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Beautiful Vacation Home, WALK to everything, pet friendly, historic district

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A white house with a porch, an American flag, and a bicycle.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, and a dining table with chairs.
A horse-drawn carriage in front of a white house with a green awning and a porch.
An outdoor dining area with a table set for four, surrounded by chairs, a grill, and potted plants.
A kitchen with a gas stove, a coffee maker, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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

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About the area

Cape May

At this guesthouse you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Washington Street Mall and Cape May Beach. Highlights at this beach guest house include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .This pet-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Cape May Historic District guest house include Sunset Beach and Wildwood Boardwalk.
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What's nearby

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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Caballito Tequileria - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ugly Mug Bar & Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Delaney's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Carney's On The Beach - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪A Ca Mia - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Beautiful Vacation Home, WALK to everything, pet friendly, historic district

An original Cape May vacation home in the heart of the Cape May's victorian district, tucked away on Hughes St., on Cape May's oldest residential street.

You'll be walking distance to everything that makes Cape May special including:
• Cape May's world class beaches
• Town center shopping
• South Jersey's top restaurants

The Longfellow House makes for the perfect family and friends vacation, family reunion, weekend getaway, or corporate retreat. And we're pet friendly! The only guest house of our size in the victorian district that allows fury family members.

In our family since 1851, this historic vacation home combines old world Cape May charm with modern comfort and amenities, and soul calming privacy, so your family can enjoy a truly unique Cape May experience together.

Key House Features:

— Absolute perfect location
— Central to the historic district, beaches, shopping & restaurants
— Private, quite neighborhood on one way street
— Bright, charming accommodations with plenty of room
— Sleeps up to 16
— AC in all bedrooms and ceiling fans throughout house
— Newly full AC (mini-split) coverage on the first floor of main house
— 2 Car Private Parking
— Hi speed wireless internet
— Kid friendly
— Dog friendly, cats too! (additional fee)
— Front and back yards (helps for kids & pets)
— Optional 1st floor apartment suite for elderly parents or guests with special needs (additional fee)

Additional benefits:

— Separate living & family rooms
— Front porch west facing (sun setting), with classic rocking chairs overlooking the Hughes Street
— From porch you'll watch horse and carriage tours clip clop up historic Hughes St.
— Private rear deck with cantina style lights, large picnic table, adirondack chairs, canvas umbrella, gas grill and direct connection to the kitchen
— WIFI hi-speed internet access
— Family room features 60 inch HD Smart TV, DVDs, and HDMI connections for Xbox
— Smart TV & Xfinity entertainment setup
— 7 Minisplit units covering 1st floor, 2nd floor and back apartment suite
— Ceiling fans through house
— Outdoor “after beach" shower

Extra Beach Goodies included (for summer rentals):
— 5 complimentary commercial beach tags
— Complimentary Beach Box with secure lock on the beach (you can leave your items there during your stay so you don't have to carry every day)
— Beach Chairs stocked in beach box. We leave chairs at the house for non-summer rentals

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Books
  • Video library

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden

More

  • Note from host: No smoking allowed inside house or on property.
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Guests must put out on street Trash and Recycle bins Monday evening, for Tuesday pickup.

Furniture: Do not move in the house or on the decks to different locations.

Cable TV: If tenant reconfigures any TV or cable box, to work with their digital device, everything must be returned to original settings & operation.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Limits on pet size + breed. Owner will confirm.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: We're family friendly, so kids are included!

Events

No events allowed

We're not set up to accommodate large gatherings.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking allowed inside house or on property.

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
Note from host: We're not set up to accommodate large gatherings.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: We're not set up to accommodate large gatherings. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Family Vacation Home Historic District Walk to Everything!

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Beautiful Vacation Home, WALK to everything, pet friendly, historic district?

Yep, Beautiful Vacation Home, WALK to everything, pet friendly, historic district is a short 9-minute walk from Cape May Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, waterskiing and windsurfing. You can also find motor boats.

Does Beautiful Vacation Home, WALK to everything, pet friendly, historic district have a pool?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Beautiful Vacation Home, WALK to everything, pet friendly, historic district?

No, Beautiful Vacation Home, WALK to everything, pet friendly, historic district does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Beautiful Vacation Home, WALK to everything, pet friendly, historic district?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 9:30 AM.

Beautiful Vacation Home, WALK to everything, pet friendly, historic district Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a large group. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sindy L.

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

Historic Cape May

Perfect location, walkable to beach, restaurants, shops; great communication with host; great beach amenities (tags and chairs)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

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

Great stay!

