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Welcome to Shady Arbor, your relaxing Mountain Home at the Beach!
Shady Arbor is set on a beautiful, oversized wooded lot!
Enjoy cozy evenings by the large gas fireplace. Plenty of seating & sleeper sofa
A cozy living room with a staircase, a sofa, two lamps, and a wall with fish decals.
Spiral stairs to 2nd floor living room with TV.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Mountain House at the Beach! Dog Friendly, Short Walk to the Beach.

Shady Arbor: Your Mountain House at the Beach!

Relaxation Awaits!
Discover a unique shore retreat with everything you need for a fun and memorable vacation. A true 5-star property...

Indoors: A spectacular open concept floor plan, stone fireplace and soaring vaulted ceilings make this a one of a kind vacation home!

Outdoors, Enjoy 2 kayaks, a paddle board, bikes, a fire pit, a lighted gazebo, ponds, and an expansive deck for outdoor dining, grilling, and lounging—all nestled on a massive and secluded wooded lot, just a 5-minute walk to the bay beach.

This house is great for sun lovers, shade dwellers, and everyone in between. It's like two vacations for the price of one...! :-)
Discount for 7 night stays.

The Space:
* Upstairs: 2 bedrooms, a sleeping loft, sofa & TV entertainment area, and full bath.
* Downstairs: Master suite with oversized jacuzzi soaking tub with bath salts
* Twin bedroom off of master suite, and lovely sunroom with stove.
* Giant great room with fireplace and comfy couches to lounge and relax.
* With 3 separate living areas, everyone can hang out and not feel crowded!
* Fully stocked kitchen.
* Portacrib & high chair.
* Games, books, DVDs, record player with classic vinyl, more books.
* Accommodates 1-2 families with 2-zone central air for hot days.
* Private outdoor shower with hot & cold water.
* First floor master also makes Shady Arbor a quiet get-away for just one couple!


Outdoor Fun:
* Bay beach (5-minute walk): Dog-friendly, perfect for kids, and sensational sunsets.
* Cox Hall Nature Preserve (1 block away): 50 acres of trails and a stocked fishing pond.
* Bikes, kayaks, paddleboards, and 6 Cape May beach tags included. Also lots of beach chairs, umbrellas, sand toys, boogie boards and wagon!
* Huge wooded lot perfect for sitting around the fire roasting marshmallows.
* 5 minutes to public pickleball courts!

Nearby Adventures:
* 10-minute drive to Cape May for big waves, fine dining, and Victorian charm.
* The Wildwoods (20 mins): Boardwalk, amusement parks, and fireworks.


Perfect for Any Season:
* Summer: Sun-filled days and shady relaxing evenings.
* Fall: Crisp weather and peaceful beaches.
* Winter: Cape May transforms into a magical Victorian Christmas Village. Shady Arbor fully decorated!
* Spring: Get a jump on your summer fun at lower rates.

Key Info:
* Sleeps up to 12 guests. (sorry, no HS proms or Senior weeks).
* Dog Fee ($100 - 1st dog, $50 for 2nd dog.. due when booking).
* Hosts are very responsive.

NOTE: !! Sheets and towels are not provided !!

Book Your Stay Today!

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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

Pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Run and empty dishwasher

Clean outside grill

Fold blankets and put at bottom of bed

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 814755vb
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

About the area

Villas

Located in Villas, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Morey's Piers, or check out an event or a game at Wildwood Crest Tennis Center. Kayaking and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Villas, NJ

What's nearby

  • beach near Shorebirds Tolz Beach Preserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Milky Way Mini Golf & Ice Cream - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Cape May Point State Park - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Cape May Beach - 12 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Sunset Beach - 16 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wawa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪5 West Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jake's Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain House at the Beach! Dog Friendly, Short Walk to the Beach. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mountain House at the Beach! Dog Friendly, Short Walk to the Beach.?

As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mountain House at the Beach! Dog Friendly, Short Walk to the Beach. on 4 Nov 2026 start from AU$639, 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 Mountain House at the Beach! Dog Friendly, Short Walk to the Beach.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mountain House at the Beach! Dog Friendly, Short Walk to the Beach.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain House at the Beach! Dog Friendly, Short Walk to the Beach.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mountain House at the Beach! Dog Friendly, Short Walk to the Beach. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Villas holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Milky Way Mini Golf & Ice Cream, Cape May Terminal and Cape May Point State Park. Cape May Beaches and Cape Island Marina are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 155 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean property!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniella F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing, peaceful home! If we could give it 10 stars we would!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayson V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great rental! The hosts were very accommodating and got right back to us when we had questions. Would definitely stay again if we are in the area! House has a nice layout for entertaining.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really cool place to stay right near the bay shore. We stayed in the winter so didn't get to experience the beach or the water, but the house was great. Really comfortable and close enough to everything Cape May has to offer. The hosts were very responsive and all information needed was provided well in advance of our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karl E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic time at this property. It had everything we were looking for. Many unique rooms and books and crannies with multiple open areas and a kitchen with just the right of separation yet connectedness. Many sleeping areas and beds. Enough for everyone! And we really loved the backyard habitat yard as well with much to explore and do including a gazebo and fire pit. And it was close to everything and walking distance to bay Beach and nature preserve. Hosts were very attentive and responsive. Thankfully they reminded us to provide our own bedsheets and bathroom towels as we would have been underprepared on that front. We may well be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience for a relaxing long weekend in Cape May.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Tons of space for the family and dogs to enjoy. The fully enclosed and gated balcony was a major bonus with my very excited dogs who ran out the door the minute it was opened. The house is fully stocked with all the appliance and tableware needs. We would definitely book and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house with beautiful wrap around porch. Conveniently located to the beach with a short 5 minute walk with very little traffic. Host was very responsive with clear communication. Beach not crowded at all and amazing sunsets!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Family get away

House was perfect, location was great. WholeFamily had a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

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

Awesome place to stay

Awesome place to stay Wonderful and very welcoming house which offers a lot to the renters Will tell my friends about it Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn D.

