Coastal Home Life - Spring 2023

18 Commons, Little Compton RI 02837

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Westport Harbor - Iconic, rarely available Westport Harbor offering with many possibilities to the discerning buyer. Adorable Antique Farmhouse situated on a high and dry 4-acre parcel with multiple buildings including: studio, barns, and outbuildings. This private location has 100’s of acres of nearby conservation and walking trails. It was once part of the largest land holding in Acoaxet, formerly an equestrian and working farm for more than 200 years. This site is capable of being entirely self-sufficient & net-zero, w/ 2 active deep wells (400 ft), a 2000-gallon cistern for rainwater & newer septic. This is by far the most interesting property on the market and the best location - this opportunity should not be overlooked. More detailed information, 3d tours, floor plans available. Additional 9 acres of land available with property. $1.595 Million

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Westport Harbor Region

Renee M. Welchman, Associate Broker, CPA, Realtor Owner & Founder Welchman Real Estate Group

Located within a walk to Ocean Drive and to downtown Newport on almost half an acre this modern 4 bedroom, 3 bath shingle style home is exceptional and very private. A chef’s kitchen, wide pine floors, a first-floor bedroom/ office and a wood burning fireplace, gunite plunge pool/spa, a multi- level mahogany deck and an outdoor stone fireplace and outdoor shower the home offers exceptional indoor- outdoor flow. Finished basement is well appointed with a large gym, a sauna room and additional bedroom space. Built in 2007 the home offers state of the art utilities including geothermal heat and central air. $3.4 Million

Unique Offering -Simmons Café & Marketplace reinvented the historic F.A. Simmons Store that had been a staple establishment since the 1800s. It’s prime location in the heart of Adamsville Village, at the junction of Rt. 179 and Rt. 81. Market Place & Café, Detached 2-3 Bedroom home, frontage on Main & Crandall. $998,500

Totally renovated 4 bedrooms, 2 bath home an optional, separate, adjacent, buildable lot! Buy house on .69 of an Acre or as package with water views! Over 2,100SF with 2 car garage. Call for Details.

Westport Adamsville Village

130 Carol Newport, RI

126 Hilton St. Tiverton RI

From the Editor

Cape Cod and The Islands Everchanging Coastal Living

THE SPECTACULAR COASTAL REGIONS of the Cape & Islands were some of the first settlements in America just over 600 years ago. The region’s dramatic landscape is the result of the Laurentide Glacier which covered half of North America only 20,000 years ago. It was only 7000 years ago that this region completed its formation as we know it today. The land on which Cape Cod and the Islands sit is a Terminal Moraine (an accumulation of rocks & debris) at the outermost coastal ocean edge. It is everchanging, still forming and unforming and continually redefining its coastlines. Mankind made the Cape an island in 1916, with the opening of the Cape Cod Canal, using the Manomet and the Scusset Rivers to complete the passage from Cape Cod Bay to Buzzards Bay.

Cape Cod and its neighboring islands, Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard, possess extraordinary beauty. Magnificent ocean vistas, spectacular sand dunes, quiet marshes, and historic seaside villages bring people back year after year. Improved roads and affordable automobiles opened the Cape to tourism, and by the 1930s, the Cape had assumed its place in New England as an idyllic and still unspoiled landscape of beaches, scenery and unique cultural heritage. Before the canal in 1900, the population of Cape Cod was only 25,000. After the canal & bridges were opened in 1916, growth became steady both year-round and seasonally. Today about 250,000 residents live here, but in summer the population grows to well over 1 million.

Living In Cape Cod & The Islands

This issue we will focus on living in the Cape & Islands. Each year we look at regions, communities, things to do and popular places to visit to start your search. In many cases, summer tourists who visit Cape Cod are drawn to living here by the incredible natural beauty of the region. The summer season is just amazing, but if you talk to the locals, it is the offseason that makes living here so very special.

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EAST GREENWICH, RHODE ISLAND

50 Travelers Court Unit 31

Newly updated floorplans make this 2,200 square foot Matunuck model at MIDDLEBERRY even more inviting than the others. Be part of an exciting new active adult community located in vibrant East Greenwich. First floor features include open concept design, impressive stainless-steel kitchen, master suite with walk in closet, study, gathering room with gas fireplace, laundry room and powder room. Second floor rooms include another bedroom, full bathroom, loft/office, huge linen closet and tons of additional storage. Outdoor amenities include 2 - car garage with storage, covered patio, open patio and professional landscaping. Located only minutes to multiple golf courses, marinas, downtown East Greenwich with its amazing dining and shopping, I-95, and T.F. Green airport. Photos of similar model.

$819,900

138 Pine Glen #38

Unique 3-bedroom, 3 bath town home has a bonus guest suite with private entrance, full kitchen, and bath in the walkout lower level. This is ideal for a live- in caretaker, a long -term family guest, or a separate home office. Hardwoods throughout, first and second floor bedroom suites, New custom primary bathroom with Texas sized custom walk-in shower and heated tile floors. living room with fireplace, Multiple private deck areas, awning, 2 car garage. $725,000

195 Pine Glen

Beautiful Condo 2 bedrooms / 2 Baths over 2000 sq. ft. A fabulous Unit! Loaded with Sunshine! Located in phase three and set in a very private corner of the development. The large primary suite is set on the first floor with a large walk-in closet and en-suite bath. Features an updated stainless and granite kitchen and a fireplaced living room and with vaulted ceilings and new skylights! The second floor has another large suite with a full bath and a loft office/family room attached with cathedral ceilings. Brick Patio and one car garage. $489,000

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BY BRITTANY RAYBURN

Restaurants You’ll Be a ‘Succa’ For This Spring

SPRING HAS SPRUNG, and with the weather getting warmer day by day, you are due for a trip to the Cape! Hyannis and Mashpee are both great areas to visit, with countless shops and some of the best restaurants on Cape Cod. Check out some of my favorites!

The Naked Oyster Hyannis, MA

If you are looking for a restaurant with a chic, trendy and comforting, warm environment – The Naked Oyster is the best place to head to. The Naked Oyster is a French Bistro in Hyannis, MA owned by

Florence Lowell, who is also the Executive Chef. Chef Florence is a native of the Atlantic Coast of France and has over 30 years of experience in the restaurant business. After spending many summers in Arcachon, a major center for oyster farming in France, she was thrilled to be able to

Bobby Byrne’s

bring her experience in farming oysters to Barnstable, MA, where she tends the oysters and serves them with fresh lemon, cocktail sauce, or French style, with the mignonette of the day. The Naked Oyster focuses on fresh, robust bistro food that tastes just as good as it looks. All dishes are prepared using fresh and local products, working closely with farmers on Cape Cod!

When visiting The Naked Oyster, you must start out with the Smoked Salmon Plate, which features house cured and smoked salmon, fennel slaw, horseradish crema as well as grilled focaccia to top it on. The salmon is smoked to perfection along with the mouthwatering flavors of the fennel slaw and delicious kick to the horseradish crema. And yes, you will need a second serving of the focaccia! For an entrée, try the Native Scallop Romesco, served with polenta-goat cheese, French carrots, baby spinach, and topped with a romesco sauce. These scallops will literally melt in your mouth, along with the polenta that is soft, creamy, and adds a vibrant flavor.

For cocktails, check out the Cucumber Bliss as well as the Naked Cantaloupe. The Cucumber Bliss is a sweet and citrusy

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beverage that will quench your thirst and feel super refreshing. The Cucumber Bliss is mixed with organic cucumber vodka, lemon juice, butterfly pea syrup, soda, as well as fresh cucumber and mint. And the Naked Cantaloupe is deliciously sweet and great for the warmer weather – mixed with melon vodka, watermelon liqueur, as well as orange.

Alberto’s Ristorante

Hyannis, MA

Looking for some fine dining in Cape Cod? You won’t be disappointed with Alberto’s Ristorante in Hyannis, MA. Alberto’s features both a lounge as well as intimate fireside dining rooms depending on what vibe you are looking for – with their lounge being a great setting for a dinner cocktail or casual meal, and their dining rooms perfect for a more elegant occasion, like a date night! Alberto’s is also a great spot to consider for private events such as a reception or rehearsal dinner, as their dining rooms can be arranged to fit up to 200 people and their menus can be customized with any cocktails or hors d’oeuvres that you are looking for. Alberto’s is known for their outstanding Northern Italian cuisine as well as their delectable cocktails.

