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Private large deck with vast views, sunshine all day and quiet peaceful nights.

Behind the gate find your own private haven of peace and sunshine.

Living room: read, play games, watch tv, have cocktails

Dining room right off the living room, it seats 8-10 very comfortably

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4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
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Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Kitchen

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Ocean Bay Park, Fire Island, NY

Ocean Beach
‪15 min walk‬
Sunken Forest
‪28 min walk‬
Heckscher State Park
‪37 min drive‬
Islip, NY (ISP-MacArthur)
‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Hello Families!

Charming beach house, 4 bedrooms, kitchen, social living room, dining room, and huge deck overlooking vast field. 1.5 baths, outdoor shower, private lot, internet, internet tv, bikes, beach chairs, boogie boards, SUPs, garden, games. One block from the beach and bay. Supermarket, restaurants and bars close by. Ocean Beach restaurants, shops, and bars one mile away. Sunken Forest National Park one mile away.

6 night min stay: Checkin 3:30pm , Check Out 11am (you can usually leave bags on the deck and use the outdoor shower on checkout day while cleaning people come to extend your stay). Dogs okay with fee.

Families and Couples Only. No group rentals

A perfect place for families. Thanks!

Kat

Property manager

Fred

Languages

English

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Kitchen

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Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 27

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

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

About the area

Ocean Bay Park

Located in Ocean Beach, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Captree State Park and Belmont Lake State Park, while Cherry Grove Community House and Theatre and YMCA Boulton Center for the Performing Arts are cultural highlights. Bay Shore Mini Golf and Monster Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Ocean Bay Park, Fire Island, NY

What's nearby

Ocean Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Atlantique Beach - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
Cherry Grove Community House and Theatre - 16 min drive - 4.0 km
Robert Moses Beach - 33 min drive - 5.1 km
Heckscher State Park - 37 min drive - 36.8 km

Getting around

Bay Shore Station - 28 min drive
Islip, NY (ISP-MacArthur) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

‪Blue Whale - ‬16 min drive
Kingston's Clam Bar
Vanderbilt's Wharf
George Martin's Strip Steak
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Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Bay Park Sanctuary: pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Ocean Bay Park Sanctuary:?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Bay Park Sanctuary:?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Bay Park Sanctuary: located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Great South Bay and Ocean Beach. Sunken Forest and Sailors' Haven are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

30 July 2024

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

Extra Hospitality

Fred showed us welcome and care! House was perfect for our group and felt homey while giving people enough privacy. The use of the amenities was great and everything was well-stocked from kitchenware to beach chairs. The yard was private and shaded. Great stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

risa k.

19 July 2024

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

Summer 2024

Fred and Kat were wonderful hosts. Hope to come back next year and do it all again

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F.

11 July 2024

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

Amazing hosts and beautiful stay

The hosts of this property are amazing communicators and so helpful! We were a group of six adults and one year-old infant and needed to understand if there was any equipment for babies in the house (there was a pack and play and a seat that attaches to the table). The owners communicated both through messages and by calling me to discuss our needs. While on the phone, I got a ton of useful information about the house, the neighborhood and Fire Island in general. It was amazing. Because there were no renters just before and after us, they invited us to enter early and leave late so we were able to enjoy the house for a little longer. I have never engaged with such lovely hosts! As for the house, it had everything you need for a stay in Fire Island. The kitchen was incredibly well stocked, with every utensil you can imagine and a variety of spices. The hosts also left us a lovely welcome bottle of wine. There were beach and bath towels, bikes, beach chairs, a beach umbrella, boogie board, board games, and more. The location was great - just about a block and a half from the ocean and a couple of blocks from the bay, a convenience store, ice cream, pizza, and restaurants. Ocean Bay Park is a quiet town and we liked it that way. The beaches are lovely and uncrowded and don't miss the Sunken Forest. A wonderful stay in Fire Island! Thanks, Kat and Fred!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard J.

15 Aug 2023

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

A true FireIsland GEM

A true fire island home ! Clean neat with everything you need and more ! Has all the charm and character a fire island home can offer! Owners are amazing and answer any questions immediately! Best yard ❤️best shower ❤️

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaina W.

11 Aug 2022

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

Great time on Fire Island

The description of the house was accurate. The house was spacious and came with bikes, beach chairs, boogie boards and more to enjoy. A few small issues that the homeowners were able to quickly resolved. My family and I had a great stay and would stay again

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard J.

6 Aug 2022

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

A hidden gem

I’ve been renting in fire island for 15 years plus. This was an exceptional house . So much character , so clean, so comfortable ! The premier beach house in my opinion ! The outdoor shower is the bomb . The deck and views exceptional ! Comfie beds, complete kitchen , sufficient air conditioning ! I think they thought of everything down to games, books and beach chairs and sup’s! A true gem !!!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Coleen P.

