Once Upon a Tide: True Beach House, beachfront! New Renovations

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9.4

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9179 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Explore the area

WADING RIVER, NY

Wading River Landing7 min walk
Wildwood State Park8 min drive
Splish Splash Water Park15 min drive
New York, NY (NYS-Skyports Seaplane Base)102 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 3

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Once Upon a Tide is a 4 bedroom very casual true beach up to 9 people with a sofa bed.
Upstairs, you can locate a king-size bed in one of the bedrooms. There is an additional twin bed available in the same room. The other bedrooms are situated on the main floor, adjacent to the living room and kitchen. This stunning beach house boasts sweeping panoramic views and a spacious wraparound deck that will surely leave you captivated.

Have fun outside with the kayaks or stand up on a paddleboard. The water is fabulous. There’s also an outdoor shower and BBQ grill. Perfect getaway for families with children and your friends!

The WIFI is great, and there is a TV, games, books, and a 5-star restaurant right across the way, just walk over for a wonderful dining experience.

You’re so very close to the vineyards and the farm stands, Tanger Outlet Mall, Atlantis Marine World, Long Island Skydive, so many restaurants and so much more. There is also a spa close by for the perfect massage or facial.

Take advantage of the kayaks, and paddle boards to fully immerse in the beach experience.

Rental Permit#: 22-0452

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:
As avid outdoor lovers, we highly recommend exploring the area! Below are a few of our favorite attractions and the distance from the property:
- The Barn of Wading River (1.2 miles)
- Bakewicz Farms (2.4 miles)
- The Shoppes at East Wind (3.2 miles)
- East Wind Day Spa (3.4 miles)
- Wildwood State Park (3.5 miles)

If you are looking for multiple homes that are close by for additional family and/or friends please inquire! We have many other beach homes within close proximity.

IMPORTANT NOTES:
Please note, there is a pet fee of $200/pet per stay.
For stays over 21 days, please note that any extra utility costs beyond the initial charged amount are the guest's responsibility.
Properties with a heated pool incur a daily pool heat fee of $45.
For stays over 29 nights, there might be an extra damage waiver fee. We'll get in touch to discuss the options and details.

Cancellation Policy
Bookings canceled at least 30 days before the start of stay will receive 100%.
Bookings canceled at least 14 days before the start of stay will receive a 50% refund.

Guest Insurance
Please note, as a part of booking we secure insurance for your stay and will require you to sign a Guest Rental Agreement. This insurance is meant to cover any incidental damages to the property that may occur during your stay and does not cover any issues with your trip related to cancellation due to illness or other reasons. We understand that things happen by mistake or accident from time to time, we ask that you let us know when it happens. You’re covered with us - we’re invested in you having a worry-free stay!

Our Company- LuxuryBeachGetaway has been offering the Best Vacation Home Rentals in Long Island
In Business for 17 Years
Look forward to a wonderful stay!
Thank you, Virginia and Debbie

Property manager

Debbie & Virginia

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Nestled along the picturesque shoreline, immerse yourself in the soothing rhythm of the ocean.

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

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

Property Registration Number 22-0452

About the area

Wading River

Located in Wading River, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Calverton National Cemetery and Mather House Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Great Rock Golf Club and Tallgrass Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Splish Splash Water Park, or check out an event or a game at Riverhead Raceway. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.

WADING RIVER, NY

What's nearby

Wading River Landing - 7 min walk
Wildwood State Park - 8 min drive
Brookhaven National Laboratory - 15 min drive
Splish Splash Water Park - 15 min drive
Tanger Outlet Center - 23 min drive

Getting around

Yaphank Station - 18 min drive
Shirley, NY (WSH-Brookhaven Calabro) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
‪The Shoppes at East Wind - ‬7 min drive
‪Broadway Market - ‬10 min drive
‪Watermark of Wading River - ‬7 min drive
‪La Bistro - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Once Upon a Tide: True Beach House, beachfront! New Renovations pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Once Upon a Tide: True Beach House, beachfront! New Renovations?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Once Upon a Tide: True Beach House, beachfront! New Renovations?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Once Upon a Tide: True Beach House, beachfront! New Renovations located?

