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Cozy Ocean Grove Beach Retreat: Walk to the Coast!

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A two-story house with a front porch, a balcony, and a staircase leading to the second floor.
A covered porch with a white railing, a wicker chair, a small round table, and a potted plant.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, two yellow armchairs, a large mirror, and a decorative wall piece.
A living room with a white door, grey curtains, a television, a grey cabinet, and a yellow armchair.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a small round table, and a window with patterned curtains.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Asbury Park Boardwalk
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Street parking available
  • Gas barbecue
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Ocean Grove, NJ
  • Place, Ocean Grove Tent City
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Grove Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Asbury Park Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Linden, NJ (LDJ)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Cozy Ocean Grove Beach Retreat: Walk to the Coast!

Have a lively Jersey Shore experience at this 1-bedroom, 1-bath vacation rental in Ocean Grove. Located in a historic neighborhood lined with 19-century homes, less than a block from the beach and boardwalk, this 30-day rental apartment offers beautiful coastal views from the private porch. Enjoy ideal access to Ocean Grove’s entertainment venues, shopping, dining, and the greater Jersey Shore area. With a private entrance, enjoy a relaxing getaway with your loved ones at this beach destination!

-- THE PROPERTY --

1 Block From the Beach | 2 Seasonal Beach Passes Provided | Private Porch w/ Ocean Views | Historic Victorian

Bedroom: Queen Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa

STEP OUTSIDE: Covered front porch w/ wicker furniture, lighting & beach views, shared gas grill (first-floor patio)
INDOOR LIVING: Ample natural sunlight, ceiling fan, 2 flat-screen cable TVs, dining table
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, toaster oven, cooking utensils, microwave, drip coffee maker, tile backsplash, dishwasher + soap
FAQ: Quiet hours (after 11:00 PM)
GENERAL: Window A/C unit, free WiFi, central heating, washer/dryer, 2 beach towels, bath towels, linens, laundry pods, dryer sheets, complimentary toiletries, 1 roll paper towels, dish sponge & soap
ACCESSIBILITY: Single-story apartment, stairs required to enter
PARKING: Street parking (first-come, first-served)
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: An additional property is available on-site with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking

-- THE LOCATION --

SOAK UP THE SUN: Ocean Grove Beach (1 block), Bradley Beach (1.5 miles), Avon-by-the-Sea Public Beach (2.1 miles), North Beach Boardwalk (2.2 miles), Loch Arbour Beach (2.8 miles), Belmar Beach (3.8 miles), 14th Avenue Beach Badge Ticket Booth (4.5 miles), Pier Beach (6.9 miles), Long Branch Beach (7.8 miles), Great Lawn Beach (8 miles), Point Pleasant Beach (10.9 miles), North Beach (19/7 miles)
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: The Great Auditorium (0.3 miles), Asbury Park Train Station (0.7 miles), William F. Larkin Golf Course at Colonial Terrace (2.4 miles), Shark River Golf Course (3.5 miles), Deal Golf & Country Club (3.5 miles), Quail Ridge Golf Course (8.5 miles), Sea Bright Beach Pavilion (11.9 miles), Sandy Hook Lighthouse (19.1 miles), Fort Hancock (19.2 miles)
FAMILY ATTRACTIONS: Bradley Beach Bowl (1.3 miles), Asbury Splash Park (1.8 miles), Silverball Museum Arcade (1.9 miles), Asbury Eighteen Mini-Golf (1.9 miles), Asbury Lanes & The Diner (2 miles), Go Play! Retro Arcade (3.7 miles)
EXPLORE NATURE: Belmar's Natural Beach Area (2.6 miles), Joe Palaia Park Addition (5.3 miles), Fair Haven Fields Natural Area (12.5 miles), Sandy Hook (14.5 miles), Swan Point State Natural Area (14.9 miles), Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge- deCamp Wildlife Trail (15.9 miles), Big Brook Preserve (18.8 miles)
AIRPORTS: Newark Liberty International Airport (45.2 miles), John F. Kennedy International Airport (73.7 miles), LaGuardia Airport (75.3 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings. Please note that gatherings of family members who are not registered guests are not permitted
- Please respect neighbors and maintain appropriate noise levels throughout the day. Please observe quiet hours after 9:00 PM
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This single-story apartment requires stairs to enter
- NOTE: The following is provided for each stay: 1 roll of paper towels, a dish sponge, shampoo, conditioner, body soap, dish soap, laundry pods, dryer sheets, dishwasher soap, and 2 beach towels. Beach gear is not provided (chairs, umbrellas, coolers, etc.)