5 Aug 2021

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

Perfect Vacation Spot

My family and I really enjoyed this house. It is such a cute and very spacious beach cottage. Steps from the ocean. It has everything you could possibly need. Very clean. Owners are fantastic! Very responsive. I highly recommend this property!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

20 July 2021

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

Great family beachtown getaway

Beautifully kept cozy home. Excellent location. Jeff and Kat could not have been easier or more of a pleasure to deal with as owners. They have thought of everything and provide all you need. Our group was 2 new grandparents, 4 children ( 2 married, 1 about to be and 1 1yr old grand daughter). everyone was comfortable and all had a blast. Comfortable inside, great deck, and great ODS. We all want to return!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

18 July 2021

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

Exceeded expectations

Can’t say enough about this trip. Fred and Kat were helpful and super responsive. They were flexible on arrival and departure times. House itself was fantastic and the worked for our two small families. 4 adults and 3 kids. Lots of extras, like many bike choices, games, welcome bottle of Rose, outside shower, grille, beach chairs, umbrellas, bike night flashlights, and spacious deck and more. Bedroom varieties make it easy to accommodate everyone. Kids loved the bunk beds. Everything worked and was in great shape. Location convenient location to beach end ferry and Schooner Inn. Thanks for a great vacation !

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S., Brooklyn

8 Oct 2020

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

Paradise

We spend several splendid fall weeks at this house working and doing remote school during COVID - the internet speed was fantastic - and so was everything else!!! Communication with Fred, Kat and Jodi was quick and easy - they are amazing and very attentive. The house is perfect for spreading out (the bedrooms are on the 4 corners) but also great for coming together for a meal or a family movie! The outdoor deck is fantastic and very big - our favorite pastime was swinging the the hammock, gathering for a meal and playing games. The outdoor shower was great - we never used the indoor shower. The kitchen was well appointed (and the lack of dishwasher wasn't as horrible as we expected!). The house really has every amenity - Tommy Bahama beach chairs, boogie boards, loads of towels and bed linens, even a Ninja blender - everything you need to have a great time! We had a fantastic time and hope to return again!!

Stayed 16 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

3 Aug 2020

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

Ocean Bay Park Cottage steps from the Ocean!

My family and I greatly enjoyed our recent week long stay at this ocean beach cottage. Location is fantastic as it is only a few houses from the sand, and right down the block from the market when needed. The 4 bedrooms are well spaced from each other and the kitchen is spacious enough that you never feel crowded in. Everybody loved the spacious yet quaint living/dining area, and the back deck with no neighboring house behind it looks over a vast field offering outstanding sunrise views and more importantly air movement on those hot summer days and nights. The house is right off the street, convenient to everything, but tucked back behind a private gate so you feel that you are secluded. It was also fantastic that the house came with plenty of beach chairs, a stand up paddle board, kayak, and most importantly plenty of bikes for riding over to neighboring Ocean Beach for eating out and shopping. Pack less and save money on rentals! Great week at Fred’s Ocean Bay Park cottage!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melanie C.

28 July 2020

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

Perfect week at the beach

We had the best week in OBP. The house was in the perfect location. Close to the Pantry, Restaurants and the beach. House was clean, kitchen is huge. Everything was just as described in the listing. Outdoor shower is perfect. Never even used the inside shower (even on the day it rained). Plenty of chairs, bikes, beach toys etc. Fred was incredibly responsive with any and all questions. Would highly recommend.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Larry M.

22 July 2020

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

wonderful time

My family and friends enjoyed the property. The proximity to the beach, pantry, and restaurants is perfect. It is also feels like you are very secluded, making it also quiet and peaceful. We would recommend this home to further renters.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

22 July 2020

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

Perfect Beach Getaway

Even with the restraints of Covid-19, we were able to have a nice relaxing couple of days at the beach. The house was fully equipped with anything you needed to have a great day in the sun. We enjoyed cooking our meals at the house and had more than we needed to entertain. I am so happy Fred and Kat let us borrow their home for our stay. Highly recommend!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

alan s.

11 July 2020

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

Great House Great Time

Perfect family house and location. House was clean and comfortable. Near beach, Flynns, market and hotel. Would totally rent again!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

kelly f.

14 Aug 2019

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

Wonderful home!

This property was wonderful for our party of 10 for a family reunion. The rooms had a perfect setup. The half bathroom came in handy with 4 kids and we loved the outdoor shower! The kitchen is well appointed and had everything we needed and provided lots of rooms for cooking. The deck was absolutely perfect with lots of space to hang out day or night and ample room for all of us to relax, eat and play games in separate spaces. The grill was very nice and clean. There are plenty of bikes on the property, beach chairs, umbrellas and beach toys. We loved the location - it felt quiet and private. The property’s location provides quick and easy access to the ocean beach, bay beach and a couple of local restaurants. The Owners were so kind to us and so quick in their responses to any questions. They provided us with a lot of suggestions for things to do and things to bring and they all proved helpful. We had such a wonderful trip and it really was in such large part due to this home. Thank you so much!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

30 July 2019

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

Family getaway

My family and I rented the house for a long weekend and the house was absolutely perfect. It had everything we needed and more. The house was the perfect distance from everything and really allowed us to connect. The owners communicated well and were so helpful. I would absolutely rent from them again, we will definitely be back.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daniela S.

