This holiday home puts you in the heart of Ocean City, within just a 10-minute stroll of Ocean City Boardwalk and Medieval Fantasy Mini Golf. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, free WiFi and a Smart TV. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features 2.5 bathrooms, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room and an iron/ironing board are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a water park. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Downtown Ocean City holiday home include Atlantic City Boardwalk and Ocean City Beach.
Atlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Wawa - 1 min walk
Johnson's Popcorn - 7 min walk
Manco & Manco Pizza - 7 min walk
Dead End Bakehouse - 8 min walk
Clancy's by the Sea - 6 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.
Four Blocks To Beach & Boardwalk + Pet Friendly
Please contact Owner via message before attempting to book a year out.
Location: We are on 13th Street between West and Asbury, four blocks from the beach and bay, close to Asbury shops & eateries, steps from Wawa, Wells Fargo, Piccini, and Walgreens. There is parking for one car in the driveway (there is a door on the driveway that cannot be blocked), you can block the mouth of the driveway with another car, and additional cars can find street parking around the house.
Home Sweet Shore Home is a 122 year old, three floor home that sleeps 10 with an open floor plan on the main floor allowing for the whole family to gather. Granite kitchen with stainless appliances has an island that seats three, dining table seats six, and a card table is available with four extra chairs for group dinners.
Relax on the sofa and love seat in front of the flat screen TV and pull over a small two seater for additional seating, gather around the coffee table to play games. Enjoy your morning coffee on the porch, or a book in the afternoon shaded by the awnings. Powder room located off the kitchen.
There are two bedrooms (one with a queen bed, one with a king bed) and two baths (one with standing shower, one with tub/shower) on the second floor. Up another flight of steps are two bedrooms on the third floor, connected by a door (walk through bedroom three to get to bedroom four). One bedroom has a queen and single bed, and one bedroom has a queen and two single bunk beds.
We are four blocks from the beach right in the middle of everything - walkable to anything downtown and the world famous Ocean City boardwalk. Ocean City is truly a great town to spend time in, perfect for families and groups of friends. Plenty to do and see! We'd love to have you stay with us.
NOTES: 1. There are only two TVs in the house - one in the living room, and one on the top floor. Both are Roku Smart TVs with no standard cable. There is Hulu live - that MUST remain logged in on the house account - and other streaming available & guests may use their own and log out upon departure. 2. It will appear you can park two cars in the drive. You cannot do that without also blocking the ground floor apartment door. 3. There is no central air. The main floor is cooled by a mini split. Every bedroom has window AC and fans. 4. If you are looking for new construction and new everything, there are many great places for you in Ocean City but we are not it!
We have: Wireless Internet, eight beach tags, outdoor shower (shared with ground level). Window AC in each bedroom. Wall AC on main floor. TV, books to borrow, and games to play in living room. Beach chairs, umbrella, boogie boards, and sand toys to use in cubby under house (we do not check outdoor items in between guests, please report if chairs or umbrellas are broken so we can replace immediately from a store in town). You bring sheets, towels, and beach towels. Kitchen hand towels, bath hand towels, and towel mats are provided.
Age: You must be 26 years old to sign our lease. No prom, senior week, or teenager vacation inquiries. Don't waste our time, and parents, don't rent on behalf of your teens. That will result in immediate eviction with no return of funds.
Pets: We are dog-friendly with an additional $100 fee. Dogs must be current on shots and flea/tick meds. If your dog leaves a mess, expect an additional charge upon check out. Dogs only, absolutely no other animals. If your dog is an incessant barker, we are not a good fit!
To reserve: signed contract is due within 24 hours and a 50% deposit is due within seven days. Reservations are not guaranteed until both contract and deposit are received and if not received within the dates provided, the week is still available and can be rented to someone else.
