It was a very good day in Ponce Inlet, FL. It is s warm, but not scorching hot, though on the beachside between the Ocean and the Intracoastal, and that's where Ponce Inlet is, it is always cooler in summer and warmer in winter. Driving there felt like there are fewer signs for sale, which just recently were so numerous, that it was getting depressing. A few homes on the ocean were remodeled, and it is looking better now. I drove to immensely popular Inlet Harbor Marina Restaurant to look at The Niña and Pinta, the most accurate replicas of Columbus' ships, that are docked there. I have visited them a couple of years ago, but I wanted to test my new camera, so I went there. Inlet Harbor Marina Restaurant in Ponce Inlet is never empty, but today it was jam packed. This never ceized to su... 05/07/2011

Nina and Pinta visit ponce inlet Replicas of the Nina and Pinta are in ponce inlet and are available to walk on board. These are replicas of the ships used by Christopher Columbus to discover the world in 1492. Admission is $8 with discounts available for seniors and students. Children 4 and under are free. The ships are docked at the inlet harbor restaurant and marina, 133 inlet harbor road, ponce inlet until may ninth 2011     for additional information about the Nini and Pinta call (386) 767-5590 or visit HTTP://thenina.com 05/06/2011

Saturday April 30 was a Turtle Day in Ponce Inlet, FL. Run by Marine Science Center (MSC), the event started at 10 AM at the MSC in Ponce Inlet, and ended somewhere after 3 PM after the release of a few seagulls, pelicans, and two turtles back into their natural habitat. «The April 30 event will culminate in the likely release of an adult loggerhead sea turtle. Akasha arrived at the center Nov. 6, 2009. Akasha is a remarkable story in resilience. She was admitted to the MSC near death, with a severe head injury caused by a boat propeller. The injury not only split her skull open, but also broke her jaw in 2 places and put gashes in her shell, and also sliced her right front flipper. Her broken jaw did not allow rehabbers to tube feed her, so a feeding tube was surgically inserted throug... 05/01/2011

This is a market report for condo units in Harbour Village, Ponce Inlet. If you would like to see the prices in the Links, which is part of Harbour Village, check The Links at Harbour Village, Ponce Inlet. This blog covers condo units in Harbour Village, which are not in The Links. Presently there are 23 one-, two-, and three-bedroom units for sale. Traditionally, in this part of Harbour Village between Peninsula Ave and the Halifax River, where there is a main pool, 142-slip Marina, prices were always a bit higher than in The Links. And if you see the same in the 2 bdr unit category, where in The Links the units start pennies under $200K, and here the lowest priced 2 bdr unit is $211K, the difference is not as significant as it used to be. As for the lowest price for a 3 bdr unit, this... 03/20/2011

The market is moving. I can say it again and again. I was checking for a client the units there just a few days ago, and 2 condos are already gone. At the same time the prices are pretty good, but do not expect lower prices in the Link. These were the same prices as in January 2010. Who listens, listen. The Links are two cloverleaf-style 7-story buildings with a circular garage in the middle and 4 wings. Though it is a part of a larger development – Harbour Village, the Links have their own gate. The buildings are surrounded by a 3 par 9 hole executive golf course. If you play, great. If you do not play -  enjoy the scenery, as there are not many condo development with any land, and, subsequently with much green. The buildings are across the street from the Ocean, and some unit have vie... 03/20/2011

The email read: "Could you explain how much would it cost me in taxes if I buy a condo in the Links? I heard that Florida has very high taxes." You often hear that we have high property taxes in Florida. There is no simple answer here. First, your taxes and Seller’s taxes may be not the same. Taxes are being assessed every year, and they will be based on the purchase price and many other parameters, so I won’t be able to predict the exact amount of taxes. But we sure can guess, and will be pretty close in our guess. Because the taxes are calculated not from the market value, but rather assessed value, and assessed value is the function of the budget, and not the reflection of the market values for these properties.  The Links is part of Harbour Village, a gated residential community in ... 01/29/2011

In 2010 there were 34 homes sold in Ponce Inlet, which is a quiet Daytona neighbor on the southern tip of the island. The population is just a bit over 3,000 people, and this is an excellent place to be whether you are a young family raising children or a retiree looking for quality time. Somebody joked that if you believe that Ponce Inlet is a quaint fishing town, as Ponce Inlet often been touted, then you would need to add that fishermen are retired generals and other elite from Washington, DC,  New York, and other cool places. Let us look at real estate, mainly at sale of single family homes. The lowest price was $161,000 for a 3/2 small home (1,456 sq. ft.) home built in 1976 and the highest priced 4/4 home (4,423 sq. ft.) was sold by a fellow ActiveRainer Joyce Marsh for $2,000,000... 01/18/2011

