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Short walk to the Beach, sleeps 8, four bedrooms, private patio, 2026 weeks open

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Twilight. Front of the house showing 2nd and 3rd apartment above the porch.
819 Benton Ave. front of house
Corner of Jefferson St. and Benton Ave.
Side view of the house with private entrance to the apartment.
Back yard entrance through the arbor. The patio is secluded behind the hedges.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Short walk to the Beach, sleeps 8, four bedrooms, private patio, 2026 weeks open

Now booking summer 2026. Book early to reserve your favorite week. Enjoy a weekly or bi-weekly rental in this 2nd and 3rd floor apartment with private entrance. One week is not enough!
Details below:
* Stay in a 119 year old updated house that is owned by the same family for over 55 years!
* Enjoy the OUTDOOR PATIO SPACE with umbrella, table and chairs.
* NEWLY renovated 2nd floor bathroom.
* NEWLY renovated 3rd floor bathroom.
* The apartment is on the 2nd and 3rd floors of the house that is located in the Frog Hollow neighborhood of Cape May. Please note, the house has always been elevated with a number of steps up to the 2nd floor apartment, and therefore may not be suited for those with mobility concerns.
* The beach is three blocks away and you can hear the waves especially at night.
* Beach chairs and a beach cart are supplied.
* The apartment sleeps up to eight people, has four bedrooms and two full bathrooms, sitting room and kitchen.
* The kitchen has been renovated and has stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops and beautiful new cabinets.
* The apartment is fully air conditioned with AC units installed in each of the bedrooms and living room.
* Ceiling fans or tower fan are in bedrooms, and in the kitchen and living room.
* Comcast TV and high speed Internet are available for your entertainment.
* A washer and dryer is on site for your convenience!
* The house is an easy 3 block walk to the beach, and you may take a short stroll down to the boardwalk or Washington Street Mall.
Cape May is an ideal place to bicycle. Bring your bike and ride to Sunset Beach or about town. You may store your bikes in the basement. Bird watch at Cape May Point State Park, a birder's paradise any time of the year.

Our house was built in the Frog Hollow neighborhood of Cape May by Jeremiah Mecray in 1907 and has been owned by our family since 1968. Recent upgrades include the outside patio, kitchen, 2nd & 3rd floor bathrooms, AC/heat units, washer/dryer, freshly painted rooms and exterior, new carpets, and rebuilt outside shower with changing area.
This restful, comfortable apartment has four bedrooms, two on the 2nd floor and two on the 3rd floor that sleep up to eight guests, two full baths, complete kitchen/dining room, living room with flat screen smart TV, DVD/VCR and free WiFi. A charcoal grill is available to use in the yard with our patio and seating. We have clotheslines to hang your beach towels and parking in the driveway for one vehicle, or free parking on the street. The entrance to the apartment is by a private side stairway off Jefferson Street.
Our family has been sharing the Cape May Vacation House with rental guests for over 50 years and every effort has been made towards our guests' comfort.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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

About the area

Cape May

Located near the beach, this apartment is in Cape May Historic District, a neighbourhood in Cape May. Washington Street Mall and Wildwood Boardwalk 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Wildwood Crest Tennis Center or Stone Harbor Tennis Center - 96th St. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cape May, NJ

What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mad Batter Restaurant and Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taco Caballito Tequileria - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Harry's Ocean Bar & Grille - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Madison's Bakery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cape May Peanut Butter Co. - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Short walk to the Beach, sleeps 8, four bedrooms, private patio, 2026 weeks open pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Short walk to the Beach, sleeps 8, four bedrooms, private patio, 2026 weeks open?

As of 12 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Short walk to the Beach, sleeps 8, four bedrooms, private patio, 2026 weeks open on 6 June 2026 start from AU$631, including 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.

How much is parking at Short walk to the Beach, sleeps 8, four bedrooms, private patio, 2026 weeks open?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Short walk to the Beach, sleeps 8, four bedrooms, private patio, 2026 weeks open?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Short walk to the Beach, sleeps 8, four bedrooms, private patio, 2026 weeks open?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Short walk to the Beach, sleeps 8, four bedrooms, private patio, 2026 weeks open located?

Located in Cape May Historic District, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Beach Ave and Cape May Beach. Washington Street Mall and Colonial House are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A pleasant home, perfectly situated, with top-notch hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerstin V.

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

Wonderful Family-time

The place is great and you can have a fantastic holday close to the beach. We enjoyed every single moment.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Camille D.

