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Huge House -- Walk to Beach! Giant Flea Market June 1 [#317154] | View Property

Ocean Grove
1.5 blocks from beach. 8 bedrooms, 4 baths, sleeps 14 comfortably
$700 - $800/nt US Dollars
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• Excellent stay at 27 Bath, Ocean Grove

  Excellent stay at 27 Bath, Ocean Grove

  • Guest Arnie
  • Date of stay 10/05/12
  • Review Submitted 10/09/12
  This is the second time our group has a gathering at 27 Bath. The listing was more than accurate regarding the property's location and amenities. The photographs are accurate, the property is clean and well maintained. The owner, Carol, was extremely gracious. She communicates fast and clearly. I highly recommend this property when staying in Ocean Grove, particularly to large groups. We had our own cook and it was great to not have to be scattered, but the Starving Artist Restaurant was a treat!

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

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• Thought of everything

  Thought of everything

  • Guest Bisonette
  • Date of stay 09/28/12
  • Review Submitted 10/02/12
  We loved our stay in Ocean Grove at this house. It is conveniently located to everything (beach, town, auditorium, etc..). It is well stocked (kitchen supplies, room supplies, beach supplies, electronics, etc...).The house has been updated nicely (kitchen, baths), is clean, and maintains its wonderful charm (different color bedrooms hidden away with different lay-outs etc..). We liked the clean sheets on the bed so that we could make them when we arrived and then strip them and leave them out for the service when we left. The landlord was very pleasant and easy to work with.

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

  Owner response: Lisa, I'm glad your group had a fun time. I hope to meet you myself next time!

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• Family Reunion

  Family Reunion

  • Guest Irene
  • Date of stay 09/21/12
  • Review Submitted 09/29/12
  This is the perfect house for a family reunion. It is spacious enougb on the main floor to accomodate a large family gathering. We had 32 people (adults and children) for the day. Dinner didn't seem crowded and conversation felt normal for such a large group. The eight bedrooms easily held the fifteen adults and three children who stayed for the weekend. Having the single bedroom on the first floor worked great for someone who has trouble climbing the stairs. When everyone left but four of us for the remainder of the week it still worked well. This is our second year and looking forward to a third year of renting this clean and well maintained house. Lots of towels and beach supplies along with staples. Lookkng forward to next year!

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car.

  Owner response: Thanks for the kind words, Irene, and I appreciate your repeat business. It was a pleasure to meet you this year.

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• All it's cracked up to be

  All it's cracked up to be

  • Guest Mary M
  • Date of stay 08/17/12
  • Review Submitted 09/10/12
  Pictures are often deceiving but in this case, the real thing was just as advertised, if not better. There were 11 of us, some couples, some singles, and all of us in real need of a vacation. Carol the owner was there when we arrived, still putting fresh sheets on the beds and making sure all our questions were answered. Our group is very much into cooking so we ate dinner in most nights and the well stocked kitchen made this a pleasure. The whole week was a pleasure! Close enough to walk to Asbury Park, the beach and town. Lovely place, lovely owner. Would absolutely recommend.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car.

  Owner response: Mary, your group was a pleasure to host. I'm happy you all got the R&R you deserve, and hope to see you again.

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• Great for extended family

  Great for extended family

  • Guest PJ
  • Date of stay 06/08/12
  • Review Submitted 06/19/12
  My extended family recently spent a week in this house and couldn't have been more pleased. There was plenty of room for everyone, even on the rainy days. The owner really has thought of everything, from beach toys to laundry soap! I would recommend this home to anyone looking for a low-stress family vacation.

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

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• The Perfect Spot

  The Perfect Spot

  • Guest Brenda A.
  • Date of stay 05/18/12
  • Review Submitted 05/26/12
  We rented this house for the weekend to serve as the home base for our group during the Bamboozle Concert. There was plenty of room for all 8 teenagers and some parent chaperones. The house is perfectly located 1.5 blocks to the beach, within a few short blocks of the quiet town of Ocean Grove yet within walking distance to Asbury Park. The house is well equipped. Everything we could have wanted was there at the house...towels, linens, beach chairs, even boogie boards. The girls loved having their own apartment. Thank you Carol for offering up your charming home. We hope to come back next year.