House rules: VRBO renters must sign and return our rental contract. Absolutely no eating in bedrooms, no political flags or signs on our balcony or railings, no senior week or under 26 rentals, no smoking any substance inside (outside only), musical instruments and dogs must be approved by owner, only one car in driveway, no flushing of anything other than natural waste and toilet paper in toilets, under bed storage is off-limits.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
11 steps to reach entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking outside only. Must use ashtrays
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
Near a health/beauty spa
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Water park
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks 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
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Recycling
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 26
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
Only 1 car in driveway, no political flags/signs on porch, only natural waste and toilet paper in toilets, under bed storage is off-limits.
Owner’s rental contract must be signed; if minors occupy our house and it has been rented on their behalf, eviction is immediate with no refunds
Upon departure:
Excessive cleaning: add $160 fee
Food/wrappers found in bedrooms: add $300 fee
Anything smoked in house: add $500 fee
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 3 pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Note from host: Dogs ONLY with fee. Contact owner before booking
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only. Must use ashtrays
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
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.
On-site 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 all accommodation.
We should mention
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
4br 4 Blocks To Beach Boardwalk
Four Blocks To Beach Boardwalk + Pet Friendly
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Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Four Blocks To Beach & Boardwalk + Pet Friendly?
The closest beach to Four Blocks To Beach & Boardwalk + Pet Friendly is Ocean City Beach (9.4 km).
Does Four Blocks To Beach & Boardwalk + Pet Friendly have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Does Four Blocks To Beach & Boardwalk + Pet Friendly have a waterslide?
No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.
Is Four Blocks To Beach & Boardwalk + Pet Friendly family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a water park, children's dinnerware and children's books, it's no surprise that Four Blocks To Beach & Boardwalk + Pet Friendly is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Four Blocks To Beach & Boardwalk + Pet Friendly?
No, Four Blocks To Beach & Boardwalk + Pet Friendly does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Four Blocks To Beach & Boardwalk + Pet Friendly?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Is there a golf course on site at Four Blocks To Beach & Boardwalk + Pet Friendly?
There isn't one on site, but Pirate Island Golf is a short 9-minute walk away.
Four Blocks To Beach & Boardwalk + Pet Friendly Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 27 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Corinna M.
26 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Charming and well equipped home in a great location. Host was top notch.
Corinna M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Katherine E.
6 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
It was a wonderful time and great place place to stay.
Katherine E.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
George W.
29 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, great location and plenty of room.Homeowner thought of everything, only needed to bring sheets and towels. Will definitely stay again
George W.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
dmwilkie
18 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
I stayed here with 3 friends, we’re basically senior citizens. The house was just as advertised, quaint and eclectic. The location was wonderful, only a short walk to everything. A couple of blocks to the boardwalk, near a Wawa, just a great location. Will definitely stay again.
dmwilkie
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Ben L.
27 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable stay in old house with great hosts
We really enjoyed our stay! The hosts were accommodating, friendly and helpful. The house itself was perfect for our family and a few friends to get good access to the boards and beach for fun and fishing. The house was comfortable. It is old, and the only downsides we found were there were no washer and dryer and no grill for cooking outside. But we did know that on the listing and booked anyway, so can't hold that against the host. Thanks Stephanie.
Ben L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Allison T.
1 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Can I give more than 5 stars?!
This house is absolutely perfect! Stephanie really thought of everything you may need. It was so nice having beach items and cooking items at our disposal without having to pack everything. The balcony was so relaxing and we loved spending time people watching and enjoying the ocean breeze. 4 short blocks to the boardwalk and beach was an absolute dream. Stephanie was so helpful with any questions before and during the stay. I have 1 year old twins so traveling can be intimidating with them not knowing what I will be going to and Stephanie took the time before our trip to help me figure out what room I could fit two pack and plays in which eased so much of my worries. I would 100% recommend this house to anyone and I look forward to booking it again in the near future!
Allison T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jo-Anna F.
8 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation spot
Wonderful property. Location convenient to beach and stores. House very clean. Host very responsive to questions and easy to work with. Kitchen well equipped and had many extras. Even has toys for the beach as well as indoor toys. Highly recommend.
Jo-Anna F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Diana O.
