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Once Upon a Tide: True Beach House

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun

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Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Dining
Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 91932 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

About this property

Entire place

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

Once Upon a Tide: True Beach House

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun
This smoke-free holiday home features laundry facilities and barbecues. The holiday home has 4 bedrooms and offers a sofa bed and a DVD player. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include offices and desks. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Luxury Beach Getaway

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1,932 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number 22-0452

Property is also known as

True Beach House Once Upon A Tide Your own Private Beach!
True Beach House On The Beach! Golf Bike Shop Once Upon A Tide
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About the area

Map
WADING RIVER, NY

What's nearby

  • Wading River Landing - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Wildwood State Park - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Calverton National Cemetery - 12 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Splish Splash Water Park - 17 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Brookhaven National Laboratory - 18 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Yaphank Station - 18 min drive
  • Shirley, NY (WSH-Brookhaven Calabro) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Shoppes at East Wind - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brekky - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Bistro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Greek Island Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Once Upon a Tide: True Beach House pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Once Upon a Tide: True Beach House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Once Upon a Tide: True Beach House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Once Upon a Tide: True Beach House located?

Nestled on the beach, this Wading River holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wading River Landing and Duck Pond Park. Police Officers Memorial Park and Defense Hill Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Once Upon a Tide: True Beach House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joshua M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing beach

Perfect house for a beach vacation!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent girlfriends wine weekend

8 friends for a wine tour- we loved this property! Right on the beach, large areas inside to gather or find alone space. Lots of beds and several bethrooms to accommodate all. Would love to return to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet beach retreat

Our time spent at this beach retreat was wonderful. The house is comfortable and unique. We enjoyed being right on the sound and having such a lovely quiet beach. The hosts provided everything we could need, and it was a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The twins 89th birthday getaway

We had a lovely time celebrating a combined 178 years of living between my father in law and his twin sister. There was plenty of wonderful views for all of us to enjoy as we visited
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Usher M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property

Stayed at this property with my gf. It was awesome to say the least. Very relaxing, gorgeous settings, beautiful house! Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael B., Brooklyn, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Beach House

The house is perfectly located on a quiet beach. The semi-circular home takes full advantage of the view. The main living area is very comfortable and spacious. The bedroom area downstairs is a bit quirky but nice. The home was clean and the management responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Once upon a tide

It was a awesome setting for a family gathering/wedding. All the accommodations were perfect set against the perfect location. Host Virginia and Debbie checked in to make sure everything was up to our liking. I hope to maybe rent again at this location or one of their others
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Katharine C.

HIGHLY Reccomend

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great stay Home was everything we expected and well stocked with all you need. Managers went above and beyond even dropping off local foods and recommendations. We immediately booked again and hope to make it a family tradition

8/10 Good

Katie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

The house is directly on the beach as advertised with a beach playground within a five minute walk which was incredibly convenient and a hit for our little ones. The owners were super responsive when anything came up. There is a great restaurant nearby where we ate at and got takeout from as well as some other delicious food options close by. Being on the beach makes for the house itself to look and feel a little worn but that’s expected. The two bathrooms are on the smaller size but for our party of five it was fine. The location is what would bring me back. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Usher M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A stunning beachfront house!

This house is beautifully designed, with breathtaking sound views. A rustic and elegant interior that perfectly complements the natural beauty of the area. The furniture and decor are both stylish and comfortable, and boy - that fireplace!! Being right on the beach, you can step outside and be on the sand in seconds. Can't ask for a better location. The house is also incredibly clean and well-maintained. The owners take great pride in their property, ensuring that everything is sparkling clean and comfortable for guests. The bathrooms are immaculate, and the beds are freshly made. A perfect place to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Phillip H.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Big disappointment

The location was as described and wonderful, all other descriptions were misleading. The place was dirty e.g. food on couch, used band aids on floors, dead bugs, spider webs, and more. I reported the food on the couch but nothing happened. A very large trash container ( bigger than 2 large household trash barrels) was full to the point that items fell out when opened and another trash barrel was half full when we got there. The place is not luxury e.g.worn rugs, broken switches, windows and doors would not shut, junk everywhere, I could go on. One tv was completely broken (shattered screen) and was replaced the day after reported. It was not safe for children. Although it has two high chairs this house is not child safe. Child dangerous chemicals were at several locations, lamp cables were so frayed at the plug that they had to be unplugged, and more. The garage, where much of the outside furniture was stored, and was therefore unlocked, had a large plugged in circular saw that could run with the pull of a trigger, there was an aluminum door with the top window missing but still shards of glass around the edge of the missing window, the shelves were jammed full of paints and chemicals, and more. The heating system was noisy at night and settings would change independently (a preprogrammed Nest Thermostat?). A very big disappointment.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

SHERI E.

