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NYC to ZEN - Walk to Beach, Ferry, & Restaurants + Hot Tub, Firepit, & Gym

Highlands vacation home with kitchen

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Smart TV, table tennis
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Highlands, NJ
  • Place, Twin Lights State Historic Site
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Hartshorne Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Monmouth County Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Highlands

Close to the beach.You'll find Twin Lights State Historic Site and Monmouth County Beach within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Gateway National Recreation Area and Hartshorne Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Twin Lights State Historic Site - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hartshorne Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Monmouth County Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Gateway National Recreation Area - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mount Mitchell Scenic Overlook - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Proving Ground Waterfront Dining - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Sandbox @ Seastreak Beach - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bahrs Landing - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Off The Hook Restaurant and Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Chubby Pickle - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

NYC to ZEN - Walk to Beach, Ferry, & Restaurants + Hot Tub, Firepit, & Gym

- Sandy Hook - 3min drive
- Seabright Downton/Beaches - 7min drive
- Via Ripa Beach (our favorite locals spot!) - 10min walk over bridge
- Highlands Bars/Restaurants (Bahrs, Proving Ground, Seafarer, Off the Hook) - all within 5min walk

Welcome to your ultimate coastal escape—just a Seastreak ferry ride away from NYC. This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom beach bungalow in Highlands, NJ, blends beachy-boho charm with spa-style amenities for the perfect weekend reset.

Spread across two floors, the home features light, airy, laid-back interiors, a fully equipped kitchen, and cozy, thoughtfully designed bedrooms. Step out onto the deck to grill on the gas BBQ, then wind down with a soak in the outdoor hot tub or gather around the fire pit under the stars. For an added wellness touch, rinse off in the outdoor shower or test your limits with a cold plunge bucket (ice available for purchase just down the block!).

Our private garage gym keeps your routine going strong, and when it's time to explore, you'll find coffee shops, restaurants, a dispensary, and a ton of great local bars all within walking distance. Sandy Hook Beach is 3 min drive, Sea Bright is just a quick drive away, Sandy and the ferry to NYC is less than a mile from your door.

Whether you're here to relax, recharge, or just get a taste of the Jersey Shore without the crowds—this spot checks every box.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is NYC to ZEN - Walk to Beach, Ferry, & Restaurants + Hot Tub, Firepit, & Gym to the airport?

This vacation home is 24.5 mi (43-min drive) away from the Belmar, NJ (BLM-Monmouth Executive) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does NYC to ZEN - Walk to Beach, Ferry, & Restaurants + Hot Tub, Firepit, & Gym have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is NYC to ZEN - Walk to Beach, Ferry, & Restaurants + Hot Tub, Firepit, & Gym to the beach?

This vacation home is 7.4 mi (14-min drive) from Long Branch Beach and 0.8 mi (2-min drive) from Monmouth County Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does NYC to ZEN - Walk to Beach, Ferry, & Restaurants + Hot Tub, Firepit, & Gym offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at NYC to ZEN - Walk to Beach, Ferry, & Restaurants + Hot Tub, Firepit, & Gym?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at NYC to ZEN - Walk to Beach, Ferry, & Restaurants + Hot Tub, Firepit, & Gym?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at NYC to ZEN - Walk to Beach, Ferry, & Restaurants + Hot Tub, Firepit, & Gym?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does NYC to ZEN - Walk to Beach, Ferry, & Restaurants + Hot Tub, Firepit, & Gym have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does NYC to ZEN - Walk to Beach, Ferry, & Restaurants + Hot Tub, Firepit, & Gym have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is NYC to ZEN - Walk to Beach, Ferry, & Restaurants + Hot Tub, Firepit, & Gym to downtown Highlands?

This vacation home is 0.5 mi away from Highlands.

NYC to ZEN - Walk to Beach, Ferry, & Restaurants + Hot Tub, Firepit, & Gym Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darryl S., Oldham Lancashire England

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little spot. As listed, was clean, looked like people hadn’t had shoes on inside we left ours near the door, which made it feel cleaner & comfortable. Kitchen well equipped. Near sea streak to NYC. Great having washer, hardly used dryer would have been less if has access to washing line outside. Nice touch owner leaving a bottle of washing up liquid & large bottles of good shampoo for stay. Owner always on other end of email for any help required. Really nice place Really good holiday.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Great place in great location to hit the beach. Danielle was easy to work with and prompt to answer any questions. Five star rating all the way!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming and Modern

This property is fully renovated, fresh and well-staged. The storage spaces were excellent. The appliances were modern and clean. The host Danielle was always responsive and found solutions to any questions we had. She was kind and trusting. The envirnoment was already known to us, therefore we enjoyed the location very much. Off street parking was also a bonus. We enjoyed this property. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
I loved everything about this trip. The house was beautiful—boho beachy vibes, super clean, and really unique. It honestly felt like a retreat. The gym was well equipped, which is a plus for me and my active fiancée! Also, the outdoor setup was on point. The outdoor shower at night, under the stars, was unreal. Hot tub sessions in the evening were also a favorite.The location was perfect—tons of spots to eat and drink nearby. Farmacie had amazing pastries. One day we walked over the bridge to a chill, low-key beach, and the next day we drove 8 minutes to Sea Bright. We didn’t even make it to Sandy Hook, but that’s on the list for next time. Definitely coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025