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The Dormer House

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star B&B near Washington Street Mall

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Photo gallery for The Dormer House

A two-story house with a porch decorated with Christmas lights and wreaths.
A cozy living room with a piano, a fireplace, and festive decorations.
A white porch with a glass table and chairs, a white door with an 'EXIT' sign, and a ceiling fan.
A dining area with white chairs and tables, a glass partition, and framed artwork on the walls.
A staircase with a Christmas tree decorated with ornaments and lights.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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800 Columbia Avenue, Cape May, NJ, 08204
  • Place, Washington Street Mall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape May Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape May Convention Hall
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Romantic Room, Ensuite (Commodore John Jacoby Sui)

A room with green walls, a bed, two wicker chairs, a small table, a lamp, and a television.

Romantic Room, Ensuite (Commodore John Jacoby Sui)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Ensuite (Diana Room)

A neatly made bed with a black metal frame, a white bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, Ensuite (Diana Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Ensuite (Mary Francis Denning Room)

A neatly made bed with white linens, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, Ensuite (Mary Francis Denning Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Ensuite (Shannon Room)

A bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and a ceiling fan.

Standard Room, Ensuite (Shannon Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Ensuite (Sleigh Room)

A bedroom with a bed, a window with lace curtains, a radiator, and a wooden dresser.

Standard Room, Ensuite (Sleigh Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Romantic Cottage, Ensuite (Smith Cottage)

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator. There is a dining area with a white table and chairs. A beige sofa is in the living room area.

Romantic Cottage, Ensuite (Smith Cottage)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Ensuite (The Anthony Hunsicker Roo)

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Standard Room, Ensuite (The Anthony Hunsicker Roo)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Romantic Room, Ensuite (The George Jacoby Room)

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, a small table, and a mirror on the wall.

Romantic Room, Ensuite (The George Jacoby Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Romantic Room, Ensuite (Dormer Suite)

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a lamp, and a patterned carpet.

Romantic Room, Ensuite (Dormer Suite)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Ensuite (Antique Rose Room)

A neatly made bed with a white headboard and a decorative lamp beside it.

Standard Room, Ensuite (Antique Rose Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Romantic Room, Ensuite (Mary Franklin Suite)

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a mirror on the wall.

Romantic Room, Ensuite (Mary Franklin Suite)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Ensuite (The Dorothy Thompson Room)

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk with a lamp, and a door.

Standard Room, Ensuite (The Dorothy Thompson Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Ensuite (The Lillian Hastings Room)

A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside tables with lamps, and a framed painting of a beach scene on the wall.

Standard Room, Ensuite (The Lillian Hastings Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Cape May

Cape May Historic District stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Cape May Historic District B&B, you'll find Washington Street Mall and Cape May Beach. Colonial House and Fireman's Hall History Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Colonial House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Washington Street Mall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cape May City Hall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cape May Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cape May Convention Hall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Caballito Tequileria - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ugly Mug Bar & Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪A Ca Mia - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Carney's On The Beach - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Original Fudge Kitchen - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Dormer House

3.5-star B&B near Washington Street Mall
As a guest of The Dormer House, you'll find multilingual staff, a fireplace in the lobby, and a water dispenser. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Cape May bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
The Dormer House offers 13 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during January, February, and March.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Dormer House to the airport?

The Dormer House is 6.1 mi (15-min drive) away from the Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Dormer House?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dormer House on Oct 26, 2026 start from CA $257, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Dormer House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Dormer House.

How close is The Dormer House to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is a short 6-minute walk from Cape May Beach and 3.1 mi (9-min drive) from Sunset Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Dormer House offer free breakfast?

The Dormer House does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Dormer House?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast, but Gateway 26 Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Dormer House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Dormer House?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does The Dormer House have a pool?

The Dormer House does not have a pool.

Does The Dormer House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is The Dormer House to downtown Cape May?

The Dormer House is 0.2 mi away from Cape May.

The Dormer House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 476 out of 632 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 632 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 632 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 632 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 632 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful B&B! Loved our room with unique furnishings. Lovely front porch. Delicious breakfasts.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
We really enjoyed staying here!!! Would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful place, so charming like you are stepping back in time, breakfast was delicious and served with a smile! Definitely a place to stay over and over again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very quaint bed and breakfast. Great location. Delicious breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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B&B within walking distance of beach, shopping restuarants & night life. Staff was very accommodating and friendly. Breakfast was amazing everyday! So nice to have a private parking lot to assure always having a spot. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful, quaint place. Very quiet and near everything. We absolutely loved it and will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful breakfast and charming parlor with connections to local happenings.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfasts are great! Rooms are really nice and clean and beds are comfortable. Will always come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The place was quiet and the room was cleaned, staff were pleasant, freshly made breakfast, and free parking particularly in Cape May.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Parking is easy. Location to beach and Washington street is nice walk. We’ve stayed 2 summers in a row and love it. The staff was accommodating and kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Centrally located. Pleasant staff. Nice breakfast. Smooth visit all-around.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved our stay at the Dormer House. Authentic old Cape May, quiet neighborhood, easy walk to just about everything. This is not a 'bells and whistles' place, more like going to visit a cherished old family member. Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hot breakfast served every morning was one of the highlights of our trip. The B&B is well decorated and maintained. It is located with walking distance to Washington street or the beach. We have lived there 5 years ago and would like to come back in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was excellent. The staff was pleasant and accommodating. It's an old house with lots of charm. Located an easy walk to the beach and downtown shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location. Room was spacious. Keep room for the big breakfasts ! Would recomend for sure
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I absolutely love this place! Wonderful staff, clean rooms, fantastic breakfast and afternoon tea and cookies! Love that there is a parking lot for the guests and the location is great. This is always my “go to” spot when I visit Cape May!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We booked this property for a weekend getaway! It was the perfect and cozy spot that was walkable to many amazing shops and restaurants! The breakfast each morning was amazing and a plus! We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was good.parking was convenient.Nancy was very nice and made sure everything was taken care of.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Breakfast was so delicious and very generous portions. Off street parking is a wonderful amenity for Cape May
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Very nice place Simple and quiet Breakfast was very good People staying there where all nice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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It was a clean room, plenty of space. Really enjoyed the afternoon snack.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Nancy was a great welcome with afternoon tea and treats and the breakfast was delicious. The room was clean and bathtub wonderful. However some ceiling alarm beeped at 5am for awhile and eventually shut off and the bed mattress was not too comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nancy was real helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026