Awesome B&B!!

Amazing B&B!! I highly recommend!! The food was delicious, and the service was great. They really made you feel at home.
Staey C
9/2/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

My storybook Mini-break!!

I wish I was still at The Island Guest House.Gourmet Breakfast in the Garden, Romantic room with new double shower, immaculately clean, A/c, T.V. all one short block to the Beach!! Just park your car and you will want for nothing. It's all there; restaurants, Clam shacks,shopping,museums.
Marisa Malone
Brooklyn, NY
8/24/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

'The' B&B on LBI!!

The Island Guest House boasts an atmosphere that is charming, warm, and simply inviting. Whether you want romance, a girls getaway, or family time....this B&B is the perfect choice! The innkeepers,along with their children and staff, are very warm people who always wear a smile and are available at any time to answer your inquiries.
Lisa G
8/21/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Wonderful Bed and Breakfast

This was a very cozy, well run, clean Inn. The food was fantastic!
Sharon Weslow
8/17/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

A B&B that matches its website

We chose the Island Guest House B&B for a few reasons: price, private bath, and the impressive web sites. I have seen websites where the photographer was a GENIUS, because the pictures made a showplace out of a dump - this was NOT the case here - we liked what we saw on the web, and we very happy to see that the Island Guest House looked EXACTLY as it was pictured. The food was as good (if not better) than the web described, and the owners were very friendly and accommodating. This is a great, quaint place to stay and there is no shortage of things to do in the area.
Tony Raio
8/6/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

B&B Novice Guests

We had a terrific 3 day stay at this inn. Excellent location, owners on site to be available should need anything, and the breakfasts were fantastic - very different each day.
Erin Valentine
8/5/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Our two cetns on the B&B at LBI

At the first glance, we were disappointed as the guest house looked much larger on the website than in reality. Our room was B6 and the private bath was really not what we expected. It was a shower box in a little room with carpet and as we are both tall, we really needed time to adjust to the tight space. A real advantage of our room was the little deck, accessible from the bathroom, which we enjoyed after a day at the beach. The hospitality of the owners compensated the deficiencies of the room. The service was good and as guest you could feel the commitment of the owners to make this a special stay for their guests. The staff of the Inn was excellent, especially the women who served breakfast and surprised the guests with wonderful cakes during tea time, and this contributed a lot to the feeling that the Island Guest House was a nice place to stay.
Christiane Hackl
8/5/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Love this place!

We are so happy we "found" this place!! Mark and Joanne do everything possible to make you feel comfortable and at home. Everything is within walking distance. Breakfasts were freshly prepared each morning, and afternoon ice tea and home made sweets were set out after a "hard days work" on the beach! We will definatly stay here again.
Catherine McGurl
8/2/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Solid B&B

The place was clean, the room was good and the innkeepers were very hospitable. It was a solid place to stay.
Dave H
New york, NY
8/1/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Island Guest House

The owners were very attentive and made the stay comfortable.
Maria W
Pgh, PA
8/1/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Great place to stay in Beach Haven

Great rooms, price, food, hospitality and location. I'd recommend this place and plan to return there myself.
Laurie L
7/30/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

A convenient B&B with a great value

My wife and I visted LBI for a short midweek vaca. We have stayed at the Island Guest House in the past & always come back. Joanne & Mark are warm and great hosts doing just about everything to make your visit satisfying. You can't beat the location-beaches-restaurants-shopping. Rooms are comfortable and the breakfasts are the best. We recommend this spot for its overall value and friendlyness
Ed Keating
yonkers, NY
7/26/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Lovely stay on LBI

The innkeepers Joanne and Mark run a terrific B&B. The breakfasts were delicious and the location is walking distance from all you need, yet remains very quiet.
Danielle & Frank D'Amico
Gillette, NJ
7/25/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Weekend Getaway at Island Guest Hou

