Just south of Atlantic City, Margate provides the ultimate beach escape from the big city bustle. Single-family homes and beach houses line the shore, creating a little city of its own filled with unique character and charm. With easy access to the ocean and bay, this creates a versatile experience, from surfing the waves to kayaking the calm waters, to lounging on your deck while reading a book.
In a town that is known for a 65 ft tall elephant named Lucy, it is safe to say that Margate and it’s residents are far from ordinary. Its sense of community shines through its stunning mix of new homes and those which have stood along the tree and fountain-lined streets for over 100 years. Residents of this area have the unique opportunity to be close enough to the hustle and bustle of Atlantic City with the slow relaxed feeling of a destination resort. Homes in Margate range in style from opulent coastal homes with pools to quaint beach cottages near with easy access to the ocean and bay. A quick fun fact about Margate a street located in the small town, named Marvin Garden, is featured in the popular board game, Monopoly.
The secluded vacation vibes are the key to why residents love Margate so much. The narrow, pristine beaches lend to the close-knit small-town feel, while also giving residents the opportunity to walk everywhere since most shops and dining are close to the center of town. With tons of amazing local restaurants, there is always something new and exciting to do even in such a small community.
Residents of Margate enjoy a relaxed vacation lifestyle all year long with opportunities for shopping at some of the boutiques and specialty stores. When residents aren’t enjoying a shopping trip or a meal at one of the local restaurants, they can be found taking in the amazing sun and surf on Margate’s beautiful beaches. Locals flock to Margate every year for surfing, paddle boarding, and kayaking because the unique narrow channels of the ocean and bay make for great watersports.
If you are new to the area, you may not know that Margate has such a rich local history dating back to 1881. This is when it was chartered as a municipality and the first hotel was built on the island in the shape of a giant elephant to be named ‘Lucy’. Though the island is only roughly 2 miles long, the city of Margate has been able to give its residents lots of opportunities to enjoy their home with a well-known seasonal farmers market, beach yoga sponsored by local businesses and much more.
Locals and summer residents will all agree that Margate is far from ordinary. With unique restaurants, iconic landmarks and views, and restaurants that everyone will enjoy, this small-town paradise is a true destination. Most notably, residents will agree that you will fall in love with the quiet mornings along the shoreline and evenings spent watching the sun go down on the bay.
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