Ponce Inlet Oceanfront Home Sells for $2,000,000 - and as of December 20, 2010, this was the highest priced home sold so far in the Daytona Beach Area MLS during 2010.Joyce Marsh, Certified Luxury Homes Specialist, was the listing agent and reported the sale that took place on June 30, 2010.  The home was located in Ponce Inlet, situated on 4865 S. Atlantic Avenue, with spectacular views, stunning interiors, superior construction and fine craftsmanship. Marsh credits a comprehensive marketing plan that was specifically developed for this property, professional photography, correct pricing, creative marketing, and international exposure to a vast amount of buyers worldwide. According to the Daytona Beach MLS records, this was the highest priced oceanfront sale in the greater Daytona Beac... 12/21/2010

The Garden Club of Ponce Inlet has announced they will be holding their annual "Christmas Lights Contest" on December 11 & 12 th.  Judges will be choosing the homes with the best lighting displays on Saturday, December 11 and Sunday, December 12.  If you would like to have your home considered, turn on your Christmas lights for the "Spirit in Ponce Inlet" between 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm for those evenings. 12/09/2010

Hearts of Ponce Inlet - Food Drive  The Town of Ponce Inlet invites you to participate in "Hearts of Ponce Inlet" food and dry goods drive for our soldiers, our neighbors in need and our four legged friends, along with a toy drive for children of all ages. Items for donation may be dropped off in Ponce Inlet at the following locations: Town Hall, Mon-Fri 8:00a.m.-4:30p.m., 4300 South Atlantic Avenue, Police Department 24 hours a day, 4301 South Peninsula Drive, Fire Department, or the Community Center, Mon-Wed-Fri -- 9a.m.-12:30p.m. and Tues & Thurs 9a.m. - 4p.m. Please donate your food and dry goods items plus TOYS FOR CHILDREN OF ALL AGES  - NEW - UNWRAPPED TOYS ONLY, PLEASE. 12/09/2010

 Ponce Inlet - 2010 Toy Drive for Halifax Urban Ministries  The Ponce Inlet Police Department is conducting its 10th Annual Toy Drive for needy children.   For the 10th straight year the police department will be collecting "unwrapped toys" and donating them to Halifax Urban Ministries.  Collection boxes have been set up in the Police Department lobby, and also at the Ponce Inlet Community Center.  Anyone wishing to donate should bring an unwrapped new toy to either of these locations prior to December 22, 2010.  For more info:  Please contact Lt. Max Binz at Ponce Inlet Police Department 386-236-2160 12/09/2010

Don't miss the  2nd Annual Ponce Inlet Christmas Parade Saturday, Dec. 11 at 1:00 PM    Parade Route - Harbor Village Blvd to Davies Park at Lighthouse Viewing Area - Anywhere along Parade Route - Awards & Concert: In park after Parade The Lions Club will be providing food at a reasonable cost: Hot dogs, chips, Popcorn, Pie, Hot & Cold drinks Parade Participants include: Atlantic High School Band Racing North Turn Inlet Harbor Rest/Marina Down The Hatch Restaurant Ponce Inlet Lighthouse Antigua Condo Ponce Inlet Garden Club Ponce Inlet Boyz Club Ponce Inlet Corvette Club Ponce Inlet Lions Ponce Inlet Surf Club Ponce Inlet Woman's Club RJ Longstreet FFEA Sea Love Boat Works PICCI Board Adams, Cameron & Co Realtors Ho Daddy's O'S Surf Cream Cub Scout Pack 429 Boy Scout Troop 448 (Honor Gu... 12/09/2010

It's beautiful day in sunny Ponce Inlet, Florida!Picture perfect sandy beaches, great restaurants, parks and the most perfect climate make Ponce Inlet one of the most beautiful places to live in Florida.  Ponce Inlet is a charming beachside town that offers a unique coastal lifestyle.  Fishing, boating, surfing, and so much more on the "traffic-free" beach located approximately 12 miles south of Daytona Beach which, of course, is known as the "World's Most Famous Beach"                                      One of the main attractions in Ponce Inle is the Marine Science Center  featuring sea turtle rehabilitation, bird rehab, exhibits, boardwalk, nature trails, observation tower, artificial reef aquarium as well as interactive displays, and group tours. The Ponce deLeon Lighthouse is a f... 08/26/2010