When dining at Alberto’s Ristorante for dinner, you must try the Lobster Ravioli as well as the Filet au Poivre. For seafood lovers, the Lobster Ravioli will blow your taste buds away. The dish is served with black and white striped ravioli that is stuffed with fresh and plump New England lobster and ricotta cheese, topped in a saffron cream sauce. With these raviolis, you are guaranteed to get a delightful burst of flavor with every bite. For steak lovers, the Filet au Poivre will truly wow you. The Filet au Poivre is an 8-ounce prime, black angus beef tenderloin that is coated with peppercorn that has a nice kick to it and finished in a brandy cream sauce. This steak is served with buttery mashed potatoes and grilled, flavorful vegetables.

To pair with your meal, enjoy the Fresh Sicilian as well as the Espresso Martini. The Fresh Sicilian is the perfect beverage for the Spring and is bound to make you even more excited about the warm weather to come. This drink is mixed with Solerno Blood Orange liquor, freshly squeezed lime, soda water, and fresh mint. The Fresh Sicilian is so thirst-quenching that you will need to go for a second one! And you cannot visit Alberto’s without ordering an Espresso Martini, which

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is the best of the best. The Espresso Martini is mixed with vanilla vodka, crème de cacao, and Frangelico, served in a sugar and cinnamon rimmed glass.

53 Chophouse Mashpee, MA

53 Chophouse located in Mashpee Commons is Cape Cod’s newest premier steakhouse and is an absolute magical culinary experience. 53 Chophouse was born from inspiration of the great steakhouses of cities such as Boston, New York, and Chicago. 53 Chophouse is known for its unbelievable guest experience – everything from the table settings to the last bite of dessert (which you will never want to end!).

The owners, Jan and Pam Aggerbeck are local entrepreneurs that have great experience in all their business endeavors. They pride themselves on acquiring the finest meats as well as curating an extensive wine list to accompany the menu. 53 Chophouse is not only just a steakhouse, but a warm and welcoming environment that will make you feel like you are right at home (although, it would be tough to top a menu like theirs

from the comfort of your own home).

To start, try the Wagyu Stuffed Portobello, the Baked French Onion Soup, and the 53 Wedge Salad. The Wagyu Stuffed Portobello is truly an explosion of flavors, served with juicy and tender wagyu, portobello, garlic cream, bruschetta, and crostini. The Baked French Onion Soup, hands down one of the best, is homemade onion soup served with crispy croutons as well as gruyere cheese that will literally melt right in your mouth. And of course, you cannot visit a steakhouse without the wedge salad! The 53 Wedge Salad is served with crunchy iceberg lettuce, crispy bacon, tomato, pecans, and topped with a blue cheese dressing. If you are dining with a group, definitely splurge on the Tomahawk Prime 42-ounce steak, which is absolutely incredible. The Tomahawk is served to your table hanging for a both a fun and delectable experience; charred with roasted fingerling potatoes underneath to soak up the mouthwatering beef fat. In addition to the roasted fingerling potatoes, you must order the creamed spinach, which is made with boursin cream and the perfect complement

to the Tomahawk steak. For sauces, try the bearnaise sauce as well as the rosemary demi-glace – which are unbelievably good alone, and even better mixed together! Finish off your night out with a giant and thick slice of chocolate cake, which is rich, moist, and downright scrumptious!

For cocktails, order the Paper Plane as well as the Lemon Drop on a Rock. The Paper Plane is a great option for Bourbon lovers, served straight up and mixed with Bulleit bourbon, amaro nonino, Aperol, fresh lemon, and simple syrup. And for a light and refreshing beverage, try the Lemon Drop on a Rock, mixed with Grey Goose citron, limoncello, lemon, agave nectar, as well as a large rock and a sugar rim.

Bobby Byrne’s Mashpee, MA

Bobby Byrne’s is an “eating, drinking, and talking establishment” that opened in Mashpee, MA back in July of 1973! The pub was originally opened by Bobby Byrne who had over 19 years of experience as a bartender in Beverly Hills, New York City, and now Cape Cod. Bobby Byrne’s’ logo is

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influenced by the Celtic Knot, which shines through every part of the restaurant, including the décor, menu, the walls, as well as the atmosphere. The Celtic Knot represents the coherent and the unknowable at the same time, making Bobby Byrne’s much more than just a place of food and drink, but a place where you can sit back, relax, and enjoy a positive and relaxed atmosphere.

At Bobby Byrne’s, seafood lovers cannot go wrong with the Fish Tacos, which is fried, crispy and flaked-to-perfection cod that is served in grilled flour tortillas with lettuce, tomato, onion, cheddar cheese, salsa, as well as anchor sour cream. These Fish Tacos are paired nicely with a glass (or two) of Prosecco. If you are in the mood for some steak, try the Teriyaki Steak Bites, which are grilled steak bites topped with fresh onions and red and green peppers, rice, pineapple, coconut, as well as scallions. These tender, juicy steak bites are an impeccable mix of savory, sweet, and salty. And, if you are looking for a hearty sandwich, you will love The Shakespeare –a bulky focaccia roll filled with grilled chicken breast, spinach, roasted red peppers, tomato, melted mozzarella, and basil aioli, served with broccoli slaw.

For cocktails, enjoy the Hurricane Bobby and the Cosmopolitan. The Hurricane Bobby is an absolute classic at Bobby Byrne’s and will make you feel like you are on vacation, mixed with Bacardi silver, Malibu rum, banana liqueur, Triple sec, cranberry, pineapple, orange juice, grenadine, and a Myers Dark Rum floater. The Cosmopolitan is mixed with Tito’s handmade vodka, Triple sec liqueur, a flare of cranberry juice, as well as squeezed natural lime juice and a lime garnished on the beverage.

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IT’S HOT TO BE COOL

IMPROVE YOUR SLEEP, STARTING TONIGHT.

Catching your Zzzz’s is critical to staying healthy. Unfortunately, many people have sleep problems and don’t get the rest that they need. To maintain your physical health, mental health, metabolism, and hormone balance, you must get quality, restorative rest. HUSH is here to help!

The HUSH Mattress

After 1.5 years of research and development, HUSH is proud to offer a mattress with an ultra premium cooling pillow top (featuring both responsive and memory foam), individually wrapped coils, and zero motion transfer. It’s also:

• NATURALLY ANTI-BACTERIAL: Made with edible plantbased glue and non-toxic padding; there’s no opportunity for bacteria to breed.

• TRIPLE-ZONED SUPPORT: The springs are firmer around your torso and lighter around your shoulders and feet, giving you proper spinal support to reduce neck and back pain.

• COMFORTABLE FOR EVERYONE: The Hush Mattress is designed to feel just right in every sleeping position whether you’re on your stomach, back, or side.

• BALANCED SUPPORT: Made with the perfect amount of softness in the pillow top and firmness in the core to give you a blissful, floating experience.

• KEEPS YOU COOL: The proprietary material keeps the pillow top cool-to-the-touch so you can fall asleep faster and stay cool all night long.

• ZERO MOTION TRANSFER: Individually-wrapped coils protect your sleep; you won’t feel your partner tossing and turning.

The HUSH Mattress, $800

The HUSH Iced Cooling Sheet & Pillowcase Set

Ready to complement your mattress with top rated organic bamboo sheets? HUSH took their proprietary organic cooling fabric and weaved it into their bed sheets! Perfect for hot sleepers suffering from night sweats, as well as those with sensitive skin and breakouts, these feathery soft sheets are naturally antibacterial.

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The Science Behind Weighted Blankets

More than 76% of people have physical and psychological symptoms caused by stress. Science shows that a 15lb weighted blanket can dramatically reduce symptoms, promote relaxation, and help you get to sleep due to its cortisol-reducing effect.

HUSH Weighted Blankets were engineered by a symphony of Sleep Specialists and product designers who spent over 1000 hours developing them. They are stress-reducing (lower cortisol), happiness-inducing (increase serotonin) and sleep-initiating (hello, melatonin)!

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The HUSH Classic Blanket With Duvet Cover

This weighted blanket comes with a super-soft “minky” cover. (Translation: Very Comfortable). Perfect to settle down insomniacs with racing minds, sleepers who toss and turn, and those who wake up many times each night.

The HUSH Iced 2.0 — Cooling Weighted Blanket For Hot Sleepers

HUSH created the world’s first cool-tothe-touch weighted blanket. Relax your body and mind while staying cool all night long with its special fabric.

