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Windows on the Sea ★ Modern Pool & Beach Retreat ★ 100 ft to Beach ★ 2 Masters

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5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Ocean Beach, NY
  • Great South Bay
    9 min walk
  • Ocean Beach
    10 min walk
  • Atlantique Beach
    1 min drive
  • Islip, NY (ISP-MacArthur)
    41 min drive

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About the area

Bay Shore

Located in Bay Shore, this vacation home is by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Great South Bay and Ocean Beach. .This beach vacation home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Atlantique Beach and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Cherry Grove Community House and Theatre.

What's nearby

  • Great South Bay - 9 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ocean Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Atlantique Beach - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Heckscher State Park - 37 min drive - 36.8 km
  • Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts - 43 min drive - 45.0 km

Getting around

  • Bay Shore Station - 28 min drive
  • MacArthur Airport (ISP) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Whale - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Islip Town Beach - ‬37 min drive
  • Vanderbilt's Wharf
  • George Martin's Strip Steak
  • View

About this property

Entire place

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

Windows on the Sea ★ Modern Pool & Beach Retreat ★ 100 ft to Beach ★ 2 Masters

Wake up to the sounds of the ocean waves and enjoy your coffee overlooking the ocean. End the day with a gentle swim across your personal heated pool with a window onto the sea. Stunning Modpools pool and hot-tub nestled into an airy 1200 square feet of partial ocean-view decks soaring 15 feet above the sand. Outdoor wet bar including beverage fridge and ice maker will entice you and the family to relax as the sun sets and the little ones play in the kid-friendly 5-foot depth swimming pool that has 3 panoramic underwater windows looking out at the ocean. Automatic retractable cover provides a safe environment and keeps the water always crystal clear. Outdoor Sonos system will let you enjoy mellow tunes on the deck and in the double-sized, two-headed, open-roof outdoor shower.

Inside, the top floor boasts the "Grand Master" bedroom with walls of glass boasting gorgeous partial ocean views from your queen size canopy bed, dedicated Sonos speaker system, in-wall a/c and Haiku smart fan. Hiding behind a sliding reclaimed wood panel is an ensuite bathroom with Japanese freestanding soaking tub that awaits you after a long day at the beach. The "Grand Master" ensuite bathroom has a full-size double sink for his and her use.

Your family will be able to relax in the generous living space that includes a 65" 4K smart TV and Sonos sound bar or have appetizers outside on the top deck at the 12 person dining table. The living room is airy and open, with a high, dramatically slanted ceiling with exposed joists, architectural cable-rail staircase and three large sliding glass doors leading to a sunny deck on the top floor. Oversized umbrellas on the deck will keep you shaded when the sun gets hot during the day. Right off the living room, the dining area also has an extendable table for 12.

The custom built stainless steel chef's kitchen comes with white quartz countertops and a 64" massive refrigerator and freezer that will allow you to stock up for your stay. Choose to make your meals inside with a professional induction range or outside on the 7 burner Weber grill in our 400sf top deck overlooking the ocean. Ample cooking and baking supplies with utensils are included for your use to make your stay even more home-like. Enjoy hands-free cooking help and music control with the Amazon Echo Show conveniently located on the counter.

When it's time to retire, everyone will be comfortable (sleeps 12). The "Sea Glass Master" bedroom (downstairs) has an in-wall a/c, Haiku smart fan and also has an en-suite bathroom with frameless glass rain shower combined with European hand shower wand above a genuine Fire Island hand-collected, tumbled rock floor.

Additional welcoming 3 bedrooms will let your extended family enjoy the magic of Fire Island within their own space (including 1 queen "Surf Room", 2 twins "Deer Room" and a "Bunk Room" with 4 twins - kids toys & games included). Each room has a Haiku Smart ceiling fan, in-wall a/c, their own individual Sonos speaker system and 4 in-wall USB charging ports for electronics. Masters also have additional dedicated charging stations/alarm clocks on the nightstands. The entire home has Mesh WiFi with 500/500 Fios internet for blazing fast speeds.

No need to fight for the one of the two outdoor showers, as the additional downstairs bathroom with a tub and shower make a great place to rinse the kids off too. A full size LG Washer & Dryer system right off the entry hall will keep your clothes fresh for the summer days ahead.

Getting around is easy as our home is fully equipped with 10 custom adult beach cruisers (one fat tire bike), 4 children bicycles and an additional 2 child carrier that attaches to a beach cruiser. 12 Tommy Bahama backpack/cooler beach chairs, 12 dedicated quick-dry, sand-free beach towels, 2 beach umbrellas and 2 Shibumi shades will keep you fully stocked on the sand. Fire Island has no cars in the summer, so the kids can walk and bike safely.

