Sussex County Real Estate Matters – Affecting Seaford, Georgetown, Lauel, Milton, Delmar, Bridgevil
Still not sure what your plans are for tonight? Check out my past post of places to party this New Year’s Eve for some ideas. Several other area restaurants are open tonight to ring in the New Year too! And if you’d rather look ahead to 2013, check out the Cape Gazette’s article on what’s ahead in our area in the next year.
HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!!!
“I am just a poor boy.
Though my story’s seldom told, I have squandered my resistance
For a pocketful of mumbles,
Such are promises
All lies and jest
Still, a man hears what he wants to hear
And disregards the rest. – From “The Boxer,” by Paul Simon “Selective hearing has always caused problems”
Fred’s Last Pick for 2012 is MLS # 590431-$6,000,000. This home has just been reduced $1.5M, it has 8 BR, 8.5 BA in 6150 sq. ft. on .47 acre of Ocean Front Lot, in Rehoboth Beach, DE. Need I say more; call me @ 302 258-6983 to see the grand home.
Perucci’s Italian Restaurant in Millville is a cozy restaurant with great food. The classic Italian cuisine is delicious and much of it is made from scratch. Located just under 3 miles from Bethany Beach on Rt 26 in Millville, Perucci’s is open 7 days a week from 5pm-9pm during the off season, but will be closed on New Year’s Day. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling 302-829-8727. Perucci’s also has a special menu on New Year’s Eve menu, but again reservations are recommended.
Thinking of buying or selling a home in Sussex County? Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266.
“War is a quarrel between two thieves too cowardly to fight their own battle.” Thomas Carlyle “War is not only good versus evil.” (Fred)
Fred’s Pick of the Day is MLS # 599725-$225,000. The home is located in Matlinds Estates, Milford, DE, 3 BR, 2 BA on .47 acre; it offers a split floor plan, a large kitchen with island, and a floored attic. Call me to see this home @ 302 258-6983.
Looking for a local place to party on New Year’s Eve? Check out these five options:
1. In Rehoboth Beach – check out the Atlantic Sands Hotel. Tickets are $125 and include live entertainment, a DJ, deluxe dinner buffet, cocktail reception, five hours of open bar and a champagne toatst – 302-227-2511.
2. In Bethany Beach – Mango’s on the boardwalk at Garfield Parkway has two seatings. The first from 5pm-8pm is $35 per person and $12 for children. The second, from 8pm-1ais $89 per person and includes a limited menu, drinks & live entertainment from the Island Boyz. Reservations required – 302-537-6621.
3. In Millsboro – Riverside Grill’s New Year’s Party begins at 8pm and includes hourly door prizes, drink specials, a champagne toast and entertainment by DJ Reesie. Reservations required – 302-945-3711.
4. In Georgetown – New Year’s Eve at the Brick Hotel begins with open seating at 5pm. The 4 Course Pri Fixe dinner is $55 per person and will be served from 5pm-10pm. Seating is open, but reservations are strongly suggested. In addition Fonsie Scott will perform his keyboard magic from 6pm-10pm and Cathy Gorman will ring in the New Year singing from 10pm-1am. 302-855-5800.
5. In Lewes – If you’re looking for something a little different, check out the Annual New Year Anchor Drop on the Lightship Overfalls. This annual blast takes place from 11:30pm-12:30am, is free to all and includes fire pits, music, & hot chocolate.
Thinking of buying or selling a home in Sussex County? Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266.
Delawareans have been encouraged to recycle their Christmas trees this year by delivering them to one of several designated drop off sites throughout the state. Most of these facilities will accept the trees for free, although it wouldn’t hurt to call first to double check. The donated tress will be turned into mulch and used for composting. Recycling your tree is far more environmentally friendly than throwing it away, just be sure to remove all decorations including hooks, wire, tinsel, lights, ornaments, etc. before dropping them off. Here are three Sussex County locations recycling trees this year:
1. Grizzly’s Landscape Supply Service in Lewes
2. Selbyville Pet & Garden Center in Selbyville
3. Sussex Tree Inc. Garden Center in various locations
Thinking of buying or selling a home in Sussex County? Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-856-6434.
The last weekend of 2012 is a slow one in the area. Everyone is gearing up for New Years Parties! However, if you’re looking for something to do, check out the Holiday Family Program at Cape Henlopen State Park. Thursday, Friday & Saturday at 11am the park staff will show what makes a fish a fish. There is a fee of $2 per person. Pre-registration is required. You can pre-register by calling 302-645-6852. At 2pm Thursday, Friday & Saturday a naturalist will present cool fish facts during a fish feeding at the Seaside Nature Center. The Nature Center is also open for touring from 9pm-4pm and the borrow a bike program is available from 9am-3pm all weekend, weather permitting.
Thinking of buying or selling a home in Sussex County? Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266.
Merry Christmas!
From everyone here at Cooper Realty, we wish you a Merry Christmas!
