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Steps from the pristine Gardens beach. A rare find. Welcome to The Seagate.

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A wooden deck overlooking a beach with a view of the ocean.
A residential area with two houses, one with a brown siding and another with a beige siding and a blue roof.
A modern interior with a glass-top desk, a vase with dried flowers, a jar of seashells, and a small statue.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a glass-top table.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a granite countertop, and a dining area with a glass display case, a wine glass, and a cheese board.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Ocean City Beach
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Ocean City, NJ
  • Place, Ocean City Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean City Boardwalk
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Malibu Beach Longport Dog Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Atlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Steps from the pristine Gardens beach. A rare find. Welcome to The Seagate.

Escape the ordinary in this super-clean, beautifully decorated, single family home on a quiet street in the Gardens. Feel the breeze as you enjoy the calming sound of surf and the ocean views from the upper deck. After sunrise yoga on the beach, walk along the ocean with your morning Nespresso. This home has everything you need. Just bring your bathing suit!

Enjoy 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and 2200 sq. ft. of open concept living with plenty of space to spread out. Dine inside or out, serve meals with ease in our large chef’s kitchen with Gaggenau appliances. Or for the outdoor chef, the 6-burner stainless steel grill awaits. There is plenty of room for lounging, al fresco dining or just a little quiet time.

The setup is convenient with kitchen, living room, three bedrooms and laundry on first floor, providing easy access for guests who have difficulty navigating steps. The upper level boasts a large bedroom with master bath, entertainment area with vaulted ceiling, wet bar and large deck with ocean views.

Traveling with children? Plenty of sleeping and hang out space on first floor. Have little ones that need to sleep in the same room as their parents? Two bedrooms are ready with rollaway beds.
Short on car space? Just bring your overnight bag. Yoga mats, boogie boards, bikes, beach gear and beach tags are ready for your vacationing pleasure. Plenty of family games to enjoy on cool summer nights.
Do you have a fur baby? No need to leave your pup behind. Dogs are welcome.
Return from the beach to find a refreshing, private outdoor shower. Hardwood floors throughout make cleanliness a breeze and linens are provided.

Whether from an hour away or half a world away, The Seagate is a special retreat. A short ride from New York, Philadelphia or DC, and you’ll experience a reprieve from the fast pace of everyday life. Visitors from abroad who want to experience it all can make The Seagate home base in the quaint seaside town of Ocean City established two centuries ago.

This is what our first guests in December 2020 had to say: "We LOVED your place!! We have rented places in Ocean City for 12 plus yrs but your place was hands down the best, a 5 star hotel with all the amenities. The house was clean, fresh, nicely decorated and well stocked. Good location too. We will definitely be back."

Since 2002, we’ve called the The Gardens of Ocean City our second home, where we savor the peacefulness of the shore as a retreat from our busy lives. We are thrilled to share the experience with others at The Seagate. Enjoy the tranquility of the sea, children playing in the sand, the topnotch restaurants of Margate, the fun of the boardwalk and best of all, making special memories with family and friends. We hope you enjoy your time in Ocean City as much as we do! Follow us on Instagram @theseagatehouse.

Sleeps 10
Bedroom layout
• Bedroom 1 – 2nd floor 1 King bed with ensuite bath
• Bedroom 2 – 1st floor – Queen bed with ensuite bath
• Bedroom 3 – 1st floor – Queen bed
• Bedroom 4 – 1st floor - 2 Twin beds
• 2 Twin roll away beds
Queen Sleeper Sofa in Living Room

Additional Full Bath - 1st floor hallway
Additional Half bath – 2nd floor hallway
Nespresso machine, Keurig machine, 10 cup coffee maker, tea kettle
High speed wireless internet, cable television
Central air conditioning
6-burner gas grill and small charcoal grill
3 hair dryers
Off street parking for four cars
Two car garage
Beach chairs, tags, towels, and toys
No smoking property

Other important information

By booking, you are agreeing to the terms and conditions of the short-term rental agreement provided to you. Please be sure to read the agreement as it provides important information about your obligations.

Ocean City, NJ is a "dry town" and as such, no alcohol is sold on the island and consumption of alcohol is not permitted in public places on the island.

The home is not suitable for noisy parties as the neighborhood is quiet with very few rental properties.

Once you arrive, there is a Welcome Document that provides additional helpful information about the home.

Please note: We only rent through VRBO. Anything else is a scam.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
3 baby gates provided
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Up to 2 dogs are welcome with one-time fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2115631
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Ocean City

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Gardens, a neighborhood in Ocean City. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Boardwalk Hall, while those who have shopping on the agenda may want to visit Atlantic City Boardwalk and Ocean City Boardwalk. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Carey Stadium or Surf Stadium.
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Ocean City, NJ

What's nearby

  • Ocean City Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ocean City Mansion - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Ocean City Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Carey Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Malibu Beach Longport Dog Beach - 5 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Absecon Station - 25 min drive
  • Atlantic City Intl. Airport (ACY) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Holiday Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Doozie’s - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Browns Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dockside Kitchen - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps from the pristine Gardens beach. A rare find. Welcome to The Seagate. pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Steps from the pristine Gardens beach. A rare find. Welcome to The Seagate.?