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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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

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Property # 4521287
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

About the area

Ocean Grove

Located in Ocean Grove, this holiday home is by the sea. The Historical Society of Ocean Grove and House of Independents are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Ocean Grove Tent City and Stephen Crane House. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Wall Township Speedway, or consider a night out at Uva Restaurant Wine And Bar. Scuba diving and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Ocean Grove, NJ

What's nearby

  • Ocean Grove Tent City - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ocean Grove Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Asbury Park Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Stone Pony - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Asbury Park Boardwalk - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Stone Pony - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Porta Pizzeria - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Watermark - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Palmetto - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Paradise - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Ocean Grove Beach Retreat: Walk to the Coast! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy Ocean Grove Beach Retreat: Walk to the Coast!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Ocean Grove Beach Retreat: Walk to the Coast!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Ocean Grove Beach Retreat: Walk to the Coast!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Ocean Grove Beach Retreat: Walk to the Coast! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Ocean Grove Tent City and Asbury Park Boardwalk. Ocean Grove Beach and Great Auditorium are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This beautiful one bedroom first floor bungalow is outstanding for any couple looking to spend a weekend or two weeks at Ocean Grove, New Jersey. Outstanding location, with just a five minute walk across the lake walking bridge to Asbury Park ,where you can partake of all of the incredible restaurants and shops. The Cottage has been nicely updated, with a new kitchen, and renovated bathroom. Perfect… Very clean, and has all the amenities that are required. Coffee pot with filters, microwave, and any utensils that would be needed. We loved this little Cottage, and my interaction with the owner was awesome. She is very nice, and very helpful. Would stay here again without a question.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2026
What a wonderful summary of the cottage! We're so glad the location won you over, with that easy walk across the bridge into Asbury Park for restaurants and shops, and that the updated kitchen and bathroom, along with all the little amenities, made your stay comfortable. It means a lot to hear the experience felt easy and enjoyable from start to finish.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cottage at Ocean Grove, New Jersey

Everything about this space...the cottage, the people, the food, the beach...absolutely beautiful!
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2026
Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed the cottage and everything Ocean Grove has to offer, from the beach to the food.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ocean Grove Cottage

Exceptional! Clean, airy, bright, easy.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Oct 2026
Thank you so much! I'm glad the cottage felt bright and comfortable and made for an easy stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfy stay at the beach

Nice, comfy, near the beach. Good amenities. Fully stocked. Grill. Wi-Fi. Washer/dryer. Excellent communication with owner. A very positive experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct 2026
Thank you so much! I'm glad you had a comfortable stay and found everything you needed for your time at the beach.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach block apartment

Great location in the NE part of Ocean Grove. While parking is always an issue in Ocean Grove, we were lucky to find a spot around the corner on a very busy Saturday (Annual, giant flea market). Furniture in living room comfortable as well as the queen-size bed. Kitchen accessories somewhat limited, e.g., kitchen towels and utensils for cooking. Even though there’s a dishwasher, some of the eating utensils in the drawer were laden with dried up food particles! So, soaking and washing these utensils and a few plates was the first order of business after unpacking our stuff. I would have given 5 stars for cleanliness had it not been for the above referenced issues. The front porch is well equipped and spacious. Upstairs neighbors are friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cons:Would've given it 5 stars but you can hear the people walking back and forth upstairs sounding like elephants, at night when going to bed at 11pm and at 730am when you're trying to sleep in at least till 9am. I had to deal with this for 5 days. I made this known to the property manager a couple of days in a row but it didn't change anything, eventually I just stopped texting. Upon arrival the bathroom had a ghost smell of pee that remained even after spraying Lysol.My guest even pointed it out. Pros: Beach was less than a 3 minute walk, beach tags were provided, and porch had a nice set up.where you can sit outside and enjoy the breeze. parking wasn't too bad, but couldn't leave and return as easily to find parking.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from Cozy Ocean Grove Beach Retreat: Walk to the Coast! on 14 Aug 2025
From the owner: "Thanks for staying with us, Annie! We’re so glad you enjoyed being just steps from the beach, the included beach tags, relaxing on the breezy porch, and convenient parking. We’re sorry the upstairs noise and bathroom odor upon arrival affected your stay — we’ll look into this right away. In five years of hosting hundreds of happy guests, this type of feedback is rare, but we value it as it helps us keep improving. We’d love to welcome you back for the five-star stay most of our guests experience."
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

perfect beach get away!

location was excellent! on a beach block and so close to all the restaurants in Asbury. we have been coming to OG for 10 years and this is our new favorite place to stay. It was so clean, recently renovated and beautifully decorated.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute, clean, updated

Location and rental were great- everything worked and seemed new and updated. Beds were very comfortable. Porch was so cute ! Only beach items included were towels. Did not matter for us. One block to beach and close to boardwalk. We wanted to stay longer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

Amazing location. New furniture. Friendly neighbors. I wish I could live here all year long!!
Stayed 49 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thanksgiving in OG

We have stayed many places both fall and summer. This had everything we needed for our weekend stay and more home- like than a hotel room - loved seeing the sun rise and know it was only a block to beach
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice and Quiet

Perfect setting..........Very quiet neighborhood !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

perfect weather

We love Ocean Grove for its quiet and proximity to Asbury Park's vitality. This rental was clean and well appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Andrea, thanks for your kind comments regarding this apartment. If there's anything else we can do to provide a 5-star experience, please don't hesitate to reach out! Best, the Evolve Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful location and perfect with a dog

Lovely quaint downstairs apt in two family home in the first block from the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place steps from the beach and Asbury activities!

