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Bay Block Retreat – Pet-Friendly Fun for Families, Couples & Girls’ Getaways

Holiday home in Cape May with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 2
Bathroom upstairs hallway
Master Bedroom - Queen bed

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 71750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Cape May, NJ
  • Place, beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape May Point State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape May Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County)
    ‪133 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Bay Block Retreat – Pet-Friendly Fun for Families, Couples & Girls’ Getaways

Welcome to the Bay Block Retreat in the charming Townbank area of North Cape May—a cozy, laid-back getaway just steps from the peaceful Delaware Bay. This inviting home is designed for families, couples, and pet lovers who want comfort, convenience, and those unforgettable Cape May sunsets right at the end of the street.

When you arrive, you’re greeted with a personal welcome note and a complimentary bottle of wine—your vacation officially begins. Inside, the home offers a spotless, comfortable setting perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring.

Start your mornings with coffee on the patio while kids and pups play safely in the fenced backyard. The bay beach is just a short stroll away—ideal for paddleboarding, kayaking, long walks, or simply soaking in the calm water views.

Afternoons are made for discovering the area’s wineries, breweries, and charming local spots, or returning home to fire up the Weber grill for a casual family dinner. If you’d like to elevate your experience, private wine tastings are available for an additional fee, led by host Debbie Gioquindo, a Certified Specialist of Wine, Wine Location Specialist in Port and Champagne, and Certified Sherry Wine Specialist.

Evenings wind down beautifully here—think sunset strolls, streaming movies on the 60” smart TV, or sharing a playlist over high-speed Wi-Fi. And after a day of Cape May adventures, the cozy bedrooms and refreshing outdoor shower offer the perfect reset.

Please note: Renters must provide their own bed linens, comforters, pillows, and towels.
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: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Maximum guests are 7. This includes infants and toddlers.
Guests are expected to maintain the premises, including the cleanliness of the home during their stay.
No smoking

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cape May

Cape May is home to this holiday home. 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. Morey's Piers and Milky Way Mini Golf & Ice Cream are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cape May, NJ

What's nearby

  • beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cape May Point State Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cape May Beach - 9 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Washington Street Mall - 9 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Sunset Beach - 13 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Stowaways - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Harpoons on the Bay - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bay Block Retreat – Pet-Friendly Fun for Families, Couples & Girls’ Getaways pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Bay Block Retreat – Pet-Friendly Fun for Families, Couples & Girls’ Getaways?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bay Block Retreat – Pet-Friendly Fun for Families, Couples & Girls’ Getaways?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bay Block Retreat – Pet-Friendly Fun for Families, Couples & Girls’ Getaways?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bay Block Retreat – Pet-Friendly Fun for Families, Couples & Girls’ Getaways located?

Situated in Cape May, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Cape May Point State Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Cape May Terminal and Cape May Winery. Milky Way Mini Golf & Ice Cream is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) 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. 84 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Walter L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very easy check-in process. Great location on a quiet, beautiful street. We thoroughly enjoyed our week in Cape May with the dogs!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was wonderful ! The house was absolutely spotless. This was the perfect pet friendly experience. The host was responsive and considerate making our stay a pleasure from start to finish.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed. We loved that the neighborhood was so quiet, and we greatly enjoyed our evening walks on the beach with our dog. I highly recommend this home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy P.

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

Relaxing Family Time

Perfect getaway for the family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Cape May Family Stay

Great synergy of Cape May shore vibe and dog friendliness.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

great vacation place

We had a great stay. The place is very clean and kept well. I would recommend it highly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Great place

Highly recommend this rental. Very clean and owners answer any questions quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

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

Great Pet Friendly Vacation

We were very pleased with how well-appointed and clean the home was. The fenced in yard was great for our pup and the proximity to the bay and other area attractions can't be beat. We walked to the bay every day and enjoyed riding our bikes around the area. We would recommend this property to others looking for a pet friendly vacation home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aviad O.

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

Nice, Clean an inch for the beach!

We enjoyed our time, it's a quick walk to the beach, you can bring pets to the beach after 4PM and before 11AM. The place is nice and clean
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H., Madison,NJ

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

Perfect for our family

The house was comfortable, clean, and spacious enough for us and our adult kids. Walkable to the bay beach and Harpoons. We love staying in beautiful Town Bank.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nadine M.

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

Quiet, peaceful, & close to the beach

House is great plenty of room for our family of 4 plus 2 big dogs. Neighborhood is quiet kids can ride bikes to & from the beach along the bay at the end of the street. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor C.

great quiet neighborhood

this is our second year staying at this residence. its so comfortable; just like being at home. great friendly area.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Andrea L.

Clean, relaxing house by the beach

My family stayed here for the weekend and had a blast! The house was very well kept and we loved that we can walk right down to the beach! We took our bikes everywhere and really enjoyed our stay. Debbie was quick to answer any questions we had and we would definitely come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2016

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

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

Great house on a quiet block near the bay

The house was exactly as the pictures show. Clean and spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kate T.

