We had a great stay at Damian's "beach hut". The place is very well located, just a couple of blocks from the A train to Manhattan and 1/2 a block from the beach. The apartment is situated on a quiet section of the boardwalk, at the western end of a Piping Plover Sanctuary, adjacent to a (never busy) lifeguarded beach for swimming, just a few blocks from a great surfing beach (with lessons and rentals), and about 1.5 miles east of the start of the boardwalk concessions. There are plenty of great restaurants in Rockaway Beach, a few within walking distance of the unit. Groceries are also easily accessible.
The apartment is very clean and comfortable. The building and neighborhood felt quiet, friendly, and safe. Full disclosure, the exterior door to the building was frequently unlocked, regardless, we ALWAYS felt completely secure.