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Charming Bay Head Waterfront Cottage with Yard: Easy Walk to Beach & Town

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Yard (2022)

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Bayhead, NJ
  • Place, Bay Head Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Vintage Automobile Museum of New Jersey
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Point Pleasant Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Bay Head Waterfront Cottage with Yard: Easy Walk to Beach & Town

Escape to our classic jersey shore waterfront cottage in the heart of Bay Head, perfectly nestled on Scow Ditch, which leads into Twilight Lake and Barnegat Bay. This is a rare opportunity to stay in a peaceful yet walkable location—just minutes from the beach, shops, and the charm of downtown Bay Head.

The cottage comfortably sleeps six guests and features:
* 3 bedrooms (2 with full beds, 1 with two twins), including one bedroom and a half bath on the first floor—ideal for guests needing easy access.
* A full bath upstairs with shower.
* Outdoor hot water shower—perfect after a beach day.
* Fully equipped kitchen: gas stove, dishwasher, coffee maker, microwave, and more.
* Washer/dryer, window A/C units, and dining room for family meals.
* Private yard with gas grill, plus both street and off-street parking.
* 4 beach badges provided (required for ages 12+ to enter beach with life guard). Additional daily badges may be purchased by the renter at the BHIA office down the road.

LOCATION HIGHLIGHT:
* Steps from Twilight Lake, walking distance to Bay Head beaches, downtown cafés, shops, and ice cream, and just minutes from the Bay Head train station. Nearby is a public park, playground, and tennis/pickleball courts.
We are dog-friendly up to 20 pounds (with owner approval) for a $200 fee per dog.
The front house on the property is also available to rent and sleeps 8-10 (VRBO #165058).

Important Notes:
* 7-night minimum per Bay Head regulations.
* Minimum booking age: 30.
* Quiet hours begin at 8 PM—thank you for respecting our neighbors.

Book your stay and experience one of the best-located properties in Bay Head—private, peaceful, and close to everything.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
PET FEE $200 PER PET
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
**Owner Cancellation Policy** -Refunds will be granted if the property is rented again for the dates requested to cancel 10% cancellation fee-
Garbage and recycling must be disposed of in the appropriate containers provided. If recycling is commingled, there will be a $50 fee.
Please remove sand before entering house.

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
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

About the area

Bay Head

Located in Bay Head, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out Jenkinson's Boardwalk, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Point Pleasant Beach and Belmar Beach and Boardwalk. Jenkinson's South Amusement Park and Jenkinson’s Aquarium are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.
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Bayhead, NJ

What's nearby

  • Anchor and Palette Art Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bay Head Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Vintage Automobile Museum of New Jersey - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Point Pleasant Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Jenkinson's Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Ark Pub & Eatery - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪At the Point Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mueller's Bakery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Thai Jasmine To Go Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Bay Head Waterfront Cottage with Yard: Easy Walk to Beach & Town pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Bay Head Waterfront Cottage with Yard: Easy Walk to Beach & Town?

As of 6 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Bay Head Waterfront Cottage with Yard: Easy Walk to Beach & Town on 30 May 2026 start from NZ$711, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Charming Bay Head Waterfront Cottage with Yard: Easy Walk to Beach & Town?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Bay Head Waterfront Cottage with Yard: Easy Walk to Beach & Town?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Bay Head Waterfront Cottage with Yard: Easy Walk to Beach & Town?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Bay Head Waterfront Cottage with Yard: Easy Walk to Beach & Town located?

Located in the heart of Bay Head, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bay Head Beach and Point Pleasant Beach. Ocean Care Center and Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 30 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blaine Z.

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

Bay Head

Beautiful summer place on Scow Ditch. So easy to walk to Club and Beach. I'm an original BayHeader.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Matt D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Great Location

Thumbnail photo listed isn’t actual house, it’s a cottage behind that house. Pictures and description aren’t 100% accurate but had no real issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

gail c.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

The cottage is run down, mice infested and overall, needs ALOT of work..it needs painting, a deep cl

The beds were comfy, the shower is great, the tv is great, the WiFi was less than acceptable.. The location was perfect...away from Rt 35 and on a lagoon which was very quiet. So if the landlord can slap some paint on the interior., clean up the outside, it would be a real GEM!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kurt V.

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

Nice experience!

3rd time we have rented at this location, which is charming, affordable, and convenient to beach/town center. We will definitely rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

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

Back in the ‘hood!

Just a quintessential Old Bay Head Cottage! We hope it doesn’t change and family can do it again!!!
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

Quaint Cottage in Excellent Location

Exactly as described. Quaint, clean comfortable cottage in an excellent location. 2 Bocks from the beach. 1 block form restaurants and shops but very very private! Will book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Maureen A.

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

Great location !

