1136 Washington Street, Cape May

Welcome home to 1136 Washington Street, in historic seaside Cape May. This traditional cozy Whaler’s Cottage was built in 1880. It has been beautifully updated with the luxury of modern amenities while maintaining the charm of a historic home. Offering 2,231 square feet of living space, this three-bedroom home includes two full bathrooms, a newly renovated eat in kitchen, and attic space for additional sleeping quarters and/or storage space. It also has parking for multiple cars, and a spacious backyard for outdoor entertaining. As you walk up to the home, you are greeted by a lovely sitting porch with a view of beautiful tree-lined Washington Street. Upon walking through the front door, you are taken in by the lovely foyer that is tastefully decorated to represent life at the beach. The original staircase leads to the second floor, which overlooks the formal dining area complete with a gas fire place that connects directly to the gorgeous, newly remodeled eat-in kitchen. No detail was overlooked in the kitchen, which features quartz counter tops, sea glass tile back splash, farm house sink, ceramic tile floor, new GE appliances, breakfast bar, and freestanding island for the open concept that modern lives crave. The first-floor also gives way to a large family/living room off the kitchen. It's perfect for gathering and entertaining, complete with a gas fireplace and storage. There is space for an in-home office or first floor guest room and a full first floor bathroom. An extra for this floor is the charming sun porch currently set up for enjoying the perfect cup of coffee or tea in the afternoon. As you climb the stairs to the second floor you are greeted by a landing that leads you directly into the bathroom of your dreams. This bathroom is complete with a large vanity, floor to ceiling tiled shower, fireplace, and a claw foot soaking tub that leads to a private deck, giving you the feeling of having your own spa. This floor also includes the master suite which is connected to the private upper-level deck, two spacious bedrooms, and a quaint laundry area. The attic is the perfect example of great use of space. This area could be used as an additional place for guests to sleep or for an area for all your storage needs. It is beautifully decorated with all the charm this historic home has to offer. Also, there is central air and forced air heating throughout the home, and multiple ventless gas fireplaces for extra ambiance and heating. The outdoor area is complete with a deck and lovely paver patio area, great for grilling and entertaining. This space also has a shed for additional storage needs and a drive way for multiple cars. 1136 Washington is located within walking distance of the Washington Street Mall, restaurants, shops, parks, tennis courts, historic Physick Estate, and just a short walk to the marina district and the world-famous beaches of Cape May!