Serene Beach Cottage's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Beach Plum Farm is open to the public, inviting visitors to come and enjoy its quaint beauty. Spend an afternoon exploring the farm by walking the trails, feeding the chickens, and seeing the pigs. Have brunch in the garden ordered from the Farm Kitchen or visit the market for fresh produce and other Cape May local favorites.
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Beach Plum Farm
140 Stevens StBeach Plum Farm is open to the public, inviting visitors to come and enjoy its quaint beauty. Spend an afternoon exploring the farm by walking the trails, feeding the chickens, and seeing the pigs. Have brunch in the garden ordered from the Farm Kitchen or visit the market for fresh produce and other Cape May local favorites.
The Cape May County Park & Zoo in Cape May Court House, New Jersey, provides free year-round admission to a collection of more than 550 animals representing 250 species in 85 acres of exhibits.
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Cape May County Park & Zoo
707 U.S. 9The Cape May County Park & Zoo in Cape May Court House, New Jersey, provides free year-round admission to a collection of more than 550 animals representing 250 species in 85 acres of exhibits.
One of the more uncommon beaches in the region is Sunset Beach at Cape May Point, the southernmost part of the Cape, home to Cape May Diamonds and the concrete ship, hosts a nightly ceremony in the summer months that draws hundreds of visitors for a perfectly exquisite view of a sunset.
U.S.S. Atlantus
Here you’ll find the ever-sinking World War I vessel the U.S.S. Atlantus, an experimental wartime ship constructed from concrete. The concrete ships of the era (there were 4) were an engineering failure, but the remains of the Atlantus provide beautiful scenery at sunset as well as a barrier to the harsh tides and a home for many marine creatures.
Cape May Diamonds
The real treasures of Sunset Beach, however, are those under foot. Small pieces of quartz, rounded and smoothed through hundreds of years traveling down the Delaware River, converge on this beach. When polished, these quartz rocks resemble diamonds-hence the name “Cape May Diamonds.” An afternoon of hunting for Cape May Diamonds is almost a rite of passage for any youngster who has visited the Jersey Cape, generations of visitors return to Sunset Beach each year to introduce their progeny to this wondrous pastime.
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Sunset Beach
Sunset BlvdOne of the more uncommon beaches in the region is Sunset Beach at Cape May Point, the southernmost part of the Cape, home to Cape May Diamonds and the concrete ship, hosts a nightly ceremony in the summer months that draws hundreds of visitors for a perfectly exquisite view of a sunset.
U.S.S. Atlantus
Here you’ll find the ever-sinking World War I vessel the U.S.S. Atlantus, an experimental wartime ship constructed from concrete. The concrete ships of the era (there were 4) were an engineering failure, but the remains of the Atlantus provide beautiful scenery at sunset as well as a barrier to the harsh tides and a home for many marine creatures.
Cape May Diamonds
The real treasures of Sunset Beach, however, are those under foot. Small pieces of quartz, rounded and smoothed through hundreds of years traveling down the Delaware River, converge on this beach. When polished, these quartz rocks resemble diamonds-hence the name “Cape May Diamonds.” An afternoon of hunting for Cape May Diamonds is almost a rite of passage for any youngster who has visited the Jersey Cape, generations of visitors return to Sunset Beach each year to introduce their progeny to this wondrous pastime.
Historic Cold Spring Village brings to life the day-to-day activities of villagers living in South Jersey during the “age of homespun.”
There's also a brewery on site that support the historic village.
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Historic Cold Spring Village
735 Seashore RdHistoric Cold Spring Village brings to life the day-to-day activities of villagers living in South Jersey during the “age of homespun.”
There's also a brewery on site that support the historic village.
Cape May Lighthouse
215 Light House AveCape May Bird Sanctuary. The protected habitat provides foraging and resting habitat for birds traversing the Delaware Bay and also supports a wide variety of avian and terrestrial species year-round.
Flat, walkable trails more than a mile long cut through lush meadows that put on a spectacular flora-and-fauna show in every season, with the charming Cape May lighthouse as a backdrop. The varied landscape boasts dunes, fields, freshwater wetlands and a full mile of undeveloped, protected beach—a rarity on the heavily developed New Jersey shoreline—and wildlife viewing opportunities abound.
The trail system provides visitors with wildlife viewing opportunities through the preserve’s many habitats including the undeveloped protected beach, a rarity on the heavily developed Jersey shoreline.
South Cape May Meadows Path
South Cape May Meadows PathCape May Bird Sanctuary. The protected habitat provides foraging and resting habitat for birds traversing the Delaware Bay and also supports a wide variety of avian and terrestrial species year-round.
Flat, walkable trails more than a mile long cut through lush meadows that put on a spectacular flora-and-fauna show in every season, with the charming Cape May lighthouse as a backdrop. The varied landscape boasts dunes, fields, freshwater wetlands and a full mile of undeveloped, protected beach—a rarity on the heavily developed New Jersey shoreline—and wildlife viewing opportunities abound.
