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Stand-alone cottage, ocean view, seconds to beach, and short walk to downtown!

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Cape May, NJ
  • Cape May Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Cape May Convention Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Colonial House
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Kids Bedroom

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Stand-alone cottage, ocean view, seconds to beach, and short walk to downtown!

BRAND NEW TO VRBO! SUMMER 2021 UPDATE: KITCHEN, LIVING AREA, AND BATHROOM ARE COMPLETELY RENOVATED! INSIDE PICTURES ARE EITHER FROM LAST YEAR OR CONTRACTOR RENDERINGS WHILE THE COTTAGE IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION.

The Blue Whale Cottage (circa 1872) is centrally located just one block from the beach and is less than a 10-minute walk to Cape May’s Washington Street Mall. The amazing location makes enjoying the beach, grabbing a morning cup of coffee, or dining at one of Cape May’s restaurants all that more enjoyable of an experience.

The Cottage is a separate building located behind the main house and includes ocean views from the living room window. The recently updated kitchen has brand new cabinets, appliances, granite countertops, and built-in breakfast bar overlooking the living room. When you’re not busy enjoying downtown Cape May, relax in your recently refinished living room boasting a 65” TV with Hulu, Hulu Live, Netflix and a blazing fast mesh Wi-Fi.

The Cottage has two bedrooms and one recently renovated bathroom. The master bedroom has a queen-sized bed and 42” TV while the middle bedroom has twin sized bunk beds. There is also a queen-sized sofa bed in the living room. The renovated bathroom includes a beautifully tile finished bathtub/shower. The mattresses are encased in protective coverings, and guests are required to bring blankets, bedding, and linens.

Property manager

Andy Rosenberger

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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9.4 out of 10, (33 reviews)
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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

About the neighborhood

Cape May

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Cape May Historic District, a neighborhood in Cape May. 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 Cape May Model Trains are also worth visiting.
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Cape May, NJ

What's nearby

  • Cape May Beach - 3 min walk
  • Cape May Convention Hall - 3 min walk
  • Washington Street Mall - 8 min walk
  • Sunset Beach - 10 min drive
  • Poverty Beach - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ugly Mug Bar & Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Out There Coffee - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Harry's Ocean Bar and Grille - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taco Caballito Tequileria - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Mad Batter Restaurant and Bar At The Carroll Villa Hotel - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stand-alone cottage, ocean view, seconds to beach, and short walk to downtown! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stand-alone cottage, ocean view, seconds to beach, and short walk to downtown!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stand-alone cottage, ocean view, seconds to beach, and short walk to downtown!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stand-alone cottage, ocean view, seconds to beach, and short walk to downtown! located?

Located in Cape May Historic District, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Beach Ave and Cape May Beach. Washington Street Mall and Cape May Convention Hall are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joe H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Nice place to stay. Close to everything,would return again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cliff J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach cottage!
Super close to the beach, restaurants, shopping. We really enjoyed it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Marek W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, and very pleasant property
An outstanding location and very pleasant property to stay at!! Highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

anthony f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for small family
Perfect spot for a small family everything you need and in the middle of all that any family would want to do . Blue whale always my first choice …
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect getaway
Everything about this place was perfect. The location to the beach and shops is very convenient. The cottage was very clean and had everything we needed to cook a family meal when we did not feel like venturing out. Would definitely book again if the chance arises.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific location
It worked for us, a family of four with a teen and a preteen. The location was excellent, in spite of the cottage being located in the back of a lot surrounded by other buildings. It was very nicely renovated, kitchen, bathroom, big TVs. The space is very small. The 2nd bedroom with bunk beds is the size of a walk-in closet. The main bedroom is a little tight and the washer and dryer are located there. But for a budget stay in a great beach town, close to everything you'd want to do and see, this works.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Aubrey A.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Good location with limitations.
We’ve been going to Cape May annually as a family for 5 years. We’ve tried places all together and as we’ve grown, separate spots to accommodate the kids schedules. This looked affordable and well located. It turned out we’d need to stay in the same room as our toddler (not ideal but do-able). End of season, but rugs and furniture were especially dirty. The real kicker however was simply lack of maintenance (awareness?) - a floor level electrical plug hung out of the wall and all three air conditioners had significant mold (and tissues for insulation). We couldn’t even run the AC the first night/ next day as a result. They were replaced the next afternoon (and old rusted out unit left right outside the cottage) but damage was done. Left a night early due to a storm so two of our five days were a bit of a bust. Cottage is located at the end of a walkway that flooded and past the garbage storage for all the other units in the main house. Just not worth what we paid.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
Totally updated and very clean super cute cottage with deck. gas stove, microwave dishwasher, washer and dryer. Perfect for 2 or 3 adults, a little tight for any more people. Perfect location close walk to beach and Washington mall. Will rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful little gem
Beautiful little cottage, full kitchen etc. close to beach…. Just fyi for people with disabilities- the only access is up the outside stairs. Must park on street- which was a challenge the first day. Cape May is a popular place! It was beautiful though. I would stay at the Cottage again!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just as advertised
Location was ideal for walking to everywhere around town.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jack S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage by the beach
I was attending a workshop nearby and wanted a place where my family could feel at home while I was not with them, but still wanted to be close and had a specific budget. This place was charming, located close to the beach and all kinds of other attractions, and felt cozy. My son loved the bunk bed! Communication with the property owner was great, I couldn't have asked for a better experience in Cape May!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and Convenient
My husband and I spent a few days in Cape May for the fall bird migration and this cozy cottage met our needs beautifully. We loved that it was only a block from the beach making it easy to get up to watch the sunrise over the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Timothy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cape May Wedding
Short but nice stay. We did notice linens and towels were not provided but we worked it out.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dominic M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can't beat it!
We enjoyed our stay. The location is pristine, being that it's a short walk to downtown and all major attractions in the area. Parking wasn't a problem, but I could see how during the season it could be. There is nothing serious about the property that would change my mind to settle anything less than a 5-star rating. Although some of the repairs the contractor did were a little careless, that's not the point. This property is IDEAL for small families for a nice get-away to Cape May, and Andrew was the best host.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Meaghann P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
renovations are very nice
This property met our needs as a family of 3, with our son being a sound sleeper. The two bedrooms seem very old, and you have to walk through the bedroom with bunk beds (which is extremely small) to get to the master bedroom from the living area. So, if you do not have sound sleepers, this is not exactly convenient. The renovated areas are very nice, and it's a very short walk to the beach and restaurants/shops, which is very convenient. The outside shower did not work while we were there, which was a bummer but not a huge deal since there was a hose to rinse off. Andy was very responsive to our questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Andy Rosenberger

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English
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