Had a great time fishing and crabbing off dock in yard. Great location ! Walk to town and beach. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Stefanie V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, house old and showing it

The house was so close to the beach! Screened in Portch was great for an evening cocktail when the kids were asleep. House was a little disappointing. Not as clean as we hoped (hairballs, dirt in the walls). There were aunts but the house is quite old and so close to water it was to be exspected.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Nice cottage near the beach

Everything was smooth. Beach was a few blocks away and was spectacular! Owner provided 4 beach badges which was perfect. Cottage fit our needs. We were able to find restaurants close by with outdoor seating. Bay head is a very nice town. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Megan M.

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

Great Place

This is a great place to stay, we had a really awesome vacation. My husband & I took our 2yr old daughter and dog. The house is literally on the water so not exactly toddler friendly but it's still really cool to step outside into the front yard and be right on the bay. Its really nice sitting on the front porch at night too. Just beware of the town swan! He won't leave you alone if you feed him just one time and he hissed at our dogs constantly. The location is amazing, really upscale nice safe quiet part of town. I loved being 2 blocks from the beach and there's a great park only a block away. The house isn't glamorous but its a great little quant cottage style house and perfect for our needs with kids/pets. Such a beautiful area, and beach was clean and ocean water was perfect! I would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

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

Great place for the weekend

Had a great time staying at the property. The owners were very accommodating and were open to last minute extensions for our stay which was really nice of them. They also allowed dogs which was so convenient and our dog loved the open space. Overall a great house for the weekend while we spent most of our time at Asbury Park, it was a nice place to come back and spend our evenings in.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

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

Very cute cottage

We had a lovely experience at the cottage. It is very private and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer S.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Mold, Mildew and Dirt!

We did not stay in the property due to the health hazard it possessed. We are seeking a refund! What a shame.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah W.

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

Quaint Cottage

Private, quiet, spacious cottage. Walking distance to the beach and several restaurants. Canal on side of cottage perfect space for fishing/crabbing. Lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arlene M.

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

Awesome!

This is an affirmation of all the positive reviews about the quaint but lovely cottage beside a scowl ditch. My family had the most relaxing vacation ever. Love the location, just a short walk to the shops, restaurants, beach. Amusement park in Point Pleasant is just a short drive. Oh yes, we had lots of fun crabbing as well. The cottage had everything we needed. Can't wait to go back next summer...our place to go for a perfect vacation. .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abby H.

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

Something for everyone

This cottage was clean and had a great location. There was something for everyone. My elderly mother in law enjoyed the first floor bedroom with a window facing the water. She also loved the enclosed porch. My two teenage children loved Jenkinson's boardwalk and amusement park which was only a 10 minute drive down the road. The bay head beach was so clean and not crowded at all. It was a two block walk from the cottage. The cottage had everything we needed, all in working order. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen was adequately stocked with dishes, utensils, etc. There was a washer/dryer and dishwasher. My family would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

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

Great Stay

Had a great stay at this cottage! It was so cute and right on the water. Beautiful location. Would 100% stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

House could not be in a better location to access the beach and downtown Bay Head on foot. It has pretty much everything you need for a low-key, beach/fishing vacation. The house is quite old but is in OK repair considering. Hot water was no longer a problem as has been noted in earlier reviews. Owner is very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael H.

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

Great location

We had a great time here. My only complaints would be the shower pressure is extremely low. Hot water runs out very quickly. Aside from that, location is great and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Overall a great stay

This is a nice rental, for the money. Only issue is the insufficient amount of hot water. ( runs out into second shower) need to wait at least 30 min between showers The house is older but we loved the feel of it. Was very clean on arival and all questions answered promptly. Thank you !!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin U.

cottage on the scow ditch

This cottage served as home base for two families of three (3 kids, 3 adults) for a week and we had a nice time. Two of three bedrooms had AC, which was nice. The screened porch was great for hanging out and playing cards, and there is a table and chairs where we could sit outside and eat. It's about two blocks from the beach which was so convenient. We also enjoyed crabbing on the the scow ditch off the side of the house. The owner was responsive to our needs but not around. Some of the windows were missing curtains, which are great for keeping the heat out during the day. For the price per night, it seemed like things like that should be taken care of. But on the whole, it was a functoinal place for the six of us and I would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Another fabulous vacation at the best location in Bay Head!

Our annual trip to the cottage on Scowl Ditch was another success!!!! Love the new bathroom upstairs and the new cushions on the couches. Loved the addition of more outdoor seating. We cannot wait to come back! Thank you :)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurelle G.

Comfortable, cozy cottage

We absolutely loved this property! We had no trouble whatsoever, and never needed to contact the owner, although he was always available. The sweep-out cottage has all the basic necessities without any of the frills. Peaceful, private and roomy; a casual and charming house, and the window a/c units did the job. Comfortably sleeps 2 couples and 2 kids. We happily spent the most relaxing week fishing and crabbing right from our backyard and enjoying the beautiful ocean less than 2 blocks away, We would definitely come back here! Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank C.

Nice cottage. Clean. Great location.

Nice cottage. Clean. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

tracy l.

It was just what we were looking for.

Area is lovely and easy walks to local shops and beach. House could use some TLC but had everything we needed. Thanks for a great weekend get away!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

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