Built in 1925, this cozy, two-bedroom, one-bathroom home in the historic Maine Colony neighborhood stands strong—and it’s on the market for $345,000.

A petite beach cottage returns to its roots in the glamorous 1930s

A 1930s beach cottage on Georgia’s scenic St. Simons Island is the ideal happy place for an Atlanta family.

James Cagney's Coldwater Canyon home as seen from the garage.

Achieving a timeless aesthetic on Sullivan’s Island

Let's be honest—who hasn't dreamt of having their very own beach house, right? Somewhere you can kick back, sip on ice-cold drinks, and pretend you're a local expert in sandcastle construction. Whether you're a sun-seeker or someone who prefers shade under a large floppy hat, the allure of a beach house is irresistible. But is it all sunshine and rosé, or are there a few unexpected surprises lurking in the sand? Grab your sunglasses and let's explore the reality of owning this seaside…

CAROLINA BEACH—When you walk inside 719 Carolina Beach Avenue, it's like taking a step into a time machine. The 1930s beach cottage has preserved a simpler time, with few hints of the 20th century'

This Palm Beach house, completed in 1930, was designed by two of Palm Beach's most noted architects, John L. Volk and Gustav Maass, with hopes of new life.

Architect Richard Graham and designer Joan Enger rebuild a family beach house with coastal interiors and grandchild-worthy spaces.