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HUSH Hybrid Cooling Pillow, $119

HUSH’s innovative cooling fabric is infused into one side of the pillow and sports their popular stretchy bamboo fabric on the other. The removable and easy to wash cover is naturally antibacterial and made with anti-face-wrinkle technology.

HUSH Eco Pillow, $149

Sustainably made with an advanced manufacturing technique that uses eco-friendly materials like soy and other bio-essential oils, this naturally antibacterial and anti-allergenic fabric means you can say goodbye to pillow acne!

Iced Cooling Sheet & Pillowcase Set, $129

The HUSH Classic Blanket with Duvet Cover, $199

The HUSH Iced 2.0, — Cooling Weighted Blanket for Hot Sleepers, $259

Gifts fortheHome

BY GREG SAMPSON

Shopping for Warmer Weather

Keeping your house clean, preparing dishes for outdoor gatherings, utilizing food waste to help your plants grow, and strokes & jokes on the patio by the pool.

Eufy Clean L35 Hybrid+

$550 | us.eufy.com

This auto emptying vacuum mop combo features an anti-bacterial and deodorizing dust bag. Enjoy up to 60 days of hands-free cleaning from ultra-strong 3,200 pa suction, iPath Laser Navigation and multi-floor mapping. Use the controllable water tank to choose suitable water flow. Use the app to customize your cleaning plans for different rooms including no-go zones. RoboVac’s 2-in-1 design allows you to vacuum and mop at the same time for efficient cleaning. When it detects a change from hard floors to carpet, BoostIQ™️ increases the suction power for deep cleaning. RoboVac can also climb over thresholds and rugs up to 20mm thick.

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Kohler Riverby Farmers Sink

$1,800 | www.kohler.com

Inspired by professional chefs and designed around real-life routines, Riverby streamlines your kitchen tasks with accessories that make prepping, cooking, and cleaning a breeze. The understated beauty of this Riverby® sink makes it an elegant and versatile addition to the kitchen. A single, large bowl provides ample space to soak and wash cookware, while a sloped basin to an offset drain minimizes water pooling. Crafted from enameled cast iron, this sink resists chipping, cracking, or burning for years of beauty and reliable performance. Add a cutting board and rack to the Riverby workstation sink. Choose from multiple sizes and finishes.

Lomi

$500 | www.lomi.com

Stylish + Eco-Friendly - Lomi makes it easy to have a positive impact on the environment. Turn your food-waste and biodegradable household products into nutrients for your plants, lawn, or garden with the push of a button and say goodbye to smelly, leaky garbage bags for good. Designed to sit on your countertop or in a cabinet. How to use: fill Lomi with food-waste + biodegradable household products (like paper towel, or cardboard packaging), close the lid + push the button. Lomi does its magic to create nutrient rich Lomi Earth in as little as 4 hours.

Putt King Pro Green

$830 | www.goputtking.com

The Putt King™️ Pro Green features the same high-quality materials found in professional installs. Indoor-outdoor seasonal versatility provides everyday play without compromising quality. Trusted by PGA Instructors, athletes, recreational and competitive golfers alike, we design innovative products that deliver on our promise of quality and performance so you can focus on enjoying the game. With an average stimpmeter speed rating of 11, each Putt King™️ Pro Green includes impact resistant cups, (3) 23” flagticks, (3) surface plugs, (3) contour slope pads for custom undulations, outdoor flags of your color choice and measures 11.5’ x 5’. Add on the Roller Storage Bag for $200.

Cape Cod & The Islands

From Salt We Have Come and to Salt We Will Return

CAPE COD AND THE ISLANDS of Martha’s Vineyard & Nantucket are by far one of the most popular summer destinations in America. There is no doubt we are mesmerized by the ocean’s edge and drawn to it like it is part of our being. John F. Kennedy once said, “All of us have in our veins the exact same percentage of salt in our blood that exists in the ocean, and therefore, we have salt in our blood, in our sweat, in our

tears. We are tied to the ocean. And when we go back to the sea - whether it is to sail or to watch it - we are going back from whence we came.” Joseph P. Kennedy, John’s dad, originally rented a summer home in Hyannis Port in the 1920s. In 1926, he purchased the property consisting of 3 homes known today as the Kennedy Compound.

The small beachside communities are connected by the eclectic backroads of route

6A, or as some know it, “The Old Kings Highway,” which was used by Native Americans and settlers to transport goods along the bay. Each year over 5 million tourist flock to the Cape to experience just a small piece of life in this spectacular place. There is only one thing better than a visit to your favorite place, and that is making it your home or your home away from home. Droves of visitors find their special place for

summer excursions or full-year residency. The Cape & Islands offers so much in the amazing summers here, but locals will tell you, it is the serenity of all the seasons that make living here so very special The laidback lifestyle, sweeping beaches, and lush landscapes make the Cape a paradise to live in for zesty summers and laid-back winters. Courtesy of Kinlin Grover Real Estate, “If you could travel back in time to 1950, chances are you would not recognize the communities of Cape Cod. Only 47,000 people lived here then, and almost everyone who had a home on the Cape was a fulltime resident. The local economy was still dependent on a robust fishing industry and fast-growing summer tourism. Today, the year-round population has grown by over 350 percent to 250,000 year-round residents

in Cape & Islands towns.” According to the Cape Cod Commission, roughly 41% of all Cape Cod homes are seasonal. The majority of these are empty in the winter. This means that the homes are generally easy to show, even on short notice.

Kinlin Grover also noted, “Among the wealthiest second-home owners, more than 60 percent have their primary residences elsewhere in Massachusetts, mostly in the Boston metro area. Another 10 percent come from Connecticut and Rhode Island. About 5 percent of second-home owners have their primary residence in New Jersey, while nearly 6 percent live in New York”. As a result, for so many second-home owners, their Cape residence really is their ‘other’ home, enjoyed year-round. Many will leave work Thursday night and spend a long weekend on the

Cape”. The Cape has so much to offer, to so many, looking for a life by the sea. From quiet beaches to winding bike & recreation paths, to parks and quaint small villages for shopping and dining. By all standards, it is vacation home living that is relatively close to major metro markets and transportation hubs in the affluent Northeast.

CAPE COD, A GOLFER’S DREAM

With more than three dozen golf courses, Cape Cod, Massachusetts is a golfer’s delight. Whether you’re an avid golfer who prefers the amenities of a private golf resort or someone who enjoys playing a variety of public courses, the perfect golf experience awaits you on Cape Cod. Near every great golf course are fabulous options for living your dream. Fairway Pointe near the

East Falmouth

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Nantucket

recently revamped Cape Club in Falmouth is a great choice. If resort-style living near the ocean is more your style, then Willowbend, New Seabury, or Brewster’s Ocean Edge Resort is a great fit. Cummaquid Golf Club in the quaint town of Yarmouth Port is enveloped by the tight-knit neighborhood of Cummaquid Heights, the perfect spot for settling in and making friends. The Cape has so many options for golf communities, it’s hard to know where to begin.

THE ISLANDS OF MARTHA’S VINEYARD & NANTUCKET REAL ESTATE MARKET

Real estate sales on Martha’s Vineyard soared well past the $1 billion threshold from 2020-2022, shattering previous records as an unprecedented bull market for homes,

buoyed by the pandemic, drove the market. According to year-end data compiled from the Dukes County Registry of Deeds, the Island finished 2020 with a total sales volume of $1.09 billion. The median home sale price on Martha’s Vineyard jumped from $875,000 in 2019, the previous Island record, to $1,035,000 in 2020, an 18 percent increase. And in 2021 and 2022 sharp increases in prices of sought-after properties were recorded. The Vineyard’s sister island of Nantucket has seen an even more dramatic increase in its real estate market. Traditionally about twice as expensive as the Vineyard, Nantucket surpassed the $2 billion threshold for the first time in 2020, with median home prices hovering around $2 million. The typical home value in Nantucket is $1,716,533. This value is seasonally

adjusted and only includes the middle price tier of homes. Nantucket home values have gone up 4.9% over the past year.

Cape Cod and The Islands are broken into 6 distinct regions, let’s explore each of them a bit and what each has to offer for living “The Cape & Islands Life,” in a primary or co-primary second home.