The trail system provides visitors with wildlife viewing opportunities through the preserve’s many habitats including the undeveloped protected beach, a rarity on the heavily developed Jersey shoreline.
The picturesque Washington Street Mall, located in Cape May, New Jersey, includes over 75 establishments in the heart of America's original seaside resort. A variety of unique boutiques, shops, fine dining restaurants, bars, quick eats, activities, and services are located along a three block stretch of Washington Street, which is closed to vehicular traffic, as well as adjoining portions of Ocean Street, Decatur Street, Jackson Street, Perry Street, Carpenters Lane, and Lyle Lane. The Mall serves as Cape May's town square, and features numerous benches, luscious gardens, shady trees, historical markers, gas lamps, bistro-style string lights, Instagram-worthy photo opportunities, and more.
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Washington Street Mall
401 Washington StThe picturesque Washington Street Mall, located in Cape May, New Jersey, includes over 75 establishments in the heart of America's original seaside resort. A variety of unique boutiques, shops, fine dining restaurants, bars, quick eats, activities, and services are located along a three block stretch of Washington Street, which is closed to vehicular traffic, as well as adjoining portions of Ocean Street, Decatur Street, Jackson Street, Perry Street, Carpenters Lane, and Lyle Lane. The Mall serves as Cape May's town square, and features numerous benches, luscious gardens, shady trees, historical markers, gas lamps, bistro-style string lights, Instagram-worthy photo opportunities, and more.
Food scene
Olive Branch is just a few minutes from the cottage and has exceptional fresh mediterranean inspired dishes. When we are in town we order take out from here at least 3x a week. Olive Branch has an inviting patio as well as indoor dining. Its also a BYO!
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Olive Branch
1891 Bayshore RdOlive Branch is just a few minutes from the cottage and has exceptional fresh mediterranean inspired dishes. When we are in town we order take out from here at least 3x a week. Olive Branch has an inviting patio as well as indoor dining. Its also a BYO!
Surrounded by boats and water, this casual restaurant has some delicious seafood options and often has great live music for you to enjoy. This has quickly become one of our favorites!
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Mayer's Tavern
894 3rd AveSurrounded by boats and water, this casual restaurant has some delicious seafood options and often has great live music for you to enjoy. This has quickly become one of our favorites!
Built in 1840, this former Cape May plantation residence is now home to the acclaimed Washington Inn and Wine Bar. The Washington Inn offers six unique dining areas, from a summer patio to cozy fireside tables. Cocktails are a must in the Wine Bar and food is outstanding. This is a great place to celebrate an occasion.
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Washington Inn
801 Washington StBuilt in 1840, this former Cape May plantation residence is now home to the acclaimed Washington Inn and Wine Bar. The Washington Inn offers six unique dining areas, from a summer patio to cozy fireside tables. Cocktails are a must in the Wine Bar and food is outstanding. This is a great place to celebrate an occasion.
This is a waterfront eatery featuring one of the top ten rooftop bar's in New Jersey and the only rooftop bar in South Jersey! They have live music, happy hour specials and a menu of local seafood and sandwiches. It’s a great place with a relaxed atmosphere.
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Harry's Ocean Bar & Grille
1025 Beach AveThis is a waterfront eatery featuring one of the top ten rooftop bar's in New Jersey and the only rooftop bar in South Jersey! They have live music, happy hour specials and a menu of local seafood and sandwiches. It’s a great place with a relaxed atmosphere.
This is a gas station, tiki bar, and restaurant all rolled into one. The food is delicious and they have some of the best curry around. Open for lunch and dinner and most nights they have live music.
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Exit Zero Filling Station
110 Sunset BlvdThis is a gas station, tiki bar, and restaurant all rolled into one. The food is delicious and they have some of the best curry around. Open for lunch and dinner and most nights they have live music.
If you like ice cream, you will LOVE Fleck's! This family owned business has been making their own ice cream for almost 30 years. Their endless menu of sundaes and other yummy treats will have you coming back every night.
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Fleck's Ice Cream
1600 Bayshore RdIf you like ice cream, you will LOVE Fleck's! This family owned business has been making their own ice cream for almost 30 years. Their endless menu of sundaes and other yummy treats will have you coming back every night.
If you are a crab lover, this is the place for you! They have a huge menu aside from crabs that everyone should be able to find a favorite. The restaurant is on the bay and has beautiful sunsets and great cocktails. This is a perfect place for families and larger groups who want a fun, casual, lively setting.
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Two Mile Landing Restaurants
1 Fish Dock RdIf you are a crab lover, this is the place for you! They have a huge menu aside from crabs that everyone should be able to find a favorite. The restaurant is on the bay and has beautiful sunsets and great cocktails. This is a perfect place for families and larger groups who want a fun, casual, lively setting.
