spotlight on wall township njWall Township has established itself as one of the most desirable places to make a home along the New Jersey Shoreline. The township’s long history in the area and stunning natural setting are clear indications of why members of the community love to make their home here.

Established back in 1851, the community that 25,000 year-round residents currently call home was named after General Garret D. Wall, who commanded the Trenton Volunteer Company in the War of 1812, stationed in Sandy Hook. He would go on to serve as both quartermaster for the state of New Jersey and as a US Senator.

Deep Ties to History

The original settlement in the area, Allaire Village, founded in 1822 has now been immortalized as a living museum in the expansive and…

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new years resolutions for your jersey shore home

It’s inevitable. Every year at this time, folks think back at the year past and begin to make resolutions to improve their health and improve their lives. It’s all about personal reflection and individual improvement.

But what about the home? There are a number of simple, every day improvements you can make to your daily routine that will vastly improve the health and well-being of your Jersey Shore home. We’ve collected a number of small resolutions you can easily commit to that will have significant and far-reaching effects on your biggest investment: the home. Were you really going to stick to that personal resolution, anyway?

Cut Energy Usage

This has the dual benefit of both saving you money and the environment. Simple changes like…

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merry christmas from Clayton and Clayton REALTORS®The team at ClaytonandClayton.com would like to wish you and your family a very special Christmas, and an exceptionally happy new year! Shawn Clayton and the entire team at Clayton and Clayton Realtors® would also like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank each and every one of our wonderful clients. Without you, we couldn’t have had the spectacular and record-breaking year we’ve just had.

We also couldn’t have made it this far without the hard work and determination of our team of dedicated and passionate Jersey Shore real estate agents. They consistently place the focus squarely on the needs of the customer above all else, where it belongs. Clayton and Clayton understands the true value of contributing to our local community and building…

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winter at the jersey shoreI know it may not seem like winter yet, but as New Jerseyans know, it’s bound to show its weary head eventually. Luckily, things don’t just stop along the Jersey Shore when the temperature drops. The many beautiful communities that line the Atlantic coastline have plenty of stellar activities to keep locals and visitors alike busy any time of the year, not just the summertime.

There is more to the Jersey Shore than just the beach after all.

Bring in Good Tidings of the Season Shore Style!

This weekend sees the beginning of Point Pleasant Beach’s popular Sea of Lights Holiday Festival. Come to the shoreline to see the boardwalk come alight with a glorious display of Christmas lights. As part of the holiday festivities, Jerkinson’s Boardwalk and…

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refind bay head njReFind owner, local artist and resident of the Bay Head community, Zsa Zsa Stackles wanted to bring a whimsical, artistic energy back to the Jersey Shore after the devastation of Hurricane Sandy. The result – Refind, a fun, stress-free environment for local artists and interested parties to simply create.

The unique boutique, gallery and art studio opened its doors in June of 2014 and has been offering an eclectic mix of found art, and continuous art classes and seminars for all ability levels ever since. The space can also be rented by local artists looking for a space to be creative. If you’re feeling inspired, Zsa Zsa will do her best to help make your inspiration a reality.

A Showcase of Local Artwork & Artists

Zsa Zsa displays and sells…

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bay head 34th annual christmas walk

It's that time of year again! Proudly sponsored by the Bay Head Business Association, this weekend marks the official start of the holiday season in Bay Head, NJ. Come out and enjoy the 34th Annual Christmas Walk, a range of fun, family-friendly activities all weekend long to kick off the holiday the right way, along with all your neighbors! Clayton and Clayton Realtors have included a full schedule of events for your convenience below.

Featured events include an open house of all participating local businesses, holiday movies, live ice sculpting and visits by Santa and Penguins. What's your excuse? Come out and start off the holiday season with a bang and enjoy all the local festivities!

Friday, December 4th

  • 5:30 - 8:30, Open House at…

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jersey shore real estate in winterThe warm spring and summer months are far behind us and local Jersey Shore home owners are now awaiting the cool embrace of winter. With the colder weather, also comes a dramatic slow-down in the real estate market. Home buyers traditionally look for and purchase new homes during the warm months of Summer, but what about Winter?

No one really wants to trudge through snow in boots when looking for a home. Homes tend to look better when the sun is shining and the grass is greenest, but there are several definite advantages to buying a home in the slow Fall and Winter months, here are just a few of the top benefits.

A Slower Real Estate Market

The fact that most home buyers prefer to buy in the summer can be a definite advantage to you.…

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Luxury living mansion on the market in Mantoloking

 $2.699m home offers stunning views of Barnegat Bay

LIZ DENNERLEIN 

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This million-dollar Mantoloking home offers stunning views overlooking the Barnegat Bay.

1544 Runyon Lane in Mantoloking is available for $2.699 million and is located right on the open bay with beautiful private white sandy beaches right on the water.

Walk inside this recently redesigned open concept home. The first floor is designed for entertaining with a beautiful gourmet kitchen featuring modern appliances, a spacious living room, and dining room — all of which are open and have direct access to a beautiful sunroom with slate flooring and panoramic windows overlooking the bay and private beach.

The…

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The charming, small community of Bay Head is the heart and soul of the Jersey Shore’s “Gold Coast”, along with the neighboring boroughs of Mantoloking and Point Pleasant. It’s idyllic small-town sensibilities and warm locals have attracted residents and visitors to its sandy shores and oceanfront real estate for generations.

The beautifully preserved Victorian-era structures throughout town are prized by those looking for a quiet escape, with the beautiful waters of the Atlantic Ocean mere steps away!

But First a Little History...

The borough was first incorporated in 1886 from portions of neighboring Brick Township. It gains its name from the developer, the Bayhead Land Company, and for its position at the “head” of the Barnegat Bay and…

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jersey shore luxury real estateFrom an outside perspective, the selling of luxury and waterfront real estate seems like it should be pretty similar to transactions involving more modest properties, just with a larger price tag attached in the Bay Head and surrounding areas.

But, the sale of high-end, luxury homes brings its own set of challenges and details not to be overlooked. Today, we’re going to highlight a few things you and/or your luxury real estate agent should be on the lookout for.

Is the Price Right?

Pricing any home correctly from the get-go can be the difference between a short listing period and an extended one. With luxury real estate, this issue is compounded. You’re likely going to be dealing with extremely successful people with a savvy business acumen.…

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