Towers Six Condominium in Ponce Inlet was built by Dimucci Development Corporation of Port Orange, a developer of commercial properties in Chicago area since 1935. I am not sure whether the company builds any commercial properties in Central Florida, but it s well know in Volusia County and in Daytona Beach Shores – Ponce Inlet with condos under Towers name. Nine of them are in Ponce Inlet, a quaint small town on the southern tip of the Peninsula. Perfect place to live or have a vacation home. maybe the best place of all complising greater Daytona area.  Later the company built Towers Ten in 2001, Towers Grande in 2004 and DiMucci Twin Towers in 2007. They are all easily recognizable. Not really fancy architecturally, they are sturdy and simple properties. All outside corridors, all pre... 08/22/2010

                                     Ponce Inlet Florida-Down the Hatch This weekend only. Ponce Inlet, Port Orange, Daytona Beach area residents and visitors; this weekend only, visit Down the Hatch Seafood Company in Ponce Inlet, and mention the Down the Hatch FACEBOOK PAGE, and receive a FREE Fish Dip Appetizer. Search Down the Hatch on Facebook, located in Ponce Inlet Florida and stay abreast of their specials. You can also Subscribe to the Down the Hatch Newsletter. If you're a Ponce Inlet real estate seller, I'm a native of this area with 16 years of experience selling homes here. I'd love to help. Feel free to call or e-mail me for your Free CMA. If you're interested in buying a house or condo in Ponce Inlet, I'd love to put my native-knowledge, and years of experience to work f... 07/17/2010

                                          Ponce Inlet Real Estate and Nature Trail Info Instead of just a photo post today, I've decided to share a photo of one of the beautiful walking paths between the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse and the Inlet. Walking these relaxing paths is an enjoyable way to spend some time, if you're a visitor or a local resident. This particular wooden-walking-bridge is near the Marine Science Center, and leads you over peaceful marshes and even has a tower you can climb, to overlook the area. If you're interested in buying or selling a house or condo in Ponce Inlet, it's a beautiful place to call home. In Ponce Inlet right now, there are currently 120 condos listed for sale in the Daytona Beach area Association of REALTORS® and Multiple Listings Service (MLS), and ... 07/16/2010

Ponce Inlet is the farthest town from the bustling Daytona Beach, a quiet small town ending at the Lighthouse Park washed by water on three sides. The park is very popular and it is not unusual to have difficult time finding parking by the pavilion. The sky never fully cleared, but over the ocean toward the horizon there was a blue opening and the sun played with the colors of the clouds changing them from bright white to pink going into light magenta… The soft light of the evening painted the beach in the most unusual color combinations, which were changing with every wave washing away the God’s creation only to be immediately replaced by another magical scene. The sun broke through the clouds, and sent still filtered light onto the beach and the sky. The condos, dark in the counter li... 07/04/2010

  Joyce Marsh Announces Ponce Inlet Oceanfront Home Sells for $2,000,000      Joyce Marsh, Certified Luxury Homes Specialist,  was the Listing Agent for the property, and reported the sale that took place on June 30, 2010.  The home was located in Ponce Inlet, situated on 4865 S. Atlantic Avenue, with spectacular views, stunning interiors, superior construction and fine craftsmanship.Marsh reported "The luxury market has been slow to come back, but the signs are there that this segment of the market is definitely showing significant signs of improvement"According to the Daytona Beach MLS records, this was the highest priced oceanfront sale in the greater Daytona Beach Area since mid 2008.  (MLS #498572 DABMLS) (MLS #o4952121)The home was on the market for approximately 6 months, and was... 07/02/2010

                                Buy, Sell or Lease a House or Condo in Ponce Inlet Florida It's that time of year again. It's the time of year when the weather in Central Florida is warm and wonderful... it's not too hot or too cold. And it's perfect for anyone who would like to buy a house or condo in the beautiful town of Ponce Inlet. We also have a few condos, and one single house for lease in Ponce Inlet. Below is a chart of the active real estate listings that are currently on the market in the Daytona Beach Area Association of REALTORS® and Multiple Listings Service (MLS) for the city of Ponce Inlet. If you're interested in buying a house or condo in Ponce Inlet, or if you'd like to rent/lease a condo (or the one available house for rent) in Ponce Inlet, don't wait! Make a Smart ... 05/15/2010

And I am the hijacker... After all this time I finally succumbed to my wife's pressure to take the account over. Olga is a wonderful wife of 40 years, but she is not a blogger, and my attempts to make her one did not succeed. She does not like her phone to ring on business, as she is much better with customers face-to-face rather than on the phone. She is better than me with showings, and I exploit it. She can remember such details about the houses that I am stunned by it. I do not remember these details about the kitchens of houses that I have seen 2 years ago, I actually do not even remember that the house had a kitchen… I guess I am better at some other things and she exploits it. But at least now she will be happy to know that I will stop harassing her. The funny thing that I am sur... 05/15/2010