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The Whalers Cottage - Completely Renovated in the Cape May Historic District!

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101870 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Cape May, NJ

Washington Street Mall
‪8 min walk‬
Cape May Beach
‪9 min walk‬
Cape May Convention Hall
‪11 min walk‬
Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County)
‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cape May

Located in Cape May Historic District, this vacation home is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Washington Street Mall and Cape May Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.

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What's nearby

Washington Street Mall - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Cape May Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Cape May Convention Hall - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Cape May Winery - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
Sunset Beach - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

‪Ugly Mug Bar & Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
‪Cape May Peanut Butter Co. - ‬12 min walk
‪Coffeetyme - ‬13 min walk
‪Fins Bar & Grille - ‬13 min walk
‪A Ca Mia - ‬11 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.

The Whalers Cottage - Completely Renovated in the Cape May Historic District!

The Whaler’s Cottage is one of the early houses built in Cape May. It is a four bedroom, two and a half bathroom single family home located on Corgie Street in the heart of The Historic District. Perfect location to walk to all that Cape May has to offer. 5 Minutes to Town Center, 10 Minutes to Beach, 1 Block to Cape May Tennis Club, Park and Museum. Every square foot of this property was lovingly restored , this home boasts luxury upgrades top to bottom and offers the perfect platform for entertaining your large group for vacation. The first floor is open concept with the Original 1870 Sunroom flowing into a large Family room w/ 70” Intelligent Flatscreen TV with Cable. Family room flows into a fully equipped kitchen w/ a 6 burner gas range, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal and built in benched dining area that seats 10. Off the Kitchen is a Mud room w/ Washer Dryer and a spacious 1/2 bathroom. A master bedroom w/King Bed and 36” Flatsreen TV is also located on the first floor with a private attached bathroom. The second floor offers three additional bedrooms; One King room w/ 36” Flatscreen, one Full Room, one Room with Bunk beds and a full bed along with a luxury bathroom that offers a stand up shower and a soaking tub. The third level is a renovated loft kids paradise w/ refinished original floors two twin beds and a 50 “ Intelligent Flatscreen TV for Gaming or watching movies. Cool decorating is abound as collectable brand pieces from the likes of Campbell Soup, CocaCola and JNJ mix with older pieces from the original whalers of Cape May against the back drop of a luxury home. Outside the home has an outdoor shower, Gas Grill and a patio for your outdoor enjoyment. A spacious Shed will store you’re bikes and beach chairs. Driveway can fit 4 cars with one additional street parking spot. Hardwood Floors, Central AC, Wifi and Cable throughout! This home comfortably sleeps 10 people. Note we do not provide linens and towels - which are required for all guests who sleep in our beds for the courtesy of the next guest. We will start the season with 8 beach tags. These are not an inclusive amenity but available for your use . If you lose a tag please buy a new season pass as a courtesy to the next guest. We will not replace tags during the season. Honor system please:)

The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a balcony or patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Stretch out in the jetted tub. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a coffee maker, and a phone.

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Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

Property amenities

Beach

Beach nearby

Internet

Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

Street parking available
Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster

Bedrooms

4 bedrooms

Bathroom

2.5 private bathrooms
Jetted bathtub
Outdoor shower
Shower

Living spaces

Living room

Entertainment

Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library

Outdoor areas

Garden
Gas grill
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: No smoking inside

Services and conveniences

Phone

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Bicycles
Golf
Tennis

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock

General

Bicycles
Garden
Unit size: 1,870 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

We do not provide linens and towels ; multiple on line co’s will rent them to you

Garbage and recycling Must be brought to the curb Monday Night - don’t miss it!!!

