The Seaport Retreat is a bright, newly built 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom townhome in a quiet gated community in Elizabeth, New Jersey. It sleeps up to 8 guests, includes one free private parking space, and sits just 5-10 minutes from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), with direct NJ Transit trains to New York Penn Station close by.

Families, groups of friends, work teams, and travelers with early flights all have room to spread out here: a king primary suite with its own bathroom, two twin bedrooms, a full kitchen, in-unit laundry, and a private balcony. Self check-in means you can arrive on your own schedule.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (SLEEPS 8)
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed with private en-suite bathroom (sleeps 2)
- Bedroom 2: 2 twin beds (sleeps 2)
- Bedroom 3: 2 twin beds, plus a desk and office chair (sleeps 2)
- Living room: 2 sofa beds (sleeps 2)
- Bathrooms: 2 full bathrooms - 1 en-suite in the primary bedroom, 1 shared by Bedrooms 2 and 3
- Fresh linens on every bed, with extra linens and pillows provided

HIGHLIGHTS
- The entire home is yours - no shared spaces
- Newly built townhome in a quiet, gated community
- 5-10 minute drive to Newark Airport - ideal for early departures and late arrivals
- Direct trains to Manhattan from Elizabeth Station, about a 6-minute drive
- One free private parking space - garage or driveway
- Full kitchen with island seating for 4
- In-unit washer and dryer, free to use
- Private balcony off the living room
- Fast Wi-Fi and a dedicated workspace
- Self check-in
- Park with a playground and splash pad within walking distance

THE SPACE
The main level is one bright, open space. The living room, dining area, and kitchen flow together under hardwood floors and big windows, with sliding glass doors out to the balcony. The three bedrooms and two full bathrooms are on the upper levels, so the sleeping areas stay quiet and separate from the main living space.

PRIMARY SUITE (BEDROOM 1)
The largest bedroom and the quietest corner of the home.
- King-size bed
- Private en-suite bathroom
- Smart TV
- A wall of closet space and bedside lamps

BEDROOM 2
A bright, calm room with two twin beds - a good fit for kids, friends traveling together, or colleagues who prefer their own bed.
- Two twin beds
- Soft rose headboards and woven wall art
- Closet space and bedside lighting
- Large window with blinds

BEDROOM 3
A second twin room, finished in deep blue with modern artwork - plus a proper place to work.
- Two twin beds
- Dedicated desk and office chair
- Closet space and bedside lighting
- Large window with blinds

LIVING ROOM
Big enough for the whole group to sit together comfortably.
- Two large sofas that convert into beds
- Smart TV
- Sliding doors to the private balcony
- Open to the kitchen and dining area

KITCHEN AND DINING
A full kitchen set up for real cooking - for family meals, group dinners, or longer stays.
- Full-size stainless steel range, oven, microwave, and refrigerator
- Plenty of counter space
- Coffee maker and electric kettle
- Kitchen island with stool seating for 4
- Cookware, dishes, glassware, and silverware

BATHROOMS
Two modern, freshly finished full bathrooms - one en-suite in the primary bedroom and one shared by the other two bedrooms.
- Glass and matte black fixtures
- Towels, shampoo, conditioner, and body soap provided
- Hair dryer
- Hot water and strong water pressure

LAUNDRY
- Full-size washer and dryer in their own closet inside the home, free to use
- Detergent provided
- Iron and ironing board

OUTDOOR SPACE
- Private balcony off the living room with open views over the community - a good spot for morning coffee before a flight or a quiet drink in the evening

PARKING
- One free private parking space included with every stay
- Park in the garage or the driveway - your choice
- No permits and no street-cleaning rules to worry about

ARRIVAL AND GUEST ACCESS
The entire home is yours for your stay: all three bedrooms, both bathrooms, the kitchen, dining and living areas, the laundry, the balcony, and your parking space. Check-in is self-service, so you can land, drive over, and settle in without waiting for a key handover.

If you need anything before or during your stay, send me a message through Vrbo and I will get back to you quickly. I am happy to answer questions and share local recommendations.

THE NEIGHBORHOOD
The home is on a quiet residential street in a small gated community. A neighborhood park is a short walk away, grocery stores and local restaurants are a few blocks away, and Newark Airport, the New Jersey Turnpike, and the train to Manhattan are all within minutes.

Elizabeth is New Jersey`s fourth-largest city and one of its most diverse, with Portuguese, Spanish, Colombian, Peruvian, and Italian restaurants all a short drive away - at local prices. It is a practical base for exploring New York City without paying New York City prices, with a parking space that is actually yours.

THINGS TO DO NEARBY
- The Mills at Jersey Gardens - New Jersey`s largest outlet mall, with no sales tax on most clothing and shoes, about 5 minutes away
- IKEA Elizabeth - about 6 minutes away
- Liberty State Park - Manhattan skyline views, waterfront paths, and ferries to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, about 15 minutes by car
- Manhattan - a direct NJ Transit train ride, no transfers needed

PARKS AND FRESH AIR
- Miller Playfield - a short walk away, with a playground, splash pad, basketball courts, and an outdoor exercise area
- Veterans Memorial Waterfront Park - a waterfront deck and walking path with views toward Staten Island and the working port
- Mattano Park - walking paths, sports fields, and open green space, about 10 minutes away

COFFEE AND BREAKFAST
- Seaport Diner - a classic local diner just around the corner on Dowd Ave, with big breakfasts and early hours before a flight
- Elizabeth Avenue cafés - a short drive away for Portuguese pastries and strong espresso

PLACES TO EAT
- Minhoto Restaurant - Portuguese cooking on East Jersey Street, a few minutes away
- Del Porto - one of Elizabeth`s highest-rated restaurants, serving classic Italian on Elizabeth Avenue
- Valença and Algarve - two long-standing Portuguese restaurants in north Elizabeth, known for grilled meats, seafood, and generous portions
- KAI Restaurant and Bar - Peruvian food and pisco sours on Bayway
- Don Felix Bar and Restaurant - a lively local spot for steak, tacos, and a late drink

GETTING AROUND
By air:
- Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) - about a 5-10 minute drive
- Uber and Lyft are easy to find in the area, day and night

By train to New York City:
- Elizabeth Station (NJ Transit) - about a 6-minute drive; direct trains to New York Penn Station in roughly 35 minutes
- Newark Airport Station - about a 10-minute drive; trains to New York Penn Station in roughly 25 minutes
- North Elizabeth Station - another nearby option on the same line
- Tip: download the NJ Transit app for live train times and mobile tickets

By car:
- Manhattan - roughly 25-40 minutes, depending on traffic and tunnels
- New Jersey Turnpike - just minutes away
- Routes 1 and 9 and the Garden State Parkway - easy access across New Jersey
- Goethals Bridge - Staten Island in about 10 minutes
- Rush hour - expect heavier traffic from 7-9 AM and 4-7 PM around the airport and the Turnpike
As this is a residential building, please respect the quiet hours and be considerate of the neighbors. Gatherings are not permitted during these times.