Welcome to our romantic riverside getaway, nestled upon the shores of the Forked River. As a guest of The Captain's Cottage, you will relax and enjoy the casual elegance of this gracious  Inn. Unwind in the comfort of your finely appointed guest room, and enjoy gourmet breakfast the next morning. The Captain's Cottage is the perfect environment to rekindle romance, celebrate birthdays, anniversary or that special weekend getaway.

The Captain's Cottage is the perfect home base for fishing, sailing and other waters sports and activities. The Inn is Forked River's only Bed & Breakfast with its own marina. Sit upon our back porch and watch the parade of sailboats meandering to and from the Barnaget Bay. A short walk allows you to enjoy one of Ocean Counties finest river dining opportunities at the Captain's Inn. For the antique enthusiasts, the Shoppes of Historic Smithville are just a quick trip away. Across the Bay, is the Barnegat Inlet and Historic Barnegat Lighthouse. Just north of the Inlet are the beautiful preserves and bathing beaches of Island Beach State Park. The park also offers exceptional surf fishing. Also located on the same barrier island is one of New Jerseys famous Boardwalk and Amusement Piers, Seaside Heights. While offering quiet riverside charm and escape, the excitement of Atlantic City and Six Flags Great Adventure are both only minutes away.  Whatever your pleasure or desire, the Inn at Rivers Cottage is an escape for all seasons.

Explore the back roads of New Jersey during your stay with us and enjoy unique antiquing from Waretown to Smithville, wine taste Cream Ridge, golfing, and the NJ Seaside Boardwalks. Allow the Captain's Cottage to be your romantic and peaceful getaway to return to after sampling the many fine restaurants, shops and attractions of the area. Return and cool off upon on our private decks, watching the sailboats gliding by. Bask in the simple pleasures and charm of The Captain's Cottage Marina Bed & Breakfast.