13 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location
The house is in a great location, Stephanie is great to communicate, house has everything you need and really excede our expectations, I will do this house next stay in ocean city
Diana O.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mary Jane E.
12 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
We really enjoyed our stay. The property is in a great location. Ice cream shop, bakery, Wawa, Walgreens and corner market all within a block. The property was supplied with everything you could need . I don’t think gates for the stairs were listed on inventory but their were two behind the sofa. The only problem was the bedrooms only had mini-blinds on the windows so the rooms were very bright as soon as the sun came up. We were lucky to buy sleeping masks at CVS. But we had a great time and the property was very nice
Mary Jane E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jerry W.
19 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
family vacation
had a great time, location and property worked for our family for all ages
Jerry W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lynde K.
21 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Home Away From Home - Amazing
This home was amazing and absolutely perfect! Stephanie is well more than a super host. The pictures capture the house but when you arrive in person - it is even more perfect. This home accommodated my mother-in-law, sister-in-law, my two children, husband and myself very comfortably. There was more than enough space for privacy and family time. It is located in the best location too. Easy walk to the boards and beach, and to the town for local shops, bakeries, etc. Stephanie has literally thought of every single need, you truly do not need to bring anything other than towels and sheets. The home was exceptionally clean, decorated adorably and has a happy, positive vibe. If you are looking for the perfect beach home - look no more. We can't wait to book again!
Lynde K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
17 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location .. enough room to comfortably fit all of us . Great hosts
Great place . Great experience
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Heather M.
13 Jun 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family vacation!
We had an absolutely great time! This property was perfect for our family vacation! Easy to walk to everything and plenty of space. This was our first time visiting OCNJ in about 20 years and Stephanie provided very helpful information about the area and house that made it easy to plan for our family. The house was very clean and lots of great extras provided to use like beach chairs, beach tags, umbrellas, & sand toys which helped greatly when packing for a week at the beach with a family. Overall it was a very great family vacation!
Heather M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jan K., Mifflinburg
14 Jul 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Vacation!
Stephanie is a very attentive host. She texts back very quickly. The place is cozy and charming and clean. It's decorated very "beachy" and gets you ready for the beach. You don't need and toilet paper, paper towels or kitchen essentials. It was hot the week we were the, the a/c worked great. There is great smelling hand soap at every sink and at least one hand sanitizer. There are plenty of hand towels to even replace at mid-week. The showers are good, we never ran out of hot water. We had 6 adults, 1 child, 1 infant and 1 dog. We had plenty of room. One thing I would change is to replace the coffee pot with a keurig. But the coffee pot was fine for week. Thank you, Stepanie, we would definitely come back here again.
Jan K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Monica C.
2 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Home Away from Home
Stephanie Doyle was a perfect host. The Doyle's home was clean and completely stocked with anything a family needs during their stay. The home was in a perfect location with parking. The rooms were spacious and our family of 7 had more than enough room. I would definiely recommend this home!
Monica C.
10/10 Excellent
Debbie C.
15 Jul 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Beach getaway
Two families with 7 kids and a dog with plenty of room. Kids space upstairs was great and having a door separate the rooms meant the littlest ones could sleep. Beds were comfortable. Everything you could need in the kitchen. Walking distance to everything. Also included were chairs, umbrellas, toys for the beach. Owner was great to work with. Hoping to go back and would definitely stay here again.
Debbie C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Nicole B.
1 Aug 2018
Wonderful week!
Stephanie's house is super cute! We loved all the pictures and beach decor. The kitchen has everything you need and we loved that the beach tags were included. The house is close to the beach and the boardwalk. We never had to move our car that week. Stephanie was super nice and even gave us a banner to hang up since my sister got engaged our first night there. She was very easy to get a hold of if we had a question. Would highly recommend this house! It was a wonderful vacation!
Nicole B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
Carol Y.
25 Jun 2018
The house was perfect for our family. Decorated so cute, super clean and so well equipped.
