Holiday Home in Herzliya for American Families
Holiday Home in Herzliya for American Families
A holiday home in Herzliya gives American families the beach and the calm of a seaside town with Tel Aviv only a short drive away. Families use their apartments for summer vacations, holidays with Israeli relatives and long stays by grandparents, and some later turn them into retirement homes. Herzliya's marina, promenade and beaches around Herzliya Pituach and Nof Yam are the main draw, while inland neighborhoods can offer more space for large families. This page explains where holiday homes are found, what features matter when the home is empty for months, how to manage it from the US and what to check before renting it out while you are away.
Where holiday homes are found
Apartments around the marina offer promenade living, restaurants and views over the yachts. Herzliya Pituach offers houses and apartments within walking distance of the beaches, while Nof Yam provides a quieter setting near Apollonia National Park and the northern beaches. Families who prefer more space for the budget sometimes choose Green Herzliya or the established inland neighborhoods and drive to the beach.
Features for a part time home
A holiday home should be easy to lock and leave.
A building with a well run building committee or a house with reliable security
A lift and parking, especially for grandparents and summer visitors
Good sealing and maintenance to withstand sea air
Storage for beach equipment and belongings between visits
A protected room in the home or building
Managing the home from the US
Engage a caretaker or property manager to check the home regularly, handle arnona and utility bills, service air conditioning and prepare the home before each visit. Houses with gardens and pools need regular maintenance contracts. Agree on written monthly updates and a clear emergency procedure that suits the time difference.
Smart locks and remote monitoring can reduce the need for visits, and a good relationship with neighbors provides reassurance when the home is empty.
Renting between visits
Some families rent their Herzliya home to relocating executives or visitors for part of the year. Medium term lets to corporate tenants can fit around family visits, while short stays are subject to building rules, municipal policy and tax treatment. Confirm the position with your lawyer, an Israeli tax advisor and your US CPA before advertising.
The buying process
Your lawyer checks title, planning and building permits, negotiates the contract and handles registration. For houses in Herzliya Pituach, confirm that additions, basements and pools are permitted. Purchase tax for an additional home or a non-resident may differ from that for a primary residence, so obtain written advice first.
A base between Tel Aviv and the Sharon
From Herzliya, Tel Aviv, Jaffa and the beaches of the Sharon are close by, and the train connects to the airport and to Haifa. This makes the city a practical base for family trips around the country as well as for relaxing at home.
Planning for the future
A holiday home may later become a retirement home or pass to children. Discuss ownership, inheritance and possible future sale with Israeli and US advisors early, so the way you register the property supports your long term plans.
Frequently asked questions
Where should we buy a holiday home in Herzliya
The marina area, Herzliya Pituach and Nof Yam are popular for their proximity to the beach, while inland neighborhoods offer more space.
Can we rent the home when we are not there
Possibly, for example to relocating executives. Check building rules, municipal policy and tax treatment first.
How do we maintain a house with a garden while abroad
Maintenance contracts for the garden and any pool, plus a caretaker who checks the home regularly, are the usual solution.
Is Herzliya far from Tel Aviv
No. Tel Aviv is a short drive or train ride away, making Herzliya a convenient base.
Elkayam Group
Kobi Elkayam Real Estate Ltd, the real estate company of Elkayam Group, works from Rival Street 37 in Tel Aviv and builds on a three generation family heritage. We are active in development and urban renewal across the center of Israel, and our team supports families abroad in Hebrew, English and French.
Tell us how your family plans to use a Herzliya home and we will suggest suitable options.
+972-53-658-4252 · support@kobielkayamrealestateltd.com · Rival St 37, Tel Aviv