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Gingerbread House: Traveler Reviews

28 Gurney Street, Cape May, NJ 08204
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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northvale
1 review
“Great stay wish we could have stayed another night.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 16, 2013

I'd like to say that we stayed at the Gingerbread house on the 23rd of Dec. The house was decorated really nice for Christmas and Joan made us feel like family. The breakfast Joan made was great, felt bad that she had to cook just for my wife and I. Wish we could have stayed another night, but will definately stay there again.

Kurt and Kiara Bergen County

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
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    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
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Baltimore
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“Perfect Place!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2013

This was a perfect B&B. The location was the best, a block from the ocean. We had a fabulous private porch which we could see the ocean. Nice area to park our bikes. This was a trip with my friend and the only B&B with 2 double beds so we could share a room and expenses. Fred and Joan were terrific and made us feel very at home. Homemade granola was the best. I cannot wait to come back.
Thanks Fred and Joan,
MaryEllen

Room Tip: good for friends wanting to share a room with separate beds
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  • Stayed October 2012, traveled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Bloomfield, New Jersey
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“Home away from home!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 20, 2012

We have stayed at the Gingerbread House with Fred and Joan for several years now. The stay is always a pleasure, we like to say " Our Home away from home". There is much anticipation in our ride to Cape May from the warm hello and hug received from Fred and Joan upon our arrival, the smell of gingerbread as we check-in, the cleanliness of our room and private bath, to the magnificent gourmet breakfast prepared by Joan, to the greetings that Fred and Joan share with each of the guests as we sit around the breakfast table getting to know each other and the activities we have planned for the day. Although we have stayed at other B&B's in the over 20 years we have been vacationing in Cape May, the gingerbread house is special to us because the innkeepers truly enjoy hosting and entertaining their guest, they make all guest feel special and welcome. The location is great.

  • Stayed September 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Great stay at the Gingerbread House!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 18, 2012

Stayed at the Gingerbread House recently with my mother- what a great trip! The Gingerbread House has got to be the best B & B in Cape May, in all categories. The location is outstanding, the property is beautiful and Joan is a wonderful hostess (not to mention a great chef- breakfasts were fantastic and we skipped lunch both days we were there!) We were in room 1 upstairs with the porch- huge room with everything we could possibly want. We can't wait to go back, which hopefully will be sooner rather than later!

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
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    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
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    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
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Baltimore, Maryland
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“romantic getaway!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 17, 2012

We have stayed with Fred and Joan many times, and as always, everything was wonderful- the room was immaculate, the food (breakfast) was incredible, and the area restaurants were awesome! (The weather was fantastic, too! and the beach was all ours!)

Room Tip: 3rd floor rooms shared the bathroom, however, in the fall, generally only one couple is on 3rd floor...
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  • Stayed October 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Additional Information about Gingerbread House

Also Known As:
Gingerbread House Hotel
Gingerbread House Hotel Cape May
Address: 28 Gurney Street, Cape May, NJ 08204
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Region: United States > New Jersey > Jersey Shore > Cape May
Amenities:
Beach Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Suites
Hotel Style:
Ranked #7 of 50 B&Bs / Inns in Cape May
Price Range: $$
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
A meticulously and elegantly restored 1869 Victorian Bed and Breakfast Inn situated in the historical district and 1/2 block to beach. Period antiques, original watercolors, classical music, Fred's photographs and exquisite woodwork combine with friendly service and attention to detail. Delightful breezes and the sounds of the sea create a comfortable setting amidst the wonderful furnishing of a golden age. Breakfast, fireplace, private baths and guest veranda. ... more   less 

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