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Cozy cottage on iconic tree lined Washington Street

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Living Room
Living area
Living area
Eat in Kitchen
Just grab your coffee, beach bag and a house bike and head to the beach!

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Cape May, NJ
  • Washington Street Mall
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Cape May Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Cape May Convention Hall
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Cozy cottage on iconic tree lined Washington Street

Great location, cozy first floor one bedroom in a historic Cape May home on iconic Washington Street. Located less than 1 mile bike to Madison Ave beach, great restaurants, and just 5 short blocks to the Washington Street Mall. Enjoy two separate exterior entrance/exits from the cottage for maximum privacy. Large sliding doors to the patio (a shared space among 3 units) beckon the natural sunlight resulting in a cheerful space much larger than a hotel room with more privacy than an efficiency or bed and breakfast. 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 Starboard Vrbo 2711056 . 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.

Property manager

Gina Milner

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site 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

About the area

Cape May

Located in Cape May, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Washington Street Mall and Wildwood Boardwalk are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cape May Beach and Sunset Beach. Morey's Piers and Raging Waters Water Park are not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cape May, NJ

What's nearby

  • Washington Street Mall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cape May Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Cape May Convention Hall - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Poverty Beach - 10 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Sunset Beach - 10 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lobster House - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Lucky Bones Backwater Grille - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Ugly Mug Bar & Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Out There Coffee - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Harry's Ocean Bar and Grille - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy cottage on iconic tree lined Washington Street pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy cottage on iconic tree lined Washington Street?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy cottage on iconic tree lined Washington Street?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy cottage on iconic tree lined Washington Street located?

Located in the heart of Cape May, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts, Washington Street Mall and Cape May Beach. Emlen Physick Estate and Colonial House are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 48 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 48 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Janice B.

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

Cozy cottage

The pictures accurately show the inside. It is in a good location for walking to the mall and restaurants.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lewis H.

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

All we needed and wanted

We were very satisfied and Gina is a pleasure to arrange with. And the free use of the bikes was perfect. Will stay there again. ☺️
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

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

THE BEST economical place to stay in Cape May

My husband & I stayed here to join other family members that were vacationing in Cape May also. This is a cozy, very clean, comfortable place to stay. We borrowed bikes the owner had available to ride around and visit the family. We also got a lot of walking exercise in going to the Washington St mall which was right down the street and going to the beach early in the morning to see the sun rise. Just Beautiful! We found the air conditioning unit to be just fine as long as we kept it on most of the time on high cool. We did not need to use a fan we brought just in case since there was a ceiling fan in the bedroom which was wonderful to move cool air. Loved having the washer/dryer to do laundry. Honestly we couldn’t have asked for anything more for this price. Thank you for such a lovely little place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia B.

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

Convenient and affordable

Beautiful street and convenient location of this VRBO. Great week in Cape May
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexa R.

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

Great spot!

This was my 2nd time at Gina’s and it was just as amazing as my first stay! My husband and I went for our babymoon and now just returned with our 3 week old. Our bassinet fit perfectly in the nook next to the bed and Gina is so responsive with any questions I had. Definitely will return again soon 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen M.

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

4.5 Stars

I stayed here with my mom and sister for a getaway. Overall, would recommend but feel as though some things should be known. The good first- the property was immaculate. Now for the things I just want to note: it is quite noisy if someone is staying upstairs. Unsure if they were the owners dogs but there was a lot of barking early in the morning and running upstairs. Also, we were woken by a vacuum in the morning (before 8 am). Next, there is no fan in the bathroom. It was very steamy in there after a shower and it is connected to the kitchen so bring some Febreze. Also, I was excited to walk everywhere based on how the listing explained everything was so close. The shopping center and most restaurants were driving or biking distance. For the price, the quaint location and the cleanliness it was worth it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pete L.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Just lovely

As historic Cape May as historic Cape May gets as well as A.C., fridge, bathroom, tv, chill backyard Accurate description, no worries, no problems, good peoples 🇺🇸 Acme 3 minutes down the street 👍 Avoid The Mad Batter & the restaurants @ The Congress Hall hotel 👎 Taco Caballito all day, sit on the top deck and get a hot honey margarita 👍 👍
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cottage in Cape May

The cottage was perfect! Gina the host answered my questions quickly. Nicely furnished the bed was very comfortable with a scent of lavender on the sheets, which made it so relaxing. The living room had a sliding glass door we enjoyed watching the birds from the couch. Well kept landscape with nice patio furniture. Private backyard with grill and hugh picnic's table. Give this rental a 10! 😊 We will be back♥️.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kip D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy flat perfect for one person, a bit cramped perhaps for a couple

The one bedroom apartment is tiny, but is very cute and comfortable, and has its own entrance with an access to the garden. Nicely furnished. The bedroom is long and narrow, which is fine for one person, but might be a bit less than ideal for a couple. There was construction going on next door, so was noisy in the daytime. No dishwasher or laundry facility. Also, no space to store any dry food goods except on the counter. Fine if you plan to mostly eat out or for short stays. The neighborhood is lovely and leafy, and generally fairly quiet, although it is a busy street (even busier at the moment perhaps due to a detour routing through traffic from the Main Street). The door code was not provided to me before check-in, causing some confusion on arrival and necessitating a phone call. However, this was quickly resolved. Very responsive host. All in all, I enjoyed the stay very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Nevin P.

