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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
7 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Cape May, NJ
  • Washington Street Mall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Cape May Convention Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Cape May Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cape May

Walk to the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of this Cape May Historic District guesthouse, you'll find Washington Street Mall and Cape May Beach. Colonial House and Fireman's Hall History Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Washington Street Mall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cape May Convention Hall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cape May Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cape May City Hall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sunset Beach - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ugly Mug Bar & Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Out There Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taco Caballito Tequileria - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Mad Batter Restaurant and Bar At The Carroll Villa Hotel - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Coffeetyme - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Beautiful Vacation Home, WALK to everything, pet friendly, historic district

An original Cape May vacation home in the heart of the Cape May's victorian district, tucked away on Hughes St., on Cape May's oldest residential street.

You'll be walking distance to everything that makes Cape May special including:
• Cape May's world class beaches
• Town center shopping
• South Jersey's top restaurants

The Longfellow House makes for the perfect family and friends vacation, family reunion, weekend getaway, or corporate retreat. And we're pet friendly! The only guest house of our size in the victorian district that allows fury family members.

In our family since 1851, this historic vacation home combines old world Cape May charm with modern comfort and amenities, and soul calming privacy, so your family can enjoy a truly unique Cape May experience together.

Key House Features:

— Absolute perfect location
— Central to the historic district, beaches, shopping & restaurants
— Private, quite neighborhood on one way street
— Bright, charming accommodations with plenty of room
— Sleeps up to 16
— AC in all bedrooms and ceiling fans throughout house
— Newly full AC (mini-split) coverage on the first floor of main house
— 2 Car Private Parking
— Hi speed wireless internet
— Kid friendly
— Dog friendly, cats too! (additional fee)
— Front and back yards (helps for kids & pets)
— Optional 1st floor apartment suite for elderly parents or guests with special needs (additional fee)

Additional benefits:

— Separate living & family rooms
— Front porch west facing (sun setting), with classic rocking chairs overlooking the Hughes Street
— From porch you'll watch horse and carriage tours clip clop up historic Hughes St.
— Private rear deck with cantina style lights, large picnic table, adirondack chairs, canvas umbrella, gas grill and direct connection to the kitchen
— WIFI hi-speed internet access
— Family room features 60 inch HD Smart TV, DVDs, and HDMI connections for Xbox
— Smart TV & Xfinity entertainment setup
— 7 Minisplit units covering 1st floor, 2nd floor and back apartment suite
— Ceiling fans through house
— Outdoor “after beach" shower

Extra Beach Goodies included (for summer rentals):
— 5 complimentary commercial beach tags
— Complimentary Beach Box with secure lock on the beach (you can leave your items there during your stay so you don't have to carry every day)
— Beach Chairs stocked in beach box. We leave chairs at the house for non-summer rentals

Property manager

Michael or Alix

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Books
  • Video library

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Limits on pet size + breed. Owner will confirm.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: We're family friendly, so kids are included!

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
Note from host: We're not set up to accommodate large gatherings.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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. Note from host: We're not set up to accommodate large gatherings. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Family Vacation Home Historic District Walk to Everything!

Frequently asked questions

How close is Beautiful Vacation Home, WALK to everything, pet friendly, historic district to the airport?

This guesthouse is 6.3 mi (12-min drive) away from the Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Beautiful Vacation Home, WALK to everything, pet friendly, historic district have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this guesthouse.

How close is Beautiful Vacation Home, WALK to everything, pet friendly, historic district to the beach?

This guesthouse is a short 9-minute walk from Cape May Beach and 3 mi (11-min drive) from Sunset Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Beautiful Vacation Home, WALK to everything, pet friendly, historic district offer free breakfast?

This guesthouse does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beautiful Vacation Home, WALK to everything, pet friendly, historic district?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but Gateway 26 Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Vacation Home, WALK to everything, pet friendly, historic district?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beautiful Vacation Home, WALK to everything, pet friendly, historic district?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Beautiful Vacation Home, WALK to everything, pet friendly, historic district have a pool?

This guesthouse does not have a pool.

