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Happy Holidays!

Well, the holidays are here and the Sea View is busy, busy!

We are about to host our third wedding and it is very exciting! Thanksgiving was splendid - the company and the weather! Christmas is just around the corner and I am thrilled to host new guests, return guests, and family ~

Thanks again for an absolutely wonderful year - I look forward to seeing you all over the coming months. Wishing you and your families the HAPPIEST of holidays and a New Year full of MAGIC!

Hope to see you soon!
Casey

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Hello Summer!!

It is hot, hot, hot here in Melbourne Beach! Perfect for a dip in the beautiful blue ocean! The turtles are coming up to nest in full force right now ~ what an amazing sight!

I want to extend a BIG "Thank You" to all of our guests for making 2010 absolutely amazing - June brought more than DOUBLE the guests we had this time last year - wow! I have had the pleasure of meeting some amazing singles, couples and families from New Jersey to Michigan - Ontario to Germany - St. Pete to St. Cloud. Everyone is so warm and welcoming and many of you have promised to return again next year (or even sooner!). I look forward to meeting new guests, but also to seeing those guests again and again ~ we learn a little bit more about each other with each visit ~

I get lots of questions about how close we are to the beach, how clean the rooms are, what the weather is going to be like next month and a whole host of questions that I sometimes struggle to find answers for. Bear with me ~ I try to describe this unique place to new guests, but it can be hard to have all the right answers! The Sea View is definitely not a chain-hotel, it is unique and funky, old-school and new-school all wrapped into a laid-back oceanfront getaway. I put my heart and sweat into this place every day to ensure that guests have a top-notch experience here - but I have some quieter days too - don't forget I'm human too!

I have received some great feedback on the blog - and will continue to post as often as I can. I truly appreciate all of the support our guests have shown our little family business. We have been vacationing in Melbourne Beach since the 70's and we just think its a magical place ~ I hope you'll come discover it for yourself ~

Wishing you all a joyful summer with your families ~ May your days be filled with love and sweet memories!

See you soon!
Casey

Welcome Spring!

Hello Everyone!

What a whirlwind it has been here at the Sea View ~ so many positive things have happened here it is simply overwhelming!

The most exciting news is that, thanks to all of your positive energy and kind words, the Sea View Motel has been rated #1 in Melbourne Beach! That is a lot to live up to, but I am going to keep working hard and keep improving. I have really taken all of your feedback to heart and appreciate the input. The Sea View is my first experience as a motel manager and the first major renovation I have overseen so it has been a learning experience - a very rewarding challenge for sure! So - THANK YOU again very much for choosing the Sea View as a vacation destination and keep the lines of communication open I love hearing your suggestions and stories. I look forward to seeing you all again and to meeting new guests this Spring/Summer ~

The Sea Wall and Ocean Front Patio are both complete and it is such a relief to have those two big projects done. The patio has really turned into the social hub of the Sea View - people enjoying lunches with their families, bathing in the sun and even meeting new friends! I had the pleasure of being invited to the Sea View's first ever TEA PARTY - it was really cool! A young, hip visitor named Clementine invited me and we had bunny crackers and jelly beans out on the patio - it was a wonderful day!

The Sea View hosted its second WEDDING - Kyle and Regina Armour of Florida - Congratulations! It was a beautiful event and everyone had such an amazing time. Thanks to the Armours for choosing the Sea View as the place to celebrate!

Turtle season began March 1st so we are trying to be extra-conscious about exterior lights and not using flashlights on the beaches - so far no sign of turtles nearby, but we'll be in full swing as Springtime gives way to SUMMER - so I can't wait to see my first turtle! The plants and flowers are recovering from a really chilly winter here, so it is time to put on the gardening gloves and get to work -

Again, thanks to all of our guests who have contributed to making Sea View such a beautiful place to be - both to live and work and for those who come and spend a day or even the season - it is truly a pleasure to see so many smiling faces and friendships being made - that's really what its all about!

Hope to see you soon ~

casey

Your host: Casey Gilbert

Welcome to the Sea View Blog!

The Sea View was built in the 1950's and has had three owners - we are now the proud fourth! We purchased the Sea View in July of 2008 and spent a considerable amount of time giving it a much needed face-lift. We have finished both buildings now and the repair of the sea wall. Now we can concentrate on beautifying the outdoor areas with new paver patios and landscaping.

All of our rooms are unique and can accommodate one person or up to a party of six depending on the room. Each room has a fully equipped kitchen and I recently added complimentary coffees and teas to add an extra-special touch! We also have books and games in the rooms for you to enjoy. Fresh linens are supplied and upon request we can give you a change of sheets or towels anytime. I encourage guests to ring my door bell if they need anything: advice on where to grab a bite, a blender to borrow or maybe just share a story about their travels or what fish was biting today -

Extra-special perks: We offer free wi-fi and guests passes to Melbourne Beach Fitness. The wi-fi can be temperamental I admit, but usually it is right on (plus, its free!). I am a SPIN instructor at our local gym (Melbourne Beach Fitness) and I am proud to offer complimentary guest passes to check out a class or use the cardio machines and weights. Just ask and I'll give you a class schedule and a pass to use for the day. The fitness center is located next to Publix just a half-mile north in the Driftwood Plaza.

Rates vary from $125 to $195 per night depending on the room. We have discounted weekly and monthly rates as well. All of our prices include tax. Please call (321.723.0566) for rates and availability -

We have the perfect spot on Melbourne Beach - we are located between Ponce de Leon and Archie Carr National wildlife refuge - this means that our beach is pristine and uncrowded and the perfect place to glimpse pelicans, sea turtles, dolphins, ghost crabs and all sorts or beautiful wildlife. Nature is at its finest right here in our little piece of paradise!

We welcome you to come check out our little slice of heaven - see you soon!

Your humble host,
Casey T Gilbert