Vintage San Alfonso Retreat House Ocean AVE Postcard NJ 12c Stamp For Sale

This vintage postcard features a striking view of the San Alfonso Retreat House located at 755 Ocean Avenue, West End, New Jersey, where the serene sea meets spiritual solace. The image captures the mid-20th century architecture of the retreat, showcasing its distinctive modernist design against a backdrop of the ocean horizon. The postcard, printed by Dexter Press of West Nyack, New York, is a classic linen-textured production known for its vibrant colors and durable finish, popular in the 1950s and 1960s.The reverse side reveals a handwritten message and a 12-cent U.S. postage stamp commemorating \'Freedom of Conscience - An American Right,\' postmarked from Long Branch, NJ. The card was published by Industrial Photo Service in Oakhurst, NJ, and offers collectors insight into the historical and cultural importance of this retreat house, often recognized as a notable landmark on the Jersey Shore. This collectible postcard appeals to enthusiasts of religious sites, coastal New Jersey history, and vintage linen postcards.