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Beautiful cottage one block from the beach!

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A water park with slides and play structures.
A compact kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a washing machine, and a coffee maker.
A small white house with blue shutters, a porch with a chair and a table, and two potted plants.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a dining area with white chairs, and a green patterned sofa.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel stove, a microwave, and a dishwasher.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Ocean Beach
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Lavallette, NJ
  • Place, Ocean Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Monterey Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Chadwick Beach Island
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful cottage one block from the beach!

This adorable beach cottage was recently totally renovated! All NEW- kitchen, floors, furniture, and freshly painted. We have designed this home for our family, so we made the decisions for our renovations with high end choices in mind. The home has 2 bedrooms, one queen and one with a twin and bunk bed. The home sleeps 5 very comfortably and has plenty of storage. There is a full-sized bathroom with tub. The kitchen is very well equipped with serving for 12, full sized appliances, and granite countertops. A kitchen table that seats 6. A full size front loading washer and dryer is located in the home as well. There is a side deck with lots of seating to enjoy dinner outside, a natural gas grill, and an enclosed outside shower. Our home also has central air conditioning and baseboard heating.

Bed Linens, bath towels, beach towels, beach chairs, and a wagon and beach toys are included for your convenience.

A short walk in either direction is the Monterey Beach Ocean and the Monterey Beach Bay Park. The ocean is very family friendly and protected by lifeguards during the summer season. It is a private beach to our community and a badge will be required and will be provided to you and your guests ( This is a $90 fee that I have already included in your rental cost). 8 badges will be available to you during your stay. Depending on which week you are here, there may even be some family festivities planned by our community.

The bay beach is a great way to spend the early morning and evening hours with the children or when the beach is a little too cold- it may be just right at the bay. We have swings, a jungle gym, and places to explore looking for fish and crabs. Bike riding the Bay Blvd in Lavallette and the ocean boardwalk before 10am is also a great activity. We have some local restaurants, bakeries, surf shops, and ice cream palors all within walking distance. You can also take a quick bike or car ride into Lavallette to explore even more.

Other attractions and areas that you can enjoy by a 10-15 min car ride is the Point Pleasant Boardwalk and Rides, Jenkinsons Aquarium, Chadwick Miniature Golf, Seaside Boardwalk and Rides, Breakwater Beach Water Park, Barnacle Bills Arcade, and Island Beach State Park.

We rent Weekly from Saturday to Saturday in the summer months but before and after season we rent minimum of 2 nights. See you soon!!

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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

You need to know

Property # 697621vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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

Lavallette

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Dover Beaches North, a neighbourhood in Lavallette. Shoppers can check out Jenkinson's Boardwalk, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Seaside Heights Beach and Ortley Beach. Ready for a night out? Consider Aqua Blu Kitchen & Cocktails and Aqua Blu.
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Lavallette, NJ

What's nearby

  • Ocean Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Monterey Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Chadwick Beach Island - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Silver Beach - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Chadwick Beach - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Undergrind - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Crab's Claw Inn - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Castaway’s Pub - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lava Java - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful cottage one block from the beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful cottage one block from the beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful cottage one block from the beach!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful cottage one block from the beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful cottage one block from the beach! located?

Located in Dover Beaches North, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Ocean Beach and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Seaside Heights Beach. Monterey Beach and Silver Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect beach cottage for our family. Very clean, family friendly, beautiful beach and close to everything! Will be looking forward to planning our 2027 trip. The owners were great and very pleasant, answered any questions we had!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

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

Cottage

Very cozy and clean, convenient location to the beach, restaurants and activities, like mini-golf. Host Theresa, eas great, very welcoming and accommodating... plan to return in future!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Perfect little cottage!

It was a short stay of only two nights, but the kids will never forget those two nights! We have been spending summers in Lavalette for many years, and this cottage was perfect for making more memories with my family. Thank you, Dickmans!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Caitlin C.

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

Great little getaway.

We stayed for 2 nights- just looking for a short getaway as we have a newborn. The big kids loved being so close to the bay beach / playground. It was a 10-15 min walk to restaurants in Lavalette. We wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Joan H.

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

Great getaway

Your cottage is perfect for us. Love the kitchen. We're looking forward to renting again next year. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

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

Amazing Beach Getaway

We were in the area for a music festival, so we only had a short time at the house and in the immediate area. We loved being there off-season because the beach was so quiet. We even spotted whales off shore. This is such a cute little house and a great location. Thank you for sharing it with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sasha Carlson

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

Mother’s Day weekend

Perfect for our family for a Mother’s Day getaway weekend. We tried the food place suggestions she gave us and they were fantastic! Lenny’s pizza, Megs grill, Patti’s, all really great. Beds were very comfortable! Lots of extra blankets which we all appreciated!! The kids went nuts over the bunk beds!! Super cozy and close to everything— thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon F.

