Big Family Beach House with Beautiful Water Views Steps from the Ocean & the Bay
Coming in Spring 2026: A newly renovated master bathroom.
We fell in love with this house because we knew it was big enough for us to comfortably fit our whole family or groups of close friends to come join us at the shore to make some memories!
This large bay side house is 2 houses from ocean with lots of room to spread out. Take in the water views from the living room, bayside porch, rooftop deck and master bedroom in the family-friendly North Beach area. This reversed-living house was designed for multi-family dwelling with 2 FULL kitchens, 2 living room areas, 2 covered porches and 8 bedrooms. Just a 2 minute walk to private ocean access shared with our neighbors to a life-guarded beach. Watch the sunrise from the beach side deck; the sunset from the bay side deck. Or enjoy it all from the hot tub in the rooftop deck that features panoramic views.
The house sleeps 18 in beds. There is: a master suite with 1 king bed and sofa; 5 bedrooms with queen beds; 1 bedroom with twin beds on the main living area next to a full bath; 1 bedroom with 2 bunk beds and a trundle. 6 full bathrooms in all. The master has its own large sitting area and an en suite bathroom that is currently being renovated for spring 2026 with walk-in shower and makeup area.
Enjoy the two outdoor showers when you come back from a great day at the beach. House has 2 sets of washers and dryers. Relax in the Adirondack chairs on the side patio while grilling up dinner. We can fit 18 outside on the porch for dinner overlooking the bay.
There are pocket doors that can be closed to separate the 2 sides of the house for privacy or to reduce noise from one side to the other. Although you have to enter the house through the same door, once inside, if you'd like to, you can live somewhat separately. (We like to put the kids on one side of the house.)Each side of the house has a full kitchen, washer/dryer, living room, covered porch, 4 bedrooms, and 3 full bathrooms.
There are lots of bikes, ride-on toys for toddlers, beach chairs, sand toys, 3 umbrellas, corn hole, and a bocce set. Renters are required to bring their own sheets and towels.
We have a private access to the beach and it is across the street just 2 houses. Thankfully, our beach has a lifeguard. We love that even in the peak of summer, it never feels crowded. There is also a lovely bay beach with no waves and a lifeguard about a mile and a half up the road with parking.
We are sandwiched between Surf City and Harvey Cedars so there are plenty of places within 2 miles to eat or shop. Sunset park is about 12 blocks away and has a playground, basketball, tennis and pickle ball courts.
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Please be considerate of our neighbors when using outdoor areas in the evening. Quiet hours after 10pm.
Premises must be left clean. Trash and recycling must be placed in proper bins outside. Empty refrigerator and cupboards of all items you brought.
Please clean grill after use. There will be a $50 charge deducted from your damage deposit if this is not done.
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About the area
Beach Haven
Located in North Beach, a neighbourhood in Beach Haven, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge and Barnegat Lighthouse State Park, while Long Beach Island Foundation and The Museum at Barnegat Light are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Flamingo Miniature Golf Course and Hartland Miniature Golf & Arcade. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, parasailing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Harrah's Atlantic City Casino - 51 min drive - 85.0 km
Getting around
Atlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
How You Brewin? - 5 min drive
Harvey Cedars Shellfish Company - 3 min drive
Wally's - 4 min drive
Black Eyed Susan's Cafe - 3 min drive
LBI Table - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Big Family Beach House with Beautiful Water Views Steps from the Ocean & the Bay pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Big Family Beach House with Beautiful Water Views Steps from the Ocean & the Bay?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Family Beach House with Beautiful Water Views Steps from the Ocean & the Bay on 21 Aug 2026 start from AU$2,131, 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 Big Family Beach House with Beautiful Water Views Steps from the Ocean & the Bay?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Big Family Beach House with Beautiful Water Views Steps from the Ocean & the Bay?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Big Family Beach House with Beautiful Water Views Steps from the Ocean & the Bay?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Big Family Beach House with Beautiful Water Views Steps from the Ocean & the Bay located?
This family-friendly Beach Haven holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Long Beach, Harvey Cedars Sunset Park and Harvey Cedars Marina. Harvey Cedars Bay Beach and Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Our whole immediate family was together for this amazing vacation. Location was wonderful. House was well stocked with beach chairs and beach toys and there was plenty for all of us.We spent many wonderful hours at the beach.
Ronda A.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2025
Ronda, I am so happy that you and your family had such a nice vacation! Thank you for being such a wonderful guest and treating our home like it was your own! We would love to have you back!
Happy summer!
Heather
We had a great time at the house. We loved the location because it was a short walk to the beach and restaurant and shopping were close but not too close. There were a few things not working correctly but Heather is very responsive and had things fixed quickly.
Katie Q.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2025
Thank, Katie! You and your family were such wonderful renters and took such good care of the house! We'd love to have you back!