A quick walk to the beach and close to other amenities.
Carol Y.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
10/10 Excellent
Barbara S., Philadelphia
4 Jun 2018
Very cute Everything you need
Stephanie is wonderful The apartment is clean and decorated with a colorful beach theme Kitchen lacks nothing Loved the little porch that can sit 6 comfortably The bedrooms are on the 2 floors above living floor so nobody above you or below you Plenty of bathrooms Convenient location
Barbara S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
10/10 Excellent
Laura P.
29 Aug 2017
Great beach house
Very clean. Fun decor!! Owner makes every effort to make you feel at home and relaxed. Provided so much that made life easy such as paper towels, cleaning supplies, beach tags, beach chairs, sand toys... The list goes on. My kids had an entire floor to themselves and had a blast. The location was great -close to everything you could possibly want! My pup loved naps on the porch as well. We all had a great week!!
Laura P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
10/10 Excellent
Phylis C.
22 Aug 2017
Clean, Homey and Perks!
This home was great for us! The Doyles left beach tags and chairs and umbrella for her guests to save us the cost of renting..left help yourself bin in bathroom which my grandaughters loved! Dish towels, tons of dishes, plenty of paper towels, trash bags all of which we did not have to purchase. Having Wifi was great too..Huge screen TV and the best was it was pet friendly!!! Thanks for making our stay feeling homelike!
Phylis C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
8/10 Good
Kristin H.
17 Aug 2017
Great location!
My family comes to OC every other year and this was our first year at this property. I loved how convenient it was to food, boardwalk and the beach. The location was great, kitchen well stocked, owners super friendly and responsive! Love how the house was decorated and how there were lots of beds available for everyone. My only wish is for a washer/dryer which hopefully will be coming in the future :)
My family would definitely stay here again! Thanks Stephanie!
Kristin H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
10/10 Excellent
Ange D.
4 Aug 2017
lovely stay within blocks of the beach
I chose this house for our family vacation because of its size and the fact we might be able to bring a dog. After talking to the owner, she approved the dog we were bringing. So, we brought seven adults, two young boys and a bulldog mix to the beach for a week. It was family pandemonium but the house accommodated us all quite well. We even cooked in five out of seven nights. There was plenty of room and the third bathroom made life much easier. We had a minor plumbing issue but the owner got back to us within an hour and we had a plan in place. It was easily fixed and we went about the week.
We highly recommend this house. Cannot thank Stephanie enough!
Ange D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
8/10 Good
Megan B.
17 Jul 2017
Spacious, roomy and comfortable! A short walk to the boardwalk and beach.
Not having booked through VRBO, wasn't sure what to expected. The owner, Stephanie, is a dream to work with! The house was affordable, roomy and downright beautiful! Plenty of space for our families. We didn't feel like we were on top of each other. Loved having a front porch to drink my morning coffee, and to enjoy all day and night.
A short 4 block walk to the boardwalk and beach-we went back and forth all day and night and our teenagers could just go on their own without their folks. Asbury Avenue is a quick walk around the corner and is full of cute, eclectic, arty shops mixed in with delicious foodie restaurants and stores. Check out the farmers market at the Tabernacle church on Wednesdays where local food and art stands are featured.
Ocean City is a a dry town, so there are no bars or liquor stores, but you can BYO in. Its quiet all night! I didn't have to worry about my kids being on their own at the boardwalk. The boardwalk has theme nights so be sure to look at the schedule. Next time I will try to bring our bikes because the town is very bike friendly. There are bike rentals, but it would be cheaper to bring them from home.
We've stayed in Atlantic City and Wildwood before but my teenage daughter fell in love with OC so much she took a selfie and captioned it never going to leave!
I'm already thinking of coming back next summer. Best week I've had in a long time! I can't thank you enough!
Megan B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
8/10 Good
Terry N.
13 Jul 2017
Very comfortable place to stay
We always enjoy our stay in OCNJ. We were able to park our car and not move it for the whole week. Easy to get down town or to the beach from here.