5 Luxe New Jersey Shore Estates in Avalon and Stone Harbor

From its elevated setting along Avalon’s highest natural ridge, 5499 Dune Drive sits on one of just eleven homesites ever created on this storied stretch of coastline. Designed by Mark Asher and built by JG Popper Custom Builders, the four-story residence is shaped around the daily rhythm of the Atlantic—capturing sunrise over the ocean and sunset over the bay. Walls of glass invite the horizon into the interior, while expansive outdoor living areas extend the experience beyond the home’s envelope. A full-floor primary suite offers a sense of separation and calm, and a private wellness center adds a restorative counterpoint to seaside days. It’s a coastal retreat defined as much by its irreplaceable land as by the way it frames light, water, and sky.

Along the water’s edge in Beach Haven Gardens on Long Beach Island, this gated bayfront estate frames panoramic views where the bay becomes the horizon. Spacious decks set the tone for sunset evenings, while inside, 13-foot ceilings, floor-to-ceiling sliders, and custom millwork shape grand living and dining areas. A gourmet kitchen is paired with premium appliances and a hidden full butler’s pantry. The coffered-ceiling living room includes a custom bar and fireplace, joined by a pool-table area, a tropical 13,000-gallon aquarium, and a temperature-controlled wine room. An infinity-edged raised pool and spa overlook the bay, complemented by an outdoor kitchen, firepit seating, rooftop hot tub, and motorized hurricane screens on first-floor decks. A four-stop elevator connects conditioned garages, a dog washroom, and six en-suite bedrooms, with a primary suite offering an office, soaking tub, and private deck for quieter mornings.

Steps from the shoreline in Stone Harbor, this residence sits fifth from the beach with views of the dunes and ocean. Set on an 80′ (First Avenue) by 100′ (118th Street) corner lot, the setting feels open and coastal, with the shoreline close enough to shape the rhythm of each day. Outdoor living takes center stage: decks span three levels, creating a natural progression from morning coffee to sunset gatherings, while a swimming pool adds an easy, resort-like counterpoint to beach time. With its generous footprint and a layout designed to extend outward, the home balances privacy and panorama in equal measure. It’s a place where the day can move seamlessly between decks, pool, and sand, with the ocean always in view.

Steps from the shoreline in Stone Harbor, this completely renovated residence sits fourth from the beach with views of the dunes and the ocean. Set on a 60′ (First Avenue) by 100′ (107th Street) corner lot, the outdoor spaces are designed for an easy coastal rhythm, with front and rear decks on both levels to catch morning light, sea breezes, and long afternoons outside. A swimming pool anchors the setting, offering a private alternative to the nearby beach while keeping the water-centric lifestyle close at hand. With its corner orientation and layered deck spaces, the home balances openness and retreat, inviting daily life to spill outdoors—whether it’s a quiet coffee facing the dunes or an evening unwind with the ocean in view.

Steps from the shoreline at 65th Street beach, 182 65th Street in Avalon is imagined as a seaside retreat designed for summers that become tradition. The custom home balances coastal ambience with timeless elegance, pairing a tranquil, island-inspired vibe with refined finishes. With minimal seasonal usage by the owners, the interiors have been kept in pristine condition, creating an easy sense of arrival—more retreat than routine. Days can begin with the beach close at hand and unfold at an unhurried pace, with the calm, polished décor setting the tone for gatherings large and small. Set on Avalon’s south end, it offers the kind of setting that naturally invites repeat seasons, familiar rituals, and long, sunlit stays.