THE UPPER CAPE

The Upper Cape is the first area you reach after crossing the Cape Cod Canal, which is the longest sea-level canal in the world, boasting 7 miles of bike and footpaths on each bank. This region alone is home to 10 beautiful beaches and 10 great golf courses. The Upper Cape is an area of Cape Cod that includes the towns of Bourne, Falmouth, Mashpee, Sandwich, and the village

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of Woods Hole.  The Upper Cape offers beaches on both Nantucket Sound as well as Cape Cod Bay and is home to several Cape Cod Kettle Ponds.  The region features both year-round and seasonal neighborhoods and offers convenient off Cape access for commuters to both Boston, MA, Providence, RI, and Hartford, CT. Sandwich is a delightful little town with gorgeous public gardens and a famous boardwalk that lofts across a wide salt marsh from a parking area to the beach. Woods Hole is the home of the famous oceanographic institute. Beaches of the Upper Cape touch upon the calmer, protected waters of Cape Cod Bay and the rougher waters of Buzzards Bay and Nantucket Sound.

THE MID CAPE

The Mid Cape includes the city of Barnstable and the towns of Dennis and Yarmouth. There are seven villages in Barnstable: Barnstable Village, Centerville,

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Cotuit, Hyannis, Marstons Mills, Osterville, and West Barnstable. Barnstable is the county seat, and Hyannis is known as Cape Cod’s one and only metropolis. The Mid Cape runs from Cape Cod Bay on the north to Nantucket Sound on the south. There are 100 miles of public beaches in Barnstable, and 20 public & private golf courses in the Mid-Cape area. Hyannis is considered the “hub” of the Cape, with nearly 70% of the population in this area, and is also home to most of Cape Cod’s industry. The downtown area of Hyannis is busy most of the year with many shops, restaurants, and attractions such as the Melody Tent and the Cape Cod Railroad. The John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum is a multimedia exhibit designed to open a window into the days JFK spent on Cape Cod at the family compound in Hyannis Port. From the Ocean Street Docks, ferries and tour boats depart to the islands of Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard.

THE LOWER CAPE

The Lower Cape is located at the “elbow” area of the Cape and includes the upscale towns of Chatham, Harwich, Orleans, and Brewster. The Lower Cape has much to offer including a large variety of year-round and second homes to choose from, many bay and ocean side beaches, extensive boating, fishing, water sports, a large variety of restaurants, art galleries, and shopping choices and once again great golf courses. No matter where you live in the Lower Cape, you are not far from water.  With the Atlantic Ocean on one side and the Bay on the other, along with rivers, saltwater ponds, kettle ponds, coves, and inlets, a significant concentration of homes are waterfront, water view, or within reasonable walking distance to water. Chatham has developed over the years into a highly desirable place to live in or visit. Today its small-town qualities are well-suited for families and retired residents. A spectacular coastline and

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out-of-the-way location have kept generations of summer residents coming back each year. With its old Cape Cod quaintness, vast pristine beaches, and surrounding ocean, Chatham is in high demand. Visit the famous fish pier to purchase fish and lobsters right off the boat!

THE OUTER CAPE

The Outer Cape region extends northwards starting from Eastham and continuing through Wellfleet, Truro, and then Provincetown. This beautiful, narrow land area in places only a mile wide, is bordered by Cape Cod Bay to the west and the Atlantic Ocean to the east side. The Outer Cape has most of the Cape Cod National Seashore and offers miles of pristine beaches, sea grasses, and sand dunes. This in part is why the area is known for being the most rural and least commercialized on the Cape. Here you will find little distraction from the natural beauty that Patti Page sang about back in the 1950s. This strip of land is so narrow that in some areas, the distance from the ocean to the bay is only a mile. After taking a 30-mile walk along Cape Cod’s outer shore in 1849, Henry David Thoreau predicted that the wild and beautiful place he saw would be “A place of resort for those New Englanders who really wish to visit the seaside.” And in fact, all of Cape Cod, the famed Massachusetts peninsula wrapped with more than 500 miles of coastline, is today a seaside hot spot for travelers from New England and around the world.

MARTHA’S VINEYARD

Many are surprised to learn that around 63% of all homes in Martha’s Vineyard are strictly seasonal. When the tourists leave, the houses stand empty for 6-8 Months.

Those who call Martha’s Vineyard home year-round, thrive in the solitude after

the vacationers return home and the island again takes on a small-town community feel. Martha’s Vineyard is an island that sits approximately 7 miles from Cape Cod. There are no bridges or tunnels to the mainland, the only way to reach the island is via boat or plane. Many people are drawn to the isolation and serenity this offers. On less than 100 square miles, you’ll find the 6 adorable small towns of Tisbury (Vineyard Haven), Oak Bluffs, Edgartown, West Tisbury, Chilmark, and Aquinnah. Yearround there are barely 17,000 residents but summertime brings that number closer to 200,000. Owning a home on the Vineyard means you should expect company – Often! It is truly a very special place to live!

NANTUCKET ISLAND

Nantucket is an elbow-shaped island located 26 miles off Cape Cod in Massachusetts. It is a favorite summer vacation destination prized for its seaside charm, great restaurants, and lively shopping scene. Nantucket is not exclusively for the wealthy. Much of its 82 miles of prime coastline is open to the public. At the height of summer, downtown brings out a mix of classes and backgrounds,

heritages, and a host of wealthy summer residents and celebrities. For those living year-round on Nantucket, the pace of life changes with the seasons. Be prepared for a flurry of visitors, summer folks, and tourists from May through October, with a quieter pace in the winter months. The year-round population has almost doubled in the last 20 years to now, 14,500 residents. In the summertime, the population swells to over 80,000. Despite the challenges that come with living year-round on Nantucket, there’s a lot to love here!

Cape Cod and the islands of Martha’s Vineyard & Nantucket are simply some of the most pristine parts of America. Each year over 5 million tourists flock to the region to experience just a small piece of life in this spectacular region. They are amazing, such small and precious places. They can capture so much of our hearts and minds that we just keep going back, time after time. Living in Cape Cod is a dream that can be made a reality. The laid-back lifestyle, sweeping beaches, and lush landscapes make the Cape a paradise to live in for zesty summers and laid-back winters.

LIVING IN the cape & the islands

Gay Head, Martha’s Vineyard

outdoorliving

BY KAT MOTTRAM

GET OUT AND STAY OUT

Backyards have morphed from an occasional place to entertain friends into a multi-purpose area where we connect, play, work, and rejuvenate.

AS

WITH EVERYTHING ELSE,

the last several years have changed how we view the space outside of our home. Backyards have morphed from an occasional place to entertain friends into a multi-purpose area where we connect, play, work, and rejuvenate. With the rising costs of mortgage rates, instead of buying a new home in 2023, many are choosing to enhance their current homes - both inside and out.

The best way to amplify your backyard into a functional and gorgeous oasis is to bring the indoors-out and personalize it in sustainable and inventive ways.

Here Are The Top Outdoor Living Trends For You To Consider:

1 — INSIDE INTEGRATION

The move to blend the inside and outside

spaces reigns supreme in 2023. Adding bi-fold or stacking sliding glass doors, enclosed verandas, and partially covered gardens blurs the lines that separate your inside living area from your outside living area.

Details like floor-to-ceiling windows or moving glass wall systems blend the two formerly independent areas into one cohesive zone. It also has the added benefit of bringing more natural light into your home.

2 — CONSTRUCTING KITCHENS

The patio is no longer just a place to grill your burgers. The addition of a full-size outdoor kitchen offers a new way to dine-out with your friends and family. Full size appliances, weatherproof furniture, even dishwashers are being brought outside this year. Create a culinary wonderland complete with pizza oven, tabletop fire pit to roast

marshmallows and rolling bar carts for your beverages. Why cook over a hot stove inside when you can spend the evening outside in the fresh air making dinner?

3 — OUTDOOR OFFICE

With so many people working regularly from home now, incorporating an outdoor office is a fantastic way to check off your to-do list each day. All-weather tables, umbrellas and comfy chairs offer a great way to make the long work days a little easier ... and help you get some vitamin D at the same time!

4 — PRIVACY PLANTS

Gone are the days of only using fences and screens to block your neighbors view of your yard. Now, the trend is to choose plants for privacy instead.

Living walls, rolling shelves, trellises,

pergolas, hanging baskets, and plants like bamboo create beautiful-looking privacy partitions to stop prying eyes. If you already have a fence, add fence shelving and planter boxes to create more ambiance with greenery.

5 — ACCESSIBLE ACCENTS

Outdoor spaces should be accessible and safe for all ages. Even if you don’t have babies or elderly family members residing with you, they’ll no doubt be over to socialize. The trend to think about inclusively in your outdoor spaces is paramount.

