Inn

805 Stockton Ave, Cape May, NJ

Built in 1883, this impeccably restored Victorian bed and breakfast offers an elegant coastal escape in the heart of America’s original seaside resort town. Located just steps from the ocean, the boutique property features two expansive verandahs that overlook a garden certified as a Wildlife Habitat. Uniquely styled rooms are adorned with period antiques and modern private baths. Guests enjoy an on-site cozy sitting room with a seasonal fireplace, a fresh scratch-made daily buffet breakfast highlighting local produce, and exclusive access to afternoon tea served at its nearby sister property, The Queen Victoria.

Part of our guide to independent stays in New Jersey.