West Cape May is a rural, residential "sleepy hamlet" known as the "Lima Bean Capital of the World" due to its agricultural heritage. The "funkier side of Cape May" offers an artistic, bohemian sensibility that contrasts with its Victorian neighbor.
This charming borough celebrates its farming roots with the annual Lima Bean Festival in October (Columbus Day weekend)—the world's only such celebration. Beach Plum Farm, a 62-acre historic working farm, supplies local restaurants with fresh produce and offers agritourism experiences.
Wine lovers appreciate Willow Creek Winery, set on a 200-year-old, 50-acre vineyard. Nature enthusiasts find world-class birding at South Cape May Meadows, 200 acres of preserved wetlands on the Atlantic Flyway. It's the perfect destination for those seeking Cape May's charm with a laid-back, agricultural twist.