Beautiful, dog friendly beach rental

We had a wonderful time on our Cape May escape. This home was immaculately clean, spacious and had a well equipped kitchen. We enjoyed touring local wineries and relaxing on the beach. Our dogs loved swimming in the bay. The sunsets over the bay were fabulous. We can't wait to return.

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Great location for beach lovers!

Our family had a great stay in Cape May. We enjoyed the beach most days (even spotted some dolphins). The house was spacious and clean with all you ask for in the kitchen. We brought our dog who liked the yard (be aware that small dogs could escape from under the fence in a few spots). Overall a fun week in a comfortable home!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron H.

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

Relaxing Getaway

This beach house was a perfect getaway for me, my wife and our two pups. The large fenced in backyard was great and it was just a very short walk away from the bay. We were able to use the bikes that they had there to ride to some really nice wineries and just relax and enjoy the beautiful sunsets. The owners are fantastic and very responsive. We will definitely be booking this home again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M., Michiagan

Lovely home in a lovely area

There was nothing we did not fall in love with at this house. The house was very cute and well set up for renters. The walk to the beach was great and the ocean there was also great. Thanks for the wine, we took that to a BYOB restaurant in cape may one evening. I would recommend to anyone who is considering, you will not regret it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Rob Bois A.

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

Great secret beach getaway

We loved this beach house and the location. A short walk from the beach, the outdoor shower was always a welcome end to the day. The Weber grill and patio got lots of use as we mainly cooked at home. I think our dog had the best vacation of all with beach access and a fenced in yard. We were new to North Cape Maybut I think we'll keep coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Denise L.

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

The house is in a nice neighborhood. We walked to the beach multiple times a day.

The home is clean and the kitchen was well-equipped. The owner responded to messages in a timely manner. The coastal storm Ophelia hindered some of our outdoor activities. The sunsets that we did see were not disappointing and very easy to get to! We visit Cape May every year at this time and enjoy everything it offers. The bay area (Townbank) has become our go to place.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

Wonderful! Comfortable, spotless, roomy, great location.

We stayed 3Nights to watch the local triathelon. It's one block from the beach. The house is beautiful! It's very comfortable, with plenty of room. Backyard is a great place to eat lunch or dinner on the table outside. Owners are very gracious. They left a note and a bottle of wine for us. It put us in just the right attitude to have a great vacation! I think, if you want to go to Cape May, do nothing to take to rent this house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2016

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C., Chatham NJ

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

Clean quiet pet friendly haven on the Delaware Bay

Very clean well equipped house a block away from the beach, 100% as described. Quiet residential neighborhood yet 15 min away from crowded downtown cape may or wildwood. We enjoyed the sunset and long walks on the Delaware Bay beach. Who knew May was the season for horseshoe crab spawning? Fascinating to meet those creatures right on the beach. The yard was quiet and a nice place to have a break between local visits downtown, to wineries, minigolf, salt marsh safari etc. We had a great stay! First family vacation in more than a year due to the pandemic and our teens were thrilled.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

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

Family vacation with adult children and two small dogs

We spent a nice week in this well-kept, clean home. Location was great for us and it showed us a section of Cape May we had not been exposed to before. With six adults, we had ample room upstairs, house temp remained cool, and there was plenty of hot water throughout our stay. Owner was very responsive - I only had one question regarding garbage. My one suggestion might be to add a couple more chairs to the outside patio area so that everyone can sit at once (only five chairs there now). Thank you for sharing your home with us! I recommend this property without hesitation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Ryan M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

FEELING DISAPPOINTED

Love this Home, left feeling like a criminal for leaving minor infractions such as a “poorly cleaned grill” and water balloon pieces in the grass. Arrived to a dirty house with poorly cleaned floors, stained carpet, dirty glass doors and dog bowl filled with dirty water that my daughter put her hands in. I was told that “I should have watched my child”? Maybe you should fix your dining room chair that cut my family members leg because it was missing a rail? Don’t question my family and our parenting when we paid you $4000 in two years lady. We even vacuumed and cleaned the house back to where it should have been left when we arrived!!! Owner was even notified of issues upon checkout which were ignored. Sad way to end a great week! 😞
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Debbie Gioquindo

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I've been coming down here since the late 1980's when I met my husband staying at his parents home not to far from this home. My kids grew up coming down here every summer.

Now we live here year round. Moved here from the Hudson Valley region of New York in 2013. I am a wine blogger and educator known as The Hudson Valley Wine Goddess. So I can give you some good wine suggestions.

I love it down here. There's nothing like the beach there is so much to do and see. My kids grew up coming down here, so we've done everything from the adult thing to the kid thing to the local thing.

In 2021 we opened a restaurant in North Wildwood called Trio North Wildwood. We invite all our guests to the restaurant during their stay.

Why they chose this property

One of the most important considerations for us was that the house we purchase had to be within one block from the bay. There is nothing like walking down to the bay to kayak, paddle board and then later in the day with a glass of wine to watch the sunset. We've made Cape May our home, we want you to make it your home for a week.

What makes this property unique

Just steps from the bay beach. This home was built in 2008 and was barely lived in. We pride ourselves giving you a nice vacation home to make wonderful memories in.

Every guest receives a nice bottle of wine and a 20% off discount to dine at Trio North Wildwood

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