Family-friendly holiday rentals in Essex County

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Apartment in Union

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 380 reviews

Union 2BR Resort-Style Apt – Easy NYC Transit

✨ Urban Luxury next to Union Station ✨ Welcome to AVE Union, where premium living meets 24/7 service with an award-winning team.🏆 Community has a resort-style pool, outdoor kitchen, fire pit lounges, and outdoor gaming areas. 🚆 Perfect for Commuters - Easy NYC access via Secaucus or PATH - Minutes to Newark Airport & Short Hills Mall - Minutes from Newark Liberty International Airport 🛋️ Private Balconies. 💼 Productivity Center 💪 Performance & Wellness 🏡 Professional Environment.

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A cozy studio apartment features a queen bed with a floral duvet and soft pillows. A television is positioned on a wall, while a closet area provides hangers and storage. Natural light filters through blackout curtains, enhancing the tranquil atmosphere.

Apartment in City of Orange

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews

Luxury Reno w/ Private Entry

Unique studio apartment completely renovated with private entry and self check in from electronic lock. Queen bed w/ Sealy pillowtop mattress and blackout curtains for the best sleep. Free laundry detergent! In unit laundry. Access to the backyard and BBQ grill. 420 friendly in backyard only. Central to highways, shopping, and restaurants. Easy 40 min commute to NYC via Orange NJ Transit station 7 mins walking. Minutes from Newark Airport, Prudential Center, American Dream & Metlife Stadium

Top Guest favourite

A comfortable living area is presented with a blue sofa accented by orange cushions and a matching chair. A coffee table sits in front, surrounded by light hardwood flooring. Decorative shelves in the background display books and woven baskets, providing a cozy atmosphere.

Apartment in West Orange

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews

Fragrance Free-Cozy Home Away From Home-Near NYC!

**BEFORE REQUESTING TO BOOK, please read my entire listing for important info and policies** As you can see by my ratings, photos and reviews this truly is a lovely place to stay and I am an attentive host, but please first indulge me and read on... *Exceptions to the rules are made depending on the request. *I maintain a fragrance free home and require that guests be fragrance free as well. Please no perfume, cologne, essential oils. More Details Below *Located in a very safe neighborhood.

Top Guest favourite

A living area features cozy seating with a wide daybed and a sofa adorned with colorful cushions. A lamp and a decorative piece add charm. Natural light filters in through a window, while a potted plant brings a touch of greenery to the space.

Guest suite in Maplewood

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 139 reviews

Private Basement Apartment in Maplewood

You will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located 1-bedroom apartment. It is less than a mile to the NJ Transit train station with direct service to NYC, Newark or Hoboken. Restaurants and shops are within walking or quick driving distance. It is a 10 minute drive to Seton Hall University, a 15 minute drive to Newark International Airport, and a 20 minute drive to NJIT and Rutgers Newark. The Garden State Parkway and Rte 78 are are less than 10 minutes from your door.

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A spacious bed is centered against a backdrop of exposed brick walls and rich wooden ceilings. Two bedside lamps provide soft lighting, enhancing the warm ambiance. Fresh towels are neatly arranged at the foot of the bed, and a small table with a candle adds a cozy touch.

Home in Montclair

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 754 reviews

Cozy Cabin Style Apt In Montclair City Center

Must be at least 25 yrs old to book. *This is a quiet space as we live in the apartment below. Absolutely NO parties and a MAX of 2 people in the room at any time. This all wood, 3rd floor studio is right in the center of town. Tons of restaurants, bars, theaters, and super easy NYC transit (Train and Bus) are all just a few min walk away. The apt. is totally open, has a private entrance, private bathroom, amazing decor, parking and lovely touches throughout. ROMANTIC PACKAGES AVAILABLE.

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Apartment in Harrison

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews

Walk to train to NYC - Cozy Basement apt w parking

Finished basement in Harrison. A Queen size bed and a sleep sofa. Large bathroom. Spacious apartment. *** I am adding a 2nd Queen bed *** Kitchenette, refrigerator, microwave. Washer and dryer. Walking distance to Harrison Train Station and stadiums. Quiet street. Safe area to walk day and night to commute to NYC by train. Free parking in backyard. 7 miles from Metlife Stadium and The American Dream Mall. 12 minute drive. TV with Netflix, Fast Wi-Fi, Bluetooth bathroom speakers.

Top Guest favourite

The living room features a comfortable gray sofa adorned with decorative cushions. A TV sits on a blue stand, and light enters through a window beside the door. A round rug covers the hardwood floor, adding a cozy touch to the space.

