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Beach nearby, sun loungers
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms2200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Sea Isle CIty, NJ
  • Sea Isle City Beach
    5 min walk
  • 7 Mile Beach
    4 min drive
  • Pirate Island Golf
    4 min drive
  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County)
    30 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Sea Isle City

With a stay at this vacation home in Sea Isle City (Townsend's Inlet), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Sea Isle City Beach and 7 Mile Beach. .This family-friendly vacation home is 12.8 mi (20.5 km) from Ocean City Boardwalk and 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from Morey's Piers.
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What's nearby

  • Sea Isle City Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • 7 Mile Beach - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Pirate Island Golf - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Cape May County Zoo - 15 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Ocean City Beach - 23 min drive - 8.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kix-McNutley's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Casino - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Carmen's Seafood Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ricks Breakfast House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Juice Pod - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Outstanding property! Great reviews, great views easy walk to beach bay & dining

"Wow!" "The photos don't do this house justice!" We hear this over and over when guests arrive! PLEASE NOTE: NO GROUPS accepted, unless every person staying is 28 or older! Interior and exterior- just painted, while bedrooms were recently painted, and new flooring as well as area rugs were installed throughout.

We would love to personally welcome you to your shore "home away from home" at the Castle Beach House... where we strive to continually upgrade conveniences and comforts to make your well-deserved vacation a time of carefree refreshing, making precious memories with family and friends. If you prefer, we also offer "CONTACT-LESS check-in."

Our home is great for families, particularly young families, and is ideal for retreats and get-a-ways.

This spacious 4 bedroom – 2 bath Townsend Inlet home is just two and a half short blocks from the ocean and one block to the bay. Enjoy breath-taking sunsets over the wetlands from the wraparound DECK which features beautiful deck furniture -large rectangular table with lots of comfy chairs. Marvel at the panoramic views of the island from the newly remodeled turret/sun room, as you unwind in style after a fun-filled day on the beach!

This unique and graciously appointed home, which was constructed by a builder for his own family, has been fully upgraded to offer comfortable accommodations for our valued guests. -Granite kitchen counter tops with glass tile back splashes and new kitchen lighting create a warm ambience for family dining. Keurig as well as traditional coffee makers are provided. A GRACO high chair, as well as a Graco Pack 'N' Play, and lots of child-friendly extras are provided for the convenience and pleasure of our guests! We are pleased to offer for your relaxed family-time card table/chairs for puzzles and games.

With a cathedral ceiling, skylights and updated gas fireplace –the Great Room is spacious & perfect for snuggling in with that special someone. Your cozy beach home has a 65" HDTV with surround sound, 3 more TVs, HIGH SPEED INTERNET, WiFi, board games & books.

Your relaxing home away from home offers beach: tags umbrella & chairs. NO GROUPS unless all members are 28 or older No:PETS/SMOKING.

1st Level-Full Bathroom - new in 2023 walk in shower & ADA approved toilet, Laundry Room, Bedroom #1-Queen; Bedroom #2-Queen Bedroom # 3- 2 twin beds.

NOTE: Fully encased zippered anti-allergy MATTRESS encasements (covers) as per Cape May Co. Health Dept.recommendations for all beds, including Queen Sleeper Sofa.

2nd Level-Great Rm -65" TV; gas fireplace; Queen Sleeper Sofa & Loveseat, Large Eat-In Kitchen-Black/Silver appliances, including full refrigerator with ice maker, Keurig, drip coffeemakers, Ninja Bullet, toaster, blender, etc. with an oversized pantry. Full Bath with tub and shower. Bedroom # 4 -2 twin beds- memory foam mattresses.

Turret/Sun Room- From the deck, ascend the spiral staircase to your own private retreat! Drink in bay breezes, experience glorious sunsets, or just cuddle up with that exciting book you've been meaning to read.

Safety- There are fire extinguishers, carbon monoxide detectors, an emergency kit (food, water, 1st aid supplies, evacuation info), childproof outlet covers, as well as contact info for pharmacy and medical centers. Cape May County Health Dept protocols for cleaning are strictly followed!

~Doing whatever we can to facilitate a lovely and carefree vacation for our guests is our duty and privilege! ~

Please note:
We offer reservations throughout the year. Long weekends and weeks. For two or more week vacations- we offer a discount.

