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Big Charming Bay Head Beach House on East Ave -Ocean Views, Ping Pong, Big Yard!

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A wooden porch with a view of a street and residential buildings.
Game Room second floor south view.
A dining area with a long table set for six, surrounded by six chairs. There is a piano to the right and a large window with curtains.
A large, two-story house with a balcony on the second floor, a front porch, and a picket fence in the foreground.
A coastal road with a stop sign, a one-way sign, and a house with a balcony overlooking the beach.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Bay Head Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Bay Head, NJ
  • Place, Bay Head Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Anchor and Palette Art Gallery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Point Pleasant Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

2nd Floor East Bedroom

1 Double Bed

2nd Floor North Bedroom

3 Twin Beds

2nd Floor West bedroom

2 Twin Beds

3rd Floor East Bedroom

1 Twin Bed

3rd Floor North Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3rd Floor South Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

3rd Floor West Double Bedroom

1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the neighborhood

Bay Head

Located in Bay Head, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. Sea Girt Lighthouse and Ocean Grove Tent City are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Jenkinson's Boardwalk and 3rd Avenue. Traveling with kids? Consider Jenkinson's South Amusement Park and Jenkinson’s Aquarium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, water skiing, and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Bay Head, NJ

What's nearby

  • Bay Head Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Anchor and Palette Art Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Vintage Automobile Museum of New Jersey - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Point Pleasant Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Jenkinson's Boardwalk - 4 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Food Shack - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪At the Point Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ark Pub & Eatery - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Charming Bay Head Beach House on East Ave -Ocean Views, Ping Pong, Big Yard! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Big Charming Bay Head Beach House on East Ave -Ocean Views, Ping Pong, Big Yard!?

As of Oct 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Charming Bay Head Beach House on East Ave -Ocean Views, Ping Pong, Big Yard! on Oct 1, 2027 start from $1,441, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Big Charming Bay Head Beach House on East Ave -Ocean Views, Ping Pong, Big Yard!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Charming Bay Head Beach House on East Ave -Ocean Views, Ping Pong, Big Yard!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big Charming Bay Head Beach House on East Ave -Ocean Views, Ping Pong, Big Yard! located?

This family-friendly Bay Head vacation home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Bay Head Beach, Point Pleasant Beach, and Vintage Automobile Museum of New Jersey. Jenkinson's South Amusement Park and Jenkinson's Boardwalk are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 12 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big and spacious. Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bay head

Great location, house was very large and accommodating. Only negative was it could have been cleaned better
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 14, 2021
Hi Michael, I'm glad you enjoyed your stay, but sorry to hear the cleaning didn't meet your expectations. We take great pride in having the house very thoroughly cleaned and our guests are generally impressed by the cleanliness. Our regular cleaning person did have a family emergency prior to your stay and if anything was out of order I apologize and would love to hear what it was so that we can correct it in the future. The house should be impeccably clean on arrival!
Archival

2/10 Terrible

Amazing location, but that's about all

This home is in an ideal location--literally across the street from the beach. The porches surrounding the first and second floor offered nice, cooling ocean breezes day and night. The play set in the backyard was well-constructed and provided entertainment for the toddlers who were part of our group. Old family photos throughout the house illustrate the history of this large home. The homeowner takes a lot of personal pride in this home and devotes a lot of personal effort to its upkeep. However..., If you like antiques and a classic beach house with "character," you'll love this house. If you prefer newer beds to support your back, quiet floorboards, showers (instead of claw foot tubs), and other modern conveniences (such as central air conditioning), you should look somewhere else. When we first viewed the website in March 2012, it indicated that there was one King bed and four queen beds. Upon arrival, we realized that it's really three queen beds (no King) and two full-sized beds. Our 6'5" nephew was not pleased! Our teenagers were freaked out by the unfinished storage basement, and a man walking by on the street asked us if we liked staying in the haunted house, and then he laughed at us, shaking his head. Several floor fans were provided to take the sting out of a few 90+ degree days, but central air would have really helped. This house is priced appropriately for the location and the block on which it resides. However, it has not been updated in a very, very long time, which must be to the chagrin of the neighbors, whose homes have all been immaculately updated. We arrived to a broken dishwasher, broken refrigerator, and overflowing outdoor garbage containers. The homeowner was responsive to the problems with the refrigerator, and these things can break down, but we couldn't help but wonder that maybe, if the dated refrigerator had been adequately maintained, we wouldn't have had to adjust our vacation schedule on two different days to accommodate a property manager for inspection of the fridge and the delivery folks who brought a new one. It's clear that the owners put a great deal of effort into simply maintaining this very old home, but it's probably time to either do some renovating/updating or start over. We won't be going back, unless we decide to take advantage of an off-season rate to celebrate Halloween!
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 29, 2020
We are so sorry that this house did not fit the expectations of our single reviewer. Since we received that response, all kitchen appliances have been replaced. The house is a classic and we do our best to attract visitors who appreciate historic environments. The house has many upgrades including three new shower heads this year. We encourage interested tenants to come tour the house in advance of signing the contract and we wish all of our guests a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect spot

Our family truly enjoyed the property. It was the classic, relaxed beach getaway. The home has everything you could need and ample space for large families. We look forward to going back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location Location Location

We were new to Bay Head but have been renting on Jersey Shore for 15 years. The property location was amazing. Listening to the Ocean while the windows were open was such a treat. Walking to resturants and shops was also a bonus! We stayed with all 5 siblings and their kids. Everyone loved the house. It is older house with lots of charm and history but you won’t find too many modern amenities/features. We appreciated that part and the owner was very clear on that before we booked.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Incredible family beach house with lots of charm!

