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The bunk room
Two bunk-bed sets in a light-blue room, sleeping four.
Ocean Beach, Fire Island
A family house in Ocean Beach, Fire Island
4 bedrooms · sleeps 10 · 2–5 min to the ferry and the beach · dogs welcome
Availability & rates
The 2027 season
We rent in 7-day Monday-to-Sunday weeks (check-in Monday at noon, checkout Sunday at noon), the Village of Ocean Beach minimum stay. July 4th week and Labor Day week run Monday noon to Monday noon. Every week below is shown as available until it is marked booked.
| Dates | Stay | 2027 rate | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 31–Jun 6 (Memorial Day week) | Mon–Sun | $4,800 | Available |
| Jun 7–13 | Mon–Sun | $5,000 | Available |
| Jun 14–20 | Mon–Sun | $5,200 | Available |
| Jun 21–27 | Mon–Sun | $5,500 | Available |
| Jun 28–Jul 5 (July 4th week) | Mon–Mon | $8,500 | Available |
| Jul 5–11 | Mon–Sun | $7,800 | Available |
| Jul 12–18 | Mon–Sun | $8,000 | Available |
| Jul 19–25 | Mon–Sun | $8,000 | Available |
| Jul 26–Aug 1 | Mon–Sun | $7,800 | Available |
| Aug 2–8 | Mon–Sun | $8,000 | Available |
| Aug 9–15 | Mon–Sun | $8,000 | Available |
| Aug 16–22 | Mon–Sun | $7,500 | Available |
| Aug 23–29 | Mon–Sun | $7,500 | Available |
| Aug 30–Sep 6 (Labor Day week) | Mon–Mon | $8,500 | Available |
| Sep 6–12 | Mon–Sun | $4,400 | Available |
| Sep 13–19 | Mon–Sun | $4,400 | Available |
| Sep 20–26 | Mon–Sun | $4,000 | Available |
| Sep 27–Oct 3 (overlaps Rosh Hashanah, Oct 1–3) | Mon–Sun | $4,000 | Available |
Cleaning fee: $250
Suffolk County occupancy tax: 5.5%
A house deposit is confirmed at booking
July 4th week (Jun 28–Jul 5) and Labor Day week (Aug 30–Sep 6) are Monday noon to Monday noon, listed at $8,500.
Returning families: ask us about returning-guest rates.
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Families only
Laurence and Brandie, since 2015
Laurence, Brandie, and their kids — the Krulik family — have been opening their Ocean Beach house to guests since 2015. Guests often notice that the family actually stays here, and that it shows.
This is a family house, not a party house. We rent only to families, not bachelor or bachelorette groups, and we get to know our guests before we confirm a week.
The house
A look around the KruPit
A single-level cottage (no stairs) with through-wall air conditioning in every bedroom, two bathrooms plus an outdoor shower, a wraparound deck, a fenced yard, and a washer and dryer.
Where everyone sleeps
Four bedrooms, two baths, ten pillows
Bedroom 1 has a queen, Bedroom 2 has two twins, Bedroom 3 has two bunk beds and sleeps four, and Bedroom 4 has a full. We have not guessed which photograph is which room, except for the bunk room, which is easy to recognize.
A quiet bedroom
Pale blue walls, a ceiling fan, a wood bench at the foot of the bed, and a window. One of the queen- or full-size rooms.
Another bedroom
White walls, wood floors, and a patterned comforter. The house also has a room with two twin beds, listed as Bedroom 2.
Good to know for your group
Two bathrooms, plus the outdoor shower
Two indoor bathrooms (one is shown here; both have a tub/shower) and an outdoor shower — guests have called the three showers a real help with a full house. There is also a pack ’n play / crib.
What’s included
A scannable look at what’s here
If something might have changed (a boat, an umbrella, a sixth bike), we will confirm it when you inquire.
- Wraparound deck with an outdoor sofa, dining, market lights, and Sonos
- Fenced yard and a Weber grill
- Outdoor shower, plus two indoor bathrooms
- Chef’s kitchen with an island, stove and oven, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, coffee, kettle, blender, and rice maker
- Indoor dining table; guests often say the house is well stocked — you mainly bring food
- Washer and dryer, a hair dryer, and an iron
- Through-wall air conditioning in every bedroom
- Verizon Fios Wi-Fi, including on the deck, plus a dedicated writing desk and Ethernet
- Television with Roku (bring your own streaming logins), DVD / Blu-ray, and a library
- Nintendo Wii (including Mario Kart), board games, and an acoustic guitar
- Six adult bikes, a utility cart at the ferry, beach chairs, beach towels, and a Cool Cabana umbrella
- Two boogie boards, a stand-up paddleboard, tennis rackets, toys, and corn hole
- Pack ’n play / crib and children’s dinnerware
- Dogs welcome, up to two, with a small additional security deposit confirmed at booking
Ocean Beach
Location & getting here
The KruPit is in Ocean Beach, on Fire Island, New York. We do not publish a street address here. There is no parking on the property — guests arrive by ferry or boat.
Walks to the beach, the ferry, and town
Guests describe the walk to the beach, the ferry, and town as a few minutes in either direction (reviews say about two to five minutes). We do not claim an ocean view from the house. Walking times are quoted from guest reviews, which do not all agree; they are not a surveyed measurement.
