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Lovely Spacious Waterfront escape (or WFH) Kayaks, 72' dock, mins to LBI beaches

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Outdoor fun in a fully fenced backyard, 72 ft waterfront & three-level deck.
Swim in the lagoon.  Catch fish or crabs from your own dock.
Level 2 main LR w double sliders to upper deck where you can grill and dine
Level 2 BR King bed w water, sunrise and sunset views, access to upper deck
Sunrise.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8213.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Stafford Township, NJ
  • Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Brant Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Fantasy Island Amusement Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Atlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 3

Shower only

Bathroom 4

Outdoor shower

Bathroom 4

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Lovely Spacious Waterfront escape (or WFH) Kayaks, 72' dock, mins to LBI beaches

Enjoy a perfect, memorable family vacation in a contemporary home featuring 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, an open floor plan and spectacular water views from every room, located in The Coves section of Beach Haven West. Have fun and spend time together both inside and out! The living room with high vaulted ceiling has a cozy gas fireplace and double sliding doors that open to an upper deck where you can grill just steps from an outdoor eating area. The spacious lower deck, fenced-in backyard and attached dock has something for everyone! Sit back and enjoy the views from a comfy outdoor seating area, take out a single or tandem kayak for a trip around the lagoon, chill and chat in Adirondack chairs around a firepit, or play a game of cornhole. Bring your water toys and take advantage of 72 feet of dock/bulkhead, great for swimming, fishing, crabbing and more! You can also go on morning walks, runs or bike on our wide, peaceful neighborhood streets.

When the sun sets, continue the fun inside in our decked-out great room. A 130” projector equipped with Apple TV is perfect for movie nights. Or break out one of the many games in the storage coffee table for family game night! This room also has a spot for the gamer (or work from home) with a 32” external monitor you can plug right into. Another workspace is in the upstairs king bedroom with relaxing views of the lagoon for guests working remotely.

Still want more? Long Beach Island is just a 10-15 min drive away. (4) Ship Bottom beach badges, (4) beach chairs, and a beach umbrella are available for use. For night-long fun, Atlantic City is only 30 min drive away.

Check out some of the amenities included:
2 king bedrooms with outdoor access and a 3rd bedroom with 2 twin beds and 1 bunk
3 full baths + outdoor shower (just bring your favorite toiletries)
2 decks with outdoor dining and seating; plenty of patio furniture
2 double kayaks, 2 single kayaks, 1 stand up paddleboard and 7 adult life jackets
4 bikes (bring your own helmets)
2 dedicated workspaces with 32” external monitor (1 w/ HDMI and 1 w/ DP cable); 1 is set up for a gamer (bring your own laptop or gaming device)
Wifi (capable of 800mbps)
Smart TVs in living room and in the 2 king bedrooms (no cable service)
High def 130" projector with Apple TV (in-app purchases NOT included)
4 adirondacks with firepit (firewood NOT provided)
Outdoor (propane) grill. (Please use foil, clean and replace cover after it has cooled down)
Pillows & linens provided (but NO towels). The clean linens are provided in plastic bags.
Off-street parking for 3 cars (please do not park in front of our neighbors’ homes)
4 Ship Bottom beach badges ($50 will be charged for each lost or missing badge)
Keurig coffee maker (for single pods or carafe)

Specifically excluded are the indoor hot tub, wood burning stove, loft library and closets located in the great room. Please do not use or access. The garage is also excluded and monitored with a camera (video/audio). Please do not access the garage except when you have to get cleaning implements (e.g. vacuum).

Before booking this house, please read the following carefully.

Maximum 8 occupants per town license. Stafford township requires you to complete and sign before a notary a written form stating that you understand and will comply with the maximum occupancy. You must provide the completed form to the host on or before check in. Reach out to the host for a sample of the form if you wish to review it before booking.

You must be 28 years old to book this home. Government issued ID required as proof. The booking guest has to be an occupant of the house for the entire duration of the stay.

No hosting of events or gatherings of more than 15 people. This is a family-oriented, peaceful development.

Outdoor cameras (video/audio) installed (directed at main door, driveway, gates and dock/lagoon) for security and protection of our home. Please do not touch or in any way tamper with them.

Use of any amenities (on water or ground) is entirely at your own risk.

Children must always be supervised. The backyard is fully fenced but there is only a spring lock and latch between the deck and the dock. There are no lifeguards. Home is multi-level, with many stairs and decks. There is an indoor tub, wood stove and a loft library that are not to be accessed.

No pets allowed. However, we do have a dog that is at the house when guests are not. Guests with related allergies should be aware of this.

No smoking of any kind (including vaping) within the premises (indoor and outdoor)

You are responsible for any property damage or loss caused by you, your family or guests.

Our cancellation policy is strictly enforced.

o For boat or jetski owners. Please let me know if you plan to bring a boat or any motorized water toy before booking. You cannot bring a boat or any motorized water toy without getting an approval. Our waterfront/bulkhead is 72 ft with dock of 23 ft & adjacent deck of 16 ft and open space on either side of 13ft and 20ft (all approx.). The dock has cleats only. At the minimum, we require the boat to have bumper guards.

By proceeding to book, you understand and agree to the above.

Property manager

Mary Ann L Villamor

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Not baby-proofed, many stairs/decks, water access
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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
Town requires guests to submit a signed form stating they agree to the max. allowed # of occupants. Contact Owner for questions.
Access code to enter home will not be given until the completed town form is provided to Owner by email first, original to follow at check-in.
Inform Owner if bringing a boat or any water toy. Host has the right to approve or disapprove at her discretion.

