Hotels near Cape May Lighthouse, Lower Township

Welcome to our peaceful, well-appointed family home! We were drawn to the quiet setting, backing up to acres of conservation land and a quick bike ride away from Higbee Beach or Cape May Point, where the typically calm waters are perfect for swimming, paddle boarding, kayaking, or sitting in your beach chair while children dig and wade nearby. We were also charmed by the home’s quiet deck and back yard, with ample privacy, lots of shade trees, and heated pool and spa. Our family has enjoyed this place so much, and now you can too!Who will enjoy this house? Large families, groups of friends, people who love birding/nature/green space, people searching for a clean, bright, nicely furnished home, and anyone looking for a house with a heated pool on the beautiful island of Cape May! When we travel with our family of 6 and extended family, we are always looking for a mix of cleanliness, comfort, an uplifting environment, and access to fun. We hope you’ll find all of these qualities in our family’s home.About the location:*Our home is in the greenest part of Cape May’s special island. The closest beach is Higbee Beach, which is a short bike ride away. You can also drive and park there for free, no beach tags required.*Nearest shops (including our West Cape May favorites like Ostara’s coffee, Chez Michel bakery, Good Earth Organic Eatery) are a bike ride or short drive away. You could also rent a golf cart to enjoy the slower pace of island life!*Are you a birder? The home backs up to wide open green spaces and is amidst some of the best birding…in the world! *This is a place to recharge, rest, and renew. Depending on the season, you might be lucky enough to pick ripe figs, peaches, beach plums or pears from the trees in our back yard. About accessibility:*There are five steps up to the back deck from the driveway, where we usually enter the house. Similarly, there are a few steps up to the front porch and down from the back deck to the pool. *The home currently does not have grab bars in the showers or bathrooms.About the bedrooms:PRIMARY KING BEDROOM is on the first floor and sleeps 2. This room has a king-sized bed with a mattress that was purchased in 2021 and has been used only on our occasional visits to this second home. En suite bathroom has a step-in shower and a deep jacuzzi tub, as well as double vanity.SECOND FLOOR, CHILDREN’S BEDROOM has two twin beds with trundles, accommodating 4 children.SECOND FLOOR, KING BEDROOM (sleeps 2) has a mattress purchased in 2021 and only used a few times.SECOND FLOOR, KING BEDROOM (sleeps 2) includes a large windowed closet where our kids like to bring in pillows (or a twin mattress) and hide out with a friend or a book.On the second floor, there is a full bath with shower and double vanity. Second floor bedrooms are carpeted, while the first floor had hardwood floors.In the basement, there is another bedroom with a queen bed as well as a full bath with shower and vanity that is available for guest use. About the kitchen:*The kitchen has a gas stovetop in the kitchen island, as well as a wall oven, microwave, toaster, standard coffee pot (not keurig-type), and blender.*We like to cook, and the kitchen is equipped with a complement of knives, utensils, CB2 dishes, pots and pans, and cooking implements that should make it possible for you to prepare and enjoy meals with family and friends. Let us know what is missing so we can continue to improve. (Spices and cooking oil currently are not provided.)*The kitchen island has four stools.*Adjacent to the kitchen is a breakfast area with a round table with four chairs, for casual meals. *There is a separate dining room to accommodate larger group meals. *On the back deck, there is a table with 8 chairs and a large umbrella.*We will provide a starter pack of trash bags, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, paper towels, and sponges.*Beverage fridge is in the laundry room.*Adjacent to the kitchen, there is a large capacity washer/dryer in the laundry room.*On the deck is a Traeger Wood-fired grill, which uses wood pellets (available at Swains Hardware). YouTube tutorials have helped us and may help you learn to use this type of grill. Grill tools are in the laundry room closet.About the pool and spa:*The pool is a delight and also a responsibility. It is surrounded by fencing, but curious children **can get in** and require uninterrupted supervision.*The pool is heated and open from early April through end of October. *There is also a spa (hot tub) adjacent to the pool that can be turned on through simply pressing a button.*The pool is cleaned twice a week.