The Chelsea is located on the First floor and can be accessed with out climbing any steps. This oversized studio has a queen bed, sitting area with an antique Fireplace and armoire, and a small kitchenette with refrigerator, two burner stove, and sink.

The bathroom offers a Jacuzzi tub for relaxing after a day at the beach.

A stay at the The Chelsea includes the following amenities:

* Antique Fireplace
* Jacuzzi Tub
* Spacious Bathroom
* Central AC
* Cable TV
* Free Wireless Internet
* Victorian Decore
* Large Wraparound Porch With Ocean View
* Morning Coffee And Pastries Served
* Elegant And Spacious Common Area

The Chelsea offers a unique and elegant Jersey Shore Vacation that can’t be found anywhere else.

Jersey Shore fun in October? What!?!?!?

That’s right. Sea Isle City has announced that it will be hosting an annual event each October called Octoberfest.

Octoberfest was created to be a celebration of German food and of course, beer!

The Sea Isle City Chamber of Commerce is will host the first annual Octoberfest on October 20th 2007. The event will take place from noon to 6pm.

Sea Isle’s Octoberfest has something for everyone. It will include fun family events such as a treasure hunt, face painting, pony rides and apple dunking plus a variety of fun seasonal contests including pumpkin painting contests and costume contests. And what would a Jersey Shore event be without the ultimate sand castle competition.

Family events are planned to take place from 12 noon to 4pm.

Of course the main attraction to any Octoberfest is the beer garden. Sea Isle City’s festival is no different. From 2-6pm a typical German themed Octoberfest will feature dozens of various beers. Entry to the beer garden portion of the event will cost $10.

If you’re planning to come down to the Jersey Shore to celebrate Octoberfest in Sea Isle City, why not stay at the Colonnade Inn?

The Wedgewood is a one room suite on the second floor of the Colonnade Inn. It features a jacuzzi tub and fireplace and is ideally suited as a “get away” rental for couples. The interior of the Wedgewood has a clean, bright white look. The main living area is carpeted and the bathroom is tiled. The Wedgewood also a two person table for doing work or eating meals.

A stay at the Wedgewood includes the following amenities:

* Antique Fireplace
* Jacuzzi Tub
* Spacious Bathroom
* Central AC
* Cable TV
* Free Wireless Internet
* Victorian Decore
* Large Wraparound Porch With Ocean View
* Morning Coffee And Pastries Served
* Elegant And Spacious Common Area

Let me tell you a secret that most people don’t know. For Jersey Shore veterans, the best month of the year to visit the Jersey Shore is September.

September? Yes, September. It may sound like the beginning of fall, but in reality, a September vacation gives you the following benefits:

1. Smaller crowds
2. Warm water
3. Less intense sun
4. San Diego temperatures
5. Cheaper rentals

Smaller Crowds

The difference between August and September is just short of amazing. But the fact is that the kids start back to school in September, and the beach crowds are much smaller. The great thing is that the entire month of September is ripe for enjoying a day at the beach.

Warm Water

In September, you’ve literally got the warmest water of the year. The ocean has had the chance to warm up from April-August. In September, you catch the ocean water at its very peak temperature for the year.

Less intense sun

Most people agree that the sun is most intense at the Jersey Shore in July and August. A mid or late September shore vacation brings great relief from the highest intensity sun.

San Diego temperatures

You know what they say about San Diego temperatures. 70’s all year round. Well, for much of September that’s exactly what you’ll get. Comfortable temperatures, perfect for a relaxing day at the beach.

Cheaper rentals

After the first week of September, prices for rentals at the shore go down quite a bit. Plan a mid or late September week-long vacation and you could save hundreds of dollars.

Conclusion

The fact is that if you can afford to wait until September, you’ll be in for the perfect Jersey Shore vacation at the perfect time of year. Not only will you avoid the large crowds, the intense sun and the peak-season prices, but you’ll also have the best water temperatures of the year. So if your fortunate enough to have September available, why not plan your trip then. It could be the best decision you make.

Did you know that if you plan your Jersey Shore vacation on weekdays rather than weekends you can get some great deals (not to mention avoid the biggest crowds)? In fact, some places will offer you a free night stay if you plan your trip for the middle of the week.

The Colonnade Inn has a great offer for those of you who plan to spend at least three weeknights in Sea Isle. On most week’s throughout the year, if you stay any two weeknights*, you get the third weeknight free.

The deal is available in the fall, winter and spring, as well as the following weeks in the summer for 2007:

• June 10
• June 17
• July 8
• July 15
• July 22
• July 29
• Aug. 05
• Aug. 12
• Aug. 19
• Aug 26

To get the best value for your Sea Isle City vacation, plan it from Sunday evening through Friday morning. Not only will you avoid the large weekend crowds, but you’ll also get a free night stay**.

*Weeknights are Sunday night, Monday night, Tuesday night, Wednesday night and Thursday night.

**Offer is only good on specified dates and has limited availability

You can feel it in the air. As June approaches, Jersey Shore life kicks into full gear. And this is music to the ears of people who love the beach.

