[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Congress Cottage presented by Homestead Real Estate Vacation home with kitchen, a short walk to Washington Street Mall ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42370000/42367500/42367403/114f1d1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42370000/42367500/42367403/ec7972d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42370000/42367500/42367403/w700h464x0y4-665afee3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42370000/42367500/42367403/w697h464x3y4-22022b97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42370000/42367500/42367403/w700h464x0y4-9f9ea94c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Washington Street Mall and Cape May Beach, The Congress Cottage presented by Homestead Real Estate provides amenities like laundry facilities. Guests can connect to WiFi in public areas. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 71300 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Congress Cottage presented by Homestead Real Estate Walk to Everything! Charming Cape May Cottage Steps from West Cape May's Best Shops, Eats & BeachesLooking for the perfect Cape May escape where you can park the car and forget about it This beautifully appointed three bedroom shore cottage is ideally located just steps from the heart of West Cape May and a short walk to Cape May’s beaches, vibrant downtown, and historic sights. It’s the kind of place where you can wake up, wander to the local bakery for coffee and croissants, pick up fresh fish on Perry Street for dinner, and cap off the day with a sunset bike ride to the iconic Cape May Lighthouse or Sunset Beach all without ever needing to drive.Inside, the home blends classic Victorian charm with modern luxury, offering an open and airy layout that’s perfect for families, couples, or friends traveling together. The living area flows into a fully stocked gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a spacious eat in bar, and easy access to the private back deck perfect for morning coffee or evening BBQs.The home features two private master suites:One with a queen bed and convenient half bathAnother with a queen bed, full ensuite bath with walk-in shower, walk in closet, and private access to the deckThe third bedroom is ideal for kids or extra guests, with a twin over full pyramid bunk and its own private deck. The hall bathroom features a beautiful Victorian style pedestal tub perfect for a relaxing soak after a day at the beach.Amenities include:✓ Central air & ceiling fans in every room✓ Flat-screen TVs & WiFi✓ Two off street parking spaces✓ Outdoor shower with hot/cold water & changing room✓ Full size washer & dryerFrom here, it’s an easy walk to West Cape May’s local restaurants, wine bars, and artisan shops. Head to the West End Garage for a fun shopping spree, or explore Cape May’s charming downtown just a few blocks away. Whether you’re planning a family beach week, a couple’s retreat, or a group getaway, this home is your perfect launchpad to everything Cape May has to offer beach, food, fun, and relaxation. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 1,300 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33510000/33503800/33503758/110ddbe5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Condo steps to the beach. 3 BR, 2 BA, Reserved parking and Outdoor Shower. 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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 Vrbo Property The Congress Cottage presented by Homestead Real Estate Cape May 859276 ## About the area Cape May is home to this vacation home. 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 Raging Waters Water Park are not to be missed. [Visit our Cape May travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-May.dx10465) [View more Vacation homes in Cape May](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-May-Private-Vacation-Homes.d10465-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C38.93385%2C-74.92928&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=hdv5ZEteTQsCp6ROBKJ7S-NK8Ho=) Cape May, NJ ### What's nearby - Cape May Market - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Cape May Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Washington Street Mall - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Cape May Convention Hall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Sunset Beach - 6 min drive - 4.6 km ### Getting around - Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) - 11 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Congress Hall - ‬7 min walk - ‪Rusty Nail Bar And Grill - ‬10 min walk - ‪The Blue Pig Tavern - ‬8 min walk - ‪Delaney's - ‬8 min walk - ‪Elaine's Bar - ‬9 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Congress Cottage presented by Homestead Real Estate pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Congress Cottage presented by Homestead Real Estate? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Congress Cottage presented by Homestead Real Estate? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Congress Cottage presented by Homestead Real Estate located? > Situated in Cape May, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Cape May Market, Washington Street Mall, and Cape May Beach. Cape May Artists’ Cooperative and Cape May Stage are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Congress Cottage presented by Homestead Real Estate Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 13 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### erin m. Dec 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent location Walking distance to everything. The house had a great layout. Amazing yard. ##### erin m. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christina C. Mar 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Delightful spring weekend The house was exactly as pictured, clean, and in a great location. Easy walk to the beach and shopping/dining area. Ideal for 4-6 people - more might be a bit crowded. ##### Christina C. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsay S. Aug 27, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location A short walk to the beach or to the mall was ideal. Two parking spots was also very helpful and there’s a beautiful weeping willow tree in the backyard! ##### Lindsay S. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### vincent G. Aug 22, 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house. Great house and location. Everything was great, only problem was tiny ants in bath and kitchen. ##### vincent G. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim E. Mar 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cape May Property Feedback Great property, well maintained, rooms laid out well, plenty of bathrooms! Short walk to boardwalk and mall. I would stay here again readily! Just don’t care for $150 VRBO FEE. ##### Kim E. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Irene W. Apr 15, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful experience for all! Home was perfect for us and our son's young family with two children (5 and 2). Super clean, great gated deck and backyard with all amenities needed. Fantastic location for walks into Cape May and local restaurants, bike rides, and close to activities such as Cape May zoo, wineries, aviation museum. Would definitely go back again. ##### Irene W. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maeve K. Dec 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Maeve K. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annette R. Dec 7, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Completely satisfied The house was perfect and location was great. Everyone that I spoke to were extremely helpful. Linen service was such a help with having to bring so much down for my sons wedding. Only issue was not enough trash / recycle cans so we did the best we could. ##### Annette R. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gerry C. Oct 15, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice central location. The property is spacious and centraly located. With the beach and downtown within walking distance. ##### Gerry C. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen R. Jun 22, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location. Awesome place and pretty well stocked. The only thing was there was a bad modem and our WiFi wasn’t connected until day 5. ##### Karen R. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynn B. May 18, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Needed a change of scenery Great house, good location ##### Lynn B. Stayed 7 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elyse T. Apr 22, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun Bach Bash Perfect location and walking distance to shops and beach! Fun for a low key bachelorette bash!! We give the trip a 10/10! ##### Elyse T. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin B. Dec 24, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice. Very nice. ##### Kevin B. ### 8/10 Good #### Lynn B. Oct 15, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Get away The property was great and the weather cooperated so it was a good week ##### Lynn B. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy K. Dec 24, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### weekend in Cape May perfect location ##### Kathy K. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019