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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Explore the area
Highlands, NJ
Monmouth County Beach
Place, Monmouth County Beach
6 min walk
Gateway National Recreation Area
Place, Gateway National Recreation Area
8 min walk
Twin Lights State Historic Site
Place, Twin Lights State Historic Site
13 min walk
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
Airport, Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
50 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
A Jersey Shore Vacation Getatway
The Overlook Cottage, a waterfront retreat with spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and New York City skyline. Available year round, our waterfront cottage come fully furnished. Our cozy cottage can accommodate up to four comfortably. The Overlook cottage is no more than ten feet from the water with picturesque views from each patio. Your stay is guaranteed to be a tranquil excursion. The Cottage is less than an hour from New York City by boat, car or public transportation.
The Riverfront Cottages pamper you with a feel of an Island Getaway. Our 60’ dock offers the best striped bass fishing around. Come by boat and we have slips availabe to accomodate you. Just steps away, rent a boat, or take a ride on a charter vessel, party boat, or classic wooden boat excursion. Located within walking distance to Gateway National Recreation Area at Sandy Hook, a 7-mile long peninsula with over 1,600 acres of pristine beach and a spectacular holly forest where over 300 species of migratory shorebirds can be spotted. Spend the day sunbathing and swimming on the wide beaches or enjoy premier surf fishing. Horseshoe Cove on the bay side of Sandy Hook offers plenty of spots to anchor your boat and ideal conditions for kayaking, parasailing, windsurfing and Jet Skiing. The Riverfront Cottages are located under the national landmark, Historic Twin Light Lighthouse, Hartshorne Woods, Henry Hudson Bike Trail and many Zagat rated waterfront restaurants. Park your car or boat on our facility as all area attractions are walking distance and many a few steps away.
Keywords: Waterfront View, lodging, B&B, Jersey Shore, Sandy Hook, Beachfront, Private Dock w/Boat slips available, Sailing, Fishing on Premise, Boat Rentals, Bicycle Rentals, Charter Boat,
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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
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
Highlands
Highlands is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Long Branch Beach and Gateway National Recreation Area, while Strauss Mansion Museum and First Avenue Playhouse Dessert Theatre are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Monmouth Park or Oceanfirst Bank Center. Looking to get your feet wet? Waterskiing and rafting adventures can be found near the property.
Gateway National Recreation Area - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Twin Lights State Historic Site - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Hartshorne Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
Getting around
Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
Proving Ground Waterfront Dining - 11 min walk
The Chubby Pickle - 4 min walk
Bahrs Landing - 3 min walk
Off The Hook Restaurant and Bar - 4 min walk
Chilangos - 16 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is A Jersey Shore Vacation Getatway pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at A Jersey Shore Vacation Getatway?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Jersey Shore Vacation Getatway on 13 May 2026 start from AU$613, 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 A Jersey Shore Vacation Getatway?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at A Jersey Shore Vacation Getatway?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at A Jersey Shore Vacation Getatway?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is A Jersey Shore Vacation Getatway located?
Situated in Highlands, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Twin Lights State Historic Site and Monmouth County Beach. Hartshorne Park and Gateway National Recreation Area are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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It was an exceptional property in an exceptional setting. Gary was very thoughtful and someone showed us in. The kitchen was fully ready for cooking, and the bedrooms were pretty big, as well as the living room and shared terraces. Most popular restaurants (including Bahr's Landing) were within walking distance. Really enjoyed our stay and will definitely look for the property in the future.
What a great property! The property managers are super responsive, the space is well appointed, and everything is comfortable. If you aren’t lucky enough to have your own family beach house, this is a perfect alternative.
We really enjoyed our stay. This was our second visit and we hope to return again. Our host was very accommodating and quick to respond to our questions during our stay. The location is very convenient to amenities. We were able to walk to dinner and of course being on the water with my boat out back was ideal to meet the needs of our trip. We were all very comfortable through out our stay. The place was clean the beds were comfortable the shower had excellent water pressure and the kitchen was well stocked. Thanks again to our host for all that you did to make our stay so enjoyable.
Everything was perfect for our stay. The dock for our boat was very nice had everything we needed inside and outside the property. The people were so friendly and gave us many suggestions for around town . We will be back very soon !
This was the perfect place for my family to stay for the holidays! Wonderful apartment with all the amenities needed and then some! It was perfectly located - a quick drive (or we could even walk) to the shore and Sandi Hook along with several restaurants and the Twin Lights. I was able to watch the sunrise from the kitchen and deck every morning which was wonderful! There was a small park on the water a very short walk up the road for our dogs. Plenty of parking on site. Everyone we met was extremely kind and friendly. Entrance to the apartment was beautifully decorated for the holidays. Gary was an absolute pleasure to work with and was extremely accommodating when we had to cut our stay short by a day due to an impending snowstorm. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here and would definitely love to stay again!
Karin L.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
About the host
Hosted by Larry
Family owned & operated for nearly a century
Why they chose this property
My family passed down for five generations
What makes this property unique
Watching the sunset, views of NY City skline, watching the boats go by, people are friendly, great waterfront zagat rated restaurants.
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests