Nothing beats a private dip after a long day on the boardwalk. Ocean City beach days are legendary, but having your own pool is the ultimate vacation upgrade. We have hand-picked 20 premier homes in OCNJ that offer private or community pool access. You get the sun, the sand, and a sparkling pool to come home to. The best part? You can skip the massive price tags found on travel sites. Booking these 20 homes directly saves you from hidden platform fees and the heavy NJ rental tax "bomb."
The beach is great, but sometimes you want a break from the salt and sand. A pool offers a controlled, relaxing environment right in your backyard. It is the perfect spot for a morning swim or a late-night cooldown. Your kids will love having constant access to the water while you relax nearby.
During peak summer weeks, the OCNJ shoreline can get busy. A rental with a pool gives you a private sanctuary to soak up the sun without fighting for a spot on the sand. You don't have to worry about hauling umbrellas and coolers across the dunes every single day. Just step outside and jump in.
Our 20 listings with pools often come with other high-end features like outdoor kitchens and spacious patios. These homes are designed for entertaining and making memories. They provide a resort-style experience while keeping the privacy and comforts of a single-family home.
Homes with pools are the highest-demand properties in OCNJ. Inventory is extremely limited and these 20 homes book up months in advance. Browse the grid below to find your dates and book before they disappear.
When you book through Airbnb or Vrbo, you get hit twice. First, they charge a service fee of up to 15%. Second, those platforms are required to collect the 11.6% NJ State Sales and Occupancy tax. When you book directly with an owner on our site, you are typically exempt from that 11.6% tax. On a $5,000 weekly rental, you save over $1,300 just by skipping the middleman. That is money that stays in your pocket.
We take the stress out of direct booking. Every owner on ShoreSummerRentals.com is verified to ensure a safe transaction. You get to speak directly with the host to ask about pool depths, heater settings, and local OCNJ secrets. It is a smarter, safer, and much cheaper way to vacation.
Many of our OCNJ owners offer heated pools, especially during the shoulder seasons in May and September. Each listing will specify if a heater is available. You can always message the host directly to confirm the pool temperature before you arrive.
The 11.6% NJ state tax applies to rentals booked through third-party "marketplaces" like Vrbo and Airbnb. However, direct rentals between a homeowner and a guest are exempt from this tax in most cases. By booking direct on this page, you legally avoid this massive upcharge.
Most guests save between 25% and 27% total. This comes from removing the 15% platform "service fee" and the 11.6% occupancy tax. For an average Ocean City stay, this savings covers your entire dining budget for the week.