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Arbor Cottage by the Bay

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Exterior
World's most beautiful sunsets, steps from our front door!
Living area and kitchen
Living Area
Living and Dining area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 691.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Villas, NJ
  • Cape May Winery
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Sunset Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Cape May Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Arbor Cottage by the Bay

3 bedroom, 2 bathroom newly remodeled cottage only steps to the Delaware Bay where you have access to a semi-private sandy beach. Best sunsets on the east coast! Located only minutes from historic downtown Cape May, the Wildwood boardwalk and beaches, and Stone Harbor. Visit one of the many local wineries, shops, restaurants, and the renowned Cape May County zoo. Enjoy the many family activities in the area or a quiet getaway!

Book your vacation today!

Reservations of 7+ nights get a 10% discount and cleaning fee will be waived!

Minimum age of renter: 25

** Please note: off-street parking availability subject to weather. In the winter, it may be necessary to park on the street. There is always street parking available, 99.9% of the time directly in front of the house!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Villas

Located in Villas, this holiday home is by the sea. Wildwood Boardwalk and Washington Street Mall 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 Milky Way Mini Golf & Ice Cream are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Villas, NJ

What's nearby

  • Cape May Winery - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Historic Cold Spring Village - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Washington Street Mall - 12 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Sunset Beach - 15 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Cape May Beach - 18 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Castaway Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Harpoons on the Bay - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cape May Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cape May Brewing Company Brewtanical Garden - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Arbor Cottage by the Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Arbor Cottage by the Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Arbor Cottage by the Bay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Arbor Cottage by the Bay located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Milky Way Mini Golf & Ice Cream and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Cape May Point State Park. Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum and Cape May Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 36 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paula P.

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

Hidden Gem

This property is beautiful. We were very cozy and comfy. A quick walk to the beach for amazing sunsets. The hosts have thought of everything including games and library of books with a variety of subjects. The location is great for shopping, site-seeing or dining out. We loved staying here and can't wait to come back! We
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

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

Beach get away

We loved the location . The beach was only a few steps away and the sunset was beautiful. Our only regret was that we didn’t stay longer. The host was easy and quick to respond to any questions and gave great recommendations for the area. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

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

Wonderful Stay

Our family of six (4 plus 2 grandparents) thoroughly enjoyed our week long stay. The proximity to the private beach was perfect, with amazing sunsets. We ventured into Cape May a few times for shopping and the bigger beach. We explored the light house, went to the Cape May Zoo, and did the zipline course at the zoo. The Arbor Cottage had many details that made our stay even better.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

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

Family trip

We loved our stay, the cottage was beautiful. The host was attentive, we would return anytime. Thank you Ryan!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Altaira H.

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

Family vacay

The cottage is great and you can't beat the location to the bay beach! Short drive to other beaches too. It had everything we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rohini V.

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

Family get away

The cottage was very clean and perfect for our trip. It was a few min away from the bay where we went for long walks and run. 15-20min drive from Cape May beach. Lots of restaurants in the 20 min radius. Ryan was very helpful. We had a lovely time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Tricia S.

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

Great vacation home!

Arbor Cottage was a great vacation for me and my family. Everything we needed was there. We loved our evening walk on the beach and the beautiful sunsets. Would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

kelly c.

Wonderful summer getaway

Ryan and Amy made our stay a great experience! We loved the private quiet beach and quick walk from the house.! Going into Cape May To the shops was really enjoyable. So many great places to eat and shop. We will definitely return again!
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10/10 Excellent

kelly c.

Quiet pleasant and so so wonderful

We enjoyed a few days away from our busy life with another couple. Such a lovely home that Ryan and Amy created. Their attention to detail made vacation that much better! Would love to return next year!

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Birthday Trip

This property had everything you could ask for. It was a few houses down from the beach which was amazing. It was clean and comfortable. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Arbor Cottage

Excellent place to stay! Clean,cute and comfy. You can walk to the Bay beach and see amazing sunsets. Short drive to everything Cape May. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Great weekend getaway

Ryan was very open with communication, he provided insight on what to do while in town, and the place was clean, cozy, and just a short walk to the bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

William Y.

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

A wonderful house on the bay

This is a well equipped, comfortable, and spacious house for a family vacation. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lam N.

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

Amazing Arbor Cottage

We really had an amazing time here. The family loved staying here and exploring Cape May. Beautiful beach sunsets and family fun. We went to the zoo, lighthouse, aviation museum, and meadows. We had a great time! We would love to come again! Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

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

Wildwood for MADE Hoops

We came into town for a basketball tournament and our stay couldn't have been more pleasant. The house had everything we needed and we were comfortable during our time there. Will look to stay again if our travels bring us back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy I.

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

Getaway Weekend

Cute place!! Quiet neighborhood, but close to so much to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sudip B.

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

Weekend getaway

Cottage was nice and clean, matched the pictures. Kitchen was nicely stocked. Close walk to the beach. Close drive to Cape May. Host was very communicative and responded quickly. Overall, it was a nice weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

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

Sisters weekend

Wonderful weekend! Nice and clean home. Would recommend to family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Great Property

Great location and very nice property. Will strongly consider booking next year if the price doesn't go up too much.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack K.

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

Weekend getaway

As advertised. Kids enjoyed putting together the puzzles that were in the house during ok ur downtime.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

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

Comfortable home

The house had everything you would need to be comfortable on vacation. Ryan was very attentive to my questions and provided the check in/out process simple. Wonderful suggestions on his Canva brochure. Highly recommend for a small family.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek S.

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

Perfect getaway

House was everything and more we could have asked for. Location was fantastic and Ryan was awesome with helping us out and working with us. The sunsets there are definitely not to be missed and were a major highlight of the trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Great visit

My family and I had a wonderful visit to this property. The house has everything you need and was very comfortable for our group of 6. The kids loved the bunk beds and cozy room and the common areas made for an easy evening of relaxing after a long day at the beach. The community beach a few doors down was the perfect family beach and only a few steps from the front door. We would absolutely recommend this awesome house if you are looking for a relaxing getaway. A big thank you to the owners for all the helpful information and communication throughout our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathrine N.

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

Clean and wonderful location

The property was newly done and the amenities were wonderful. It’s tucked back in a peaceful neighborhood and the quietness was greatly appreciated. Beach access was very close and semi private that we spent most of our time there! Ryan was helpful as well - only suggestion is to perhaps have a list of items that are recommended to be brought (sheets, dish soap, etc)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thuy T.

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

Wonderful and relaxing cottage

We really enjoyed our stay at Arbor Cottage. The home was clean and inviting and comfortable for both our young kids and elder parents. We enjoyed the close proximity to the neighborhood beach and the backyard patio and grill. The hosts were easy to communicate with throughout our stay. The Arbor Cottage was the perfect family getaway and we look forward to staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

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