GREAT STAY

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had an amazing time here. Had everything you could possibly want & need to relax & enjoy! Would rebook this home in a heartbeat.
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10/10 Excellent

Fabulous time!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had an incredibly special time on our visit to Once Upon a Tide. There were 9 of us ranging from 2 to 92 (and a dog) and we all fit comfortably in the “unique” sleeping arrangements. It worked great! My 92 m-in-l could sit at the end of the deck under an umbrella and watch her children/grandchildren/great grandchildren play at the beach just below! The paddle board and kayaks were great fun, as well. Beautiful sunsets each night! Great communication with host, as well.
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Wonderful Family Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house exceeded our expectations and allowed us to create memories we’ll never forget. The view is incredible and the house is very well laid out + fully stocked including outdoor toys. The host was communicative and checked in gently to make sure everything met our expectations upon arrival. The beach itself was filled with beautiful pebbles and shells - so be sure to bring water shoes or sandals for morning/evening walks.Will absolutely be back!
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10/10 Excellent

David V.

Family vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was perfectly placed at the beach-we all loved the open concept and views from the main living room. House was clean and comfortable for my family of 6 and to have guests as well. There is adequate dishes and utensils. There were a few hiccups; luckily there was a door left unlocked, because we could not figure out the lock box and how to get into the home. We did run out of propane for the grill a few days into the vacation, with no replacement tank. We tried communicating with luxury beach, but got no response. Maybe there should be a “service” number to get an immediate response...I’m not sure what we would have done had there been some sort of emergency. Overall a great experience!
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10/10 Excellent

Eun-Hee (Gina) C.

A Memorable Beach Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location of this beach rental is unbeatable. Seeing the water from every window of the living room was a treat, and being able to walk just a few steps down to the beach was convenient, especially with little ones. The bedroom layout downstairs is a bit quirky but the spacious living area was a wonderful gathering place for our family. Debbie, one of the managers, was great to work with -- quick to respond and address any issues, friendly and kind, and really fun to get to know. Our family all agreed this was our best beach rental yet, and we look forward to returning again.
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H., Long Island, NY

Peaceful family getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful 5 night stay at Once Upon a Tide. We were a family of nine had plenty of space to sleep, ear, play games and hang out. We were lucky as the weather forecast was not good for our stay but we had sunny days and a little rain. We used the kayaks and paddle boards many times each day. We enjoyed the quiet beach and deck. The views from the house are beautiful. The sunsets were gorgeous and our last night there was a storm late at night with magnificent lightening over the water. We turned off alll the lights and watched it. The beds were comfortable and there was everything we needed to prepare meals in the kitchen. Spending time at this house makes me want a beach house of our own. We hope to return next year.
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10/10 Excellent

Sue A.

Great trip to Long Island, perfect vacation spot

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Has a great stay on Long Island. Wading River lovely and the house perfect.
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10/10 Excellent

Elaine T., New York

Superb he/location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great staying spite of hurricane Ian paying us a visit. Ginnie called and wanted her landscapers to come over for a cleanup after storm. Not necessary, everything was in perfect order.House is in a great location and was immaculate. All you need is food to prepare in a fully stocked kitchen. Ginnie and Debbie are so helpful with any concerns. Favorite restaurants: Blue Water Fish and LA Plague.
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4/10 Poor

j B.

Not What We Expected

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We booked a week at Once Upon A Tide in October. The house was not cleaned properly leaving some pet stains on the rugs which we pointed out to the property managers. The pictures and description online are not clear as to the position and access for bedrooms and bathrooms. The larger bedroom on the 1st level doesn’t have direct access to a bathroom. You have to pass through either one of the other 2 bedrooms to get to the 2 half bathrooms. The upper level of the house is dated but comfortable with great views from the living room and the outside deck. The landscaping is overgrown and could use some attention. Fortunately one member of our party could not make the trip but if he had the sleeping and bathroom arrangements would have been awkward at best. There was also an issue with the heat which was addressed and resolved on day2 of our stay.We cut our trip short due to those issues and some separate issues at home.Our thank you to Virginia and Debbie for their attention and responsiveness to the cleaning and heat issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Ric-The man speaks the truth! D.

Had a great time, weather not so good not in your hands.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a good time, ,but the weather was horrible too bad you can’t control it.Thanks we always talk about you too our family never a problem.
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10/10 Excellent

Jeanne W.

Your Own Private Beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family stayed at Once Upon a Tide and had a wonderful time. The home is well-stocked and the rooms were very comfortable. The beach is gorgeous and equipped with a paddle board and kayaks. Best of all is the view from the living room and watching the sunsets from the deck. We did have an internet problem but Debbie resolved it quickly. A wonderful vacation!

10/10 Excellent

Amanda A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful & Picturesque

We had a lovely, relaxing stay and truly enjoyed this beautiful home and property. There was plenty of space for our small group and we loved waking up to unobstructed views of the LI Sound. There are many cute shops and restaurants in the area, and we enjoyed a day trip to the nearby Baiting Hollow Farm & Vineyard. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Elaine T., New York

One of the best vacations ever!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house we rented was in pristine condition. The kitchen is fully stocked.Debbie and Ginnie are the best! They will answer any questions within minutes.
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10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

stunning view

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: beautiful sunsets and sunrises! house had all necessities. great BBQ on the deck. kayaks, and a SUP. amazing living room with large windows to enjoy the view. very spacious home. we had a great family vacation. Plenty to do in the area.