A lovely destination for those who wish to get away from the hustle and bustle of the big city, New Jersey is a beautiful state with lots to do and see. Laden with iconic landmarks such as Liberty State Park, home to the famous Liberty Statue, this charming place boasts historical sites such as the Elis Island National Museum of Immigration, which offers a glimpse of the country’s rich past. Other sites, such as Six Flags Great Adventure, let you have a fascinating adventure, while its stunning beaches allow you to soak in the sun and admire the picturesque coastal views. In case you’re planning a visit to this place with your close friends and family, you’ll need a relaxing spot to rest your head. Thankfully, there are numerous places to stay. Here’s a look at our list of the top lakefront rentals in New Jersey, USA.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to a lake. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 24, 2025.
1. Cozy cottage with breathtaking lake views (from USD 396)
Located directly across the street from Main Lake Market, this two-bedroom two-bathroom home can sleep up to six guests. With western exposure, this cottage boasts sunny and breathtaking views of the calm lake from its airy interiors.
Make yourself comfortable and relax in the main room which comes fitted with a gas fireplace and a flat-screen TV. Guests will also have the freedom of making their own recipes in the gourmet kitchen. A dock, kayak, and canoe are also available for those who’d like to explore the lake.
Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey, United States
100.26 km (62.3 mi) from Belmar Beach
Top guest reviews
Host:
the owner was very responsive to our concerns and emailed to make sure our stay perfectvery kind owner very responsivethe owners are beyond gracious and welcomingceleste was a great host and we would not hesitate to recommend it to friends and familygreat family memories the owner is very friendly and helpful highly recommend we’ll be back againLocation:
beautiful location with all you need to enjoy the lakeCleanliness:
the house was very clean and had plenty of towels/linens for us to useit is clean well stocked and organizedthe house was easy to find and clean upon arrivalthe house is comfortable and cleani had a lovely stay the house was well stocked clean and invitingRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the cottage provided us a comfortable stay with everything needed
2. Bright & spacious apartment on Silver Lake (from USD 682)
Enjoy your stay in this bright and spacious apartment found on Silver Lake. A lovely place to call your own, this three-bedroom two-bathroom home with ocean and lake views can sleep up to six guests. Guests can take scenic strolls to Silver Lake, just a block from the home’s doorstep. They’ll also be a stone’s throw away from the marina laden with trendy shops and restaurants they can browse and sample.
Belmar, New Jersey, United States
300 meters (0.2 ft) from Belmar Beach
Top guest reviews
Host:
She was very responsive and wonderfulSusan is so nice and helpfulSusan was so accommodating and her place is amazingSusan was very helpful and friendlyHappy being close to the beachLocation:
The walk to the beach and restaurants is less than 2 blocks awayjust a few minutes drive awayIt is located walking distance to the beach and a few restaurants including an ice cream shop that we visited dailyA short walk to the beach and a few good restaurantsIt is an incredibly convenient location literally steps from the beachCleanliness:
There are so many large bright rooms and very cleanThe house was clean and spacious and easily fit three adults and three kidsThe property was clean and the beds were super comfortableThe property was spacious comfortable and exactly as describedShe had everything stocked like towels beach towels laundry soap and dryer sheetsRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
looked exactly like the picturesEverything was immaculate and tastefulThe interior is very spacious and bright with 3 comfortable bedrooms a giant living room and even an upstairs sitting roomHaving access to the front deck for a sunrise coffee over looking the ocean and lake was lovelywe didn't use - towels beach chairs umbrella
3. Million Dollar Beach House (from USD 719)
Up to 13 guests can spend their night in the comforts of this stunning home that sits just a few moments from the beach. Boasting two and a half well-stocked bathrooms and four cozy bedrooms with plush beddings, guests here are sure to have a pleasant stay.
Step inside to find a bright and jolly space with modern aesthetics where you can comfortably wind down and recharge. Among the many amenities offered here, a spacious sun deck with chaise lounges overlooking Lake Louise and a driveway with parking for two cars are included.
Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey, United States
10.02 km (6.3 mi) from Belmar Beach
Top guest reviews
Host:
the owners were very responsivethe house was wonderful and owner was very accommodatingmax and angela were super responsive to all of my questions and very helpfulowner scott was very easy to work with quick response would stay againmax was great - very nice and responsive to any of our questionsLocation:
great location to the boardwalk and near by restaurantslocation was great close to beach and restaurantsthe house is situated in a fabulous locationthe house was great loved the location and the big bedsthe location is lake front and within 2 blocks of point pleasant beach boardwalkCleanliness:
was very clean and bigit was clean roomy and very peacefulwe would suggest that a vacuum cleaner would have been useful in cleaning before we departedthe house and property is very clean and well maintainedthe house was well equipped and cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the smaller upstairs bathroom had a situation where the light and the fan didn't workwe enjoyed the cozy living room area with a serene view of the lakeplenty of space to socialize comfortably perfect size kitchen with nice appliances that we foodies really appreciatedthe kitchen was very well appointed and the beds couches and dinning room furniture were all very comfortablethe beds were comfy and the kitchen had all the tools that we needed (except a whisk :)
4. Secluded rental by the lake (from USD 211)
Make this secluded rental your home and enjoy a peaceful stay right on the lakefront. Able to sleep up to four guests, this two-bedroom home boasts a fully equipped kitchen, an elegantly furnished living room, and a well-stocked bathroom.
Just a few steps from the lake, guests here will be treated to beautiful vistas of the picturesque surroundings which they can relish from the expansive deck. Also available are a pedal boat and a kayak for a fun-filled day on the lake.
Galloway, New Jersey, United States
86.71 km (53.9 mi) from Belmar Beach
Top guest reviews
Host:
the owner was also pleasant to work with and made us feel at homeLocation:
the neighborhood was quiet and the location peacefulthe house was comfortable and i loved the location on the lakethis place was perfect and close to restaurants and other placesit is a wonderful place to getawayCleanliness:
clean interiors nice setup insidethe house was sparkling clean comfortable and nicely situated on a small lake with waterfowlit was also impeccably clean when we arrived so they are on top of things with the pandemicgreat experience the house was very clean and the porch overlooking the water is beautifulRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the bed was comfy and the view even better
5. Newly renovated apartment for a large group (from USD 628)
If you’re traveling in a large group, this newly renovated apartment is one you ought to check out. Able to sleep up to twelve guests, it boasts four bedrooms and three full bathrooms. Take advantage of the spacious living room and wind down on the plush furniture, or better yet, make yourself at home and prepare a plate of your favorite meals in the fully equipped kitchen.
Other amenities offered here include a deck with a barbecue grill and a dock.
Jefferson, New Jersey, United States
100.36 km (62.4 mi) from Belmar Beach
Top guest reviews
Host:
owner is very friendly and helpful easy to contact with any questionsthe owner was easy to communicate with responsive and accommodatingyariv was an incredible host very responsive and informativegreat house amazing views owner responded within minutes to any questions i hadRead more reviewsCleanliness:
very clean and exactly as advertisedeverything was clean and opencleanliness: the house had clearly been recently renovatedthe house was very clean and perfect for our staythis property is well maintained clean and has modern updates
6. Modest dwelling on the lakefront (from USD 226)
Best of friends can escape to this modest dwelling, where they’ll enjoy a perfect retreat right on the lake. Surrounded by nature and lake views, this rental has all the makings of a relaxing hideout, where guests can unplug from their daily grind and be one with nature.
Have your morning coffee on the deck as you listen to the birds chirping, then afterward, get on a kayak and explore the scenic waters. After a fun day out, wind down by the fireplace in the main room and catch all your favorite shows on the mounted TV.
Galloway, New Jersey, United States
86.71 km (53.9 mi) from Belmar Beach
Top guest reviews
Host:
they were friendly & welcomingthe owner joy was super friendly and helpfulpet friendly is always a top of the list place to staywe hope to visit again soon the owners were friendly and attentative to our stayjoy was very accommodating with an early check in and a late check outLocation:
great location on the lakei would strongly suggest bringing a flashlight if you are going to walk around the property at nightbut it did me good to get away and this was the perfect placefor what we needed it was a nice placeCleanliness:
very clean as wellvery clean comfortable and didn't need a thingdespite these imperfections the place was definitely cleanthis place was perfect super cleanthis is a very clean little house next to other little houses in what is mainly an rv campgroundRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
comfortable house on lake with beautiful view of lakethe furnishings are comfortable and the beds as wellthe house was very comfortable & had many amenitiesthe beds were very comfortablebedding was very comfortable
7. Modest cottage on a secluded cove
Found stark on a private cove, this modest cottage offers an ideal hideout for those on the lookout for a quiet retreat near the lake. With a snug queen room, two sleeper sofas, and a clean bathroom, a total of four guests can call this their home.
