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Homes on the Range Interest in farms, ranches and homes with land has never been more intense as a growing number of primary and second-home buyers look to rural and suburban locations and small towns. recent past,” she says. California is still a primary source for out-of-state buyers and inquiries, along with Oregon and Washington. Newcomers to the hunt for homes hail from Colorado.
Areas long recognized for magnificent equestrian properties are seeing mounting interest in estates with acreage that might only come on the market once in a lifetime. “Right now, there is such incredible demand for country properties, whether potential buyers are horse people or not. It all comes down to people wanting green grass under their feet,” says Amy McKenna, associate broker with Country Properties, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, REALTORS® in Unionville, Pennsylvania, near West Chester. “Twenty years ago, our market was all horse people, now only half are.” Still, Chester County is home to a number of Olympic riders, and their presence adds to its luster as a premier location for dedicated equestrians. Another bonus is being convenient to Philadelphia, Washington D.C. and New York. In Montana, agents like Cindi Hayne, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Montana Properties, are getting calls at all hours from potential buyers. “We’re seeing more people coming from the East Coast than we have in the
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Outside of Boseman, Dan Reddick, also with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Montana Properties, has had several recent buyers from Atlanta. All were attracted to the amount of open land, as well as proximity to Bozeman, only minutes away. “Most people moving from out of state want to be able to say they bought a Montana ranch. And that infers that it has horses, maybe cattle, land and mountain views,” explains Reddick. “Obviously, horses and Montana go hand in hand,” says Hayne. “We have so many properties for equestrians, from week- end trail riders to competitors in almost every discipline.” In Montana, equestrian properties and a ranch are not always synonymous. Rod Freeman with Berkshire Hathaway Home- Services Montana Properties explains a ranch usually means a cattle operation. Reddick’s recent sales included “cattle as well as excellent equestrian facilities.” In Portugal, equestrian properties are at a premium, limited generally by the avail- ability of land. Still, Hannah Wood, director of operations at Berkshire Hathaway Home- Services Portugal Property, says interest in equestrian pursuits is strong with almost a year-round roster of competitive events, including hunter/jumper. Passion for Polo In Dubai, the passion for polo and horses runs strong, according to Dounia Fadi, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway Home- Services Gulf Properties. Here, communities built around equestrian clubs are not uncommon, and include continued on page 22
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1980 CURRY CANYON ROAD, CLAYTON
5 BD | 4.5 BA | 6,089 SQ FT | 21.86 ACRES Stunning four-parcel property with multiple homes located in the Curry Canyon neighborhood at the foothills of Mt. Diablo. This must see property features 21+ total acres, a 2-story Victorian home, a 2-story log home, a barn/ workshop/ garage, a generous covered riding arena 125’ x 60’, a four horse stable, wells, asphalt driveway, panoramic views & so much more! (APN 080-110-013-2) Victorian House includes 3 upstairs beds, 2.5 baths, 4435sf, 3-car carport w/storage, covered drive-thru parking, 4 fireplaces, finished attic & basement, backyard oasis with an in-ground solar heated pool & spa, a barn/workshop/garage, a four horse stable, fenced in garden beds & chicken coop, as well as covered RV parking. (APN 080-110-009-0) Log home: 2 beds (1 up/1 down), 2 baths, 1654sf, 1 fireplace, an attached 1-car garage, 1 carport & a composite deck w/ hot tub. (APN 080-110-016-5 & 080-110-017-3) Well locations. Oak trees & panoramic views. Explore downtown Clayton & Oakhurst CC just minutes away. Offered at: $3,925,000
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WENDY MOORE (925) 570-5187 wendy@estatesbywendy.com REALTOR® | DRE #01408930 5
2333 BELFORD DRIVE, WALNUT CREEK
4 BD | 3 BA | 3,023 SQ FT You are welcome by Appointment only to this much larger than most models home. A small enclave of Eichlers in the Northgate community of Walnut Creek 4 bedrooms/3 baths 3023 sq. feet, with skylight panels. Close to highly regarded public and private schools, Heather Farm park, Trails, Mt. Diablo State Park. New Whole Foods, Safeway Plaza with many eateries, pharmacy, hardware stores within short walking and driving distance. Close to John Muir Medical Hospital, short drive to W.C BART and Downtown for all your Casual, Fine dining and World class shopping. Easy access to Hwy 680/24.
