The Best Vacation Rentals to Book in New Jersey

Sleep one night in these luxury Jersey City apartments and you’ll never want to leave. You’ll be put in the New York State of Mind thanks to the floor-to-ceiling windows facing Manhattan. Ultra-modern furnishings give sleek style to every room, in and out of your apartment. The on-site screening room, state-of-the-art fitness center, playground and pool overlooking the NYC skyline check every box. You may not be able to hit Manhattan in a New York minute, but you can walk to One World Trade Center in 30.

Hang out in Hoboken as long as you’d like at these studio suites and apartments. Get big city vibes from gazing at Manhattan from across the Hudson River from the seventh-floor rooftop terrace and yoga studio on site. Go ahead and claim the kitchen suites if you like to do the cooking, but with the city out of your window, you’ll be eager to explore the area. Get a taste of the turf and eat your way down hip Newark Avenue nearby, lined with popular dining options such as Two Boots Pizza and Gypsy Grill.

Close your eyes and picture your perfect vacation home in New Jersey. Now, open them and rent it out at Swan Lake Resort. Live out your vacation fantasies in the one-bedroom Lakehouse, walking the deck to within 20ft (6m) of the eponymous lake. Get lost in the wooded Sanctuary House or soak your weary muscles in the jacuzzi tub of the Secluded House. From the rustic Plantation and Country Houses to the charming Cottage House and Farm House, there is something here to suit almost any taste.

The Vacation Club is by far the coolest club on Wildwood’s shores. Luxury two-bedroom condos are ready to wow you and eight of your crew. The furnished balconies offer the privacy you want when the community pool and green space get a little crowded. No need to overpack, either; the kitchen is fully stocked and beach boxes jam packed with goodies are also available. All you need to bring are sunglasses, a tube of lotion, and a bathing suit that’ll make you feel at home on the Jersey shore.

Resist the temptation to flock to Atlantic City, and La Sammana Resort will treat you to a Brigantine beach getaway that’s far from a gamble. These New Jersey vacation rentals are ideal for small groups; studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites will cater to any sized shoal of surfers and sunbathers. A cup of java from the morning coffee bar tastes even better on the rooftop pool. Their free shuttle service runs on demand, getting you to the waves at a moment’s notice.

Discover the art, culture, and outdoor recreation of Montclair from this one-bedroom apartment. This suburb feels like a small city with its unique community. Spend your days squatting in coffee shops or shuffling around boutiques. Your best intentions will insist that you save money via the full kitchen, but the local restaurant scene will convince you otherwise. There are other opportunities to pinch pennies, particularly with visits to Montclair’s many public parks.

Whether you want to relive your college years or are an aspiring scholar, this New Jersey vacation rental keeps you within 10 minutes of Rutgers. Two bedrooms, a living room, a kitchenette and a bathroom fills this small space, giving you a cozy retreat close to campus. A few restaurants and parks are around the corner, but you won’t use much gas driving out of this residential area. Within two minutes, you can find drinks at Ashton Brewing or Vietnamese bites at Saigon.

It’s always a beach day at this vacation rental on New Jersey’s Atlantic shore. Reserve a one- or two-bedroom apartment, each sleeping four to six with full kitchens inside. You’ll hardly remember the color of the walls, though – you’ll be too busy bumming out on the Wildwood Boardwalk or Wildwood Beach, both right around the corner. Consider this bungalow near the beach your temporary residence while your sandcastles are still being constructed.

Want to live out your Big Apple fantasies without sleeping in a micro apartment? This six-bedroom in Jersey City is a fast ferry ride from Manhattan. There’s more than enough space for your crew to sleep, and with four bathrooms, no one will hog the shower. An elegantly curved staircase leads upstairs to the bedrooms where you can take a quiet nap while the others chit-chat on the backyard patio. Set an alarm to watch NYC come alive with lights from a spot on the Hoboken Waterfront.

You don’t need to be on holiday to scoop up this vacation rental in New Jersey – only an hour from Philadelphia, this two-bedroom abode is the escape from the city that you crave. A deep soaking tub, indoor fireplace and outdoor fire pit will make you forget all about the concrete jungle. Trade time in traffic gridlock for hours in front of the grill, because you don’t need Geno to make a cheesesteak for you.