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Bright and cheerful! Windows surround this historic Cape May retreat!

Vacation home near Cape May Beach in Cape May

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Interior
Dining
Exterior
TV
Beach nearby, sun loungers

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Cape May, NJ
  • Place, Emlen Physick Estate
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Washington Street Mall
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape May Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cape May

Seaside stay .Within a 5-minute walk of this Cape May vacation home, you'll find Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts and Emlen Physick Estate. Also, Colonial House is within half a mile (1 km) and Cape May Beach is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Emlen Physick Estate - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cape Island Marina - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Washington Street Mall - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Cape May Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Cape May Convention Hall - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Lobster House - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Lucky Bones Backwater Grille - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪C-View Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Harry's Ocean Bar & Grille - ‬18 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.

Bright and cheerful! Windows surround this historic Cape May retreat!

Relax in this historic Cape May retreat on iconic tree-lined Washinton St. on a large sunlit enclosed porch with wall-to-wall windows watching vacationers and locals stroll by. Enjoy a meal with friends at the dining table or a cup of coffee at the breakfast bar looking out through the equally sunlit kitchen windows. Walls of windows brighten the large family room with nautical decor and comfy sofa with a pull-out queen bed. The retreat comes ready with sheets and Turkish towels. Two full baths, recently renovated, have large walk-in showers. The primary bedroom has an en-suite bathroom for convenience and privacy. Located just 3 blocks from the Washington Inn and other signature Cape May eats! Washington Street Mall is located just 5 short blocks away where you can shop, dine, or enjoy a cocktail in the Brown Room at Congress Hall. Looking for adventure, grab a house bike and a beach towel and head to Madison Ave Beach, less than one mile away! Sit and relax the day away or head to Grant Street beach or the Cove to catch some waves! Had enough of the beach? Grab your tennis racket and check out the Physick Estate, or call the Cape May Free ride to visit one of Cape May’s amazing winery’s. If you like to fish, you’re in the right spot with local charters or take a booze cruise on the Tiny Tiki out of South Jersey Marina! In Cape May, you can do nothing at all, but there will never be nothing to do!

Have a larger party and need more space? Check out our other two rentals at this location as well. The Flybridge Vrbo 2702163 and The Crew Quarters Vrbo 2709526. Interested in renting the entire house, please check availability for those property ID's. Home is 5 bed, 5 bath home with Queen bed on third floor bonus room. Entire home can sleep a maximum of 16 with two pull outs.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Return beach tags
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bright and cheerful! Windows surround this historic Cape May retreat! to the airport?

This vacation home is 5.9 mi (10-min drive) away from the Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bright and cheerful! Windows surround this historic Cape May retreat! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Bright and cheerful! Windows surround this historic Cape May retreat! to the beach?

This vacation home is 1 mi (2-min drive) from Cape May Beach and 3.5 mi (10-min drive) from Sunset Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bright and cheerful! Windows surround this historic Cape May retreat! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bright and cheerful! Windows surround this historic Cape May retreat!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Gateway 26 Casino (20-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Bright and cheerful! Windows surround this historic Cape May retreat!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bright and cheerful! Windows surround this historic Cape May retreat!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Bright and cheerful! Windows surround this historic Cape May retreat! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Bright and cheerful! Windows surround this historic Cape May retreat! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Bright and cheerful! Windows surround this historic Cape May retreat! to downtown Cape May?

This vacation home is 0.8 mi away from Cape May.

Bright and cheerful! Windows surround this historic Cape May retreat! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Majella D.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gina was a great communicator and responded promptly to any questions. The cottage was cozy and perfect for our family and close to Training Center Cape May as we were there to attend Coast Guard graduation. We enjoyed the quiet location and easy walk down to Washington Street mall as well. Also so thankful that bed linens and towels were provided as many other Vrbo homes there did not provide these items and we were certainly not interested in packing sheets to fly across the country! Checking in and out was a simple process and all instructions were well organized. Great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time, house was clean, lots of character, natural light, had everything that we needed. Good communication with host, she was able to resolve our issue with the door lock quickly/remotely. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paulette D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little house. The inside of the house was clean and peaceful, but the outside needs a little atttention. Gina was a wonderful host, receptive and easy to reach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia T., Princeton Jct. NJ, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a lovely house and the host Gina has made it very comfortable and well appointed. The location is fabulous. . It was easy to bike and bikes were there for our use. We strolled down to restaurants and biked to the beach. It was our first trip to Cape May and we have wonderful memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Karen L., Broomfield, CO

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place with a cozy beach vibe. It does require a 1 mile walk or drive to the beach and most restaurants so be prepared for that.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Angela L.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Krishna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Russell M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good option for a beach vacation. You need bikes or some other form of transport to get around as it is a little far from the beaches and downtown, but you’re rewarded with peace and quiet on a nice street. The house could use some updating (squeaky floors, etc), and you can hear the upstairs tenants moving around pretty clearly (tough when you have a toddler who is a light sleeper), but nothing that would stop us from booking the place again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Efficient, clean and comfortable

