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Bayfront House in Manahawkin near LBI - we prefer Friday to Fri weekly rentals

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A waterfront property with a dock, a green umbrella, and a view of the marina.
A rocking chair with a cushioned seat and backrest, positioned near a window overlooking a dock.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, stove, and a dining table with chairs.
A cozy living room with a large window, a rocking chair, a grey sofa, and a small table with a lamp.
A waterfront house with a dock, a covered deck, and a small boat.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach, waves and sand

    Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.

  • Games at the ready

    One of the few properties with video games available for guests.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Manahawkin, NJ
  • Place, Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Long Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Sandbar Golf
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Atlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Sofa

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Bayfront House in Manahawkin near LBI - we prefer Friday to Fri weekly rentals

This house is on Mallard Island in Manahawkin, across the bay from Surf City on Long Beach Island.

Discover the secret of Mallard Island, bounded by a Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge it has peaceful and quiet surroundings, perfect for a vacation. It is a short 5 min. drive over the causeway to the sandy beaches and the action on LBI. There are spectacular views from just about all sides of this house.

The house is small but with lots of charm. Perfect for two couples looking for a getaway or a small family. There is a Queen size bed in the master bedroom, a double bed and kids bunks in the 2nd bedroom, and a pull out couch in the living room. One full size bathroom with walk-in shower.

Mallard Island is across the street from the popular restaurants Mud City Crab House and The Old Causeway.

Long Beach Island and the Ocean are minutes away. The area is great for Kayaking and possible to do it right from the house.

We rent Friday to Friday to allow travelers to avoid the Saturday shore traffic. The ability to get to the beach Saturday morning instead of sitting in traffic is a big bonus of this property.

The address of the house is:
5 Teal Bend, Manahawkin, NJ 08050

There is no smoking or pets at this property.
We do not provide linens however, kitchen towels and bathroom hand towels are provided.

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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

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Just make sure all appliances are off, refrigerator and freezer are closed, and windows are closed. Thanks

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 248986
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
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

Manahawkin

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Mud City, a neighborhood in Manahawkin. Long Beach Island Foundation and Surflight Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Tucker's Island Lighthouse and Tuckerton Seaport & Baymen's Museum. Ready for a night out? Consider Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences and the Lizzie Rose at 217. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and water skiing adventures can be found near the property.
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Manahawkin, NJ

What's nearby

  • Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Long Beach - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Flamingo Miniature Golf Course - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Sandbar Golf - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Brant Beach - 9 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Atlantic City Intl. Airport (ACY) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Old Causeway Steak & Oyster House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Anthonys Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fuji 72 - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bayfront House in Manahawkin near LBI - we prefer Friday to Fri weekly rentals pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bayfront House in Manahawkin near LBI - we prefer Friday to Fri weekly rentals?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bayfront House in Manahawkin near LBI - we prefer Friday to Fri weekly rentals?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bayfront House in Manahawkin near LBI - we prefer Friday to Fri weekly rentals located?

Located in Mud City, this vacation home is steps from Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Heritage Park Cultural Center and Flamingo Miniature Golf Course. Long Beach and Manahawkin Health Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

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
Mallard bay was clean, quiet and exactly as posted. It was a great location, close to Manahawkin and close to the causeway to Long Beach Island. Host was very responsive. Would definitely recommend and would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary celebration

Excellent stay, perfect weather, very relaxing time
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful and Charming

Annisia’s property is so charming and accommodating. Everything we needed was readily available. The home was so cozy and comfortable. We can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Manahawkin Bayfront House

Great little place right on the water close to numerous beaches and restaurants. It’s nice to wake up and sit outside by the water, have coffee and plan your day while swans swim by. Well-maintained and very clean. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 22, 2024
So glad you enjoyed it!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Oasis on the Bay

The house was amazing for a brief overnight with my family! As other reviews mention, it does have a cozy houseboat feel, which we absolutely loved. Tons of natural light throughout with a great back porch smack on the water. On top of it all, the host, Annisia, was fantastic. We will definitely be coming back in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 12, 2024
So happy that you enjoyed your stay. We welcome you and your family back in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

peaceful stay on the bay

This property was as described and very clean. The kitchen was fully stocked with cookwear, utensils and everything needed to cook and prepare food. The cozy living room has a great view looking out on the bay. I especially liked sitting out on the dock in the morning with my coffee. Very quiet and peaceful. The owner was very easy to contact and very helpful. I can't wait to return to this little gem on the bay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 11, 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay. Happy to have you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We didn’t want to leave!

