Designing a garden along the coast requires a different mindset than inland planting. Between salt spray, sandy soils, high winds, and intense sun exposure, coastal environments present a unique set of challenges that can quickly overwhelm less resilient plantings. Yet …
For most of us, a “long walk on the beach” lasts about twenty minutes before we hit a rocky jetty, a hotel pier, or a private property line. But across the globe, there exist geological anomalies that defy the horizon. …
Watching a sea turtle haul her heavy shell onto a moonlit beach is like witnessing a prehistoric ritual. It is a moment of profound vulnerability and strength. However, because most sea turtle species are currently threatened or endangered, our role …
Faced with intensifying climate pressures, fragile coastlines, and a growing desire for lower-impact living, architects are rethinking what it means to build by the sea. Coastal homes today are no longer simply glass boxes positioned for a view. Instead, they …
When we think of a “beach getaway,” our minds often default to endless expanses of sugar-white sand. But there is a different kind of coastal magic found in the places where the earth is raw and unyielding. Pebble beaches, often …
There is something magnetic about the open road when the ocean runs beside it. The salt-kissed air whips through your hair, sunlight shimmers off the water, and each bend reveals another postcard view filled with sea cliffs, hidden coves, weathered …
Valentine’s Day is often synonymous with frantic restaurant reservations, overpriced prix-fixe menus, and the hum of a hundred other conversations in a crowded room. But what if this year, you traded the white tablecloth for a white sand shoreline? The …
From the Caribbean to the Mediterranean, and from the Pacific to the Arctic, abandoned islands carry a strange and compelling allure. For many coastal enthusiasts, these silent landscapes spark curiosity. They wonder how entire communities once thrived in such isolated …
An outdoor fireplace is one of the smartest upgrades you can make to a beach property—extending your time outside from chilly mornings to breezy evenings. It also adds serious curb appeal. Whether you’re in the market for a full-scale gas …
For coastal homeowners, pets are woven into the daily rhythm of beach walks, dockside mornings, and sandy returns at sunset. As residential design continues to evolve toward lifestyle-driven planning, the at-home pet spa has become less of a novelty. It …
Designing a kitchen for a coastal or beach home requires a different level of rigor than renovating inland. Salt air corrodes, humidity lingers, storms disrupt schedules, and many coastal properties—from Upper East shingle-style houses to contemporary California retreats—operate as seasonal …
Outdoor living has shifted from a functional necessity to an elevated design discipline. This is especially true for coastal homeowners who demand pieces that can withstand salt air, shifting moisture, intense UV exposure, and frequent entertaining. In 2026, coastal outdoor …
In coastal and beach homes, the mudroom quietly does more heavy lifting than nearly any other space. It absorbs the realities of shoreline living—sand-coated shoes, damp towels, salty air, muddy paws, dripping umbrellas, and gear that comes and goes with …
As we look back on the past year, we’re excited to showcase the most memorable moments of 2025. Here, you’ll find a specially curated selection of our top-performing beach lifestyle articles that truly resonated with our readers, offering refreshing insights …
Looking toward 2026, real estate professionals are showing a growing sense of cautious optimism despite the unpredictability experienced in the 2025 housing market. According to a recent survey by Clever Offers, 51% of realtors believe the upcoming year will offer improved …
The real estate game is shifting — and Beach Homes Realty, launched by the same team behind Lake Homes Realty, is making waves by applying Lake Homes’ proven niche-market playbook to coastal properties. While Lake Homes Realty has become the …
The 2025 National Agent Summit for Lake Homes Realty, parent company of Beach Homes Realty, took place September 29 – October 3 in Hoover, Alabama, uniting more than 150 agents from across the nation. Participants engaged in sessions centered on …