Apartment in Montclair

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 319 reviews

Private & Spacious 2 Bed Apt - Prime Montclair

⭐️Perfect Upper Montclair location! ⭐️Spacious 2-bed apartment on 1st floor of Victorian house. ⭐️Private entrance. ⭐️Off-street parking for 1-2 cars. ⭐️Fully stocked kitchen with gas stove, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker fridge-freezer. ⭐️Comfortable king-size beds. ⭐️Strong WiFi and TV with Netflix. ⭐️In unit washer and dryer. ⭐️Close to trains and bus to NYC, parks, grocery stores, cafes, restaurants, American Dream Mall, MetLife stadium. ⭐️Super friendly hosts who live on-sit

Top Guest favourite

The living room features a comfortable sectional sofa with a throw blanket draped over one end. A glass coffee table sits in the center, surrounded by soft carpeting. Two lamps provide gentle light, and large windows allow natural light to fill the space. A map-themed artwork decorates one wall.

Apartment in Caldwell

5 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviews

Bright and Airy 6- Room Apartment

Spacious and bright, 2 separate bedroom 2nd floor apartment in Caldwell, NJ in a quiet and safe neighborhood with off-street parking for 1 car. Close to NYC transportation, restaurants and shopping. This is perfect for business travelers in need of a short term rental, such as, traveling nurses, those relocating to the area or who are in between homes due to construction, etc., as well as, those who want to go into NYC for a show but don't want to pay NYC hotel prices.

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A modern open-concept living space features a sleek black sofa, a round dining table for four, and yellow upholstered chairs. Large windows offer views of the skyline, while natural light brightens the room. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall, adding to the contemporary feel.

Apartment in East Orange

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviews

Bright & Bold Escape w/ NYC Views+Free Park+2 Bath

Step into this beautiful 2 bedroom 2 bathroom Apt. Get to NYC in 30 min. Arrive from EWR Airport in 9 min. City skyline views! Walk 8 min to Brick Church Train Station Suitable for both business & leisure travelers. 🅿️ FREE parking on site ✔️Comfy King-size Bed ✔️[2] Queen-Size Beds ✔️[3]Twin-Size Beds (Foldouts) ✔️Secure Bldg w/ Elevator ✔️Fully Equipped Kitchen ✔️Dining for 8 ✔️[3] 4k Smart TV’s ✔️Fast Wi-Fi ✔️Comfy Sofa ✔️Desk 🏋🏽24/7 Gym See more below!

Top Guest favourite

The outdoor dining area features a glass-topped table accompanied by four cushioned chairs, shaded by a striped umbrella. Surrounding greenery adds a natural backdrop, enhancing the tranquil setting within the secluded patio.

Guest suite in West Orange

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 237 reviews

Pvt. studio close to the city

This private, family-friendly suite features a spacious living room that opens to a secluded patio with a fire pit and outdoor dining area—an ideal retreat for a small family or a couple seeking peace and quiet while staying close to the city. Inside, you'll find a cozy living space with a queen bed, an attached bathroom, a sofa bed, a TV, a writing desk, and a convenient kitchenette equipped with a fridge, microwave, and coffee maker.

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A cozy sleeping area is presented with a wooden bed featuring a patterned comforter and neatly arranged pillows. A rustic stone accent wall adds texture, and a sliding barn door leads to a separate space. Soft lighting enhances the comfort of the room.

Home in Irvington

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 379 reviews

Home away from home

Like having a home away from home feeling. Private entrance little to no interactions with anyone. Sub first floor basement apartment with bedroom plus separate room that can be used for office area to work with laptop or extra guest. Futon included in room. Gym equipment located on the exterior by the entrance of unit. Kitchen, washer, dryer all accessible. Keurig fully stacked.

Top Guest favourite

The spacious living area features a comfortable sectional sofa facing a flat-screen TV. A dark coffee table is centered in the room, with soft lighting emanating from adjacent lamps. A curtain partially divides the space, revealing the entrance to the separate bedroom.

Apartment in South Orange Village

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 468 reviews

Private 1 bedroom apartment with separate entrance

Comfortable and spacious one bedroom apartment with separate entrance located on the ground (basement) level of our historic home in South Orange, New Jersey. South Orange is a vibrant commuter town located 25 minutes by train from New York Penn Station and 15 minutes from Newark Airport. Located 1 block from Seton Hall University. Off street parking is available.