We had a very nice anniversary weekend when we stayed at the Island Guest House in June of 2010. It was cozy, clean, the inn keepers were very friendly and helpful. The breakfasts were delicious. I will definitely return to the Island Guest House soon.
Rose Juneau
7/24/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

another great weekend!

we always enjoy such a lovely weekend whenever we stay @ the Island Guest House~ very warm and relaxing atmosphere!
lydia spingler
7/19/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Relaxing Stay

I needed a destressor from my profession and found a great place to do just that! My 4 night stay was wonderful. Breakfast was delicious, hospitality excellent. The Inn adorable and comfortable. The local beach beautiful and very relaxing. What more could I ask for in a getaway ?!
Carol I
7/19/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Relaxing by the Sea

Island Guest House is just perfect for a quiet get-away, enjoying the beach, and being treated to sumptuous breakfasts and fun wine-tastings and in general, a good time. Joanne and Mark are super, as is their family who helps out at the inn. Lorrie and Deb are great in the kitchen and also very sweet. The inn is clean and the staff is efficient. What a great place to stay on LBI.
Charlene Farissier
7/9/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Great B&B

Warm and friendly atmosphere. Delicious food, lovely room. Great getaway.
Nancy Kull
7/9/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

AMAZING JULY 4TH VACATION!

My girlfriend and I hade maid reservations for the Island Guest House about two months before our stay this past weekend. From the very begining the staff was very personal and willing to answer any and all of our questions in a timely fashion. When we arrived on the day of our trip, we were greeted with a warm smile and a courtesy gift bag. The house was beautiful and well maintained. The staff were extremely friendly and willing to talk to us. Their suggestions for places to eat and visit were spot on. Every morning came with some of the most delicious breakfast we have ever eaten. We loved the fact that every time we came in to the house after a long day on the beach there was always some kind of amazing baked good prepaired and waiting in the common room. We plan on booking another stay at the Island Guest House later this summer. We had a wonderful time.
Charles Corletta
7/7/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

stay here; great breakfast !

Stayed at this inn many times. Great location and close to most everything. Friendly inn-keepers. Breakfast was great and ate outside in the sunshine every morning :)
Luann Matika
Allentown, PA
7/3/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Best Breakfast Ever

Wonderful innkeepers, great location (least crowded beach block), and the best breakfast ever.
John Guynn
6/30/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Love this place!

I have been coming to LBI for years. This was my first stay at a B&B on LBI. It was excellent! Mark and Joanne are great hosts. My boyfriend and I felt right at home. We were sad when Sunday afternoon came and we had to leave. We will definitely go back to the Island Guest House.
Lisa Piatt
6/28/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

We love Island Guest House

My husband and I were married on LBI in October of 2008. We had our reception at the Island Guest House and enjoyed a relaxing and magical wedding weekend there with our entire family. Joanne and Mark truly make you feel at home. They are both exceptionally kind, caring and friendly people, who really seem to enjoy what they do. The guest house itself is quaint, beautiful and always clean. It has that "charm" that so many of the historic homes on LBI have. Aside from looking great, the food is amazing. Joanne has a passion for cooking that is evident in the food she makes. Staying at the guest house is as comfortable as being at home-- only 100x better.
Gwen Womack
6/16/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

A weekend to remember

Mark and Joanne are amazing hosts. This was the first getaway for my girlfriend and I, and needless to say she was thoroughly impressed.. We hold fond memories of the Island Guest House. - Richard Materazzi
Richard Materazzi
6/14/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

tranquil and peaceful experience

Loved this quaint b&b!! The courtyard is beautiful with flowers and water fountains that create a peaceful and serene experience - so relaxing!! The innkeepers are super friendly and pay attention to the guests and offer up a delicious breakfast!! The ambiance of this inn speaks for itself and cannot be compared to a regular dull hotel room. I would definitely stay here again!
Faith Derstine
Telford, PA
6/14/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

One nite stand.