Does Beautiful Vacation Home, WALK to everything, pet friendly, historic district have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Beautiful Vacation Home, WALK to everything, pet friendly, historic district to downtown Cape May?

This guesthouse is 0.1 mi away from Cape May.

Beautiful Vacation Home, WALK to everything, pet friendly, historic district Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shelby N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home

We had an amazing time celebrating our bride to be with 14 girls! There was plenty of room for everyone, very comfortable. The location was perfect, walking distance to all the things we had planned. Seemed like a very safe area! The owners were very helpful and communicative. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline B.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Gathering Place

Overall both the property manager(s) and the property were above expectations. Like any old home, there were a few minor issues and I told the property manager about it and they should be fixed for anyone else going to the home. However, the home provided the ideal location to walk to the beach and downtown. It provides enough bedrooms, living room, kitchen, and bathrooms to even handle our large group of 8 adults, one child, and a dog. There was plenty of amenities at the house to make it comfortable and Annie's room (the mother-in-law suite) was great for the oldest couple of our group. The Property manager, Michael, answered all my questions quickly and with great detail. He was very responsive and always wanted to make sure things were good with me and the family. Overall, the whole family had a great time at Cape May and this house provided us the perfect gathering spot. There were plenty of bedrooms to provide the needed alone time. Never an issue with not having enough bathrooms or hot water, and the downstairs handled our gathering needs with plenty of room and furniture to rest and talk. Again, I would recommend this property for the spacious home (very turn of the century elegant), the great property manager, and location, location, location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jody P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Almost perfect!

The house is beautiful and very clean and well cared for. I think we were a little surprised by a few things. No extra toilet paper and no kitchen garbage bags, Just odd that we had to go out and buy trash bags and were told to take toilet paper from another bathroom. Maybe this is standard for these type of rentals but we had to make sure the dishwasher was emptied, no dishes left in the dishrack, ALL garbages emptied,and taken to the outdoor trash can, and make all the beds up leaving the used linens in bags on the first floor. We were told we could check out at 2:30 (11 of us) but that was changed to 1:30 the morning of checkout. Just seemed like a lot of work for a 3 day stay that was pretty costly. We loved the house…just thought these were a bit over the top expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great stay!

We had four generations under one roof! I was extremely impressed by the walk-ability of Cape May. Our stay at the Longfellow House was fantastic and our hosts made sure we were taken care of! Would happily recommend to everyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lora P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful antique house in historic Cape May.

Our family visits Cape May annually. This year our group was 9 adults and 4 children. The house was large enough to accommodate our group with bedrooms for everyone. The location is perfect between the walking mall and the beach. The deck where your group has room to eat and cook at the grill was perfect for us. Would stay here again. Lots of beach read books to choose from. Thanks Longfellow house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad & Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Historic Cape May Longfellow Home

What a beautiful home our family had the privilege of staying at this week. History abounds as you walk through the home decorated with generational family pictures that give you an idea of what life was like in Cape May many years ago. The home itself boasts the historic charm of Cape May with beautiful antiques and decor fitting for such a lovely home. The owners are very sweet people who are quick to respond to any questions or concerns you may have during your stay. We are definitely looking forward to another future summer getaway at Longfellow House!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Longfellow House is a gem

A 3 generation family vacation was made easy thanks to this spacious home. Well located near the beach, shopping, and other activities, everyone enjoed their stay. The back apartment worked well for my parents, who have difficulty with stairs. Excellent communication from the host every step of the way. Vrbo amenities list (hot tub!) may not match actual amenities so be sure to ask the host. Our expectations were exceeded.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another Great Year

This our 3rd year at Longfellow House and it was, as always, a fantastic place to settle in for the weekend. The house is cozy and comfortable. The lovely weather made for some nice calm times on the porch and a good place to rest after all the shopping! Can’t wait til next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas in Cape May

Our family had a wonderful long weekend in Cape May to bring in The Christmas season with the beautiful lights and parade. Longfellow house was in a great location and our host made our stay perfect with all the amenities that were included! The house accommodated all of us quite comfortably! Thanks for the memories ❤️💚🎄
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home in a great location

Wonderful home that had everything we needed for a family get away! Michael was prompt on all aspects of booking and gave us great information on things to do in Cape May. Went above and beyond to ensure we had a fun stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

The best house!

