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Steps to The Stone Pony, Secret Garden Out Back -- 4BR Asbury Park Retreat

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A two-story house with a front porch, a blue door, and a brick pathway leading to the entrance.
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A covered porch with wicker furniture, a blue couch, and a small table.
A covered porch with a wicker sofa, a star-patterned rug, and a potted plant.
A covered porch with wicker furniture and a star-patterned mat.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Asbury Park Beach
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Fenced yard

Explore the area

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Asbury Park, NJ
  • Place, The Stone Pony
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Asbury Park Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Asbury Park Boardwalk
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Linden, NJ (LDJ)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Steps to The Stone Pony, Secret Garden Out Back -- 4BR Asbury Park Retreat

Your home base for Asbury Park, minutes from it all

Welcome to "Downton" Asbury, a comfortable, family-friendly home tucked into Asbury Park's walkable waterfront district, where you're 3-7 minutes on foot from The Stone Pony, The Wonder Bar, Asbury Lanes, the Empress Hotel's famous Tea Dance, and the boardwalk itself. Cookman Avenue's restaurants and shops are just as close. Leave the car - everything worth walking to is walkable, and Instacart or Wegman's handles the rest.

INSIDE
Sleep 8+ across 4 bedrooms (2 kings, 1 queen, 2 twins and 3 full bathrooms. The twins can convert to a king if you prefer, foam spacer and mattress cover are located in the middle bedroom on the 2nd floor and sheets are in the linen closet. ACs in every bedroom and living room.

The kitchen is fully stocked for real cooking; pots, pans, silverware, dishes, cooking utensils, toaster, electric coffee pot (drip), microwave, dishwasher and all the small appliances you'd expect from home.


THE GARDEN
Guests consistently tell us the garden is their favorite part of their stay, and we agree. Dine al fresco at a teak table for six, fire up the Weber grill (the season starts with two gas tanks; guests are responsible for refills) and unwind by the water fountain in a backyard that feels like a private escape in the middle of town. You can feel the ocean air and hear the Stone Pony shows.

BEACH SUPPLIES
We stock most essentials: 2 bikes, 8-10 beach chairs, 2 coolers, a beach buggy, towels, plus 2 adult and 2 senior beach passes (guests are responsible if passes are lost.)

Also included: washer/ 2 dryers, a spare full-size fridge, and WiFi.

Street parking only - pay by app, or head two streets over to free street parking starting at Grand Avenue.

Your host is responsive and available throughout your stay, ask any of our repeat guests.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off the ACs
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 611067vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Asbury Park

Located in Asbury Park, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Shoppers can check out Jenkinson's Boardwalk, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Belmar Beach and Boardwalk and Asbury Park Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Wall Township Speedway, or consider a night out at Wonder Bar. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, parasailing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Asbury Park, NJ

What's nearby

  • The Stone Pony - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Asbury Park Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Asbury Park Boardwalk - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Asbury Park Convention Hall - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ocean Grove Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Stone Pony - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Porta Pizzeria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Watermark - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kim Marie's Eat n Drink Away - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Palmetto - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to The Stone Pony, Secret Garden Out Back -- 4BR Asbury Park Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Steps to The Stone Pony, Secret Garden Out Back -- 4BR Asbury Park Retreat?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Steps to The Stone Pony, Secret Garden Out Back -- 4BR Asbury Park Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to The Stone Pony, Secret Garden Out Back -- 4BR Asbury Park Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Steps to The Stone Pony, Secret Garden Out Back -- 4BR Asbury Park Retreat located?

Located in the heart of Asbury Park, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of The Stone Pony, Asbury Park Beach and Asbury Park Boardwalk. Belmar Beach and Boardwalk is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna Killian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful inside and out. It had everything we needed for a weekend at the beach.It was clean and Lisa, the host, was very responsive and helpful.We had a wonderful time.Thank you, Lisa!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2026
Perfect guests all around! Loved hosting you and your family. Enjoy the rest of your summer and hope you visit Asbury again sometime soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cece

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lisa’s home was so beautiful and unbelievably clean! We enjoyed our stay so much! She was attentive and so kind! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2026
I loved having your group at my house. We all need a good ladies weekend! Thanks for your feedback Cecelia. Any host would be lucky to have you as a guest.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

robert s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house really fit our family, was well equipted with outdoor Weber grll, a well equiipted kitchen, beach passes and chairs.The Lisa, the owner, was very responive to any questions we had during the whole trip and very helpful. We really enjoyed the front porch, especially during the one thunder storm we had. We dont get that in CA.The location is excellent. 3 blocks from the beach, 1/2 mile from Cookman Ave is where there is shopping and great restaurants. The beaches are clean and staffed by life gards. There is something for kids and adultsI would highly recommend this property
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the location and house! Great communication with host!! Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent host and very spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay while attending a family wedding. Lovely back yard. Good location & access to boardwalk. Concerts @ stone pony can be quite loud while enjoying front porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