Needed a room for one nite only- and was very pleasantly surprised with this INN. The hosts were wonderful. The room and facilities were splendid. The breakfast wAs the best.
artie siegel
6/13/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Great B&B expirience

I had a great time and I definitely recommend to stay here to have a great Breakfast and relax at the beach.
Krystal Ocasio
bronx, NY
6/6/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Romantic & Amazing!

My 20th anniversary could of not been better. Loved this Inn! The owners are so down to earth and so nice,not to mention helpful! We will be back!
Celeste B
5/31/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Wonderful B & B--Truly a Gem

We discovered this hidden little gem last year (2009) after staying one night at a miserable Class C motel which billed itself as a "B & B" on the North end of LBI. We arrive on the IGH doorstep the following morning bags in hand and 3 kids in tow and the owners, Mark & Joanne Spulock were absolutely wonderful!! They rearranged some things and were able to accommodate all of including my mother-in-law who was visiting with us from England and we had just an amazing experience. Each day began with home-made breakfast either in large, warm kitchen of this friendly place with a chance to meet other guests and chat over delicious muffins, French Toast or eggs of our choice. Since then my wife and I have been back twice and I went there solo at the end of the season (late September of 2009) for a brief 3 day R & R. Most recently we visited IGH earlier this month (5/10) and Mark and Joanne were once again as gracious as ever and each time we come back there is something new or different about the place which keeps it always interesting yet extraordinarily comfortable. Rates are very reasonable and they will accommodate special requests to the extent they can. As they are fond of saying, "All you need to bring are some beach towels and good weather!!" The rest is supplied by this charming oasis of hospitality and friendship. Paul & Rachael Philadelphia, PA
Paul S
5/30/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Fun Times

Long weekend vacation for our 6 year old to see "Old Barney" Wonderful place! Would stay again! Thank you!
Kelly O
5/24/2010

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Amazing!

This inn is perfect! The rooms were very cozy, clean and well designed/decorated. The service was wonderful (the innkeepers are the sweetest people we ever met), and the breakfasts were absolutely delicious (the cheese blintzes are unbelievable)! It's location couldn't be any better, it's only a very short stroll to the awesome beaches, and it's location in town makes shopping and dinner a very easy walk as well. There is really no need to drive at all when your there, but for the adventurous couple, they offer a great bicycle built for two. We will certainly be going back for years to come, and we highly recommend this inn to anyone looking for the perfect getaway!
Harry B
1/24/2009

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Your Island retreat

We enjoyed our stay ant the Island Guest house. Mark and Joanne were great through the booking process and even though we had a small room it was clean and comfortable. Our 5 year old daughter enjoyed her stay as well. The location cannot be beat and the owners gave us lots of suggestions about where to eat and places to go. There is a lovely porch for reading or relaxing with an iced tea or a glass of wine. Our bed was comfortable and we had a good nights sleep, it is on a quite street. I think that it is worth it to spend $10 per person (after check-out) to use the beach badges/showers and get fresh towels... so you can add another day of beach before going home. Nice option.
vin Lupan

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

LBI Gem

With a wonderful location, clean, comfortable rooms and friendly and welcoming proprietors, the Island Guesthouse is a delightful oasis in a sea of nearby strip motels and chain accommodation. Mark and Joanne, along with their lovely daughter Victoria, balance working hard to meet individual guests' needs while respecting the privacy and personal space occasionally too cloying at other Bed and Breakfasts. Breakfast served at the Inn is outstanding, with Joanne carefully supervising preparation and service to insure standards equivalent to finer resorts. In short, the Island Guesthouse is a wonderful destination and sure to please even the most discerning visitor.
Joseph Sponholz

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Above and Beyond Service

The breakfasts here alone are worth the trip! Fantastic location, just a few short blocks from the beach and a great outside bar with live music. Joanne and Mark's hospitality is unsurpassable, and they have selected people to work with who are equally as wonderful. Extremely clean room and house, comfortable temperature, delicious food, easy parking. There's really no other option if you're going to LBI!
nicole s