This can involve motion-sensing lights, door hardware that can be unlocked from a smartphone, lever style door knobs or push/ pull handles, foot-operated openers on the door’s bottom rails, and adhesive traction strips on steps.

When you purchase furniture, think about

how sturdy it is and how easy it will be to get in and out of for those with less mobility. Widen your walking paths and craft them with firm materials rather than loose stones.

6 — GROWING GARDENS

The resurgence of traditional gardening has many homeowners turning over areas for in-the-ground crops or creating raised and vertical gardens utilizing hardscape materials as the base. Herbs, vegetables, fruits, and flowers create a practical and beautiful backyard space.

With the cost of food continuing to rise, this is one way to curb your weekly spending. It’s also a wonderful way to de-stress each day and feed your family nutrient-dense foods picked straight from the vine.

Consider consulting with a local arborist to learn about drought-resistant plants. This will help to keep your water bill lower as well!

OUTDOOR LIVING backyards

7 — SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS

Think natural, recycled, and upcycled! Reducing your carbon footprint by shopping from eco-conscious brands or buying second-hand isn’t a new concept, but it’s continuing to be prioritized in 2023.

Sustainable outdoor furniture made from bamboo, recycled plastic, rattan, and other eco-conscious materials is a thoughtful way to prioritize our planet. Adding solar-powered lights and a coffee table made from reclaimed wood to your patio not only adds ambiance to your home, but supports the longevity of the Earth.

8 — STEPPING STONES

With sustainability in mind, the use of walkway stones made from limestone, porcelain, sandstone and even granite are on trend to create a serene vibe in your backyard. Asymmetrical slabs are the look of choice in

2023 so don’t hesitate to choose stones that are less pristine looking.

9

— ECLECTIC EVERYDAY

Many homeowners are choosing to cast off the idea that their outdoor oasis needs to look refined and flawless. 2023 is offering you the chance to mix and match fabrics, embellish with statement pieces, throw down patterned rugs, and add abstract art to your heart’s content.

If you’re dreaming of a tropical locale, craft your backyard to look like one. If you want to bring touches of the Mediterranean in, do it! Greek-inspired designs and destination vibes are all the rage and you have carte blanche to create a globally-inspired space.

10 — CREATIVE COLOR

As mentioned in #9, this year is all about exploring eclectic styles that appeal to you

- and this includes color. Cast off old notions of what works and try mixing metals, glass, wood, and depths of colors via patterns and unique color palettes.

Incorporate metallic accents with wall mirror frames and end tables. Add bold, saturated jewel tones in small areas like throw pillows until you feel confident enough to splash them around in larger areas like your chairs and sofas.

Balance the metallic accents and jewel tones with the rich warmth of terra cotta in your planters, candles, or rugs.

ARE YOU FEELING INSPIRED?

After you implement these top 10 outdoor living trends, you’ll have a sustainable and functional space infused with your unique sense of style. After that? It’s time to start living life in partnership with the great outdoors.

THE HOT TUB EXPERIENCE

SIT BACK, RELAX & ENJOY EVERY DAY WITH APOLLO POOLS & SPAS

Owning your own hot tub is still on most homeowners’ bucket lists and for good reason. The team at Apollo Pools and Spas has a model for you to enjoy the hot tub experience on a daily basis!

“One of the biggest trends in hot tubs/spas right now is using saltwater technology to run the system. Everyone wants energy efficiency, comfort, easy maintenance, and there are many options that fulfill this wish list.” said Matt Collins, Owner of Apollo Pools & Spas

At Apollo, Caldera Spas are the biggest sellers alongside Nordic, Marquis Spas and Fantasy Spas. There are over 75 spas in stock at their Lakeville, Massachusetts showroom. Or you can custom order your own with specific features and colors to fit your needs and style. March is the best time to buy with special pricing being offered at the Home & Outdoor Living Show in Foxboro and Lincoln Home Show coming up. There are manu-

factures rebates to take advantage of right now as well. This will ensure you are getting the most for your investment.

The Health Benefits of a Spa

The Cleveland Clinic has done extensive studies that prove the list of benefits from regular use of a hot tub. These benefits are both mental and physical. As a form of relaxation, it can improve sleep and is a great way to destress. It is also great for your body and muscles. The use of hot tubs can help with medical conditions, elevate pain, and assist in healing injuries. Spas are ideal for athletes, young and old. They have also shown to help heart health and improve blood pressure.

Family Spa Time

Want to reduce screen time for you and your children? Taking a dip in your hot tub is one way to eliminate device use since electronics and water are not a good mix. Enjoy family time with the kids knowing you will get their undivided attention. Plus, your

spa can be used year-round versus a pool that you can only use several months in the New England weather.

Fun Fact

Only 5% of homes in the US currently have a spa or hot tub but this number is growing. Even use as a place to cool off in the hotter months by dropping the temperature, for a mini pool effect.

It’s time that you check that hot tub off your bucket list in 2023 and visit Apollo Pools at the Home Shows and/or at the showroom. Apollo handles the install and set up and can also provide maintenance and products for your spa.

Apollo Pools and Spas is located at 8 Harding St., Lakeville, MA.

For more information call 508-923-7381 or visit www.apollopoolsandspas.com.

HOME SHOW new england home shows

There’s no place like (the) HOME (SHOW)

FOR CLOSE TO 80 YEARS, the New England Home Shows have offered a one-stop-shop for consumers and home improvement businesses to connect face-to-face under one roof. These professional, high-quality events mutually benefit consumers and businesses alike.

Like most homeowners, you’re going to spend money each year protecting your largest investment. Whether it’s purposeful upgrades, necessary improvements, or building from scratch, at the New England Home Shows you’ll find licensed professionals ready to tackle every project for your home - no matter what the size.

Yes, it’s easy to go online and Google service providers, but you can’t meet and speak directly to the people who will be coming to your house. More importantly, you can’t look them in the eye and determine if you can trust them.

As homeowners, it is important to have choices, and personally get to know who you’re working with. We’re sure you know people who have been scammed, or who didn’t receive what they were promised. And, no matter who you are, you’ve probably hired the wrong person at some point. It’s costly, not to mention a horrible feeling, when you know you’ve made a mistake. Cultivating peace of mind by knowing who you are hiring is an important part of the home improvement process. All of our exhibitors are registered with the State and need to be licensed to be a part of our events.

If you currently have a project in mind, or are looking for ideas and inspiration for your next one, our events offer you the opportunity to accomplish both. We always say, “Make a day of it!” Our venues are located near restaurants and other activities, so bring the family along.

For eight decades, we have created an environment that has helped hundreds of thousands of homeowners like you find and schedule services for their home.

500+ exhibiting companies & services Meet face-to-face with home experts 200,000 sq feet of exhibition space On-site/nearby restaurants and hotels Free parking & handicapped accessible Visit the website to reserve your tickets for the best home shows in New England: www.newenglandhomeshows.com

HOME SHOW

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SAVE THE DATE

HOME & LIFESTYLE SHOW

LINCOLN

Bally’s Event Center Casino, Lincoln, RI

March 4-5, 2023

HOME SHOW FOXBORO

Socios Field House at Gillette Stadium, Foxboro, MA

March 24-26, 2023

HOME & GOLF SHOW

MARLBORO

Royal Plaza Trade Center, Marlboro, MA

March 31-April 2, 2023

HOME & FOOD TRUCK

SHOW Topsfield

Coolidge Hall & The Trade Center, Topsfield, MA

April 22-23, 2023

EXHIBIT AT THE SHOW: New England Home Shows are the longest running and best attended home and lifestyle shows in the region.

For small businesses looking to get their name out there, as well as for established businesses trying to grow, there is no other way to easily meet more than 60,000 affluent homeowners.

In most cases, exhibiting companies leave with so many qualified leads, it keeps them busy for an entire year. An astonishing 60% of attendees hire a business on the spot at the shows. And after they leave 70% more purchase a service/product they saw at the show. You never know who is going to walk through those doors and hire you!

Attendees leave with a bag full of your information and best of all, have met you face-to-face. They have gotten to know you, understand what you can offer them, and have seen your product/ service in real time. There is no better way to gain new clientele than in person.

The New England Home Shows have launched the success of HGTV, Mosquito Magnet, Roomba, Lumber Liquidators, and hundreds of other companies over the past eighty years. If you’re looking to growyour business, connect with more clients, and skyrocket your revenue this is the place to be.

