Located on the south shore of Long Island, adjoining the Great South Bay, Bay Shore offers an old downtown city with plentiful restaurants, spas, and unique shops, as well as churches and synagogues. You can spend some time visiting The Bay Shore Historical Society and taking a tour of the lovely homes and picturesque lakes around town. You could walk through Gardiner’s Park to enjoy the bay-front sites with natural paths. Bay Shore is also a gateway to The Fire Island National Seashore by ferry, automobile, or private boat. If you are planning a weekend getaway to the Great South Bay, we have picked the best Airbnbs in Bay Shore, NY, for your reference.
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 19, 2025.
1. Kismet Fire Island beach house (from USD 1341)
It’s not a holiday by the shore if you’re not staying by the beach and Kismet Fire Island beach house is your perfect choice for a beach holiday! Within 45 seconds, you will reach the beautiful beach and in only three minutes, you’ll find the ferry. The house also provides easy access to the best restaurants in Long Island. This all white-walled home comes with four bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms. It can accommodate up to 10 people. Spacious bedrooms and a kitchen are available on the property. It is well equipped with a TV, AC, and indoor fireplace. There is an outdoor deck with a dining area to relax under the sun. This is one of the best Bay Shore homes for rent for a small group beach holiday.
Bay Shore, New York, United States
9.01 km (5.6 mi) from Gardiner County ParkSuperhost
Accommodates: 10
Top guest reviews
Host:
wally was a great hostwally was an amazing hostwally was an amazing hostwally was attentive and nicewally was such a great hostLocation:
charming and unique house equally close to beach and towngreat place close to the beachsuch a great location and very walkable to the beachgreat house spacious close to the beachclose to everything most importantly the beautiful beachCleanliness:
very clean spacious and well stockedthe rooms were clean and the beds were comfortablehouse was clean simply beachy and retrothe house was very clean and comfortable and fit the bill for a great beach houseit was spacious clean and a stones throw from both the bay and the beachRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the deck off the kitchen is the bestthe real treat for all you beach bums is the outdoor showerplenty of space and comfortable rooms several of which have acthe house was exactly what we were looking for--comfortable and casual with all the necessary amenities at handthe indoor kitchen space was great complete with a wood burning stove full kitchen and two bathrooms
2. Small cozy apartment in residential area (from USD 105)
Located in a quiet and safe residential street near Islip Terrace, this accommodation is a self-contained apartment that comes with a bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and a queen-size bedroom. WiFi connection, TV, and AC are available in the apartment. There is an outdoor area where you can enjoy some drinks or outdoor dining on summer nights. Within minutes of driving, you will arrive at the local restaurants, shopping areas, and Duck Stadium. Within a 12-minute drive, you will reach the Fire Island ferries.
Brentwood, New York, United States
7.96 km (5.0 mi) from Gardiner County ParkAccommodates: 3
Top guest reviews
Host:
senny is a gracious hostsenny is a very nice hostsenny was an amazing host and her home is beautifulsenny was super friendly and helpfulsenny is a charming thoughtful and attentive hostLocation:
a fantastic central long island jumping pointgreat location and host are awesomegreat place; great location; great serviceplace was pretty quiet and convenient to where we were visitingit was nice and close to where i needed to be and i felt very safe thereCleanliness:
so clean love it herevery clean and inviting apartmenteverything was clean and comfortableclean comfortable and quietvery clean and so many thoughtful touchesRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
air conditioning worked great which was a relief since they had record high temps that weekendgreat bed with memory foam mattress not just a mattress sitting on a bed framecomfortable bed and fully stocked kitchenspace heater was helpful to regulate temperature as this is a basement apartmenthowever just enough space to be comfortable
3. Net Zero Energy Home, go green (from USD 149)
If you’re looking for apartments for rent in Bay Shore, NY, then rent one in this solar-powered home. The host offers a three-bedroom apartment on the second floor of her house. The house has four solar systems, geothermal heating, quadruple glazed windows, heavy insulation in walls, and a cork floor. It can accommodate up to five people. There’s a private bathroom with its basic essentials. WiFi connection is available on the property. You can use the kitchen with a selection of tea and coffee for you to choose from. A shared swimming pool is also available and you can use it during your stay. You can reach the Bay Shore marina and the Fire Island ferries within a few minutes of driving. There are wineries and the Hamptons within a one-hour drive.
