Forgotten Gulf dispatches from Mobile, Dauphin Island & Holiday Isle

Holiday Isle condo layout, floorplan, and finishes for Auction.

June 30th, 2012 2:34 PM

Layout of Holiday Isle property is available for interested buyers. Ask about weekly changes.

Contact me for updates, financing, access, monthly expenses, etc.

Marion Laney, Realtor

mlaney@ForgottenGulf.com

mlaney@MarionSells.com

251-650-4017

Posted by Marion Laney on June 30th, 2012 2:34 PMPost a Comment (0)

AUCTION Holiday Isle condos 2012

June 30th, 2012 2:08 PM

Annouced yesterday, the remaining units at Holiday Isle will be offered at a bank/lender lead auction.

Send me your info to be on added to the information list as this auction's details are finalized. I will need basic info at this time:

Name:

Email:

Phone:

Optional: questions, access to view units, financing info, etc

Best wishes!

Marion Laney

Realtor

ACP, Real Estate, DAuphin Island, AL

251-650-4017

Posted by Marion Laney on June 30th, 2012 2:08 PMPost a Comment (0)

Seagrass Music Festival to be held on Dauphin Island

March 11th, 2012 4:53 PM

A weekend of Bluegrass music at Dauphin Island's Historic Fort Gaines

Check it out at www.DauphinIslandEvents.com

Or follow @DauphinIsland@DauphinIsland on Twitter and Facebook's Holiday Isle on Dauphin IslandHoliday Isle on Dauphin Island for more events.

Posted by Marion Laney on March 11th, 2012 4:53 PMPost a Comment (0)

Only Gulf of Mexico waterside cafe, pool, music & Golf in Mobile County

March 11th, 2012 4:42 PM

"The Cabana" opens at the Isle Dauphine Golf Club on Dauphin Island for the summer 2012 season with pool, music & food http://ht.ly/9z6sO Bring the boat! Pull up onto the beach and join the fun!

Only waterside cafe, pool, music & Golf in Mobile County Forgotten Gulf

Posted by Marion Laney on March 11th, 2012 4:42 PMPost a Comment (0)

Older HOME page posts

March 11th, 2012 4:09 PM

Below are some older posts that you might find educational

Holiday Isle

foreclosure auction on

August 27th. HAS ENDED

The best deals were before the Lender stopped the auction. If you want a deal on a Holiday Isle condo now they will have to be bought through the REO process.

I have access to all Lender owned condos.
If you are interested I have immediate access to show units, pricing details and Lender access to present your offer.
Contact me today for immediate access and information on the best units.
My affiliate agency handles 99% of the rental units and is the on-site manager for Holiday Isle condos.
We also, were the sales listing agency for the Developer before the auction.
We know Holiday Isle, the buyers, sellers and the renters.
Previous posts:

Bankruptcy court throws out Holiday Isle bankruptcy and orders foreclosure to proceed against Holiday Isle LLC.

More info: mlaney@ForgottenGulf.com orhttp://MarionSells.com/HolidayIsleInfo

Now if you want a deal
on a Holiday Isle condo they will
have to be bought through the REO process.
I have access to all units still owned by the Lender. I have access to show units, pricing details and access to present your offer.

Contact me for inside access and information on the best units. I can advise on projected sale prices.

Bankruptcy court throws out Holiday Isle bankruptcy and orders foreclosure to proceed against Holiday Isle LLC.
More info: mlaney@ForgottenGulf.com orhttp://MarionSells.com/HolidayIsleInfo

PRIME gulf front units are still available .

More info contact me directly.

Updated 8/14/2010

Our beaches are clean, groomed and the water is clear.

VIDEOS

http://youtu.be/3KWnC-oTeyI?hd=1

Basically, we were minimally impacted. I subscribe this to the fresh water that exits Mobile Bay at our eastern border. These staggering outflow rates from theMobile River Basin, which is the largest Gulf Coast drainage east of the MississippiRiver, held the ill effects off our shores.