The ferry from Bay Shore
Fire Island Ferries runs from Bay Shore to Ocean Beach; the crossing is about 30 minutes. The house utility cart waits at the dock. Bikes and bulk groceries go on the freight boat, not the passenger ferry — check the ferry site for current freight details.
A car-free village
This is a car-free community. Guests have written about a large playground in town. The ocean beach is lifeguarded in season (typically Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend; hours vary). Ocean Beach Youth Group is the village’s community day camp — check their site for current sessions and enrollment.
From guests
What families have written
A few words from people who have stayed here. Guest-log notes are kept anonymous.
★★★★★
“We had a great stay at Laurence’s place with 4 adults and 4 kids (and 2 dogs). Everything about the experience was 5 stars.”
★★★★★
“I've stayed in many places around Fire Island, but this has been my favorite. Laurence and his family actually stay here and it shows.”
“After many, many years of spending the week of the 4th in Ocean Beach, our family all agreed this was the best year yet! Thank you for sharing your magical ‘Fire Island Classic’ with us. We treasured every minute!”
“Your place has such great energy and it is so comfortable, relaxing + makes for the perfect beachy week with family!”
“We were so comfortable and had everything we needed. Great memories were made here and we can't wait to come back. The location was great, we loved the easy walk into town + the beach.”
The KruPit Guest Book
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Cover
From the guest log
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Before you pack
House & village rules
Treat the house as you would your own. Village ordinances can change — please confirm current village rules before you arrive.
Families only This is a family house, not a party house. We rent only to families, not bachelor or bachelorette groups, and we get to know our guests before we confirm a week.
No parties or events
Occupancy Up to ten overnight guests. The house sleeps ten.
No smoking Including vaping and e-cigarettes.
Pets Up to two dogs, with a small additional security deposit. Amount confirmed at booking. Dogs are not allowed on the beach.
After the beach Please use the outdoor shower when you come back from the sand.
Neighbors Be respectful, and keep the volume reasonable — especially on the outdoor speaker.
No parking on the property Arrival is by ferry or boat only.
The attic is private It is used for storage and older air conditioners. The rest of the house is for guests.
Safety The house has carbon monoxide and smoke alarms.
Village rules
Rental permit All adults on the stay need to be on the rental permit.
Noise Keep it quiet inside after 10 p.m.
Food No food on the beach or the walks.
Dogs Dogs are not allowed on the beach.
Trash Put trash out Wednesday and Sunday nights.
Bikes and e-bikes The Village of Ocean Beach prohibits electric-assisted bicycles, scooters, and similar vehicles year-round. Ordinary bicycle rules are seasonal (including limits on Bay Walk and some weekend riding) and have changed before, so please confirm current village rules before you bring or ride a bike.
Village rules above are drawn from current Village of Ocean Beach public guidance and should be rechecked, since seasonal details can change.
Questions
A few things people ask
How do 2027 weeks work?
We rent in 7-day Monday-to-Sunday weeks (check-in Monday at noon, checkout Sunday at noon), the Village of Ocean Beach minimum stay. July 4th week (Jun 28–Jul 5) and Labor Day week (Aug 30–Sep 6) run Monday noon to Monday noon and are listed at $8,500.
Can we book a 2027 week now?
Yes. Send an inquiry with your preferred week. We get to know our guests before we confirm a week, and we reply within 24 hours.
What about the deposit and cancellation?
A house deposit is part of booking, and dogs have a small additional security deposit. We’ll go over the amounts, timing, and cancellation terms when you inquire.
What’s the cleaning fee and tax?
Each stay includes a $250 cleaning fee and 5.5% Suffolk County occupancy tax, added to the weekly rate. We will confirm the exact total when you inquire.
Are linens and towels provided? What should we bring?
Beach towels are listed among the house amenities. We’ll go over linens, bath towels, and what to pack when you inquire. Plan to bring food (the kitchen is well stocked with tools, not groceries) and your own streaming logins for the Roku television.
Can we bring a dog?
Yes, up to two dogs. There is a small additional security deposit; the amount is confirmed when you book. Dogs are not allowed on the beach, per village rules.
When is check-in and checkout?
Check-in is Monday at noon. Checkout is Sunday at noon, except for July 4th week and Labor Day week, which check out Monday at noon.
Is there a pool? Is there air conditioning?
There is no pool at the house. Yes, there is through-the-wall air conditioning in every bedroom.
Can two families share the house?
Yes, as long as everyone is a family stay (not a party or bachelor/bachelorette group), the house stays at ten overnight guests, and all adults are on the rental permit.
How do we get there?
By ferry or boat; there is no parking at the house. Fire Island Ferries run from Bay Shore to Ocean Beach in about 30 minutes. The house cart waits at the dock. Bikes and bulk groceries go on the freight boat.
Is the house on the beach? Does it have an ocean view?
The house is in Ocean Beach, a short walk from Great South Beach — guests have described that walk as about two to five minutes. The photographs do not show an ocean view from the house, and we do not claim one.
How do we book?
Send an inquiry on this page. We reply within 24 hours.
Book direct
Ask about a week
Tell us which week you’d like, a little about your family, and whether you’re bringing a dog. We get to know our guests before we confirm a week.
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Our Fire Island love
A little film we made with family and friends on Fire Island.