Bay Shore, New York, United States
4.0 km (2.5 mi) from Gardiner County ParkAccommodates: 5
Top guest reviews
Host:
she’s an amazing host and made us feel at homeswati is an awesome hostswati was a lovely hostswati was a great hostswati and mark are very nice hosts and strive to make their guests feel at homeLocation:
the place was very nice close to good restaurantsvery nice place and conveniently located to the beach and delislovely eco-friendly house in a very convenient locationthe location is easy accessible and well placed to discover different beaches on long islandcentrally located close to the ocean and lots of good local dining optionsCleanliness:
it was clean and cozytheir house is very clean and well maintainedeverywhere was nice and clean and felt greateverything was extremely cleaneverything in the house is very clean respectful of the environment and high standardRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the heated towel racks and bathroom floor are really nice touchesif you like a more firm mattress these beds are for youwas nice to sit in the gazebo have breakfast & read my bookwe had a comfortable private space on the entire second floorthe beds are incredibly comfortable the shower is a dream come true and the breakfast was excellent
4. Fire Island beach house in Ocean Bay Park (from USD 1062)
Located in the Ocean Bay Park, Fire Island, this is one of the best beach houses for rent in Bay Shore, NY. It has four bedrooms and two bathrooms with direct access to the beach. This spacious house can accommodate up to eight people and it has everything you need for your beach holiday. There’s a fully equipped kitchen with spacious dining and common areas, cable TV, an indoor fireplace, and WiFi connection. There is a spacious outdoor deck with a barbecue facility that you can use during your stay, and an outdoor shower to rinse yourself after a beach visit.
Ocean Beach, New York, United States
13.14 km (8.2 mi) from Gardiner County ParkAccommodates: 8
Top guest reviews
Host:
doreen was a kind helpful hostdoreen was a great hostdoreen is a great hostdoreen is a great hostdoreen was an excellent hostLocation:
the location of the house is ideal so close to the beachperfect place right by the beach and close to the townthe location was amazing being one house away from the oceanhouse was wonderful so close to the beachlocation is perfect steps from the beachCleanliness:
the house is roomy and clean with very beachy touches like shell-lined walls and doorsthe dinning areas was good size to get together with your friends and her space was very cleanquiet clean and close to allthe house is spacious sunny clean and ideally located steps from the beachRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the back deck and grill and outdoor shower were our favorite spotswe had everything we needed for a comfortable staythe fans and the cross breeze helped keep us cool over a very hot weekend
5. Ocean front beach house
The “Shoebox” house was built in 1969 and it’s a modest structure but has attention to detail. The house has three bedrooms and one-and-a-half bathrooms and it can accommodate up to six people. The living room and the kitchen area have direct views of the beach, and the master bedroom also has a beach view from the windows. Cable TV and WiFi connection are available on the property. There is a covered deck which you can use for your morning yoga.
Fire Island, New York, United States
12.21 km (7.6 mi) from Gardiner County ParkAccommodates: 6
Top guest reviews
Host:
the host was incredibly helpful and accommodatingeveryone wins marc was a wonderful hostand the host was very helpful and responsivethe host was very responsive to any questions we may have had as wellmarc was a wonderful host and could not have been more helpfulLocation:
the location is amazing — right on the beach on a walkwaygreat house great location beautiful view and right on the beachmarc is great this house and location is great and i would 100% recommend anyone to stay heremarc's place was perfectCleanliness:
everything's clean and well-maintainedit was clean and simply stylishit's beautiful clean and very charmingthe house was clean and well-appointed (inclgreat place clean neat private and excellent communication from the hostRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
it's not big but the views of the ocean from all the rooms make it totally worth it
6. Cozy bedroom at Bay Shore
This one bedroom accommodation at Bay Shore has everything you need including a private bathroom. Located in a quiet location, the property comes with AC, an Apple TV, and WiFi connection. Within minutes, you will reach the Fire Island ferries and the Hamptons.
Bay Shore, New York, United States
3.85 km (2.4 mi) from Gardiner County ParkAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Host:
germaine and his family were warm and generous hostsgermaine and his wife were very kind to offer the use of their entire homegermaine is a great and accommodating hostgermaine & his wife were very friendly & very accommodatingthe room is really really nice and comfortable the host and his family are really good peopleLocation:
location is best for travelcute house located close to the lirr station and about a 10 minute drive to the bay shore ferrynice area felt very safe plenty of stores and restaurants within a close distancegermain and marsha's home is located in a perfect locationnice location away from the main roadCleanliness:
clean house and warm welcomeit is very clean and quietvery clean and nice family i would definitely stay here againthe room was clean and comfortable germaine and his wife were very talkative and charmtheir house is cute inviting and very cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the room was very clean had air conditioning and was close to the bathroom
7. The duckhouse has a second floor room
The Duckhouse offers one bedroom on the second floor equipped with TV, AC, and WiFi connection. There is a shared bathroom on the property with all the essentials and a shared kitchen that you can use during your stay. A pool table is available in the basement and you can use it for entertainment.
