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Bay Front Cottage in Historic Townbank

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Exterior
Living area
Living area
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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North Cape May, NJ
  • Cape May Terminal
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cape May Winery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Sunset Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Bay Front Cottage in Historic Townbank

A bayfront whaler's cottage in historic Townbank: Property was completely renovated in January 2020. Come be among the first to stay in what was originally a whaler's cottage and one of the first structures in the area. Delaware Bay views, direct beach access, enclosed outdoor shower, and large outdoor deck. Perfect for couples or a family with one bedroom with a full bed plus pull out sofa. Sleeps up to 4 people. Vaulted ceiling, small kitchenette (stove, mini-refrigerator, and microwave). Full bathroom with shower. Located in historic Townbank. Watch the sunset, schools of dolphins, and enjoy walks along a mile and a half Bayfront sidewalk. Townbank is a quiet, secluded alternative to Cape May where there's no fighting for parking, no meters, no beach tags, and plenty of room to stake out a perfect spot on the beach. Plus, the five mile drive into historic Cape May means easy access to restaurants and attractions. Wildwood’s famous boardwalk is a ten mile drive.

*No smoking home.

*Linens are not included. You will need sheets for one full size bed in bedroom plus a sofa sleeper that converts to a full size bed. You will also need your own towels.

Property manager

Ruth Shoemaker Wood

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Beach view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cape May

Located in Cape May, this cottage is on the beach. Washington Street Mall and Wildwood Boardwalk are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Morey's Piers and Raging Waters Water Park. Milky Way Mini Golf & Ice Cream and Cape May Model Trains are also worth visiting.
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North Cape May, NJ

What's nearby

  • Cape May Terminal - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Cape May Winery - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Washington Street Mall - 10 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Sunset Beach - 13 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Cape May Beach - 15 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Exit Zero Ferry Station - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Harpoons on the Bay - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cape May Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cape May Brewing Company Brewtanical Garden - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bay Front Cottage in Historic Townbank pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bay Front Cottage in Historic Townbank?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bay Front Cottage in Historic Townbank?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bay Front Cottage in Historic Townbank located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cape May cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Cape May Point State Park, Cape May Terminal and Cape May Winery. Milky Way Mini Golf & Ice Cream is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Reviews

7.6

Good

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

7.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Thomas S.

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

Great location

Well maintained small home. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Joe G.

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

Shore Drive

The house was okay with just the bare minimum. Kitchen had small appliances, bathroom shower and space was very tight, bedroom had only bed, no dressers to put our clothes and personal items on, living room couch was uncomfortable, throw pillows had stains and smells like there was a dog inside before we checked in.. Great location with beach across the street.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Tracey S.

Liked: Check-in, location

Perfect Location to beach

The location was absolutely perfect right across from the bay. The house cute and big enough for two people. But it is lacking amenities such as a dresser in the bedroom. A little more counter space in the kitchen and a shelf or a small counter top in the bathroom. A good leave blower would really help getting all the pine needles and the burs all over the yard.. We brought our own toilet paper and towels...too... Overall we had a wonderful time abd would go back But there
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David b.

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

Love the location and the house.

Excellent property, the house was extremely comfortable and the closeness to the bay was fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily T.

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

Across from the beach

The house was clean and convenient for a couple. Anymore people would be too much. It’s across the street from the beach, which made it so convenient to go back and forth with items or take a break from the Sun worth some AC. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Kate O., Philadelphia, Pa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Cute Cottage But Without Basics

Lovely small cottage but missing basic considerations for guests. Needs more trash cans, shelving in closet, a dresser for clothes, light in bathroom shower, toilet paper holder, towel rack bathroom, more kitchen cabinets, power strip for charging, outdoor clothes line, kitchen towels, pot holders, mixing bowels, blanket for sofa bed. We purchased many of the items when we got there but definetely needs some additional items for guests. Otherwise great little vacation spot. Thanks Kate
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Marge M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Overpriced

The owners are very nice but it is overpriced for what you get. You can hang clothes in closet but no place for other clothes so live out of suitcase on the floor. Refrigerator is tiny and the one cabinet has no place to put food. Nothing “beachy” about it. It is a good location but overall it is dreary.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Kathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice owners, really not big enough for more then 2 people the full size bed was only suitable for on

All in it was fine for a short stay,we were there 1 week which is the minimum, there are a few things I hope they change in the future, 1 being a small hotel size refrigerator if we didn't have a large cooler we would have been stuck, we had to buy ice every other day. Counter space was none existent and again we were lucky we had small folding table with us, beautiful deck but no comfortable outdoor seating? No light in shower, no trash can, no lamps. These are just a few things but still inconvenient . I took into consideration that we were the to rent the cottage so for the most part we enjoyed our stay, in spite of COVID19 restrictions the weather was beautiful, we ate at some very nice restaurants, and saw some beautiful sunsets. Thank you Ruth and Mark!

About the host

Hosted by Ruth Shoemaker Wood

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