This was our second time staying at the Longfellow house! It is a great house with a lot of character. Michael and Alix responded quickly. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marianne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Longfellow House was clean, comfortable and spacious. The kitchen was well stocked and the beds were comfortable. The air conditioning worked well. The check in process was simple. The home is close to the beach and Washington St. It's a wonderful place for a family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house! The living room area is bigger than it looks in pictures. Kitchen was large, clean, and well-stocked. It was nice to be able to walk everywhere. Host offered helpful tips and suggestions for stay and was easy to contact.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

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

Beautiful home in a great location

Wonderful home that had everything we needed for a family get away! Michael was prompt on all aspects of booking and gave us great information on things to do in Cape May. Went above and beyond to ensure we had a fun stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

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

A great stay!

We had four generations under one roof! I was extremely impressed by the walk-ability of Cape May. Our stay at the Longfellow House was fantastic and our hosts made sure we were taken care of! Would happily recommend to everyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brendan L.

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

Long Weekend Bliss

Can’t beat walking to town and the beach! Even with a little rain we enjoyed the lovely covered porch on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin H.

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

Lovely Birthday Weekend Getaway

This was the first time staying at the Longfellow property. First, the location is AMAZING!! We also loved how the family showcased the house's history throughout - you can feel the love throughout. Michael and Alix were incredible and accommodating, making our stay seamless and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the ideal house for us! Everything was perfect with this charming historic home. From the new kitchen to the gracious front porch with rocking chairs, the house couldn’t have been more perfect. Everyone was able to relax and greatly enjoy our time together. Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin D.

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

Wonderful home in a perfect location!

We had the best time staying at the Longfellow house! The history of the house was so charming, and the house was large and spacious! The back deck and front porch are perfect places for morning coffees, and downtown area is a short walk down the street. Michae was a wonderful and communicative host, and we highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diana P.

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

Amazing location, awesome house!

We were a group of 8 adults with 2 dogs from out of state. The host Michael was so accommodating from start to finish with the booking and recommendations on the area. The house was beautiful, perfect location close to beach and shopping area. Just amazing experience with family in a welcoming historic house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Virginia K.

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

Lovely vacation week

My family has been coming to Cape May for many decades and this was a perfect location and size for us. The first floor suite was perfect for those not wanting to use the stairs and the amenities were super. Being a veterinarian myself, I love that it is pet friendly as these rentals can be harder to find. The communication with and kindness of our host was top notch. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

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

Perfect Location

The home was wonderful. Great location - we walked everywhere. Cute street with beautiful Victorian homes. Home had everything we needed. Michael was very easy to work with and provided a lot of good information on Cape May.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William R.

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

Beautiful

We rent as a family every year in September. This was one of our best stays. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

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

Janet's 80th Birthday Celebration

For this occasion, we wanted a place where we could feel at home - definitely fit the bill. Plenty of 'family' space with individual bedrooms for privacy. Location was superb - quiet residential street, free street parking, close to the Mall and the beach. We really enjoyed our 'porch' time. Michael and Alix, the owners, were most responsive and beyond accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra F.

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

Loved our stay!

This is a beautiful, historic home in Cape May. My family stayed for a week and loved every second. We had plenty of space for sleeping, eating, and hanging out. It was very helpful being in walking distance to the beach, shopping, Acme, and other activities. The owners were very friendly and easy to get in touch with. I would definitely suggest this property to others!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelby N.

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

Beautiful home

We had an amazing time celebrating our bride to be with 14 girls! There was plenty of room for everyone, very comfortable. The location was perfect, walking distance to all the things we had planned. Seemed like a very safe area! The owners were very helpful and communicative. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill N.

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

Bill

Great week in Cape May
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ally A.

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

Great vacation!

Our family loved our stay at The Longfellow House! We rented the house as well as the extra suite, which was great! The location is wonderful and the street is very quiet with very little traffic. Michael and Alix could not have been more accommodating and detail oriented. We really appreciated the beach tags and the beach box!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

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

Family Reunion in Paradise

This home is spectacular! Beautiful details; lots of wonderful rooms with plenty of space for family to sleep comfortably. We had a lovely welcome package waiting for us when we arrived and lots of helpful communication from the owners throughout. I look forward to coming back next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tara M.

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

School Break

Easy process. Lovely old home.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

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

Longfellow House

This could not have been a more lovely stay. Home was absolutely charming on a fabulous Cape May street. Owners were extremely thoughtful. Home had everything you could possibly want. A real treasure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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

Multi family vacation

Great location and charming Cape May house. Michael was great to work with texting to let us know we could get in early and provided great suggestions on how to get the most out of our Cape May vacation. The house is fully stocked and full of history. Linen service was convenient and easy to use and house beach tags were greatly appreciated . A great stay !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caroline B.

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

Another Great Year

This our 3rd year at Longfellow House and it was, as always, a fantastic place to settle in for the weekend. The house is cozy and comfortable. The lovely weather made for some nice calm times on the porch and a good place to rest after all the shopping! Can’t wait til next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

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