From the moment we walked in, we knew this is a special property. The rooms are clean and well organized. It’s hard not to feel calm and relaxed with the spectacular views of the bay from the living room. Our family of 5 had plenty of room. The kitchen was well stocked. The dock is a dream. We had so much fun catching (and releasing) minnows and little shrimp in the bay. I definitely recommend kayaking in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 22, 2024
So glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful peaceful dock of the bay getaway

This was the perfect getaway. The house is so quaint and beautiful with lots of upgraded amenities with everything you could need. And the large window views of the bay are fabulous! The owners are so kind and got back to us promptly with any questions we had. You are close to everything. The beach is the easiest less than 10 min drive away. But our favorite place to be was right on their dock. It’s so peaceful with wonderful unobstructed views for miles. I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone looking for a wonderful place to vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, updated house.

It was a great house right on the Bay. Updated not to long ago I’m guessing it was very comfortable and beachy. Only thing would have been nice to know is it’s really only one room upstairs that they but a thin wall up and a pocket door. So not actually two dedicated “bedrooms” It worked for us because it was just my sister and I. The freezer wasn’t working but that apparently just happened with the last renters and they couldn’t get it fixed so we had no freezer for ice/ice packs for the beach. They offered to pay for a stryofoam cooler though. Overall it was good, would rent from them again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Loved our little "houseboat"

It felt like living on a cozy houseboat, being right on the water with windows facing all directions! The space is so cleverly designed, for a pretty small place it felt spacious and never crowded/cluttered. The beach decor is perfect and very soothing. We had everything we needed and enjoyed coffee and cocktails on the Adirondack chairs on the dock/deck each day. Lovely little neighborhood for a few loops of walking in the morning, super fast to LBI (except on Saturday afternoon!) and everything you need is conveniently located (grocery, Walmart, LBI attractions). Our host Annisia was extremely responsive and accommodating and we appreciated that very much. One suggestion: the layout of the 2 bedrooms wasn't entirely clear, so it would be helpful if the listing mentioned they are both upstairs, and the room with the bunk beds is "loft style" (at the top of the stairs, no door) and is adjoining the main bedroom with a pocket door. Overall, we really loved this place, it was a nice balance of enjoying the hustle & bustle of LBI as well as having a peaceful little retreat! Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 17, 2022
Thanks Amy, we enjoyed having you. I will try and explain the bedroom set up a little better in the listing. Thanks for the feedback.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was located close to the causeway and easy to access
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our time at this beautiful bay front home. I’d never been to the Jersey Shore and had to come to the area for a dance competition. I wanted a quiet place to call home for the week, somewhere calm not chaotic. This home was just what we needed. We enjoyed sitting on the deck with coffee in the morning and looking at the stars and Moon over the bay at night. Favorite part for the kiddos may have been saying hello to our favorite swan who came by each day. The host was incredibly responsive and check-in wasn’t only easy, but she messaged me letting me know the house was clean and ready for us early. Great memories were made
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tranquil heaven

We have nothing but good things to say. The host thought of everything and organized the home in such a way that you have all that you need. The area is quiet and private yet close to the beach and all attractions. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 22 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful location- great host

We had a great time! Our house had everything we needed. Miss the beach already!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Annisia Cialone

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I am an urban planner and the mother of 2 wonderful children who love visiting Mallard Island.

Why they chose this property

My husband and I grew up vacationing on LBI and couldn't wait to have a vacation home here of our own so bought this one back in 2004. It is a wonderful vacation area for families and all who love the beach. We may be new to VRBO in its current format but we are not new to renting. We rented for years, then damage due to Superstorm Sandy prevented us from renting for many years. But now are back and happy to share a little piece of paradise.

What makes this property unique

Our house is located on a wonderful, quiet, and peaceful island (Mallard Island). You will be able to enjoy a true get-a-way while visiting this home.

Languages:

English

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