Archive for June, 2007

4 Great Reasons to Invest in a Jacksonville Beach Vacation Home

Sunday, June 10th, 2007

Jacksonville Beach is a great vacation destination - even if you don’t own your own Jacksonville Beach vacation home. However, with your own vacation property come additional benefits.

  1. When you own a Jacksonville Beach vacation home, you don’t have to plan your trip in advance in order to get a great deal on a hotel room; you’ll be able to go, relax and unwind - and not have to worry about interacting with other hotel guests or about staying in a place that’s uncomfortable.
  2. You’ll be able to set your own schedule. If you get into town in the morning, you’ll be able to go straight to your Jacksonville Beach vacation home without waiting for a check-in time; likewise, if on your last day in town you want to sleep late, you won’t have to be ready to be up and out based on check out times at a hotel.
  3. Your Jacksonville Beach vacation home will be decorated to suit your style, and you’ll be comfortable from the moment you get there.
  4. When you have a Jacksonville Beach vacation home of your own, you’ll know that you always have a place to go to get away from it all.

Are there other reasons to invest in a Jacksonville Beach vacation home? Of course there are. It’s up to you to find your reasons.

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Find your reason to invest in a Jacksonville Beach vacation home at the NorthShore Oceanside Condos.
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Looking to Dock a Boat Near Your Jacksonville Condo?

Saturday, June 9th, 2007

Some people worry that, if they do not have a home of their own with a private mooring, they will have trouble finding a place to dock their boat. However, if you live in a Jacksonville condo, it isn’t difficult to find a place to keep our boat.

You’ll be able to find a number of marinas nearby, including:

  • The Arlington Marina
  • The Pier 68 Marina
  • The Seafarer’s Marina
  • Mayport Marine
  • The Mandarin Holiday Marina

And, if none of those are quite what you are looking for, consider any of twenty other marinas in the area.

If you want to be able to head out on the water with little notice, you’ll want to have your boat docked near home. When you have a Jacksonville condo, finding a great marina nearby is simple.

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The Chelsea Lofts will give you easy access to docking for you boat.
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A Jacksonville Beach Condo Should Feel Inviting

Friday, June 8th, 2007

When you make the choice to invest in a Jacksonville Beach condo, it’s because you want easy access to the beach, to Florida destinations and to a great community - a community that feels like home.

That sense of home comes from an area that seems inviting, welcoming. A great Jacksonville Beach condo should feel inviting.

Jacksonville Beach Condo Lobby

But it shouldn’t just be your home that welcomes you in - even the lobby should be inviting, something that you’ll find at The NorthShore Oceanside Condos

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Learn more about being welcomed in by the NorthShore Oceanside Condos.
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Looking to Explore the Arts Near Your St. Augustine Home?

Thursday, June 7th, 2007

If you’re looking to explore the arts near your St. Augustine, Florida home, spend the day exploring the Lightner Museum.

At the Lightner Museum, you’ll be able to glimpse into life int he 19th Century. Take a closer look at artifacts from the right of Russian Czars. See Tiffany Lamps and their beautiful stained glass shades as well as other glasswork from the 1800s.

In addition, you’ll find hand carved furniture, carved marble sculptures, wooden furniture, paintings and other artwork as well as machinery developed during the time.

After exploring the museum, you’ll even have the opportunity to find great reproductions, coffee table books and more to decorate your St. Augustine home - as well as gifts for friends and family, whether they live nearby or far away.

Living in St. Augustine puts you into the center of history; take advantage of that history by making time to explore that history and the arts in places like the Lightner Musuem.

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Explore history and the arts from your home in St. Augustine Floride.
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Looking for a St. Augustine Property with Easy Access to Your Boat?

Wednesday, June 6th, 2007

St Augustine Waterfront Homes With Docks

If you’ve been considering St. Augustine, Florida real estate and want to be sure that you are able to have your boat nearby, look no further than The Abacos at Salt Run.

There, you will be able to find a private home on the waterfront with a dock for your boat. Or you’ll be able to dock your boat at one of the area’s many marinas: the Conch House Marina, the Oyster Creek Marina or even the St. Augustine Municipal Marina.

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Find Your St. Augustine, Florida waterfront home - and dock your boat nearby.
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What Can You Expect from a Jacksonville Beach Condo?

Tuesday, June 5th, 2007

There are plenty of reasons why someone - maybe you - would want to live in a Jacksonville Beach condo. But no matter what those reasons are, people want to know what they can expect.