Owner made check in simple and easy. Appreciated the availability of bikes, beach badges and chairs, etc. very clean. Good showers and a washer and drier. Need I say more. The neighborhood was quiet and the local bar, C-view served a delicious burger and cold beer. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Camille H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Getaway

Spent a lot of my stay in the dining room because of the windows & light surrounded by mature foliage. Perfect for putting a puzzle together. Moved a bamboo chair to foyer for my morning coffee room, also full of light complete with a big tree in view & chirping birds to listen to. Excellent bed. Ample kitchen. Roomy walk-in shower. Only thing, the noise from upstairs guests walking across their floor deterred from rating this a five star. Bikes have rusty chains. Recycle & garbage bins could be obscured for esthetic purposes. I did not use bunk beds so can’t speak to the second bedroom. All in all, it was a much needed respite. I returned home refreshed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible stay in Cape May

The property was perfect for my trip to Cape May. Everything was as described and communication with Gina made checking in a breeze. The front room was nice to catch up on emails with my morning coffee. Location was excellent. One direction you have the marina close to Lobster House and the other direction a nice walk to Washington St mall and the beach. Street parking was easy and reliable. Make sure to check out the wineries and breweries during your visit. Will definitely be back to visit.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nellie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A nice weekend getaway

The rental was clean, quiet, comfortable, and a 15-minute walk to town and to the beach. And Gina was a very responsive host. We hope to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy A.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Starboard

Nice residence, could use some simple updates, “kitchen” really basic, more floor/table lighting, overall good experience!Just nice to get away!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location for a quiet getaway!

Spent a lovely weekend at The Starboard. It was hard to get out of the amazingly comfortable bed, but when I did I found myself in the ideal location to walk everywhere I wanted to go in Cape May. Gina was great to work with, check-in was easy-peasy, and the accommodation was super cute. Treat yourself to a stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Joe L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice little getaway

It is a great location, perfectly situated for a nice walk into town or a short drive to other Cape May attractions. It was the perfect-sized space for our little group. If I had to make any suggestions, it would be lamps...both in the living room and the bedrooms. Other than that, great communication from the owner. We didn't make use of some of the other amenities available, but I will say it was nice not having to pack towels and linens for a trip to the shore.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzan

Liked: Cleanliness

A perfect retreat

The proberty is like a resort! 5 stars!! It is on a quiet, beautiful street of single family homes. It has all the amenities, from complete kitchen utensils to a full array of bikes. Everything is very clean and in working order. The beds, pillows, and sofa are very comfortable and the linens are of high quality. We were also very impressed by the various outside gathering areas! Most importantly is that the owner is very responsive and punctual!. We so enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

Thank you for allowing me a weeks stay, in your lovely home. Everything was wonderful! The location was convenient for traveling into and out of town, yet far enough away, that you experienced great peace and quiet. I recommend your home to others needing a place to stay if coming to Cape May, N.J. Thank you again, Michelle S. Malvern, PA
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Brian J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice quiet place

Quiet place about a mile from the beach & almost a mile to the mall. At least four of the bicycles are partly broken or problematic in some way, so bring your own or prepare to walk. We walked a lot & it was fine. The window AC units worked great & the house stays reasonably cool throughout the day even without them. Bathroom & showers were great, WiFi worked well, and kitchen appliances were great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cape May Get Away

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It’s a short walk to the Washington St Mall and to the beach. Very clean rental and the owner is super responsive!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JAMES L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cape May Getaway

A very comfortable house, convenient to everything we wanted to do — beaches, shopping, restaurants, and even a playground for our young child. A lovely tree-lined, shady street, reminiscent of Cape May’s golden days.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cape may 2024

This place was great. Location is perfect for everything. Host was a pleasure
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hattie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute and Clean in a Lovely Location

My partner and I were so impressed with this cute, clean home! All the original charm has been carefully preserved but it still felt modern and cozy. It's a pleasant walk to Washington Street Mall under shady trees and along pretty houses and gardens. Getting to the beach from this location was really easy, and the owners provide bicycles to make it even easier, as well as some beach gear. There were plenty of towels and nice touches like throw blankets to help you feel right at home. The owners were really nice and easy to get in touch with. They were extremely gracious and made everything easy. Really enjoyed our stay in this perfectly located, sweet and cozy home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Getaway

The house suited us well. It's about a mile from the beaches and downtown shops. Clean, comfortable bed, easy check-in, good communication with property manager/owner. My wife used on one the bikes for a short ride. Just one note to those who like to cook for themselves - basic kitchen utensils, cutlery and tableware are provided, but may be less than what you might want. We'd recommend the property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024