Please bring sheets, comforters, blankets, pillows and towels. Provided are: BEACH: tags(6); 6 beach chairs, umbrellas , as well as a beach wagon and Wonder Wheeler (beach cart) for your convenience!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. The vacation home has a memory foam bed and a sofa bed. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A flat-screen television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a water park or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Property Owner

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking or vaping out of respect for guests

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Graco Pack'n'Play, Highchair, wagon, toys.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Subject to approval by owner.
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Outstanding property! Great reviews, great views easy walk to beach bay & dining Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 106 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 106 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location in a calm but fun beach town
We loved our stay at Ellen and Jim’s home. We were able to gather at the end of a long day around the table, or hang out in the upstairs family room and watch TV. The beds were comfortable and the location was great. We would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Host and Home
Ellen is super friendly and makes sure you have everything you need to have the best trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
COMFY CASTLE!
We had a fantastic week at the Castle Beach House! it is so nice to be greeted at arrival by Ellen our hostess with so much enthusiasm for her guests to see the house and learn so much about Sea Isle City! They have put together a wonderful binder of just about everything you need to know about the house, history, and activities proved in the area. Also a section with restaurants with the ratings of previous guests! this beach area is definitely not a city. it is a vibrant community with dedication to providing a lot of outdoor activities for families with no charge. Since we had several cooler days with red flags at the beach we spent time playing pickle ball, enjoying a very large play ground, riding bikes and fishing/crabbing from a beautiful pier. This southern end of the island is very narrow and quiet which provides a feeling of having your own beach and inlet at close range. Now for the biggest hit for the kids! THE TURRET ROOM! Immediately upon arrival all the kids of all ages had to run up and inspect that room! it became the highlight of a lot of imaginative play and a game room. Bottom line...when you are picking a vacation spot with kids in mind it is so nice to find a place that everyone can feel comfortable and not worry about a lot of fancy furniture or breaking valuables. And a real perk was having Ellen and Jim as hosts who enjoyed answering questions and care about their guests of all ages.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William W., Plymouth Meeting

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach stay
Short walk to the beach in Sea Isle city but very quiet neighborhood. Quaint clean home as advertised. Owners were very attentive to our needs. Weather could’ve been better but we had an enjoyable time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark E., Hockessin

Liked: Cleanliness
Sea Isle Family Vacation
The home was great and exactly as outlined in the description. We were pleasantly surprised at how quiet and peaceful the area of Sea Isle where the house was located even in the middle of August. The hosts were super hospitable. We would definitely recommend this home!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great week in Sea Isle City
Our family of five, plus a few friends, enjoyed our week in this clean, spacious condo. Great location, excellent climate control and wonderful hosts made this a week to remember. We spent a lot of time at the beautiful beach, and also made trips to Ocean City for the rides, Cape May for the zoo, and Avalon got shopping/ dinner!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property! Great hosts!
The property was exactly as described and had everything we needed. The hosts were attentive and very easy to work with. We use VRBO a lot, and this definitely was one of the more accurately described properties! Thank you for a great stay and for the awesome weather you provided too!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Weekend
The house was everything we wanted to celebrate a family wedding. The owners are wonderful, communication great, and the house had everything we needed. We even took “groom’s getting ready” photos in the upstairs great room. Thank you to James and Ellen
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert P., Norristown

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing weekend
Ellen and Jim were amazing host! The house was spotless, very accommodating, and an great location. Will definitely be revisiting this listing again! Thanks for the amazing stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

CATHARINE C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Last week of summer
We had a wonderful week. The house was everything we expected. Too much rain but we had a great week. Thanks again Ellen. Joe and Cathy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

michele r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house
Great owners Amazing facilities - all beach needs met Clean Easy accessible to everything House is set up for family moments and alone time Turret is fabulous Could not ask for a better rental Thanks Jim and Ellen
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

diana f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family time at the beach
We had a wonderful stay at the castle beach house. Ellen and Jim were very kind, responsive hosts. Location is perfect and the home was comfortable for nine of us. We hope to come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Wonderful Stay !!
Ellen was the perfect host ! She happily greeted us we a warm friendly welcome. We were celebrating a family reunion and found her home the perfect location, well equipped and plenty of room. Also loved the outdoor deck area where you can view the bay and beautiful sunsets. The off street parking was also a real plus. Ellen also provided lots of beach necessities and was there for anything you needed. Five stars for location, condition and great communication. Will be returning !!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