*There are two umbrellas for people who want shade near the pool. *Several floats are available in the garage.*When you’re walking down from the house, the shallow end of the pool is to the left, and the (really) deep end is to the right. Because the depth changes throughout the pool, we recommend no diving.*There is an outdoor shower. *We are in a gorgeous natural setting, with lots of trees. We love this and hope you will, too! It also means that there are often leaves in the pool in the morning, along with the occasional frog (to the delight of our children, but not to everyone!). There’s a pool skimmer in the garage, and you will likely want to use it between visits from the pool cleaners, who come twice per week.About beach supplies:*You are welcome to use the many beach chairs available in the garage, as well as the beach umbrellas. *There is a picnic basket in the laundry room closet.About sheets, blankets, and (bath/beach) towels:*As is the case at most Cape May rentals, linens and towels are not included with this booking. We recommend renting from Linen Ladies in Cape May, a company that will deliver to the house prior to your arrival and pick up from the house when you leave. Linen Ladies offers delightfully clean and comfortable sheets, pillow cases, and towels. We do this because it allows for a much smoother, more efficient turnover. Cleaning teams work hard in Cape May to get homes ready! About the living areas:*High speed internet is provided and we’ve generally found it works well for our remote work needs. It generally reaches the back deck, allowing for outdoor work.*Sonos system and a speakers are provided in the main living room, kitchen, and deck.*The living room includes new sofas and chairs perfect for reading and conversation. *On the first floor, there is also a TV room, separated by french doors, that has a sectional sofa, a worktable (bring in a dining chair if you need to take a Zoom meeting), and a Samsung Frame TV.*Another Samsung Frame TV is located in the first floor primary bedroom.*A third Samsung Frame TV is in the finished basement, which is comfortable and cool and has a large sofa–a good spot for kids or teenagers to hang out. All TVs have cable. Other bedrooms do not have TVs, and there is no TV in the main living room.*Gas fireplaces are currently turned off.*The home has a central vacuum, which is stored in the laundry room closet.*There is a half bath on the first floor and a full bath with tub and shower in the finished basement.Cape May attractions:*The natural world is on beautiful display! Dolphins, birds, butterflies, dragonflies, bunnies, and the occasional fox–if you love wildlife, you’ll find it here. (We understand there are coyotes in the nature preserves nearby, but we haven’t seen them.)*Wildlife/birding experts, tours, and programs can be found at the nature center near the Cape May Lighthouse, the bird sanctuary at Cape May Point, and online. We loved the Marsh Safari tours, for example.*Festivals and celebrations abound in Cape May and West Cape May (Strawberry, Lima Bean, Jazz, Christmas parade: check local calendars for fun in all seasons).*Shopping at the Washington Mall is a perennial favorite.*Sunsets at Cape May Point and aptly named Sunset Beach, or at Higbee Beach, draw nightly crowds.*As the nation’s first seaside resort, Cape May is full of history and Victorian-era architecture. Even if you’re not a fan of Victorian flamboyance, we think it’s pretty special that Cape May has it’s own distinctive look, with a downtown replete with exuberantly painted homes and porches. We hope you’ll embrace the kitsch and charm while you’re here!*The Harriet Tubman Museum introduces an American hero, and Cape May’s role in the Underground Railroad. People who were escaping slavery often came ashore here on the beaches of Cape May.*Beach Plum Farm, Willow Creek Winery, Nauti Spirits Distillery, and the Rusty Nail often have live music, and sometimes it’s great! (We can’t promise.) *The Nature Conservancy land off Sunset Ave., and the trails of the State Park near the lighthouse, offer special places for nature walks or runs, birding, and a glimpse of the green that is gone from much of the Jersey Shore.*The Boardwalk and Beach Ave offer all the ice cream shops, mini golf, arcades, and taffy you could hope to find.*Cape May has *so many* restaurants/food options. We are partial to Exit Zero, Good Earth, West Side Market, Ostara’s, the Mad Batter, or Dock Mike’s (for breakfast). We love bringing family and friends together at the Rusty Nail for music, feet in the sand, and casual food. *We find that the back yard is often our favorite destination, offering a good place to read, chat, nap, play, or swim.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.

