Spring Lake has a wealth of gorgeous turn-of-the-century (that's the 20th century!) homes on immaculately groomed grounds, more than two miles of pristine beaches, and a lovely shopping village. Take a walking tour (or use one of our bikes) - http://www.springlake.org/historical.

Divine Park surrounds Spring Lake (the lake is actually spring-fed) and the path around affords lovely lake views and bird and fish sitings. Shady trees and benches abound. The wooden bridges are frequent sites for wedding pictures. See more about Divine Park at http://www.springlake.org/historical.

Bring your golf clubs to play on one of our local public courses. The nearby Bel Aire course is 9-hole, par 3 and would be perfect after breakfast some morning. See http://jerseyshore.about.com/library/blgolfmon.htm for more courses.

Allaire State Park is a 20-minute drive from Spring Lake. It has a restored 19th-century ironmaking town, Allaire Village, and antique steam trains on the Pine Creek Railroad. There are hiking trails and you can canoe the Manasquan River there. See more at Allaire State Park.

The Manaquan Resevoir is also a terrific place (Monmouth County Parks). You can rent canoes and paddle boats here, too.

How about a romantic cruise on the calm inland waters of our local rivers and Barnegat Bay? The Mississippi river boat replicas, River Belle and River Queen offer sightseeing, dining, and dancing in style. It is always good to make advance reservations http://www.riverboattour.com.

Surf's up! Always wanted to try surfing? Or, maybe you surfed a long time ago and you are just a little rusty. We would be happy to rent a surfboard for you. We will even come down to the beach and record your attempts with our new digital camera! With or without photography, call us to reserve a board.

Guests of the Sea Crest are welcome to use our passes to the fabulous Atlantic Club Premier Fitness Center during their stay. Racquetball, tennis, indoor pool, spa facilities, and much more. Their fitness room is rated the best in the country!