Ann Delaney Beach Blog

Category: Life at the Shore

  • 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!

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  • 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.

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  • Beach Days

    The local beaches will be open for full use as of  Friday May 22nd.

    Memorial Day weekend will look and feel a bit different this year, yet we remain grateful to be here…

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  • Looking Forward…

    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.”

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  • Beach Tag Booth- Avalon

    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:   Letter from Avalon Mayor regarding Beach Tags

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  • Beach walk scheduled for May 8th!

    That’s my plan if the rumors of a May 8th opening are true 😎

    Beach access will be limited to walking, running, and fishing.

    It’s a start!

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  • Seven Mile Miles

    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 😎

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  • Service With A Smile (behind a mask)

    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.

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  • Stalking nearby beaches!

    The seawall in North Wildwood is open for walkers, and provides an unobstructed view of the sunrise…and Stone Harbor in the distance!

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  • Best Guess?

    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.

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