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Charming 2-bedroom house in quaint Highlands with AC, WiFi

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A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by a garden with pink flowers and a tree.
A beachside dining area with tables and umbrellas, overlooking a marina with boats.
A waterfront restaurant with outdoor seating, a dock, and boats.
A dining table with a variety of vegetables and fruits, a potted plant with red flowers, and a framed picture on the wall.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, TV, bookshelf, and various potted plants.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to The Sandbox at Seastreak Beach

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Highlands, NJ
  • Place, Twin Lights State Historic Site
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, The Sandbox at Seastreak Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, One Willow
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Highlands

Highlands is home to this vacation home. Strauss Mansion Museum and First Avenue Playhouse Dessert Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Twin Lights State Historic Site and Sandy Hook Lighthouse. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Monmouth Park, or consider a night out at The Sandbox at Seastreak Beach.
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Highlands, NJ

What's nearby

  • Twin Lights State Historic Site - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • The Sandbox at Seastreak Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Hartshorne Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • One Willow - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Monmouth County Beach - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Woodbridge Station - 33 min drive
  • Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eastpointe Club Room - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bahrs Landing - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Sandbox @ Seastreak Beach - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Proving Ground Waterfront Dining - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Off The Hook Restaurant and Bar - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 2-bedroom house in quaint Highlands with AC, WiFi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Charming 2-bedroom house in quaint Highlands with AC, WiFi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 2-bedroom house in quaint Highlands with AC, WiFi?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming 2-bedroom house in quaint Highlands with AC, WiFi located?

Situated in Highlands, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Twin Lights State Historic Site, The Sandbox at Seastreak Beach, and One Willow. Hartshorne Park and Mount Mitchell Scenic Overlook are also within 1 mi (2 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 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little house. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 21, 2026
Appreciate your treating the house well.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Scott’s place was great. So convenient for local restaurants and beach access! Scott was a great communicator.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great place in a very charming area! We were there for a weekend fishing trip and the property was perfect for our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place, good value for sure! Location was very good, walking distance to and near smaller Bay beaches, close to the restaurants, the bagels, the bridge to Sandy Hook and convenience stores, etc. Great for one to two people. Tucked in a little alleyway with beautiful flowers and an outdoor seating area. Public parking lot is just half a block away if you can’t get a spot on the street. If you’re looking for relaxation and peace and quiet in the evening, this is your spot! Very good communication with the host. Check in and check out were a breeze. Had a lovely time and was lucky. The weather was perfect for the week!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming eclectic home nestled behind other homes one just off Little Haven Beach (walking) and 5 minute drive from Sandy Hook beaches. We originally missed there is a kitchenette so if you cook a lot it may be a little less than perfect but if you eat out you can easily walk to many restaurants. Don't miss the short walk to Gem Bagels!!! Well stocked kitchen. Nice shower with good water pressure. Beautiful shady garden oasis. Kind neighbors in a quiet neighborhood. Parking down the street in a public lot. Very responsive host. We very much enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute house. Clean and well taken care of. Easy walk to a bunch of places to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house was nice and clean. Not the biggest fan of all the plant life and insects, but that didn't affect our stay. Wonderful little home for vacation!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We arrived to a clean and ready property. The air-conditioning worked nicely on a very hot weekend. The location is extremely close to a variety of beaches and restaurants making for a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was lovely and eclectic. We did suggest some things to the owner and he was very receptive to all suggestions. Make sure to try the granola!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 8, 2025
Thank you Peggy - look forward to having you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

HIDDEN GEM! Can't wait to come back.

The house has so much character and with neighborhood to match! The perfect beach stay.Scott, the host was wonderful, responsive and easy to work with. He made sure our stay was perfect, start to finish. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property, tastefully decorated and beautifully landscaped. Scott is a great and attentive host. Our family of 4 enjoyed our week in Highlands, with lots of miles biked on the local trails, relaxing time spent on the beach, and a day trip to NYC on the ferry. Property is conveniently located within walking distance of several restaurants that we enjoyed. Be sure to check out the lighthouse (oldest in the US!) and catch a sunset on the peninsula!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Artist Abode

