The Sandpiper
29 Perry Street, Cape May
609-898-8600
sandpipercapemay.com
Number of rooms: 5; Summer price range: $199-$699
The Sandpiper is a condotel—each of the 51 units in this beachfront building is privately owned, but rentals are managed by Cape Resorts (which also runs the Congress Hall and other properties in Cape May and Atlantic City). The building has a lobby and concierge service, plus outdoor pool, beach changing rooms and showers, sauna, game room, exercise room, and lounge.
The units are beachy-keen—a lot of cool whites, shell and wood accents, and plenty of space to stretch out and relax. The units come in two sizes: one bedroom, one bath; and two bedrooms, two baths. All units come with full kitchens, living rooms, washer and dryer, and private balconies. All but four have ocean views. Staying at the Sandpiper is more like dropping your stuff at your friend’s Shore house than renting a room. Rentals are available from late March through New Year’s Day.