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

Cozy but Bright

The cottage was quaint and cute. It had everything we needed. Our biggest complaint is that it was extremely bright in the bedroom all night. The neighbors left a very bright outside light on and the bedroom blinds were very thin and let all of the light in. Blackout curtains in the bedroom would be beneficial. The curtain in the bathroom was see through so we needed to hang a towel over that. The air conditioner did not get cool so it got a little warm even though we had a cooler stay. Perhaps an air conditioner in the bedroom as well for the really hot summer days. It’s nice that you offer bikes and we did utilize them. If the window situation and air conditioning were addressed we would happily stay again. Thank you for opening your home to us.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Pace M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Not what I expected

Sometimes photos don't quite tell the story. I didn't realize that the entire unit was cooled by a large window air conditioner installed just above the sofa bed -- which meant that anyone sleeping there would have rumbling noise and cold blasting just two feet over their head, while the person in the bedroom would need a fan blowing on them. As Cape May gets very hot and humid, the AC had to go full blast most nights. Also there were a LOT of ants in the kitchen, crawling on the floor and counters. I wasn't too upset, as ants are common at the shore, but maybe an exterminator could help. The kitchen is very, very tiny and cramped -- no dining table or regular chairs just a small bar-type table and counter stools. It was really hard to cook anything besides scrambled eggs and coffee. I will say that the unit had been very well-cleaned.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah W.

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

Just as advertised!

We enjoyed our off-season stay so much. Communication with Gina was a pleasure. One hiccup was handled with grace and ease. Walking to and from the center/mall was just what the doctor ordered. I recommend visiting in spring as most places were open, and you could walk right in even on a weekend night. Recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Dane K.

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

Great Location

Perfect place to stay while attending all the holiday events going on in Cape May. Cozy and Quiet. Mild temps this year even allowed us to enjoy a bike ride.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice 3 night stay

This was a good pick for my husband and myself. Location is just a few streets away from all of the activity in Cape May. I was able to head back mid-day and catch a quick nap before nighttime dinner, drinks, and live music. Clean space. My husband LOVED all of the channels he could stream. Sports and news! Had all kitchen necessities, but only two washcloths for three nights for two of us. The bed was difficult to get in and out if you are the one who sleeps trapped by the wall. Comfortable bed and pillows and comforter though! It was a pretty dark atmosphere, but we were mostly there just to sleep. Easy entrance into home, but parking was on street only and crowded.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles W.

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

Anniversary Trip....

Perfect for a quick get away....
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

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

Peaceful place

This property has everything we needed. This is our second year staying in this house but different quarters. The beds are so comfortable and the vibe is light and natural. We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Cindy R.

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

BEWARE

The pictures do not depict the true condition of this property. We left, without staying, and had to find another expensive hotel for our vacation. VRBO agreed to contact owner. As yet we have not received promised response.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trevor C.

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

Great Cape May Home!

Location of property was absolutely perfect, central to shopping and short bike ride to beaches. Host is super friendly and very responsive! Home was perfect and had everything we needed for a small family getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

suzanne P.

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

Great stay

This was a cute little space for 2 people. Only thing lacking was adequate storage for your clothes and food. Otherwise it a perfect spot for a couple to stay! Bikes, beach chairs and tags were a definite plus!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly D.

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

Cape May Bungalow

My husband & I enjoyed our stay in the Crew Quarters. The rental was very clean. We enjoyed the bikes included especially since the rental is a long walk from the center of town. We would rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael V.

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

Very Enjoyable Stay

My wife and I really enjoyed staying in your great apartment. It was beautiful and had plenty of room for two people. Since we were within a mile of everything we wanted to do, we were able to walk or ride our bikes everywhere. Great location. Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane W., Chincoteague, VA

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

Great Little Place

I was in Cape May for four days to go birding and this place was perfect. Great location on Washington Street less than a mile from the mall where all the shops and restaurants are located. Small, but fine for one person (or two). And very nice outdoor space as well.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

John S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

relaxing

not knowing what to expect.....not the kind of place we usually frequent...small tight bedroom with bathroom on opposite end of unit. quiet neighborhood. fairly well equipped kitchen. odd layout
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Rollin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Good location; fair price

A good beach house type apartment on Cape Island for a reasonable price. A bit cramped, but priced accordingly. This is an excellent location to either spend time at the beach, explore historic Cape May, or even venture into other parts of Cape May county.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Gina Milner

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I’m Gina and my husband is Andy, we both grew up coming to the Jersey Shore and visiting Cape May. We met in college and fell in love on an off shore fishing trip! Fishing was always Andy’s passion and I never left the beach, but one day despite a treacherous journey miles off shore the ocean quieted and I fell in love, with him, and a view of the ocean I had never experienced. We own a boat and dock it at the gorgeous Cape May Marina and in January of 2022, after years of searching, we finally bought our little sliver of the island on Washington Street. If you can’t find us surfing at the COVE, or eating at The C-VIEW, we’ve gone fishing!

Why they chose this property

Cape May is the oldest shore town in the US. A fishing town that managed to marry its fresh catch with some outstanding chefs, including the only Michelin Star Chef in New Jersey. Gorgeous beaches line the coast and history abounds! Washington Street in particular is quintessential Cape May! The street is lined with colorful Victorian homes including this property which is a contributing historic structure built in the 1800’s. Washington Street is a great street to people watch, where you feel like you are part of the action without having to leave the property!

What makes this property unique

Historic Victorian in the heart of Downtown Cape May.

Languages:

English
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