EXHIBIT AT THE SHOW

$800,000 spent on multi-media show marketing (TV, radio, billboards, print, digital) 97% of attendees are homeowners & 27% own 2+ homes Extra marketing opportunities to reach 3+ million consumers (ask us about this!) Easy load in and load out For more information visit: www.newenglandhomeshows.com

EVEN YOUR HOME GET’S EXCITED ABOUT EUFY!

When it comes to home security eufy hands down has the best products at the best price. eufy’s motto of “Smart Home Simplified” couldnt be any more true. Their wireless security systems use cutting-edge technologies that are designed for your convenience. From full 2k HD resolution to 360 degree motion surveillance to multiple integrations of tech in a single device, the list goes on and on. The best part is there are no monthly fees.

For more information visit us.eufy.com

BIG HOME ENERGY REBATES ARE COMING

Did you know that water heaters are the second highest source of energy usage in the home? On average, they use more energy than a refrigerator, dishwasher, laundry washer and dryer combined. Designed to help drastically reduce energy usage, heat pump technology is the most efficient way to heat water in the home.

With the highest home energy rebates in history, it’s the perfect time to upgrade your water heater. Under the Inflation Reduction Act, homeowners will be eligible for a federal tax credit of 30% of the total installed cost, up to $2,000, for purchasing a heat pump water heater. This means huge upfront savings for homeowners in 2023 and in some instances, potentially breaking even – especially when combined with local rebates, which can run as high as $1,000 in some states.

A. O. Smith, the world’s largest manufacturer of commercial and residential water heaters, recently introduced its most energy efficient water heater with the Voltex® AL (anti-leak) smart hybrid electric heat pump water heater. Designed to provide plenty of hot water at the lowest possible cost, the ENERGY STAR® certified water heater features integrated leak detection and smart connectivity to provide homeowners with significant energy savings. And at 45 dBa, it’s also the quietest model currently on the market.

Voltex AL heat pump water heaters are three times as efficient as standard electric water heaters, saving homeowners up to 78% in

annual energy bills. By dramatically decreasing the cost of operation, homeowners can save up to $607 per year on utility bills.* Voltex AL is one of the highest efficiency models available with a Uniform Energy Factor (UEF) of 4.02 (66-gallon model), and the highest 50-gallon efficiency available today of 3.8 UEF. This means that for roughly every $1 of energy you pay, you’ll get $4 of hot water.

As America’s most trusted water heater brand, homeowners and professionals alike have relied on A. O. Smith for their water heating needs for nine decades. Johnny Unitas Jr., son of NFL quarterback legend Johnny Unitas, recently installed the Voltex AL in his Baltimore home for its unmatched efficiency and energy savings. “It was an easy choice to make—they’re the best in the business and my old heater didn’t come close,” Unitas Jr. said. “My family’s partnership with A. O. Smith through the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Educational Foundation goes back many years, and I know they’re a brand I can trust with my home’s hot water needs.”

A. O. Smith is a family-founded business with 149 years of American manufacturing expertise. In 2022, A. O. Smith was named an ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year for the fourth consecutive year and received its second Sustained Excellence Award – an honor only a handful of water heating manufacturers have achieved.

To find local rebates in your area and learn more about the A. O. Smith Voltex AL, visit hotwater.com.

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Spring 2023 Fashion Trends

travel&leisure

BY KAT MOTTRAM

Spring Your Fashion Forward

Everlane The Baggie Jean

$118 | www.everlane.com

Since last year, denim trends have been transitioning from skinny to looser fits, and spring styles continue on with this trend. Effortlessly turn heads in these showstopping jeans with a mid rise, loose silhouette with overly exaggerated wide legs.

Dal The Label Signature Linen Double Breasted Blazer

$695 | www.dalthelabel.com

This spring, blazers are getting bigger and better. This supersized blazer with a structured silhouette and notched lapels can be paired with classic jeans or coordinating shorts. This will quickly become a staple piece in your wardrobe.

Rails Selena Skirt | $198

https://www.rails.com/

Drop-waist skirts are back! The Selena is a wardrobe staple with its unique longline silhouette and smocked elastic waist. Flattering and versatile, this pullover style midi length skirt is made from crisp organic cotton poplin in eye-catching colors.

TRAVEL & LEISURE winter fashion

start stocking your wardrobe with this year’s spring fashion trends. While you wait for the warmer weather to arrive, start building your closet with elevated everyday pieces that pack a fresh punch of color, shapes and textures.

J.Crew Cashmere Classic-Fit Crewneck Sweater

$128 | www.jcrew.com

Cashmere is always in style and is perfect for this season’s unpredictable weather. This updated crewneck has a more relaxed fit and finer, loftier fibers making it ultra soft and cozy. Quality meets style with this staple piece.

Faherty Dream Cotton Gauze Desmond Top

$98 | https://fahertybrand.com

Crafted from Faherty’s signature Dream Cotton — a breezy, airy organic double gauze fabric — this versatile top has a softly draped silhouette that’s equally perfect for casual days, special nights and wherever else the mood takes you.

Staud Anise Heel Acid Green

$425 | https://staud.clothing

Acid green is showing up all over the runways and is the color of the season. Easily add this dynamic pop of color into your wardrobe with a high stiletto sandal made from Italian satin with a subtle elastic strap. https://staud.clothing/

It’s time to

Proper Cloth The Di Pray

Textured Wool Jacket

$545 | https://propercloth.com/

With a nod towards the ‘40s and ‘50s, men’s super-slim suit jackets are loosening up into a more relaxed fit. Woven from Italian wool, this unstructured jacket will keep you comfortable all season long.

TRAVEL & LEISURE winter fashion

Polo Ralph Lauren Classic-Fit Color Block Soft Cotton Short-Sleeve Polo Shirt

$125 | www.dillards.com

The ‘90s are cool again with their signature color blocked style appearing on shirts and outerwear for men this spring. Vivid shades craft a bold statement on this signature Ralph Lauren shirt. Remember to pop up the ribbed collar before you head out for the weekend.

Vallon Surf Aviators | $111

$111 | https://vallon.store

These Surf Aviators combine the best style of the 70’s with everything you need in modern sunglasses. The distinct aviator shape boasts a unique polarization which will make these your new take-with-you-everywhere sunglasses.

Vuori Cascade Tech Chino Pant | $128

$128 | https://vuoriclothing.com

This versatile, slim fit pant is designed for travel, tee time, and everything in between. They’re crafted with a performance stretch twill fabric and treated with a waterresistant finish for added weather protection.

TRAVEL & LEISURE winter fashion

Everlane The No-Sweat Ribbed Cardigan

$108 | www.everlane.com

Cardigan sweaters are a key item for men’s fashion this spring. Made from a blend of OCS-certified organic cotton and no-sweat recycled COOLMAX® EcoMade polyester, this will keep you cool and comfortable all season long. https://www.everlane.com/

Huckberry Hawthorne Slip On Shoe

$128 | https://huckberry.com

Easy and comfortable, these versatile shoes aren’t afraid to get dressed-up on a whim. Durable with a handsome patina that develops after long-term wear, they compliment every outfit with their signature herringbone outsole for maximum slip resistance.

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Technology & healthwealth

BY KAT MOTTRAM

THE BEST TECH FOR YOUR HEALTH

An increasing number of peak performance companies are upgrading their product lines by utilizing the latest “smart” technology. There are so many available products on the market, how do you know which ones to use? Here are some excellent choices to support your health and wellness goals in 2023.

Withings Body Comp Scale

$209.95 | www.withings.com/us/en

This is the world’s smartest scale. Offering advanced body composition, exclusive cardiovascular insights and an Electrodermal Activity Score to help assess overall health, its multi-frequency bioimpedance analysis delivers precise metrics, including visceral fat. Alongside your metrics, you receive insights on correlated wellness actions, get weekly reports to track your evolution and monthly deep-dive reports.

Therabody Wave Roller

$149 | www.therabody.com

The 12” Wave Roller combines powerful vibration therapy and an innovative wave texture to deliver the most powerful, efficient full-body foam rolling experience. This Bluetooth® enabled vibrating foam roller with 5 customizable vibration frequencies allows you to connect to the Therabody app for personalized recovery routines, releasing tension and increasing mobility where you need it most.

Apollo Wearable

$399 | www.apolloneuro.com

Wrap around your wrist and let gentle vibrations restore balance to your nervous system (scientifically-proven touch therapy). Utilizing seven different modes, over time your body’s measurable biometrics, like heart rate variability (HRV) will improve. This directly impacts your ability to sleep better, stay focused and recover from anxiety and stress more quickly, helping you to reach your wellness goals.

