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Big Charming Bay Head Beach House on East Ave -Ocean Views, Ping Pong, Big Yard!
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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
8 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 145100 sq ft
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Bay Head, NJ
- Place, Bay Head Beach1 min walk
- Place, Point Pleasant Beach17 min walk
- Place, Jenkinson's Boardwalk3 min drive
- 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 Single Beds
2nd Floor West bedroom
2 Single Beds
3rd Floor East Bedroom
1 Single Bed
3rd Floor North Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
3rd Floor South Bedroom
1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
3rd Floor West Double Bedroom
1 Single 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
About this property
Big Charming Bay Head Beach House on East Ave -Ocean Views, Ping Pong, Big Yard!
Celebrate summer in this unique, historic East Ave classic beach house. This property is perfect for multi-generational families and friends seeking stress free beach proximity with plenty of space and charm inside and out. Located across the street from the guarded beach, kids spend their days riding the waves under the watch of our very friendly life guards while you relax with toes in sand and cool beverage in hand.
Located a stone's throw from Bay Head's fabulous Mueller's Bakery, visitors can walk or ride a bike to local shops just a block away. Ideal for kids who love to play hide-and-seek, grown ups who enjoy cool drinks on one of the wrap-around porches, and teenagers who might even put down their phones to enjoy a round or two of Ping Pong. We recently added a player piano for the enjoyment of those who can play as well as those who can't :)
Enter the house from the huge front porch with can seat about a dozen people in Kennedy rockers and comfy wicker seating, right into the formal living. On the right is the diniing room/family room. The dining table easily seats 14 without crowding the two couches and player piano in the family room area. Just off the dining room there is a "Butler's Pantry" or as we call it, "The Bar" which includes a sink, dishwasher and plenty of glassware.
For dining outside, we enjoy breakfast on the east porch as the sun rises, cocktails on the back patio by the grill, and dinners on the large main porch in the shade.
The big, bright, fully equipped, family-style eat-in kitchen features center island for chopping, chatting and serving quick meals and snacks to kids of all ages and a large (expandable) table and chairs in the corner for up to 8 people. Coffee Maker, blender, microwave, toaster, and electric teapot available for your convenience.
There are a couple of bikes in the garage as well as plenty of beach chairs and sand toys. The large yard and driveway can accommodate all your cars, which you won't need while in Bay Head. But if you'd rather avoid the traffic our home is also just a 10 minute walk from the Bay Head train station with convenient service to New York and points north.
Feel free to set up croquet or badminton in the yard. There is plenty of space for a good game of tag, too. The outdoor shower is a staple of the classic shore cottage.
Friends and family have celebrated weddings, birthdays and a variety of milestones in this home and we hope you enjoy it as much as we do. It is ideal for large family gatherings! The ice cream on the cake?....the Good Humor Man drives past the house daily!
Located a stone's throw from Bay Head's fabulous Mueller's Bakery, visitors can walk or ride a bike to local shops just a block away. Ideal for kids who love to play hide-and-seek, grown ups who enjoy cool drinks on one of the wrap-around porches, and teenagers who might even put down their phones to enjoy a round or two of Ping Pong. We recently added a player piano for the enjoyment of those who can play as well as those who can't :)
Enter the house from the huge front porch with can seat about a dozen people in Kennedy rockers and comfy wicker seating, right into the formal living. On the right is the diniing room/family room. The dining table easily seats 14 without crowding the two couches and player piano in the family room area. Just off the dining room there is a "Butler's Pantry" or as we call it, "The Bar" which includes a sink, dishwasher and plenty of glassware.
For dining outside, we enjoy breakfast on the east porch as the sun rises, cocktails on the back patio by the grill, and dinners on the large main porch in the shade.
The big, bright, fully equipped, family-style eat-in kitchen features center island for chopping, chatting and serving quick meals and snacks to kids of all ages and a large (expandable) table and chairs in the corner for up to 8 people. Coffee Maker, blender, microwave, toaster, and electric teapot available for your convenience.
There are a couple of bikes in the garage as well as plenty of beach chairs and sand toys. The large yard and driveway can accommodate all your cars, which you won't need while in Bay Head. But if you'd rather avoid the traffic our home is also just a 10 minute walk from the Bay Head train station with convenient service to New York and points north.
Feel free to set up croquet or badminton in the yard. There is plenty of space for a good game of tag, too. The outdoor shower is a staple of the classic shore cottage.
Friends and family have celebrated weddings, birthdays and a variety of milestones in this home and we hope you enjoy it as much as we do. It is ideal for large family gatherings! The ice cream on the cake?....the Good Humor Man drives past the house daily!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
No Cats allowed. Dogs must be pre-approved.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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About the area
Bay Head
Located in Bay Head, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Sea Girt Lighthouse and Ocean Grove Tent City are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Jenkinson's Boardwalk and 3rd Avenue. Travelling with kids? Consider Jenkinson's South Amusement Park and Jenkinson’s Aquarium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Bay Head, NJ
What's nearby
- Bay Head Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Vintage Automobile Museum of New Jersey - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Point Pleasant Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Ocean Care Center - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
- Jenkinson's Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 3.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 18 min walk
- Ark Pub & Eatery - 15 min walk
- At the Point Diner - 3 min drive
- Mueller's Bakery - 5 min walk
- Wendy's - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window7.6/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
12 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Michael T.
12 Jul, 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bay head
Michael T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
2/10 Terrible
K. G.
1 Aug, 2012
Amazing location, but that's about all
K. G.
10/10 Excellent
Meredith R.
18 Aug, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot
Meredith R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
8/10 Good
Charlene K.
30 May, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location Location Location
Charlene K.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
10/10 Excellent
Kitty B.
25 Nov, 2018
Incredible family beach house with lots of charm!
Kitty B.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Christopher L.
2 Sept, 2015
The Epitomy of Bay Head
Christopher L.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
BOB M.
15 Aug, 2014
A WONDERFUL FAMILY GATHERING PLACE
BOB M.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Barbara S.
25 May, 2014
Charming and relaxing blend of old and new.
Barbara S.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
maggie c.
18 Aug, 2013
Perfect Bay Head summer home!
maggie c.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Christa S.
6 Jun, 2013
Wonderful Vacation Spot
Christa S.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
2 May, 2013
Original Bay Head Charm, the "Real Deal" Beach House
About the host
Hosted by Joan
Our parents rented in Bay Head for years before this house became available in 1968. Five sisters own the home today and we celebrate graduations, birthdays, business partnerships and family milestones here by the beach.
Why they chose this property
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the 'Mrs Wheeler's Cottage' sheds light on the grandeur of life at the turn of the 20th century. From the dressing rooms in the cellar to claw-foot tubs and meticulous woodwork and architecture, we appreciate the proximity to the guarded beach and local shops. At our annual Kids' Day reunion, we hold relay races in the large yard. According to the National Historic Registry, our home is "one of the most exuberant and detailed examples of the shingle style in Bay Head." There is nothing "cookie cutter" about our home and its a fabulous location across the street from the beach with Ocean views from 6 bedrooms!
What makes this property unique
Above all, this home is a memory maker. If you want to start a family tradition that your kids will talk about from now until they have kids of their own, there is no better place for you!
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