Family-friendly vacation rentals in Essex County

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Apartment in Union

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 391 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 favorite

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, 126 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.

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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

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 143 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, 760 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.

Top guest favorite

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, 321 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

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An open living area is shown, featuring a comfortable gray sofa with a decorative pillow. A large television is mounted on a stone accent wall, displaying a scenic image. A light-colored dining table with chairs is visible in the background, along with a full kitchen.

Apartment in Belleville

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 381 reviews

Beautiful 1 Bedroom Apartment Entire Unit near NYC

A quick getaway with your partner at a cozy place. 5 min drive away from the train station to go to NYC, 5 min away from a supermarket/shopping center Private entrance plenty of free parking This place has AC/heat, full kitchen, bathroom,fridge, microwave coffee machine, and wifi Very safe/quiet neighborhood, and near major attractions Branch Brook cherry blossom park 5 min walk Newark Airport 20min MetLife Stadium 20Min American Dream Mall 20Min Garden State Plaza Mall 30Min

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A dining area is showcased with a round table set for four, featuring textured plates and elegant glassware. Nearby, a sleek kitchen with stainless steel appliances is visible, harmonizing with the modern decor. A cozy sleeping space is seen in the background.

Apartment in East Orange

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 139 reviews

Rosy Retreat w/ NYC View & Free Park|10%OFF 5 days

Step into this bright apt, where soft blush tones and warm neutrals create a cozy escape. Get to NYC in 30 min, or drive 15 min to Prudential Center for events. Arrive from the Airport in 15 min, and walk only 8 min to the train. Get to American Dream in 15 min. 🏋️‍♂️24/7 gym 🚘 Free parking 🌇 City Views 🛗 Elevator Access 🛏 King+ 2 Twins 🍳 Fully Equipped Kitchen 🍽 Dining for 5 📺 Smart TVs in Each Room 🛜Fast Wi-Fi 🪑 Work Desk 🧺 Washer/Dryer 🔥 Central Heat & A/C

Top guest favorite

A cozy living area features a beige sofa paired with decorative pillows, a round glass table, and wooden chairs. Artwork adorns the walls, and a soft glow from overhead lighting enhances the space. The kitchen and bathroom are visible through doorways.

Apartment in Newark

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews

Cozy Apt With Private Entry sightseeing NYC/NJ

NON-SMOKING Full 1Bedroom/1 Bath Apt with private gate and entrance. Queen size bed in bedroom, twin folding bed in closet, queen size sleeper sofa in living room. Very secure property. Smart chargers in each room. 2 smart TVs. Super fast WiFi. Bus to Newark Penn Station, NYC, EWR Airport, Prudential Center, Red Bull Stadium, Hoboken, Jersey City is 1/2 a block away. Multicultural supermarkets, restaurants and bakeries are within walking distance.

Guest favorite

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, 241 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 living area features a neutral sofa adorned with a yellow pillow and a patterned throw blanket. A decorative wall mirror reflects light, and a small table is positioned by the wide door leading to the bedroom, which is softly illuminated by natural light.

Guest suite in West Orange

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 192 reviews

Beautiful Guesthouse w/ Easy access to NYC trains

Extremely Cozy Guesthouse with separate entrance recently renovated and redecorated from top to bottom! Super Clean, and very comfortable space with living room, one bedroom and full bathroom. Located a quick 30 minute train ride to NYC, 15 minutes from Newark Airport (EWR), 10 minutes from Seton Hall University, Montclair and 20 minutes away from the new American Dream Mall In East Rutherford!

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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, 384 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.