  Owner response: None of us "townies" knew what to expect from Bamboozle -- but it sure was a great event and I hope Asbury Park hosts it again. I'm so glad the house worked out well for you all as a home base for the concerts -- an easy stroll up the boardwalk each day instead of fighting the traffic. I hope to see you all again!

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• Look no further for a Jersey Shore rental!

  Look no further for a Jersey Shore rental!

  • Guest PA and MN folks
  • Date of stay 06/20/11
  • Review Submitted 06/28/11
  Wow, what a great property! 13 of us ranging in age from 9-77 called this our home for 4 days and none of us wanted to leave! The house is huge, extremely clean/tidy, updated, comfortable with everything you need. Carol is, hands down, the best "landlord" ever. Aside from her pleasant personality, she supplies all the linens, bath towels, beach towels, hand soap, bath soap (in each of the 4 bathrooms), toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags, games, tv (though we rarely had it on) etc. There are AC's with remotes in all the rooms, though there are nice breezes in the bedrooms and ceiling fans as well. When you head to the beach (out the door, take a left and walk a short block and a half) all you need is sunscreen-she provides the 10 beach badges, beach chairs, umbrellas, toys, boogie boards, etc. Without a doubt, if you're looking for a fabulous experience at the shore, in a family friendly environment, then this house is for you!

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

  Owner response: You folks were wonderful -- I keep thinking I can't possibly have a nicer group than the last one, and then people like you come along. I'm glad you had a great time and hope to see you back again.

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• Beach House Rental for Jersey Shore Wedding

  Beach House Rental for Jersey Shore Wedding

  • Guest Cindy
  • Date of stay 06/15/11
  • Review Submitted 06/21/11
  My family rented this Ocean Grove home for a long weekend in June. There were 9 of us - all adults - and the house was great because it provided ample space for everyone. The sleeping accommodations on each floor and numerous bathrooms allowed each family unit a bit of privacy, which was much appreciated. The house and the shops in Ocean Grove were really quaint. The photos posted by the property owner very accurately convey the house, which was spotless and fully outfitted in the kitchen, bathrooms, etc., There was an A/C unit in each bedroom and free wi-fi. What was most helpful was a property manual the homeowner had prepared...it explained all the key features of the house, checkout/laundry procedures, and provided recommendations on area sights, shopping and restaurants. There were even beach passes so we didn't have to purchase those separately. The beach, which was just 1.5 blocks from the house, was great too although we were a little surprised to discover that it doesn't open until 12:30pm on Sundays. The boardwalk extends along the beach both to the south and north so there's plenty of opportunity to walk the boardwalk. While a little quiet in Ocean Grove, the boardwalk offered more activity within easy walking distanced headed north into Asbury Park. There were restaurants, shops, kids activities, etc. We felt very safe and comfortable in this house and would certainly recommend it for a bigger group. It's a great old house in an extremely convenient area.

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

  Owner response: Glad you all had a good time! A wedding on the beach is always a little risky, but it worked out perfectly for your family.

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• A Perfect Home for Our Family Reunion at the Beach

  A Perfect Home for Our Family Reunion at the Beach

  • Guest NLKG57
  • Date of stay 05/27/11
  • Review Submitted 06/05/11
  Our family of 9 flew and drove in from New York, Connecticut and Idaho to celebrate our aunt's 100th birthday. Carol's home was ideal - from the first floor bedroom, bath and front porch (so our aunt didn't have to walk upstairs), the spacious living and dining room area, many bedrooms and bed configurations, well-stocked kitchen (including the lobster "crackers" and forks!) to the beach toys, umbrella, cards and games for my 8 and 11 year old nieces. Ocean Grove is an ideal location - the beach is beautiful with big waves, very family oriented, and Asbury Park is within easy walking distance for night life, arcade games, outdoor dining on the boardwalk and shops. We definitely plan to return again !

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

  Owner response: Thanks for the kind words, I'm happy you all had a great time and look forward to seeing you again!

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• We Loved This Home!

  We Loved This Home!

