The Dormer House
About this bed and breakfast
Multilingual staff, a lobby fireplace, and free self parking are available at this smoke-free bed & breakfast. WiFi in public areas is free.
Amenities
Internet / Wifi
Parking
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Reviews
4.6/5.0
Outstanding(253 Reviews)
2.0
Enjoyed my stay. My wife is gluten intolerant so every morning they made her an egg breakfast with home fries and bacon. Very accommodating!
3.0
First time visiting Cape May, Booked a few days before the christmas parade weekend without any issue.
My girlfriend and I own a home from around the same time period as the dormer house and we have always liked to see the old architectural elements and the Dormer House has plenty - it has many of the original details still preserved in the common areas.
Rooms are fine for the age of the building, most (all?) have their own private shower+restroom. Bed was pretty comfortable, and I believe it was recently replaced.
They cook the breakfast to order, and it was delicious both days we stayed. The staff was very helpful throughout, Alose close enough to walk to the mall and other shops/ foods
3.0
What a terrific weekend at Dormer house. Nancy is an absolute gem!! The owners are damn lucky to have her
3.0
We had a lovely stay and appreciated the cleanliness and coziness of the Shannon Room. The breakfast was delicious and the location was perfect for walking to the beach and shops.
2.0
Lovely home with nice appointments, delicious breakfasts and cozy & comfortable. Our only concern was the lack of blinds or dark curtains in the bathroom of our room, which left us feeling a bit “over-exposed” when it was dark outside.
5.0
Decoration was very intentional. Staff was great. The place is simple but very clean, well taken care of, and ver very convenient. Loved how close it was to the beach, to the shops, just very central. Would definitely go back.
5.0
The Dormer House is such a lovely place. The breakfasts are amazing as well as the afternoon treats. And the staff is always friendly and helpful.
5.0
Loved our stay here, we will return!
3.0
A great stay at the dormer hotel bed, and breakfast was our first time. It met our expectations and more.
4.0
Good
5.0
The room was very nice. The breakfast each day was excellent. The hosts were very pleasant.
3.0
Breakfast had only one option and we waited 30 minutes for that to be brought out.
5.0
Very nice. A little history of the property would have been nice.
5.0
We loved our stay at the Dormer House! It was clean and quiet. Breakfast was great!
5.0
It was great!
3.0
The Dormer House was so authentically Victorian that we felt transported to another time. Our room was clean, beautiful, and comfortable. The staff was friendly and helpful. They even provided beach chairs and beach towels. One of the best things about the Dormer House is the incredible food: breakfast was delicious and afternoon tea treats were to die for. We really enjoyed our stay.
3.0
We had a good stay! The home was very clean
3.0
Such a wonderful experience, i will definitely be back!
2.0
We’ve stayed at quite a few B&Bs & expected more from a B&B in Cape May which is known for their beautiful homes & hospitality. We booked lat minute & should have been more cautious to find anything available in middle of high season. Check I. Was impersonal, the room was basic without comforts. Linens/pillows, etc were a let down & the bed was very unstable. The list goes on including lack of comfort in grandmoms very outdated home. Breakfast was less than exciting but what was completely WRONG was the lack of help with a food allergy. I notified Celiac disease 2 weeks ahead. No substitutions were made, just do without. Now imagine for the rest of your life you have to do without & everyone has the attitude like this place? How would you feel? Celiac is a disease not a choice don’t make people suffer more for no excuse other than lack of care.
4.0
Great staff and even better location! Really convenient also that they have their own parking lot as parking is a challenge!
5.0
I liked the Victorian ambiance, the breakfast and afternoon tea, the convenient location, the friendly staff, the clean room with a comfortable bed, etc.
3.0
A great B & B. Very nice hot breakfast with home-baked goods. The staff is very accommodating. Good location! They supply beach chairs and towels. I would definitely stay there again. Thanks Nancy for making our stay so enjoyable.
4.0
Very clean nice space. We stayed in the Cottage, was a little disappointed that Expedia’s pictures weren’t accurate and it was not the room with the jetted tub. Only odd thing was that the room has the tiniest garbage can (in a full kitchen) and we were only equipped with two towels and one roll of toilet paper for a 4 night stay. Having a parking lot in this area was amazing. Would stay again!
4.0
Love ❤️ the front porch and parlor!!
5.0
Was a beautiful and relaxing stay! Very comfortable accommodations and so close to both shopping areas as well as beach area. Parking on site was so helpful as parking throughout town was slight or needed to be paid. Breakfast was included and was freshly made! Definitely felt like a home away from home can’t recommend Dormer House enough!!
5.0
The property was clean and quaint. Breakfast was perfect. The cookies were delicious.
2.0
There is no coffee available only one hot water pot. We don't mind checking ourselves in but we would like coffee. Also there was no ice available so if you want to make yourself a drink that's out
3.0
Easy parking, great breakfast. Room location was not listed on the site. Room entry was outside of main entrance using a different (steep with uneven stairs) staircase. Dust accumulation on harder to reach surfaces in room.
5.0
great spot. Highly recommend!
5.0
The Dormer House was very charming & quaint. Our guest room was very well appointed & bright.
I particularly enjoyed the beautiful sun porch where our delicious breakfast was served.
Check-in was very easy, especially since we arrived later in the evening on the first night of our stay. The staff was ver friendly & welcoming.
We would definitely look to stay here again when we travel back to Cape May.
5.0
Cozy and nice place to stay. Breakfast was excellent.
5.0
The Dormer House was very quiet and peaceful, and relaxing. Breakfast was great along with the afternoon Tea & Cookies. The Inn Keeper Nancy was very kind and helpful. We will definitely make plans to stay here again.
5.0
Very pleasant staff. Good breakfasts & clean, charming old house. Cape May in December is very quiet & peaceful but still festive.
5.0
We love it here! A little outdated but it’s an old Victorian Bed & Breakfast. Breakfast is great and the rates are very reasonable. Nancy, the Innkeeper, is so warm and welcoming! We wouldn’t go anywhere else!
2.5
The Dormer House is a beautiful place for a get away to Cape May. Victorian House charm… clean….comfortable room On-site free parking- Amazing breakfast….afternoon teas with cookies saved for you in a bag with your room number! Close to town and the beach!
5.0
Breakfasts d cookies were delicious!!!
4.0
Great location and on site parking which is a big plus, easy walking distance to Washington Square mall and places to eat. Rarely used the car. Our hostess Nancy was very warm and inviting providing good restaurant options and things to see. Breakfast was excellent.
5.0
Our third time back and great location.
5.0
Our 2nd time staying here and our experience was great…again. We will definitely be back in the future!
2.0
Convenient location, nice and quiet. Handy free parking and delicious breakfasts. Staff friendly and helpful.
FAQs
How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Cape May?
The average price for a rental in Cape May is $415 per night. This rental is $176 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Dormer House. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this bed and breakfast. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The Dormer House pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this bed and breakfast is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Dormer House?
We found 2 amenities for this rental. This includes internet / wifi, and parking.
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