Heather
I can't say enough positive things about our experience renting from Heather! The house is exactly as pictured and feels even larger in person- plenty of space for our extended family vacation of 16 ppl. The beach is so close, beautifully maintained, and almost feels private. The views from the roof deck are spectacular. Heather was a responsive and super helpful host. I hope we are able to come back here again in the future!!!
House was in perfect location! Easy access to both beach and bay. Plenty of space for large group. Well stocked kitchens and baths. Owner was easily reachable and very pleasant to work with.
Laura W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
Hi Laura, we were so happy to have you and your group at our house. Thank you so much for the kind words. Hope to have you back next year!
Heather
This home is perfect especially for larger groups and families! Owner is easily and readily available. Updates to home were great. This was our second stay and
Will stay again.
Laura W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Laura, we were so happy that you came back for a 2nd year. Thank you for your kind words and for being such a wonderful renter! Hope you will come for a 3rd year!
All the best to you and your family,
Heather
The house worked out great for our extended family reunion. Everyone was able to spread out. It was great to have so many full bathrooms. Location was good. Our host Heather was very responsive to any questions.
We enjoyed our stay more than I can put into words. The house was perfect. I loved the layout, the accommodations, and everything about our trip! The house host Heather was easy to get in touch with when we had questions or needed anything. From great grandma to great grandkids we were all comfortable here and happy! Highly recommend!
Stephanie T.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
Stephanie, we are so touched by your review! Thank you so very much! We so loved having you guys and hope you can come back again! - Heather
We rented this house for our family to all be together for a last summer weekend. We had so much fun at the beach and with the karaoke machine there. I would highly recommend this house to families and friends who all want to stay together in the same house. There were enough bedrooms and baths for everyone.
Our hostess, Heather, was quick to respond to any questions or issues. Loved the rooftop hot tub and sunset views are amazing!
The house is set up like two homes connected by pocket doors, which makes it perfect for two families or groups. We would definitely rebook this house!!
We rented this house for New Year’s weekend and it was great. Ages ranged from 6 months to 35 and everyone was happy! The two kitchen and two living rooms were extremely beneficial with a large group and a lot of kids. Thanks again Heather!
Jamie F.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
Thanks so much, Jamie! We loved having you! Hope it works out for your guys to rent again next year!
This house was perfect for a big family trip—ages 1 to 81! There were plenty of bedrooms and spaces to hang out, and we loved having dinners out on the deck and watching the sunset The quick walk to the beach was ideal—especially with little kids and all their gear.Heather's home was clean, comfortable, and incredibly well-stocked. There were tons of beach chairs, umbrellas, toys, and other essentials that made our beach days so easy and fun. The open layout of the kitchen and living areas made it easy to cook, relax, and spend time together without feeling crowded. Truly a wonderful spot—we'd absolutely come back!
My extended family of 12 stayed at the house for one week this summer. The house is perfectly set up for a large group with two kitchens and two living areas, and in the evenings we would eat all together on the large deck overlooking the sunset. It is a very short walk to a
lovely uncrowded beach, and the house is equipped with everything you need from beach gear to bicycles. Lastly, I want to say that communication with the owner was really great- she was so warm, helpful, and available. We look forward to staying here again!
helen i.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2024
Helen, thank you so much for all your lovely comments! I am so happy that you had a nice week with your family! I hope you can all come again!
Heather
We decided to take a trip with 4 other families for a long weekend and stumbled upon the perfect house for a getaway with teenagers. We had our own space and they had their own space. It could not have been situated any better. I
Heather was great. She answered all my questions before arriving and provided us with lots of info that made our weekend easy breezy. The house is a short walk to the beach and everything you need is right there. We had a great weekend and hope to be back again someday!
Kristen w.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
Kristen, what a kind review--thank you. it was such a pleasure having your group in our home! I'm so happy you such a nice weekend in LBI! We hope you'll come again! All the best to you and your family! Heather
The 15 of us had a wonderful time in a lovely home, walking distance from the beach. Everyone had a comfortable room with good mattresses! The house was delightfully air conditioned for the heat wave we had during our week. The owner was available to answer all our questions and kept in touch. A small quibble: there wasn’t a big enough table inside to seat us all. The porch tables were fine but it was just too hot to have our meals out there! All-all a 5 star vacation for all of us.
Carolyn M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
So happy you all had a nice week and enjoyed the house! You guys were such wonderful guests! Thanks for your suggestion too! We just bought stacking chairs for the dining room so we can seat more people. We'd LOVE you have you stay again! All the best to you! Heather
We enjoyed every minute of our beach vacation! We could not rave more about our stay. The property is very well maintained and super clean! Our group was concerned about social distancing and being outside and this property was absolutely perfect for what we needed. Two of everything and a ton of space to be outside on the rooftop deck or balconies. As a property manager, Heather was so nice and really communicative. She answered any questions we had within minutes! The location is ideal, just a minute or two walk to the beach or a short bike ride to town. We would definitely recommend this property and will stay here again when we come back to LBI!