  • Guest Austin
  • Date of stay 04/16/11
  • Review Submitted 05/16/11
  The home is spacious, well-stocked with all sorts of supplies, and extremely convenient to beach/boardwalk areas and Ocean Grove's lovely village. Our family shared numerous meals and much quality time during our week there. From its grand living room and ample dining area to comfortable bedrooms to practical kitchen/laundry area, this home is ideal for gatherings of friends and family members. Carol and Buster are extremely accommodating and helpful. If you are looking for a comfortable place to spend time --- rain or shine --- this property should be high on your list! We loved our time there very much :)

  Recommended for: People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

  Owner response: Austin, you and your family are just a wonderful group -- you could write a book on how to have a good time with people you love. I'm so glad you all had a great time, and hope to see you back here for your dad's 85th birthday!

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• OK place

  OK place

  • Guest Mike the Agent
  • Date of stay 12/10/10
  • Review Submitted 01/11/11
  The rooms were a little cold, but then again, the house is old and the front door does not close real good! Seriously, put some effort into making the front door a little snugger instead of putting up bifold doors. The entrance to the house is the key to feeling welcomed. It was 25 degrees out with a wind chill of 2. All in all I liked this house. I like old homes with surprises, like a second floor kitchen, which we needed to use! And it held an unruly mob of 12 adults comfortably. Some complained about the hard beds, but I did not, being of Spartan descent. I loved the bahrooms and first floor kitchen and the way the kitchen was equipt! GOD BLESS YOU, SHARP KNIVES !!! And plenty of pots that were usable and best of all Big Wine Glasses. (It was as if you knew we were coming). I thought the living room with the fireplace was the best. Thank you, we had a wonderful time...I hear that your house might become the Jersey Shore, Methodist Style next year!

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

  Owner response: Thank you for the suggestion about the front door -- it is a little out of true due to the vintage of the house, and I'll have a contractor take a look at it. Glad you enjoyed your stay and the fireplace especially!

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• Thank You

  Thank You

  • Guest 0
  • Date of stay 12/08/10
  • Review Submitted 01/10/11
  * The listing description was accurate regarding the location, layout, amenities, etc. * The property was very clean, updated appliances, and was it well-maintained, etc. The heating units in each room was very comfortable for the various age and desires of the 'residents'. * The owner has Excellent Taste and did provide good customer service. * I would recommend this property to a friend or relative. * Lots of activities, attractions and restaurants though is was off season. We were able to walk to Main Ave. and eat, buy bakery goods, shop and just walk around. Great location.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers.

  Owner response: Thank you! Hope to see you again.

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• Such a wonderful place...

  Such a wonderful place...

  • Guest Rebecca
  • Date of stay 12/08/10
  • Review Submitted 01/10/11
  Staying at this house was a dream come true for the little girl in me who always wondered what it'd be like to live in a house with two staircases and three bathrooms. Besides the actual size of the house - which worked well for our large party - we loved staying there even on a super cold week in December. We were able to have a big holiday dinner, walk on the beach, play games around the fire in the fireplace. We walked into town for a delicious breakfast and also bought cupcakes (mm!). Everything in the house was clean and ready for us when we arrived. The owner was exceptionally kind to us. She even found a roasting pan for our turkey before we arrived. She was so thoughtful. If I'd suggest one area of improvement, we did find the beds to be a little harder than we're used to, so I'd keep that in mind and bring an eggcrate foam mattress if you can. Or if you like a firmer bed, the beds will be perfect for you. Otherwise, we had a wonderful time. Loved it.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, tourists without a car.

  Owner response: Thanks for taking the time to write up your comments, and I'm glad your group had a great time. I myself do like a firm bed -- I hate staying in places with saggy mattresses!!! --- but I'll see about adding in some pillowtoppers for guests who want a little pampering.