Welcome to Songbird Sojourn! This birder cottage is located in Cape May Point, surrounded by nature and perfect for your next beach vacation! The home welcomes you with a large front deck perfect for your morning coffee. Once inside you will find a grand living room with cathedral ceilings, an eat in kitchen and access to the back deck and large back yard. The first floor is complete with a bedroom with a Queen bed and full bathroom. Up the stairs, you will find a catwalk that overlooks the living room, two more bedrooms, the first with a queen sized bed and the second with two twin beds. The second floor is complete with a full bathroom. There is also a Queen sized sleeper sofa in the living room. Enjoy all Cape May Point has to offer at Songbird Sojourn while you are only a few minutes away from downtown Cape May. Call today for your reservation!About pets:No pets allowed, service animals permitted.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 21.About events:No events allowed.

SPRING SPECIAL! DISCOVER CAPE MAY WITH DISCOUNTED RATES FOR MARCH AND APRIL! THE Sunflower Bungalow is a delightful space to unwind and take it easy.Kick back, relax and enjoy the calm and salt air. Walk to the bay and take in spectacular sunsets. Short drive to Victorian Downtown Cape May and beaches. Fresh duvet covers, linens, towels, shampoos, shower gel, and essential paper products all supplied to give you more time for yourself.The spaceFrench doors open from the kitchen onto the deck giving you a place to enjoy your morning coffee . In the evening, the bistro lights throw a warm glow over the deck and yard for you to enjoy an evening cocktail.The large treed back yard is fenced for privacy with a beautiful assortment of wild song birds that grace the area.The outdoor shower is a refreshing close after a day at the beach. And the Weber Grill is there to be fired up and grill up local fish or whatever the cook has in mind!I provide 2 beach tags, you bring the Flip Flops !Guest accessYou will have access to the entire home and yard.There is door code access and free parking.Other things to noteMust be 25 years or older to book.Sorry, no pets.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About events:No events allowed.

A cozy beach house in a great location, three bedrooms, one bath, fenced in backyard. The bedrooms feature one queen bed, one full bed and two full beds, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests with amenities like heating/central air, WiFi, and a washer/dryer, your vacation will be a breeze. The bathroom includes a bathtub and a hair dryer for your convenience. Enjoy your time in Cape May at our soothing cottage. Nice patio in the front to have your morning coffee. Quiet neighborhood very relaxing. Close to beach, fishing, golf, winery and much more. About pets:No pets allowed.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:No shoes on carpet in bedrooms No food or drinks in bedrooms No smoking No Pets - no exceptions.Do not disturb neighbors (quiet 10pm to 8am) No parties or events Security cameras at front and back door No undeclared guest.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About events:No events allowed.

Enjoy a 5 min walk for bayside beach days with the family. The house is walking distance to Harpoons and also near the Cape May Ferry which boasts two new restaurants. There is a short drive to get to Cape May proper where you can enjoy the boardwalk, miniature golf and other fun activities and dining. Full eat in kitchen, washer and dryer, patio and grill. This home and location is great for families.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.

Located just 4 short blocks from the beautiful family-friendly Delaware Bay beach and within walking/biking distance to the ferry terminal, adorable cottage is looking forward to welcoming you and your family or traveling couples. All of the cozy rooms are well appointed for your vacation needs. There is a large kitchen, laundry room, fenced yard with a fire pit, beach storage shed, and large deck with all the amenities needed for outdoor dining. This rental is new to the market Spring 2023, and has been freshly furnished with traveling vacationers in mind. The sunsets are beyond breathtaking, and a beautiful walking sidewalk runs the length of the bay. The streets are wide, and biking is easy. Onsite parking is available for up to 3 cars, and there is ample free street parking as well.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:Quiet hours must be observed between 9pm and 9am. Brett Douglass will oversee all stays. Fees are per stay for up to 1 week only!.Clean, neat and care expectations will be observed - left in the same condition or better than delivered. Property mgmt will address any concerns.,21-day maximum stay; all stays will be governed and addressed by property management company, Brett Douglass - contact info in house book..About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.

