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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Smart TV
Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Cape May Court House, NJ
  • Cape May County Zoo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Wildwood Boardwalk
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Stone Harbor Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Atlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cape May Court House

City center stay.You'll find Cape Regional Medical Center and Cape Regional Health System within 3 miles (5 km) of this vacation home. Also, Cape May Historical Museum is within 3 miles (5 km) and Cape May County Zoo is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cape May Historical Museum - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Cape May County Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Wildwood Beach - 11 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Wildwood Boardwalk - 11 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Stone Harbor Beach - 12 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Steve's Cafe 47 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Coho Brewing Co. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jessie Creek Winery - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beaches, Cape May Zoo,Vineyards, Birding, Golf, Fishing, Antiquing, Water Sports

There is so much to see and do when staying at the Shell Bay Cottage! The pristine Stone Harbor, Avalon and Wildwood beaches, restaurants and shopping are minutes away. The Cottage is on a bay front street with public water access, the perfect spot to drop a kayak, boat or paddle board! The pier at the end of the street provides great opportunities for birding and crabbing. Within walking distance to 2 golf courses and historic Cape May is a quick 15-20 min drive away. Don’t miss the Cape May County Zoo, which is 5 minutes down the road! This cozy beach cottage is the perfect affordable spot for your shore vacation no matter your interests! We are located near a main road, however, our .25 acre lot is completely fenced in and the backyard dining area has an additional privacy fence for evening dinners and firepit time!

Linens and towels not provided, as is standard for most Jersey shore rentals. Linens and towels can be rented here https://www.linenfairies.com. All TVs have Roku guest mode enabled to allow guests to stream their favorite apps. No Saturday check-ins due to cleaners schedule unless approved by owner on individual booking basis. Thank you for your understanding!

Property manager

Jessica Farrand

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Next to a golf course
  • On the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Beaches, Cape May Zoo,Vineyards, Birding, Golf, Fishing, Antiquing, Water Sports to the airport?

This vacation home is 8 mi (11-min drive) away from the Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Beaches, Cape May Zoo,Vineyards, Birding, Golf, Fishing, Antiquing, Water Sports have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Beaches, Cape May Zoo,Vineyards, Birding, Golf, Fishing, Antiquing, Water Sports to the beach?

This vacation home is 6.9 mi (10-min drive) from Wildwood Beach and 11.4 mi (17-min drive) from Cape May Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Beaches, Cape May Zoo,Vineyards, Birding, Golf, Fishing, Antiquing, Water Sports offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beaches, Cape May Zoo,Vineyards, Birding, Golf, Fishing, Antiquing, Water Sports?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Gateway 26 Casino (12-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Beaches, Cape May Zoo,Vineyards, Birding, Golf, Fishing, Antiquing, Water Sports?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beaches, Cape May Zoo,Vineyards, Birding, Golf, Fishing, Antiquing, Water Sports?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Beaches, Cape May Zoo,Vineyards, Birding, Golf, Fishing, Antiquing, Water Sports have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Beaches, Cape May Zoo,Vineyards, Birding, Golf, Fishing, Antiquing, Water Sports have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Beaches, Cape May Zoo,Vineyards, Birding, Golf, Fishing, Antiquing, Water Sports to downtown Cape May Court House?

This vacation home is 1.1 mi away from Cape May Court House.

Beaches, Cape May Zoo,Vineyards, Birding, Golf, Fishing, Antiquing, Water Sports Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another lovely stay!!!

This is our second stay and we love it here!! It is so cozy and comfortable, a perfect home away from home. Everything was great and we will be returning next year (hopefully). Great for a small family with lots of local activites. The owner was great about keeping in touch and providing all the details we needed for an uninterrupted and smooth stay. A beautiful little cottage that meets all your vacation needs!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam & Lynette F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place to stay just 15 minutes from the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Amazing place and people to work with
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia C., Lancaster County, PA

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed our stay!

My husband and I came down spur the moment after needing some time away from a recent family loss. We were very pleased with the location as it is so close to the Garden State Parkway and navigating to Stone Harbor Beach or Cape May. Cape May Courthouse restaurants are conveniently close by and even the most wonderful zoo. And a huge shout out to Jessica! She was so wonderful to respond to any questions or needs promptly.It was the perfect space for my husband and I. And the home had recently been remodeled and was very nicely done as you see in the pictures.We would definitely recommend this home and would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Cottage Home

What a beautiful home! The owner was very attentive and checked on us by text. The home was very clean and had every appliance we needed. We appreciated the coffee and creamer provided.It was close to the yacht club where we went for a wedding. What a gorgeous town. Just book it. It was perfect. We enjoyed our coffee outside one morning too. If we are every back in the area we will book again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celie V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cant wait to go back!

Beautiful house, lots of amenities and very close to many main attractions, including a 10 minute walk to the pier
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jeannie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just right!

