Beautiful cottage one block from the beach!
House in Toms River, NJ
5 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
About this house rental
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.
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.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Toms River, NJ
££££
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviews
The property received positive feedback regarding its perfect location, comfortable beds, well-stocked amenities, proximity to the beach and playground, and the responsiveness of the owner. Guests highly recommend this clean and cozy beach cottage.
10.0 / 10.0
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!
10.0 / 10.0
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!
2.0 / 10.0
Your cottage is perfect for us. Love the kitchen. We're looking forward to renting again next year. Thanks
10.0 / 10.0
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!
10.0 / 10.0
Super clean. Fully stocked.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect !
Loved the house. Loved the location!
We’ll stay here again.
10.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
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.
8.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
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!
10.0 / 10.0
Our stay was great!
Thank you for everything the house and owner were awesome!
10.0 / 10.0
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!
10.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
Relaxing long weekend
After season quick weekend . Very clean house . Quiet neighborhood . Owner very accessible .
10.0 / 10.0
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!
10.0 / 10.0
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!
10.0 / 10.0
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!
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful
This rental has everything you could possible want. I would rent this property again .
10.0 / 10.0
A Grrat Family Vacation
We had such a wonderful week staying st Theresa and Dans cottage by the sea. It was just adorable and perfect for our family of 4. The updated amenities and things they thought of - from puzzles and books inside the house to a trunk full of beach toys outside, was so convenient and made us feel like the house was really "ours" for the week. The location cannot be beat - a block and a half to the bay/playground and 2 1/2 short blocks to the beach. We walked to the seafood market, the bakery and our to dinner both nights we went out. The nights at home, we had dinner on the side deck and enjoyed watching people ride bikes, skateboard and walk past the house. We definitely plan to rent this property againa dn highly recommend!
10.0 / 10.0
Super cute beach house
Loved this beach house. Perfect size and location with everything we needed for our vacation. Definitely recommend.
10.0 / 10.0
Fun beach time!
Great location for both the ocean and Bay Area! Place was great !
10.0 / 10.0
Great location very clean and cute house !!!
Very cute house , very clean house great location!! Very nice landlord .
8.0 / 10.0
Great little cottage.
It was perfect for what we needed. A very well equipped kitchen. Would not hesitate to stay there again. Had not been to the Jersey Shore in years. Made it very enjoyable and was close to everything.
10.0 / 10.0
Cottage by the sea
It was perfect for our needs as we were visiting family in tri state region
Everything was clean me totally comfortable
One negative would be the TV awhile I understand movie channels cost a lot having more than local channels was not good at least the news channels or ESPN
10.0 / 10.0
Great cottage in Lavallette
This is our second time staying at Theresa's cottage in Lavallette. It is a great place - small but laid out well with all the amenities! The boys enjoy the bunk beds in the second bedroom and we love that there is a nice kitchen and a washer and dryer. The location is wonderful - close to the beach and within striking distance of all the different attractions the area has to offer. This place is definitely on our favorites list.
10.0 / 10.0
Every thing was perfect
The house was perfect, clean and fun to stay
10.0 / 10.0
Awesome stay!
This little home was adorable! Very clean & we were very comfortable! Coming back to Jersey I would stay again!!! Thank you for sharing your home!
10.0 / 10.0
Great place.
Our second stay. Just as great as the first stay. We highly recommend it!
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect beach cottage in a quiet location, but close to everything. Incredible kitchen!
This upgraded beach cottage has everything we needed- clean, well appointed, plenty of room, very close to the beach and only a few minutes north of the main strip. Brand new kitchen appliances plus a fabulous washer and dryer. Highly recommended!
10.0 / 10.0
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!
10.0 / 10.0
This home is bright and clean and close to beach. Having linens supplied is a real treat.
Nice street and neighbors are friendly. Would definitely stay again.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect Vacation Home & Hostess
This perfect little vacation home exudes charm that accentuates this upscale section of the Jersey Shore. The location is central to everything but is quiet and peaceful. This home is very clean and lovingly cared for. All amenities are included and everything is high quality. Theresa is very caring and accommodating.
10.0 / 10.0
Return visit
This is our 2nd time staying here--amazingly comfortable, clean, and cute place in a great location! We love Lavallette!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Toms River?
The average price for a rental in Toms River is £277 per night. This rental is £112 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Beautiful cottage one block from the beach!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Beautiful cottage one block from the beach! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Beautiful cottage one block from the beach!?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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