Wildwood, NJ
Back Bay Cottage near Wildwood & Cape May
Restored 1940s fisherman's cottage right on the back bay — decks, sunsets, and wildlife, 5 minutes to the beach.
About this place
Wake up to the marsh and fall asleep to spectacular sunset views. This freshly renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath 1940s fisherman's cottage sits directly on the back bay in Wildwood's laid-back Shawcrest neighborhood — just a 5-minute drive to Wildwood's free beaches, boardwalk, restaurants, and amusements, close enough for the action, far enough for a quiet night at home.
Outside, the rear deck is made for golden-hour views of the coastal wetlands — watch the egrets, crabs, and herons feed during high tide, or relax with a beverage and watch the boats drift by through the nearby channel. Inside, the space is bright and comfortable with lots of natural light and vintage charm, recently renovated with modern amenities while keeping its original character.
Relax on the front porch, rinse off in the outdoor shower after a long beach day, and end it all watching the sky turn pink over the wetlands. You can literally see Cape May from the back deck, and Stone Harbor and Avalon are a very short drive away.
Highlights
- Sleeps 4 · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
- Bayfront deck with wetland sunset views
- Restored 1940s fisherman's cottage
- Outdoor shower + front and rear porches
- 5 min to Wildwood beaches · 10 min to Cape May
The space
- Main bedroom
- King bed (second floor) with room-darkening shades
- Secondary bedroom
- Full bed (first floor) with room-darkening shades
- Bath & laundry
- Remodeled second-floor bath with tiled shower, plus separate laundry room with washer and dryer
- Living room
- Bright and cozy with sofa, chair, smart TV, board games, and back-bay views
- Kitchen
- Full-size galley kitchen with stainless appliances, gas stove, microwave, toaster, Keurig, and full cookware
- Outdoor
- Front and rear decks over the wetlands plus a seasonal outdoor shower with hot and cold water
Amenities
Kitchen & dining
- Full galley kitchen
- Stainless appliances + gas stove
- Keurig coffee maker
- Microwave & toaster
- Cookware, dishes & utensils
Comfort
- Split AC & heating units
- Wi-Fi throughout
- Smart TV
- Board games
- Washer & dryer
- Room-darkening shades
Outdoor
- Bayfront rear deck
- Front porch
- Seasonal outdoor shower
- Wetland & wildlife views
- Beach access nearby
Practical
- Free street parking + adjacent lot
- Smart-lock self check-in
- Dog-friendly (pre-approval + fee)
- Starter essentials provided
- Exterior security camera
Where you'll be
- In Wildwood's Shawcrest neighborhood, directly on the back bay.
- 5-minute drive to Wildwood and Wildwood Crest's free beaches and boardwalk.
- 10-minute drive to downtown Cape May — visible from the back deck.
- 10 minutes to the bay beaches; 15 minutes to Stone Harbor.
- Walking distance to Jersey Shore favorite Hooked Up Seafood.
Good to know
- Brand-new listing on Airbnb — be one of the first to stay.
- Primary renter must be 30 or older; up to 4 registered guests.
- One well-behaved, house-broken dog welcome with pre-approval and a $25/day pet fee.
- Quiet hours outdoors 10 PM – 7 AM; no parties or events.
- Non-smoking property; no open flames or candles.
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