At the Colonnade Inn, we’re excited for the new year, the chance to meet new people, and the joy of seeing old friends again. June, July, August and September mark the highpoints of the Jersey Shore life. The feeling of being in Sea Isle City during the summer is like nothing you’ve ever experienced.

With the good of the summer also come the bad. As July and August approach it becomes increasingly hard to find a place to stay in Sea Isle, especially on the weekends. Fortunately, The Colonnade Inn may have you covered. If you’re looking for a last minute place to stay, we may be able to help you.

While we do normally book all of our units on the weekends, if you’re looking for a mid-week trip, our best opportunities for finding a place to stay are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. If you’re off for the summer, and longing to get your Jersey Shore fix, why not try a mid-week vacation. Not only are the beaches less crowded but you’re more likely to find the perfect place to rent. for

We are pleased to announce that you can now check room availability at The Colonnade Inn online. Just follow the link below, choose the room size you are looking for, then choose the specific unit. Then, just browse through the calendar. A room is available for that night unless shaded red.

The Colonnade Room Availability Tool

Did you know that the Colonnade Inn recently purchased a high definition big screen TV for its common area. Never miss the big game again! Whether it’s the Phillies in the summer or the Eagles (Go Birds!!!!) in the fall and winter, you can come visit Sea Isle City anytime of the year and see your favorite sports team in high definition (and on ultra comfortable couches and chairs).

In fact, the last few years more and more people are coming down to the Jersey Shore in the fall and winter to enjoy the Atlantic City casinos on Saturday night and watch the Eagles on Sunday. The Colonnade Inn is the perfect spot for you to stay. Only 20 minutes from the heart of Atlantic City, and a big screen TV to watch the Birds with your buddies. Couldn’t get any better.

Different people have different needs. This holds especially true when looking for a vacation rental at the Jersey Shore, and especially in a town like Sea Isle City.

Sea Isle City is distinct from many other Jersey Shore locations like Wildwood, New Jersey in the sense that it doesn’t offer many hotel or motel rental options. In fact, there are only 3 options on the entire island for hotel lodging. Since some people prefer having daily maid service, and not having to clean up after they leave, hotel lodging is in big demand, but supply is very sparse. The three options in Sea Isle City that provide hotel-like lodging options are The Colonnade Inn, The Sea Isle Inn and the LaCosta Coast Motel.

LaCosta and The Sea Isle Inn are both your typical motel/hotel. For the most part, each room is the same and it feels like a hotel. On the other hand, the Colonnade Inn offers an antique Victorian experience, where each room is completely unique. Many rooms have a jacuzzi and fireplace.

The good news about hotel/motel rentals is that they provide the opportunity for nightly rentals as opposed to weekly rentals. So if you need more flexibility and don’t want to pay for a whole week, then these are the only 3 options you really have on the entire island of Sea Isle City.

The hotel/motel rental option is good for those who only need limited space. However, if you have more than 5 individuals who want to stay in the same unit, you’ll probably need to look for a beach house rental. Most beach house rentals require that you stay at least one week. Some units provide discounts if you stay multiple weeks because that eliminates a round of checking out and checking in. Seasonal rentals are also available, usually at significant discounts, though expect to pay tens of thousands of dollars.

One of the great things about Sea Isle City, NJ is that it is a long, but thin island. It has a long coastline, but very little depth. Because of this, you are never more than 4 blocks from the beach. While everyone desires beachfront property, in Sea Isle City, even if you are at the other side of the island, you are still within walking distance of the beach. This is a huge advantage over other shore towns.

If you are looking to save money, look for properties on Central Avenue or back. Central Ave is only 3 blocks from the beach, but most people aim to get rental units on either ocean front, Pleasure Avenue. or Landis. Central Ave provides the best bang for the buck.

If you are with a really large group of more than 10 people, you might want to consider renting both sides of a side by side duplex. This way you stay close together, but don’t have to be too crowded. Most properties, being single family homes, aren’t well suited for more than 10 people.

If your entire group is under 25 years of age, you may have trouble finding a rental. Many rental unit owners explicitly state that they will not accept anyone under this age. There are usually a few rental locations in Sea Isle City who are welcoming of responsible young people, so make sure to ask your real estate agent for suggestions.

If you are looking for a vacation rental that allows pets, you’re going to run into trouble. To put things bluntly, most owners do not want cats and dogs in their property. While there are a few locations that allow pets, you should be aware that you’ll pay a premium and normally get a downgrade. Most pet friendly properties are of a lesser quality and tend to be older. It might be worth your money and overall vacation experience to find a good doggy day care or neighbor to babysit your pet.

For the benefit of our guests, we’ve put together a concise list of the main events that would be of interest to visitors and tourists that take place in Sea Isle City, New Jersey. As you’ll notice, there are lots of unique and interesting events that take place in Sea Isle. From antique car shows to beauty pageants and several charity race events, Sea Isle City New Jersey can provide your family with plenty of fun things to do.

So check out the 2007 Sea Isle Events Calendar and plan your vacation today.