Kristen G.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
Thanks so much for your kind words, Kristen! We are so happy that you had a good visit with your family! You were such wonderful guests and treated our house like a home—we so appreciate that! We woukd love to have you back again! All the best to you! -Heather
We stayed with 4 families (8 adults and 7 kids ranging from 1-7 yes old) and the house was perfect. The kids loved the amount of bikes and ride on toys. It’s not on a busy street so the kids were able to enjoy them without the parents worrying. The bayside deck was a favorite, with stunning sunsets. Great spot for large groups and families.
The house has everything an extended family needs for a great beach vacation. Lots of room to spread out or gather together. There is one bedroom on the living space floor that we gave to the grandparents so they had less stairs to climb. The owner was also extremely responsive to any questions we had.
House was perfect for our extended family vacation. Would definitely consider booking again.
Steven S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
Thanks so much for your kind words, Steven. You were such a wonderful, considerate guest! We would be so happy if you could come back! All the best to you and your family!
Heather
Heather was super responsive and helpful with any questions we had. Quick walk to the beach and views of sunsets on the bay. We had a restful and comfortable stay!
Lisa T.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
Lisa, I'm so happy that you and your amily were able to have this time together! We'd love to have you back anytime!
Our large family had an amazing week at Heather’s incredible house. Even during the rain we had tons of space, games, views & enjoyed being together. Sunshine brought walks the the bay and beach—all within a block.
I’d give the house and interaction with the owner 10-stars if I could!
Sandy K.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
Aw, Sandy, thank you so much! So happy you had a wonderful stay with your family! Hope you can come back again! - Heather
Heather was the perfect host! She is kind, helpful, and very sweet! We had not only a beautiful weekend because of the wonderful weather we got but the house was IMMACULATE and STUNNING. It is the perfect get away for any family/friend function!
Mary Alexandra L.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
Mary, Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm so happy you all enjoyed your getaway!
First for anyone reading this, the design of this house is ideal for anyone looking to escape the confines of pandemic-quarantine and also be able to invite friends/family while still maintaining healthy physical distancing. The house is divided into two distinct sections, each with its own bedrooms, bathrooms, full kitchen, and deck-with-a-view. The only shared space is the roof deck, which is spacious enough to gather together and keep your distance at the same time.
The hosts were spot-on in ensuring the house was squeaky-clean — everything from the rooms to the linens were fresh and welcoming.
When we arrived, there was a lovely, thoughtful gift basket, complete with a binder of helpful information about all the best things to experience on LBI. Beach badges are included. It's the kind of personal touch that really communicated to us that the owner is more than just a renter — they're a true, gracious host.
The property: The location is just perfect — all the best LBI spots just a short drive or walk or bide ride away, and yet it still feels distant enough from the world that you can retreat to your own daydreams without interruption. The spaciousness of the house is the perfect respite we all so desperately need right now. The deck on one side of the house has a view to the ocean, and the opposite deck has a view to the bay. The house is located within a 5-minute casual stroll to the ocean and a 2-minute casual stroll to the bay. There's no need to choose between sunrise and sunset — you get both, every day. Outdoor showers let you quickly change into your swimsuit and rinse off the sand when you return. They've also thoughtfully provided bicycles, which we loved, as LBI is the best place for a relaxing bike ride. There's also a fantastic hot tub on the roof, where you can bask in every horizon while you soak in privacy and quiet.
There's a lovely fireplace where we roasted marshmallows for s'mores one evening. The kitchens are enormous and fully outfitted with everything you could need for some casual cooking, including a grill downstairs. The master bed and en suite bathroom are luxuriously spacious, with a jacuzzi tub and a huge shower with water pressure you dream of.
Honestly, we can't say enough wonderful things about this property and its people. We're sure that later on, we're going to think of more praise we forgot to add. We love to give glowing reviews whenever an experience calls for it, and this one absolutely did.
Great spot with a ton of space for multiple families. Very quick walk to a beautiful, family friendly beach!
Courtney F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
Thanks so much, Courtney. So happy you had a good time with your family! Hope to have you back!
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Why We Fell in the with the House: Windows, light and water views!!! There are water views from all the living areas. porches, roof deck and the master. Even if we are stuck inside on a laptop, we can take in the beautiful water views. We love being with family and friends in this house because we are able to accommodate everyone without feeling like we're on top of each other. There are plenty of places to gather together as well as steal away for quiets moments alone.
Why We Fell in Love This Area: North Beach has a tranquil atmosphere that is away from the island chaos and traffic yet a short drive from the island entry, shops, restaurants and entertainment. We also loved the larger lots. Most of all, we LOVE OUR BEACH. Walk over the beautiful dunes to big wide beaches that are never crowded and have a lifeguard. Our house is close enough for our kids (and us!) to bike for ice cream or to Sunset Park to play.