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Ocean and Bay on LBI!

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Exterior
Ocean beach just one block away
Ocean beach just one block away
Ocean beach just one block away
Ocean beach entrance

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 775.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Long Beach Township, NJ
  • Surflight Theatre
    4 min drive
  • Museum of New Jersey Maritime History
    5 min drive
  • Fantasy Island Amusement Park
    5 min drive
  • Atlantic City, NJ (JSL-Steel Pier Heliport)
    65 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Ocean and Bay on LBI!

Perfectly situated just six houses from the bay and eight houses from the ocean! Water in both directions and easy access to both. Take your pick, many different activities to choose from, and gorgeous views from the roof deck!

This is the entire second floor of a duplex house with a nicely furnished roof deck, and a second rear deck off the kitchen. Both decks are private to this unit. The house is located on a great residential street, very little vehicle traffic, and at the end of the street is a small public park complete with a 700-ft long stretch of sand along the bay, kid's playground, tennis court and basketball court. At the other end is the beautiful ocean beach that LBI is known for. Walk with the kids to the bay or the ocean, bike around the neighborhood, play at the bayfront park, or venture into nearby downtown Beach Haven.

This is an updated unit with central A/C, new furnishings throughout, large-screen TV and high-speed wireless internet. The rear deck off the kitchen has flexible table seating and a Weber gas grill, great for outdoor meals, and you'll have shade there during the afternoon to take a break from the sun.

In the evening head up to the large roof deck to enjoy the amazing sunsets over the water on the bayside! The roof deck is fully furnished with a large dining table set and separate conversation furniture set for dinner and relaxing after a long day at the beach.

There are two beach cruiser bikes available for your use during your stay. Lots of folks start the day on LBI with a leisurely bike ride, run or walk up and down the main boulevard. And since this is the southern-most part of the island (less than 1/2 mile to the end and nature preserve), vehicle traffic in the morning is light and there are more pedestrians and bikers than cars.

This unit has a private outdoor shower on the ground floor and four off-street parking spaces.

Beach badges are provided.

New for 2024 - Linens and Bath Towels are provided.

The home is just 2 miles from downtown Beach Haven, including Fantasy Island, Bay Village, Thundering Surf, several mini-golf courses, ice cream galore, and many of the best restaurants and bars on the island.

Before booking you can reach me at 202 and 631 and 6490 with questions or to discuss options and possible discounts for week+ stays, or email mnovotny at backyard.homes.

Please note this is a family rental, the sleeping arrangements are best suited for up to 4 adults and 3 kids (7 guests max). We require a photo ID and do not rent to high school or college+ groups.

Property manager

Mike Novotny
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

About the area

Beach Haven

Located in Holgate, a neighbourhood in Beach Haven, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Tuckerton Seaport & Baymen's Museum and Tucker's Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Museum of New Jersey Maritime History and Fantasy Island Amusement Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Thundering Surf Waterpark, or check out an event or a game at Skydive East Coast. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Long Beach Township, NJ

What's nearby

  • Surflight Theatre - 4 min drive
  • Fantasy Island Amusement Park - 5 min drive
  • Bay Village - 5 min drive
  • Thundering Surf Waterpark - 5 min drive
  • Spray Beach - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Absecon Station - 57 min drive
  • Atlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Chicken or the Egg - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bird And Betty S - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tuckers Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ship Bottom Brewery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bagel Shack - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean and Bay on LBI! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean and Bay on LBI!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean and Bay on LBI!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ocean and Bay on LBI! located?

