirty pants and other clothing left from the previous tenant. One night, we wanted to grill. We turned the grill on to cook and there was no propane, so we had to use a griddle that we brought from home. When we asked JoAnn to fill the propane, she said it should be full. The grill wouldn’t get over 175 degrees, so it was impossible to make anything on it. On the last night, someone was making the pull out bed and accidentally broke the fan light cover. We were willing to pay for a replacement light cover, but JoAnn decided to buy a whole new and more expensive fan and took our entire security deposit. She could’ve bought a $20 light cover and returned us the remaining deposit. When we asked her about this, she said that we would have to supply the light cover and mail it to her. This was with 3 days notice, so we didn’t even have enough time to replace it. Overall, the place was in a great area and close to the beach, but she needs to more accessible, give more information, and treat the tenant better, since we’re paying a lot of money to stay at her place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Hi Michael, Hope all is well. Your girlfriend, Danielle, told me that the BRAND NEW ceiling fan globe had gotten broken while she was making the sofa bed. In all my years of making the beds neither my long time cleaning woman, Danyell, nor myself have ever come even CLOSE to hitting the fan. I would imagine that is because of the 10' ceilings. I was baffled!! But then the guest after your stay complained about the sofa bed being below average. After consulting with my guest it became obvious what had happened; the children must have been jumping on the bed. This allowed not only for the globe to be broken but for the bed frame to bend. As far as the clothes on the floor; Danyell just cleaned. Shes been with me for years and also owns a unit in the building. As you can see EVERY review specifically states the the condo is clean and Danyell had JUST finished cleaning. Your next complaint was the grill. The grill was checked out immediately and was in good working order. Im sorry you had an unpleasant experience, but look at the bright side, Im not charging you for the sofa bed;)!! Thank you for taking the time to review my "Happy Place" Warmest regards, JoAnn

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