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New custom home in the heart of Cape May

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

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Cape May, NJ
  • Popular LocationWashington Street Mall3 min walk
  • Popular LocationCape May Beach5 min walk
  • Popular LocationCape May Convention Hall12 min walk
  • AirportAtlantic City, NJ (ACY-Atlantic City Intl.)52 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

New custom home in the heart of Cape May

2020 Updates - S p a c e and Design become very important when choosing a vacation property!

With all the social distancing changes at the beach this year, it is so important not only to choose a property that is safe and clean, but to choose a property that you really want to stay and hang out in. The Zephyr House is a perfect choice. Lots of open space - new places to chill - indoors and out. You wont miss the crowds at all while relaxing at the Zephyr House.

Enjoy the rustic modern architecture and the delightfully private and peaceful location just blocks from the shore.
The interior’s open floor plan, soaring ceilings and stocked kitchen all combine for a perfect seaside getaway.


4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home sleeps 14.
On site parking for 3 cars.

This home is centrally located and just blocks from the Atlantic and downtown. Designed and built by an architect and his family including 2 small girls, they created a family friendly take on Cape May’s charming buildings. The home uses many salvaged pieces to create a custom blend of vintage and modern beach style. The Victorian silhouette and many large windows allows the interior to be bathed in light and glorious sea breezes while being nestled within the trees. The interior’s open floor plan, soaring ceilings and stocked kitchen allows for great entertaining. The home is located at the end of a dead-end street providing privacy while still being in the heart of the action.




The main living area has salvaged wood beam ceilings, reclaimed 400 year old hemlock hardwood floors throughout. The open industrial style floor plan is spacious and welcoming and includes the well equipped kitchen and dining area that seats ten, a breakfast bar, as well as a kitchen island. The living area opens up to a large outdoor deck perfect for dining and lounging.

There are three bedrooms on the first floor. The master has a king bed. The back bedroom has a queen bed and a twin daybed with trundle. The bunk room has a set of 2 bunk beds perfect for the kids with room for a total of twelve guests, including the queen, pull-out couch.

Outside there is a large deck, a BBQ and an outdoor rain shower for cooling off after a day at the beach. The front porch is perfect for morning coffee. New this year, there is an additional patio lounge space right next to the native plant rain garden. The house is raised above ground providing parking for 3 cars along with plenty of storage for beach items and bikes. The grounds and rain garden are planted with native plants to attract birds and butterflies. There is a front vegetable and herb garden to help brighten up your summer salads and mojitos as well.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Wifi, HBO, Record Player, Bluetooth speaker, 13!! Bicycles for adults and kids of all ages. Some beach supplies provided. Laundry facilities, well equipped kitchen.

Property manager

Holly

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Bicycle on site
  • Power boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Cape May

Located in Cape May, this vacation 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 Splash Zone Water Park are not to be missed. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Washington Street Mall - 3 min walk
  • Cape May Beach - 5 min walk
  • Poverty Beach - 5 min walk
  • Cape May Convention Hall - 12 min walk
  • Sunset Beach - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ugly Mug Bar & Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Delaney's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Uncle Bill's Pancake House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Rusty Nail - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Out There Coffee - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is New custom home in the heart of Cape May pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at New custom home in the heart of Cape May?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at New custom home in the heart of Cape May?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is New custom home in the heart of Cape May located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Washington Street Mall and Cape May Beach. Cape May Stage and Cape May Market are also within 10 minutes.

New custom home in the heart of Cape May Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews" "
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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leslie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
We had a wonderful week down in Cape May at this house. It’s a nice quiet street where the kids can play outside and you don’t have to worry about cars. Perfect location to shops/restaurants and beach. My 4 year old walked the whole way to and from the beach with no problem. The bikes were great for my niece and nephews to ride when they got bored with the family😂 my husband and I rode the bikes every morning to Madison’s bakery for donuts for the kids. They had chairs and a beach wagon for lugging your stuff to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Barbara W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun in Cape May
The upside down layout of this home was interesting and overall took some time to get used to. The location is easy walking distance to the beach and shops. We always enjoy our stay in Cape May and this year added to our family’s memories of sandy toes and salty kisses.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location!
The house was beautiful and super close to everything - beach, pedestrian mall, Acme grocery. We parked our cars and didn’t move them all week, just walked everywhere! Loved the layout of the house. Some chipped dishes and a few stains on blankets but nbd. There was some construction on a couple of houses next door which was noisy, and a very loud generator (??) building across the street, but mostly we were out and about so it was fine. Really only cared during morning coffee on the porch. Overall, five stars because the great things were great and the minor annoyances were very minor. Thanks so much for having us, Holly!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Trip to Cape May
Our second year staying at Holly’s place and just as delightful as the first! Amazing location and wonderful house as described. We park the car and don’t use it again till it’s time to go home. Always a pleasure to speak with Holly as well!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House
Very nice house. Great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer Family Vacation
We had another wonderful vacation in Cape May. Thank you for sharing your house with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Deborah S.