17 Aug 2018

Great location!

Cute house so close to the beach and right next to a market and some bars which we frequently visited. The house is small but fits 10 comfortably and has a great outdoor patio. The owners were very professional and great to rent from.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jean G.

31 July 2018

Beautiful and conveniently located home.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house was perfect for our families. The home is welcoming and tastefully appointed. It manages to be close to everything without ever getting too noisy. Hosts are responsive and kind.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Veronica M.

30 July 2018

Fantastic time, cute little beach house!

THANK YOU!! For such a great trip – we could not have picked a more perfect home. the house is awesome, full of charm, character and love. We can tell this is a home and not just any old vacation house, and you feel welcome and safe. The small touches throughout the house were unbelievable, from the shells on the outdoor table, the stone faces on the mantle, the jaba the hut wood, the deck lights, just everything. Nothing crazy high tech like those new houses, just your regular beachy beach house with everything you could need for your beach vacation! Working with Kat was such a pleasure and if i had any questions she was quick to answer! We are so happy to have experienced this home and will certainly be using them again!!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lauren F.

31 July 2015

Perfect Getaway!

I stayed here for 6 wonderful, relaxing days and I am looking forward to renting again. The house is in a great location; SO close to the beach, a quick 3 minute walk to the ferry and both of the main restaurants/bars on the island. The large deck feels so private and set back from everything. It was so nice to all be together eating meals and relaxing on the deck over looking the large field next door. The house had everything we could have asked for; especially in the kitchen and felt like home right away. The owners/renters were so nice, professional and accommodating! This really is an excellent place to spend a week with family and friends.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Katharine N.

18 Nov 2014

Family Reunion

Another wonderful two weeks at Fire Island. Great location, beautiful view, quiet family time. Can't wait for next year. Thanks for a great time. Three generations in one house and all left happy!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Katharine N.

11 Jan 2014

Great spot and great price

I had an amazing college reunion with my 5 girlfriends. Sweet and cozy and so welcoming we felt comfortable as soon as we walked in. Very complete kitchen for cooking, the best outdoor shower ever, walking distance to everything, perfect location for a great 3 mile run, wonderful shops and restaurants, overlooking a beautiful field where deer gather every evening and morning. We will be going back for sure.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

5 Apr 2012

Great escape at the beach

We stayed here for a lovely week last summer with two other couples. The house is great--it has a huge deck that feels totally private because it's against a meadow instead of other houses. It was totally clean and neat, and the owners left us all the info we needed to find stuff and get around. The bedrooms are big and laid out away from each other. There's a grill on the deck, and a big kitchen--we cooked in a few nights and went out in Ocean Beach (a quick bike ride) a couple of times. There are a bunch of restaurants and bars there. There's a bar down the block from the house, too, but we didn't go there. It's a 2-minute walk to the beach, two blocks away, and there's a grocery on the same block as the house in case you need anything last-minute. (We brought of our groceries with us, because everything is more expensive once you get on FI.) The beach there is gorgeous. We walked one day to Sunken Forest (bring bug spray if you do) which was a good hike. In all, I totally recommend this place. It's like a private beach retreat but you're still in the middle of everything.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

5 Apr 2012

3BoysofMine

Have rented this sweet cottage twice with my family and love it. Perfect distance from the ferry and the market. Relaxed, cosy and funky atmosphere make it perfect to enjoy with three kids and not have to worry. Part of the magic of Fire Island is the freedom for kids to be out on their own! and this house is perfectly located for the kids to take an afternoon bike ride to town for ice cream. Our favorite part (besides being two minutes from the beach) is the great back deck that looks out onto a huge field that gives you a wonderful open view and sense of space while remaining quiet and private while dinning al fresco. This little house is everything I imagine when I think of an old fashion beach house where there is no fuss and everyone hangs out together, after the beach and an after dinner walk,in the evening playing board games and sipping a cold drink. We can't wait to go back

About the host

Hosted by Fred

Owners since 1958, three generations of our family have enjoyed this house. It is warm, inviting and filled with goodness… every person leaves loving it as their own.

Why they chose this property

The perfect traditional Fire Island Beach House… families, friends, couples, reunions… tons of deck space and have added sand all around the property for bocce and games.

What makes this property unique

You are close to all but when you walk in the gate you feel like you are transported to a private sanctuary.

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4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

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Outdoor Shower

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