This is an incredible rambling beach house that you just don't find any more. Tons of charm, all of the amenities just across the street from the beach! We walked to the bakery, surf shop and cute shops that were just around the corner. We enjoyed the boardwalk just a few towns away. The house had tons of room to fit family and friends and was stocked with everything we could think of. Great big kitchen for group meals. Nice shady yard in the back for kids to play. Our hosts were amazing, checked in often and were so easy to work with. Will definitely be back!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

The Epitomy of Bay Head

We have owned and rented homes in Bay Head for nearly 20 years and after two weeks at this home we have found the crown jewel. This home is everything one could want or expect from a historic Old Bay Header beach home. Location is tremendous!! Our party consisted on 13 people and four families. Ages ranged from 8 to 88. Everyone had a blast. The porch is just divine!! Thank you again for one of the best Bay Head Vacations!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A WONDERFUL FAMILY GATHERING PLACE

I want to thank you so much for the use of your wonderful house. It was so much like our old Bay Head house it was eerie. My family and I raised three generations there and we consider it our home town. I loved hearing the sound of the surf all night, the old train whistle in the middle of the night and the fire whistle directing the volunteers to a fire. I loved the squeaks of the stairs as we tried in vain to sneak down in the morning without waking others. You are so well stocked with refrigerators, beach chairs, easy beach access, outdoor and indoor games, grills, crabbing equipment, a large yard for the kids to play, a wonderful swing/slide set and of course the delightful ping pong room! It was a glorious gathering and a proper memorial to our 93 old Matriarch who died in March. Thanks so much. PS Your note to looters is hilarious.
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 29, 2020
We would welcome your warm presence again! Thanks so much for appreciating every nook and cranny of the property!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Charming and relaxing blend of old and new.

This house and it's host is what you wish your vacation experience would be but seldom is. The owners take exceptional care of all that's old and have made quality upgrades where it counts. The appliances were all there and all working and the new central air worked like a charm on our one warm day. All other days were open windows, ocean breezes and sunny skies. The joy in this house is something you can just sense. It's big enough for the whole family, but super comfy with plenty of private spaces, nooks and crannies. And if you happen to love your morning shower, wow what great water pressure! Can't recommend this stay enough. Swimming at dawn and walking at sunset, this one really was a "memory maker".
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Bay Head summer home!

This is a great home for families-terrific kitchen, lots of gathering spaces, lovely front porch with tons of bedrooms. There is central air on first floor and units in many bedrooms. The house is a classic old home a stones throw from the beach and a few more steps to the bakery! We had a fabulous time!
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 29, 2020
We are so glad you have chosen our home again for your family's 2014 celebration! We are looking forward to another fantastic summer!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Vacation Spot

Wow! What a magnificent spacious home. You can feel the memories run through this historic house overlooking the beach. My husband and I spent some anniversary time here this May. Our bedroom overlooked the beach and the ocean. We literally opened our eyes in the morning to check out the surf. We had fun exploring all the rooms and the basement that used to serve as changing rooms. We found this to be the perfect compliment of modern amenities (internet, showers, great kitchen) with historic charm. In the evenings we played ping-pong in a wonderful second floor room while listening to the ocean waves. In the mornings we walked 100 feet to the beach to play in the surf, walk the beaches. We brought our bikes and used them to explore the surrounding area, the harbor and the nature reserve. Plenty of good eating right up Bridge Ave.. Had it rained more, we planned to go to the boat and car museum. On the way home we started making plans for a large family reunion. If you love the beach this is an awesome easy house for beaching it and having fun.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Original Bay Head Charm, the "Real Deal" Beach House

If your looking for an authentic Bay Head beach experience then this is your spot. Charm and character best describe the style of this home with details that have lasted over time. Choosing to visit Bay Head is for it's historical factor and this home echoes that. The vintage charm created the atmosphere we were looking for. I found the appliances in working order, the property neat and tidy and plenty of space for all of our family. The handle on the dishwasher was a problem, but the unit worked fine regardless. Arriving a day ahead than the rest, I spent the night, alone, a woman, in this home and the energy was wonderful. The neighbors were friendly and I enjoyed watching people run, bike and walk their dogs down East Avenue. This stay reminded us of our visit to Martha's Vinyard but on the Jersey Shore! We definitely intend to return and love the proximity to both the ocean and the quaint shops in town.
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 29, 2020
So glad you enjoyed your stay! The house is shaping up again for the summer season. We'll have fresh paint inside and out and a new lawn! We look forward to having you back!
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