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Cape May Pt. Birders Paradise, 2 bedroom cottage with open floorplan & 2 porches

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Exterior
Open floor plans
Front porch
Room
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 443.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Cape May Point, NJ
  • Cape May Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Cape May Lighthouse
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Sunset Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Living Room

1 Double Futon

The Blue Room

1 Single Bed

Yellow Bedroom

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Cape May Pt. Birders Paradise, 2 bedroom cottage with open floorplan & 2 porches

This 1920's beach bungalow updated in the 1960's, third generation in the same family owned by three sisters and a brother, centrally located in Cape May Point on the flyway for migrating birds and monarch butterflies. The high peaked ceiling of the open floor plan living/dining room with a galley kitchen to one side make this 465 sq. foot house feel spacious and cozy at the same time. With two small bedrooms, each containing a single/twin bed and a full-size futon sofa bed in the living room this welcoming house sleeps four persons. Two porches on either side of the house, an outdoor shower, and a gas grill outside of the kitchen add outdoor living space in the incomparable township of Cape May Point.
The large living room window overlooks Pavilion Circle Park. When the outdoors beckons the house is two short blocks to the beach on the Delaware Bay with life guards during the swimming season. A two block walk in the other direction take you to Lilly Lake, otherwise know as "The Duck Pond." A mere half mile takes you to Cape May Point State Park and it's nature walks. The Victorian City of Cape May, with it's restaurants, shopping, historical attractions, ocean beaches and night life is just over 2 miles away.
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT LINENS ARE NOT PROVIDED. YOU WILL HAVE TO PROVIDE YOUR OWN TOWELS, BEACH TOWELS, AND SHEETS. THERE ARE PILLOWS AND SOME BLANKETS IN THE HOUSE. You can contact Sea Dreams Linen Cape May for linen rental if you choose not to bring your own. They will deliver to the house before your arrival, and pick up the soiled linens after you leave. https://seadreamscapemay.com/

Property manager

Diane Michener
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Adults only
It's a tiny cottage furnished w/ old stuff
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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
Stays over 30 days are not being accepted at this time

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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cape May Point

Located in Cape May Point, this holiday home is near 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 natural beauty can explore Cape May Beach and Sunset Beach. Morey's Piers and Cape May Market 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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Cape May Point, NJ

What's nearby

  • Cape May Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cape May Lighthouse - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cape May Bird Observatory - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sunset Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Washington Street Mall - 5 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Exit Zero Ferry Station - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ugly Mug Bar & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Uncle Bill's Pancake House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coffeetyme - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Delaney's - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cape May Pt. Birders Paradise, 2 bedroom cottage with open floorplan & 2 porches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cape May Pt. Birders Paradise, 2 bedroom cottage with open floorplan & 2 porches?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cape May Pt. Birders Paradise, 2 bedroom cottage with open floorplan & 2 porches?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Cape May Pt. Birders Paradise, 2 bedroom cottage with open floorplan & 2 porches located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cape May Beach and Sunset Beach. Cape May Point State Park and Cape May Lighthouse are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leslie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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

Great Location for Birding and Beach

The home is well equipped, well organized and in a great location. It has everything you need for a stay of any length of time. Labels help find things in the kitchen, water pressure is good and heat and a/c worked great. The host is responsive and considerate. I would go back!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephane R.

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

Little house love

What a delightfully lovely little home! We adored our stay. We cooked almost every night because the kitchen had everything you need! Fantastic porch hangs and the walk to the beach was easy!!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Location, location, location

My partner and I stayed for two weeks during the heat wave that gripped the East Coast this July. While the two small A/C units struggled to keep the "little house" cool, they were able to do it. We had some truly wonderful days at the beach (a 4 minute walk), and the water was fantastically refreshing. We saw dolphins everyday and my husband caught over 200 fish! (Catch and release except for a few.) You can hear the ocean from the porch, which has an entertaining view of the "circle" park with dogs, runners, families posing for pictures, etc. The kitchen was very well equipped, and we made some truly memorable meals. We recommend the Lobster House to buy fresh seafood and clam chowder. Restaurants: The Organic Eatery (wonderful!) and Louisa's (a classic!) The house is small and from another era... but if you know what you're getting, it's great. The only negative thing was that the humidity made line-drying our towels and bathing suits difficult. However, one trip to the laundromat was not too bad.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Amen

Air conditioning was none existent. Window units didn’t cool down the living room. Beds were disgraceful in terms of comfort. Screened porch and outside shower were spectacular I slept every night on the porch
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Leigh G.

