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Coastal Home With 360 Degree Rooftop Deck ~ Outstanding Views!

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Coastal Home With A 360 Degree View Rooftop Deck
Private kitchen
on a clear day feast your eyes on NYC skyline ornamented by Sandy hook , etc
View from property
living room with pull out couch

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Highlands, NJ
  • Place, Twin Lights State Historic Site
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Monmouth County Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Gateway National Recreation Area
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Coastal Home With 360 Degree Rooftop Deck ~ Outstanding Views!

360 degree rooftop deck viewing, awesome NYC skyline, the beautiful Sandy Hook National Park, the winding Shrewsbury River, the well known Sandy Hook Bay, the Maritime Twin Lights Lighthouse up on the hill, the deep blue Atlantic ocean and don't forget sunrises and sunsets!

Just a one minute drive over Highlands bridge to the Atlantic ocean. One minute walk to local beach. the Seastreak Ferry to NYC is 1 minute drive. Directly across the street from The Proving Ground(use to be WindanSea) and The Inlet Cafe which both offer plenty of delicious food and quenching drinks among many restaurants and bars in town to choose from. Come enjoy this historical town by several bodies of water.!!!! Plenty of history and fun to be had!!!!!! Welcome aboard, Gerald

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Be 100% attentive to kids on property.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No animals other than 2 small dog maximum. Never to be left unattended where constant barking of any sort of nuisance occurs.
No sublets, no smoking, No parking underneath house only in driveway.
No music outside after 10 pm. Please read sign and return house rule agreement form.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number #7222 is the official permit number!!!!
Property # 1453945vb
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
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Highlands

Located in Highlands, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Long Branch Beach and Coney Island Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Monmouth Park or Oceanfirst Bank Center.
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Highlands, NJ

What's nearby

  • Twin Lights State Historic Site - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Monmouth County Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Gateway National Recreation Area - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Hartshorne Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Mount Mitchell Scenic Overlook - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Proving Ground Waterfront Dining - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Chubby Pickle - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bahrs Landing - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Off The Hook Restaurant and Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chilangos - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Coastal Home With 360 Degree Rooftop Deck ~ Outstanding Views! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Coastal Home With 360 Degree Rooftop Deck ~ Outstanding Views! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Coastal Home With 360 Degree Rooftop Deck ~ Outstanding Views! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coastal Home With 360 Degree Rooftop Deck ~ Outstanding Views! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Coastal Home With 360 Degree Rooftop Deck ~ Outstanding Views! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Twin Lights State Historic Site, Hartshorne Park and Monmouth County Beach. Mount Mitchell Scenic Overlook and Gateway National Recreation Area are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and great host!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

francine v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! The views spectacular!Gerald was right there with any questions!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2025
You guys are welcome back any time! Tx for the kind words and your considerations throughout!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property- excellent communication from owner
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Minji K.

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

Lovely place for a couples retreat

The photos don’t do it justice - space is a lot larger, and location is great! Gerald is also super sweet, welcoming host. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Great Weekend Stay in Highlands

Gerald was an excellent host! Property is walking distance from great local food spots and nightlife. Gerald gave us some great recs and communicated with us throughout the stay! Had a great weekend in the area and only a 10 min drive to sandy hook beach - will be back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy S.

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

Great property

Great stay. Gerald was very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

zilinskas5

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow, what an amazing home! The 360 views from the rooftop deck are breathtaking. There are also numerous balconies to sit on to take it all in as well! The location is outstanding, easy to walk to restaurants and the water. Gerald is a wonderful host. He communicated extremely well and gave us lots of great suggestions. We will definitely by back!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

seth m.

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

Perfect location owners a nice guy view is great

Perfect location. Gerald is a nice guy. Great view from the top deck. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2024
Thank you Seth you were great considerate guests and are welcome anytime. Sincerely, Gerald
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

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

Great location!

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was very clean and comfortable. Amazing views from the rooftop deck! The location was awesome! Walking distance to many great places to eat /drink! Gerald was an amazing, accommodating host! We will definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kasey t.

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

Highlands Beach Getaway

My husband, three children and I had an exceptional time staying at this lovely seaside escape. I have never had a nicer or more welcoming host; the view is gorgeous and it’s a great location to local eateries and a short drive to Sandy Hook Beach or the Seastreak ferry to NYC. Would recommend for families and friends looking for a casual beach residence and a great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia T.

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

Great stay near everything

We had a great beach stay. House is a great base to explore. Sandy hook is lovely and see bright is too. My teens loved being in the center of it all. House is clean and comfortable wit a fantastic host! Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa D.

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

Engagement

Lovely house, well situated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct 2024
Tx Teresa!!! So glad all worked out ok last week. Tx again for all your consideration!!!! Sincerely, Gerald
Verified

10/10 Excellent

at K.

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

The perfect house at the perfect location.

The house is located in the perfect place with so many great things to do right there in the neighborhood. The house itself has just amazing views of the water on one side and twin lights light house on the other side. The host was extremely helpful and accommodating. I definitely recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2024
Thank you for your kind words! Sincerely, Gerald
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carley E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Amazing!

The pictures do not do this perfect beach house justice! You can not beat the location and view from the three decks! My first time staying in the highlands although I visit sandy hook frequently and it was everything I could have hoped for (even in the rain)! Thank you, Gerald!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2023
Thank you Carley. I guess it goes to show that pictures dont always do things and situations justice. You guys were wonderful guests and You are welcome always!!! jSincerely Gerald
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz P.

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

Awesome location!

This home is in the middle of it all! We have family in the area and so know it well. You can sit on the deck and listen to nightly music at the Proving Grounds (don’t worry... not too loud,) and also are a stone’s throw from our favorite restaurant around - Inlet cafe. You can walk to Sandy Hook so it’s free, but if you want a beach day, I’d drive. Too many other great places to eat and play within walking distance. Most are dog friendly. Gerald is incredibly responsive. He checked in on us a couple times but not at all intrusive. He was flexible with our check in/out times since the calendar worked. He also made sure to give us each a key. Wonderful vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol P.

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

Great views, location, comfort, and a very homey feel. Highly recommend!

Everything about our experience from booking to leaving was positive! Our host Gerald was gracious, generous with suggestions, and made us feel right at home. Great location to access the city and the shore. Highlands itself offers food, spirits, and nature within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri M.

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

Highlands paradise

Wonderful home with a very responsive owner who went over and beyond to accommodate a few special requests. House was very comfortable and upstairs deck had a fantastic view. Great dining nearby. Highly recommend and would happily return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Francisco A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Overall good rental.

House was neat and clean with bathroom on each floor. Check-in process was fairly easy. Communication with property manager was good and direct. Location was excellent, walking distance from nearby restaurants. Beach was a very short 5 min drive. Roof and deck areas were enjoyable with great views. Would say rental listing was just not 100% accurate when it comes to accommodation needs. The way it’s set up I would say it sleeps 3 people comfortably instead of 4 or more. Would recommend for smaller groups. Other than that I would give 4/5 stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry W.

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

Cozy beach house

We had a great stay! . The house was cozy, the ocean views abundant, the house clean and comfortable, the location was perfect for us; serene, close to great restaurants, breakfast and ice cream shops. Quiet, relaxing and just five minutes from the beach. Gerald was a great host available at any time to chat! We’ll be heading back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Beautiful view!

Easy experience with a very experienced owner! Plenty to do in the area,very nostalgic small town at the start of the shore.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rudy D.

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

Great experience

Great place for the family to unwind and enjoy each other's company.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

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

Perfection!

We absolutely loved our stay! Most perfect spot in all the Highlands! Cozy, convenient and fun sums it up here! We loved being able to walk everywhere in town, we loved the openness of the house, we loved the outdoor spaces- coffee on the deck of the kitchen, wine all the way up top on the rooftop deck to watch the sunsets and fireworks (it was 4th of July) and the owner Gerald was so easy and nice to work with, absolute perfection! Book your stay today!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia C.

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

Beach Town Escape

This beach house has a location is unmatchable and the three decks and views from the property are unbeatable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chris s.

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

Perfect for Us

The property was better than advertised for us. Comfortable, great location. Nothing too fancy, easy to relax in. Plenty of good restaurants to talk to. Sandy Hook close by. Didn't know Highlands, NJ well before this, but really enjoyed it. You can see the ocean, and the river from the top deck. Our host, Gerald, could not have been nicer. Communications easy, check in easy. Extremely helpful with recommendations. My only regret is that we didn't get to hear him play the saxophone! There was just two of us, in our mid sixties. There are 2 bedrooms on separate floors each with its own bathroom, plenty of privacy. Kitchen is more than adequate but we ate out most of the time. We were there over Labor Day week end and into the week after that, enjoying the beginning of "Locals Summer" . Easy to get to NYC via the ferry which is about 1 mile away. This was a jewel of the Jersey Shore
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nilda B.

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

Perfect

Beautiful home on the water
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Gerald Gates

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Hi Im Gerald and Welcome You to my Coastal Home By The Sea! Grew up with 9 brothers and sisters while my parents were in the real estate business. We learned that maintenance and cleanliness were to be 2 rules in our house. After may years of working on other peoples house now I have mine to offer. Any questions feel free to call.

Why they chose this property

Coastal Home with a View is a brand new private house located 1 min from beaches, great restaurants, 1 minute ferry to NYC and plenty to do in nearby towns. If water could talk there would be a wealth of stories surrounding the Highlands. Come continue your journey and write another chapter in your book of life.!

What makes this property unique

Sunsets and sunrises right at home are beautiful from the rooftop deck! Plenty of decks(3) one on each floor. 500 ft from the water(Shrewsbury River) as it looks up ward to the historical Twin Lights lighthouse. You can hear the fisherman,crabbers and clammers heading out of the river for their morning catch. Plenty of birds of many species and duck are often passing thru. You can walk to many great restaurants like The Proving Ground and the Inlet Cafe across the street. You can either walk 1 minute to a local river beach or drive 1 minute over the bridge to surf, swim or whatever you want on the wonderful New Jersey Atlantic ocean shore beaches. Or stay right at home and relax in comfort.

Languages:

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