Spend your days on the scenic lake fishing for perch and pickerel, which you can directly grill and enjoy on the patio. Other creature comforts offered here include a sunroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and a cozy living room.
105.71 km (65.7 mi) from Belmar BeachAccommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 4
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
Host:
they were very accommodating and helpfulthis place was awesome and so were our hosts lisa and stevehosts were extremely nice and even helped my husband launch our boat in the lakehosts wonderful cottage perfectsteve and lisa were great hostsLocation:
the property and location are idealCleanliness:
well maintained very clean and they have really thought of everything see you next yearRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
this year was our second and not last stay at this cozy comfortable peaceful cottage on cranberry lakeyou won't have to worry about swimming with any boat oil floating in the water
8. Lovely home for the entire family
Guests on the lookout for a lovely vacation home next to the beach don’t have to scour the net anymore with this beautiful home on Point Pleasant Beach. Newly renovated, this lakefront charmer retains much charm with exquisite features.
Four bedrooms and two full bathrooms accommodate a total of eight guests. However, the highlight of this rental is undoubtedly the private deck, a serene spot to share an alfresco meal as you soak up the scenic surroundings.
10.02 km (6.3 mi) from Belmar BeachAccommodates: 8
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
Host:
the owner was responsive to any questionsowner and caretaker responses were lightning quick thank you megan and jennifermegan (the owner) was very responsive and accommodatingthe owners keep the house in perfect conditionthe home location owner couldn’t have been any more fantastic the pictures don’t do the home justiceLocation:
house and location were greatvery cute place in a perfect locationeasy walk to everythingclose to everything w easy and quick walk to beachgreat location for beach - stores - restaurantsCleanliness:
the house was clean and very spaciousthe house was spotless and nicely appointed great kitcheneverything was super clean and the kitchen was large and had anything you neededwe had a great visit at this clean spacious house right on lake louise which leads to the oceanvery clean & well taken care of by ownersRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
ac full size coffee pot shower water pressure was awesomefavorite part was the incredible views of the lake from almost every roomthe house was comfortable and we loved the back yard beautiful views and front porchthe house was perfect kitchen fully stocked so much room to sit eat talk perfect walk to the beach/boardwalk
9. Beautiful luxury lakehouse
Traveling with your close friends and family? Choose this stunning apartment as your next home base for exploring the rest of the city. This stylish property has five bedrooms and five bathrooms that can sleep up to fourteen guests. It also features a jolly living room and full kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Boasting a peaceful setting on the Jersey shore, this beautiful rental also provides beach passes and a private dock.
Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey, United States
9.73 km (6.1 mi) from Belmar Beach
Top guest reviews
Host:
owner was super helpful and responsiveowner was immediately responsive anytime we neededexcellent owner and pleasure to communicate withdon was a great host and very responsivemy family and i had the best time the host was so graciousLocation:
the house was great and the location was perfectwill return run don't walk to this beautiful oasisvery nice home great locationCleanliness:
the house was clean beautiful and had everything we needed for a great family getawaythe house was very clean and don is a generous and helpful hostRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the beds were comfortable and there was ample equipment in the kitcheni wouldn’t front any money for the house and be comfortable knowing you may be watched via surveillance
10. Exquisite lakeside retreat
Treat your loved ones to an exquisite retreat in this three-story hideout located by Lake Mohawk. Able to amply sleep up to six guests, this three-bedroom two-bathroom rental also boasts a spacious living room that opens to a scenic garden and full kitchen. Guests will also love the relaxing deck that comes with an outdoor grill and a waterfall pond. Nearby, the stunning Tomahawk Lake beckons outdoor lovers to a relaxing picnic by the lake.
Sparta Township, New Jersey, United States
107.92 km (67.1 mi) from Belmar Beach
Top guest reviews
Host:
elemer was very kind and responded immediately to all of our questionsLocation:
the location is quiet and very peaceful yet accessible to local activitiesbeautiful location between the golf course and the lakethere are also many great places to hike within a 45 minute driveour kids also enjoyed playing and swimming at the beach a short walk awayRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
there is a very nice lake view from the kitchen and entrywaythere is a very nice lake view from the kitchen and entrywaysuper cozy house with lots of great updates
Enjoy lakeside living in New Jersey
Indeed, New Jersey is a must-visit destination in the USA, particularly during the summer when the weather is favorable. To amp your experience in this beautiful state, we recommend staying in any of the previously listed lakefront rentals in New Jersey.
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