We were in the area to visit with family and friends. Shell Bay cottage was a comfortable, cozy cottage in a good location. The host was extremely helpul and responsive. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful experience!

My husband and I stayed with our adult daughter in Dec and absolutely loved our experience! Jessica was so communicative and helpful and the house had everything we needed and it all worked great. Location was great and close to our family, and we loved going to the Cape May holiday parade and other holiday celebrations there. We will definitely be back as this house works really well for our needs. Can’t wait to visit in summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend at the Beach

Cozy cottage well stocked and comfortable. Great outdoor shower! Location gives convenient access to many activities. Owners were very helpful and responsive. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ava S.

Liked: Cleanliness

vacation

The decorating of the cottage was warm and cozy.My only thing was the twin beds were uncomfortable.The cottage was in a good location to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfy cozy beach cottage

We loved it here! Our son felt right at home. It was a cute comfy beach vibe just a car ride away from so much yet places to walk in town. Perfect for our sons first vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam & Lynette F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy cottage!

This was our first time to visit Stone Harbor and had no idea where to book a stay for our family. We made a great choice when we booked Shell Bay Cottage! There's always a bit of doubt when you arrive somewhere to stay sight unseen - will everything be as described? will the A/C work? will it look like the pix? No worries here! The cottage was excellant! No concerns or worries, no unexpected negative surprises! Everything worked great- including good water pressure and plenty of warm water for our family of 4 to shower one after the other! The bathroom is small, but definately adequate. My husband is a big guy (3-4X) he was fine in the bathroom space! A short 15 minute non-stressful drive to SH and we didn't need to break the bank for nice accomodations! So happy we found this place! And thank you Jessica for your attention to detail and keeping in touch!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee, Bluffton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for our small family! Breakfast on the patio, easy access to highway to Avalon/Stone Harbor, plenty of cooking supplies, cozy, clean! We’ll do it again! Amazing owner communicated easily and very patient! Just outstanding in every way! Our first VRBO!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Spot!

My friends and I had a great time. The location was easy to get to nice beaches but also easy to get groceries and see the busy downtown Cape May
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful cozy home!

We had a great times staying here. The host was super communicative and one step ahead with all the info you needed for you stay. The house was adorable and we really loved all the little touches. We had a peaceful and relaxing stay and would definitely come bacj agaibmback again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Cottage

This was the perfect house to stay in for the week. Jessica is an amazing hostess who goes out of her way to make sure you have everything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great central location!

We were very pleased with our stay on Shell Bay Ave. Our vacation plan was to explore a few different areas so we were very pleased with the central location between Cape May/Wildwood and Stone Harbor/Avalon. The cottage was a perfect size for our family. The outdoor shower was a big hit with my husband and the kids! Having access to the beach chairs, umbrella and beach cart was a huge plus! As noted in previous reviews, the traffic noise can be a bit loud at times but with the sound machines we brought it was not an issue. We would definitely recommend this cozy spot for a small family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jillian T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Cottage

We had such a comfortable and wonderful stay here! The space was surprisingly spacious with 5 adults and a toddler! It was also so clean and well-stocked. The location was great; everywhere we needed or wanted to go was 10 minutes or less away! Jessica was a lovely host and very communicative! Overall, a fabulous weekend here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay! A real gem!

We stayed for 4 nights and enjoyed this property. It is so clean and well stocked! The backyard area is amazing plus there is an outside shower. We loved the convenience of the washer and dryer in the home. It’s comfortable and beautifully decorated in a shore house theme! We will definitely be back! Loved the location and atmosphere of the area!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantal s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little place!

House was great, clean and location was perfect for us. Had a wedding in the area and we were so happy to be close to everything. Host was very sweet and had great communication from start till end. Thank you for having us, would love to book again during beach season!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

john b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Very convenient place to stay for the local experiences owners were very helpful. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house

We really enjoyed our stay! The location of the house is great super close to Stone Harbor, Cape May and Wildwood. Jessica was great with responding to any questions we had!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Jersey Shore Vacation

We had the most wonderful time! My husband and came up to visit our grandchildren and family. The house was in the perfect location. Just a short walk from a dock, which the kids loved! We visited the Wildwood Beach and Stone Harbor Beach, went to the Surfing Pig for dinner one night, which we highly recommend. Had dinners with family. The cottage couldn’t have worked out any better for our stay. It looks small, but the outside shower was the best compliment to the one adorable bathroom. The kitchen complimented by the beautiful quartz countertops was very well stocked. The bedrooms were comfortable and had just enough space. We will stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely location

Absolutely loved the location of this cute and clean cottage. Our family of 5 was able to enjoy beautiful sunsets and crabbing from the local dock, enjoy the sand and waves of Avalon, and the shopping and lighthouse at Cape May less than 20 minutes away. Perfect place to stay for a family getaway to the Jersey shore!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacay

Cozy house, in a good location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023