With guidence from our local officials, we are once again able to process vacation rental leases for the summer.
We have a variety of options available starting in June.
For more details, visit our website: Tim Kerr Sotheby’s International Realty
I am familiar with the properties and happy to help finalize your plans.
ann.delaney@timkerrsir.com
Notice from the Mayor of Avalon NJ:
 Seasonal rentals may begin as early as Monday, May 11th for individuals who wish to spend the entire summer in one location, to vacation or work for the summer. This schedule is consistent with the advice from health professionals to stay in one domicile. The schedule also allows both transient rentals of less than 30 days, and hotel/motel rentals of a maximum occupancy of 60%, to begin on June 1st, and full motel/hotel occupancy allowable on June 22nd.
For the full letter, click HERE
I am expecting Stone Harbor to follow similar guidelines. Will post when official.
This quote posted on Twitter from novelist Connie Schultz says it all:
“Today is Wednesday. We are living in a time of dreams deferred, but not extinguished. This is not our forevermore. Let’s take care of ourselves and cheer for one another. And right now, let’s breathe.”
5/7/20- Update – due to the extension of the Governor’s directive, the beach tag booth will not open this weekend. The Mayor of Avalon stated that the preseason discount rate will be extended through the month of June.
The beach tag booth at 30th Street in Avalon (adjacent to the Community Hall) will be open weekends starting this Saturday.
Seasonal tags cost $25 each.
More informations from the Borough of Avalon web site:Â Â Letter from Avalon Mayor regarding Beach Tags
We have completely covered ALL of the Avalon and Stone Harbor quadrants during our daily “quarantine walks”.
So this morning, we ventured over to Sea Isle City.
Obviously we aren’t the only dedicated walkers looking for a change of scenery- we waived to a fellow Stone Harbor resident on Landis Avenue!
Fascinating to see the different neighborhoods up close, and of course, the awesome water views 😎
I wonder if some of the conveniences offered by local businesses can remain in place after the crisis?
For instance, I returned Comcast equipment the other day on behalf of a property owner- and wow, what an easy process (compared to past experiences).
And how about: take out food delivered to the back of your car, streamlined drop off for car service at the dealership, and CVS mailing prescriptions?
Social distancing guidelines will require changes to the way our office does business, too. And in the process, we hope to make the rental check in routine more efficient.
Change is hard. But change can also help us to improve. That’s the goal.
Property owners and summer tenants are asking for my thoughts on this summer.
Of course I don’t know…but I will share my current expectations:
1) The local municipalities will want to avoid a mad rush to the shore, therefore, Memorial Day weekend will have to be low key.
2) The mayors are working together on a limited opening of the beaches in May (exercise and fishing only)- possibly for specific hours of the day.
3) Second homeowners will be officially welcomed back, yet the ban on short term rentals and hotel guests is likely to extend until after Memorial Day weekend. This will allow for a “soft” opening.
4) Restaurants are requesting flexibility with towns regarding outside seating.
5) When beaches fully open, social distancing requirements will be expected.
Looking for “views” on a dreary day:
The Armacost Park on 74th and Ocean Drive, and the Stone Harbor public marina on 80th and the bay.
Today’s long walk included my childhood neighborhood in Avalon.
Although I’ve lived and worked on the island forever, I find that walking past a specific location or building triggers long ago memories.
The slower pace of our lives has allowed me this gift.
My husband and I started dating in high school, so he is often part of those stories and tolerates my nostalgia!
For example- from the 55th Street Bay Park, the neighborhood kids would take row boats or a Sunfish over to the sandy beach near the end of Fourth Avenue that we considered our “swimming hole” 😎
The owner of Relax Concierge (a successful linen and beach equipment rental company) responded to my recent post regarding expectations for Summer 2020:
All owners should have 2 sets of bedding for each bed ( comforters, mattress pads, pillows). Even if they aren’t cleaned each week it gives the bedding a week to rest.   I recommend this anyway for when renters mistakenly take home a pillow sham. It drives some tenants crazy. I totally get it.
Owners should arrange for some extra cleaning time.  Create a cleaning check list that includes all touch surfaces like door handles, light switches, railings that are not normally on cleaning schedule. Possibly also include the surface checklist to show renters what was done for peace of mind.
Houses with really nice kitchens will be at a premium since many guests will probably prefer to dine in more often.
I’m hopeful that our linen service will be still desired since guests may not want to bring from home and that our guests know we take cleaning very seriously.  I will continue to post about our cleaning procedures as we prepare to reopen.Â
All the best,
Erin
Regarding the additional cleaning, our agency has discussed extending the change over time to allow cleaning services the opportunity to tackle the extra tasks.