Ann Delaney Beach Blog

Author: ann

  • Colors of the Shore

    Some days, our views are limited to shades of gray (this morning).

    And on others, we see a soft pink sky over the ocean (last evening).

    And, an occasional rainbow…

    And, a fiery sunset (also seen from the beach last night)…

  • Do You Know a Buyer?

    This charming cottage needs a new owner.  Do you know someone looking for a beach house in Avalon, NJ?

    3 bedrooms (plus an extra sleeping loft in the stand up attic), 2 baths, central air, gas heat, updated kitchen, and a bonus sitting room.  Outdoor areas:  front porch, back patio area, and sundeck.  Detached 1 car garage and a newer outside shower.  Plenty of off street parking.  Residential neighborhood, yet within walking distance to downtown shops and restaurants.  $739,000 furnished. 

    To view additional pictures: http://www.powerplayrealty.com/sales/detail/248/169-31st-street

    Or contact me: ann@anndelaney.com     Thank you for your help 🙂

  • 2012 Rentals

    We are actively working on setting rental rates and confirming availability for the 2012 season.

    Tim Kerr’s Power Play Realty is a small office- offering personal service to our rental property owners and tenants.

    And, we always appreciate new business!

  • Live Like a Tourist

    How lucky…to live on a beautiful island, and have easy access to other unique seaside communities.

    We spent a few hours in Cape May Point yesterday- walking from the sunken ship to the World War II bunker.  Returned to the street by way of the lighthouse so that we could see the charming cottages surrounded by trees. 

    We were definitely out numbered by the birders…almost as fun to watch as the actual birds!

    It was a good reminder to take advantage of our convenient location- and appreciate the local attractions that draw visitors from much farther away.

  • Free Facials

    Warm salt air, fog, and occasional rain…the makings of a spa day at the beach.

    Steady rain this morning for my walk.  Then bright sunshine.

    From my office window, it looks dark again over the bay.  Might be a challenging few days for outdoor activities!

  • Keeping Me Company

    During the summer months, the beach cleaning tractors keep me company during my morning walk. 

    Yesterday, the beach remained in it’s natural state- the tractors are officially retired for the 2011 season.

    Next up?  As of September 15th (Avalon) and October 1st (Stone Harbor) approved vehicles are permitted on the beach.

    Look both ways when entering from a beach path!

  • Sunny Monday

    Walked by several dedicated beach bums this morning. 

    All were bundled up- with their chairs facing the sun!

    Temperatures expected to be a bit warmer today; with another round of “summer” later this week 🙂

  • September Weather

    This was my view yesterday morning as I walked along the beach.  I wore a light jacket, and the sun was making an effort to warm the air.

    By late morning, the clouds took over and the temperature dropped a few degrees.  The light rain around noon turned into heavy rain at the end of my work day.

    By the time I arrived home, I was SO tempted to turn on the heat.  But the air conditioning was running only a few days before! 

    Just before sunset, the clouds over the bay parted.  The blinding sun looked like a movie spot light on the ocean side homes.  And then…a rainbow.

    Weather forecasts call for temperatures back in the 80’s by mid-week.  Don’t put away those beach chairs yet 🙂

  • Beautiful September Weekend

    Nun’s Beach Surfing Contest is underway.  111th Street and the beach, Stone Harbor. 

    The sky was an incredible mix of colors early this morning.  Beautiful…

    Posted a video, too:  http://www.youtube.com/user/AnnDelaneyBeach?feature=mhsn#p/a/u/0/xiE5Tx3dFc0

    Perfect fall weather for the annual Wings n’ Water Festival- events throughout Avalon, Stone Harbor, and Middle Township.

    And, a busy weekend for real estate showings, too.  Sale activity is picking up!

  • Nuns, Surfers, & Birds…oh my

    Note the hawk on top of the cross at Villa Maria by the Sea retreat house- perfect lead in picture for my post!

    The 16th Annual Nun’s Beach Surf Contest will be held all day Saturday, 9/17.  The IHM Sisters will be on site at 111th Street and the beach in Stone Harbor selling their popular “Nun’s Beach” wear.  For more information, contact Sister James 609-368-5290.

    The 29th Annual Wings n’ Water Festival takes place Saturday and Sunday- with events held at various locations in Avalon and Stone Harbor:   http://wetlandsinstitute.org/