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The Kraken House

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Living room
Interior
Room
Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Villas, NJ
    Cape May Beaches
    3 min drive
    Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum
    8 min drive
    Cape May Winery
    8 min drive
    Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County)
    8 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Full bath

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Kraken House

The Kraken House is the perfect Bayside Sea Shanty. This private home is fully stocked. The home is located on the shortest beach block and Lower Township New Jersey. The public bay entrance is approximately 100 yards or 11 houses from our front door. Our front porch offers spectacular views of the sunset. Beach tags for Cape May beach, bikes, fishing poles, and a barbecue grill are included. There’s a washer and dryer in the home along with most kitchen appliances. The house is fully stocked with bottled water breakfast items coffee tea’s and spices.

Property manager

Karen Matsinger
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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

About the area

Villas

Located in Villas, this vacation home is in a rural area and near the beach. Wildwood Boardwalk and Washington Street Mall 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 Milky Way Mini Golf & Ice Cream are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Villas, NJ

What's nearby

  • Cape May Beaches - 3 min drive
  • Cape May Winery - 8 min drive
  • Washington Street Mall - 14 min drive
  • Sunset Beach - 17 min drive
  • Cape May Beach - 19 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Rio Grande Diner & Family Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Castaway Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home-most interesting!
Perfect family trip-true passion for the theme throughout the house. We all had such a blast! Clean and comfortable, thoughtful inclusion of foods and drinks upon arrival! Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We laughed until we cried
This was such a fun house! My teen/pre-teen giggled so much about the house decor. Short walk to the beach, short walk to food and small grocery store, central to all the things you need. Host really has thought through how to provide a welcoming environment. We would definitely go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Cute house!
Had a fantastic weekend with some friends in this adorable house! Loved the location and the personality of the whole place!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First Time at Cape May
We had a fantastic time. Loved the house, it was decorated great and clean when we arrived. Liked the location being central to places.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Kraken House is top notch!
A perfect little property close to everything! The decorations were awesome and the house is perfect for a smal family! The property manager was very friendly and a pleasure to work with! Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Great property on a quiet street.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun shack
The home was so lovely decorated. Everything we needed was there. Quiet area. Top ten!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Our Stay
Overall the house was as advertised. Everything was acceptable with the house. Our only complaint is the area was not what we expected. However, that is 100% on us not the host. Both of the hosts were very nice and accommodating. The house is perfect for younger kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C., Wapwallopen, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extended weekend
Nicely decorated house (especially for children) in a nice neighborhood. Even though it’s not IN Cape May, it’s close enough and there’s restaurants and things to do very nearby. And it’s quieter. Walk to the beach for the beautiful sunsets. Owners are very nice, informative, and available if needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Shai R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Unique
I have been traveling to Cape May with my family for many years, throughout my own childhood and now with our young daughter. We saw the Kraken house and fell for the charm and unique features. Karen was very helpful as we prepared for our trip. She even offered some advice on new experiences that we had never seen. Check in was easy and it was nice to have access to all of the provided amenities. We were able to cook breakfast most mornings and had access to games which kept us all occupied in the evening, after the baby went to bed. In the busyness of the summer season, we did find some cleaning that was overlooked, under the beds, couches, and cushions, but the kitchen and bathrooms were clean and that was most important to us. We had some fun memories at this house and are thankful for the stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really cool themed house
This house is like walking onto the stage of the movie “Jaws”. The minute we walk in you see a huge picture of a scene from Jaws.. then as you look around the room you see mermaids and nautical accessories. The master bedroom has a treasure chest with a skeleton and beads overflowing it with gold coins on the floor. The bunk room and kids bedrooms look like you are living in a boat. This place needs to be seen to be appreciated! Mere words cannot fully express its unusual theme.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Bayside home
Karen was very helpful with tons of information prior to our stay and great when I had questions while there. The home is cozy, with interesting decor. The theme is very much throughout the home. The back yard is not fenced in and on the corner of a main road. Great location, the bay has an entrance at the end of the block. Beautiful sunset views. Kitchen is well equipped with utensils, cookwear, plates, glasses and bowls. Overall every member of our party had a great time. Thank you =)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

