Cape May Point vacation rentals

The spectacular natural beauty of Cape May Point

Even though it’s a small town of just under 300 residents, don’t be fooled. Cape May Point vacation rentals are routinely sought out due to the area’s natural beauty, including its spectacular North Atlantic Ocean location along the fashionable Jersey Shore, as well as abundant wildlife viewing opportunities and sandy beaches. Oh, those gorgeous beaches! Add in an iconic lighthouse, Victorian architecture and even alpacas, yes, alpacas, and you've got something for all ages to enjoy. Plus some Cape May Point, NJ, vacation rentals are pet-friendly, so everyone in your family, including Fido, can enjoy this scenic oceanside destination.

Activities and attractions in and around Cape May Point

Are you hoping to find top things to see and do during your stay? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable vacation rental, you'll want to experience everything that Cape May Point has to offer. These are some of the major attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:

• Cape May Winery (3.5 mi / 5.6 km)
• Splash Zone Water Park (9.2 mi / 14.7 km)
• Mariner's Pier (9.2 mi / 14.8 km)
• Raging Waters Water Park (9.2 mi / 14.9 km)
• Morey's Piers (9.3 mi / 15 km)
• Ocean Oasis Waterpark and Beach Club (9.6 mi / 15.4 km)

Soaking up the sun and fun in Cape May Point

Grab yourself some saltwater taffy and head out to explore the area. You can try your hand at fishing on Lake Lily or Lighthouse Pond, play a round at Cape May National Golf Club, or even take the ferry from Cape May Terminal to Lewes, DE. Spend some downtime soaking up the sun or enjoy swimming at Sunset Beach, all the while knowing you and your kids are being safely monitored by Cape May Point Beach Patrol. Plus, just off Sunset Beach, you’ll be able to see the remains of the S.S. Atlantus, a 1918 ship made out of concrete.

Year-round fun is forecasted in Cape May Point

With perfect summer temperatures ranging from 78 to 86°F, you’ll get the complete vacation experience by visiting Cape May Point from June to September when activities and events are in full swing. You’ll generally find the best bargains when booking Cape May Point vacation rentals during the winter months, as travelers tend to avoid the cooler weather. During the winter season, temperatures only dip down to between 57 to 65° F, but you may run into some rain or even some snow. So if you bring a sweater, and your umbrella, you should be good to go!

Exploring the natural beauty and birds of Cape May Point

Set next to the North Atlantic Ocean and Cape May Point State Park, it’s no wonder Cape May Point vacations rentals are so popular. Plus the closest airport is only 8 miles north, so talk about convenience. You’ll find a variety of habitats and wildlife in the Higbee Beach Wildlife Management and Cape May Point Natural Areas, along trails teeming with flowers and plants. Don’t miss the spectacular annual bird migration every fall. Or do miss it, if you’re a Hitchcock fan. Or you can really fly away with things by enrolling in the Cape May Bird Observatory’s School of Birding.

How to get to and around Cape May Point

The nearest airport is in Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County), located 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you might consider flying into Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County), which is 27.2 mi (43.8 km) away.