Beach and Bay Getaway in Sandy Hook NJ!

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Dryer
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Washer
Pet friendly
Outdoor Space

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Highlands, NJ

Sandy Hook Lighthouse
‪3 min walk‬
Monmouth County Beach
‪12 min walk‬
Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area
‪5 min drive‬
New York, NY (JRB-Downtown Manhattan Heliport)
‪80 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Newly renovated 3 BR; 1 bath; uniquely located in Sandy Hook's Officers Row with ocean views and an abundance of outdoor activities to keep everyone entertained. Sleeps 8-10. 1st fl : Full kitchen; LR with pullout couch 2nd fl: Large Master BR with king bed; BR with Queen 3rd Fl - two twins; BSMT W/D and Ping Pong table; Walking distance to the Beach, the Bay, Bike Riding/Hiking Paths; Historic sites ie Lighthouse /History House. Outside space has beautiful porch and a BBQ and picnic tables.

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Highlands

Located in Highlands, this vacation home is on the waterfront. PNC Bank Art Center and First Avenue Playhouse Dessert Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Marine Park and Holmdel Swim & Tennis Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Monmouth Park or MCU Park. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing, motor boating, and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.

Highlands, NJ

What's nearby

Sandy Hook Lighthouse - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Monmouth County Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
New York Aquarium - 71 min drive - 83.8 km
Coney Island Beach - 85 min drive - 86.4 km

Getting around

Woodbridge Station - 42 min drive
Linden, NJ (LDJ) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

‪On The Deck Restaurant and Bar - ‬16 min drive
‪The Atlantic House - ‬16 min drive
‪The Seafarer Bar - ‬12 min drive
‪Nicholas Creamery - ‬15 min drive
‪Chilangos - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach and Bay Getaway in Sandy Hook NJ! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Beach and Bay Getaway in Sandy Hook NJ!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach and Bay Getaway in Sandy Hook NJ!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beach and Bay Getaway in Sandy Hook NJ! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Gateway National Recreation Area and Sandy Hook Lighthouse. New Jersey Sea Grant Consortium and Monmouth County Beach are also within 15 minutes.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Feb 24, 2025

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

Sandy Hoook

Great property in an amazing location. Seeing the lighthouse and the bay from the windows is special. Would stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ytonna F.

Sep 22, 2024

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

Sandy hook trip

Had fun staying in the historic building on Sandy Hook. Would highly recommend

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy D.

Sep 12, 2024

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

Perfect place. Just wonderful!

Perfect stay. Perfect location. We will definitely be back again. This place is awesome all the way around. We had an amazing stay. Everything is close by and easily accessible. 😌

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karin L.

Jan 10, 2025

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

Perfect Location, Awesome House

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay here on Sandy Hook. We love the outdoors (any time of the year) so staying here gave us perfect access to miles of trails and exploring Ft. Hancock. It was also a great location to travel to other areas of interest such as New York City, Asbury Park, the American Dream Mall, among others. The house was beautiful, immaculate, the renovation well done, and well appointed with all that we needed for our stay. The Mule Barn was a convenient short walk up the road with good food and a great atmosphere. Owner was responsive, accommodating, and a pleasure to work with. We look forward to staying here again in the future.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki C.

Aug 11, 2023

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

Excellent location

We loved the location on Sandy Hook and the duplex was nicely redone.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack S.

May 24, 2024

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

A Historic Gem

Wonderful and unique location at Fort Hancock on Sandy Hook. Surrounded by both nature and history. Plenty of places to explore. We will definitely return.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

Jul 1, 2023

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

Beach Vacation

The property was very nice. Everything was clean and in good condition. We enjoyed our stay at the house. Great area!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arthur M.

Oct 28, 2024

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

Reunion

This is a great and comfortable property. The views from the front porch, and watching the sun set over the water are amazing. We made use of the kitchen and it was very well appointed other than lacking a cutting board. The small living room was a great place to talk and watch some football with the sun coming through the windows. The bedroom were comfortable and spacious. We all went to high school at Sandy Hook and really enjoyed being back there for the weekend.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betsy R.

Nov 27, 2023

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

November Stay

It was clean and comfortable. Had almost everything in the kitchen, loved the privacy and being able to walk everywhere in the park was great. The Mule Shed was fun and on the same road, easy! Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

Jun 19, 2023

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

Incredible place

It was amazing to stay on Sandy Hook in refurbished quarters. We loved the kitchen and the front porch especially. Beds were comfortable. Lots of great places to explore and enjoy. We had a big group and it worked pretty well.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

May 28, 2023

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

Great place to stay

This property is in the perfect spot for going to the beach, NYC, an event at MetLife Stadium and a quiet getaway. The rental was beautiful, well equipped and maintained. Would definitely recommend this for a summer vacation! Gorgeous sunsets, ferry to NYC within minutes, cool evening breezes and wonderful beaches all in one place.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Aug 13, 2023

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

Living History

Our stay at Fort Hancock was like going back in time! Our house was beautifully decorated, clean and right in the middle of everything. Our host was welcoming and accommodated our every need. The national seashore was breathtaking. Run don’t walk to an amazing vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

Dec 10, 2023

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

Unique Experience

Amazing Sergeant’s quarters which were renovated into a beautiful home. We had 24 hour access to a national park. There is so much history here. Make sure to visit the Mule Barn Bar.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellena M.

