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4500 sq. ft historic victorian fully renovated, 2-3 blocks from downtown/beach!

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
8 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 18

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

1st Floor Front Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2nd Floor Middle Bedroom

1 Single Bed

2nd Floor Queen

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor Rear Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

First Floor Rear Cottage Bedroom

1 King Bed

Top Floor Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Top Floor Triplet Bedroom

3 Double Beds

5 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

1st Floor Powder Room

Toilet

2nd Floor Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

2nd Floor Queen Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

2nd Floor Rear Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Cottage Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Cottage Powder Room

Toilet

Front Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower 1

Outdoor Shower 2

Shower only

Top Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Top Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

4500 sq. ft historic victorian fully renovated, 2-3 blocks from downtown/beach!

The Majestic Star – 705 Columbia Ave

10% of proceeds will go to grade school educational programs for communities impacted by Covid-19 in Rwanda.

Located in the heart of Cape May’s historical district three blocks from town and two blocks from one of the most pristine beaches on the Northeast coast, the Majestic Star is an expansive home perfectly positioned to experience one of the most unique towns in America. The short walk along picturesque Columbia Avenue to the downtown restaurant scene, boutique shops, live music venues and more will take you by some of the best preserved Gothic Revival Victorian architecture in the country built with features modeled after the great churches of Europe. Our home was built in 1870 and past owners include one of the original publishing families in the country, yet the interior has a decidedly modern beach feel. From either the open air porch or glass screened in area watch the horse-drawn carriage tours walk past or take a look across the way at the beautiful Chalfonte Hotel as they host weddings.

Please note our property has just one reserved parking spot, we have unmetered spaces along our street Columbia but during peak days (Fri/Sat May-Sep) additional spaces could be 1-3 blocks away. The good news is with our location close to town and the beach you won’t need your car much! Early check in for weekend stays Sep-May is generally available to help with parking as well.

We provide all bed and bath linens, something we are continually surprised is not standard in Cape May. For the interior, one of our bedrooms is part of a rear attached cottage which is a perfect place for two guests to have a bit more privacy and also their own kitchen. Other interior highlights include a sun room located off our first floor bedroom with its own daybed and reading chair, a large dining room, and a well-stocked board game collection of our favorites. Outside our outdoor grill and fire pit are perfect for summer night cookouts. We look forward to hosting you!

Property manager

Jake Pashelinsky
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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
Please note our high cleaning fee is due to us providing linens (most big houses in Cape May do not and this would normally cost $4-500).

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
This property accepts cash
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cape May

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Cape May Historic District, a neighbourhood in Cape May. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape May Beach and Sunset Beach, while Morey's Piers and Raging Waters Water Park are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Consider Cape May Model Trains and Cape May Market.
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Cape May, NJ

What's nearby

  • Washington Street Mall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cape May Convention Hall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cape May Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sunset Beach - 9 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Poverty Beach - 11 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ugly Mug Bar & Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Out There Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taco Caballito Tequileria - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Mad Batter Restaurant and Bar At The Carroll Villa Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Coffeetyme - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 4500 sq. ft historic victorian fully renovated, 2-3 blocks from downtown/beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 4500 sq. ft historic victorian fully renovated, 2-3 blocks from downtown/beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4500 sq. ft historic victorian fully renovated, 2-3 blocks from downtown/beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 4500 sq. ft historic victorian fully renovated, 2-3 blocks from downtown/beach! located?

This family-friendly Cape May holiday home is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Colonial House, Washington Street Mall and Cape May Beach. Beach Ave and Cape May Rotary Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn V.

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

Amazing house easy 3 min walk to beach

House has all of the old world charm with wonderfully renovated interior, AC works flawlessly, plenty of common space and bathrooms for everyone. Truly my favorite house I’ve ever rented.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele A.

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

Excellent location great house

Enjoyed our stay at the majestic star Close to beach Close to mall Spacious rooms
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward H.

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

All You Need is This Porch in Cape May!

As the saying goes, all you need is a porch in Cape May and this one is one of the best! Having stayed all over Cape May over the last 20 years we were beyond impressed with the hospitality and beauty offered by the team at Majestic Star. Having the linens included was a huge bonus. The house is beautiful, everything was as described. For our large group of different families the bedroom layout was perfect. Of note, there are two rooms (king near front of house on first floor) and second floor king that have attached rooms with either space for a pack and play or an actual twin bed--great set up for families with young ones! Thanks again Jake, we look forward to many more years in the Majestic Star!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dyan C.

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

Great house!

Was the perfect place for our large family to spread out as well as come together!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary G.

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

Magical Reunion

The house and the location are perfect. We spent lots of the time in the living room as it is very comfortable (our weather wasn't great the first few days). The owner is the best host ever- I have rented before from VRBO and Jake surpasses them all the hosts I have. He is very responsive and seems like a great guy. I highly recommend the Majestic Star!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine F.

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

Wonderful week

We had a family vacation consisting of our blended family. We had 12 adults and 7 children and we couldn’t have chosen a better place to be. The house was absolutely perfect. Plenty of room for all of us to spread out. And the amazing porch where we drank our coffee every morning and finished with cocktails every night was the highlight of our week. We were able to walk to the beach where we watched the dolphins all day. And walk to Washington Street Mall to shop, eat & hang. I didn’t move my car all week. The owners were very responsive when needed for a few minor things. This was the best place I’ve ever stayed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken C.