WEEKLY BOOKINGS: Sunday to Sunday

By The Stats - General Items provided at the house
HYGIENE & CLEANING :
• 3 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom
• 3 rolls of paper towels
• Hand soap, dish soap, dishwasher soap, laundry detergent, luxury body wash & shampoo
• 1 dish sponge
• 6 garbage bags
• 2 Hair dryers & curling iron
• Iron & ironing mat
• Disposable toothbrushes (just in case you forgot yours)

COOKING CONVENIENCES :
• Pots and pans
• Razor sharp Victorinox knives set
• Propane tanks for the grill
• Outdoor ice machine & beverage cooler (by the pool)
• Coffee machine & coffee bean grinder (filters included)
• Toaster & Waffle Iron
• Blender & hand-mixer
• Large serving bowls and a salad bowl
• Additional items include salt, pepper, spices, oils, balsamic vinegar, sugar, flour, vanilla, baking soda, baking powder, Ziploc bags, glad wrap, aluminum foil & parchment paper

OUT & ABOUT THE ISLAND :
• 10 Adult beach cruiser bicycles (one fat tire & one with two child carrier)
• 4 Children's bicycles
• 1 Farm Wagons
• 12 Beach chairs
• 3 Beach Umbrellas
• 2 Shibumi Shades
• 12 quick-dry, sand-free Beach towels (striped)

IN & AROUND THE HOUSE :
• Board games (Scrabble, Clue, Jenga, Candy land, checkers, Trivial Pursuit 90s, Uno & 2 decks of cards).
• Various children's toys
• Baby monitor
• Travel crib

TECHNOLOGY & STREAMING SERVICES :
• Fast Verizon Fios 500/500 Wi-Fi on whole house Mesh network
• 9 Sonos zones (one in each bedroom & a zone on the deck)
• 65" 4K Roku Smart TV
• Streaming Palooza - Premium Spotify, Netflix 4K, DirecTV Now, Hulu Plus, Amazon Prime, Plex Media Server
• Apple TV (great to stream your day's photos)
• Amazon Echo Show
• 4 bedside USB charging outlets in all bedrooms & great room (2 additional charging stations in each master)
• 6 Haiku Smart Fans (all bedrooms & great room)
• 90W Apple MagSafe Mac Charger
• 87W Apple USB-C Mac Charger
• Various phone & tablet charging cables - Lightning (iOS), 32 pin (iOS), Micro-USB (Android)
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a spa tub. Additional amenities at this vacation home include barbecue grills and bike storage.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Anthony + Whitney

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Alarm clock

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Eco-friendly toiletries

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Netflix
  • Hulu
  • Streaming services
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Video library
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Any cigarette or cigar smoking not allowed.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Cycling on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 31

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: We are a strict no animal rental.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We welcome children and encourage families to stay

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Sorry, no parties or events allowed.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

Windows on the Sea ★ Modern Pool & Beach Retreat ★ 100 ft to Beach ★ 2 Masters Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 56 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

alyssa r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Stay At Windows On The Sea
The hosts Anthony and Whittney are nothing short of fabulous! They were very gracious and very responsive to all my questions. The house was in a great location being so close to the ocean and it was very clean and easy to navigate with the touch of an iPad. The heated pool was perfect for my family to gather and play. I highly recommend this home to anyone looking for a fun, relaxing stay on Fire Island.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradford K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fire Island Reunion
10 friends and family gathered for a long weekend of celebrations. The house was terrific and Fire Island is the best.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith H.

Liked: Cleanliness
2 years in a row!!
Another great trip with my wife and 2 young kids. Hosts are great and respond immediately. The house has everything you need. We left again this year saying we need to bring less when we return next year. Already planning on booking our next trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous birthday weekend
My grandchildren adored the pool, the proximity to the beach, and all the toys. The adults loved the space, the cleanliness, the pool and the hot tub, and the fabulous deck. I loved the kitchen also for meal prep and wonderful coffee (included). Thank you for this special trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay at a one of a kind property!
From the moment we booked this trip we knew we were in for a treat. Windows on the Sea did not disappoint! From the early communication with our hosts and their thoughtful check-ins leading up to our trip, this was the best experience we could ask for. We highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
The location was ideal - so close to the ocean, with a small view of the waves from the pool and deck. Having the bikes was amazing. We all loved the kitchen and excellent amenities provided. The house was beautiful. We even loved playing Cornhole in the front yard. It was the vacation of a lifetime!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Couldn't have asked for anything better
Beautiful home in a great location with a wonderful view. Thoughtfully designed, furnished and stocked with everything you'll need. Also, great communication from the owners! Spent the weekend with teens and can't wait to return for a more relaxing adult trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen K., Garden City, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
House was very clean and had all the amenities you might need! Super close to the beach and about a 20 min walk to the center of Ocean Beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Getaway
Great trip! Perfect house for my wife, 2 young kids and myself. Couldn’t keep the kids at of the pool the whole week. The online Owner’s manual provided for the house made everything very simple. Owner’s also kept in touch if there was anything we needed. Will definitely be returning for another trip next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Phenomenal Property!
Windows on the Sea is phenomenal! The hosts thought of everything to make our stay comfortable, fun and convenient. They were so welcoming, generous and truly cared about our experience. I can’t say enough about the property. It was sparkling clean, well stocked and the beautiful deck and pool were icing on the cake. We would definitely stay at Windows on the Sea again (and again).
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous stay
Fantastic stay from beginning to end. Hosts were super responsive, promptly answering our inquiries. Really went out of their way to make our stay perfect. The house did not disappoint, beautifully appointed and had everything (and more) than we needed for our three night stay. Easy beach access. Great outdoor area. The pool was the icing on the cake. Recommend highly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

caroline b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity by the Sea
My family and I had the best stay we could have imagined. Whitney and Anthony have thought of everything to make the stay the most comfortable and enjoyable experience for a vacation. The house is amazing with views of the ocean, an amazing pool that converts into a hot tub, every appliance you could need in the summer including an ice cream maker!, cozy beds and everything linked to a smart home system. They were available and open to communicate throughout the stay. So much so that I feel like we actually became friends! We honestly couldn't have asked for better hosts or a better house aka home because that is how they made it feel! This is the house for you if you are looking for a family retreat. Thank you Whitney and Anthony for sharing your home! xoxo Caroline and crew!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

María H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house near the beach
This is a wonderful property steps from the beach. Anthony was amazing at communicating and accommodating all of our needs. The house is very nicely decorated, and has everything you need to spend a wonderful vacation. The kids enjoyed the pool and toys in spite of the very rainy and cloudy weather. Having the bikes was a huge plus. All around a wonderful place to stay. We booked it late so it was a little bit on the expensive side, but would love to go back with sunnier weather.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

James D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house with excellent hosts
The house has plenty of space for a group of friends to spend the weekend together. The hosts were readily available to answer any questions and were extremely accommodating. Before even getting here, there was plenty of information provided to us about the house and all the amenities that were provided. Anthony & Whitney are next level hosts with the nicest house on Fire Island. Would refer to others to stay here and will hopefully be back again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you need
Anthony and Whitney have a beautiful home that is well equipped with everything you could need for a nice, relaxing getaway. The heated pool/hottub is definitely an added plus. The house is in a great location near the beach. We were surprised that the house is equipped with new bikes! My friends/family loved biking around and seeing Fire Island. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and relaxing beach home
This house is very nicely and comfortably appointed in high quality throughout - including all furnishings and supplies. The beds are really comfortable! The house is very well situated for a great beach vacation. We could hear the soothing sound of waves even inside the house (or not, if we turned on the AC/fan), there's an ocean view as well as partial sunrise and sunset views - we felt immersed in nature. The hosts are readily available, friendly and very helpful with any question. It's definitely a repeat vacation location.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cameron B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Came back for a second stay
We loved the property so much last year we were delighted to be able to return this summer. Highlights are the large modern kitchen, the beauty and comforts of the living space and the crystal clear heated pool and hot tub. Our daughter learned to swim in the pool and we appreciated the safety of the motorized locking cover. The owners are generous and fabulously organized.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristine S., Philadelphia, PA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely vacation spot
We were two families there for a week and everyone (including three teenagers) enjoyed the stay. The house was beautiful and in a great location! Short and pretty bike ride to shops and restaurants. It was a wonderful, relaxing get away. Anthony and Whitney were terrific hosts! Definitely recommend this house and location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Candace C.

Liked: Cleanliness
great stay
We really enjoyed our family vacation. The location , the house and the hosts were great! A very relaxed stay. Candace
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

jenna f., Hoboken

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home and great location!
I recently stayed at Windows on the Sea with a group of girlfriends all 35+ and we had the best time!!!!! The house is perfect, clean, and spacious! It has everything you could ever think of needing.. it was almost like being right at home!!! We were able to cook a dinner for 12 ladies one night and had every appliance- it was GREAT! The pool is a great feature that we enjoyed most days especially at night when it got a little chilly and could relax in the hot tub portion! We had minimal issues ( most with the sound system) but Whitney and Anthony were always available and willing to help at all times- which was really awesome! I would highly recommend to all ages and groups! Couldnt have asked for a better stay and cant wait to go back!! Dont think twice about booking this house- you will fall in love!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding stay - amazing pool and beach proximity.
We had a great stay with our family. The proximity to the beach and the pool were outstanding. The bikes were excellent and allowed us to get around the island with ease. The hosts made sure everything was addressed. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
Our stay at Windows was amazing! The house was set up beautifully and situated close to the beach and the restaurants and markets. The house was extremely comfortable for our family- ages 4-73! The ferry ride over was easy and fun for everyone and getting to the house was a short walk and very easy with the big wagon left at the port for us. We would love to come back soon- thank you for a special, lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous house with all the amenities
We had an amazing stay at this house. The deck and pool was the highlight for the kids and entertained them for hours every day. The waves were rough at the beach and was too dangerous for littles to play in during our trip, so we spent a lot of time at the pool and biking around. There were plenty of bikes, pool and beach toys that make the trip stress free w/ kids. I always find getting to the house with all your luggage and kids in tow is the hardest part of the trip- thankfully thoughtful owners left a wagon locked at the dock.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hosts, perfect location, beautiful home!
We don't have enough good things to say about the hosts and their home! The hosts are meticulously detailed and have really thought of everything to help you have the most relaxing and enjoyable stay. Their home is beautifully decorated, incredibly clean, and is equipped with everything you need! Plus it's so close to the beach! We only hope we can get back there again to enjoy their wonderful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021