All you need to bring is your bathing suit and towel! As you walk thru the door, you will realize you made the right decision to spend your vacation at Bayside Cottage. Refreshing, bright, spacious and warm. This two bedroom, one and a half bath and outside shower is well appointed and designed for your convenience. You will immediately feel welcomed with the open and bright floor plan. The living room has ample windows and skylights which welcomes the morning sun. Lighting is also enhanced with two skylights that brings the late morning sun into the house. Take your shoes off and relax on the comfortable sofa and chairs. Connect your music (i.e. Spotify, Apple) with the stereo sounds of the Sonos speakers. Enjoy the relaxing air with the two Casablanca style ceiling fans in the living room. The large kitchen is equipped with double door stainless steel refrigerator with bottom freezer along with other modern appliances. The marble counter top and subway tiles just adds to your vacation experience.Enjoy the afternoon sunlight thru the triple French doors that extends to an oversized deck and a private fenced-in backyard. You will surely notice that the outdoors is just another extension of the living space inside. Relax and enjoy your coffee or wine on the outdoor dining table or maybe the beautiful white Adirondack chairs. The large deck is equipped with a cantilever umbrella to provide shade to the conversation for you and your company. If you prefer a little shade and quiet from the rest of the company, sneak to the seating area on the covered patio at the front of the house. Complete with an overhead ceiling fan, it’s a lovely outdoor location to relax, play games, or read.Listen to the seagulls in the distance and the faint sound from the horn of the Cape May-Lewes Ferry as it approaches the dock. But let’s not forget, you also picked Bayside Cottage for its convenience to the beach. Just four short blocks to the beach. The house is equipped with beach chairs, umbrellas, and a beach wagon to cart all your goods for a day at the beach.When you come back to your vacation home, wash the sand away at the outdoor shower before going inside. Relax with a glass of wine or beer on the Adirondack chairs or even take a nap on the hammock under the maple tree. But don’t nap too long, because you have to walk to the beach later to watch the amazing sunsets or go to Harpoon Harry for an amazing sunset dinner. But remember, you are on vacation!! You will surely enjoy all of the amenities of the house, proximity to the beach, the quietness of the neighborhood and the pure simpleness of the way a vacation should be.Outside ShowerFenced-in backyardBeach Chairs, umbrellas, bikesGrillOutdoor FurnitureFire PitHammockThere is one queen bed and two extra long twin beds. Bed linens and bath towels are provided but of course you can bring your own if you prefer. Note: NJ law requires customers to bring their own bags, even for grocery shopping. You can learn more here: https://www.nj.gov/dep/get-past-plastic/. Please bring reusable bags with you.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:House rules are maintained at house describing how the house should be left at departure..Renters pay for renter's insurance - $59.00,Cleaning Fee - $175.00 Linen Fee - $30.00.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 28.About events:No events allowed.

This stunning home sits only a half block from the beach. It is a three bedroom two full bath treasure that has all the comforts of home. We are fully stocked with all the amenities you need, so you can fully enjoy your vacation. Having the free bay beaches of North Cape May only one block away makes this home a real treasure, and a getaway you won’t want to miss.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 24.About events:No events allowed.

Relax in this charming 3 bedroom cottage, perfect for families or couples. The house has three bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and a sunroom. Just minutes from all activities : Delaware Bay beaches and world-class sunset, Town of Cape May, wineries, restaurants, walking distance to Harpoon restaurant. We do not rent to groups under the age of 25 for senior week or spring break. This is a quiet, family town. We are dog friendly house, we require your dog should be on flea and tick prevention treatment.Pets are welcome! We have a fenced yard, perfect for your furry friends to run around when you’re chilling on the backyard. About pets:Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total).About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:We provide grill for your convenience, If You use it, please clean it for the next guest, otherwise you’ll be charged extra $50 as cleaning fee..About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.

2026 Saturday-Saturday full week rentals from June 13th to August 29thUpon entering you are immediately greeted by the beautiful open concept kitchen and living area. The whole house was fully remodeled top to bottom in 2019. The kitchen is fully equipped with pots, pans, cups, plates etc. Have your morning coffee (keurig and standard coffee pot) on the front patio feeling the amazing bay breeze. Enjoy your 4 minute walk to the secluded bay beach in this beautiful, quiet neighborhood with sidewalks. Beach chairs provided! Stop at the famous Harpoon's beach bar for some drinks and great food on your walk down. End your day grilling in the fenced in back yard and sitting on the patio underneath the modern patio string lights. Movie nights are a must in the back den with a 65 inch smart TV. Once you're ready to call it a night, enjoy the spacious master bedroom and remodeled master bath with a large walk-in shower.Nearby:-Lower Township Community Pool(open late June-early September) daily passes available for purchase at the gate $5 per adult $3 per child-Cape May Winery-Willow Creek Winery-Cape May Ferry with restaurants and playground-Cape May Brewery-NAS Aviation Museum-Washington Street Shopping Mall-East Coast Jet Ski RentalsLinens will NOT be provided at this time. Linen ladies is a great, local linen service that can drop off fresh sheets and towels to you. We recommend booking your linens upon booking your stay to ensure availability.www.linenladies.comBeds will only have clean quilts (1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Full, 1 Single, full for sofa bed)As with most rentals, there are no food items, paper plates etc. supplied. Bring your own personal items. The home will come with STARTER toilet paper, paper towels and trash bags.For those traveling with babies, the home offers a pack and play, portable high chair, baby lounge seat and newborn bath tub.We have two outdoor cameras for security purposes only. One at the front door and the other facing the back door towards the gate. They will both be on during your stay. We do not allow any bookings longer than 2 consecutive weeksPropane for grill is not guaranteed Outdoor shower: YesFireplace not for guest useAbout pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:Fireplace not for tenant use..No parties.,Maximum booking limit of 2 consecutive weeks. Rental agreements and waivers need to be signed and returned before your stay..About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 27.About events:No events allowed.