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

Fantastic House

everything from booking, arriving, staying, checking out was PERFECT. We will be back
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2025
The feeling is mutual, Cindy! Great guests. Hope you visit again. Enjoy the rest of your summer.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

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

Fantastic property close to beach

Was only two blocks from the beach and super short walk to downtown. Amazing backyard and wonderful porch
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2023
Great guests, thanks for taking such good care of my home!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

An Oasis in Asbury Park!

Our family of three and two dogs had a wonderful stay in this lovely home. We especially enjoyed the porch and the back yard. It was awesome to see the trees and flowers bloom during our stay! Lovely neighborhood- walking distance to downtown as well as the beach - you couldnt have picked a better spot!
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2025
You were wonderful guests! Julie, I'm so happy you and the fur babies enjoyed our home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dianne R.

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

Lovely comfortable house and beautiful garden

We had a wonderful week here. Well equipped kitchen and comfortable bedrooms. Perfect location for beach goers and a peaceful garden for those who want to hang out at home.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2023
Thank you for your kind words Dianne. It was a pleasure having you at the house!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lisa was an excellent host for my mom and her friends as they celebrated their 57th (!) high school reunion down the shore during off season. Lisa was fast and communicative about initial questions ahead of booking as well as check-in day. My mom and her guests were wow'ed by the location, how comfortable and spacious the house was, and most of all, the beautiful garden! They spent as much time out there as possible. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kurt b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lisa has an absolutely beautiful home. And it is in a wonderful location. It is the essence of relaxation from sitting on the front porch with the big beautiful ceiling fans to relaxing in the backyard and having a barbecue the house has absolutely everything you could want in a beach house And Lisa is an exceptional host. I stayed here twice. I’m gonna stay here a lot more.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2025
Kurt- thank you for your kind words! It was an absolute pleasure hosting you and your family again.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Joanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Lisa was amazing. From in-line questions to being extremely flexible. Location was around the block from the wedding and 10 min walk to everything else. We never needed to move the car!Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 October 2025
Loved sharing my home with you. Thank you so much for a lovely review. Stay well!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kayley O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From the get go Lisa was communicative and responsive for any questions and concerns. The property was exactly as described and such a wonderful location. Close to the beach and town…we were able to walk pretty much everywhere! The backyard was our little oasis and we were so happy to have it. The house is stocked with all the supplies you could ever need, was clean, and the beds were comfortable. We will definitely look to return to this property in the future and hope to create more memories there, thank you Lisa!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 October 2025
You nailed it. Memories are golden and happy you made some at my home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacey W.

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

Great location. Comfortable home.

Relaxed beach vibe house. Plenty of room for me, husband, teen son and friends. Beautiful back yard is the highlight of the house. Well supplied.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn T.

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

Jersey beach stay

Absolutely wonderful! Fantastic location. Beautiful home. Lisa is so sweet and helpful! 👍👍
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Garry E.

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

fantastic property

Fantastic property! 2nd time we have stayed here. Our family loved it. Great backyard. Super clean. Close to wonderful things in AP. Cannot rate this place high enough. 5+ Stars.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frank P.

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

AP Family Vacation 7/6 - 7/13/24

We loved the house which was well equipped. We cooked a lot. We relaxed in the beautiful garden listening to the music from the Stone Pony, a block away. Lisa was very accommodating. The boardwalk and beach were only 2 blocks away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2024
Thank you Frank! You were great guests! I appreciate your review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

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

Loved this place! Porch ruled.

Home is comfortable and cozy and close to the beach - overall great place. Walked into town, walked on the boardwalk...We were 8 adults which included the two of us and our adult kids. It was a very fun place to be. Best night was grilling out back and late dinner around the table. All around fun and house has everything you need. Lisa made everything easy.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 August 2024
Catherine It was truly a pleasure to have you and your family at my home! I hope to return a great stay when I find myself on Anna Maria island. Your place looks amazing ;-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Molly Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lisa’s house was absolutely perfect for our week at the beach. The location could not have been better with just a few minutes walk to the boardwalk and beach. It was also walkable to downtown Asbury and parking only got a little tricky on Saturday. Also notable, for such a lively neighborhood, the house was on a quiet block which was really great. The house itself was a perfect layout for 2 to 3 families, there was so much space to spread out and all the rooms were immaculately clean and comfortable. The backyard was huge and perfect for dinners outside or laying out during the day. The porch was also such a great place to hang out and people watch. Lisa was super responsive and made everything so simple. I can’t wait to come back next summer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2025
Molly, such a thoughtful review. Makes me so happy to know you loved your time in Asbury Park and the house was everything you were looking for. You were so great to chat with during your stay. Hope to have you back in the future. Enjoy the rest of the summer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stefani M.