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Marvelous Bed & Breakfast

This Bed and Breakfast was perfect for our family reunion. Cozy quarters, great room service, delicious complementary breakfast, and wonderfully spacious patio for everyone to hang out. The service was outstanding - Joanne and Mark welcomed us with open arms to their establishment and really made us feel like family. This place is also only a few blocks from the beach - very convenient for small store shopping as well. I would definitely go back if I visited LBI again - two thumbs up!
Megan Raedy

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Great Stay!

Guest House, my husband and I decided to give it a go and so glad that we did! The Inn was comfortable and inviting but without all the frills and potpourri that I usually associate with B and B's. Mark and Joanne were the perfect hosts and attended to our every need. Five minutes after we arrived, we were sitting around her kitchen island drinking lemonade! Yet, quite intuitively, they knew when to chat and when to let us go off on our own. Each morning a homemade breakfast is served which can be enjoyed in their dining room, on the porch or in their lovely side yard. The homemade waffles and strawberries were divine! Joanne also serves some sort of afternoon "snack" -one day it was watermelon and cupcakes and the next day it was hot dogs and chips and watermelon. In an attempt to be a bit frugal, we opted for a room with a shared hall bath. the room itself was comfortable with a window ac unit and flat screen TV-although we never turned it on. Their is a sink in the room and with a fabulous outside shower we really only used the hall bath for the toilet. Seemed the we were the only ones using it, as I never saw another person go in or out. The room was comfortable but anything more then 2 or 3 nights would start feeling too snug. Perhaps one of the best things was the option to "extend " the day. By paying $10 per person, after the 11AM check out you could continue to use all parts of the Inn other then your room of course. So after we checked out, we still had the beach tags for our use, came back to use the bathroom and outdoor shower -for which Joanne provided towels- and enjoyed the afternoon hot dogs and fruit. This was a fantastic arrangement-and one, I believe, you can take advantage of if you arrive early in the day before check in. So, thank you Mark and Joanne for a wonderful stay! Janet and Michael
Janet Sokoloff

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

A quaint, romantic place!!

We just returned from our long weekend at the Island guest house in Beach Haven NJ. The house is beautifully decorated, clean and comfortable. The owners, Mark and Joanne were very accommodating and put up with our large crowd! I highly recommend this place!
Beth Cooke

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

The best B&B

cared for us like Royalty. Mark and Joanne are the best!
Ron Hudgens

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Amazing first B&B experience!

It was our first Bed and breakfast, and we woulcn't have asked for anything more! Joanne and Mark were incredibly friendly and hospitable. The location was perfect. Walking distance from anything you could need on the island. The food and service were amazing, as well! Definately a place I recommend for anyone looking for a quiet weekend away, especially with a loved one!
Ismael L

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

LOVED IT!

We had an amazing stay at this beautiful B&B. The inkeepers and staff made us feel warm and welcomed. Our first stay at a B&B. cant wait to go back!
gina pellino

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Little slice of heaven

Complete with Angels! Staying at this B&B is the perfect get away. Affordable, close to the beach, the theater, shops, and restaurants. Plenty of common areas for privacy, but always someone to chat with if you're so inclined. The service is top notch, and every detail has been attended to so there is nothing left to do but relax, enjoy your breakfast, a day at the beach, an afternoon snack after your outdoor shower and figure out which of the many restuarants to have dinner.
Maggie Langley

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

First time at B&B

Amazing food and amazing people!! Joanne and Marc thanks for an awesome weekend!!
Victoria Crawford
Sterling, VA

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Friendly B&B

Stayed here for a family wedding. The owners and their staff were very friendly and catered to any request (within reason) made of them. Food was excellent. The place was clean and comfortable. Would stay here again if we should ever come back to Beach Haven.
Cheryl Tumolo