Ochy xxx | www.ochy.io

NEW APP

Evaluate your running technique from anywhere using video and AI in order to prevent injuries and improve performance. The app’s biomechanics algorithm identifies your weak spots and provides details about how to improve.

13 Millbrook Road, Nantucket, MA — 3.53 Acres Beautiful pastoral setting is waiting for your dream home! Just over 3

of rolling farmland close to Cisco Brewery. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity! Don’t miss it! $2.5 Million

25 Washington Road, Wareham, MA — This beautiful expanded 3/2 Cape property sits on a half-acre overlooking a tidal marsh with waterfront views. In 2010 a large addition was added to the home and many updates were done. The garage is heated and includes a lift, and the home has a whole-house back-up generator., water views. $724,900

acres

532 Main Street, Wareham, MA — Amazing Multifamily! Brand new granite countertops, Stainless steel appliances, windows, roof, gas boilers, trim, etc.! Extra land for development! It’s always nice when everything is brand new! Town water, Town sewer! $689,900

1013 Russells Mills Road Dartmouth, MA — Quiet Country setting near Historical Russell’s Mills Village and Davoll’s General Store, Ranch boasts 3 bedrooms, a custom kitchen and dining area, new deck, and a four season room. Private back yard surrounded by woods and a stonewall. $479,900

543 Tremont Street, Rehoboth, MA — Over 1800 sf of living! Second floor was added 20 years ago, Two Bedrooms, 2 full baths, TV room, huge family room on the second floor! Perfect for a large family! $359,900

floridaliving

Second Home Living Choices

BY TIMOTHY BRANCO

NO PLACE LIKE (A SECOND) HOME

Being Well Informed is the Key

SECOND-HOME LIVING is continuing to be one of the hottest market sectors in real estate today. Buying a vacation home fits well with retirement future planning and doing so during prime earnings years makes it easier for many. Homebuyers today are

looking at more options, more amenities, better security, what regions have to offer, and a host of other considerations in second home buying. Many have learned that great vacation destinations may not be the best choice for living. Primary living residences

have completely different criteria than secondary or co-primary homes. Most want a place where they can get away for shortterm or extended stays that are seamless and simple to transition to. Short-term thinking here has evolved to more intelligent choices

South Carolina Cliffs Communities Lake Keowee

for many well-informed savvy buyers. The Northeast, Mid-Atlantic and North Central regions of the United States are the most densely populated regions in our country. These three regions account for over half of the country’s population and more than half of our nation’s wealth. It is no surprise that the largest sector of second home and retirement homebuyers are coming from these regions. Demand for second homes surged during the pandemic as low mortgage rates, remote work, and the desire to escape the city drove up demand for vacation properties. Overall, purchases of second homes were up 37% higher in 2020 and even higher in 2021 and 2022, compared with 2018 and 2019. Demand has slowed somewhat with rising interest rates, but quality properties are still in high demand at all price points.

CHOOSING REGIONS THAT FIT YOUR LIFE

For many living through long winters and cool and wet shoulder seasons, “The Further South the Better” logic has led many to South Florida, which is great for vacations and guaranteed warm weather. South Florida today has become densely populated, and the once eclectic cities of Miami and Ft. Lauderdale have become as metropolitan as many northern cities with many of the same issues, traffic, crime, congestion, and sky-high real estate prices. Great cities to visit but far from relaxing and quality of life friendly. Florida is a huge state, with so many great choices for second-home living with very diverse choices in all regions. Northern and Central Florida are very different and less traveled by tourists but are rich in protected lands, federal forest and state parks and well-planned rural communities that offer very diverse living choices.

THE DISCOVERY PROCESS

The newest trend in second-home buying is

FLORIDA LIVING second homes

discovery. Visiting regions to learn more about living in the area, what it’s like to do simple living tasks like shopping, health facilities, recreation, and learning all about what is close by for day trips and getting a feel for life if you were to choose to live here. The Southeast has so many great places to explore to begin your search. The Carolinas, Tennessee, Georgia and of course Florida, which is vast from the Panhandles’ white sand beaches to the Eastern and Western coastlines and even Central Florida. Think about your daily life while in your vacation home. Say, for example, you want to live by a lake for fishing. That’s a good start. But if you also want to be near or have easy access to a beach, a town with shops, restaurants, and medical services, you’ll need to consider the entire picture and not just the fishing aspect. You might need to compromise on location to get all the amenities you desire. So don’t rule out the important step of envisioning your entire lifestyle in your vacation home.

THINK ACTIVITIES RECREATION AND AMENITIES

When choosing a second home or future retirement home be sure to have things to do and amenities available to you and your

family. Recreation is vital whether you’re a serial hobbyist or not. It gives you something to look forward to as well as new activities to try. Not only are social activities fun, but community life is also an excellent opportunity to make new friends. Ask to speak with residents and learn more about the activity schedule. Also, look at what recreational amenities are available on-campus in home communities, such as a woodshop, fitness center, library, and craft areas. You want to live somewhere that lets you live with possibilities. You will want to be close to nearby activities, beauty salons, libraries, shopping, continuing education opportunities, entertainment, cultural events, and more.

Living Communities in Four Southeast States

North Carolina & South Carolina The Cliffs

The Cliffs incorporate seven gorgeous communities in the Blue Ridge Mountains and along the shores of Lake Keowee in North Carolina. The clubs and living communities offer two courses by Nicklaus, two by Fazio, a dazzling Gary Player links design and classics by Jackson & Wright.

Bella Collina Clubhouse In Montverde, FL

Seven incredible facilities are clustered in three regions close to some of America’s favorite small towns and charming Southern cities: Asheville, Greenville, and Clemson. According to CNBC, Tennessee is one of the most popular states for older Americans and among the most affordable. One of the primary reasons that Tennessee is so economical is the preferential tax treatment that retirees receive.

Homes from $400,000 www.cliffsliving.com

South Carolina

Callawassie Island

Nestled between Charleston, South Carolina and Savannah, Georgia, and tucked in the tides of coastal Carolina, is Callawassie

FLORIDA LIVING second homes

Island. Everything you might need to enjoy Lowcountry living to the fullest can be found here. The wide range of amenities and facilities found within this enclave of 880 acres was designed to help residents connect with one another in a relaxed environment. This private, gated island community offers 27 holes of world-class golf by Tom Fazio design. The River Club is situated along the banks of the Colleton River.

Homes from $600s www.callawassieisland.com

Georgia

The Landings on Skidmore Island

Located on an interior barrier island just 12 miles from historic Savannah, Georgia the Landings on Skidaway Island is an active

lifestyle community in Savannah, Georgia. This private gated neighborhood offers a variety of home designs that span across 4,596 acres yet provides a small-town charm. The world-class amenities and six championship golf courses offer a multitude of recreational opportunities for homeowners to enjoy. Residents also have more than 100 clubs, activities, and groups that they can join for the ultimate social lifestyle. There are 33 tennis courts, seven restaurants, five swimming pools, and an innovative fitness and wellness center.

www.thelandings.com

Florida

— Ponte Vedra Beach

The Plantations

Located between Jacksonville and St.

Callawassie Island, SC

Augustine, Ponte Vedra Beach is the perfect compromise between enjoying a big city ambiance and the historic First Coast. Ponte Vedra Beach is the home to the PGA and TPC Sawgrass and hosts The Players Championship each year. The Plantation is one of the region’s premier gated communities with luxury homes, on 650 acres featuring lovely live oaks and sparkling lakes. Amenities include an 18-hole Arnold Palmer design golf course, private beach club, racquet center, an amenity park featuring 2 croquet courts, an open lawn pavilion, playground, clubhouse, and a fitness center overlooking a sparkling 36-acre lake.

Homes From $600s

www.theplantationpvb.com

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Florida — Montverde Bella Collina

Bella Collina is a private, luxury gated community offering luxury lakefront estate homes, golf course homes, upscale condo residences, and resort-style amenities. Spread out across 1,900 acres of rare rolling hills and sparkling lakes, it is just a short distance from Orlando and all the city has to offer.

Living in Bella Collina grants you access to every amenity imaginable. It has a Sir Nick Faldo-designed golf course, scenic walking trails, a resort-style community pool, full-service spa, fitness center, tennis facility and two exclusive clubhouse restaurants along Lake Siena.

