Ann Delaney Beach Blog

Category: Life at the Shore

  • Summer Rentals- an update

    Really…it’s still June?  It seems like our summer season arrived ages ago!

    The high demand continues for vacation rentals; and most calls are for reservations within the next few weeks.

    With so many unknowns regarding school and sports schedules, families are hesitant to plan too far in advance.

    Cancellations will continue to be part of our challenging summer season.  

    The quarantine requirements implemented yesterday for those traveling to New Jersey from specific states will be yet another reason for tenants to cancel their shore vacation plans.

    The best visual of the 2020 summer rental business?  An endless  boardwalk game of “Whack a Mole”!

    We are grateful for the patience of property owners and tenants.

    House

     

  • Happy Father’s Day

    One of my sisters found this gem in her collection of old photos!SistersDad

     

  • Saturday Night at the Shore

    By the time I arrived home from work yesterday, our block was filled with people and cars.

    The properties are now occupied by either weekly tenants, or summer home owners and their extended family.

    It’s not your imagination- the island is definitely busier than typical for mid-June!

    One new observation last night:  with the current restrictions in place, there’s no where for anyone to go.

    Every outdoor space was in use-  families playing corn hole on the sidewalk, small groups hanging out on their patio, and dinner/drinks on the sundeck.

    Because it’s a “school night” for those of us who work weekends, I often joke “Don’t they know it’s 9pm?”  as I close up the house for an early bedtime 😉

    I guess THAT’S why it’s so quiet when we are up and out for our early morning beach walk!!

    Sunrise

     

     

     

     

  • Monday Views

    Clouds

  • What’s Open?

    Local update:

    Island hotels and motels are permitted to welcome overnight guests.  Capacity is restricted to 60% occupancy until June 22nd.   Pools and restaurants at the hotels are not open.

    Area restaurants are preparing for outdoor dining.  Once authorized, we will see tables and chairs in unique settings in order to accommodate the demand.

    Retails shops are still restricted to “curbside”  business, yet the municipality will work with the shops to display items outside (similar to a sidewalk sale) starting June 1st.

    Real estate offices remain closed to the public.  Agents are transitioning back to their offices, and rental check in day will be handled curbside (actually more convenient for the tenants!)

    Take out options are varied, and now include cocktails.  Check out the food truck next to the Windrift!

    Windrift

  • Signs of Summer, 2020

    AvaSignSHSign

  • Memorial Day Weekend

    Every weekend since March 14th strikes me as odd.  Living in a tourist town, I have always worked Saturdays and Sundays.

    And while I still may be at a makeshift desk in my family room, there’s not the same sense of urgency or pace.

    This morning, we waited until the rain ended to take our long beach walk.  Could I ever imagine spending a Saturday of Memorial Day weekend on a leisurely walk?

    Path

     

     

     

  • Cottage For Sale- Avalon NJ

    Water Views PLUS the ideal location!

    Enjoy the beach life in this charming south end cottage while finalizing your plans for future construction.

    The project has a head start with a complete set of architect’s plans included in the sale- drawn by Christina Amey Architect, Inc. specifically for this site to capture the sweeping bay views.

    The design for the new 3346 square foot, 3 level home features 5 bedrooms (including 2 master suites), family room, and a study. 4 full baths and 3 powder rooms, laundry room, and decks/porches on every level. In the private rear yard, the plan allows for a pool and cabana to complete the perfect seashore home.

    Beach access just 1 block away through paths on both 57th and 58th Streets.

    For bay enthusiasts, the 57th Street dock is just steps away (swimming and kayaking) and the nearby Avalon Bay Park provides boat launching and docking facilities.

    The expansive Avalon park property along the waterway allows for unobstructed bay views from your future home.

    The cottage will be sold completely furnished, minus contents of the detached 2.5 car garage, and wall hangings in the home.

    For interior and drone pictures: Click Here

    5765 Ocean Drive, Avalon NJ  $1,475,000

    5765Blog

  • Summer Vacations 2020

    My observations from MANY conversations with tenants:

    Those with serious health concerns for themselves or extended family members are not comfortable moving forward with their lease.  All of the CDC guidelines and intense cleaning protocols will not change their perspective.  This is the tenant who will be sad, yet frankly relieved to cancel their plans.

    Others are approaching their vacation rental as an opportunity to FINALLY leave their home and enjoy the shore.  They understand that the situation may not be perfect, but feel overall it’s low risk.  This summer, tenants will come prepared with their own bed pillows and Clorox wipes.  They acknowledge the dining limitations because it’s the same at home.

    With the confirmation of beach openings and the hope for outdoor dining (mid June?), prospective tenants who held off making plans are calling to book. Rental property owners are grateful for the new reservations in their open weeks.

    It’s a bumpy ride, but we are hanging on!

    BeachView

     

  • Summer 2020

    Every summer feels the same…yet different.

    Our beach experiences change as our families grow older.  The pace differs depending on the ages of our children and grandchildren.

    We love the nostalgia of “do you remember when?” conversations-  especially as we visit our favorite spots.

    So how will 2020 line up with our shore memories?

    I just don’t know…

    So I will try to be patient and grateful,  AND take deep breaths along the way.

    IMG_20200515_070305