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Cottage Near the Bay 2.5 blocks to beach & Harpoons on the Bay. Sept dates open.

Vacation home near Sunset Beach in Cape May

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A waterfront building with a dockside restaurant, outdoor seating, and a tower structure.
A living room with a beige sofa, two side tables, a wicker chair, and a framed beach picture on the wall.
A small shed with a window and a flower box filled with hydrangeas.
A marina at sunset with boats docked and calm water reflecting the sky.
A coastal building with a lighthouse, featuring a symmetrical facade with multiple windows and a central tower.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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North Cape May, NJ
  • Place, Cape May Point State Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Shorebirds Tolz Beach Preserve
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape May Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cape May

Seaside stay .With a stay at this North Cape May vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Cape May Point State Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Cape May Terminal. Cape May Winery and Nauti Spirits Distillery are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cape May Point State Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • beach near Shorebirds Tolz Beach Preserve - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Washington Street Mall - 10 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Cape May Beach - 10 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Sunset Beach - 14 min drive - 8.0 miles

Getting around

  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Stowaways - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Harpoons on the Bay - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪5 West Pub - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Cottage Near the Bay 2.5 blocks to beach & Harpoons on the Bay. Sept dates open.

This well maintained vacation home is furnished in a charming seaside décor, newer flooring throughout and is located only 2 1/2 blocks from the bay beach & Harpoon's on the Bay Restaurant. The comfortable living room has a 48" tv and queen size sleeper sofa, the primary bedroom has a king size bed and 32" tv. The well-equipped kitchen and comfortable dining room are some of the features that offer guests an enjoyable vacation experience.

The fenced-in backyard is beautifully landscaped for privacy and has a furnished patio area, deck for al fresco dining, enclosed shower and gas grill. A shed is available for securing beach gear, bikes, and more. Full size washer and dryer is located in the unfinished basement.

The residential community of North Cape May draws less crowds than many of the popular shore towns. Parking is plentiful and non-metered. The sandy beaches and gentle waves of the bay are especially nice for families with small children. The neighborhood atmosphere is perfect for bike riding, jogging, surf fishing or simply enjoying the magnificent sunsets.

We are located only a 1/2 mile from the Cape May-Lewes Ferry, a 10 min drive to Cape May and a 15 min drive to Wildwood. Cape May has fabulous restaurants and historic sightseeing. The Wildwoods have huge beaches and a 2 mile boardwalk with food, games, amusements, water parks and a tram-car.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Sleeping for six max is restricted to the main floor.

Remove all food/trash from the property upon departure.

Mattress pads, blankets, pillows, kitchen and beach towels provided. Launder any used/soiled items. Sheets, pillowcases and bath towels not provided.

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Cottage Near the Bay Only 2 1/2 Blocks to the Beach

Cottage near the Bay - 2 1/2 blocks to the beach Cape May

Cottage Near the Bay in NCM Only 2 1/2 Blocks to the Beach!

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cottage Near the Bay 2.5 blocks to beach & Harpoons on the Bay to the airport?

This vacation home is 4 mi (8-min drive) away from the Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Cottage Near the Bay 2.5 blocks to beach & Harpoons on the Bay have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Cottage Near the Bay 2.5 blocks to beach & Harpoons on the Bay to the beach?

This vacation home is 5.6 mi (15-min drive) from Cape May Beach and 7.4 mi (13-min drive) from Sunset Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Cottage Near the Bay 2.5 blocks to beach & Harpoons on the Bay offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cottage Near the Bay 2.5 blocks to beach & Harpoons on the Bay?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Gateway 26 Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Cottage Near the Bay 2.5 blocks to beach & Harpoons on the Bay?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Cottage Near the Bay 2.5 blocks to beach & Harpoons on the Bay?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Cottage Near the Bay 2.5 blocks to beach & Harpoons on the Bay have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Cottage Near the Bay 2.5 blocks to beach & Harpoons on the Bay have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Cottage Near the Bay 2.5 blocks to beach & Harpoons on the Bay to downtown Cape May?

This vacation home is 4 mi away from Cape May.

Cottage Near the Bay 2.5 blocks to beach & Harpoons on the Bay Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Perfect location and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay--lovely property!

We came here with our two kids and had a lovely stay. The property is beautiful and very conveniently located. The host was really friendly and helped us with our questions and check-out. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Humberto C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I would stay here all summer if I could. Amazing place, close to all beaches. Great food. The house itself has everything you need. Walmart is 15 mins away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Grace C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful, clean, well equipped home with all the amenities to keep a family happy: wi-fi access, cable TV, a game room, beautiful outdoor deck, outdoor shower and more. There is plenty of room for six people to be comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I chose this cottage again because of its location, cleanliness and conveniences. The kitchen is well stocked with just about everything you need for cooking. My grandkids and I love staying here. The owner is always available and responds promptly. This property is a keeper on my repeat usage list.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Property

My husband, two small children and I had a fabulous stay here. The property had everything we needed for a fun beach vacation. The short walk to the bay was ideal for our two young children and the bay was great for them (much calmer than the ocean). We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lidia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our Cape May vacation

Greatly enjoyed stay at NCM. The house is very well maintained and had everything we needed and more. We loved location, very nice, friendly and quiet nighborhood. And of course wonderful sunsets and Harpoons on the Bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Labor Day

Quick trip down the shore for Labor Day. Perfect location! Short walk to the beach and Harpoons for food, music, and beautiful sunset views.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