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

Great for families!

Had everything we needed to have an enjoyable stay! Great house!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda M.

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

Wonderful Vacation

Beautiful house, lots of room for family !!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

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

Fall Retreat

The house was amazing. So many places to sit back and relax and hang out with the family. We enjoyed a walk in the preserve and walks along the beach. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shiv S.

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

Amazing stay!

Our entire group had such a great time at this home. The backyard and deck areas felt like an oasis and we loved all the amenities the property offered. Cannot wait to revisit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel Y.

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

3 generations @ Cape May

Great property with lots of outdoor seating in a beautiful, woodsey setting!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benoit D.

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

A quiet place.

Well spotted, clean, comfortable ! Our family appreciated their stay! Beach at max 5 min walk.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol F.

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

Shady Arbor vacation

Close to bay and walking trails. Great location. Cape May beach badges were provided which was a plus. Would recommend this property
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary K.

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

Great place and amenities

We enjoyed our stay. The gazebo was very nice and comfortable. The fire pit was great. The house is clean with plenty of space. The location is excellent with a short walk to the beach for sunset. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ernest E.

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

Great house - walk to Del.bay beach and Cox Nature Preserve

Nice house on wooded lot. Walk/Bike to Cox Nature Preserve and Delaware Bay beach. Nice backyard with grill and fire pit. Everyone enjoyed the house layout and location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim & Mo L.

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

Wonderful stay!

Lovely house. Well equipped with everything we needed. Location to both beach and nature preserve was ideal. Jim and Patti responded quickly to questions and were very helpful. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall good house for multiple families. Kitchen was well-stocked, ample and comfortable rooms, good bathrooms. The spiral staircase is a challenge for small children - we covered the outside with a mesh to make it safer. The gated porch was good for children. We were unable to use the kayaks due to leaks/needing cleaning.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meghan S.

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

Cape May Weekend

We had an amazing time staying at this beautiful house! Our kids loved playing in the backyard oasis. You can tell the owners are very mindful of families traveling with small children as the house was packed with play costumes on toys. We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerry F.

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

Great Birthday Getaway

This was the perfect spot for our birthday weekend getaway. The house was just as advertised, in a great location, lots of room for our extended family. Easy walk to the bay and a short drive to the ocean. Jim and Patti were very responsive. We would love to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

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

Wonderful house!

Very much enjoyed our vacation! The weather wasn’t great, but the house made it a good trip. Very well-stocked with everything you would need. Bikes were great and in really good shape. The wrap around deck was also wonderful to have! Thanks so much to the owners!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne H.

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

Beautiful property for a family vacation

This property was just what we needed for a 3 generation vacation. The house is so roomy and had everything we needed for a stay that included 5 kids from 1-9 years , 4 adults and 2 seniors. The walk to the beach was easy for everyone. The location was very convenient for all of the local spots we traveled to. The owners really thought of everything a family would need to have a comfortable stay. It made packing much easier knowing that so many things were already at the house, especially all of the beach gear.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jim and Patti Walker

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We fell in love with this house at first sight, and hope you will too! It's perfect for people who love the mountains and the beach! We've been coming to Cape May for many years with our 4 kids and can recommend many fun and unique places to go.

Why they chose this property

A truly unique shore property with the quiet and seclusion of the mountains, and just minutes to all the fun and excitement of the shore.

What makes this property unique

Mountains meet the beach in this one of a kind rental. 1 1/2 blocks to the bay beach and the Cox Hall nature preserve. 10 minute drive to Cape May beaches, restaurants and shops. Short drive to Cape May Zoo, many local wineries and the Cape May Brewery. There are also several good local restaurants, Wawa, drugstores, and Acme within a 5 minute drive from house.

From Philly and New York - best bet is to get to 55 South and then follow 55 South to 47 - 347 -47. After the Acorn Campground sign, make a right off of 47 onto Bayshore. Bayshore has a sharp left at the blinking lights, and then you will see the water tower "Best Sunsets in the World". Keep following Bayshore through the little town of Villas. Pass the WaWa and CVS. At the ACE Hardware store, make a right onto Village. Go to the end of Village and make a left on Bay Drive. In about a mile, make a left on Delview. We are second house on the left. If you are going down on a Saturday in the summer, PLAN ON LEAVING EARLY (pack the night before). We highly highly recommend getting on Route 55 by 8:00 or 8:30 AM to beat some of the traffic and then having breakfast at Uncle Bill's Pancake house once you get to Cape May/Villas area.

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