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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
8 bedrooms8+ bathroomsSleeps 22

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Cape May, NJ
  • Place, Washington Street Mall
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape May Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape May Convention Hall
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

Master King Suite

1 King Bed and 2 Double Futons

Queen Grand Suite 2

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Queen Suite 1

1 Queen Bed

Queen Suite 3

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Queen Suite 4

1 Queen Bed

Queen Suite 5

1 Queen Bed

Queen Suite 6

1 Queen Bed and 1 Child Bed

Queen Suite 7

1 Queen Bed

8 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 8

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 9

Toilet

Bathroom - half bath in Basement rec room

Toilet

Bathroom Master Suite 3rd FL

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Beautiful Victorian Whole House Rental! Empress of Cape May

Proudly Introducing "The Empress" to guests for the first time! Beautifully restored Grand Victorian home is the Gem of Cape May. The Empress features 8 suites, beautiful porches for outdoor gathering, large parlor, living room, and dining room. Absolute BEST location in town, 2 blocks to beach and Congress Hall, 1 block to Jackson St, and steps to the Washington Mall. Theater and separate entertainment area in the basement perfect for large groups or kids! Unrivaled Parking for 8 cars!

The Empress is available as a year round vacation rental. Please note*** Most Weekends are 3 night minimum, with some exceptions and we do not break up Friday/Saturday nights. There is a 7 night minimum in the summer months between mid June and mid September. During those summer weeks our check in/checkout is on Friday only ***

We include all bed linens and bath towels with our home, and as a result we have very specific checkout procedures that must be followed in order to successfully complete the turnover for our next incoming guests. Immediately upon booking we will send you those instructions and all of the house information regarding the movie theatre, music system throughout the house, etc. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
Perfect for bridal parties! Salon in basement!
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 22
Note from host: Perfect for bridal parties! Salon in basement!
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Victorian Whole House Rental! Empress of Cape May pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Victorian Whole House Rental! Empress of Cape May?

As of 7 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Victorian Whole House Rental! Empress of Cape May on 26 Apr 2026 start from £733, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Beautiful Victorian Whole House Rental! Empress of Cape May?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Victorian Whole House Rental! Empress of Cape May?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Victorian Whole House Rental! Empress of Cape May?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Victorian Whole House Rental! Empress of Cape May located?

Located in Cape May Historic District, this holiday home is steps away from Easy Lynne Theater Company and Washington Street Mall. Cape May Rotary Park and Cape May Stage are just steps away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Eric L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful. I great place to host a girl’s getaway on a frozen February weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb 2026
Thanks for your review Eric, and yes it was a frozen weekend down in Cape May!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely awesome venue. I could not recommend the property enough. Enjoyed the time with the family greatly and the space worked out perfectly. The owner was very responsive and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Feb 2026
Thank you so much for your review Mike! We hope to host you and your family again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and well-kept, roomy house in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2025
Thanks Michael! Glad you guys had a great time at our home :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Williams M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful place! We were a group of 7 couples and each couple had their own room and bath. The house is large, comfortable and quite unique with each space having a distinct personality. It felt like we were living in a different time zone; back in the Victorian age with precious antiques and tapestries in each room. It was a decorator's delight! On top of this the place was spotless and well loved and cared for. And there were many modern amenities as well. We highly recommend the Empress and hope to return one day. Jason, the owner, was very helpful, responded immediately when contacted and was a delight to work with. Viva The Empress!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan 2026
Judi thank you for your review! So glad that you all enjoyed our home :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blaine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Property in Perfect Location

We had an amazing stay. The host, Jason, was a pleasure to work with, and very accommodating and responsive. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location. Beautiful house. Nice .

Nice time close to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pete G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Private Property in Cape May

Great property situated in the very best part of Cape May. Will stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Nov 2023
Glad you guys had a great time at our home Pete, we look forward to hosting you guys again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Totally awesome!

When we opened the door, we were impressed with the kitchen - not so much the size, but the decor and the fact that it was perfectly appointed. A step away breaks into the magnificent dining room and living rooms with plenty of space. All of the bedrooms were so beautifully decorated with unique personalities. The fact that each bedroom had its private bath was very helpful given our large family. The outside porch was delightful, and the location is perfect for the beach, shopping, dining, etc. We felt very "treated" to be staying at The Empress where everywhere we looked we found beauty.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

maureen g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great long weekend with family.

