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Exterior
TV, video library
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10174 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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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 area

Cape May

Cape May Historic District stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Cape May Historic District vacation home, you'll find Washington Street Mall and Cape May Beach. Emlen Physick Estate and Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cape May City Hall - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Washington Street Mall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cape May Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cape May Convention Hall - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sunset Beach - 7 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ugly Mug Bar & Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Out There Coffee - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Harry's Ocean Bar and Grille - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Coffeetyme - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Delaney's - ‬13 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:)

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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
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Yes

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
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 is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: no parties or events For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 152 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kathleen P., RANDOLPH

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls weekend

The home was lovely, clean and within walking distance to the beach and town. The street and surrounding area was beautiful and quiet. There is construction going on at the house next door, however, we were fortunate enough to get there on a Friday evening when the workers were shutting down for the weekend. The crew at the site did an excellent job ensuring the driveway was clean and fenced off. We had a wonderful time and thank the owners for allowing us the opportunity to stay in their lovely home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nanette D.

Liked: Cleanliness

NPS

The place was great - there were 8 of us and we were all able to have our own rooms - no body was on top each other - bathrooms were sufficient- everything was clean and easy to access I would definitely recommend this place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house!

My family and I came to Cape May to celebrate my mom’s 70th birthday. This was our first time staying at the Whaler’s Cottage, and we were very pleased. It is a beautiful house, and it is very clean. It is in a great location, about a 10 minute walk to Washington Street. Would 100% recommend and stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey C.

Liked: Cleanliness

3rd Christmas/New Year’s stay

This is my family’s 3rd time staying here. We really enjoy the house and the location in Cape May. A simple walk to the mall and beach from the house. Very clean and organized home. 5 bedrooms including the 3rd floor if you need. Obviously we enjoy since we come back every year!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Andrea C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Home, but Host’s Invasive Behavior Violates Disability Rights

The Whaler’s Cottage is a beautiful and well-maintained property, but our stay was overshadowed by the host’s inappropriate and legally questionable actions. Shortly after our arrival, the host messaged me on the Vrbo app and accused us of sneaking in a pet and then demanded documentation for my service dog after apparently seeing its vest, raising concerns about being watched. As a person with a disability, I am protected under the ADA, which prohibits such intrusive demands. Service animals are not pets, and hosts cannot require documentation or inquire about the nature of a guest’s disability. The legal consequences for such behavior include fines and potential lawsuits for ADA violations. A more appropriate approach would have been to ask, “Is the dog a service animal required because of a disability?” and “What task is it trained to perform?” This would have respected my rights while addressing the host’s concerns. While the home itself is lovely, the host’s invasive behavior made us feel unwelcome and uncomfortable. Until the host demonstrates a better understanding of ADA compliance, I cannot recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

June Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

anne k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Getaway with friends

Came to Cape May for relaxed weekend with friends. House met all our needs. First floor layout is perfect for gathering. Kitchen had everything we needed. Very spacious. Will definitely look again to this property for a summer rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edith S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Siblings Retreat 2024

House was very clean and excellent location: quick walk to town and beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday Celebration

Everyone was impressed with the cleanliness of the house. The house was decorated tastefully with antique tins that brought us all back to the good old days. The location was convenient for walking to shopping and restaurants. The house was roomy with plenty of beds, bathrooms and large tv with a great picture, as well internet service. Would definitely rent again..
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Whalers Cottage

Beautiful cottage with a great mix of character and modern amenities. Quiet neighborhood and at the same time easy walk to town and beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual Cape May trip

Great house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Getaway

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Inga B., Lansdale PA

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Positive Experience

The house is centrally located, and even bigger than it appears in photos.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house and great communication!

Great house and great communication!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place

We had 10 people for a birthday celebration. The house was beautiful and easily accommodated our group. The location is great for walking to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Corriveau P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable and close to all

Just a few friends looking for a nice location to hang out and have things to do and places to be. Had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey C.

Liked: Cleanliness

2 Year at Christmas Time

Really enjoyed staying here. 2nd straight year at this home to enjoy Christmas in Cape May. Easy walk to everything. Lots of room / multiple bedrooms . Very clean and enjoyable home!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas family fun weekend

This is the second year the family has spent our Christmas family fun weekend!! We love the house. It’s big enough for all of us and still small enough for us all to be comfortable and not get lost!! It’s at a great location. Close to beach and shopping. If we ever plan another family vacation to the beach this is the place we would stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chrissie B., Aberdeen NJ

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place for a girls weekend

It was the perfect house for our girls weekend. Very happy with the place and location. I would highly recommend staying here and would if i make another trip back to Cape May. It was only a short walk to Washington Street Mall and Congress Hall as well as the Trolley rides.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023