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

great time

Had a wonderful stay at the Island Guest House! The food was excellent -they were very kind in taking care of my vegetarian needs. The place was clean and comfortable and the hosts made us feel right at home. Great location for beach time as well as shopping and dining. Lots within walking distance.
Norma Mayo
Linden, VA

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Blessing

The hospitality, accomidatons, and food were exceptional. They know how to treat a guest!
Terry Highland

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

Wedding Weekend

We secured the B&B for the weekend of September 14/16 for our wedding! Joann and Mark (and Christina) were the BEST HOSTS EVER for all 28 of our guests!!! The B&B is wonderful! Each meal prepared was better than the last!! Our day was so special and Island Guest House made it perfect!! Thank you Joann and Mark!! We will see you on our first anniversary!!!
Susan Zerr
Pottstown, PA

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

can't wait to return!

we can't say enough great things about this place! we had a small wedding here in May and after 6 months of patient and endless help from the owners we had a beautiful intimate wedding party in their garden patio area. the sound system was totally perfect for the occasion, their house caterers provided delicious food. the owners' willingness to accomodate made the planning so easy and fun. i stayed in the sunflower room before the wedding and it had a glorious bathroom with a cute balcony. the breakfast was fantastic (be sure to try the creme cake- a family recipe that is heavenly!) and the innkeepers were so sweet and eager to please. the assistant they provided us for our wedding was absolutely irreplaceable. the owners have struck a perfect balance of being professional while still making you feel right at home. they are unobtrusive and offer as much privacy as you want, but i promise you will want to stop and chat with them as much as possible. they are truly great people with a gift of hospitality. thank you joanne and mark and victoria- we can't wait to visit again!
kristen peters

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

We found a treasure!

We decided,spur of the moment, to head to the shore..no reservations..we had a list of B&B's..at the Island Guest we were welcomed with open arms and given a good rate...a warm and friendly owner and staff..they were ready to accommodate ours needs..only a short walk to the beach, close to restaurants and attractions...the inn has an old,historic charm...the breakfasts and homemade baked goods were great..we brought bikes but they provide them too. We were sorry to leave and hope to return. (also I left 2 bags there, I called,in a panic, but the owner calmed me and said she would send them to me!)
BARBARA KELLY

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service

buyer beware

This B&B has a "if you don't ask, you won't get" policy. Their supposedly new hot water system is defunct; I had 2 days of cold showers. The owners never apologized. Instead, only after they alluded that it was our fault because we didn't let the water run long enough, and we retorted that we let the water run 15 minutes, they told us how much the system cost & said that maybe someone changed the setting by mistake. On the second night, we had a sleepless night due to the hot room temp. Between cold showers and no sleep we approached owners in the morning and they refused to refund us the 3rd night when we said we didn't want to stay. The owner pointed to a paper that was in our room and said that if we were uncomfortable, we had the responsibility to call them. Really?!? We certainly were not going to call at 2am and turn on the AC! Its summer, they should have set the AC on their own, not wait for a complaint. Their reactive stance applied to room cleaning as well. Sheets and towels are only changed upon request. Our room's trashcan wasn't even emptied. Breakfast was below par when compared to other B&B's that pride themselves on making it a highlight. This B&B makes a casserole egg dish or a cobbler (represented by them as blueberry french toast) on alternating days. They place the Pyrex on a table without heat under it as part of a meager buffet...that includes one cut up fruit option and bagels. Coffee comes from a convenience store style machine 24-7. They don't brew real coffee in the morning. In a B&B, you expect comfortable sleeping, a hot shower and a decent breakfast. None were offered here. In better facilities, if AC and hot water are not running, most would allow you to leave and refund you the unused night. This place refused and only after some words, they acquiesced to refunding a small portion that didn't even cover the tax.
linda denmark

My ratings for this property
	Location
	Comfort
	Condition
	Cleanliness
	Service