Convenient location, spacious kitchen/LR/deck. Some dirt/safety issues
The house is spacious for 10 people. Good location, close to the mall, local shops and the beach. There are 2.5 baths plus shower under house - listing says 4 bathrooms. Overall the house was clean on the surface but it could definitely use a deep cleaning. Several of the dishes, pots, strainers etc. were grimy. There is a bathroom fan that doesn’t have a cover on it. Out of reach for little kids but unsightly. Some lights don’t turn on. When we ran our first load, the dishwasher was malfunctioning. The host could not arrange repair until our departure which was a big imposition for our large family attempting to cook for 10. The only bathtub in the house cannot be filled (stopper broken). This was tough with our younger children who don’t shower. There was black mold around A/C vents in 2 bedrooms. One of our kids had an allergic reaction after a few days - perhaps because of this. The kids room (with two sets of bunk beds) is well used and has a grimy play mat “rug” in it. We are not super clean people ourselves but this room was dingy. Our daughter found 2 pacifiers in the bunk bed. One lower bunk is actually a futon that doesn’t fit the bed frame well. Very uncomfortable to sleep on with what feels like a board raised up in the middle of your back. There is no way to put a baby gate at the top of the steps from the main living area down to the first floor. I would say this house is not friendly to mobile babies until about 6 years old. Bring your own paper goods. They said they would provide TP and basic soaps. There were 2.5 rolls of TP for 7 days with 10 people and not enough hand soaps. There isn’t a pantry or any cabinets to store food. Tricky with a lot of people in the house and little ones around. The loft is much nicer that the photos suggest. It’s a cozy space for reading, puzzles and hanging out. Parents with young kids; the only access to the loft space is metal alternating steps (witches stairs). The edges are left raw which is rather precarious for adults and very dangerous for young kids. We fit a bassinet in the “king” room. Pack and Play might not fit. The loft is for early risers only as there are no curtains on two of the four large windows. Several of the smaller bikes are unusable with black mold and flat tires. The outdoor hammock and downstairs cushions are dirty/moldy, and the tall plantings plus the standing water from the under-house shower seemed to be attracting mosquitoes.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Great house in a great location
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay!
This property was the perfect spot for out beach getaway. Thank you for the wonderful accommodations!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend
We loved the house and great location. The house was very clean and plenty of room!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Accurate property description and well maintained.
This is an excellent house for a cape cod getaway. Lower level has three bed rooms: one queen, one king, and one kids room with bunks. The house is well maintained, well cared for, and lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angell W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Zephyr House ~Cape May, NJ
We had an awesome time! House was centrally located. Easy access to everything. House had everything we needed and enjoyed by all!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
We had another great stay in Cape May. The owner goes above and beyond to make sure your visit is wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Zephyr house is beautiful!
Beautiful property, great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

al g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gear stay enjoyed everything. The property was very nice.
We had a great time and enjoyed are stay.

10/10 Excellent

Jenna T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bachelorette Weekend
9 of us stayed here for a bachelorette weekend in Cape May and had the best time! We were thoroughly impressed with the house and thought it was even better than advertised. It was in the perfect location and we were able to walk to the beach/bars/restaurants and didn't have to use our cars for the duration of our stay. Holly was VERY responsive leading up to the trip and answered all of my questions. Check-in was super easy with a keypad so no one had to worry about losing keys. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Twyla T.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Spacious house, great location but not CLEAN
For spring break, my family of four joined another family of four for our first getaway since the pandemic. We selected the home because it advertised as a newly renovated property. For the most part, the home looked like the pictures but it didn’t take long for us to notice the lack of cleanliness. It was in major need of a deep cleaning in the kitchen and bathrooms. Sited food debris, mold (smelled), dust, cob webs and stickiness. We obviously didn’t let this ruin our children’s vacation but we were extremely uncomfortable and unable to relax. I’d also add that it’s not the best home for small children safety wise. This location charges a cleaning fee and BYOL. I’d suggest the owner does a very deep cleaning before renting again. The owner was very responsive and refunded the cleaning fee once we sent concerning photos.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rental
The house is beautiful and in a great location.

10/10 Excellent

Shannon G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, great stay.
House was great - spacious, clean, well equipped - and the owner Holly was terrific to work with. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matthew T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and great location!
We had a terrific vacation! Quick walks to the beach and main streets in town. Great modern house. The owner was extremely responsive and helpful. Will book again!

10/10 Excellent

Marta M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cape May adventure
The property is in a great area, prime location. Holly is a great host, easy communication. House is spacious and comfortable for large group. Recommend this property.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rafael R.

Great and convenient!
The property has great amenities, like bicycles and outside shower. Very close to the beach and the shops. We stayed with little kids and the open floor plan was perfect for us. We will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Joan M., Succasunna, nj

Amazing!!!
Absolutely gorgeous house! The location is perfect, quick walk to the beach, shopping, and restaraunts. The house is well equipped and comfortable for a group. Bedrooms are comfortable and roomy, living area is set up perfectly to enjoy a meal, game, or just hanging out. I wish I could give it more then 5 stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017