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Cape May,NJ 08204
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,837 sqft
Price per Sqft $1,321
MLS Listing ID 252037
Style Victorian,Three Story
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Year Built 1868
Annual Tax Amount $12,202
Tax Year 2024
Property Sub-Type Single Family
Property Description
This iconic showcase home, referred to as the Joseph Hall Cottage, is widely recognized as one of Cape May's most beautiful and desirable properties. Perfectly situated on Cape May's most sought-after Hughes Street, its ideal location provides the perfect blend of charm, serenity and walking distance proximity to all of Cape May's attractions, including the beach, Washington Street Mall, Dining, and cultural destinations. Spanning 2,837 square feet over three stories, this gracious residence offers 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a powder room, seamlessly blending 19th-century elegance and charm with 21st-century luxury and convenience. A major renovation in 2010 — including all new mechanical systems, professionally designed kitchen and bathrooms (two with heated tile floors) ensures lasting comfort and function, while original hardwood flooring, stained glass windows, stunning woodwork, bay windows, and pocket doors preserve the home's rich character. Upstairs, the second floor features a beautifully designed, serene master suite with ample closet space and a luxurious ensuite bath (featuring dual vanities set upon a premium granite countertop, large designer tile shower, and a private water closet), as well as a comfortable guest bedroom, a beautifully tiled second full bath and a comfortable and convenient sitting room. The third floor provides two additional bright, cheery bedrooms, and a stunning third full guest bath complete with a stylish tiled shower and original clawfoot tub. Significant upgrades include a 3-zone A/C system, a 5-zone heating system, a new boiler and hot water storage tank, and new electric and plumbing lines throughout. The exterior showcases a brand new fully rebuilt solid mahogany front porch, professional landscaping, a cost-effective irrigation well with new pump, and a gas line plumbed for outdoor grilling. A large hot/cold outdoor shower is conveniently located off the laundry room — perfect after a day at the beach. At the rear of the large lot, a rare piece of Cape May history awaits: the original two-seat “privy”, converted long ago to serve as the shed — an exceedingly rare find. The oversized hardscaped driveway/parking area accommodates at least seven vehicles, a true luxury in this prime downtown location. The picturesque Joseph Hall Cottage has been widely featured in countless publications over the years, both local and national. Art lovers will appreciate that renowned artist Thomas Kinkade was inspired by this very home, producing a painting titled “Victorian Autumn”, a print of which is displayed in the dining room. Whether you're seeking a primary residence, a grand vacation retreat, or a showpiece in your portfolio, this one-of-a-kind home is your ideal choice in historic Cape May. Call today for additional information or to schedule a private tour!
Location
State NJ
County Cape May
Area Cape May
Zoning R-S
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room,Dining Room,Kitchen,Den/TV Room,Breakfast Nook,Laundry/Utility Room,See Remarks
Interior
Hot Water Gas- Natural
Heating Gas Natural,Baseboard,Forced Air,Hot Water,Multi-Zoned
Cooling Central Air Condition,Multi Zoned
Exterior
Exterior Feature Porch,Storage Building,Cable TV,Sidewalks,Outside Shower,Sprinkler System
Parking Features Parking Pad,See Remarks
Building
Lot Description Inside Lot,Island,Historical District
Sewer City
Water City
Structure Type Wood
New Construction No
Others
Virtual Tour https://youtu.be/p9KLpZ5ZTdI