Wonderful location! The property is excellent. . . Beautiful, clean, and comfortable for large groups. .
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Apr 2024
Thank you so much for your review Maureen!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway in beautiful Cape May

Spent a wonderful Christmas week at the Empress with our extended family. The property is spectacular. Beautifully finished and maintained. And perfectly located for walks to shopping, restaurants, and beaches.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review Robert, and glad to hear you guys had a great holiday week at our home! We look forward to being back there ourselves very soon as well!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location & house

Our stay at Jason's house was great, the house is beautiful along with having so many ammenities. It is centrally located in cape may with everything in walking distance. We look forward to staying again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
So glad that you enjoyed your stay at our home in Cape May Dane! We look forward to having you guys back there!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Empress Vacation

Great communication of Host. Beautiful house. Will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2024
Thanks so much for your review John! We would love to host you guys again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic New Years Getaway

We had the most amazing time at the Empress! The house has all the charm and more in person as it does in the photos. The character of the house and all the details added to the vibe of the trip and the space was perfect for four families of four. The location is incredible, right downtown with access to shops, restaurants and arcade! Huge thank you to Jason the host who was so easy to work with and very responsive!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan 2025
Taylor thank you so much for your review! So glad that you guys enjoyed your time over New Years at our home!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

From booking to arrival, from touring Cape May to our reluctant departure my family loved the stay

The property is sparkling clean. The house is stunning inside and out. The location is perfect. And my family would rent again in a minute!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
So glad you guys enjoyed your time at our home Chris! Hope to have you guys back soon!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

beth b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous retreat

This place was more beautiful than the pictures describe. Great host, great amenities, great experience. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Millicent L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

The Empress of Cape May

Almost Perfection! We hope to lengthen our stay and return to The Empress annually. Almost magical!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible property

We were a group of 11 adults and stayed for 3 nights. Property is just incredible- the condition is pristine, the owner is very responsive in answering questions and the gorgeous details in every room are just amazing. Highly recommend and we will definitely be going back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
So glad that you had a great time at our home Jennifer! We will see you again next year :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

OUTSTANDING!!!!!!!!!!!!

We were in all of this property...it was spotless, had everything we needed and more! We will be booking this for again! We highly recommend! The location was perfect for shopping, bars and the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct 2023
Gina we are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay at the Empress!! We welcome you guys back anytime!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing House

Our book club came here to celebrate 25 years together. The house was beautiful, clean, and so well maintained. Jason was always available to answer any questions we had. I would highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct 2024
Thanks so much for your review Diane! I'm glad your book club chose our home to celebrate your 25th year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Empressive!

The Empress was fabulous! Eight ladies (princesses all), eight lovely en suite bedrooms as promised. Plenty of room for gathering and the shortest of walks to both town and the beach. Empressive!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

Home is so beautiful and huge! Plenty of room for our group of 16. We walked everywhere because it’s so close to everything. Jason was so quick with responses to questions and so helpful. Couldn’t have been better!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2024
Thanks so much for your review Kelsey! Glad to hear you guys enjoyed the weekend at our home in Cape May!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thank you!!! We had a blast!!

House was beautiful, kitchen is amazing perfect location. Beds were so comfortable! Everything was great. Thank you again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
Thank you Jeannie! We hope to host you guys again in the near future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding Weekend

Perfect walkable location in Cape May. Large extended family appreciated having their own bedrooms and bathrooms. Popcorn machine was a nice addition.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2024
Thanks so much for your review Meg! Hope you host you and your family again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing House, Wonderful Location

This house is simply amazing! From the beautiful decor and amenities to the convenience of being so close to the beach and shopping area, it was truly one of the best stays we’ve had in Cape May. The communication with the owner was also very good. I love this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2023
We are thrilled that you had a great time at our home Laurie! Thank you so much for taking such great care of her!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ida B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Beautiful Empress

This beautiful Victorian home was perfect for the 30th anniversary of our friendship celebration. The home was immaculate and the location was within walking distance to wonderful restaurants and shopping. We particularly enjoyed our last evening together in the home theatre.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Nov 2023
Thank you so much for your review Ida! We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay at our home. We love the theatre as well! :)

About the host

Hosted by Jason Kliewe

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My wife Cynda and I started traveling to Cape May just before we were married in 2004. We always dreamed of having our own home, but couldn't imagine we would be fortunate enough to end up at the Empress. We are beyond thrilled to call the Empress our home away from home. We hope you enjoy her and care for her as much as we do!
Sincerely,
Jason and Cynda Kliewe

Why they chose this property

The historic district of Cape May is the most picturesque in all seasons! Come and explore her for yourself :)

What makes this property unique

All of Cape May is wonderful to explore, but we really love the historic district closest to the walking mall and Congress Hall. It has great walking access to most of the restaurants in town, and also to the beach. Typically we spend a week down there, and although we have access to our car right in the driveway the whole time, we usually end up walking everywhere the entire week, so the Empress's location is wonderful for that reason.

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