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  • A Different Shore

    We recently won an over-night stay at an Atlantic City Casino/Hotel at a local charity function.  Even though we live just a short drive away…it’s a completely different “shore” experience.

    The Atlantic City casinos don’t want visitors to know that they are surrounded by water.  We had a nice view from our room…but that was the only time we saw daylight!

    Smoking is a more prevalent than I realized.  The “smoking sections” are scattered around the casino floor, circulating the smell throughout the facility- yuck!

    The Pier (formally Ocean One) has great dining options…and ocean views on the top floor. And, the outlets at the Walk offer a nice variety of shops.  Expensive parking and creepy restrooms are the biggest disadvantages.

    Back home in our peaceful beach community- I prefer our low key “Jersey Shore”  😉

  • Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary Tours

    Plans for the weekend?  Be sure to participate in the “moonlight tour” of the nature trails through the Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary.  The FREE guided tour starts at 7pm on the Second Avenue side of the sanctuary (114th Street)- and will be held both Saturday and Sunday evening (weather permitting).

    Participants are encouraged to bring flash lights and wear appropriate footwear.

  • Warm & Windy

    Strong gusty winds throughout the day.  From indoors, it sounded like a cold winter day.  Yet mild temperatures prevailed. 

    The dunes partially blocked the wind for my morning walk, and the warm sun felt great.    Only minimal “sand blasting” of exposed skin!

    Is your shore house ready for the colder weather?  

    Outside shower drained?  Heat on? Foundation vents closed? Outside furniture stored or secured?

    If you need suggestions for winterizing your property, I’m happy to help.

  • Videos for 295 65th Street, Avalon, NJ

    Just uploaded 3 interior videos for this south end Avalon townhouse:

    http://www.youtube.com/AnnDelaneyBeach  

    Caution- may cause motion sickness similar to an IMAX production  😉

  • November Weather?

    It couldn’t be a prettier day for November.

    Warm sun and calm winds- just perfect.

    Saw one of our year round neighbors as I walked off the beach this morning.  Like me, he grew up in Avalon, and is grateful to live in our unique environment. 

    My neighbor talked about surfing later this afternoon (he’s still a surfer dude…with a responsible job on the side!).  And I said I hope to kayak in the bay after work.  We joked about the pressure to take advantage of the weather “one last time” before the arrival of winter. 

    Enjoy the day!

  • South End Avalon- Townhouse

    New Sale Listing:  295 65th Street, Avalon, NJ

     

    Spacious 3 level townhouse style unit with 5 bedrooms, plus a bonus 3rd floor loft.  3.5 elegant baths.  Gas heat and central air. Private sun deck. Walk just 2 blocks to a wide beach.  Totally renovated interior.  $839,000.

    For more info and pictures: http://www.powerplayrealty.com/sales/detail/245 or e-mail questions to ann@anndelaney.com

    P.S.  Just added 3 interior videos:  http://www.youtube.com/AnnDelaneyBeach

  • Summer Rentals

     ‘Tis the season…to think about Summer of 2011.

    Do you own a property in Avalon or Stone Harbor, and want to offer it for rent?  Please contact me to discuss in more detail.

    Are you thinking about a summer vacation in Avalon or Stone Harbor?  Power Play Realty has an excellent selection of homes and condominiums in all price ranges. 

    Visit our web site: http://www.powerplayrealty.com/    Or e-mail me directly with your questions and wish list:  ann@anndelaney.com

    I appreciate the opportunity to help!

  • Flip Flops & Ice Scrapers

    Noticed a mixed message on my front porch this morning – flip flops and a snow/ice scraper for the car. 

    We are ready for anything!

    P.S. This is the last “treasure hunting” weekend on the island for 2010.  Stone Harbor bulk trash pick up is on Monday.

  • Island Life

    Higher than average tides this week.

    The ocean reached the edge of most beach paths. 

    And, the bay covered the parking lot of the 53rd to 55th Street Bay Park in Avalon at mid-day.

    A good salt water rinse 😉

  • Beach Hiking

    Strong northwest winds again this morning. 

    Forced to choose between facing the cold wind by the water’s edge, or walking in the soft sand near the dunes. 

    It was definitely warmer by the dunes, and hey…it’s better exercise as I “climb” over the mounds of sand by each beach entrance. Glad I already transitioned to my winter hiking shoes  😉