As Santa prepares for his whirlwind tour of every house and chimney in the world, NORAD (North American Aerospace Defense Command) prepares to track him, just as they have every Christmas Eve for the pas 57 years!
As Santa prepares for his whirlwind tour of every house and chimney in the world, NORAD (North American Aerospace Defense Command) prepares to track him, just as they have every Christmas Eve for the pas 57 years!
It all began in 1955 when a Sears Roebuck & Company catalog promised a Santa hotline but misprinted the number and gave the number for what was then the Continental Air Defense Command (now NORAD) instead. When Col. Harry Shoup fielded the first call that Christmas Eve he was probably expecting the Secretary of Defense, some kind of red alert, or perhaps even the President, but instead he heard a little girl on the other end of the line asking about Santa. He immediately sprang into gear, instructing staff to check the radar of signs of Santa, and thus a tradition was born.
The official NORAD website explains how they use radar, satellites, Santa Cams, and fighter jets to track Santa in a very high-tech system that begins the moment the NORAD radar indicates that Santa has lifted off.
You can track Santa personally and check the running count of gifts delivered at NORAD’s official website by clicking this link. Your kids (or you!) can also follow Santa by emailing noradtrackssanta@outlook.com or by phone at 1-877-HI-NORAD. This year you can also download the NORAD Tracks Santa mobile app.
Happy Santa tracking & Merry Christmas Eve!
Thinking of buying or selling a home in Sussex County? Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-629-6693.
1776 Steakhouse in Midway Center at Lewes is a great place for a romantic dinner, celebrating a special occasion, or just enjoying a great steak! 1776 specializes in serving premium, dry-aged beef and an extensive bar menu in a warm and inviting atmosphere. You can expect quality service and delicious food at 1776. They are also able to accommodate private events both large and small. They serve lunch from 11am-3pm and dinner from 5pm-10am Monday through Saturday with Jazz nights Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 7pm-10pm and dinner from 4pm-9pm on Sunday. 1776 is also open on Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve, but reservations are recommended.
Thinking of buying or selling a home in Sussex County? Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266.
If you’re going to or hosting a holiday party this weekend, chances are you’re looking a dish you can bring that will be impressive, yet quick and easy to put together. Here are five great options:
If you’re going to or hosting a holiday party this weekend, chances are you’re looking a dish you can bring that will be impressive, yet quick and easy to put together. Here are five great options:
1. Christmas Tree Veggie Tray
2. Festive Cheese Tray (with olives & pickles!)
3. Snowman Fruit Salad (in hollowed out melons)
4. Strawberry Santa Hats (place strawberry on top of a thin mint or vanilla wafer and top with whipped cream)
5. Reindeer Cookies (bake your favorite recipe and decorate with a single red m&m, broken pretzel pieces & drops of decorative icing)
Thinking of buying or selling a home in Sussex County? Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-629-6693.
With most restaurants closed for the holidays, check out one of these three options in Rehoboth if you’re looking for a great place on Christmas Eve:
1. Blue Moon (35 Baltimore Ave) Serving dinner from 5:30pm-9pm. Reservations are recommended.
3. Summer House (228 Rehoboth Ave) Open from 11:30am-9pm, serving dinner starting at 4pm.
3. Confucius Chinese Cuisine (57 Wilmington Ave) Serving dinner from 5pm-10pm. Voted best Chinese food in Rehoboth every year since 2004!
Thinking of buying or selling a home in Sussex County? Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you — 302-644-2266.
One last chance to visit Santa this weekend!
Friday, 12/21 & Saturday, 12/22 – Visit Santa in Lewes
Visit Santa in Lewes this weekend on Friday from 5pm-7pm or Saturday from 1pm-4pm at the Santa House in front of Citizens Bank at the corner of Second and Bank Streets in Lewes.
Saturday, 12/22 & Sunday, 12/23 – Visit Santa in Rehoboth
Visit Santa at Santa’s House in Rehoboth on the boardwalk at Rehoboth Ave. Santa will be there Saturday from 3pm-5pm and Sunday from 1pm-3pm and again from 3pm-5pm for pet time!
Thinking of buying or selling a home in Sussex County? Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266.
“In a moment of decision the best thing you can do is the right thing. The worst thing you can do is nothing.” Theodore Roosevelt “Procrastination causes more problems than action.” (Fred)
Merry Christmas to all!!!
Today’s food for thought. “The books that help you the most are those which make you think the most.” Theodore Parker “Think and dream, we all must do that to keep the gray cells active.” (Fred)
Fred’s Pick of the Day is MLS # 598840-$150,000. Here is a Georgetown DE, short
sale rancher that has 3 BR, 2 BA in 1344 sq. ft. There is a 1.5% negotiator’s fee on
this property. Call me to see this home @ 302 258-6983.
As merry and bright as the holiday season is, did you know that it is also one of the most dangerous times in your home? Home safety is often compromised during the holiday season.
