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

Holiday home with kitchen, near Cape May Beach

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers
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Interior
Dining
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
On iconic Washington Street in Cape May, this historic retreat awaits with a sunlit enclosed porch and nautical decor. Relax with friends over meals or coffee while watching strollers pass by through the wall-to-wall windows. Two full baths have large walk-in showers and the primary bedroom has an en-suite bathroom for convenience and privacy.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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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!

Holiday home with kitchen, near Cape May Beach
This smoke-free holiday home features laundry facilities and a garden. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds, dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Gina Milner

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 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

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to 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 rubbish
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

Pets not 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
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
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

About the area

Located in Cape May, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape May Beach and Sunset Beach, while Morey's Piers and Raging Waters Water Park are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Wildwood Crest Tennis Center or Stone Harbor Tennis Center - 96th St. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Cape May, NJ

What's nearby

  • Washington Street Mall - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cape May Convention Hall - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Cape May Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Cape May Winery - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Sunset Beach - 8 min drive - 6.3 km

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 - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪A Ca Mia - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright and cheerful! Windows surround this historic Cape May retreat! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bright and cheerful! Windows surround this historic Cape May retreat! 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.

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

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

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

Nancy A.

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

Jeanne O.

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

Enjoyed our stay!

Cute and comfy rental, walkable to everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

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

Dave M.

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

Great place

Gina was attentive and her home was great!!! Highly recommend staying here if in Cape May !!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shane F.

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

Great visit

The place was very clean and the location was nice. About a 15 minute walk away from downtown Cape May.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina F.

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

Great week in beautiful Cape May

We had a great week in beautiful Cape May! The home was spotless, comfortable, and in a great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

A Perfect Place for a Cape May Getaway!

We loved our stay in Gina's lovely house. We especially loved eating in the dining room looking out the wall of windows. The house was well furnished and very warm and comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Marie D.

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

Enjoyable Vacation!

We stayed for 5 days and enjoyed every one. Our home was comfortable for four adults and conveniently located. Gina made the whole process easy. The backyard was so lovely especially when the lights came on at night.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful stay

We loved the apartment - it was perfect for the three of us. The place was clean and well decorated and in a lovely neighborhood. Gina was very responsive and accommodating. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie T.

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

Girls vacation

Very nice homey rental. Close to a lot of fun things to do…. Shopping, great food choices and close to the beach and lighthouse.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

JAMES L.

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

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

Stacey L.

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

Excellent property

What a cute place and had everything we needed! We stayed here with two young adult children. Very clean, nice towels, comfy beds. Loved the open feel with lots of windows in the dining/sunroom area. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

MaryKathryn T.

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

Great Cape May stay!

Quiet, clean, comfortable. Nice walk to beach and shopping. Tucked into a great neighborhood. Cozy and clean property with all amenities included. Would come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

alice d.

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

Perfect!

What a beautiful house! All of the beds were amazingly comfortable. It was also nice to have a washer and dryer. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Inna M.

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

Staying at the Starboard

The Starboard is a nice house located close to everything important in Cape May. The owner responded to my questions promptly which I find important. Everything worked just fine and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

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

Family Trip

We had a great weekend in Cape May. The size of the home was perfect for our family of 5 with 3 little kids. We had everything we needed for a great weekend. Loved having coffee in the morning and our meals in the sunroom. It was easy to get to all locations in Cape May.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hollie R.

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

Well-appointed property in great Cape May neighborhood

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this inviting property located in a well-established and historic section of Cape May. The common areas of the unit were bright and airy with a great beachy feel. The bedrooms were quite comfortable for our family. The outdoor area in the back was great for relaxing with a glass of wine after a day at the beach. Overall, a wonderful beach retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzan

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

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

8/10 Good

Joe L.

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

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

Jeffrey D.

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

Charming

Made our wedding weekend a special event.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

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

Cape May Vacation

The unit was bright and sunny and very quaint. We really enjoyed our stay. The steps into the unit were a little awkward and steep which made it a little tricky for one member of our family. Despite that, we would rent it again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Brian J.

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

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