Margate, NJ Vacation Rentals

Margate is a city in Atlantic County, New Jersey, located on Absecon Island, along with Atlantic City and Ventnor City to the northeast, and Longport on the southwest. It was originally known as South Atlantic City and became a municipality in year 1869. Margate is a charming island community and a popular Jersey Shore destination, especially during the summer, that stretches approximately eight blocks from the Atlantic Ocean to the bay at most points in town. It is approximately 1.50 miles long and 1 mile at its widest point.

Margate City is the home of Lucy the Elephant, a large wooden elephant 65 ft tall. Marven Gardens, of the famous Monopoly game, is also located there. The city attracts with its amazing location between a bay to one side, a beach to the other, and Atlantic City just minutes away, which offers residents and visitors many opportunities for world class dining, entertainment and outdoor activities. Margate's complex of historic charm, quality schools and strong community spirit, along with its ideal location, forms an artistic whole, whose historic nature reinforces its sense of uniqueness and makes it an attractive place to both visit and live

Margate features: Amusement Park, Beautiful Beaches, Bicycling, Bird Watching, Boating, Candy Shops, Children's Activities, Crabbing, Fishing, Gourmet Dining, Kayaking, Marinas, Massages, Miniature Golf, Museums, Nature Walks, Outlets, Restaurants, Shopping, Surfing, Water Sports