As merry and bright as the holiday season is, did you know that it is also one of the most dangerous times in your home? Home safety is often compromised during the holiday season. Falls, fires, and trips to the emergency room are more common during the holiday season than any other time of year. To keep yourself, your home, and your family safe consider the following:
Lights – carefully inspect all strings of holiday lights for frayed cords, cracked bulbs and loose connections. Be sure to unplug the string of lights when replacing burnt out bulbs and always check the wattage to be sure you aren’t overtaxing the strands. In addition you should always, always turn off all holiday lights when leaving your home or going to bed. If you can, it is best to place all outdoor lights on a timer to switch on after 7pm.
Trees – if you have a fresh tree be sure to keep it well watered and far away from any fireplaces or candles. If you have an artificial tree be sure that it is labeled fire-resistant. Either way, be sure that your base is steady so that the tree won’t tip over easily.
Entertaining – when cooking for a crowd be sure to keep an eye on the stove. Unattended ovens/stoves are the number one cause of home fires in the U.S.
General Safety – keep all matches and lighters up high and out of reach of children. Test all smoke alarms and replace batteries as necessary. Do not discuss holiday travel plans publically or with strangers. Store scissors and ribbons used to wrap gifts well out of children’s reach. Inspect all toys, decorations, and gifts for small objects which can be choking hazards or sharp edges which can be dangerous.
Thinking of buying or selling a home in Sussex County? Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you — 302-644-2266.
The holidays are a stressful time of year for many people. There are many things you can do to help make the stress of the season more bearable.
The holidays are a stressful time of year for many people. There are many things you can do to help make the stress of the season more bearable. First, realize that it is okay to feel sad, depressed, stressed or anything other than the happy person that people expect. Next, be realistic – know that situations change and with them traditions and rituals change as well. Change isn’t always easy, but creating new traditions when its time will help ease any stress you feel. Perhaps the most effective way to relive holiday stress is to learn to say no when you need to. Saying yes to every get together, work assignment, and friend while leaving no time for yourself and your family is the number one way to burn-out during this festive season. By limiting yourself to only what is absolutely necessary and/or most important to you, you will limit the amount of stress you allow into your life which makes it easier to spend a few minutes on yourself. Making time for yourself during the next couple of hectic weeks is important for your mental health. Even if you just spend 15 minutes alone to take a quick walk, read a magazine, or listen to music, spending time alone and clearing your mind can reduce stress and help you stay calm as things heat up. Finally, recognize that along with being stressful, the holidays can be a sad, lonely, and depressing time for many people so don’t hesitate to reach out to your friends, family, community, or support groups if you need to and by all means, seek professional help if you need it. The holidays should be a time filled with joy and not stress!
“Show respect to all people, but grovel to none.” Tecumseh “It is sometimes difficult to show respect to Mugwamps who know everything.” (Fred)
Fred’s Pick of the Day is MLS # 580908-$3000.00. Here is your beach getaway home. The location is Whispering Pines Mobil Home Park, Lewes DE. It is a 2 BR, 1 BA (needs complete renovation) with an enclosed side porch which doubles you space. The lot rent is $434.00/mo. Call me if interested in this getaway @ 302 258-6983.
Bon Appetit is located in a classic storefront at 312 High Street in Seaford. With a charming and welcoming atmosphere and absolutely delicious food the title of “Seaford’s Gourmet Secret” is well deserved.
Bon Appetit is located in a classic storefront at 312 High Street in Seaford. With a charming and welcoming atmosphere and absolutely delicious food the title of “Seaford’s Gourmet Secret” is well deserved. Both the quality of the food and the service are top notch. It’s a great place for a romantic meal or a friendly dinner and has consistently high ratings from a variety of reviewers. Bon Appetit serves lunch Tuesday-Friday from noon until 2:30 and dinner, including a 5 course prix fixe menu Tuesday-Saturday from 5pm-9pm. Reservations are recommended.
Have you planned a holiday get together or are you thinking about it? Here are some tips to help:
Have you planned a holiday get together or are you thinking about it? Here are some tips to help:
1. Timing is everything. If you’ve waited too long to book your holiday party, most likely everyone is booked up. Sunday afternoons tend to be good times for a get together because most people are booked on Fridays and Saturdays. Another option is to go with the week between Christmas and New Years. Technically it’s still holiday season, but most people are in a post-Christmas lull by that point.
2. Set a theme. If you take the time to set a simple theme everything else including music, décor, and food will fall into place much more simply.
3. Consider the flow. Be sure to consider the flow of your home when you set up for a party. For maximum efficiency you should set your buffet in the main room with plenty of space to walk around it. If possible place drinks in a separate room and set bowls of snacks all around.
4. Take advantage of nature. Take advantage of the natural beauty and scent of winter greens and other local flowers. For an added touch, sprinkle shiny Christmas bulbs throughout.
5. Soften your lighting. For a festive glow, switch your normal light bulbs for gold, red, green, blue, and/or silver.
Thinking of buying or selling a home in Sussex County? Give us a call at Cooper Realty Associates and put us to work for you – 302-644-2266.