Beaches are still looking great on the island. Most homes are ready to rent with great beaches and plentiful shells. (My "Chill Out" & "Dune House" are in perfect condition)
Most beach front and beach access homes have very strong Spring and Summer reservations at the beginning of of April. An example was my Gulfview/access "Chill Out" which is reserved from March through the 1st of November.
January has seen a dramatic upswing in interest and sales contracts. Most Short Sales are under contract and most beach front homes have pending contracts.
There are still low prices and a strong demand for rentals but Federal Reserve announced pull backs in interest rate support will see higher rates as 2011 moves forward. Now is a great time to buy, use or rent during the Summer.
Shops are open and eager to visit with old customers and make new friends. Specific info just email.
UPDATE
ENDED-WE HAVE THE FULL INVENTORY
FORECLOSURE AUCTION THIS WEEK
Contact me for local insight.

SOLD
Beach Front beach home with HUGE price deductions.
Best per Sq Foot price on Bridgeview Dr. Was only about $155 a Sq Ft
You cannot build this home for this little money and the oversize lot is included.
Sold for about $272,000. Short Sales are complicated and working with the listing agent or an experienced Short Sale Buyers agent will help the process go much smoother.
http://MarionSells.com/2632Bridgeview
4 bedrooms your private beach, expansive deck, beach your jet skies at your door or build a dock for larger boats.
This is a potential Short Sale. Bring your best offer today.
SOLD
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SOLD
713 Hernando Pl (DeSoto Landing)
137 LeMoyne Dr.
More great early Spring & Summer deals on a great beach home, townhome or condo. Choose from bayside w/docks or gulfside with miles of sand to roam.
For our permanent residents (like me) there are super deals on island homes protected from storms or flooding but within a short stroll or bike ride to the beach and for fishing.
Dauphin Island
Where white sand beaches, aerospace, technology, historic homes, nation building battlefields and southern charm welcome you with open arms.
DISCOVER
Mobile's Beach
DAUPHIN ISLAND
(Capital of the French Territories)
Marion’s Forgotten Gulf™ Blog
Why Dauphin Island, NOW?
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All along the Gulf coast, there is a normal realignment of value and wealth. Where others are floundering Mobile is rising to new heights from past glories.
Over the last few years I have seen an increase in national and international awareness of our unique Mobile county region. This has led to multi-billion dollar investments in our job market by multinational companies. Through a strong and knowledgeable State Economic Development group the Mobile, Alabama and Dauphin Island region are at the forefront of development efforts for high quality companies and employment opportunities.
Exceptional property values in Mobile county and Dauphin Island offer many varied opportunities to define your own vision of home.
Mobile's city and suburban settings boast established neighborhoods that can trace their history back for generations and rivaling Charleston for historic significance. New Orleans style creole neighborhoods in the city center offer a more urban feel with vibrant nightlife.
If your choice is a more laid back style of home then Cottage Hill and Springhill offer great bargains. New neighborhoods are being refined everyday so there is always a new opportunity to find your unique home.
Our Gulf of Mexico, is a fantastic resource for building family memories and generational wealth. For the purchaser seeking golf course, water front or water view properties as well as those with dreams of docking your boat at your door, the time is ripe for coastal real estate. For a short period you can capture the option to employ federal GO Zone incentives. The window to qualify for new construction has ended for Alabama but existing homes and condos, such as Holiday Isle, still can qualify.
When you are ready to leap into this amazing time along the Gulf give me a call or email. Now is the time to become a Mobilian or Dauphin Islander.
When you are ready for more information on buying or selling your home/businesses I am here for you.
Call me ( 251-650-4017 ) or send email (mlaney@forgottengulf.com)
You can also click on themobile notification link on the right side of this page for a link to my text messaging.
P.S. If you are not ready to meet in person, please use my Website. I am sure that you will find the resources here informative and useful. Thank you!

Posted by Marion Laney on March 11th, 2012 4:09 PMPost a Comment (0)

Alton Brown "EATIN' GOOD" reception at Dauphin Island Estuarium

February 9th, 2011 11:33 AM

"EATIN' GOOD"

Alton Brown VIP reception

at
Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium

part of

"Sea, Science & Celebrity"

Alton Brown, Food Network's Peabody winning science geek punctuates a day of gumbo, competition, science and of course humor with a invitation only VIP event at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium.

