The Dormer House offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Cape May Beach and Washington Street Mall. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, Wildwood Boardwalk and Sunset Beach are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.
Georgetown, DE (GED-Sussex County) - 138 min drive
Restaurants
‪The Mad Batter Restaurant and Bar - ‬7 min walk
‪Taco Caballito Tequileria - ‬7 min walk
‪Madison's Bakery - ‬6 min walk
‪Ugly Mug Bar & Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
‪Fins Bar & Grille - ‬8 min walk
About this property
The Dormer House
The Dormer House offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Cape May Beach and Washington Street Mall. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, Wildwood Boardwalk and Sunset Beach are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.
At a glance
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Hotel size
13 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Water dispenser
Services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Fireplace in lobby
Communal living room
Room amenities
Stay connected
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property is closed during January, February, and March.
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is The Dormer House currently open?
The property is closed during January, February, and March.
Are pets allowed at The Dormer House?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Dormer House?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Dormer House?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at The Dormer House?
No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a casino, but Gateway 26 Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.
What's the area around The Dormer House like?
The Dormer House is a short 6-minute walk from Cape May Beach and 6 minutes' walk from Washington Street Mall.
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Reviews
The Dormer House Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Location
9.6
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, generous, and exceptional by multiple guests. (123 reviews)
The property offers convenient and free on-site parking, a highly appreciated amenity in the area. (19 reviews)
The property is within walking distance to the beach, offering a convenient and relaxing beach experience. (22 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
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Reviews
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 2, 2026
Very nice place Simple and quiet
Breakfast was very good People staying there where all nice
Ronald
Ronald, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 21, 2025
Beautiful up kept place with delicious breakfasts and cookies
Very Victorian!
Antonio
Antonio, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 18, 2025
Excellent friendly staff. Very clean room and great parking lot
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 16, 2025
The Dormer House staff were warm and welcoming and room was spotless. Huge, delicious breakfast served daily along with tea and cookies each afternoon. Great stay!
Patricia
Patricia, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2025
The staff and food were wonderful!
Dustin
Dustin, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 12, 2025
Great location very nice place
jeff
jeff, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 18, 2025
Good location, clean facilities and very nice staff
Joel
Joel, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 2, 2026
The staff was wonderful. The breakfasts were
delicious. We loved the common areas and thought they were nicely decorated for Christmas. The outdoor Christmas decorations were great too.The location was perfect and walkable to everything we did. We would stay there again.
Julie
Julie, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 19, 2025
Nancy, the hostess, welcomed us as we checked in. The room was comfortable and clean.
Lee
Lee, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Sep 21, 2025
Close to shopping and restaurants
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2025
Very clean and wonderful staff!
Deborah
Deborah, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2025
Central location, friendly people, and excellent breakfasts. Would recommend for a weekend visit or longer!
Nancy
Nancy, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2025
The Dormer House is a perfect Bed and Breakfast. Everything was clean and welcoming. Nancy, who is the on-site manager, is warm and friendly. Breakfast was delicious! And it was so beautifully decorated for Christmas!
Janice
Janice, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2025
Friendly staff, comfortable accommodations, and great location
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Sep 24, 2025
Breakfast was very good.
Walt
Walt, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2025
We have stayed here a few times and love the convenience of being a short walk from everything we like to do. The property is beautiful and we love sitting on the front porch for tea!
Regina
Regina, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2025
Loved my stay, breakfast was fantastic, tea was lovely, and the location was so convenient to everything.
Abigail
Abigail, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2025
Very nice served breakfast.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2025
Our favorite place to stay in Cape May. Welcoming and comfortable, friendly staff, great breakfast, cozy touches, and great location!
Claire
Claire, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 24, 2025
A perfect stay in the heart of Cape May
This is a charming bed-and-breakfast right in the heart of historic Cape May. Very easy to walk to the shops and restaurants on Washington Street. Also an easy walk to the beach. Everything is so nice.
Dawn
Dawn, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 18, 2025
Nancy and staff were fantastic!very accommodating and even recommended a better room for us! Breakfast absolutely delicious! Rooms were clean- just a bit dated.
We would absolutely recommend and stay again.
Linda and Bill
Linda and Bill, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 8, 2025
The room and bathroom were clean. Angie was courteous and mad our stay very pleasant. The complementary breakfast was delicious and took the worry out of choosing another place to eat.
Ryon
Ryon, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2025
The property is in a great location that is walkable to the beach, shops, and restaurants. Breakfast was delicious and the staff was very friendly and welcoming. The off street parking is a big plus!
Christopher
Christopher, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2025
Easy check in, convenient parking, great location-everywhere we went was in walking distance.
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 11, 2025
Very nice breakfast included. Great location to Washington Street mall and area shops and restaurants. Free parking. Lovely porch to rock, people watch and enjoy a glass of wine. Overall a great place.