jean d., Lansdowne PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Sea Isle Fun
Ellen and Jim are 2 of the best hosts we have ever encountered. Ellen took time to greet us and explain various aspects of their home . She also had a list of current activities at the shore . They are very courteous and attentive to guests needs . Their home was comfortable with plenty of room for the adults and kids. The beach was only a few blocks and the bay even closer .We truly had a wonderful time! Thank you !! Jean , Frank and Family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria E., Philadelphia, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for a week at the beach
My family had a wonderful time at the castle! Hosts had great communication and even even provided a list of activities that we could do in the area.Thank you for a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sea Isle
-The owners couldn't be nicer! They are very communicative and aim to please. -The location is great and convenient to all Sea Isle offers. -The kitchen has necessary cooking/serving items. -Beach chairs, umbrellas and carriers were provided. -The home was clean upon arrival; however, the decor (including bedspreads) is older. Renters can expect a late 1980's upside-down style shore house (3 bedrooms downstairs and 1 upstairs) with comfortable mattresses. We suggest bringing your own bedspreads or blankets. -We did not have a problem with ants as mentioned in other reviews, so it looks like that has been addressed. -The TV streaming was intermittent and buffering, and the owner was looking into fixing/upgrading the WiFi.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Beach House in Great Location
Homeowner first sent us community information listing events and things to do in the area prior to the vacation. Then she greeted us upon arrival and showed us the beach house. The home was clean and nicely appointed. The beds were comfortable. The house location was very nice, just a few blocks from the beach and a block from the bay where we went crabbing with the provided crab traps. The kids were excited as they caught 26 crabs in about 45 minutes. The house had everything the 8 of us needed for the week including beach chairs and a buggy to tote everything to the beach. We walked to sunset pier for dinner, scoops ice cream shop and Blitz's Market are just a few short blocks away. We had a great time and would definitely come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

jodie s.

Liked: Cleanliness
summer vacation
Ellen and Jim were wonderful. Our family greatly appreciated their attentiveness from the moment we arrived until the minute we left. They went out of their way to make sure our vacation was fantastic in every way. We hope to visit again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Angela M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice location but needs a good cleaning
The house was not as clean as we expect, and they also have a major ant problem, which I have since come to find out the hosts already knew about. Apparently they had an exterminator out a few weeks before our stay, but knowing this, they should have been extra diligent with making sure the problem was resolved and thoroughly cleaning the place before we arrived. There were ants everywhere, and I mean everywhere. When we started to look closer, there were ants in the bathrooms on both floors, dead ants and dust along the baseboards of the downstairs bedrooms, and we even saw some dead ants under the glass of a picture on the wall! We didn't really want to use the kitchen since ants would be on the counter and in cabinets, plus the spices available in the cabinet were old and stale (probably also had ants in them, but didn't check that closely). Overall the house served its purpose, but we could not be super comfortable. Also the Wi-Fi doesn’t work, but that wasn't a big deal for us on this particular trip. Check-in process was in-person & a bit lengthy. If given the option, I'd prefer self-check in. It would be great to at least have hand towels in the bathroom and kitchen, even though we have to provide our own linens and bath towels. But to give a few pros: Ellen is nice and was very communicative. The house is nicely laid out & in a nice location, walkable to beach or bay, playgrounds and some restaurants and shops. Unfortunately, we would not stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect Memorial Day family weekend!
I know others have said this, but the pictures just don’t do this house justice! Loved all the windows and sliders keeping it bright with the perfect breeze coming through. Ellen and Jim thought of everything and were the perfect hosts! There wasn’t one amenity we needed or wanted that wasn’t already provided. The kitchen has everything and has lots of space. The deck is the perfect place to enjoy coffee in the morning and a beautiful view of the sunset in the evening. The grass yard was such a bonus! Allowed us plenty of space to play and entertain. We loved this new find and definitely plan to return!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mariann B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Beach Get Away
2nd time renting. The home is very comfortable and has what you need while away from home. Jim and Ellen are wonderful hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We were in town for a few days for a family wedding. Great location, and Ellen was a great host!
Ellen was great at giving us information in advance of our stay and making sure the check in process was smooth, even though we arrived several hours later than anticipated.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

David O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic House
My friends and I had a great time at this place. The hosts were extremely helpful leading up to our stay as well as during. The overall house was extremely clean and well maintained. I could not recommend this house enough to any group.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends weekend get away
Jim and Ellen were friendly and gracious hosts! Ellen’s communications with me were both professional and thorough. The property was in a lovely and quieter area within walking distance to both bay and beach. The house, although in need of a few updates, was well appointed and a perfect set up for a girls weekend getaway. The living room and kitchen area were both spacious enough for our group. The beds were comfortable. And adequate extra beach equipment was a bonus. We would there stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donamarie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ample space and great location
Ellen was super nice and checked in via text which was appreciated. We only reached out once when we were looking for an additional beach chair and James left us one very quickly. Space: There is a lot of space for the group. The open floor plan was really nice for sharing meals with our crew of 8. New kitchen countertops, fridge and stove. Bedrooms: I am fussy about bedding so I brought an extra blanket and pillow and I was glad I did. In addition to the ceiling fans, there are extra fans in the closets which our family likes the white noise from them. Location: You can see the sunsets from the deck which was lovely. The lifeguards were not set up on our beach block and our group likes to swim. We walked about 4 blocks to get to the guarded beach. Otherwise, the beach is more like 2 blocks for walking or just sitting and enjoying the views. Overall, this place was a great stay for the price and flexibility if you don't want to stay for a full week.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022