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  • Sports at the Shore

    While watching the World Series or Super Bowl, we don’t have many neighbors.  In the off season, it’s down to just a few homes occupied on each block.  In 2008,  after the Phillies won the World Series, we heard someone driving around honking their horn (the fan obviously wanted to celebrate, but there were no gatherings in the streets here!)

    Last night was different.  With the windows open and cool breeze, we heard loud cheers every time the Flyers made a goal. Our neighborhood was watching the game together…just in our separate homes.  It added to the excitement of the game. 

    Looking forward to a better outcome in tomorrow night’s game…

  • A Seashore Home?

    deckRealistic prices, low interest rates, and ample inventory = a great time to buy.

    Seashore homes continue to be a solid, long term investment.  We have returned to a normal market- where property owners plan for a 7 to 10 year holding period.  Invest your hard earned money and benefit from beach time, too!

    Avalon and Stone Harbor have brand name recognition, well planned zoning, and a faithful clientele of family visitors.  Surrounded by scenic waterways- we truly are an island retreat.

    For access to all sale listings in our Multiple Listing Service: http://www.powerplayrealty.com/sales   click on the first search option.

    Or, send me your “wish list”-  ann@anndelaney.com

    Thanks…I appreciate the opportunity to help!

  • Mother Nature’s clean up

    ReedsThe ocean has an efficient method of removing both natural and man-made debris. 

    The higher than average tides (from the full moon) and a rough ocean deposited marsh reeds on the beach overnight.  The beach raking machines were out early to clear the sand for a busy beach weekend!

    During my morning walk, I picked up trash that washed in with the reeds- a few plastic sports drink bottles and Mylar balloons (a wake up call on the waste produced with everyday products).  The Borough and individual efforts are similar to cleaning before company arrives…we are proud of our seashore community and want it seen in the best light!

    Enjoy the weekend 🙂

  • Avalon/ Sea Isle City beach fill

    dredgeAfter a few minor weather delays, the dredges are in place in Townsend’s Inlet and the beach fill project is underway.

    Crews will work 24/7 until the job is complete.

  • 259 54th Street, Avalon

    Looking for a spacious summer rental?  This upside down style home is well maintained and offers a great bay view!  Available on a weekly basis.  For pictures and details of the amenities:  www.powerplayrealty.com and click on Rentals.

    And to see the view from the 2nd floor deck, check out the YouTube video  🙂

    http://www.youtube.com/user/AnnDelaneyBeach

  • Demolition at the Shore

    demolitionBecause homes at the shore are situated close to one another, demolition has to be an exact science.  The common practice is to create a “doll house” by tearing down from within…fascinating to watch.

     (Bay front home on Ocean Drive in Avalon)

  • Restaurant Week in Avalon/ Stone Harbor

    Web site for this event : http://www.7milerestaurantweek.com/

    June 4th through June 11th.

  • Summer Rentals

    rentsign  Summer rentals available in Avalon and Stone Harbor, NJ.  Search our web site: http://www.powerplayrealty.com/rentals  or send me an e-mail with your specific request:  ann@anndelaney.com

    Thanks!

  • Toys of Summer

    BigWheelThe quick family visit included: one perfect beach day, time at the playground, family dinners, a rainy afternoon at the movies, and a trip to the Cape May County Zoo.  The Big Wheel was a hit, too  🙂

  • Back to Typical May

    lifeguardstandWe were spoiled with summer like weather recently.  Today’s fog is more typical of May at the Jersey Shore.  The thick mist swirls around and you return soaking wet from a morning walk.

    Excited to see the new addition to our beach this morning…a lifeguard stand!  Another sign of summer  🙂