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Gingerbread House
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  • Inn Details

    Built in 1869, the Gingerbread House is one of the eight Stockton Row Cottages situated in the historic District that has been meticulously and elegantly restored. This charming Victorian house is loaded with gingerbread woodwork, incorporating the innkeeper's talents and craftsmanship. His creations include the double entrance doors of teakwood with beveled glass and upgraded bathrooms of teakwood and corian counters. Victorian furnishings, lace curtains, period wallpapers, original Cape May watercolors by Fred's mother, award-winning photographs and classical music provide a lovely atmosphere with friendly service and attention to detail. Breakfast, afternoon tea, beach tags, fireplace, private and share bathrooms and wicker-filled guest veranda. = Block from the beach and walking distance to restaurants and shopping.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Very talented innkeepers-woodworking, metal work, photography, gardening, birding, fishing, biking

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Antiques/decor

    • Excellent views

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Ceiling fans

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Board games

    • In-room internet<br />

    • Fax Machine

    • Fireplace

    • Telephone

    Other Amenities:

    • beach towels

    • Hallway Refrigerator, beach chairs

    • 300' from the beach, 2 blocks from shopping, historical attractions, & restaurants

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    Nightly Rate

    $105 - $330

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: Noon-9 pm    Check out: 10:00am

    • Minimum stay: Weekends & Holidays

    • Deposit amount required: 50% of entire stay

    • Cancellations: Weekends, non-refundable. Mid-week refundable if entire reservations can be re-booked, less $30 handling fee

    • Open all year round: N

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Yes

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: Over 5 and well-behaved

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • Length of Stay
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 7

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8:30am-10:00am

    • Serving location: Dining Room

    Complimentary Perks

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Signature Dish

    Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
    Very light lemon flavored pancakes served with a homemade blueberry sauce or maple syrup. Additionally, there is homemade granola cearel,yogurts, plenty of fresh juice, coffee and tea, homemade coffee cake, muffins or cinnamon buns and fresh fruit

    Special meal options

    Recipes

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Ricotta Square Coffeecake
    Serves: 12
    Prep time: 25 min.

    Dessert

    Butter Finger Bars
    Serves: 0
    Prep time: 20 min.

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  • Location Type

    • 1/2 block from the beach

    • 2 blocks from shopping, restuarants & attractions

    • Beachside

    • Oceanside

    • Small town

    City

    • Atlantic City

    • Distance to city: 45 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From Garden State Parkway - follow Rt. 109 South to Madison Ave - turn left - go to Beachfront - turn right - go to Gurney St. - turn right.

    Airport

    • Philadelphia, PA (PHL) 85 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Upon leaving the airport, take I95 North to the exit for the Walt Whitman Bridge. Cross the bridge, then Atlantic City expressway until exit 7s. Follow the Garden State Parkway south to exit 0. Follow the road into Cape May to Madison Ave., turn left. Turn right onto Columbia Ave until you reach Gurney St - turn left. Third house on the right.

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • Cape May Bird Observatory

    • Various Bird Walks

    • Historic House Tours

    • Ocean Sports

    • Cape May Pt. Lighthouse

    • Hiking Trails

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Zoo

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Kayaking

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Tennis courts

    • Video Arcade

    • Water sports

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    Great Holiday Getaway

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Joan and Fred are the best inn-keepers we've ever had - and we've had a lot. We take two getaway weekends a year and seldom stay at the same place twice. But we'll definitely go back to the Gingerbread House in Cape May NJ!

    Sweet and Cozy B & B

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    Very impressed with the facility -- nicely rennovated and very tastefully decorated. However, there is no parking and it was pricey.

    Great Stay despite a hurricane

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    My gifrlfirend and I spent a few days at the Gingerbread House right before Cape May was evacuated for Hurricane Irene. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would certainly return! Joan & Fred's hospitality begins when we booked the room. Joan gave my girlfriend thoughtful recommendations for travel and restaurant choices. When we arrived, we were struck by how charming the inn is, from its airy front porch overlooking a small scented garden; to the lovely and immaculately restored parlor with its jars of homemade snacks; to our light-filled room on the second floor. Our room had a 14" TV. We asked that it be removed while we were on vacation, and Fred took care of it. The location makes all the attractions of Cape May an easy walk, including the beach, and there are snazzy chairs available for guest use. We did not find parking to be a problem, as we easily found spots on a side street across from the inn. Joan's hot breakfasts were very tasty and were complemented by items such as fruit and homemade granola and the convivial atmosphere around the table. Joan also had tasty afternoon treats and cookies available all day. The Gingerbread House was wonderful in every way, primarily because of how welcoming the innkeepers were. As an example, during our stay we had car trouble. Fred called a service station for us and even drove over after we dropped off the car in order to give us a ride back. And despite being busy readying the inn for a hurricane, Joan sent us on our way with food for the road. Fred and Joan's warmth and beautiful home made this a lovely vacation to remember.

    Great stay every time!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    I have stayed at the Gingerbread House 2 times now and both times we have had an outstanding stay. Very friendly staff. The home is beautiful and very well maintained. Never had a bad experience. Will be returning again! Lisa from Manheim, PA

    Our 10th year staying

    About the reviewer

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    Always a pleasure to return for our 10 year, at the fabulous Gingerbread House. The pictures don't do it justice!

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