ASK and You Shall Receive Ocean Retreat

01/21/2018

One of the best aspects of my ASK vacation rental are the consistency of dolphins. I can say that every time I am here, me or a guest of mine has seen dolphins. I just witnessed a pod of at least 15 swimming right outside my door. Here are the end of the group right above the top of my railings.

01/17/2018

Heal Your Mind

Yes. Always true for me 🌊

Visiting the Beach Affects the Brain Positively...

11/27/2017

Thanksgiving Week 2017 Review. Thank you Nancy for being an exceptional Guest. It was my pleasure to make your stay what you wanted.

10/28/2017

Waited a long time to come here but I can say it was worth the wait. A fall menu of artichoke and blue crab dip, beets and risotto and a lemon arugula and kale salad. Ending with beignets with a blueberry jam. Excellent.

10/27/2017

Earlier and Later today. The feeling I get here. Just perfect - nothing like it.

10/14/2017

ASK in October. Magical.

10/13/2017

I love that lamp. A slight dimmer to spotlight a favorite part of my home.

10/12/2017

5 fantastic months of GUESTS!! Looking forward to off-season improvements. Come stay through the fall and winter. Weather and ocean breezes are perfect today.

09/16/2017

Weather is an incredible part of nature. The good, the bad and the dangerous. But for today the September weather is offering a perfect beach day at ASK and You Shall Receive. WELCOME to MY GUESTS for this week!

08/10/2017

NBC News

This is why I have loved the beach since I was 4. It always soothes me. No matter the season. The calm is there. Come visit ASK in October 💙

Here's how the beach blisses out your brain: http://nbcnews.to/2viXE4K

Via NBC News BETTER

07/08/2017

I was in North Topsail today and enjoyed the sounds and sights. Going to ASK tomorrow to review and make sure everything is in great order for the second half of the season. Dream job?!? Yes no doubt.

07/03/2017

Inspire yourself this July 4th!
Yes, I would love a Lobster Roll.

06/29/2017

🦀🦐 Happy Summer!! 🦀🦐

What would a summer feast be without fresh seafood? So when one of my upcoming Guests asked me about Fresh Seafood I had to write about my favorite Go to Place -

Surf City Crab Seafood Market has the freshest selections for your own delicious dinner creations like the one I made below in the ASK kitchen. I've been enjoying this place for 12 years and counting without disappointment... stop in today!

https://www.facebook.com/Surf-City-Crab-Seafood-Market-124964489794/

06/04/2017

The Ingredients in Sunscreen Destroying Your Health

Some Sun Safe precautions to think about. Almost SUMMER !!

The Ingredients in Sunscreen Destroying Your Health. Is Your Sunscreen Toxic? Find The Safest Sunscreens Available Here.

05/23/2017

Report: Most Sunscreens Are Bad, But These 7 Brands Are the Worst For Kids - Nutritionally Wealthy

70's kids didn't use sunscreen. Here are the best and worse for 2017. Darn, I love that Neutrogena face stick!

Every year the Environmental Working Group (EWG) releases their yearly sunscreen guide, a comprehensive look at the best and worst sun protection options this year with your health (and kids) in mind. According to the 2016 report, these popular products were the worst offenders for having the follow...

05/15/2017

ASK and You Shall Receive Ocean Retreat

05/15/2017

It's kindness like this that reminds me of my purpose. Thank you so much to the Stanley family for taking this stunning photo of my home and for treating it like your own. It will become my new main photo.

05/10/2017

Carole

The girls and I saw baby turtles released once. Beautiful !

So very privileged to have experienced, this morning, such an incredible phenomenon of nature! Topsail Beach

05/09/2017

Weekly Rental Season Starts Saturday!

05/03/2017

Keep the plug in the jug

Just check...

05/03/2017

Fantastic beach day! I was making ASK great for this weekend's guests but it's comforting to know just steps away is pure sandy bliss.

New loungers added to upper deck today and fingers crossed entire lower deck gets a facelift by next week!

04/30/2017

According to scientists, visiting the beach can change your brain in an incredible way

I've been a beach girl since I was a baby and I still love it just as much.

We all know that spending time outdoors is good for you on both a physical and mental level, but the benefits of spending time specifically at the beach have just been revealed. That incredible feeling of peace and calmness that you experience at the beach is now being referred to as “blue space.” T...

04/24/2017

A few details that make ASK what it is. A vintage glass block wall that separates the living space from the sunroom.

A heavy wood sideboard.

A beautiful custom dresser and wall hooks to hold jackets etc in the front entry. The hooks can disappear when not in use.

Stay in a place that soothes your soul w the sights and sounds of the ocean and your mind with modern architecture.

FALL Sale Coming Soon !!

04/14/2017

One of the best attributes of ASK are the different areas of relaxation for the different family members who visit. This sunroom/playroom is ideal for children and their toys. There are puzzles and DVDs too. New adult bocce and corn-hole have been added for 2017. Have ASK be your Happy Place!

04/07/2017

One of a Kind with the tallest chimney ! A true architectural marvel.

04/06/2017

Daddy Mac's Restaurant in Surf City. NY Strip w ranch butter and garlic mash. Then Mahi Mahi w avocado crust.... so good.

04/05/2017

In need of some fresh air?

04/03/2017

SimpleReminders.com

Beautiful home, SUN and the best beach. Topsail !

Do you ever feel this way?

03/28/2017

Today's Sunrise 💛

Kristina Pileski Bardaxis

03/28/2017

Wings of beautiful nature overhead ! Incredible.

03/27/2017

Peace and Soul at its finest!

03/27/2017

Enjoyed such a wonderful day for March at the beach. My photographer got some awesome photos of the house. Lighting was perfect! Getting ready for 10 guests to check in next weekend and then a very special wedding in April!! Followed by a couple celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. Those front yard grasses will be cut back tomorrow!

Life is giving me what I've wanted and needed. ❤🏖🍾🌊

Kristina Pileski Bardaxis

03/27/2017

ASK and You Shall Receive Ocean Retreat's cover photo

03/24/2017

Gorgeous Day at the Beach.

New shower door for downstairs master going in today plus other upkeep work. The waves are calm and calling. Happy Friday!

03/23/2017

What a great way to start my spring cleaning weekend ! Beautifully stunning flower surprise delivered with an even better view.

Kristina Pileski Bardaxis

03/21/2017

The Beach Is My Happy Place

One more day !!

"There's nothing more beautiful than the way the ocean refuses to stop kissing the shoreline, no matter how many times it's sent away."
-Sarah Kay

03/08/2017

Whether it's Sunrise or Sunset...
Whether it's Ocean View or the View of the canals from the front... ASK is the place to be❤

03/05/2017

Sun Gazing

First comes Spring...then comes Summer 🐬🐟🐠🦐

Official Countdown To Spring! (Type 'Yes' if you are ready for Spring)

Pass it on 🌼🌷🌳🦋