This family-friendly Beach Haven holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Long Beach and Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge. Museum of New Jersey Maritime History and Fantasy Island Amusement Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time and location
The place was clean and neat, had great amenities, plenty of beach chairs, beach wagon, bikes etc. nice out side siting area and also a great roof deck. Middle of the block a few houses from the bay which had a small playground for our granddaughter. The beach was a block away. Deli down the street snd 7-10 minute drive to shops and restaurants!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marylou C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Party of 5
We ended up being a party of 5 adults plus a toddler. The 5th adult (also taking up the 3rd BR instead of the baby having her own room) and the so so weather made the house a little tight/close. However, the home was clean, the supplies & cookware, the bikes & beach chairs, towels and sheets being provided were all very much appreciated and extensive. Mike and Molly truly thought of everything to make you feel at home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent last minute Fall stay
We booked this rental very last minute in the Fall when we saw the weather was going to be beautiful, and the owner couldn't have been more responsive and accommodating. The house was very clean and well stocked with everything needed. Loved the quiet location. Excellent stay and excellent communication. Would definitely stay again! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Many many smiles
Happy Place in Holgate!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erika J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible location with abundant private outdoor space!
The location of this home is incredible! Located on the quiet south end of Long Beach Island, we were a block from the ocean, a block from the bay, and a short bike ride or drive to the amusement parks, restaurants, and stores of central Beach Haven. Our beach was lifeguarded but uncrowded, and the teens had their beach right there to walk out to where they could drop their surfboards in the water and catch a wave. Sunsets were glorious on the bay just up the block. The house is as advertised, with even better outdoor spaces than can be appreciated from the photos. A lovely balcony was our setting for breakfasts, grilling, and just sitting in the shade. The large rooftop deck with a dining and sitting area was the center of family and friend time from dinnertime on. Outdoor shower was perfect. The house is very comfortable - the beds are great and we all slept like bears. Couches are great. Everything was fresh and clean. The kitchen has all the basics we needed to cook our meals at home. It's a homey, cozy and wonderful base for a seaside trip. Keep in mind the unit is on the second story of a two-family home. The owner of the downstairs unit is delightful and was patient with our teens who clearly made too much noise walking above her bedroom late the first night. Once we realized the sound carried through the floor, the teens were quiet and thoughtful. If you have a gaggle of kids you'll need to settle them down in the evenings. No biggie for most of us.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation close to all amenities
We had a great holiday in LBI. This place is close to all amenities. Restaurants, beach, tennis and basketball courts, bike paths to name a few of our favorites things to do during our stay. This place is awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
We had a great time in LBI. The house was very clean and comfortable. It was fully stocked with everything you could need including kitchen items, paper products & laundry detergent. The couches were comfortable and the TV was easy to use. There were also beach chairs, bicycles that were ready to ride and kites to fly on the beach. Beautiful sunsets on the bay at the end of the street and a short walk to the beach. Mike was very responsive to all inquiries. Would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
South Shore Escape
Great place on quiet South End of Long Beach Island. Amazing place....great roof top deck. Great stay
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

JANE H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent rental
This is my second time staying here. Love this rental. Very quiet end of the Island. Look forward to many more visits.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S., Mechanicville, ny

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything You Need
This rental is in a great location near the southern end of the island. It's just a short drive to a local market and restaurants. We like to cook and the kitchen was equipped with just about everything you could need, including lots of staples. Loved the Myers cleaning products. The beds were very comfortable! And it was wonderful having a TV in the Master as well as the larger TV in the living room. There were a lot of viewing options including access to local channels to check the weather. The upper deck area is awesome, but could be an issue getting up there for people with mobility issues or small children. The shed out back had all we needed for the beach-lots of chairs and an interesting "umbrella" that we used every day.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer send off in Holgate
We really enjoyed our stay in Holgate - just a bit out of the hustle and bustle of Beach Haven but close enough to bike or take a quick drive to get to shops, restaurants, and Fantasy Island. Our two small children (almost 2 and 4 1/2) loved the beach, which was a short wagon ride away. It was a huge relief not to have to haul our own beach equipment with us on this trip! The owners provide everything you could possibly need to enjoy the beach, including a big selection of beach toys and games. Thank you Mike and Molly for a great place!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Spot!
The house was great and well located only a short block or two from the beach. Communication with the owner was easy and the house itself was stocked with kitchen/washer dryer related needs. Our group really loved the top deck to be able to see the sunset and the moon at night. There was a good collection of beach needs (chairs, boogie boards, games etc) in the shed along with spray for the greenheads (bugs). Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