This was the perfect place for our little beach get away. It's perfect for 3 people (at most). It's a little on the small side, but it's filled with so much character and the place was beautiful. It was easy to find everything we needed and we were so close to the beach. You can easily walk to some of the local spots and the main beach areas are a short drive away. I will note that there is AC only on the 1st floor and the upstairs does tend to run a little hot. Other than that the stay was great and Scott was very communicative. Looking forward to another stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 3, 2025
I am happy that the house was enjoyable. An AC unit has been ordered and will be installed this weekend at the 2nd floor to cool the bedrooms. Both bedrooms have 2 person beds ("Full" size) to accomidate 4 people. I hope guests will enjoy the various spaces inside and out for different experiences, front garden dining/lounge, rear roofed porch and indoor living areas.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
I was very disappointed in this property. There were stains on my comforter. Spots on my sheets. No closet to hang your clothes in in the room I was in but I did have a door so there was a hook to hang clothes if you had hangers. The second bedroom had a closet but I am assuming it was the owners closet since it was locked so no closet in there to hang your clothes in and no door only a rod with a sheet. No chest of drawers so where were you supposed to put your clothes that you brought. My pillows were so flat they were useless and my bed was so low I do not think it had a frame. The towels that we were given to use were well used, definitely not white and many stains. No holes in the towels but towels I would put to use to clean my home not dry off with after a shower. It was very hard to feel comfortable within the space because there was so much stuff on the tables or countertops or toilet or sink that you would end up knocking off an item when using the room. As for cleanliness there were crumbs on the tables and cobwebs on the steps. The mirrors were not clean and when I tried to wipe them off to use them to do my make up it did not clean them. It stated street parking, honestly there are maybe 6 spots on the block which homeowners already are parked in so you had to hope they moved from their spots or you drove around street after street hoping to find an open spot. I attached pictures.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 27, 2026
I am sorry you did not enjoy staying at the house. However, your claims are greatly exagerated and some are completely false. The truth is, the building is a 100 year old beach house which is rustic but clean and well kept. Especially the bathroom and kitchen which have been prepared with care for guests, including freshly laundered sheets and bath towells. The house decor is ecclectic and may not suite those who prefer more conventional styling. The bedroom accomodations have hanging and/or chest of drawers which have suited dozens of guests without complaints. What you haven't commented on is all the positive aspects of the house and surroundings which indicates to me that you searched for negative regard only and not a balanced approach to your review. The intimate gardens with beautiful flowering plants, outdoor spaces with night lighting, furnishings, close proximity to the beach across the street, music and artwork etc. make the house a pleasure to stay in. Thank you for treating it well.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So I really didn’t want to write a review . . . Because I’d love to keep this gem a secret!!! As far as cleanliness - pristine. Host made sure anything you can think of that you’ll need is available! Eclectic decor which I absolutely loved. Rooms were comfortable and cool using the upstairs A/C’s. The garden area was beautiful and watching the hummingbirds and bees was so relaxing. The town itself is friendly and easy to get around. Met numerous locals who offered info about the area including popular spots to go, the public beach etc. We were only there 2 nights and loved the Proving Ground so much we went both days. Walking distance, good food, live music, great atmosphere! The closest public beach also walking distance, small, clean and a lifeguard on duty. The only thing I can think of that I’d recommend is a new coffeemaker, it worked but extremely slow. Highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Highlands Experience

The good: Location of the property is tucked into a seaside neighborhood with plenty todo within walking & bike distance. We drove over the bridge to sandy hook beach during the day then back to the appt to shower up & walk to a local establishment that had food options via outdoor bar/grill, a band and deck over the water during sun set. The bar was fun - and the local bagel shop in the morning was fantastic. Physical facts: This property abuts what appears to be two abandoned homes & accessible via a tight overgrown path. On the plus side, it’s very quiet…while the 1st impression leaves a bit to be desired. The upstairs doesn’t have A/C, one large bedroom is pad locked with no access & no off street parking so it’s the ole drive around the neighborhood in search for parking which the owner fully disclosed pre-check in. It’s a beach house, if you don’t have fun here you’re not a fun person - enjoy the beach & all this area has to offer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Scott’s property is truly special. Nestled amongst some of the prettiest gardens I’d ever seen, his rustic, charming slice of heaven is just right for a pair or foursome looking for a relaxing weekend in beautiful Highlands. It was clear a lot of love and care went into this property; it was not only extremely well maintained, but full of thoughtful touches like a s’mores kit, games and CD’s, and delicious homemade granola. When a minor issue occurred, Scott was immediately responsive and helpful, and his neighbors were so kind and welcoming, which made the stay even more magical. Can’t wait to return. Thanks, Scott!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 9, 2026
Thank you Liz. I look forward to having you and your family back!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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