Cozy Jersey Shore Cottage near Sandy Hook Beach - OPEN YEAR-ROUND - Highlands

1 bedroomSleeps 237 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Highlands, NJ

Twin Lights State Historic Site17 min walk
Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area7 min drive
Sandy Hook Lighthouse12 min drive
Newark, NJ (EWR-Liberty Intl.)50 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

About this property

Cozy Jersey Shore Cottage near Sandy Hook Beach - OPEN YEAR-ROUND

**DISCOUNT FOR WEEKLY SUMMER RENTALS!**
Sweet little house, completely furnished, within 1 mile of Sandy Hook Beach. 2 Blocks to the Bay in wonderful Highlands, NJ. Walking distance to renown restaurants, outdoor bars, biking, hiking and the Seastreak Ferry to New York City!! Perfect accommodations for 2 adults with queen bed, fully functional kitchen, large shower and Washer/Dryer. Located in a quiet neighborhood, this unique home was elevated after Hurricane Sandy and the breezy living area is up one flight of stairs. (Local Rental License # 7932)

Property manager

Barbara Domings

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Long Branch Vacation Rental | 1BR | 1BA | 700 Sq Ft | Stairs Required

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Pet Fee is $50/per pet. Prior approval required

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

This is a separate, private, elevated house w/the residence on the second floor. There is a set of stairs for entry; we are NOT handicap accessible.

The cottage can ONLY accommodate 2 adults (we are NOT childproof), and a maximum 2 small dogs (under 20 lbs). No parties or photo-shoots permitted.

This short-term rental is not a lease or other long-term tenancy agreement. Guest has no property/renewal rights and shall vacate premises as agreed.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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

Property Registration Number 7932

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Highlands

Located in Highlands, this cottage is near the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by PNC Bank Arts Center, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area and Long Branch Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Monmouth Park or MAC at Monmouth University. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Highlands, NJ

What's nearby

Twin Lights State Historic Site - 17 min walk
Mount Mitchell Scenic Overlook - 2 min drive
Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area - 7 min drive
Sandy Hook Lighthouse - 12 min drive
Count Basie Theater - 12 min drive

Getting around

Woodbridge Station - 32 min drive
Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

Proving Ground Waterfront Dining - 9 min walk
Bahrs Landing Seafood Restaurant & Marina - 12 min walk
Off The Hook Restaurant and Bar - 15 min walk
Salt Creek Grille - 6 min drive
2nd Jetty Seafood - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Jersey Shore Cottage near Sandy Hook Beach - OPEN YEAR-ROUND pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Cozy Jersey Shore Cottage near Sandy Hook Beach - OPEN YEAR-ROUND?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Jersey Shore Cottage near Sandy Hook Beach - OPEN YEAR-ROUND?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Jersey Shore Cottage near Sandy Hook Beach - OPEN YEAR-ROUND located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Twin Lights State Historic Site, Mount Mitchell Scenic Overlook and Hartshorne Park. Monmouth County Beach and Gateway National Recreation Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).

8.8

Excellent

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Patricia F.

15 Apr 2024

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

Highlands

Convenient to restaurants, easy to park, close to Rt36, clean, private

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thom H.

7 Jan 2024

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

Sweet little hideaway

Clearly owned by a caring creative person. Lots of little touches. Neat, sweet, petite. Close to ferry and train rides to NYC. Walking distance to harbor. Walk to pizza and Mexican restaurants. Easy drive down coast to Asbury Park and other boardwalk towns. Bottom of hill that rises to the highlands. Check out Twin Lights house. Mt. Mitchill.Sandy Hook spit.

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard Alan E.

11 Nov 2023

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

Lovely cottage apartment for 1 or 2

This is a very nice, very well maintained, nicely furnished and appointed 2nd story small cottage apartment; perfect for one person or a couple. Although small, it has everything you need and everything worked well. The kitchen had pots, pans, utensils, etc. - even spices. The bathroom had nice towels etc. and even had a good forst aid kit. The linens and blankets were nice & clean. Barbara is a conscientious host; when she found out I make tea, she bought a new tea kettle for me/ the cottage. The decor is nice and appropriate for being near the ocean - mostly white with blue with ocean/nautical/sea life images. Guests might want to know that the matress on the queen size bed is firm. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay!

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

23 Mar 2023

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

Very cozy and cute

Very nice property and Barbara was a pleasure to work with. Perfect for a weekend getaway.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Gina T.

21 Aug 2022

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

Smoke/Tobacco Filled Toxic Property - Avoid

Avoid renting this toxic property. The moment you enter the property it is evident that it has been lived in by someone who chained smoked for years, possibly decades in it. The air quality is extremely toxic. There is sticky tar-like residue in the closets, kitchen cabinets, above the oven and worst of all, bathroom. The owner tried to put a new coat of paint over the walls and few new pieces of furniture, but it does not cover up the stench throughout the house. We tried to stay for 1 night, and it was hell. When we left the following morning - all of our things, our clothes, our suitcases, anything that we brought into the property smelled like this toxic tarry smoke stench. When we mentioned this to the owner who lives next door (her windows look directly into the property) she acknowledge that a smoker previously lived in the house. The house also has cheap air conditioners installed in the windows. They rattle and are loud. The front air conditioning unit spews water onto the balcony so when you open the door to go onto the balcony you get hit in the face with a ton of water spewing out of the back of the A/C unit. There is no parking. There is a place to park by the house itself but the owner uses that spot, along with the spot at her house next door for her cars. Guests have to find street parking, which is not always available. Guests may have to park as much as a mile away and walk to the house. There is a light that is installed at night on the stairs leading up to the house from the ground floor. (The garage shown in the photo is a mystery, you enter the house from a staircase on the right). The light on the stairs turns on automatically and instead of staying on - flashes on and off, If you are epileptic, this could cause a seizure. I suppose this light was installed so that the owner who live directly next door can know when you are coming and going. The property is also in a run down industrial type neighborhood - though close to the high speed ferry to NYC. If we could give it zero stars we would.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Barbara Domings

I have rented furnished, privately owned Vacation Houses for over 15 years and enjoy welcoming guests from around the world! My goal is to always provide a very clean rental, which my guests have always appreciated.
I live nearby and like to say hello in person but take care to ensure that your stay is private. I am, however, always available by phone, text or email for any assistance, questions or concerns. I’ll be happy to suggest restaurants, activities and provide directions or transportation information so that you may enjoy your stay in our little gem of a town, Highlands, as well as the natural beauty of Sandy Hook National Park and Beach, and our proximity to the NYCity Fast-Ferry.
Looking forward to hosting you!
Barbara

Why they chose this property

Quiet coastal neighborhood in quaint, walkable town known for its restaurants and outdoor recreation. One Mile from Sandy Hook Beach, Gateway National Park. Clothing-optional beach, Hiking, Boating, Biking. Ten-minute walk to Seastreak Ferry to NYC (45min ride to NYC).

What makes this property unique

The cottage was originally built in 1921 and has gone through many renovations – the latest was after Hurricane Sandy, when there was 5 feet of water in the living room!! The cozy 400sq ft house was then completely renovated and elevated, so now it is up in the air surrounded by the cool ocean breezes.