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

Glorious Weekend

I could not have chosen a better location and place for our family to enjoy a magical weekend in Cape May. Close to everything. Would highly recommend it. Looking froward to making a return trip.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

jillian A., Las Vegas

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

Just show up and enjoy!

The location was perfect. The house had both character and modern amenities. The beds were extra comfy and the house was clean. It was filled with everything you would need. Everyone in our party talked about renting it again. Definitely would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie R., Jenkintown, PA

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

Exceptional property!!!

We had a family reunion in this incredible home with age range of 12 to 89 year old family members. Everyone was so impressed by this home. Each room is beautifully decorated and bright. The beds are so comfortable that many of my family members stated they slept better in this home then their own homes. The house was super clean and had everything we needed including shampoo and soaps in bathrooms. We were 2 blocks away from the beach and a few blocks from the main shopping and restaurant area. Our stay was Nov 20th and the weather was so great we managed to have coffee on the front outdoor porch. The large dinning area allowed all of us to have family dinners all together. All of my family left asking to make this home our annual tradition to get together moving forward. Jacob was absolutely amazing in communicating. As soon as I hit send in messaging him, I received a reply and solution within 15-20 min. He accommodated every one of our needs and exceeding all of our expectations. We will sure to be back!!!!!!! Highly recommend this amazing home!!!!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

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

Exceeded all expectations!!!

I can't say enough good things about this gorgeous home!! If I could stay forever, I would! The house is so beautifully and tastefully decorated and so well appointed. It had everything we needed and more for our girls' weekend. The location is central to EVERYTHING. The hosts were so kind and generous and so prompt to respond to all questions. The entire group wanted to write their own rave review since they loved it so much. I fully intend to rent this property again. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Bright, airy house with the friendliest hosts

I can't understate the generosity and helpful nature of the hosts of this beautiful home. The house is even more airy and bright than the pictures reveal, and we had an outdoor dinner in the backyard with our family that we will cherish forever! We highly recommend staying here and making some memories of your own - it won't disappoint!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teresa V., Philadelphia

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

Perfect spot

The property was beautiful and close to the beach and town, truly we made our stay even more special.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jim V.

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

Majestic is a perfect name for this home

We had to quarantine to make this weekend happen but the Majestic Star and it’s owners made this priceless family weekend possible. 4 generations under 1 roof with room to spare and keep everyone safe and entertained. The enclosed porch was perfect for the babies and great grandparents. The cottage was PERFECT for the great grandparents being on the first floor but at the back of the house nice and quiet. It had EVERYTHING you would possibly need and it felt like a home not just a vacation rental. Beautifully renovated with high end appliances in the kitchen, baths, and bedrooms but still so quaint and has a warm old Victorian Cape May feel. Our memories made here will last a lifetime

10/10 Excellent

Kati S.

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

Gorgeous and comfortable home

Our stay here was very special. We loved everything about this Cape May home. We especially enjoyed the porch and the proximity to town. We want to thank the host for being so accommodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maggie M.

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

Location, location, location

Great house in a great spot. The horse and carriages ride by, music from nearby B&B can be heard from the porch, and a short walk to beach, shopping and restaurants. Wonderful family vacation, excellent owners. Recommended.

10/10 Excellent

Diana C.

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

Outstanding experience

The owners were absolutely amazing, they were very accommodating and always quick to respond. The house had everything we needed and more. All appliances, showers, linens, kitchenware, and bedrooms were beyond my expectations. It was very clean, roomy and comfortable. The location was absolutely perfect, few blocks from the beach, restaurants and shopping. I have rented homes in the past, but was blown away by the hospitality and courtesy of Amanda and Jacob. Thank you again for everything you provided for us and for an amazing stay. We definitely plan on coming back.

10/10 Excellent

donna h.

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

Family reunion in July

We are experienced and picky beach renters and we absolutely loved this house! The location is spectacular and the owners are wonderful and thoughtful. It’s beautifully redone (looks way nicer in person than even the pictures!) and fits a crowd comfortably. We cooked dinner for 15 easily and kitchen(s) and dining room works great. The furnishings in all rooms are really nice. Backyard is big and you can store bikes and all beach stuff easily. Outdoor showers are big plus too. Fabulous rental and will definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Jake Pashelinsky

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My wife's family has been coming down to Cape May for over 60 years and it has been our escape from the city every weekend from May to October since we met. It has been a dream of ours to enter the hospitality business and we couldn't be more excited to start. We are looking for guests who want to come year after year and would very much like feedback on your experience!

Why they chose this property

Columbia Ave is our absolute favorite block in Cape May. It has a unique stretch of old beautiful homes and a lively energy on the weekends with the horse drawn carriages and nearby weddings. With our house you get the best of both worlds in a charming old house but with lot's of recent interior renovation work. The location is just a short walk from nearly everywhere you will want to go in Cape May, can leave the car keys in the house.

What makes this property unique

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests