Title: Lafayette Cottage in the Heart of Cape May Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=58075339&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Lafayette Cottage in the Heart of Cape May ## Photo gallery for Lafayette Cottage in the Heart of Cape May ![Exterior detail - Lafayette Cottage in the Heart of Cape May (Cape May)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58080000/58075400/58075339/266a78e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Lafayette Cottage in the Heart of Cape May (Cape May)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58080000/58075400/58075339/06779d9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, free WiFi - Lafayette Cottage in the Heart of Cape May (Cape May)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58080000/58075400/58075339/b433ffa5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Lafayette Cottage in the Heart of Cape May (Cape May)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58080000/58075400/58075339/w1277h853x3y0-5443dcbd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Lafayette Cottage in the Heart of Cape May (Cape May)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58080000/58075400/58075339/3c53595c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Cape May in this beautifully restored 1800 whaler's cottage, now a perfect haven for couples or family gatherings. Stroll to the beach, explore Washington Street pedestrian mall with its shops and restaurants, and unwind in the gorgeously tiled bathrooms or chef kitchen. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Lafayette Cottage in the Heart of Cape May Just listed, completely renovated 5-bedroom 1800 whaler's cottage. Expert restoration carpentry with modern amenities makes for a perfect getaway for one or two couples or extended family gathering. Gorgeous tiled bathrooms with walk-in showers. Gorgeous open chef kitchen fully appointed. Beautifully decorated comfortable furnishings with historical Cape May antiques mixed with new comforts. This is the perfect Cape May getaway. Short walk to beach, the Washington Street pedestrian mall, shopping, restaurant, and historical sites. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bidet - Outdoor shower - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Dryer - Laundry facilities ### Work spaces - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In the city centre ### 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) - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 Lafayette Cottage in the Heart of Cape May Cape May Lafayette Cottage in the Heart of Cape May Private vacation home ## About the area Located in Cape May, this holiday home is in the city centre and 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 Wildwood Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Wildwood Crest Tennis Center or Stone Harbor Tennis Center - 96th St. [Visit our Cape May travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-May.dx10465) [View more Holiday homes in Cape May](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cape-May-Private-Holiday-Homes.d10465-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=38.940365,-74.91211&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:klulFtgfhM%3FS%3FS%40U%3FS%40Q%3FS%40S%40SBU%40S%40SBSBQBS%40SBSDQBSDSBQDQDSDQDQDQFQDSFQDOFQFQFOHQFQFOHOHOFOHOHOHMHOJOHKJOHMJMJMJMJKJKJMJKJKLKJILKLIJILKLILIJGLINGLGLGLGNGLELENELENGLENCLCNCNELANCNANCNALANAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40N%3FN%40L%40N%40NBN%40NBL%40NDNBLBNBNDLFLDNDLDNDLFLFLFNFLFLHLFJHLHLJLHJHLJJJLHJJLJJLHJJJLLHLJLHLJNHJJNHNHLHNHNHNFNHPFLFPHPFNFPFPDNFPFRDPDPDPFPBRDPDPBRBRDPBRBR%40RBRBP%40RBT%40R%40R%40R%3FR%40P%40R%3FT%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FRARAR%3FRARARARCTARCPCRARCPCREPCRCREPERCRGPEPEPEPGPGPEPGPGNGPIPGNGNINGPILIPILININKLILKNILKLIJMLKJILKJMJKLMHKJMHKJMHMHMJKFMHMFMHOFMFMDMFOFMDODMDMDODODMBOBODM%40OBO%40OBO%3FMBO%40O%3FO%3FM%3FO%40OAO%3FO%3FO%3FOAMCO%3FOCOAOCMAOEOCMCOEMEOEMEOEMEMGOGMEMGMGOIMGKIMGMKMIKIMKMIKIMKKMKKKKKMKKKMKKKMIMKOIMKMIOIOIMIQGMIQIMGQGOIQGQGOGQEQGQEQGQEQEQEQESESCQESCSEQCSAQCSCSCQASASCUASAS%3FSAS%3FSAS%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3S2LkcPbVXZgp_y7fg4E23yYG2o=) Cape May, NJ ### What's nearby - ![Emlen Physick Estate](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079801/d68b3147-22a6-47fa-8fe5-d17e710bff11.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Emlen Physick Estate 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - ![BMDTMG Cape May Lighthouse, Cape May, New Jersey, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6295649/53d58580-84b5-4431-bb77-ec87f0de80ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Washington Street Mall which includes a small town or village and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6267285/d3bf085a-c72a-4197-ba0d-85f5731b6a7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Washington Street Mall 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - ![Cape May, New Jersey](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976193490/24e4f2fe-fbbd-47e6-9f21-2fefcd07d2f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cape May Beach 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - ![CPF3R8 The side of the new Cape May Convention Center, Cape May, New Jersey, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6295606/c618bbd1-6a2c-4ca3-bac1-b6af1633a646.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cape May Convention Hall 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles ### Getting around - Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) 24 min drive ### Restaurants - Wawa 14 min walk - C-View Inn 12 min walk - Ugly Mug Bar & Restaurant 13 min walk - Elaine's Bar 12 min walk - Cape May Peanut Butter Co. 14 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lafayette Cottage in the Heart of Cape May pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Lafayette Cottage in the Heart of Cape May? ### What time is check-in at Lafayette Cottage in the Heart of Cape May? ### What time is check-out at Lafayette Cottage in the Heart of Cape May? ### Where is Lafayette Cottage in the Heart of Cape May located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lafayette Cottage in the Heart of Cape May Reviews ## Reviews ### 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura M. 8 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a fantastic stay in Cape May. The home was just as charming as described. Excellent location, perfect for exploring Cape May. ##### Laura M. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher M. 16 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Summer 2023 Very clean upon arrival. Great location for walking to town and beach. Lafayette was pretty busy with traffic the entire stay. The street noise was not a problem inside the house. Barbara, the property manager/contact was very responsive with a number of questions we had leading up to the stay. ##### Christopher M. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### stephanie l. 14 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great location to attend a graduation at the Coast Guard training camp at Cape May. Great set up with everything you need in the kitchen as well as multiple bathrooms. Linens were clean. There was plenty of towels and host very responsive to questions. ##### stephanie l. 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