So what will you get when you purchase and move into a Jacksonville Beach condo at the NorthShore Oceanside Condominiums? Here are just a few of the details:

  • Easy access to the beach, located just a block away from the NorthShore Oceanside Condos - and beach views from the building and some private balconies;
  • A pool and spa area that’s great for relaxing or entertaining;
  • Easy access to beach festivals, parks and entertainment as well as a variety of great dining options;
  • High ceilings and an open floorplan;
  • Granite countertops and high end appliances; and
  • Your choice of 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom floorplans.

Is that all that you’ll find in these Jacksonville Beach condos? Of course not, it’s just a small sampling.

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The NorthShore Oceanside Condominiums: learn more about what you can expect from these Jacksonville Beach condos.
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Need to Get Outside Your St. Augustine Home?

Monday, June 4th, 2007

When you’ve invested in a home at The Abacos at Salt Run in St. Augustine, Florida, it’s easy to get outside and enjoy all that the area has to offer.

St. Augustine’s Anastasia State Park offers easy access to a wide variety of outdoor activities. You’ll be able to enjoy time on 4 miles of beach, to comb through the sand for great shells and other treasures or to cool off in the Atlantic. Take the time to relax and fish. Spend time exploring in a canoe or kayak. Catch the breeze and spend time windsurfing.

If you’d prefer to stay dry, you’ll be able to enjoy the park as well, taking advantage of great spots for a picnic, hiking or biking along designated trails. Try camping for an overnight away from it all.

St. Augustine’s Anastasia State Park has something to offer everyone - so go ahead, tear yourself away from your oceanview home, the marinas and golf courses that you’ll find near your home at The Abacos at Salt Run. Sometimes it’s great to just get outside.

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When you live at The Abacos at Salt Run, it’s easy to get out and enjoy the outdoors.
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Ponce Inlet Luxury Real Estate: All the Comforts of Home and Then Some

Sunday, June 3rd, 2007

Ponce Inlet luxury real estate: even the name suggests exclusivity. Ponce Inlet, Florida, offers gorgeous ocean views and a quiet community.

You’ll find all the comforts of home: a spacious grand room, modern conveniences and appliances, a modern kitchen, beautiful baths, master suites and bedrooms. You’ll also find more:

ponce inlet luxury real estate indoor pool

You’ll have access to a private indoor swimming pool and spa - a place to unwind and have fun with the kids, even if the weather isn’t perfect.

And of course, there’s far more to discover about this Ponce Inlet luxury property as well: see for yourself.

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Explore the finer points of this Ponce Inlet luxury property.
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Entertain Friends Visiting Your Jacksonville Loft

Saturday, June 2nd, 2007

When you live in a Jacksonville Loft, it won’t be uncommon for your friends who live out of town to want to visit.

When they do, there will be plenty of opportunities for them to get out and enjoy the experience all the Jacksonville has to offer.

For example, if your friends love the arts, you’ll be able to take them to visit the Cummer Museum of Arts and Gardens or to the LaVilla Museum. For those who love music, take them to a performance of the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra.

For those who want to learn something during their trip, explore the Museum of Science and History or go to the Alexander Brest Planetarium.

Do your friends love the outdoors? If so, they will have plenty of chances to get outside and take in all that Jacksonville has to offer. Explore the nature trail at Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park. Spend time on the beach. Visit some of the area’s parks: Talbot Island State Park, Yellow Bluff Fort or Bethesda Park.

No matter how you choose to spend your time entertaining, your friends will get a great taste of all that Jacksonville has to offer - including The Chelsea Lofts where you’ll have enough space to put them up while they’re in town.

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Planning to entertain out of town friends from your Jacksonville loft? Learn more about the neighborhood and activities to keep them exploring.
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Looking for a Coastal Florida Vacation Home?

Friday, June 1st, 2007

If you’ve been thinking about investing in a coastal Florida vacation home, you owe it to yourself and your family to learn more about Ponce Inlet Florida oceanfront real estate. Specifically, you owe it to yourself to learn more about the Cottages at Ponce Inlet and The Beach Club Cottages at Ponce Inlet.

From these coastal Florida vacation homes, you’ll have quick access to Walt Disney World, Sea World and the Universal theme parks - among others in the greater Orlando area. Similarly, you’ll have access to all of the attractions at Daytona Beach where you can go parasailing or spend time at the race track.

And, of course, for those who are looking for a more quiet getaway, you’ll be able to take advantage of the area’s many golf courses, marinas and beaches.

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Find your coastal Florida vacation home in Ponce Inlet Florida.
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