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

Just Right!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here! The owner, Theresa, was so nice and very responsive to our needs. One suggestion would be to come prepared with current information about the area and it's dining spots as the information in the cottage is okay but a little old, in some cases. But in the scheme of things, that is nothing in comparison to the fun we had and the loveliness of the cottage. Highly recommend this spot!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne L.

Perfect!

This is a cute little cottage and was perfect for our stay. We were down "off season" for a family wedding. My husband and I wanted someplace close to wedding venue and reception - and this fit the bill. Very well equipped (although we did not cook except to boil some water) this kitchen had it all. Plenty of room for sleeping with 2 bedrooms (we only used "the master"). Bathroom, living room and table to dine at round out the cottage. My husband took a walk in the morning - on and off the beach - and then sat out on the patio of the cottage. Sun, comfortable temps, and slight breeze made for a happy guy. I will remember this cottage if we're down to see family again! Thank you for your lovely home!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very close to beach and bay. Nice quiet area
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Becca G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location (not on the main hwy)! We had everything we needed for a 2 night stay for a family wedding. You can tell the house is older but it's been updated. The furniture layout is perfect to get the most out of the small space. The cottage is tiny but cozy and we practically lived outside on the deck. The umbrella came in handy for a particularly sunny beach day. Owner was super communicative throughout! Will definitely consider bringing our kiddos back here for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Fantastic weekend

Super clean. Fully stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Richard D.

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

Perfect !

Loved the house. Loved the location! We’ll stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

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

Perfect Beach Cottage

Perfect location and perfect-sized beach cottage for family of four. Kitchen is beautifully redone. Outside shower was a nice plus. Walking distance to ice cream and local restaurants. Super-fast wifi and extended tv/cable package made a few rainy afternoons whiz bye. Shed is perfect size for bike storage. Patio, grill and picnic table all added to a great experience. Beach is so close that we were able to easily run back and forth to the house a few times a day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rashidah K.

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

Quaint and Functional !

The location is perfect for kids and our family of 5, There is a bay and beach walking distance and plenty of parks on both the beach and bayside. Bike rentals around the corner , ice cream trucks come around near the parks, nice upgraded kitchen with all the amenities. If you like making smoothies I suggest you bring your ninja blender or foodie to maximize your time out doors especially if you have picky eaters. Multiple Grocery stores within reach which is always a must have with kids. Love the fact that it wasn't as crowded as other beach towns and people are friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristin R.

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

Nice Beach Bungalow

We had a very nice time at the little house. Great location between Ocean and Bay beaches. Our son loved the playground on the Bay side. The owner was informative and quick to respond. Overall the house was cute and redone, a little shopworn here and there. Could have been a little cleaner in the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls get away

We rented Theresa’s cottage for a 3 day girl vacation, we all found it very comfortable and clean, the neighborhood was quiet and the people we saw were very friendly. When we had a question, Theresa was quick to respond. The beach was close enough to walk to . We walked down there just for a few hours when we got there as we spent most of our trip down at seaside which was a short trip down the road. I do recommend this place to anyone who would like a nice quiet place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

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

Our stay was great!

Thank you for everything the house and owner were awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Amber E.

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

Will visit again!

We were very pleased with our experience in this adorable beach cottage. The home was clean and well stocked for our stay. The beds were very comfortable and the outdoor shower made coming in from playing in the sand easy clean up. The home is only about a block away from the bay beach which has a wonderful park and water access that our daughter enjoyed each day. The neighborhood was beautiful and friendly. We would highly recommend this home for any small family. We hope to visit again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deanna S.

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

Beautiful cottage!

Very nice rental. Easy to make yourself at home with all the amenities and an easy walk to the beautiful beach. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

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

Relaxing long weekend

After season quick weekend . Very clean house . Quiet neighborhood . Owner very accessible .
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha D.

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

Down by the bay!

What a pleasure it was staying at the cottage in Monterey Bay! It was the most perfect fit for our last vacation as a family of 3! My son fell absolutely in love with the bay!! The house perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren J.

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

Love the beach cottage

This property was perfect!!! Great location adorable and clean and the owners were very accommodating and friendly! We’d highly recommend it and would def stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place to getaway with the family!

Theresa and Dans home was everything we hoped for! Very clean, cozy and just perfect for a long family weekend. Will definitely come back in the near future!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

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

Wonderful

This rental has everything you could possible want. I would rent this property again .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

About the host

Hosted by Theresa

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I grew up in Monterey Beach and wanted my children to be able to enjoy the beach just as I did-- and as you can see- they love it! We recently purchased this home and totally renovated it and use it whenever we can around rentals. My parents still live in Monterey so I am most likely to be found at their home.

Why they chose this property

Generations keep coming back over and over again!! It is special here in Monterey Beach and hopefully you will have a week to experience what makes us all keep coming back!!

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