Loved our stay. The cottage is adorable and it is well maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Comfy cottage

The property mostly met our expectations, small but comfortable, close to the ocean, easy access. Lack of parking is a problem. The pictures of the living room in the listing made it look spacious and airy. The actual living room is dark and cramped. Not accurate at all.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fabulous porch sitting!

Close to the beach, easy access to fun of Asbury Park and the quiet of Ocean Grove.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place for 2 adults & pug

Property was neat & clean, exactly matched online pics, and was very comfortable for 2 adults and 2 pug dogs. We had no problem with electronic door lock or any appliances. We especially loved the spacious bedroom. The closeness to the beach & Asbury Park boardwalk made the stay terrific! It is only a 10 minute walk to the main town stores, as well. Only negative is we would have preferred shades in the living room as you can see in at night with only the lace curtains. We loved our first time in Ocean Grove & this place was perfect for us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pretty good

Pro’s -quaint neighborhood, less than one block from the beach (300 ft.) -cozy furnished front porch -nice apartment with living room, kitchen-dinette, bedroom-laundry room, and bathroom in 26 ft. shotgun style and 13 ft. wide -fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator-freezer, dishwasher, electric stove-oven, small microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker, and full complement of utensils -TV in bedroom, as well as living room, with cable -queen size bed with bedding -bathroom exhaust fan Con’s -people can see through the curtains into the living room and kitchen at night with the lights on. -No shower mat to prevent falls on smooth surface -No bathroom towel racks (but 1 hook on wall and 4 hooks on back of door)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful cottage for 2

Our cottage is less than one block from the beach and broadwalk which we enjoyed every day. The cottage was clean and big enough for 2 of us and our dog. The neighborhood is beautiful and safe with plenty of parking in the street. The bed is comfortable but a little noisy. The kitchen has everything you need. Our stay here was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cozy Stay a Block Away From Beach

Our stay was great...Cozy! Enough modern eminities. Washer/Dryer etc...
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location and Just as described

This is a small place, but works perfectly for a family of 4. It's just as described, and the location can't be beat - just a short block to the beach. Asbury Park is easily walkable, either on the boardwalk or through the town. We had a small issue with the electronic door lock, but I reached out to the contact and she was very responsive and had it fixed within a few hours. It was great that we could have our dog with us as well, and there were lots of places to walk him since he wasn't allowed on the beach or the boardwalk. The only small issue is that there is definitely a faint smell of cigarettes; the place is nonsmoking, but it's clear that someone was smoking in there at some point in the past. It's most noticeable on the mattress on one of the pull-out couches. Fortunately the breeze and the two air conditioners can quickly clear the smell out of apartment. We would definitely rent again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

SO CLOSE TO THE BEACH!!

Had a wonderful time! This spot is perfect for a small family or couple. The convenient location to everything was perfect! It was a short hop, skip and a jump to the beach...(literally 1/2 block) and where we were also able to stroll a lovely (and scenic) few blocks into town in OG for some Nagel’s ice cream.... then to Asbury for dinner at the many restaurants. I grew up coming down to Ocean Grove for vacation every summer and am happy that my husband and little girl now love it as much as I do.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clean, bright and well equipped

Definitely made my vacation so much more relaxing. Highly reccomend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lovely spot! Exactly as advertised.

The location is great — a couple of minutes and you’re on the beach. And quick walk to th he main drag in ocean grove and Asbury. The accommodations live up to the description. Very well taken care of and well appointed. Perfect place for a couple or an individual and it’s so great that they take dogs And the host is very accommodating — I needed a couple of things for the kitchen and she provided them right away. I’ll come back!
Archival

8/10 Good

The beach house was very clean and updated. Great location!

Overall the experience was very nice. Loved that it was dog friendly. Worked out well with our dogs. Had some trouble with the front door lock, but owner was great and help w/the problem. In the description says sleeps 4, but is hard with the location of bathroom being in the only bedroom. And if it sleeps 4, there should be 4 beach badges. Loved the supply of towels and sheets and coffee, tea and napkins etc. in kitchen. Parking is difficult but that goes with the type of area it is. Otherwise a pleasant experience. Would consider renting again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

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