Only rain so far in Avalon and Stone Harbor, NJ. Â Earlier, I checked out the inlet without getting completely drenched from the ocean spray (just a little salty!)
Will post snow pictures (??) tomorrow on Twitter.
Category: Life at the Shore
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Weather?
Winter weather at the shore is a roller coaster of temperatures and conditions.
The wind is a huge factor of course:  north west = COLD; north east = stormy/damp; south west = a winter reprieve; and south east  = a chilly spring like day.
Still worthwhile to dress accordingly…and enjoy the views!
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Shore House Odors
Yesterday, I previewed a totally renovated townhouse on the bay.  Custom kitchen and baths, beautiful wood floors, attractive furnishings…AND a plug in air freshener that took my breath away!
The owner may believe the scent adds to the appeal, but I assume it’s covering up a problem. Â And potential buyers could have the same reaction.
Shore properties are closed up for long periods of time. Â Plug in air fresheners (even the scented oil diffusers) are just too strong for the space.If you want to eliminate a damp smell (after confirming it’s not caused by water issues in the crawl space or a leak), I suggest Damp Rid.
The crystals absorb moisture and remove musty smells without adding a fake, perfume odor.
Potential tenants, buyers…and their real estate agents…will appreciate the difference!
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Open or Closed?
This is a tough time of year. Â Many island business owners take a well deserved break, and others keep the lights on for the loyal year round patrons.There are breakfast, lunch, and dinner options (not just Wawa!)
You can still buy a bottle of wine from Fred’s, or a trash can from Seashore Ace.
And, several gift/clothing shops offer weekend hours.
See? Â It’s not THAT quiet!
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Summer Rentals
A good day to think about a beach vacation!http://www.powerplayrealty.com/rentals
Search our web site for ideas…and then contact me for more specifics:  ann@anndelaney.com
Thank you for your business and referrals!
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Back to the COLD!
Returned last night from a fun week in Naples, Florida with my sisters.  As each of us approached the half century mark (gulp!) we talked about a girls’ getaway to celebrate (wait…is celebrate the right word?).  We finally got our act together in time for the “baby’s” birthday 😉
We managed to share a house (and 2 of us shared a room) without reenacting the fights from our teen years when we last lived under one roof!
And, we continued the tradition of crashing the pool at the Ritz. Â As kids, the Concord was our pool of choice (too difficult to get in to the Golden Inn or Windrift). Â Now, we at least buy lunch/drinks (spending a fair amount of money) , and THEN enjoy the afternoon on their comfortable lounge chairs.