Homes from $300,000 to $2.2M www.bellacollina.com

Florida Citrus Hills

Often referred to as “The Hidden Gem of Florida,” Citrus Hills is just 10 miles from the Gulf of Mexico but well protected from tropical storms at over 250 feet above sea level. Its rural location makes it a haven for all sports and recreation. Ted Williams had two homes here and was the community’s national spokesman. It has four activity-packed clubhouses, four challenging golf courses, two tennis centers, pickleball courts, a choice of casual or fine-dining options in private restaurants, outdoor heated pools, an indoor lap pool, luxurious awardwinning wellness complex, a full-service private spa and fitness center and so much more!

Homes From $400s

www.citrushills.com

The Landings, GA

Citrus Hills, FL

The Cliffs, NC

The Plantations, FL

Bella Collina, FL

THE NEW OWL’S NEST RESORT COMMUNITY

THERE IS ALWAYS SOMETHING HAPPENING AT THE OWL’S NEST

The Owl’s Nest Resort in Thornton, New Hampshire is one of New England’s finest four-season resorts. The Owl’s Nest Resort is the place to be for White Mountain adventures in all seasons, whether you are looking for a great getaway or that special place for your mountain dream home. The resort offers vacationers and residents the ultimate experience in the spectacular White Mountains National Forest. There are few places anywhere in the Northeast that offer such an extensive portfolio of four-season vacations, family and corporate events, and resort community living opportunities.

The White Mountain National Forest is 800,000 acres of some of the most majestic and scenic lands in America for vacationing and living. The region is home to dozens of small New England

villages and towns and to the top-rated Northeast ski resorts with endless outdoor activities, making it one of the top tourist destinations in the East. The Owl’s Nest expansion and extensive ongoing development and growth have now made the facility the largest destination four-season resort in the Northeast. “The Place to be in Every Season.”

The extensive building and redevelopment projects continue each month, to add additional accommodations with new rental homes, hotel properties, and a host of new amenities and dining facilities. Owl’s Nest Resort recently celebrated the grand opening of its extensive racquet sports complex which includes eight red clay tennis courts, 13 pickleball courts, and four paddle tennis courts. The four paddle courts are heated for year-round use. The complex is just one of many additions to the resort since LCJ Management purchased the 18-hole course and over 600 acres of surrounding real estate in 2014.

The resort redevelopment which began two years ago includes a recently completed Lake Harold, the largest man-made recreational lake in NH. The newly completed Lakehouse can host events for up to 500 and is equipped with a full-size catering kitchen, bar, and two-story event space with a large deck reaching over and wrapping around the waterfront of Lake Harold. Mention the boathouse here instead? The new Lafayette Lodge is underway, it will feature 24 double queen and 9 king rooms.

The new pavilion will host concerts, and there are plans to build a 500-person amphitheater in the future. The existing banquet facilities were expanded and the on-site restaurant, Panorama Six82, turned into a premier, year-round dining establishment

with new chef Morgana Vesey from Hell’s Kitchen Season 20 with host Gordon Ramsay. Another new restaurant, Slice Wood Fired Pizzeria, will have 2 indoor golf simulators. The resort’s extensive lodging facilities include 18, 4-bedroom, 4 1/2 bath gambrel units, 13 brand new 2-bedroom units, 26 new expansive guest rooms, and 12, 1-bedroom, 1 bath Nano cottages, all with spacious living rooms, private decks, fireplaces, and most with a full kitchen and laundry facilities. All units are available to rent by groups or the general public.

Phase 2 is already underway and includes the addition of The Boathouse which will contain a seafood restaurant and bar, additional event space for up to 150 people, an outdoor year-round swimming pool, 30-person hot tub, radiant heated decks, boat rentals, indoor and outdoor showers, locker room facilities and beach access. Ground breaking for a 33-room hotel called the Lafayette Lodge has begun with planned completion in May of 2023. By next summer the resort will be adding Butches Brooklyn Deli, with charging stations for 8 Tesla and 6 EV Electrify America Superchargers which will provide all types of electric vehicles with full charges in less than an hour.

Phase 3 will include an additional 80-100 room hotel, complete with spa, large fitness facility, indoor pool, bowling alleys and restaurant, as well as another 9-hole, walkable golf course surrounding Lake Harold, ideal for all skill levels. In all, another 60 million dollars will be invested in the resort in addition to the 40 million invested since 2014 to complete the resort plan. General Manager Brad McCoil said, “Our goal is to make the Owl’s Nest Resort one of the premier resorts in New England, not just because of our many on-site offerings but also our location to all

that the White Mountains Region has to offer. We’ve been quite busy creating something special and invite everyone to come experience it for themselves, you will not be disappointed,”

Owls Nest Golf Courses

The Owl’s Nest 18-hole championship is the only Nicklaus-designed course in New Hampshire. A Jack Nicklaus experience typically comes with a high premium, and a green fee under $100 is rare. Recently Jack’s course at the Owl’s Nest received accolades as one of the “Top Ten Best Value Nicklaus Golf Courses” in the world coming in at number 6 by NBC’s Sports Golf Pass. It is a magnificent layout with lots of elevation changes and fantastic hole designs. The real challenge here for golfers is focusing on their game with spectacular views abound in every direction.

The newly acquired White Mountain Country Club in nearby Ashland, NH will expand the Owl’s Nest capabilities for their resort golf, golf tournaments and events as the facility will undergo a

full course and facilities renovation that is already underway by William McNeil at Northeast Golf Company. The property also houses an 18-acre abandoned airstrip which will be converted into a vineyard and event venue with the old plane hangar serving as the centerpiece along the banks of the Pemigewasset Riv-

er. Northeast Golf Company will design a new 9-hole Vineyard Course at the resort as well. When complete, the Owl’s Nest will have 45 holes of golf for guests, outings and events.

Living & Vacation Homes at Owl’s Nest Resort

The White Mountains have always been a favorite vacation home destination and the Owl’s Nest has taken it to a whole new level. Golfers, skiers, and outdoor enthusiasts have been visiting the Owl’s Nest Resort for years, and now, with the development of Waterscapes, you can own a home at New England’s largest four-season resort less than two hours from Boston. Resort home living at the Nest comes with a host of amenities and a variety of choices. From lots for your own custom-built private residence to Waterscapes South Lake Homes and South Lake Town Homes, there is something for everyone. Phase 1 sold out in just 30 days. Phase 2 Town Homes are now available for sale. Purchase your three-bedroom townhome now to secure your White Mountain escape, and let the fun begin in Summer 2023!

Owl’s Nest Resort is open to the public and is currently booking groups, from weddings, corporate groups and anniversary parties to golf and racquet sports tournaments and other special events. Located under 2 hours from Boston, with spectacular views of the White Mountains, Owl’s Nest offers modern rental homes, an award-winning restaurant, a 9.9-acre lake, an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, pickleball courts, platform tennis, and numerous activities on-site or nearby. New amenities coming to the resort include new rental homes and hotels, additional event space, several new restaurants, a new 9-hole par 3 golf course, pool & gym complex, and new homes for sale. Learn more by visiting:

www.owlsnestresort.com

MIDDLETOWN, RI

Private Retreat Near Sandy Beach

‘Meadowgrass’ | 6,500+ sq. ft. home with guest quarters near town beaches

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Each office is independently owned and operated.

MIDDLETOWN, RI

New Build with Water Views on Indian Avenue

Luxurious architect-designed 5-bedroom residence with Sakonnet River views

$6,250,000 $3,950,000

REDBROOK. SPRING IS IN THE AIR.

• Premier builders

• Choice designs

• Open floor plans

• Gourmet kitchens

• Walk-in closets

• Irrigated home landscaping

• Mud and laundry rooms

• Hardwood floors

• Granite-surround fireplaces

REDBROOK IS RISING IN A SETTING THAT’S PURE PLYMOUTH: CRANBERRY BOGS, TOWERING TREES AND A PRIME LOCATION JUST AN HOUR FROM BOSTON.

Hike. Bike. Swim. Fish. Kayak. Or stroll to the Village Green, full-service YMCA, Redbrook General Store, TrailsEnd Bistro and Beth Israel Lahey Health. Homes starting in the $500s.

At Redbrook, the everyday life is exceptional.

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508 224 2600 or visit RedbrookPlymouth.com

• High ceilings throughout

• High-efficiency HVAC

• Full basements

• Walk-out plans available

• Two-car garages

HOMES DESIGNED AND BUILT BY THE VALLE GROUP, THE STABILE COMPANIES, WHITMAN HOMES, E.J. PONTIFF AND BAREFOOT COTTAGE COMPANY.