james f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LBI Family Vacation
Mike's rental property is even better than advertised. Amazing location to beach/bay with park. Quite neighborhood with great neighbors. Rooftop deck offers outstanding sunset views and you can see both the ocean and bay. The home is extremely clean and everything is well thought of. Everything you can think of is offered with the property. Leave the beach chairs, boogie boards, umbrella, and wagon at home as these are all provided and of good quality. My family of four had an easy time lugging all of our beach accessories the short distance and had an amazing week at Mike's property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, full of amenities
This beach house lived up to every expectation, and more. Clean, plenty of room for the 5 adults in my family, quiet neighborhood, great location between beach and bay, and so many amenities and conveniences, which just made our stay that much more enjoyable and relaxing. We are looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
1st time at LBI
We had a great time. Everything was as described. The house was very clean and comfortable. We also loved the rooftop deck. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Derek D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy times
Great
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victoria E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
wonderful home
We had a wonderful time in this very well-appointed beach home. Everything that you could need was available in the home. Very clean and the roof top deck was amazing! All interactions with the owner were answered quickly and kindly. Would love to book this home again. Thanks, Mike, for a wonderful and relaxing vacation spot!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy Place
Holgate is a peaceful happy place. Joan Road is perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just a wonderful place in Holgate
I couldn’t be happier with our experience at this property. Michael was easy to deal with and went out of his way to ensure that we had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Arthur R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot on LBI
Great location. Great house with everything you need for the beach + more. Beautiful views of the bay at sunset from the roof deck!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice week at the beach
Everything was great and easy upon checking in. Communication with owner was superb. Apartment was well stocked for all needs. An added bonus was the shed was fully stocked with bikes, beach chairs, boogie boards and sand toys. The sunset over the bay was outstanding. And the kids loved the beach and the playground. Fantasy island is not walkable for littles, but-you can take the shuttle or it’s just a short short car ride away. We enjoyed evenings on the roof deck—Friendly neighbors,quiet area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Shanee O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Family vacation, Summer kick off
The apartment is located between beach and bay, very close to the bay (with a small sandy playground) and just over the Blvd from the ocean beach. Just a short walk down Bay Blvd was Bawkey’s small shop, which had fresh baked morning goodies, drinks, ice cream, etc. The “green-head flies” we’re not a fun experience and we soon started using the homemade keep away spray the locals use (thanks to Mike for providing that!). The rooftop deck, with its amazing views, was the highlight of the apartment. There was also, thankfully, an outdoor shower, as one might hope for a home sandwiched between two beaches. The 3 bedrooms and single bath are as pictured. The couches were adequate while the beds were really comfortable and nicely outfitted with pillows and quilts (BYO linens/sheets/towels). The shower/tub had no bathtub stopper, so we bought and left one. Enjoy the soak! It’s a nice, deep tub. We loved having that beach stuff shed with toys, a beach wagon (used it once then went more low-key), and racks of beach chairs. It was so easy to grab and go, getting outside to enjoy the sand and waves, which was the main purpose of our trip! Definitely we’ll set up for a family vacay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Totally would come back
Great stay and amazing rooftop deck. Close to both the bay and the beach and Michael was very accommodating. Fully stocked kitchen with nespresso pods which was a nice touch. Apartment was extremely clean and also had a great selection of games. 👍👍👍
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

JIM F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
13 Joan Rd Unit 2
Communication with owner was excellent. Unit was extremely clean and well organized. Roof deck was awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

About the host

Hosted by Mike Novotny

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We purchased this property in late 2017 and are thrilled to be able to share it with other families going forward. The home was already in amazing condition from the prior owners (including new central A/C and heat, new deck, roof, etc), and we are continuing to make additional improvements both inside and out, and add amenities to make it the best possible stay for our guests.

We are not new to managing, we own other rental units outside of LBI, and are really excited about this location. We use this home as well so have extra incentive to make it the best possible place to stay.

Long Beach Island is an incredible family destination! We've been coming to it all our lives, and it remains the same family-friendly beach escape that I remember as a kid. Even if you don't rent here, give LBI a try, you will not regret it!

Why they chose this property

The property is so uniquely situated close to beach and bay, with an extensive but little-known public park on the bay at the end of the street. Our two young kids really enjoy the beach, but they "love" the bay. Very calm waters, a playground, and tennis and basketball court as well. Easy to launch your kayak or paddleboard. The street is quiet and easy to ride bikes on, or take a longer bike ride down the island. And it's very close to the heart of Beach Haven with lots of activities and restaurants.

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