KATIE S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
A wonderful property! We loved every minute of our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
they thought of everything!
The Kraken House was fabulous! Karen was really communicative and made sure to leave us lots of treats. Fully stocked fridge for breakfast and even some delicious spiked seltzer in a gift basket for us! Comfortable and quirky, we had a great Cape May weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Getaway
The property was well cared for and creatively decorated. The host responded promptly to any questions we asked. It was centrally located to both the primary cape may boardwalk area and the wildwood boardwalk area. The host went out of her way to make the stay easy and special by providing breakfast items and a nice welcome basket. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need for a relaxing and fun family getaway!
Our family of 5 had the most comfortable stay at The Kraken House! The hospitality is endless, from the welcome basket (which included wine!), to the fridge stocked with breakfast items, to all the beach gear you could need! Our kids loved the game system, we grilled some burgers, and played a great round of Cape May-opoly! This home is truly one of a kind and has everything you need. There’s a diner super close that you could walk to and it’s just a quick drive to the Cape May beaches. Karen and Jesse were great hosts! We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ginny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot, well appointed beach house - above & beyond
The Kraken House sits in a residential neighborhood, a short block walk to the Bay Beach, which was perfect for morning strolls and evening sunsets. My kiddo got to see the sun drop into the ocean for the first time. That's one of many great moments to remember from this trip. Karen goes above and beyond for her guests - this was truly the best appointed rental I've ever stayed in. Fun decor, ample entertainment (a fun collection of vinyl for GenX nostalgia!), quality linens and pillows, beach toys and towels, generous amount of food in the fridge, and everything we could need in the kitchen. We had a great stay. Thank you, Karen!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun house and short walk to the bay!
Super fun themed house- good space, host was very thoughtful with her advice about restaurants and things to do. Hated to leave!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John R., Pittsburgh

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Kraken House
We absolutely loved The Kraken House! It was everything the photos say about it! Detail, detail, detail! And so much fun! The owners are such amazing hosts. They stocked the fridge with groceries so their guests have goodies to eat when you arrive. They are so very thoughtful! And....they even leave a wonderful gift basket! The Kraken House is located close to the Bay, which is the perfect place to view the beautiful sunsets....just a short walk to the end of the street. And there are so many fun and interesting things to do within a short drive. I would definitely go back and stay there again. This was our first time going to Cape May. We have fallen in love with this area. Thank you, to the wonderful owners, for this amazing experience!! Sincerely, Happy Vacationers!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Kraken
The house was very clean upon arr8val. Our hostess had a gift package for us and a fridge full of items for breakfast. There was great communication during my visit. I did have an issue and my host/hostess answered immediately and fixed it the next morning. I will he coming back to Caoe May and will stay at this house every time. I am beyond pleased with the property and the hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In Love with the Kraken House.
The Kraken House is clean, comfortable and so much fun. We loved the sea themed decor. It is a 1 block walk to be beautiful bay and a 15 minute drive to the ocean. The home has great AC & WiFi, smart TVs all around and excellent appliances. We would most definitely stay in the Kraken House again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great energy. Not lacking for anything, great kitchen with everything you need.
Wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Candice G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Cape May
The Kraken House was such a great rental in Cape May..the unique decor and theme to the house is one of a kind and shows the great detail the owners put into their home and your comfort. Karen was more than welcoming with helpful information about the area, places to go, things to see, and special touches on your arrival in her home. I would recommend anyone to visit The Kraken.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cassie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house!
The house was just as described! It is perfect for families. The owners put a lot of effort into making your stay comfortable. The decor is amazing and puts you in a great mood! The kids loved their rooms and all of the kid friendly toys and accommodations. Karen stocked all basic necessities, plus extras. She also provided great communication!! It is a clean house and great location!! We loved this house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Tiffany L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Release the Kraken!
We had a great stay at the kraken house. The decor is amazing. My kids (3 and 5) loved all the games and the theme. Karen and Jesse were such great hosts giving advice on many great places to see. I love the peacefulness of the Bay Area but close to all the attractions. We can’t wait to come back next summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Karen Matsinger

Host profile image
My husband and I are locals. We were both born and raised in North Cape May. We live about five miles from The Kraken House. We love our town and want to share it with visitors.

Why they chose this property

The Kraken House is a true labor of love. My house built the home by himself over the last three years. I decorated it and hope that you love the home as much as we do.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests