The house is beautiful and well maintained. Well stocked with everything you may need for your stay and more!
Fabulous property with wonderful hosts! Our family rented this property in the week leading up to labor day. We had a blast! Several things went into making this a great trip: * The entire process of booking the property was very quick as we got a response immediately from Sara. * After the booking we received a welcome package advising us on directions, what we could do along the way, the things we could do once we got here, the best places to eat depending on what one is looking for, how to work the air-conditioning, how to set-up the wifi and entertainment system, etc. It was very thorough covering everything one needed to know. * We were met at the house by Justin who gave us a tour and answered any questions we had about the house and the area. * We found the house to be well stocked with everything that we needed for the stay right down to the smallest detail. We had bikes, beach equipment, beach tags, games, children's toys, books for all ages etc. It was pretty obvious that a lot of thought and care had been taken to ensure that our needs were covered. * Sara and Justin were wonderful hosts, managing the balance of being non-intrusive while checking to ensure that we were doing fine and answering any questions that arose. * The house is more than 200 years old and has the charm to reflect it. The large back yard was great for our toddler to run around in. * The area is lovely and we enjoyed cycling to the beaches and viewing the many old victorian houses that line them. All in all, we count the trip among the best we have had
Beautiful and spacious house. Very comfortable and completely equipped for a vacation at the Cape. The house is tastefully decorated and furnished with everything needed for a family vacation. The yard is large and well kept with lots of room for croquet, horse shoes and the other games that the hosts thoughtfully provide. The location allows easy access to the beach and state parks, as well as cycling routes and excursions to farms, marinas, restaurants, wineries and breweries. A great place to relax and unwind and enjoy everything the Cape has to offer. We’re very happy we chose to spend our family time at The Mermaid and the Whale!
Great House! We needed a place for our family to converge with six adults, a 3 1/2 year old and a one year old. This house was perfect. Plenty of room inside and outside for the kids to roam, lots of historic wonderfulness. Well appointed kitchen with all-clad pans in marked contrast to most vrbo/airb&b, and in a first, there were good quality, very sharp knives! This house is conveniently located on the main road into town and is just a little over a mile from the beach. easy bicycle ride or quick car trip. Everything you need for the beach is there including one of those Tony Bahama beach carts to load everything on. It feels like home -- well stocked kitchen with olive oil, flour, sugar, etc. and even readywhip in the cooler, and plenty of amenities in bathrooms .... your choice of shampoo! We cooked in so appreciated the great local butcher shop a few blocks into town, and a good fish shop in town where they had fillets of fresh caught local tuna, oysters, and flounder. Great farm store a couple of blocks in as well with locally grown veggies. Sara is wonderful -- very responsive, We all loved it and would happily return.
Beautiful home perfect for families. Everything you could possible want or need in a vacation home. Only downside is the stairs may be a challenge for some elderly folks.
This was one of the best houses I have ever rented. It was perfect for 7 of us who used it as a base for biking and birding. Sara has thought of everything you could need so we didn't have to worry about bringing stuff - just our clothing. She was quickly available for any questions. The house itself is also very interesting and it was fun to read about its history. We all want to come back when the weather is a little warmer to enjoy the outside area. Thank you Sara for helping us to have a great time!
Unbelievable Hosts for an Unbelievable House. The Irick's were the most amazing hosts. I cannot say enough how thoughtful they were. The house is so precise with all the amenities you need - from the HUGE washer/dryer to the provided beach tags. Every detail was perfect. The house has a great backyard for cooking out and relaxing. The three separate living rooms were helpful for our larger group because people could work in one while others were playing games or relaxing in the others. So many wonderful amenities in Cape May that were great for adults and kids alike. The distance to the beach was entirely manageable and wasn't too long for a bike ride or jog. The birding was also amazing; there's a beautiful bird sanctuary right near by. I will be returning without a doubt. Thanks Irick's!
Lovely home close to beach and Cape May downtown area. Great for families! The home was great for our multi-generational family. Great dining area and very well equipped kitchen. Coming furnished with bed linens and towels made the visit so much easier. From 4 to 84 years old, we recommend this home!
Comfortable and Nostalgic. We enjoyed our stay in this comfortable and nostalgic farmhouse. This home will instantly connect with whomever enters it, with its inviting atmosphere. The sunsets were beautiful and visible from every room in the front of the house. It was obvious that the owners put a lot of thought and consideration when preparing all the amenities for this rental. Even the kitchen had everything stocked. As you enter each room every detail and convenience is met. Our family will never forget the memories we created there. It was one of our favorite vacations and we would definitely rent it again.
This house is perfect for the idyllic Cape May vacation! I was aware that this was a new property to rent, and was expecting a few kinks--but it was outstanding--no issues at all. The thought and personal touches that the homeowners have put into the Mermaid and the Whale (love the name!) is incredible and very cozy. This is one of the first beach vacations where I didn't need to pack everything, including the kitchen sink. The sheets, beach chairs, towels, cooking supplies, bikes and other needed items were all provided (and perhaps even nicer than what I have at home!). With a one year old and three year old in tow, this house made what could have been stressful, an absolute dream vacation. Plus, there is so much to do in Cape May itself, and the location of this house is perfect! I can not rate the Mermaid and the Whale high enough! The owners--Justin and Sara--were amazing as well. They ensured that we had everything we needed and were great to communicate with when renting this house. My family has now found its go-to vacation home for any-time of year! Highly recommend that all take advantage of staying at the Mermaid and the Whale!
Beautiful historic home with lots of amenities. My wife and I had a wonderful stay at the mermaid and the whale house last month. The house is super charming and is very nicely decorated. For the price we weren't expecting such a great amenities such as modern kitchen, washer/dryer, huge yard with hammocks and free use of bikes. The distance to the beach wasn't a big problem bc cape may isn't one of those towns where parking is impossible. We ended up mostly touring around on the bikes. Really enjoyed the Beach Plum farm and recommend riding over there for meals or showing your kids the animals. Also recommend Panicos restaurant which is walking distance. Owners were very nice folks and seemed really interested in making our stay special. Will definitely be back if it's available.
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