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Note from host: Yes

Events

No events allowed

No parties or events

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking inside

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: no parties or events

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

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

Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Note from host: no parties or events
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Whalers Cottage Completely Renovated Historic District House

Whalers Cottage Completely Renovated Cape May Historic District

Whalers Cottage Completely Renovated Historic District

Whalers Cottage Completely Renovated Historic District House

Whalers Cottage Completely Renovated Cape May Historic District

Whalers Cottage Completely Renovated Historic District House

Whalers Cottage Completely Renovated Cape May Historic District

Whalers Cottage Completely Renovated Historic District

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Cape May Historic District within a short 11-minute walk of Washington Street Mall and also 14 minutes on foot from Cape May Beach. You'll also find Emlen Physick Estate and Cape May City Hall less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

Yes, though there is a max of 4 spaces.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about The Whalers Cottage - Completely Renovated in the Cape May Historic District! ?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic vacation home include a jetted bathtub and a kitchen along with tennis.

Does The Whalers Cottage - Completely Renovated in the Cape May Historic District! have a hot tub?

No, but all accommodations at this vacation home have jetted bathtubs.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County), which is 6.1 mi away (14 minutes by car). Another top airport is Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County), which is around 29.5 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Whalers Cottage - Completely Renovated in the Cape May Historic District! ?

Yes, every accommodation at The Whalers Cottage - Completely Renovated in the Cape May Historic District! comes with a balcony.

The Whalers Cottage - Completely Renovated in the Cape May Historic District! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Aug 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Great neighborhood great location had everything we needed for a great vacation. Weather could’ve been a little warmer but all in all was a great week.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

Jul 26, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Love Cape May

This was our 4th trip to Cape May and our first time at the whaler’s cottage. It was a fun place to stay and make memories with our children and grandchildren. It sits on a quiet tree lined street with an awesome playground nearby. What we liked: There were plenty of bedrooms and the beds were comfortable. Bathroom and outdoor showers were great. The living room is spacious. A laundry room and half bath were conveniently located at the side entrance. The Forte gas range was wonderful for cooking and the Bosch dishwasher was quiet. There was plenty of parking and space for the kids to ride their bikes. The shed was stocked with bikes and beach gear, and there were eight beach passes for our use.What we didn’t like: The AC units are directly outside the master bedroom window and they are loud for light sleepers. The kitchen has minimal counter space and the island cart is quite small for making meals to serve 10 people (6 adults and 4 kids).

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean W.

10/10 Excellent

Inga B., Lansdale PA

Jul 27, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything You Need

The historic, yet renovated home has everything you need, and nothing you don’t want. Fully stocked with silverware, etc. There were even a few k cups. The beds are comfortable and the whole house stayed cool for us at 74-77 degrees. We did not need to set it lower. Quiet neighborhood. We hung out in the front yard a lot on the rockers just talking or reading. The beach chairs provided were comfy too. Having stayed at many different rental houses in the past decades, we highly recommend the Whalers Cottage!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John F C., Vestal, NY

Jul 13, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Consistently great!

Yet another fantastic week at The Whaler’s Cottage. Clean, plenty of room, wonderfully themed, big TV, walking distance to shops and restaurants and also the beach. Very comfortable beds. Owners were once again an absolute pleasure to communicate with. We’ll be booking our stay for next year soon.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Laurie O.

Jul 7, 2024

Cape May Fun

We had a nice week. The home is in a good location; close to the beach; a park where we took our grandchildren; shopping and restaurants.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronda B.

Jun 29, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Everything about this trip was wonderful. My husband and I celebrated our 10yr wedding anniversary with our 4 adult kids, their significant others, and my 5yr old granddaughter. This cottage was the perfect size! We spent our days at the beach and our nights playing games or at the shops on Washington Street, all within walking distance. We loved the decor!! All the vintage items, the collector tins, Pyrex and Fiesta dishes, Coca Cola...LOVE, LOVE, LOVE! We will definitely be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Elaine M.

Jun 23, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness

Cluttered and needed cleaning

This place has the potential to be great however there is so much clutter, memorabilia, etc. especially the laundry area, downstairs bath and kitchen which are all very tight spaces. These areas also needed a good cleaning!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nate M.

May 30, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great hideaway in Cape May

Great spot for friends and family down for Memorial Day Weekend. Great house with plenty of room and very responsive host. Close to the Mall without having to be right in it. Best of both worlds!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024