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Manahawkin

Located in Manahawkin, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Ocean Professional Theatre Company and Historic Tuckerton Seaport are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Regal Manahawkin and Flamingo Miniature Golf Course. Eagleswood Amusement Park and Hartland Miniature Golf & Arcade are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Stafford Township, NJ

What's nearby

  • Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Brant Beach - 14 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Haven Beach - 19 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Spray Beach - 20 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Fantasy Island Amusement Park - 21 min drive - 19.9 km

Getting around

  • Atlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Johnny's Offshore Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Old Causeway Steak & Oyster House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pietro’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bagels & Beyond - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely Spacious Waterfront escape (or WFH) Kayaks, 72' dock, mins to LBI beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lovely Spacious Waterfront escape (or WFH) Kayaks, 72' dock, mins to LBI beaches?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely Spacious Waterfront escape (or WFH) Kayaks, 72' dock, mins to LBI beaches?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lovely Spacious Waterfront escape (or WFH) Kayaks, 72' dock, mins to LBI beaches located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge and within 6 miles (10 km) of Manahawkin Health Park and Regal Manahawkin. Coastal Health and Hackensack Meridian Health Southern Ocean Medical Center are also within 6 miles (10 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

SHANNON M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Beautiful home right on the water in a quiet neighborhood. Perfect for our family vacation. The house has everything you need both inside and out. Owner is very responsive and accommodating. The outdoor decks and seating areas were great. It's only a short drive to LBI and other beaches. My family and I had a wonderful time and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great trip in Manahawkin
We stayed at the Matilda for 5 days. Everything was exactly as described. The host was amazing and had a book with every question you could have about the house. The home was very clean and bathrooms were brand new. Lots of games and TV’s in the house for rainy days. All the beds were extremely comfortable so much so my kids wanted me to find the sheets that had on the beds. It was a very quick ride over to LBI for beaches and attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauri H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home!
We love staying @Matilda! Very spacious and clean. Great communication with property owner. We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you for sharing your home with us!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect, quiet family vacation
The house was beautiful and setup nicely for renters. Had everything we needed to enjoy! The lagoon is quiet which was nice, but easy access to the island!! Owners were fantastic! Communication was easy and they even left duck food since they knew we had children going! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

ralph U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
summer fun
great family beach house !!
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doreen D., Middletown, NJ USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls trip
Everything was wonderful. Location was peaceful & relaxing. House was very clean & well equipped. Lots of extra things to do kayaking, paddle boarding, corn hole, fishing or just sitting back & enjoy the view. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacky H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful stay for family vacation
This beautiful home was perfect and we really enjoyed our stay here! The house was so clean and cozy and included lots of amenities to keep you entertained. The beach is also just a short drive away. Will definitely be back very soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert C., JAMISON

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Beautiful home and very relaxing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and pleasant
Quiet, clean and comfy place on a lagoon to enjoy kayaking, paddleboarding biking and with lbi just a short drive away a great place to enjoy the beach life too . Owners are easy to reach and were exceptionally accommodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Viviann C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Place!!
The location was perfect, the house perfect, the amenities perfect, our holiday there was perfect. This is a truly wonderful place: the outside lagoon side is well designed and lends itself well to outside enjoyment. What's also wonderful is that so many rooms have sliding doors to that open out to the decks. The additional amenities (kayaks, bikes, SUP board and grill) really added something extra and made it feel more like home rather than just a rental. We all felt very comfortable and relaxed there.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family vacation
We really enjoyed it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

pamela m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family vacation!!
We spent 4 beautiful days at this lovely house. It was very clean and had everything we needed to feel right at home. The decks were great. Kayaks , paddle board and corn hole kept my family entertained. The ocean was just a short drive away and the beach was perfect. Definitely a place to make wonderful memories!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house!
We had such a lovely time at this house and would definitely go back! The location was great and the house itself was so clean and well stocked with everything we needed. The house provided so many amenities, including kayaks, paddleboards, bikes, corn hole, and beach passes. You can definitely tell the owners put a lot of time and effort into making your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank u
The house was very nice great place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing vacation
My family and I enjoyed our stay at this luxurious super clean home! This house had all the amenities you would while being on vacation. My children and grand daughter loved the kayaks, bikes to ride and the use of the fire pit. MaryAnn had great communication, the check in/out process was very easy. We will definitely love to vacation her next summer!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls weekend
A wonderful time spending a girls weekend in this home. The house was exactly as described, well appointed and close by to beaches restaurants bars etc. Overall excellent weekend stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little getaway.
Nice spacious modern home. Enough parking and easy access.. Lots of outdoor space and recreational activities. An 11 minute drive to main beach area and strip. Would love to repeat. Thank you Mary Ann
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M., Keyport, United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem
This property is located just a stones throw from LBI in a quiet neighborhood. This home is right on the lagoon and boasts many amenities such as kayaks, bikes, and cornhole to name a few. The house was clean upon arrival. A beautiful coffee bar is provided along with an ice machine. There are many seating options on all levels providing maximum convenience and comfort. You could eat dinner by the lagoon and sit around the fire in the evening. The hosts were readily available to answer any questions we had promptly. The little details in the "Under The Sea" room were so fun. The fully equipped kitchen allowed us to cook with ease. Everything you need for a good time is provided in this home. I hope to visit again in the future. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Mary Ann L Villamor

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