For those visiting New Jersey (NJ), there’s always going to be something new to do no matter the season! During spring and summer, stop by the sunny shores of Ocean City, where the bustling boardwalk makes for great daytime entertainment. When the cold mountain wind starts to tug at your scarf, head over to a spa and warm yourself up.
Here in NJ, there’s enough space for everyone - check out 10 of these Airbnb vacation rentals suitable for the solo traveller and even the largest of families!
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 08, 2024.
1. Classy room in Westfield (from 45 USD)
Stop by Emma’s comfortable cottage located just 5 minutes away from Westfield’s train station. Featuring a lovely single-bed perfect for the backpacker, sink into your luscious sheets after a long ride up here. Head down to the main living area and prepare to be mesmerised by the fragrance of freshly-baked cookies - the entire house is filled with the scent of homemade food, courtesy of the hosts’ amazing culinary skills! Feel free to laze around on the cushy leather couches with a light read in hand. Wash away the stress of the day by soaking yourself in the hot tub provided in this vacation rental.
Classy Room
Address: Westfield (see map)
Price: from 45 USD
Number of Guests: 1
2. Luxury apartment in New Brooklyn (from 149 USD)
Featuring a nine-foot (2.7 metres) vaulted ceiling with beautifully carved hardwood floors, live a life of luxury here in this Airbnb studio apartment in the bustling neighbourhood of Brooklyn. Have the world at your feet (literally!) as you look through the enormous glass windows, all while enjoying an elegant glass of wine to wind down. Feel free to cook up a romantic dinner for you and your significant other - the kitchen has everything that you need (except the candles!) Head back to your vacation room for 2 - the lavishly furnished queen-sized bed may make it a challenge for you to crawl out of bed the next day!
Luxury Apartment
Address: New Brooklyn (see map)
Price: from 149 USD
Number of Guests: 2
3. The little fisherman's cottage in Ocean City (from 200 USD)
Tucked away on the main streets of the Ocean City Riviera neighbourhood, this cosy bayside retreat is perfect for the journeying couple looking for a quiet place to settle down in. Furnished with vintage trinkets reminiscent of a fisherman’s lifestyle, the wooden oars and fishing baits add a rustic touch to the otherwise simple interior of this Airbnb vacation rental. Stocked up with informative books about nearby bodies of water and tricks about deep sea diving, go over a few of the hosts’ personal collection of books as you enjoy a simple homemade breakfast. Decorated with antique drawings collected over the years, fall asleep while snuggling up with your partner in the comfortable double-bed.
The Little Fisherman's Cottage
Address: Ocean City (see map)
Price: from 200 USD
Number of Guests: 2
4. Charming studio apartment in Princeton (from 175 USD)
Located in the heart of Princeton, take a trip down to this quaint studio apartment overlooking Palmer Square where you can grab a morning coffee from the cafè downstairs while still having the town’s peace to yourself. Head up to your loft for 2, where the vintage filament bulbs light up the room with a soft glow. The main living area has everything that you need, including a small collection of books and a fireplace - perfect for chilly winter evenings, where you can lounge on the couch snuggled under a blanket, with a good read in hand. Melt the jet lag away with a cup of steaming hot espresso at the coffee station.
Charming Studio Apartment
Address: Princeton (see map)
Price: from 175 USD
Number of Guests: 2
5. Nautical-themed beach house in Sea View (from USD 381)
If you can’t get enough of the beach life, then this Airbnb apartment is just the house for you! Decorated with nautical-themed ornaments, wake up to the sounds of crashing waves right outside your doorstep. Swim off to dreamland with the dolphins in the ocean-themed rooms with the 2 sizeable queen-sized beds for you to pick from. On hot summer days, hide indoors with the air-conditioning on full blast as you tune into the newest shows on cable TV. When the sun is less harsh, head out to the backyard for a whiff of fresh air!
Sea Bright, New Jersey, United States
42.48 km (26.4 mi) from Lenape ParkAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
on the back of the house is the canal with comfortable chairs where you can just relaxthere is a nice yard in the back that has a grill and table to eat atvery comfortable little apartment and chris and his cleaner/ housekeeper were lovely and very helpfulcomfortable leather sofa to watch tv while relaxingthe house was great and has plenty of room for a family of fiveCleanliness:
very clean very comfortablethe place was exactly as pictured and clean as a whistlenice place right on the beach very clean and comfortableHost:
the owner is very responsive and helpfulthe hosts are easy to communicate withthe hosts are really nice and accommodatinggreat host comfortable space very happy with our accommodationschris was really quick and responsive with any questions we had during our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
great location with excellent beach accessgreat location to all resturants and shopsit's a great place in a fabulous locationwe loved that it was so close to the beachgreat space in a fantastic location
6. Vintage apartment in Cranford (from USD 277)
Suitable for large families of 6, book a stay here at Dano’s apartment located in the arms of nature - the huge neighbourhood park with running trails are a hit for family trips! Pick from the master bedroom with a cushy double bed, or the upstairs loft with a homely bed that also doubles up as a day couch. For the little ones, the pull-out sofa makes for an awesome mattress! Feel free to indulge in a game of late night pool if you have difficulties falling asleep.