Bay Shore, New York, United States
4.91 km (3.1 mi) from Gardiner County ParkAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
john was a friendly hostjohn is a nice hostthey are awesome hostjohn and his family are great hostsjohn & mike were gracious & helpful hosts & all-around cool guysLocation:
great location for visiting beaches and downtownbeautiful house with a great locationgreat location for our concert evening in bay shoreperfect location for our quick trip to bay shore for a wedding at the lakehouse restaurantthe place is about 20 walking minutes to a number of good restaurants stores and cafésCleanliness:
very clean and comfortablevery clean and comfortablevery clean and stylishclean and cozy roomhe keeps the house clean and tidyRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
wonderful night sleeping on comfortable mattressbed was comfy sheets felt natural and did not get hot while sleeping with ac offspacious bedroom with great ac a skylight & the most comfortable bed everthe bed was comfortable with space for your belongingsthe ac was nice and strong for the summer time and the bed comfortable and cozy
8. Guesthouse near Watchogue Creek
Take in the fresh ocean air coming from Watchogue Creek in this one-bedroom guesthouse. Able to accommodate up to two people, this home promises you all the amenities you’ll need to have a comfortable stay. The kitchen comes with a stove, fridge, and coffeemaker for your cooking and dining needs. The living area has a flat-screen TV, a couch, and comfy chairs for your entertainment and comfort. There is also an outdoor shower and hot tub available.
As for places you can visit, this home is only a walking distance from shops, restaurants, and attractions around Main Street. It’s also minutes away from Fire Island Ferries and Long Island Rail Road.
Bay Shore, New York, United States
3.16 km (2.0 mi) from Gardiner County ParkAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
veronica was a most gracious hostveronica is a great host and always answered my questions quicklythe hosts are extremely friendly and communicativemany thanks veronica for your hospitality you truly are a super hostveronica was responsive and helpful in resolving minor issues (iLocation:
easy walk to area restaurantsgreat location to scape from the citygreat location veronica was amazingfantastic location and wonderful cottagewe had a wonderful visit beautiful property and locationCleanliness:
it was clean and quieta great clean and relaxing place to staythe space was clean charming and relaxingit was clean and well stocked beautifly decoratedthe place was clean well maintained and had everything you could needRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
being 8 months pregnant and husband 6’4” we didn’t really fit in the twin beda fully equipped kitchen plenty of towels lots of books--even a piano the hot tub was especially relaxing
9. My Happy Place, accommodation in a lovely house
This accommodation is located inside a lovely house with a swimming pool, a large yard and a stable. The bedroom has a private bathroom and its own private entrance. WiFi connection, TV, and AC are available on the property. Since we mentioned a stable within the property area, you can stop by at the stable to meet Suzy and Rosey, the horses.
Hauppauge, New York, United States
16.58 km (10.3 mi) from Gardiner County ParkAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
the hosts were more than accommodating and very friendlywonderful place with a great hostlisa was a great hostlovely place lisa is a great host highly recommendlisa is amazing quick response and accommodatingLocation:
perfect little studiogreat location zero complaintsthe location and property were beautifulgreat location on a beautiful and quiet piece of propertyi highly recommend this location and can’t wait to come back again in the summeramazing accommodations and perfect location would happily stay againCleanliness:
space was very clean and cozyquiet clean and cozy placeprivate clean and comfy placevery peaceful and clean would recommendthis place is super clean and cozyRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
next time we look forward to taking a dip in the beautiful poolawesome amenities in a very cozy spottotally comfortable using the indoor and outdoor spacethese were minor but noticeable details and we had a comfortable nights staylots of privacy with thoughtful touches like snacks and tea (and the most comfortable pillows)
Beach holiday at Bay Shore
With its direct access to the beach and the Fire Island ferries, Bay Shore is your ultimate weekend getaway from the hustle and bustle of the Big Apple. All the Bay Shore rentals mentioned here are fully equipped to meet your beach holiday needs. There are lots of options to explore the Bay Shore; from various restaurants to several parks. And if you need some more action, all the best things to do in Long Island are just a short drive away. So pack your bags and head out.
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