Gingerbread House

Cape May, New Jersey

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Bed and Breakfast Inns of North America ocated in the heart of Cape May's historic district, the Gingerbread House is less than a block from the beach and promenade and merely two blocks from the Cape May Victorian Mall. Cape May's attractions and finest restaurants are also within walking distance.

Built in 1869, The Gingerbread House is one of the original Stockton Row Cottages. This carpenter gothic style house was designed by the famous architect, Stephen Decatur Button. Originally, The Gingerbread House was a summer retreat for wealthy families who, together with their servants and nannies, would travel from Philadelphia and Virginia to summer in Cape May. Since 1979, The Gingerbread House has been among the finest bed and breakfast inns.

As you enter the long foyer of the Gingerbread House, you'll notice the chestnut and walnut staircase. You'll love the light and airy feeling that surrounds you. The peaceful sounds of the classical music playing in the background will warm you soul. Authentic Victorian antiques adorn all of the rooms. The large stain glass window in the dining room is a real eye-catcher.

The Gingerbread House offers six charming guest rooms, several with private baths. The master bedroom boasts a spacious private porch.

All of our lovely guest rooms are embellished in beautiful lace curtains. The walls are adorned with original watercolor paintings by Jane Echevarria. The large share bath on the 3rd floor is decorated in corian and handcrafted teak wood cabinetry.

A delicious home-baked breakfast is served every morning buffet style in the elegant dining room between 8:30 and 10:00 am. Guests can enjoy their breakfast in either the dining room or on the front porch. Our healthy style breakfast consists of coffee, teas, juice, homemade granola cereal, assorted yogurts, fresh seasonal sliced fruit or fruit compote and home-baked coffee cakes, muffins or cinnamon buns.

Between 4 and 5 pm enjoy a complimentary afternoon tea to add pleasure to your palate. Our menu consists of hot tea in the cooler months and iced tea and lemonade during the warmer months along with homemade sweets and savories. This is a delightful time of the day to mingle with other guests and relax before dinner.

DISTINCTIVE FEATURES

Air conditioned guest rooms

Ceiling fan in guest rooms

Beach towel in rooms

Shampoo, conditioner and shower gel

Fireplace in Parlor

Classical and easy listening music plays in the Parlor and Dining Room

Board games available

Bicycle storage (bring your own lock)

Guest refrigerator and telephone (free local telephone calls)

Enclosed outside shower with changing area and shower amenities. Available on day of departure until 3 pm.

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from Bed and Breakfast Inns of North America.

Innkeepers: Joan and Fred Echevarria
Mailing Address: 28 Gurney St., Cape May, New Jersey 08204
Reservations: 609-884-0211
Price range: $98 to $270
Payment: Visa, MasterCard, Personal Check, Travelers Check and Cash
Check-in: noon to 10 pm
Check-out: 10 am

Porch smoking only, children over 5 years old.

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