LONG BRANCH, N.J. – Beachfront North, the exciting new community of luxury townhomes and condominium residences, has grand opened to the public on the revitalized oceanfront in Long Branch, N.J.

Featuring 104 three-story townhomes and 179 single-level condominium homes, the new community boasts a wide array of distinctive designs complemented by an incomparable oceanfront setting, according to The Matzel and Mumford Organization, which is developing Beachfront North in joint venture with Applied Development Company in this picturesque Monmouth County location.

Residents also enjoy The Ocean Club, a private two-story clubhouse that recently grand opened with a well equipped fitness center, lounge area, clubroom, reading room with computers and heated outdoor swimming pool and spa -- further enhancing Beachfront North's desirable resort-like lifestyle.

"There's nothing quite like living along the oceanfront," notes Richard Selikoff, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Matzel and Mumford.

"The opportunity to do so in a new home with upscale finishes and appointments, and enjoy a private clubhouse with a number of recreational amenities, is certainly a unique situation.  That appealing scenario has garnered considerable public interest, resulting in the sale of 80% of the townhomes and 70% of the condominium homes prior to the official grand opening."

The Bluffs at Beachfront North -– which was named "Community of the Year" at the 2004 Sales and Marketing Awards features a variety of distinctive townhome designs with three and four bedrooms and from 2,600 to over 3,300 square feet of living space.  Pre-construction prices range from the $800,000s to $2 million. 

            The Bluffs' expansive townhome floorplans boast formal living rooms, well-designed kitchens, a luxurious master-bedroom suite with an oversized bath and a number of upscale features and appointments. 

Extensive landscaping throughout the community and rear alleys that mask the townhomes' garages fosters a picturesque streetscape.  A number of the homes face the ocean, offering spectacular unobstructed views.

The Grand Resorts features a collection of condominium designs with one-to-three bedrooms, up to two baths and from 1,075 to nearly 2,100 square feet of living space at pre-construction prices starting in the low-$500,000s.

Located in three elevator-access buildings, the residences include formal living rooms, open kitchens and a luxurious master bedroom with an oversized bath.  One enclosed parking space with elevator access comes with each home, as does a private balcony.

            "In addition to the oceanfront setting and convenient location, residents will all cherish being just minutes down the promenade from quaint Pier Village with its pedestrian-friendly, village atmosphere complete with boutiques, dining and entertainment," Mr. Selikoff points out.  "Long Branch also offers numerous local shopping opportunities, and the nearby oceanside towns of Sea Girt and prestigious Spring Lake boast lovely parks and tended gardens."

            For more information on Beachfront North, please call (732) 870-0400.

            To visit the community and tour its fully furnished model homes, take the Garden State Parkway to exit 105.  Proceed on Route 36 east to end and make a right on Ocean Blvd.  Follow south for .5 miles to North Broadway and make a jughandle/u-turn, taking Ocean Blvd north. Make an immediate right on Madison Ave. and follow to the Sales and Information Center.

            Matzel and Mumford is a K. Hovnanian company.