Join local, state and regional guests, Dauphin Island Sea Lab scientists, business and social leaders, members of the Dauphin Island Sea Lab Foundation and area foodies for a celebration of the continued vibrancy of our Gulf Coast.

Music will be live and quite a fun time.

Only 250 tickets are available and will be sold on a first come first served basis.

Tickets are available on-line and by check. $130 by credit card (see note bleow) or $125 by check.

Why you should come?

Besides the intriguing experience of hearing from Alton and Sea Lab scientists plus live music, take the time to visit with your Mobile and Baldwin County friends, local and state political leaders, thought leaders from business, industry, shipbuilding, fisheries, tourism leaders and just plain old good folks. As a parting gift, you will receive Alton's newest New York Times best-seller, Good Eats 2 The Middle Years, signed by the author.

A portion of the proceeds will be donated to assist families most severely impacted by the BP oil spill and resulting decline in the seafood industry. Additional consideration has been allocated to support the Dauphin Island Sea Lab Foundation and other area interests.. Your support also will help continue our mandate to help South Mobile County and our state grow in sustainable tourism awareness.

Remember, fresh Gulf Seafood, libations and Alton's signed book are included with the magnificent waterfront views and rubbing shoulder with more PHd's than one usually sees in a whole year!

To purchase tickets now, click on the REGISTER button above.

Posted by Marion Laney on February 9th, 2011 11:33 AMPost a Comment (0)

Dauphin Island beaches are clean and the waters are clear.

December 18th, 2010 1:18 PM

Dauphin Island's Gulf of Mexico beaches continue to be beautiful, the waters clear and local seafood boats and shops are serving up some of the best fish and shrimp that I can remember.

Spring and Summer rentals are recovering and we expect to see no-vacancy signs going up over the next few months.

Beach home sales and condo sales are picking up for the usual winter buying surge. Buying now gets you a full rental season of income. Certainly a smart return on investment.

Holiday Isle continues to be a popular rental and sales property as the newest and most luxurious beach front condo property. the Foreclosure by RBC bank has not affected the previously sold 50+ units nor any of the public areas which are owned and well funded by the existing owners.

Our agency and myself has the deal with the lender to sell the foreclosed 2 & 3 bedroom units. They are NEW and in great condition. thsi property is very popular with Snowbirds, Springbreak and Summer rentals.

If interested in rentals and sales or just general market and beach conditions give me a call or email.

Posted by Marion Laney on December 18th, 2010 1:18 PMPost a Comment (0)

Holiday Isle foreclosure auction NOW August 27th.

August 14th, 2010 7:29 PM

Holiday Isle foreclosure auction NOW August 27th.

Contact me for inside access and information on the best units. I can advise on projected sale prices.

Bankruptcy court throws out Holiday Isle bankruptcy and orders foreclosure to proceed against Holiday Isle LLC.

More info: mlaney@ForgottenGulf.com or http://MarionSells.com/HolidayIsleInfo

Posted by Marion Laney on August 14th, 2010 7:29 PMPost a Comment (0)

Holiday Isle foreclosue auction sceduled.

July 18th, 2010 2:38 PM

HOLIDAY ISLE FORECLOSURE INFO

Posted by Marion Laney on July 18th, 2010 2:38 PMPost a Comment (0)

Dauphin Island rentals for the Spring / Summer / Fall seasons continue very strong.

April 22nd, 2010 5:30 AM

For those looking for a beach vacation this summer I advise reserving now. I have personally had to disappoint dozens of families who which to rent my beach homes. Especially if you wish to bring the pets to our Pet Friendly beaches the availablity of homes is very tight.

My beach view home is now reserved until November 1st.

For the owners this increase in business is a shot in the arm. We still have been less effected by the downturn and had a very good rental season in 2009 and 2010 will be back up to past standards.

Thanks to all who make our island at the end of the road your destination.

Marion

Posted by Marion Laney on April 22nd, 2010 5:30 AMPost a Comment (0)

Forgotten Gulf dispatches from Mobile, Dauphin Island & Holiday Isle

"The Cabana" opens at the Isle Dauphine Golf Club on Dauphin Island for the summer 2012 season with pool, music & food http://ht.ly/9z6sO Bring the boat! Pull up onto the beach and join the fun!

Below are some older posts that you might find educational