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• Great place for larger groups

  Great place for larger groups

  • Guest Kathy C
  • Date of stay 10/08/10
  • Review Submitted 12/28/10
  We were pleasantly surprised that the pictures displayed were a accurate representation of the house. There were 12 adults and with the apartment, we had plenty of room. The kitchen was a little small but was well stocked and nicely laid out. We loved the front porch and enjoyed walking to the beach. We were able to walk to town for shopping and eating out. The downstairs bedroom is small but it worked out well as we had one person who could not make it up the stairs. Carol was great to work with and returned out deposit promptly. Loved that the linens were provided and that we could use the laundry service. Will recommend the house to our friends.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

  Owner response: I love hosting wedding parties like yours, and I'm so glad it all worked out.

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• You needn't look any further!

  You needn't look any further!

  • Guest skylimit7
  • Date of stay 09/22/10
  • Review Submitted 10/02/10
  A wonderful home with a welcoming feel. Loads of space, very well equipped kitchen . Neither fancy, nor fussy but extremely comfortable and charming. An easy stroll to the beach-- within view from upper porch!--and the lovely little town. This is one of three houses we rented for a wedding/reunion and the ONLY one we'll return to.!

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car.

  Owner response: I love having wedding parties in the house -- so much happiness! Thanks for the nice comments.

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• Charming

  Charming

  • Guest Maureen, Dennis, Kevin and Gala
  • Date of stay 09/09/10
  • Review Submitted 09/21/10
  We enjoyed every minute of our stay in this lovely home. Everything was provided for..alls we needed to bring were our clothes and food. This property far exceeded my expectations of a rental home.

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

  Owner response: I'm glad you enjoyed yourselves!! And thanks for leaving everything in great shape.

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• Beautiful House, Beautiful Beach - Super Week!

  Beautiful House, Beautiful Beach - Super Week!

  • Guest weloveOG!
  • Date of stay 08/28/10
  • Review Submitted 09/07/10
  We rented this house ( the whole house including the apartment) for a family week away at the beach and it was super. The house has 8 bedrooms and sleeps 14. It comes equipped with everything you need including linens, bath towels, beach towels ( all in very good condition) and beach equipment (chairs, umbrellas, badges, toys). The beach is less than two blocks away. There is Asbury park and the main ave of ocean grove also just blocks away and easy to walk too. The house is equipped with games, wifi, TV with built in DVD player. Every room has its own air conditioning unit and the units work extremely well (quiet and cool rooms in a hurry). The dining room is perfect for large gatherings (we sat 17 people one night for dinner!) Also, the landlord is extremely accessible, responsive and kind. She went out of her way to be helpful and make our stay enjoyable. All in all this house is wonderful. It is perfect for a large family gathering or if a few families want to go away together.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car.

  Owner response: Thank you for the kind words. I was a little worried about your vacation when your week had a double whammy -- first a county-wide power outage and then Hurricane Earl threatened a few days later -- but you all were troupers and had fun anyway. I especially enjoyed meeting your dad & mom - what nice people. Hope to see you all again next year!

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• a great week

  a great week

  • Guest Mary
  • Date of stay 08/07/10
  • Review Submitted 08/31/10
  Our family of 12 had a great week at this spacious home using both the main unit and the apartment. Quiet room air-conditioners let each group choose their own comfort level. For my husband and myself, it was windows and door to the second floor porch wide open to enjoy the wonderful ocean breezes. It's an easy walk to the beach and boardwalk and Day's for wonderful ice cream. The Wednesday evening organ recital at the auditorium was a highlight for me while others enjoyed the fireworks on the beach. Carol was a great landlady--very accessible and accommodating.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with young children.

  Owner response: Thank you, Mary, and it was a real pleasure to host you and your wonderful family.

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• great place for families w/ kids

  great place for families w/ kids

  • Guest tori c.
  • Date of stay 07/02/10
  • Review Submitted 07/25/10
  This is a great house to stay in with multiple families with kids (family reunions, friends, etc.). Lots of bedrooms and tons of amenities. Excellent proximity to the beach, lots of beach gear provided (beach tags, towels, chairs, umbrellas, sand toys, boogie boards, etc.). Owner very hospitable and accommodating.

  Recommended for: Families with young children

  Owner response: Thanks, Tori, your college alumni friends were such a fun group! I hope you all continue to stay in touch with each other as the years go on -- come back and celebrate your 25th reunion with us!

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• Want to go back to this house!

  Want to go back to this house!

