The Abbey (John B. McCreary House) in Cape May

Renovations complete (7/21/12) to include new kitchens and baths, redecorated front parlor and library, new porches, air conditioning, new bedding and completely new exterior paint!! This historic gem is the most photographed home in Cape May. Built in 1869 by a wealthy Pennsylvania coal baron, John McCreary, its architecture is a mix of Victorian elegance meeting Gothic Revival. Architect Stephen Button designed this beautiful Gothic villa to feature a 60' tower with an unbelievable 360 degree view of the Atlantic Ocean and Cape May.  He also designed her with stenciled and ruby glass arched windows. This home features 4 large public rooms, 9 bedrooms and 9 1/2 baths (mixture of double beds, queen and single beds), all richly decorated with antiques, chandeliers, mahogany trim, high celings and Persian carpets. Shaded verandas and porches offer relaxing spaces for reading, watching the horse-drawn carriages go by or enjoying the summer breezes. Our location in the heart of Cape May's historic district puts you within walking distance of great shopping, restaurants, art galleries and, of course, our wonderful beaches and cool Atlantic Ocean. There is on-site parking for 10 cars and a large side yard for bbqs, games, weddings and family gatherings and more. A large modern kitchen renovated in 2012 will feature granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry and new flooring.  A second galley kitchen will also feature stainless steel appliances, granite countertops as well as custom cabinetry.  All bathrooms have undergone renovation as well. Rates range from $4500-11000 weekly; the nightly rate ranges from $1000-1300. Originally a B&B for many years, this property will be available for whole house vacation rentals beginning June 30, 2012.  New photos will be posted once renovations are complete.

9 bedrooms that sleep 20 in beds and an addiional 6 in convertible beds for a total of 26.

9.5 bathrooms

1 large modern kitchen, newly remodeled 2012; 1 galley kitchen, newly remodeled 2012

1 block from the beach

1 block from shopping, restaurants, recreation

wraparound porch

large back deck

on-site parking for 10 cars

air conditioning

period furniture and decorations but with modern amenities

beach

promenade

bicycle rental

restaurants

lighthouse

shopping

boating

whale and dolphin watching

parasailing

golf

zoo

antiquing

bird watching

spa

Jan 1-12:  $4800; $1100 per night except New Years:  $1400/nite

Jan 12-Apr 6: $4200; $1100 per night;

Apr 6-May 25: $5900; $1100-1300 per night

May 25- June 15:  $7000; $1100-1300 per night;

June 15-22:  $8200

June 22-29:  $9500

June 29-July 20:  $11,000 per week;

July 20-Aug 10:  $12,00 per week

Aug 10-Aug 24:  $10,000;

Aug 24-Aug 31:  $8200

Aug 31-Sept 7:  $7800; $1400 per night for Labor Day weekend

Sept 7-Oct 5: $6800; $1300 per night;

Oct 5-Oct 26:  $5900; $1100 per night

Oct 26-Jan 1:  $4800; $1100 per night except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years:  $1400/nite