Uncle Bill's Pancake House
4001 West AveFamily friendly diner
Since 1995, serving fine Italian, New-American and Seafood in a tradition of love and passion for food and people. Enjoy dining on the back patio in the warmer months. Try the scallop risotto!
Reservations recommended
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Tisha's Fine Dining
322 Washington StSince 1995, serving fine Italian, New-American and Seafood in a tradition of love and passion for food and people. Enjoy dining on the back patio in the warmer months. Try the scallop risotto!
Reservations recommended
Chez Michel
600 Park BlvdThe BEST french bakery!
Coffee, lates, draft nitro, breakfast sandwiches, all around the corner from the cottage
Bravado Coffee Cafe
2301 Bayshore RoadCoffee, lates, draft nitro, breakfast sandwiches, all around the corner from the cottage
Brick-oven pizza, classic Italian fare & BYOB are found in loud, lively surrounds of an old church.
Reservations HIGHLY recommended. Go early or plan to eat late! If ordering take out, place order early, before 5:30pm.
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Panico's Bistro
422 BroadwayBrick-oven pizza, classic Italian fare & BYOB are found in loud, lively surrounds of an old church.
Reservations HIGHLY recommended. Go early or plan to eat late! If ordering take out, place order early, before 5:30pm.
Peace Pie
326 Carpenters LnGourmet ice cream sandwiches
Casual place on the waterfront for some great outdoor dining. Perfect place to enjoy the sunset.
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Harpoons on the Bay
91 Beach DrCasual place on the waterfront for some great outdoor dining. Perfect place to enjoy the sunset.
Located in Congress Hall, this is an excellent place for lunch if you are exploring downtown Cape May. The setting is beautiful and the food is delicious.
Love brunch here!
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The Blue Pig Tavern
200 Congress PlLocated in Congress Hall, this is an excellent place for lunch if you are exploring downtown Cape May. The setting is beautiful and the food is delicious.
Love brunch here!
This place has some delicious pizza and a very big menu to please the whole family.
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Vincenzo's Little Italy
3704 Bayshore RdThis place has some delicious pizza and a very big menu to please the whole family.
Wineries
This is our favorite winery in all of New Jersey and even Pennsylvania. They make great quality and delicious wines, which is difficult to do on the East coast with our short season. What makes Turdo Vineyards even more special , is that it is family owned. When you visit, you will meet the winemaker and his family since they all work at the winery.
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Turdo Vineyards & Winery
3911 Bayshore RdThis is our favorite winery in all of New Jersey and even Pennsylvania. They make great quality and delicious wines, which is difficult to do on the East coast with our short season. What makes Turdo Vineyards even more special , is that it is family owned. When you visit, you will meet the winemaker and his family since they all work at the winery.
Stunning Fifty Acre winery and farm. Open every day at noon for outdoor dining. Fire Pit Friday with live music 6-9pm. Full farm-to-table grill menu, reservations strongly suggested. Gorgeous gardens.
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Willow Creek Winery & Farm
168 Stevens StStunning Fifty Acre winery and farm. Open every day at noon for outdoor dining. Fire Pit Friday with live music 6-9pm. Full farm-to-table grill menu, reservations strongly suggested. Gorgeous gardens.
Easy drinking wine and just minutes from the cottage
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Hawk Haven Vineyard & Winery
600 S Railroad AveEasy drinking wine and just minutes from the cottage
Brewery
Their Tasting Room is one of the largest and most accessible in the state, with a spacious and sunny Beer Garden. You can visit the gift shop, “The Brewtique,” and take the interactive, self-guided tour. They are open daily from 12PM–7PM for tours and tastings.
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Cape May Brewing Co. - Production Facility Only
409 Breakwater RdTheir Tasting Room is one of the largest and most accessible in the state, with a spacious and sunny Beer Garden. You can visit the gift shop, “The Brewtique,” and take the interactive, self-guided tour. They are open daily from 12PM–7PM for tours and tastings.
Distillery
Located on a 60-acre farm between the Atlantic Ocean and the Delaware Bay, Nauti Spirits Distillery offers artisan spirits, handcrafted from ingredients harvested from area farms. The facility features a tour, Tasting Room and Bottle Shop. Innovative cocktails, using fresh ingredients, created onsite, daily.
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Nauti Spirits Distillery Driveway
Nauti Spirits Distillery DrivewayLocated on a 60-acre farm between the Atlantic Ocean and the Delaware Bay, Nauti Spirits Distillery offers artisan spirits, handcrafted from ingredients harvested from area farms. The facility features a tour, Tasting Room and Bottle Shop. Innovative cocktails, using fresh ingredients, created onsite, daily.
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What to Pack
Beach towels
Floaties or other beach toys
Paper plates/cups (if you want to skip doing washing dishes since there is no dishwasher)
Groceries/Snacks
Toiletries
Firewood/firestarter (if you plan to make a fire)