Nestled on the beach, this Wading River holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wading River Landing and Duck Pond Park. Police Officers Memorial Park and Defense Hill Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

13 May 2024

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

Excellent girlfriends wine weekend

8 friends for a wine tour- we loved this property! Right on the beach, large areas inside to gather or find alone space. Lots of beds and several bethrooms to accommodate all. Would love to return to stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Phillip H.

9 May 2024

Liked: Check-in

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Big disappointment

The location was as described and wonderful, all other descriptions were misleading. The place was dirty e.g. food on couch, used band aids on floors, dead bugs, spider webs, and more. I reported the food on the couch but nothing happened. A very large trash container ( bigger than 2 large household trash barrels) was full to the point that items fell out when opened and another trash barrel was half full when we got there. The place is not luxury e.g.worn rugs, broken switches, windows and doors would not shut, junk everywhere, I could go on. One tv was completely broken (shattered screen) and was replaced the day after reported. It was not safe for children. Although it has two high chairs this house is not child safe. Child dangerous chemicals were at several locations, lamp cables were so frayed at the plug that they had to be unplugged, and more. The garage, where much of the outside furniture was stored, and was therefore unlocked, had a large plugged in circular saw that could run with the pull of a trigger, there was an aluminum door with the top window missing but still shards of glass around the edge of the missing window, the shelves were jammed full of paints and chemicals, and more. The heating system was noisy at night and settings would change independently (a preprogrammed Nest Thermostat?). A very big disappointment.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

12 Sept 2023

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

The twins 89th birthday getaway

We had a lovely time celebrating a combined 178 years of living between my father in law and his twin sister. There was plenty of wonderful views for all of us to enjoy as we visited

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

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10/10 Excellent

3 Sept 2023

Fabulous time!

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10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

26 Aug 2023

Wonderful Family Vacation

8/10 Good

Katie G.

15 Aug 2023

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

Great location!

The house is directly on the beach as advertised with a beach playground within a five minute walk which was incredibly convenient and a hit for our little ones. The owners were super responsive when anything came up. There is a great restaurant nearby where we ate at and got takeout from as well as some other delicious food options close by. Being on the beach makes for the house itself to look and feel a little worn but that’s expected. The two bathrooms are on the smaller size but for our party of five it was fine. The location is what would bring me back. Thank you for a great stay!

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

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10/10 Excellent

David V.

9 Aug 2023

Family vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was perfectly placed at the beach-we all loved the open concept and views from the main living room. House was clean and comfortable for my family of 6 and to have guests as well. There is adequate dishes and utensils. There were a few hiccups; luckily there was a door left unlocked, because we could not figure out the lock box and how to get into the home. We did run out of propane for the grill a few days into the vacation, with no replacement tank. We tried communicating with luxury beach, but got no response. Maybe there should be a “service” number to get an immediate response...I’m not sure what we would have done had there been some sort of emergency. Overall a great experience!

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10/10 Excellent

Eun-Hee (Gina) C.

16 July 2023

A Memorable Beach Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location of this beach rental is unbeatable. Seeing the water from every window of the living room was a treat, and being able to walk just a few steps down to the beach was convenient, especially with little ones. The bedroom layout downstairs is a bit quirky but the spacious living area was a wonderful gathering place for our family. Debbie, one of the managers, was great to work with -- quick to respond and address any issues, friendly and kind, and really fun to get to know. Our family all agreed this was our best beach rental yet, and we look forward to returning again.

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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H., Long Island, NY

14 July 2023

Peaceful family getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful 5 night stay at Once Upon a Tide. We were a family of nine had plenty of space to sleep, ear, play games and hang out. We were lucky as the weather forecast was not good for our stay but we had sunny days and a little rain. We used the kayaks and paddle boards many times each day. We enjoyed the quiet beach and deck. The views from the house are beautiful. The sunsets were gorgeous and our last night there was a storm late at night with magnificent lightening over the water. We turned off alll the lights and watched it. The beds were comfortable and there was everything we needed to prepare meals in the kitchen. Spending time at this house makes me want a beach house of our own. We hope to return next year.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

2 July 2023

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

Quiet beach retreat

Our time spent at this beach retreat was wonderful. The house is comfortable and unique. We enjoyed being right on the sound and having such a lovely quiet beach. The hosts provided everything we could need, and it was a great place to stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B., Brooklyn, NY

1 June 2023

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

Lovely Beach House

The house is perfectly located on a quiet beach. The semi-circular home takes full advantage of the view. The main living area is very comfortable and spacious. The bedroom area downstairs is a bit quirky but nice. The home was clean and the management responsive.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Sue A.