  • Guest Evghenia
  • Date of stay 06/04/10
  • Review Submitted 04/19/11
  What a beautiful house with plenty of rooms and space for lots of people! We had a pleasure of renting it two years in a row: first - to accomodate out-of-town guests during our wedding weekend, and the next year - for our anniversary celebration with friends and family. The house has a beautiful master bedroom with a balcony and separate bathroom, 2 rooms with queen beds, 2 rooms with two single beds, and 2 small rooms with a single bed, so it was easy for us to accomodate both families with kids and single friends. The main kitchen is a state of the art (even though it's not a very big one) and it has everything necessary: utensils, kitchenware, even some spices! The outside grill has a big help as well! The kitchen on the second floor is not updated, but it did the job, and we could cook everything for our 20-guests dinner (for which we set-up a big table in a main living room). Second living room with a TV (on a second floor) helped us keep the kids entertained. Overall - we had a great experience and want to come back in this house year after year!

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

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• Great House in Great Location

  Great House in Great Location

  • Guest MMaloyNYC
  • Date of stay 11/24/09
  • Review Submitted 12/01/09
  Our family spent Thanksgiving and we had a great time. The house is comfortable and well equipped with room for everyone. Very close to downtown Ocean Grove & the great restaurants in Asbury Park. Fantastic walks on the beach and beautiful surroundings. The perfect family vacation.

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

  Owner response: I'm glad you all enjoyed yourselves!

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• Comfy and felt like home

  Comfy and felt like home

  • Guest ANR
  • Date of stay 10/16/09
  • Review Submitted 11/04/09
  This house was large enough to and comfortable enough to accommodate our Fall church retreat. The owner was so easy to reach and she was a pleasure to meet. The home was nicely decorated and organized. We were able to find everything we needed and it was helpful to have 2 working kitchens for our large group. Overall, it was a great experience and I'm glad it worked out so well for us.

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car.

  Owner response: I enjoyed meeting your group -- and I'm glad you all had a great time.

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• Peaceful Home

  Peaceful Home

  • Guest Dlyon
  • Date of stay 10/08/09
  • Review Submitted 10/14/09
  This house was the perfect setting for our meditation retreat. It was spotlessly clean, and decorated with such love and attention to detail. There was not one thing left out. The new kitchen was a joy to cook in and each room had it's own special charm. The warm sun on the porch was perfect for quite, reflective time. And sitting by the fire on the cool October evenings was so cozy and tranquil. Our time here was so blissful.

  Recommended for: People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

  Owner response: It was a pleasure to host your group -- I especially enjoyed meeting some of you a few weeks ago! I'm so glad everything worked well for your retreat.

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• Relaxing home and location

  Relaxing home and location

  • Guest Venezia
  • Date of stay 05/23/09
  • Review Submitted 06/01/09
  Staying at this lovely home with another family recently, we felt transported back in time due to the graciousness of the home, the preservation of historic details, the all-around comfort, the old-fashioned porch with ample seating and the superb location of the house itself in Ocean Grove. The modern, super-organized, clean kitchen is a pleasure to cook in, the beds with ample linens and blankets are comfortable and the rental is very well-supplied with everything one could want for the beach: chairs, toys, tags, towels. It was a true pleasure to be there. Can't wait to get back!

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

  Owner response: Thank you for the lovely comments. I'm glad you enjoyed yourselves and hope we'll see you again!

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• fantastic location

  fantastic location

  • Guest EFD
  • Date of stay 09/04/08
  • Review Submitted 09/12/08
  We were lucky enough to get this house for a retreat with my office, and it was perfect--spacious enough for families to come and go while we met in the living room (plenty of room for a group of about 16 to gather comfortably, with space for break out groups, etc.). The house is beautifully renovated, bedrooms are spacious and inviting, the location is serene and quiet while being very close to the action around the Great Auditorium, and (best part) steps from the beach! The attached apartment was a nice boon, since you can either integrate the apartment into the main house or shut the door and seal it off--we integrated it. It also has a first floor bedroom, in case anyone has trouble with stairs. The owners take great care of their house and their guests! If we have the chance, we will definitely return!

  Recommended for: People with disabilities, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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