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

Greetings from Asbury Park

This home is amazing! An ideal location for our group, walking distance to EVERYTHING: beach, Porta, The Stone Pony, Cookman Ave. This street is a hidden gem in Asbury. Worthy of mentioning is the retreat” of a backyard, a comfortable front porch, stylishly updated & decorated interior with everything we needed. Lisa treated me as if we were lifelong friends and went above and beyond to ensure our stay was top notch/5 star. We hope to return for another summer getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nilesh P.

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

Great stay in Asbury Park

We had a wonderful vacation at Lisa's home. My family and I stayed for 1 week. Lisa's home is perfect for a family. Very comfortable! Awesome kitchen and family room conducive to hanging out and enjoying your loved ones company. Comfortable beds and bedrooms. Fantastic location--close to the beach (short walk) and also to great restaurants. Great amenities--house had everything we needed and more including bikes and beach gear. Lisa is a very responsive host; she responded to texts right away and we could feel she wanted us to have the best stay possible. We plan on coming back for another vacation at this home next summer!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2024
I'm genuinely happy when guests enjoy my home! Thank you for visiting Asbury and being such wonderful people to host. Hope we cross paths again!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

sue r.

Perfect location, beautiful property!

This house has incredible access to all that this area has to offer. It is an easy walk to the boardwalk, downtown Ocean Grove and downtown Asbury Park. The home is beautiful. Exceptionally decorated, comfortable furniture, clean, well laid out and organized. Our party, 6 adults, 2 children and 2 dogs were very comfortable during our stay. We had access to everything we could want the whole week from the basics like kitchen equipment, ample towels and linens and high performing washer/dryer to a beautiful, expansive garden, fountain and fire pit. We would absolutely love to rent this home again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2023
Sue and family, Bridge and I couldn't ask for better guests. Thanks for taking care of my home. It was an absolute pleasure having you at our home. Hope to see you in the area again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Amazing Vacation At the Asbury House

Our group of five adults and two kids spent a week at this house and had an amazing time. The house provided ample space to relax, including a beautiful backyard and a cozy front porch. It is truly just minutes from the beach and boardwalk, as well as the restaurants and shops on Cookman Avenue. We appreciated being able to hear music from the Summer Stage without being right there. The kitchen was fully equipped, the bedrooms and beds were incredibly comfortable, and having three bathrooms—two with showers and one with a bathtub—was very convenient. The house also comes equipped with everything needed for a great beach experience, including umbrellas, toys, and chairs. Before our arrival, I was a bit concerned about parking, but we had zero issues finding spots directly outside the house. If you can't tell, I highly recommend this house and would love to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 August 2024
Thanks for your generous review Danyel. I’m so happy everyone had a good time. I’m also thrilled about your parking comment. Thankfully parking has never been an issue. Hope to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

A wonderful homey oasis in the heart of Asbury Park!

I can’t say enough about this lovely, light-filled home that features all the comforts and conveniences you could ever want. Located on a quiet, tree-lined street, the home has so many special touches throughout. Our family (including dog Liam) spent most of our time in the fabulous backyard... lying on the hammock (surrounded by Bose sound system) eating dinner on the deck, grilling, listening to the fountain, and talking late into the night while tiki torches illuminated the yard. If we weren’t in the backyard then we were on the cozy front porch. The outdoor living spaces are amazing and so comfortable, and perfect for your furry friend- completely fenced and gated. The house is perfectly situated, two blocks from the beach and downtown restaurants, the Stone Pony and lovely parks. There are plenty of beach chairs, umbrellas, and beach towels too. I could go on and on... Thank you to Lisa for creating such a warm and wonderful home. Oh, and did I mention the chilled bottle of Proseco that awaited us when we arrived?! Not to mention a beach blanket for the new baby in our family! Just Wow.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2023
Megan, such kind words. Thank you!! Makes me feel good, I’m proud of the house and thrilled to hear you and your family enjoyed. Liam included ;-)

About the host

Hosted by Lisa DiBenedetto

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Nothing better than seeing how happy people are once they experience Asbury and a home built with lots of love. Best part of hosting!

Why they chose this property

Eclectic, old and new charm. A place where you can just be yourself.

What makes this property unique

There's a big difference between an investment property and sharing one's home. I hope this comes through during your stay. Heart and soul.

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