Michael was an amazing host, who was SO helpful and SO kind!! The house was clean and fully ready when we got there and he answered any questions we had right away. The house was even more spacious than I realized! What a truly great experience. Would recommend 100x over!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Multi family vacation

Great location and charming Cape May house. Michael was great to work with texting to let us know we could get in early and provided great suggestions on how to get the most out of our Cape May vacation. The house is fully stocked and full of history. Linen service was convenient and easy to use and house beach tags were greatly appreciated . A great stay !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bill

Great week in Cape May
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved our stay!

This is a beautiful, historic home in Cape May. My family stayed for a week and loved every second. We had plenty of space for sleeping, eating, and hanging out. It was very helpful being in walking distance to the beach, shopping, Acme, and other activities. The owners were very friendly and easy to get in touch with. I would definitely suggest this property to others!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brendan L.

Long Weekend Bliss

Can’t beat walking to town and the beach! Even with a little rain we enjoyed the lovely covered porch on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another Great Stay

Longfellow continues to be a great home for our yearly Cape May weekend. The owners always go out of their way to make us welcome and comfy. The house is spacious inside and out. This year we had fantasy weather so after a stroll to the lighthouse (wear good shoes…I swear it doesn’t look 3 miles away) and lots and lots of shopping we chilled out on the porch before dinner on the deck. Thank you Mike and Alix. We can’t wait for next year!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Birthday Weekend Getaway

This was the first time staying at the Longfellow property. First, the location is AMAZING!! We also loved how the family showcased the house's history throughout - you can feel the love throughout. Michael and Alix were incredible and accommodating, making our stay seamless and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gigi S., Pleasant Valley, NY

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding Weekend

Overall my family had a very lovely time staying at the residence. The owners were beyond accommodating for our needs. All the finishing touches in the home were very historical and we would definitely come back for another stay at this residence. We enjoyed getting to know the family through the vintage photos throughout the home. The area is very nice and the people are very friendly. Thank you so much for a wonderful long weekend with my family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family gathering

My family (11) members gathered at this wonderful home for our niece's/cousin's wedding. We had plenty of room to spread out. We spent so much time on the porch reconnecting as a family. We appreciated the location, as well. Every single family member commented how happy they were that I found this home. If you are on the fence about staying here, I strongly recommend going for it! You won't be disappointed! Michael reached out to us the day before our arrival welcoming us and advising he was available to answer any questions. We did have some questions and he responded immediately! Thank you! We had a fabulous time!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

William R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

We rent as a family every year in September. This was one of our best stays. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Giselle O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful reunion at Cape May

The Longfellow house is very comfortable and conveniently located. We took advantage of a very well outfitted kitchen and enjoyed our meals on the lovely back porch. Everyone enjoyed relaxing on the front porch and in the two very comfortable living rooms. The house was very clean. Beds were comfortable and there is a good variety of rooms and privacy for those who need it. The house is minutes from the beach and the chairs stored in the beach box were a fantastic convenience. Communication with our hosts was trouble-free. We appreciated the pro-tips and detailed instructions printed out and left for us at the house. This is a home that reflects the rich history of this family. It feels like you are truly guests of the family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Historic House and Hughes Street Location!

Our family and friends had a great time staying at the Longfellow house. The hosts offered helpful check-in information prior to our arrival. They were very engaged and responsive. There are plenty of bedrooms and rooms to for a large family to spread out, a terrific back deck for socializing and dining, and of course, a wonderful front porch for taking in the best street in Cape May - Hughes Street!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ally A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation!

Our family loved our stay at The Longfellow House! We rented the house as well as the extra suite, which was great! The location is wonderful and the street is very quiet with very little traffic. Michael and Alix could not have been more accommodating and detail oriented. We really appreciated the beach tags and the beach box!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022