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Beach-block Bungalow at LBI: Classic wood-paneled Cape Cod, 100 yards from beach

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Cozy wood-paneled living room with two pull out sofa beds
Living area
Living room seen from front door with view through to dining room.
Dining room loaded with natural light seen from living room.
Primary bedroom with queen bed; at far right is (folded) extra single bed.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 71200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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103 E Alabama Ave, Long Beach, NJ, 08008
  • Haven Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Brant Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Spray Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Atlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Beach-block Bungalow at LBI: Classic wood-paneled Cape Cod, 100 yards from beach

This beach getaway has rustic 1930s charm with all the amenities, on a quiet dead-end street (perfect for kids) that ends at the gorgeous wide white-sand beach. With loads of off-street parking, pull your car in once and forget it: the Acme grocery is 4 blocks walk and has everything you need or forgot (& is across the street from an ice cream shop for nightly dessert outings).
With rich wood paneling, a large dining room, and lots of comfy living room seating, it is the perfect place for enjoying relaxed meals and game nights, or post-prandial couch time when you're not enjoying the beach.
While you may be so relaxed you'll never leave the house or beach, if you do want to, there is plenty of fun out of the house, with mini-golf, water park, shopping, and even an active theater featuring live performances. The four quaint walkable beach towns on the island have oyster bars, delicious restaurants, shopping galore, and many ice cream shops.
If you have technology needs, we've got something for everyone. There is a working vintage rotary phone... plus fast wifi, Infinity basic cable, and a new TV with access to log into your streaming media services or plug in your laptop (even a vintage DVD player). BYO bluetooth speaker or use our classic stereophonic boombox featuring AM/FM/CD/cassette player.
Set the heat pump for your heating and cooling comfort, or better yet shut it off and open the windows for fresh ocean breezes, the sound of the surf, and the occasional cry of the seagulls.

Property manager

Robert McGrory

Languages

German, Spanish
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 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
Please be very gentle if opening any windows, storm windows, or screens. They are original or well-aged, stubborn, sticky, or all of those.
As a courtesy to the neighbor across the street, please leave the porch light off overnight and unless actively using the side yard after dark. Thanks

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Beach Haven

North Beach Haven, a neighbourhood in Beach Haven, is home to this holiday home. Bay Village and Viking Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Long Beach and Haven Beach. Fantasy Island Amusement Park and Settler's Mill Adventure Golf are also worth visiting.
Map
103 E Alabama Ave, Long Beach, NJ, 08008

What's nearby

  • Haven Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Brighton Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Brant Beach - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Spray Beach - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Fantasy Island Amusement Park - 5 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Atlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dockside Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Skipper Dipper - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ship Bottom Brewery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nardis Tavern - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Custard Hut and Pizza - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach-block Bungalow at LBI: Classic wood-paneled Cape Cod, 100 yards from beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beach-block Bungalow at LBI: Classic wood-paneled Cape Cod, 100 yards from beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach-block Bungalow at LBI: Classic wood-paneled Cape Cod, 100 yards from beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beach-block Bungalow at LBI: Classic wood-paneled Cape Cod, 100 yards from beach located?

Located in North Beach Haven, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Haven Beach, Long Beach and Brighton Beach. Brant Beach and Spray Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a cozy, quiet beach getaway. Short walk to the beach and the house is very well equipped. Owner is very communicative and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

An LBI GEM!

Delightful home! To say it is stocked (games, toiletries and kitchen amenities) is an understatement. Too much to list. We made wonderful memories and booked for next year! Owners are top notch. Close to beach and everything else we needed. Life is good at the beach but even better when you find a place that feels like home. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo Ann F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a cozy, traditional LBI beach house with lovely original wood interior. The location is ideal, quiet, no streets to cross, third house from the ocean shore and very close to the supermarket. Comfy bed, plentiful sheets and towels, well-stocked kitchen with cooking supplies, including spices and some condiments. Good A/C, though we only needed it once, indoor washer and dryer, plus an ample backyard with outdoor shower, clothesline, beach chairs and umbrellas. We especially appreciated that the linens and beach gear were provided as we live far away. The owner was also great about communicating clearly and promptly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica P.

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

Amazingly located LBI bungalow

The house is phenomenally located steps from the beautiful beach. The views from the side living room window and the upstairs porch are out of this world! The house is centrally located to all of the good stuff LBI has to offer. The ACME is amazing to have at the corner! Skipper Dipper is an easy walk, with great ice cream’The house is very clean, and stocked with literally everything you could need, want or require during your stay. Come in with your clothes any perishables, settle in and enjoy! Don’t worry if you forgot it —they have it! There is also PLENTY of off-street parking. The bungalow is very homey and comfortable. The water pressure in both the indoor and outdoor showers is 10/10. Wish I could have taken that home, lol. Bob, the owner, is quick to respond, thoughtful, kind, and very hospitable. You could not ask for a better host! You can tel how much he truly cares!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy K.

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

Bungalow stay

Very very very rustic. Felt more like a lake/ mountain bungalow. Host was very responsive and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harrison R.

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

Perfect beach house

This house is a gem! It's a 1930s two-story beach house, 4 houses in from the beach, and it was perfect for our family vacation to LBI. The house is certainly older and lacks some of the updates you'll find in newer vacation rentals. But it has everything that matters. The bathroom is clean and accessible, and there is also an outdoor shower (with a door) for rinsing off after the beach. The kitchen is fully stocked -- good oven/range, dishwasher, coffee maker, toaster, microwave, and lots of dishware, flatware, and cups and mugs. There were five of us staying here -- four adults and one toddler (2 years old). The house is small to fit all of us, but it worked fine. Of course, the greatest thing about this house is the location; the beach is just a few steps away, and it's convenient enough that we could go to the beach and make multiple trips back and forth throughout the day. There is also a small avenue on the other side of the house that's perfect for walking, jogging, or biking, and there are plenty of restaurants and ice cream shops a walk or short drive away. There's also plenty of parking on the property (probably 4 cars could easily fit, maybe more with some maneuvering). There is also a separate upstairs apartment that was vacant during our stay. The owner was very communicative and answered all of my questions quickly. It's a family-owned vacation house and they hadn't hosted guests in a few years, so we were glad to be the test subjects.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle C.

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

The BEST location

This rental was great! It was so clean when we arrived! A true old school beach house steps from the beach! The owners provided pretty much everything which was so convienent! Bedrooms are small but kitchen dining area and living room have so much room for everyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Robert McGrory

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I grew up not far away in a Philadelphia suburb, and have vacationed in this house with my extended family my entire life. My father was an airline pilot, so I’ve been fortunate to travel and have always enjoyed the hospitality industry. I love to meet other travelers and people relaxing away from work.

Why they chose this property

This house has been in the family for five generations. With your help, we’d love to sustain its rustic charm for another five.

What makes this property unique

This is one of the few original 1930s Cape Cod style houses on its block. While most have been torn down and expanded to cover their lots, this is a modest house on an oversized lot with plenty of open space - for parking, grilling, eating around the picnic table, or playing frisbee or catch with kids. Surrounded by pines, it has a more secluded feel despite being only 100 yards from the beach, with no streets to cross. We would never tell you to let your kids bike or play in the street, but since it’s a quiet dead end that’s what we always did growing up.
It’s got a garage full of beach, bike, and play gear, plus an outdoor shower to rinse off the beach before tracking sand into the house

Languages:

German, Spanish