The 2007 Breeders’ Cup, thoroughbred racing’s premier event held at Monmouth Park in Oceanport, NJ, is celebrating its 24th anniversary. The Historic Inns of Spring Lake, only 11 miles from the races, are a haven of luxury for horseracing fans October 26 & 27 when the richest day in racing comes to Monmouth County. The celebrated Monmouth Park Racetrack opened in 1870 during the era when Spring Lake inns were also being constructed (circa 1870-1888).

This year’s illustrious event consists of 11 horse races on a one-mile dirt oval track awarding $23 million in purses and honors. Hosted by a different racetrack each year, this is the first time the championships have come to Monmouth Park.

The excitement is building around the globe and when the weekend arrives at legendary Monmouth Park, nearby Spring Lake is a sanctuary of relaxing accommodations. New Jersey’s oceanfront community of Spring Lake is rich in history, charm, style and unquestionably a place with heart. Then (1870’s -1880’s), it was the heyday of the rich & famous enjoying summer months of uncompromised luxury.

Spring Lake is midway between Philadelphia and Manhattan (approximately 65 miles). NJ Transit trains stop downtown Spring Lake daily, either a short stroll or drive to each Inn. Horseracing fans can study their racing forms over gourmet breakfast in a grand dining room, unwind on a breezy open-air porch, walk the 2-mile oceanfront boardwalk or bicycle to the center of Spring Lake’s downtown shopping area.

During the Breeders’ Cup week of excitement, the Villa Park House welcomes guests to enjoy the privacy and tranquility of one of America's premiere resorts.

Travel and Leisure Magazine endorsed Spring Lake, New Jersey as one of the Top Ten Resort Destinations in the USA. With that grand endorsement to live up to, our goal here at Villa Park House is to provide our guests with choices.

We are well aware that different folks like different things, so we try to provide an atmosphere to suit many different tastes within a family environment. You can relax and luxuriate in the peace and quiet of our cozy wraparound porch, listen to the seagulls and feel the breezes, or enjoy playing games like badminton, croquet, and more on the large yard.

If you are one who likes to get out and about, you would prefer to experience all the activities that the village of Spring Lake offers. Perhaps time at the beach near the water for some sun and surf or maybe some canoeing on the lake is "just what you need". Some casually stroll along the quiet tree-lined streets and enjoy all the beautiful homes and scenery, while others still 'shop till they drop' at the unique and fine stores in the downtown district. For the athletes, there are activities galore.

If you still need 'more' the surrounding areas have a multitude of other activities. You can enjoy riding the latest and greatest roller coaster at Six Flags' Great Adventure and Safari. From bird watching to golfing, fishing or strolling the boardwalk, whatever your pleasure, you'll be sure to find it here.