7 May 2023

Great trip to Long Island, perfect vacation spot

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Has a great stay on Long Island. Wading River lovely and the house perfect.

10/10 Excellent

Usher M.

16 Apr 2023

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

A stunning beachfront house!

This house is beautifully designed, with breathtaking sound views. A rustic and elegant interior that perfectly complements the natural beauty of the area. The furniture and decor are both stylish and comfortable, and boy - that fireplace!! Being right on the beach, you can step outside and be on the sand in seconds. Can't ask for a better location. The house is also incredibly clean and well-maintained. The owners take great pride in their property, ensuring that everything is sparkling clean and comfortable for guests. The bathrooms are immaculate, and the beds are freshly made. A perfect place to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Elaine T., New York

25 Oct 2022

Superb he/location

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4/10 Poor

j B.

18 Oct 2022

Not What We Expected

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We booked a week at Once Upon A Tide in October. The house was not cleaned properly leaving some pet stains on the rugs which we pointed out to the property managers. The pictures and description online are not clear as to the position and access for bedrooms and bathrooms. The larger bedroom on the 1st level doesn’t have direct access to a bathroom. You have to pass through either one of the other 2 bedrooms to get to the 2 half bathrooms. The upper level of the house is dated but comfortable with great views from the living room and the outside deck. The landscaping is overgrown and could use some attention. Fortunately one member of our party could not make the trip but if he had the sleeping and bathroom arrangements would have been awkward at best. There was also an issue with the heat which was addressed and resolved on day2 of our stay.We cut our trip short due to those issues and some separate issues at home.Our thank you to Virginia and Debbie for their attention and responsiveness to the cleaning and heat issue.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Ric-The man speaks the truth! D.

25 Sept 2022

Had a great time, weather not so good not in your hands.

10/10 Excellent

Joshua M.

7 Sept 2022

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

Amazing beach

Perfect house for a beach vacation!

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Jeanne W.

25 Aug 2022

Your Own Private Beach

10/10 Excellent

Amanda A.

25 July 2022

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

Peaceful & Picturesque

We had a lovely, relaxing stay and truly enjoyed this beautiful home and property. There was plenty of space for our small group and we loved waking up to unobstructed views of the LI Sound. There are many cute shops and restaurants in the area, and we enjoyed a day trip to the nearby Baiting Hollow Farm & Vineyard. Thank you so much!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Elaine T., New York

12 July 2022

One of the best vacations ever!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house we rented was in pristine condition. The kitchen is fully stocked.Debbie and Ginnie are the best! They will answer any questions within minutes.

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10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

22 June 2022

stunning view

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10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

21 June 2022

stunning view

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10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

20 June 2022

stunning view

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

6 June 2022

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

Once upon a tide

It was a awesome setting for a family gathering/wedding. All the accommodations were perfect set against the perfect location. Host Virginia and Debbie checked in to make sure everything was up to our liking. I hope to maybe rent again at this location or one of their others

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Lee B.

1 May 2022

True Beach House Ain't No Lie

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Once Upon a Tide is most definitely a true beach house. High tide was literally 20 feet from the deck. We had booked a different property from Debbie and Virginia which doesn't have heat. That normally wouldn't have been a problem but the forecast for our stay was calling for 30 degree nights which was unusual for the time of year. The ladies contacted us and upgraded us to a beautiful 4 bedroom house for the same price. The view was amazing! They weren't kidding when they said that all you'd need was food and clothes. The kitchen was well stocked for all your cooking needs. The house was clean and the master bed was a new looking Tempurpedic......very comfortable. They even offered to extend our stay for a reduced rate but we declined because I had to return to work the following day. All said, our stay was a blast and you won't regret your stay at one of Virginia and Debbie's properties. Enjoy!