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

Stately Home

Great house stones throw from the beach.. good working kitchen, comfortable and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah M.

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

Great location!

Close to the beach and to the village. We loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ted T.

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

Great location

Clean place in a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

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

Great location and wonderful home.

Although there were a bunch of steps it wasn’t hard to navigate at all. We were comfortable and had plenty of space. Excellent location and so close to the beach! The owner and his daughter could not have been nicer! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Artiom T.

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

Perfect beach vacation home

The place is charming, great location, everything we needed and wanted for a great family vacation The host are super nice and friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, kitchen fully equipped, very clean. Nice patio area to sit and relax. Owners are very kind and caring.I would recommend staying here. My whole family just loved everything about the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yves L.

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

Lovely!

We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helene R.

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

Great location!

My family and I had a wonderful time. The location was perfect and the house was perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg R.

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

Solid place for family

Very clean and well-provisioned.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

lisa o.

Great location!

Family friendly, close to beach and Washington Mall. We could walk everywhere which was perfect for the 8 of us! We had a wonderful time; thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Great house!

It was a great house and location to the beach and mall. Very clean and the hosts are very nice/accommodating! The only thing was that we wished the kitchen table was bigger and updated for everyone to be able to sit together. Otherwise it was a fabulous week and plenty of space for everyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken K.

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

Nice location

The house was very well maintained and comfortable. The neighborhood was quiet with a short walk to the beach. The owners were a pleasure to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa G.

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

Great location

The property is exactly as pictured and described. The stairs weren't as crazy as some other reviewers have commented, and we had 2 babies under the age of 2. The location was ideal, close to the beach and town!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy U.

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

2024 vacation

We had an amazing time in Cape May and the house was in a perfect location for the beach and town. The host was so nice and made sure that everything was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen W.

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

Review of property

Great location, quick response from owner. I like outdoor patio and having laundry capabilities on site.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

July 2023

Great location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

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

Cape May

Property was nice and clean. Owners were great to work with. House is close to beach and mall. Would have been nice to have a seating area outside.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cindy P.

Fabulous

We had a wonderful time staying here!!! Loved every minute of it. Close to beach and town. Thanks for having us and have a wonderful summer!!! Cindy & Frank
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

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

Great Location! Cool House!

819 Benton is a great location for a Cape May vacation! The beach, strolling along Washington Steet Mall, restaurants, historic spots, bike rentals, ice cream, even the Acme supermarket are only a few minutes walk away. The house is a perfect blend of modern beach house and cool Cape May! We had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana T.

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

Great location

My family of four recently rented this property. The location is perfect, so close to everything but nice and quiet as well. Having my two young teens with their own rooms and bathroom on the third floor was a great bonus for us! The kitchen was nicely equipped and check in and check out was a breeze. The owner is very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob M.

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

Great visit!!

We had a wonderful time in this comfortable Cape May home. Location could not have been better-easy walk to beach and shopping area through a lovely residential neighborhood. It had everything needed for our family-beach chairs, well stocked cozy kitchen, beautiful patio, comfy bedrooms. The hosts were quick to communicate any time we had a question and were a pleasure to work with. Lots of stairs-so may not be appropriate for everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

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

Good location central to everything

We had a great family vacation at the property which was central to everything. As advertised, it is on the upper floors, so keep that in mind. a lot of stairs packing/unpacking the car if you have little kids that can't help much.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marieta C.

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

Great location

Our family of 5 enjoyed our stay at this property. It’s a short walk to the beach, close to the action too. The kitchen is updated and boasts lots of storage. Another plus is the outdoor shower. 1 parking spot is available in the driveway and there was always street parking in front of the house as well. The owners were easily accessible for a quick question.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Weston Wardell

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Why they chose this property

We purchased this property to allow our family to come and vacation in Cape May. Over the years family and friends have gathered to enjoy visiting with each other in beautiful Cape May.
We have discovered some of the history of the house. The house was built by Jeremiah E. and Rachel Mecray in 1907. Jeremiah owned and sub-divided the entire block which is bordered by Benton Avenue, Franklin Street, Sewell Avenue and Jefferson Street.
The entire parcel of land cost $4250 in the early 1900s! This house seems to be one of the first that was built on the block. As you travel around the block you may notice several that have a similar style of architecture.

What makes this property unique

Close to the beach, boardwalk, and Washington Street Mall. All are within walking or biking distance.

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