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Long Beach Island

LONG BEACH ISLAND, better known as LBI, is a barrier island linked to the New Jersey mainland by a single bridge. Just half a mile wide, and 18 miles long, LBI is home to Barnegat Lighthouse at the northern end, and Holgate bird sanctuary at the southern end. In between lie six waterfront townships catering to lovers of sea and sun.

Long Beach Island has been continuously settled since 1690 and had its first boarding house, owned by Robert Tucker, in 1765. Tourism grew as transportation expanded. A number of charming, historic Victorian homes remain in the town of Beach Haven., including the elegant Williams Cottage Inn.

Today LBI retains its character as a tranquil seaside retreat with miles of beach, boating, fishing, and fresh seafood. This is the perfect place to stroll on the beach, bike, jog, read, explore. Sunrise on the ocean, sunset on the bay, refreshing sea breezes and pure relaxation are Long Beach Island tradition.

Links to a few of our Partners AND Long Beach Island Attractions

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Links to Long Beach Island Special Events

  • Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce - Calendar of Events
  • Surflight Theater Schedule - Checkout the 2008 Season for "Broadway at the Beach" - Chicago, starring John Davidson, All Shook Up, 2 Comedy Nights, Beatlemania, Judy Collins, and White Christmas, just to name a few of the spectacular shows.  http://www.surflight.org.   
  • http://www.movietickets.com/house_detail.asp?house_id=10561 ~ Movie Theater schedule - Beach Stadium 5 ~ Herbert Ave & Long Beach Blvd. 492-6906. Early Bird Matinee Coming Soon! 
  • 36th Annual LBI Commemorative 18 Mile Run - October 12th - http://www.raceforum.com/lbi
  • 2nd Annual ENDLESS SUMMER TRIATHLON & DUATHLON Sun. September 21, 2008 ~ "Rain or Shine" ~ http://www.lin-mark.com/esmaps08.htm
  • BEACH HAVEN GUIDED WALKING TOURS - Beach Haven - Outdoor tour includes restored, privately owned Victorian and Seashore Colonial houses and 6 Bed & Breakfasts. AVAILABLE DURING SUMMER ONLY. 609-492-0700
  • LONG BEACH ISLAND MUSEUM - Beach Haven - Exhibits of Long Beach Island history and artifacts. Walking tours and historical programs available EVERY MONDAY NIGHT. 609-492-0700
  • BAY VILLAGE AND SCHOONER'S WHARF - Beach Haven - More than 40 shops and 6 eateries.  Don't miss the Fudge Shop. 609-492-2800
  • ECOTOUR - Ship Bottom - Environmental kayaking and naturalist guided tours throughout the bay and wetlands area. 609-361-6425
  • February 1st, 2009 @ 1pm - Super "Plunge" Sunday . St. Francis Community Center, 4700 Long Beach Blvd; Brant Beach, NJ 08008

    Are you going to be on LBI Super Bowl Sunday? Are you part Polar Bear? ...then save the date for the 4th Annual Super "Plunge" Sunday. Brave the icy Atlantic before the big game... Registration Fee: $30.. per person before February 1. $35.00 per person on February 1. (fund raiser-tax deductible donation) Alcohol-Free Event. To ensure the safety of all plungers, please refrain from the consumption of alcoholic beverages prior to, during or post Plunge.For registration forms and more information please contact.. 609-494-8861.  All Williams Cottage Inn guests registered for the Polar Bear Plunge will be extended a late checkout.

Williams Cottage Inn · 506 South Atlantic Avenue · Beach Haven, NJ 08008
Phone 609 492 7272 · www.williamscottageinn.com · e-mail: innkeeper@williamscottageinn.com