Property was clean and very close to the bay beach. We neglected to bring our own sheets but made due for the night. So convenient to the bay beach for a walk in the morning, or to watch the sunset. The passes Denise provided for the Cape May beach were much appreciated too!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and peaceful getaway

The small yard, the smell of the lavender growing around the deck and the easy beach access made for a perfect weekend away with kids. The bay beach is calm and clean and a short walk. Would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Humberto c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing time. House was bigger than I expected. Cape May was amazing, this house was 12mins away from so many different beaches and activities. Dolphin watching, the sunset at sunset beach, there was north cape may beach, the trolley in cape may, Walmart in rio grande. The host was also amazing, any question during my stayed she always responded in a timely fashion. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sylvia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Nice

Great location. Need to address the bug problem
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Janet H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Very nice place, the location was really nice. You can walk to the beach but it was kind of stinky down there. House had everything you needed. Had to wash comforter on bed because it was smelly. Enough room for all 6 of us. There is only 1 bathroom which made it a little inconvenient at times.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sally R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and comfortable, and had a very well equipped kitchen.We enjoyed using the outdoor grill. However, not having sheets, towels & washcloths provided (I found a rental company at an added expense) and extra rules about having to remake the beds, wash and put back all kitchen and beach towels and dishes, take out the trash, etc. before we left was an added stress at checkout time. Just less convenience than we're used to with VRBO.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jamie g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful beach house

Denise's place was fantastic, exactly as described. Place was extremely clean and very well maintained, all of the kitchen essentials were provided, couches and beds were comfortable, outdoor area was spacious and well maintained. Denise even provided a goodie bag with trash bags, dishwasher detergent and laundry detergent pods and some snacks. Perfect location close to bay beach (2 blocks, easily walkable) and Denise even provide 6 beach tags to the Cape May beach only a short drive away. The basement was a huge bonus, large room with sectional couch, tv, card table, and beds for extra sleeping space! Denise's place exceeded my expectations and I plan on booking again in the future if available!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Oana D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable house in perfect location

This was our second time staying at this property, and, just like the first time, it was wonderful. The house is clean, well-equipped (especially the kitchen!), and cozy, combining the coastal vacation feel with the comforts of a home. Whether watching movies on the many TVs while lounging on the roomy couches or hanging out on the back patio (with new furniture), staying home was almost as much fun as being at the beach - which is never crowded, filled with sea creatures (fishing was very productive) and only 2 blocks away. The neighborhood is quiet and relaxing for families with kids. The host was (again) very responsive and accommodating, though we (again) didn't have any issues. Would gladly come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

North Cape May

Already submitted this…and even spoke to Biru at VRBO to ask why I still cannot access The owner’s review of us.“The four of us enjoyed our stay at your home in North Cape May. The location was perfect, the yard and back porch, delightful, and the house was clean. Thank you for the use of the beach umbrella and chairs…and pail and shovels. Having the grill was a real plus! Use of the laundry room including the soap pods was very much appreciated. Our only concern was that the king bed was very uncomfortable and we were not able to get good sleep. I never received a response to my text regarding the fact that for four people there were only three bath towels, two hand towels, and one facecloth! We managed. Charlie used one of the five beach towels. (Yes, there were 5 not 6 in the bin.) You provided everything we needed for kitchen use includingpaper plates, paper towels and napkins. Thank you! Unfortunately, the oven was not clean, but we did use it once to bake one sheet of cookies. We would definitely stay again if the king bed was improved.”
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and cozy spot just steps to the beach! Nice calm water for the kiddo, and we saw crabs and dolphins! And Harpoons is right there for an easy lunch or diner. Incredible location for a family beach getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best location!

We absolutely LOVED our stay at the shore. The location of this cottage cannot be beat! Super easy walk to the beach, which was perfect for our little ones with the smaller waves. Our little ones loved searching for and catching ghost crabs on the beach at night and the neighborhood was so quiet, with zero traffic. I cannot recommend this cottage enough! We definitely hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mary g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach week

We had a wonderful week in North Cape May. Denise is an excellent host and her home had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Oana D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very comfy house, very close to the beach

We really enjoyed staying here. The house is very cozy, bright, well-organized and well-equipped - and only a 5-min leisurely walk to the beach (and to Harpoons on the Bay.) The downstairs area is large and provides a lot of extra room (and games) for kids to play. The plants in the garden smell really nice when sitting on the back deck. It's a quiet neighborhood and the beach was never too crowded. The host is very responsive and helpful - though we didn't really need much during our stay. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lee W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific Experience (Again)

This was my family's second time staying here. (Please see my review from a year ago for more detail.) We love the property and the neighborhood. The house is VERY clean, especially when you consider it is used as a summer rental. We felt very much at home there. It is nicely stocked and we never felt we were missing anything. When I asked Denise if she had a cooler for the beach, she made sure to drop one off before our arrival. The house is conveniently located within North Cape May and a quick drive to other nearby attractions. I look forward to returning to NCM again. Such nice family memories at this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our Summer Vacation

Nice property, quiet neighborhood close to the bay. We really enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

T Phillips I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Browning Ave

Great Stay!!! The accommodations are great! Super close to the bay side of Cape May. A great place to stay!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Getaway

Nice home, very comfortable. Pretty yard and we loved sitting on the deck with our morning coffee. Definitely would recommend to another family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021