Jan 5, 2024

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

Sandy Hook Memories

My husband stayed at this property with his three best friends from high school who all went to MAST which is on Sandy Hook 25 years ago. They loved the property and the location. There was a new restaurant that just opened on the Hook as well as an added bonus. Now our sons, 10 and 13, want to go and stay! We will be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G., Franklin

Dec 20, 2022

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

Beautiful place

Very nice area. House was good! There are pathways to walk and ride bikes. Lots of wildlife. Seemed like we were in the wilderness but only a 40 minute ferry ride to NYC. Owner was easy to deal with and very helpful!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

Mar 2, 2023

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

A peaceful and charming getaway

We are so fortunate to be able to stay right in Fort Hancock in this charming property. The house was comfortable and clean. The seals were at the bay for the winter. Dan was available to answer any questions we had. We love exploring the Fort, the bay, and the beach. There are so many areas to take long walks. Winter is a great time to be at Sandy Hook. It is a beautiful area to visit.

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

patrick k.

Jul 16, 2023

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

Great property

We had a great stay here at Fort Hancock in sandy hook. House was even better than the pictures showed. The property gives you great access to the whole park, nearby bars and restaurants, whale watching. Easy to Uber in and out of town. Had a great relaxing 3 days and would 100% rent this again. House is comfortable for 4 or 5 singles and up to 7-8 if you have a bunch of couples. Updates in the kitchen bathroom and queen and king rooms are very nice in the house and you can’t beat the location.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kristin H.

Sep 16, 2024

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

Disliked: Communication

Great location, perfect for families

Fantastic location in Historic Fort Hancock on Sandy Hook! So quiet and peaceful, and lots of outdoor space for kids to explore and run around. The house is nicely set up for families, with a few quirks. It is an old home, so expect the normal creaky doors and floors. The door to the upstairs bedroom with the twin beds got stuck closed a few times, which was a little scary with kids in the room. That bedroom is also much warmer than the rest of the house, which isn’t a problem, but just keep that in mind. There is a nice fan provided to help with that. The kitchen had some nice pots and pans, but they were pretty dirty when we arrived, so we had to scrub them before use. We also had to ask for check-in instructions since we hadn’t heard from the property and wasn’t sure when we would receive them. After messaging them, we heard back about 24 hours before check-in. Overall, a lovely location, quiet, close to the beaches, and great for a getaway.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

TJ K.

May 29, 2024

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

Perfect Location

This is a duplex property by unit A and B and will be shared with another tenant. This information was not mentioned. AC wasn’t working and a house was very hot at night especially second floor and third floor. Ping Pong table located to too close between two walls so it was not easy to play. There are three parking spots and will be shared by other units. Host allowed us to use other property parking spaces so this wasn’t issue. Wifi was extremely slow so we didn’t bother to their Wifi during the stays. Location is perfect. You literally walk everywhere from this property. 10 minutes walks to North Beach, 2 minutes to the restaurant and ice cream shop. Host lives close to this property so he was able to visit to check out the AC situation.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan R.

Nov 9, 2022

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

Fantastic!

What a fantastic little gem! This property was exactly what we required and more. Clean, updated, comfortable and spacious. It had a wonderful mix of modern conveniences and historic field. Quiet natural setting was peaceful and relaxing. I absolutely will be returning.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason M., Indiana

Oct 11, 2022

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

Jersey Shore like I never imagined!

This is not the Jersey Shore vacation I imagined; it was so much more! The house is located on a historic Army base that is surrounded by national park reserve (don't be surprised or discouraged by the condition of the other buildings, hopefully they will one day be returned to their previous glory like this one!). The combination of these two things makes for an incredible vacation spot with history, hiking, sky line views of New York, and tons of beach!!! On top of that, the location removes you from the business while still having access to almost anything you could want to do. Our kids especially loved the loft/attic bedroom that they got to stay in. The adults loved the front porch! We all just absuletly loved it!!! Thanks for an amazing vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doreen N.

Sep 4, 2022

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

End of summer trip

Was great.

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Richard G.

Jul 29, 2022

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

Nicely restored, ideally located.

Nice property, near beaches and water sports. Comfortable and a great front porch.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheelagh C.

Jun 24, 2022

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

Jersey Gem

Loved the shore cottage feel of our Sergeant's home which overlooked the bay. A plus that our friend's family was also renting the duplex property across the field too! We have always loved Sandy Hook for its nature preserve and quiet without the bustle of a boardwalk. Who needs arcades and rides when you have a coastline bike trail and so much history to discover? The home was lovely, clean. I especially loved the comfort of the bed, an amazing respite while on vacation. We enjoyed playing ping pong and Connect 4 along with our treks to the sandbars with our dog. Truly a Jersey gem!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

B S.

Feb 21, 2022

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

Absolutely Perfect Getaway

We absolutely loved our stay in Ft Hancock. The house is absolutely charming. There was so much to see and it was fascinating learning about the history of the place. We loved walking around early morning before people started coming into the park. We plan to visit again for a longer time. It was a perfect relaxing weekend getaway.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

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1 bathroom

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