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Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

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-friendly
($100/wk fee for 1 dog, $150/wk for 2 dogs).
* Hosts are very responsive.

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

Book Your Stay Today!

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Property manager

Jim and Patti Walker

Languages

English, French, Japanese

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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

Property is also known as

Mountain House at the Beach! 3 blocks to beach!
Mountain House at the Beach! 3 blocks to beach! Villas

About the neighborhood

Map
Villas, NJ

What's nearby

  • Cape May Winery - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Cape May Terminal - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Historic Cold Spring Village - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Sunset Beach - 15 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Cape May Beach - 17 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Exit Zero Ferry Station - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Castaway Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Harpoons on the Bay - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cape May Brewing Company - ‬6 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.

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.?

Check-out 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 vacation 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 mi (10 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 144 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

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

Much needed family time

The house was the perfect setting for a family vacation. It was spacious and gave opportunity to either gather (which we did the whole time!) Or there are plenty of areas inside and out that you can find your private space. The beach chairs and umbrellas were basically new and in great shape (not rusty) and there were plenty of beach toys for our grand daughter to play with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Shiv S., Philadelphia

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

10/10 Excellent

Edward D.

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

An Amazing Getaway for a Group!

I recently stayed at Shady Arbor with a group of friends (and two dogs), and we had a spectacular time! The place itself is amazing, and ideal for a group of adults and/or families. There is so much space to spread out and relax between meals and trips to the beach. Walkable to a small, private bay beach AND a quick drive to Cape May, it's ideal for a fun time at the shore. Patti and Jim are excellent hosts, as well; check-in and check-out were simple, and were incredibly communicative throughout our stay. I can't say enough nice things about Shady Arbor! Would 100% stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

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

A great late summer getaway

Spent 5 days with my family and our dog. The house was great and shady (a plus). There was enough space for everyone to spread out (when needed). The wrap around porch , with gates was perfect for my dog to walk around and we didn't have to worry about her getting loose. The Gazebo in the back was a nice escape at night to enjoy the outside and not deal with any mosquito's. The house provided enough activities to keep everyone busy including bikes, to ride through the preserve, kayaks and paddle boards to take to the bay, a short walk from the home. Overall we were very pleased with the house and would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Kim & Mo L., Basking Ridge, NJ

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia M.

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

Plenty of room for all

Such a unique property/home. The biggest surprise for me was the outdoor shower! Perfect after a day at the beach. Some of us walked the bay beach morning and night. Mosquitoes were around, but oh, well. It's summer. All ammenities were as described. We experienced a malfunction with the Pack 'n Play. After a phone call to Jim, we had a replacement that day. Should we visit Cape May in the future, we will definitely reserve another stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia F.

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

Charming home for a vacation near Cape May!

We found this to be a unique home close to beach and Cape May attractions (and less than half hour to Ocean City). Our party of 5 adults and 2 children had plenty of room both inside and out. It was well supplied with anything we needed … from soap to kitchen ware to books and games. Personally, as a handicapped individual, I did find the steps challenging but I was able to manage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim H., Brooklyn

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

Great Stay Near Cape May

We had a wonder stay at this property. It was spacious, well furnished and stocked, and comfortable. The owners were very responsive to our questions. We loved the short walk to the bay beach to play in the sand, run with our dog, and watch the sunset. The bay beach isn't good for swimming though with all the horseshoe crabs, but the Cape May beach is a short drive away. The owners provided beach tags and everything we needed to enjoy the beach! Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

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

Summer Vacation 2022

We absolutely loved this property! We had 3 generations of family that came together for our family reunion/vacation and this house was amazing! There was ample room for everyone in our party (4 adults, 4 kids and our dog)! Location was ideal and was an easy walk to the beach! Having come to the Jersey Shore for years with my family in the past, this was a nice change of pace being on the bay side of the beach! Beach was beautiful and the location was ideally located. Not too far from Cape May and Wildwood! I would highly recommend this house, and would absolutely stay again!! Thank you Jim and Patti for opening your house up to us...we hope to rent from you again next summer!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yelena P.

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

Family beach vacation

We absolutely loved staying at this property, the house and the grounds, beautifully maintained and shady; nice to sit in the gazebo or near the fire pit outside. The only downside are the mosquitos at dusk... bring bug spray of sure. There were 6 of us but he house could easily fit more. The location was great, a 5 minute walk to the bay beach where you can relax, swim, kayak and watch peaceful sunsets. If you drive down to the Lost Fisherman's memorial near the Nature center on Delaware Ave, you can also watch the sunrise. The house is a short drive to the ocean beach in Cape May town where parking was relatively easy with the parking app and the house owner included beach tags for us to use so the town beach access was free for 6 of us; a nice bonus. The house also has everything stocked for a comfortable stay (AC, washer/dryer, grill, fire pit, bikes, kayaks, beach chairs/umbrellas). The bike ride along the shore was beautiful and peaceful in the mornings. This was our first time on Cape May but it's probably not our last. Thanks to Jim and Patti. Jim was easily reached when we had questions and helped out with minor things. Overall, 5 stars for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dorothy U.

The house was lovely, perfect for our week.

We had such a lovey time at the house. There was plenty of room for everyone and the items provided were greatly appreciated. We spent alot of time biking on the trails at the preserve. The kids had so much fun kayaking and paddle boarding. The beach was so nice. And my granddaughters loved sleeping in the "tree house"! We enjoyed the fire pit and had s'mores several nights. One comment, I thought the website read towels provided, but when we got there there were no towels. Had to scramble so everyone had bath towels. Thanks again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018