Cranford, New Jersey, United States
1.21 km (0.8 mi) from Lenape ParkAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the house is clean and the kitchen tools are really nicethe pool table is a big plus bathrooms are also clean and well stockeddano is the best he was very thoughtful he had snacks for us the place was clean and comfortableHost:
dano is a gracious hostdan was a great host- he made us feel right at home and was very friendly and warmthanks dano he is kind and helpful all the timeRead more reviewsLocation:
the house is really nice and is located in a safe quiet neighborhoodwe would definitely stay at dano's place again the next time we go on vacation in the area
7. The Hepburn house in Greenwich (from USD 509)
This newly renovated Airbnb glass cabin is a modern gem found in the serene wilderness of Cohansey River. Spacious enough for a crowd of 11, take a trip down to Greenwich with your extended family today! The living space is a paradise for the modern minimalist - classy monotone furniture line the interior, fusing aesthetically pleasing designs with absolute functionality. With a total of 4 rooms for you to choose from, the luxurious queen-sized sleepers will definitely have you in a deep sleep till the next day! Feel free to contact the host for more room pictures if you need extra reference. On the scorching hot summer days, jump into the pristine waters of your own private pool! Well-said, and summed up in just four words!
Greenwich, New Jersey, United States
165.21 km (102.7 mi) from Lenape ParkSuperhost
Accommodates: 8
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the views the decor the amenities we loved the pool kayaks and paddle boardsbeds were very comfortable lots of seating in living room deck and poolthe pool (with rafts floats and lounge chairs ) was a fun place to relaxproperty has multiple areas for entertainment two fireplaces and comfortable furniture to lounge onthe house is beautiful equipped with every kitchen applianceCleanliness:
very clean place and easy communication great for families and getawaysevery room was comfortable clean and cozythe house was spotless and the decor is lovelywow if you are looking for a beautiful secluded clean get away then look no furtherHost:
owner and manager were very responsiveshe was kind and helpfulthe host michelle was just lovelywe enjoyed our stay immensely and the host jamie was easy to reach with questions and concernshost was very responsive during the stayRead more reviewsLocation:
it is the perfect location to relax and get away from the cityamazing property on the must beautiful locationthe hepburn is a serene locationwe couldn’t have asked for a better locationbeautiful house amazing location extremely stylish (as are their other properties)
8. The pumpkin house at Branchville
Built from stone, the Pumpkin House here at Hickory Corner looks like it just popped up from a fairytale book! With a total of 8 sleeping spaces, this place is perfect for a summer staycation with your pals! Squeeze in with the crowd in the room with 5 single beds, or fall asleep to the dancing flames in the fireplace on the queen-sized bed. Feel free to contact the host for more bedroom pictures! The living room area in this vacation rental has plenty of room for a boisterous dinner feast or a lazy Sunday night in.
68.26 km (42.5 mi) from Lenape Park
9. Woodland retreat in Newton
Surrounded by the serenity of Mother Nature, wake up to the panoramic views of clear blue waters and bask in the warm glow of the morning light here at Ruth’s lakefront cabin. The oaken interior serves as a warm welcome for a journeying family of four - complete with a rocking chair and cosy fireplace, spend the colder months lazing next to a merry fire. Opt for the window-side dining area for a lovely view of the flourishing forests around you. At the end of a long day, choose from the queen-sized bed spacious enough for the cuddly couple, and the bunk beds for the energetic little ones.
Newton, New Jersey, United States
52.26 km (32.5 mi) from Lenape ParkAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
good cell service but added bonus of no wifi or television for a disconnected stayit has plenty of kitchenware nice towels and sheets and comfortable furnitureeverything we needed was there and lots of fun extras like swim noodles lounge chairs gogglesfishing hiking bbq camp fire swimming coffee on the dock it was greatit's spacious and comfortable with a big fully-equipped kitchen and living/dining room fireplace comfy bedroomsCleanliness:
everything was clean and well maintainedplace was very clean and well-keptthe house was very clean and neatthe cabin was clean and spaciousi appreciate how clean the house and property isHost:
the hosts were great providing directions and suggestions on where to goshe was super nice and informativeruth was a lively host and kept in contact to make sure everything went smoothlyruth was very attentive and provided great service and hospitalitya big thanks to our host who was very gracious and communicativeRead more reviewsLocation:
unique place in a beautiful locationeasy access to kittitinny state parkthe location is fantastic the grounds interesting secluded and beautiful the cabin lovelyexcellent location great for family or private getawayit's a quiet beautiful and private location
10. Cosy room in Howell
Here at Susan’s humble Airbnb abode, you are free to use the shared living room with tons of space for a short lie-down. If you’re feeling a little peckish, you can request for Susan to cook up a simple meal for you (extra charges may apply). Enjoy a relaxing dinner as you share your travel experiences with one another! Retire back to your room at the end of a long day - the sight of a newly-made bed greets you with a hint of the sun’s glow that lights up the room. Head out to the balcony and have a cup of warm coffee to shake the sleep monster off - the lush green view is a comfortable companion for lazy Sunday mornings in this Airbnb.
Howell, New Jersey, United States
59.9 km (37.3 mi) from Lenape ParkAccommodates: 1
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
clean house very accurately describedit was clean secure and affordablebeautiful clean home nice stay indeedher house is very clean and the room is very comfortablethe room was great very comfortable bed and cleanRead more reviewsHost:
susan was a great hostsusan was a great hostsusan was a wonderful host very sweet caring and consideratesusan is a very kind and accommodating hostsusan was a fantastic host and i'm glad i got to sit and talk with her for a while
Find your place in New Jersey
With a plethora of Airbnb vacation rentals hosted by warm and friendly hosts, you don’t need to spend a fortune just to get a place for the night! Solo travellers can feel safe even when staying alone too - the accommodations have been frequented by many explorers who left favourable reviews, so get your bags ready for your next trip!
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