This picture is deceiving.Â
Watching the forecast on TV and checking the outside thermometer can be as well.Â
I often leave the house feeling a bit over-layered for a walk, but I know there can be a major difference in “weather” once I reach the beach!Â
We are grateful for the sun, more moderate temperatures, and signs of spring around the island. Dress warm, and enjoy the weekend 🙂
So far…so good.Â
It looks like Avalon and Stone Harbor will miss most of the heavy rain- at least for today.
The ocean is churning, and lapping the beach paths at high tide.Â
Repeat after me: “it’s almost spring…it’s almost spring…it’s almost spring” 🙂
The beach parking lot adjacent to the boardwalk in Avalon, NJ serves as a temporary staging area for modular home components. Â
Once the site work is complete, multiple pieces are delivered to the lot and assembled.
Modular construction has found its niche in our market. The company reps promote moderate cost savings, and a quick turn around time for completion.
Found on my morning walk:  Monday’s newspaper (yesterday’s high winds “delivered” it one block down); 2 swinging storm doors (secured both); fresh salt air and natural vitamin D.
Chilly temperatures earlier, but less wind and bright sunshine will warm us through the day.
New on the market today in Avalon, NJ:
3 bedroom, 2 full bath 2nd floor condominium unit located just 1/2 block to the beach. Exterior and interior renovations. Quality furnishings, appliances, and electronics included- completely turn key! $559,000.
AÂ link to the Multiple Listing information and interior pictures:
http://CapeMay.fnismls.com/publink/default.aspx?GUID=29b1b5f1-92fd-48e6-8bf7-f7416f131655&Report=Yes
And,videos on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/AnnDelaneyBeach
Strong rental history, stable condo association, and an excellent location. A true carefree retreat at the shore! Questions? ann@anndelaney.com
Thank you for your interest!
The “waves” in the sand verify the recent shift in wind direction.
Spring moisture arrives with the predominate south and southeast winds; keeping  it cooler (and damp!) by the ocean.
A light drizzle this morning for my walk. Heavier rain expected later 🙁
I took this amazing picture today during my morning walk, and posted it on Twitter. Decided to share it on my blog, too.
Incredible views and fresh salt air air motivate me to bundle up for the beach each day…plus cheaper than joining a gym 😉
Welcome to March!
Spring at the shore is typically a few degrees colder than on the mainland. And, there’s that “wee bit of dampness” in the air (must be why the Irish love the shore??)
Have a great weekend…
As detailed on the Shore News Today twitter feed:Â http://shorenewstoday.com/
Avalon and Stone Harbor, NJ will benefit from an emergency beach fill program funded through the Army Corps of Engineers.
In Avalon, the beaches between 16th and 30th Street will receive new sand. In Stone Harbor, sand will be pumped on the beaches 90th Street south to the last jetty adjacent to the point. Non-emergency funds will be used to add additional sand north of 90th Street.
I will provide updates on this major project through the spring.
There has always been at least one “you know that house” on the island - discussed at cocktail parties and pointed out to visitors. When I was young, it was Ed McMahon’s house on 18th Street. Then there was the elegant home at 40th and First Avenue (now being re-built). And of course, the modest homes in the high dunes were replaced with mini-mansions over the years.
In 1999, the “Marble House” became the most talked about home in town. It was for sale a few years back- without success. It’s on the market again for $7,500,000.
http://CapeMay.fnismls.com/publink/default.aspx?GUID=8c80759a-acef-411e-9d29-2056374d13c4&Report=Yes
If you know anyone looking for a unique dune front home in Avalon…please let me know 🙂