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

A lovely, quiet visit in Cape may point

Overall we enjoyed our stay at the cottage. We are grateful for the screened-in porches and easy access to the beach, especially on hotter days. The kitchen might be small but it is well equipped and has everything needed to actually cook. Cape May Point is the perfect place to experience a quieter side of the Jersey Shore.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Great stay in Birder's Cottage in Cape May Point

My cousin and I rented the Birders Cottage for a week, and really enjoyed the little house, which was adjacent to Pavilion Circle, a nice birding spot in itself. During the week, my niece and a NJ friend joined us. Tho the cottage was small, it was charming and well stocked with essentials, and such unique, and well designed storage areas. The mattress in the blue room was a little hard and bumpy, but I got used to it, and we all had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

John N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just as described

We had a lovely week. The cottage was cozy and vintage. Amenities were as per the listing. A couple of beach access paths were a very short walk. We brought our own linens and towels. We also brought our own bicycles and enjoyed riding in the point and West Cape May. We loved the porches and felt they made all the difference in this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley S.

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

Quaint tiny cottage

Beautiful time. Bring a few Sheer curtains for the porch. Makes it pretty and adds privacy. Kitchen is equipped w everything. Great outside shower . Great all around. Loved it. Will. Be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Wonderful retreat

This property offers a peaceful, beautiful retreat. It is close to the ocean, close to town, many beautiful trails around.. Everything a person needs is there. Owners are kind. All good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie R.

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

View from the Porch!

Cottage was very user friendly! Screened in porches were a delight during this hotter than hot week! Lovely to sit and sip a cool drink while observing a never ending stream of joggers, dog walkers, and couples strolling hand in hand. A little noisy with all of the lawn maintenance occurring all day every day ! Perfect for us - an older couple looking for simplicity!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leigh G.

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

CApe May Point = food for the soul

We very much enjoyed being in CMP in June for the second year in a row. The cottage is full of personality and just a couple blocks to the beach. Thank you! We look forward to the next time!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara A.

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

Blessed in Cape May

Most grateful for the experience. Thank you!! Truly loved the house.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Kim M.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Serenity in Cape May

Great location. Typical tiny shore house. Hasn't been updated in decades. Really needs a deep clean. If I wasn't on vacation, I'd have done it myself. All in all we had a great week. Really appreciated the screened in porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

manda h.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Although we were comfortable and had a pleasant time, we are use to more privacy.

The house could use some repairs and updating, Was nervous about the electrical supply and ceiling. especially when there was a heavy rain.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

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

A homey feeling

This vintage property could not have a better location. Convenient to everything and a beautiful view of the Pavilion gardens and the Cape May Light. In the early morning, I could hear the ocean from the screened in porch and walk to the Cape May Bird Observatory. The premises was definitely vintage and quaint, but clean and the owners were thoughtful in providing for needs and laying things out neatly and clearly. We especially enjoyed the two porches. Overall, a very enjoyable stay. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry G.

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

The "Little House" is small...but Very Beachy!

My wife and I had our best vacation in years. The house may be little but it is fully stocked with anything that you would need. The old adage," location, location, location," definitely applies here. About a block and a half to one of the beaches. Beautiful park across the street. Very tranquil area. We even hung out with the next door neighbors one night using the grill drinking some beer. That little house grows on you real fast. You really had a great time! Thanks Diane!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

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

Beautiful

Beautiful visit
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leigh G.

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

A lovely quiet getaway at the beach

We really enjoyed this tiny house! Everything we needed was there! The kitchen was very well organized. The location was perfect for biking to the beach. We enjoyed going to the lighthouse and the local farm, beach Plum farm, for a few grocery items as well as lunch. The beds were not the most comfortable but after a busy day biking and at the beach sleep was easy regardless! Thanks again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Great place

Great place . Close to both the beaches and great walks as well as town. Quiet, clean, well-kept and has all the necessities to be comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Hannah B., USA/Canada-

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

Perfect Location with Very Responsive Host

This little house looks out a nicely planted pavilion. It was the perfect size for two people. The beds were comfortable and nights very quiet. No linens are provided. Diane the host is terrific.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Diane Michener

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Our grandmother purchased the house in the 1950's and it has passed down through the generations. The photo of us is from 1968 and we have all aged a little. Sadly my grandmothers little car is no more, but we all still love to be at the Point. Relaxing on the porch, enjoying the beach, going in to Cape May to enjoy the restaurants and activities available and taking nature walks.

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