As of Sep 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps from the pristine Gardens beach. A rare find. Welcome to The Seagate. on Nov 3, 2026 start from $514, 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 Steps from the pristine Gardens beach. A rare find. Welcome to The Seagate.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps from the pristine Gardens beach. A rare find. Welcome to The Seagate.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Steps from the pristine Gardens beach. A rare find. Welcome to The Seagate. located?

Located in Gardens, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ocean City Beach and Malibu Beach Longport Dog Beach. Ocean City Mansion and Ocean City Boardwalk are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 131 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 131 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 131 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 131 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 131 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful vacation. Prime location. Would definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect. This is our favorite property in Ocean City. We’ve been staying at the Seagate for five years. Chris is a great host. Can’t wait for next summer!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another fantastic time at Seagate. The weather was perfect this trip, we enjoyed several days on the beach and in town. This house is better equipped than any we’ve stayed in (and we’ve stayed in several) and it’s just so comfortable. It feels like home away from home. We just love it and Chris is a fabulous host. Thanks for another wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ve rented many homes in the past and no other house was cleaner or more well equipped. This house had everything and made packing so much easier. Our family loved the bikes! Thank you and we look forward to returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 1st full week staying at the Seagate. What a wonderful time was had by all!The home offers lovely accomodations and every amenity needed for the perfect stay. The kitchen was big with plenty of seating. We made daily use of the lovely gas stove, coffee machine, oven, convection oven, and microwave. There were many more appliances there that we didn't even need. The bedrooms were large and the beds were extremely comfortable. There were plenty of bathrooms for our vacation which included two families. There are three bathrooms, one half bathroom, plus the shower outside. The master bedroom upstairs and living room with a kitchenette made it possible for the people upstairs to move around without bothering or waking anybody up downstairs. There's a lovely balcony off of the master bedroom and living room upstairs that we made daily use of. The balcony has table, chairs, chaise lounges, an umbrella, and a cart to serve food on. There is also a spiral staircase going off the balcony if you do not want to go through the house to get outside to the beach. The garage is large and houses an extra refrigerator, plus it is filled with bicycles, beach toys, beach chairs, boogie boards, and a gas grill. The house being so close to the beach, boardwalk and shops in town, made it a perfect all around vacation! The neighborhood is quiet and lovely.We've already booked our stay for next year!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home well appointed and a wonderful location In the north end beach block. We enjoyed a wonderful October visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful as usual!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very clean. Host was very accommodating. View of the beach was great. Our dog enjoyed her stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very quick to answer any questions we had. The house was very clean and had an amazingly stocked kitchen with plates, utensils, cookware, stemware, etc. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property in a great location

We visited off-season and had a great time. The home is in a great location & it's a really nice spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Seagate house on Seacrest in Ocean City is a gem! We have stayed there 4 siblings and their significant others) multiple times and it never disappoints. The rooms are nicely appointed, the beds are all comfortable, and the kitchen has everything you might want including great cookware and even a crockpot. The 10 beach tags were great. A beach is literally steps from the door. If you like birds, piping plovers nest nearby. Two of us did some work there and the internet worked flawlessly. There were some burned out lights when we arrived on June 7, 2026 but the owner sent a handyman right away who obtained the specialty bulbs needed. We used the bikes (and the grill) that were in the garage. My only quibble is that the bike locks, which in past years we have stayed here worked perfectly, no longer opened with the code supplied - so I hope they fix this before the next family visits. Highly recommended for families!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Seagate does not disappoint! Everything about the property is first rate. And the fact that it's pet friendly is icing on the cake. We look forward to staying at the Seagate each year. It's a gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A perfect stay

This was a perfect home for our New Year’s family trip. It is a gorgeous home in a great section of Ocean City.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Great neighborhood to walk around in. Clean house, good communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

We had a great week at the beach. Cleanest property we have ever stayed at. Communication with the owner was excellent. Being up at the end of Ocean City, lots of space on the beach and just a short drive to lots of activities and restaurants. Hope to stay again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic

Beautiful home and a great time staying in OC!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice home

Our family enjoyed the home and area.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sweet stay

Just enjoyed sharing time in Ocean City with family.
Stayed 42 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

Really enjoyed our stay in this beautiful clean and well appointed house. Thank you Chris!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 1, 2021
Thanks, Monimala. We appreciate you taking the time to provide a review. We endeavor to keep The Seagate super clean and stocked with everything our guests need for a relaxing stay at the shore. We hope to see you again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Seaside retreat

Great house/furnishings.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Long weekend spring break trip

The property is perfect and beautiful for all! I love that the beach access was just feet away from this spectacular home!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Turkey Day

Great location and house. Perfect to spend the holidays. Host was great and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring getaway!

We enjoyed the week at seagate - perfect relaxing days - weather was great! The house fit our family needs perfectly! The dogs enjoyed too!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas in OC

Good space, close proximity to the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

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