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Cozy Cottage at the River - Historic CampMeeting Cottage, 1 Block from River
Cottage in Island Heights with kitchen and patio
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10 out of 10
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2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 4 79.1 sq m
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Island Heights, NJ
- Place, Seaside Heights Beach9 min drive
- Place, Casino Pier9 min drive
- Place, Ortley Beach11 min drive
- Airport, Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive)29 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cozy Cottage at the River - Historic CampMeeting Cottage, 1 Block from River
Only one block from the water, set high on the Island Heights bluff, this original “L-Style” Victorian historic camp meeting cottage was built in 1883. It stands today as one of the only original camp meeting cottages left in Island Heights with very few architectural modifications. This home was featured in the NJ Star Ledger for it’s restoration, and is truly a one-of-a-kind gem.
Restored to its former glory, this two-story cottage has new and modern upgrades, but retains all of its original charm. It including original pine paneling, stained-glass windows, custom builtins, board and batten siding, winding staircase, and hardwood floors. Enjoy the river breezes from the the wrap-around porch, take a walk down to the promenade to watch the sailboats go by and see our famous Island Heights sunsets. Across the street, is the historic camp meeting grounds, which is now a park with a pavilion, perfect for playing a game of frisbee, a picnic or watching the sailboats go by.
There is walkable access to sailing, boating, crabbing, fishing.
Walk to our bay beach!
Or take a trip over the bridge only minutes away to Seaside for many Ocean beaches, amusement rides, or Island Beach State Park for a relaxing beach and wildlife experience.
The brand new farm-house style kitchen includes all stainless steel appliances: microwave, stove/oven, dishwasher, european refrigerator, Keurig, tea kettle, and plenty of cooking utensils for a night in. There are 2 bedrooms upstairs, the master bedroom includes a queen-size bed with under-the-bed storage, and Cable TV. The second bedroom features an original-style stained glass window, a trundle/day bed with two twin size mattresses, and a closet for your belongings. The bathroom features a 1940’s style bathtub, with black and white retro-tile.
The house has Central A/C!
Enjoy the fenced in yard for an out-door picnic, or an afternoon game of croquet. We also have a gas grill!
NEAREST BEACHES:
Island Heights Bay Beach - .5 mi / 3 min by car and walkable
Ortley Beach - 6 mi / 12 min by car (Swimming)
Lavallette - 6.9 mi / 13 min by car (Swimming)
Seaside Park - 5.5 mi / 10 min by car
Seaside Heights - 5.3 mi / 11 min by car (Swimming, amusements, restaurants)
Island Beach State Park - (Swimming, Wildlife Preserve)
Restored to its former glory, this two-story cottage has new and modern upgrades, but retains all of its original charm. It including original pine paneling, stained-glass windows, custom builtins, board and batten siding, winding staircase, and hardwood floors. Enjoy the river breezes from the the wrap-around porch, take a walk down to the promenade to watch the sailboats go by and see our famous Island Heights sunsets. Across the street, is the historic camp meeting grounds, which is now a park with a pavilion, perfect for playing a game of frisbee, a picnic or watching the sailboats go by.
There is walkable access to sailing, boating, crabbing, fishing.
Walk to our bay beach!
Or take a trip over the bridge only minutes away to Seaside for many Ocean beaches, amusement rides, or Island Beach State Park for a relaxing beach and wildlife experience.
The brand new farm-house style kitchen includes all stainless steel appliances: microwave, stove/oven, dishwasher, european refrigerator, Keurig, tea kettle, and plenty of cooking utensils for a night in. There are 2 bedrooms upstairs, the master bedroom includes a queen-size bed with under-the-bed storage, and Cable TV. The second bedroom features an original-style stained glass window, a trundle/day bed with two twin size mattresses, and a closet for your belongings. The bathroom features a 1940’s style bathtub, with black and white retro-tile.
The house has Central A/C!
Enjoy the fenced in yard for an out-door picnic, or an afternoon game of croquet. We also have a gas grill!
NEAREST BEACHES:
Island Heights Bay Beach - .5 mi / 3 min by car and walkable
Ortley Beach - 6 mi / 12 min by car (Swimming)
Lavallette - 6.9 mi / 13 min by car (Swimming)
Seaside Park - 5.5 mi / 10 min by car
Seaside Heights - 5.3 mi / 11 min by car (Swimming, amusements, restaurants)
Island Beach State Park - (Swimming, Wildlife Preserve)
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
This is a residential family community
Pets
No pets allowed
Please no pets
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Note from host: This is a residential family community
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Island Heights
Located in Island Heights, this cottage is by the sea. Shoppers can check out Jenkinson's Boardwalk, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Seaside Heights Beach and Point Pleasant Beach. Playdrome Lanes and Jump Street Skate Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Island Heights, NJ
What's nearby
- Seaside Heights Boardwalk - 9 min drive - 8.8 km
- Seaside Heights Beach - 9 min drive - 8.8 km
- Casino Pier - 9 min drive - 8.8 km
- Seaside Park Beach - 9 min drive - 9.2 km
- Ortley Beach - 11 min drive - 10.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Wawa - 3 min drive
- Anchor Inn - 14 min drive
- Wawa - 3 min drive
- Taco Bell - 3 min drive
- Bandwagon Diner - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Beth Slocum

Beth and Brian are artists and musicians, avid history buffs, love home restoration, and their town of Island Heights. Living here for over 10 years, they have committed themselves to preserving the history of the community, and enjoying their friends and family.
Why they chose this property
This house was under severe disrepair when they purchased it. While many wanted to knock it down to build a larger shore home, they saw historical and nostalgic potential in restoring it, and making it a piece of history they could share with their friends, family, and others.
Languages:
English
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