Offered at: $1,749,000
NIMMI G. GIDWANI (925) 285-9379 nimmigidwani@gmail.com 6
REALTORÂŽ | DRE #01366499
11060 OVERMOOR STREET, OAKLAND
5 BD | 3.5 BA | 3,306 SQ FT The perfect retreat for shelter in place! Mid-century modern home with over 3300 square feet PLUS a detached home office or guest house on a huge double lot with sparkling pool! Fantastic location on quiet street! Living room and formal dining area feature hardwood floors and fireplace plus big picture windows with views of the SF Bay. The spacious kitchen has been remodeled with granite counters, tile floor, stainless steel appliances and includes several wine refrigerators. Family room/sun room is full of light and overlooks the backyard and pool. Three spacious bedrooms plus a big master suite with sliders to the pool and private deck. Both the hall bath and master bath have been remodeled with high end materials. Full size laundry room, central heating, two car attached garage with opener. Backyard has everything you could possibly want with a pool, hot tub, outdoor shower, large lawn area, room for vegetable garden, and several entertaining areas. Ideal commute location! Offered at: $1,695,000
JENNIFER GRIESSEL (925) 382.7484 jennifer.griessel@bhhsdrysdale.com REALTORÂŽ | DRE #00990089 7
1944 BARBARESCO LANE, BRENTWOOD
2 BD | 2.5 BA | 2,159 SQ FT Trilogy at the Vineyards 55+ Resort Community. This ever popular Mistelle model looks out over amazing views of the vineyards and hills surrounding the community. The 90 degree rolling windows in the dining and great room lead to a covered patio and fireplace with a beautiful custom surround and mantel. The backyard also features a separate pergola with a built-in barbecue. The kitchen is a cook’s dream, featuring white, glazed cabinets and hood, granite counters, GE Monogram appliances, including a 6 burner stove. Exposed beam ceilings, custom cabinetry in both offices. Great room cabinetry features window seats and an electric fireplace. Wood grain tile floors. Two offices, two master closets, two refrigerators (a built-in refrigerator and a wine refrigerator) two ovens (plus a microwave convection oven), two pantries! Over $300,000 in upgrades plus a $119,000 lot premium! Resort style living includes two pools, gym, bocce, tennis, pickle ball, private restaurant and so much more! Offered at: $1,077,000
JANICE KUTNER (925) 963-3567 janicekutner@yahoo.com 8
REALTORÂŽ | DRE # 01369881
5 SHADY OAK COURT, DANVILLE
4 BD | 3 BA | 2,396 SQ FT Exceptional WoodRanch home upgraded to the MAX! This meticulously remodeled Ponderosa-built home has it all ... elegant & functional floorplan, quality craftmanship & premium upgrades throughout. 1 Bedroom/1 Full Bath downstairs & 3 Bedrooms/2 Baths + dedicated Office/Den upstairs. Gourmet Island Kitchen with granite counters + tile backsplash, custom pull-out & soft-close cabinetry, step-in pantry, GE Profile oven, fridge & convection/ microwave oven, 5-burner gas Dacor cooktop & Bosch dishwasher. Luxurious primary bedroom with sitting area + spa-like bath with NuHeat tile floor, custom shower & dual vanities + cedar-walled walk-in closets. PLUS hardwood & tile flooring, upgraded plumbing & lighting, plantation shutters, premium crown & baseboards, ceiling fans & built-in cabinets. Flagstone patio, built-in BBQ, custom arbor, lush landscaping, 3-car garage, dual-zone HVAC, artificial turf + community pool, clubhouse, tennis & playground for $280 per quarter. WoodRanch at its finest! Offered at: $1,565,000
TOM HART (925) 321-3220 tom@tomhart.com Broker Associate | DRE #00991991 9
4025 OAK HILL ROAD, OAKLAND
5 BD | 3 BA | 3,562 SQ FT Welcome to this peaceful retreat built atop a knoll in the suburbs of the Sequoyah Hills. A spacious 5 bedroom, 3 bath home with views of the Bay, and an indoor/outdoor floorplan designed for comfortable living. The open kitchen offers ample countertops and cabinetry, breakfast bar, and stainless-steel appliances. The large adjoining dining area with built-in entertainment bar and French doors leading to an expansive deck create a great space from which to enjoy beautiful sunsets, host guests and create memories. The separate upper and lower levels provide freedom and flexibility for studying, lounging, and working from home. The upstairs en suite benefits from a private deck on which to enjoy the outdoor serenity & scenic views. A large, multi-level, landscaped backyard provides ample outdoor space, while nearby Regional Parks & natural spaces offer more room to roam. Close proximity to 580 and 13 access corridor to Montclair Village appreciable attributes of this prime location. PENDING
DANIA R. ALVAREZ (510) 301-3507 info@homesbydania.com REALTORÂŽ | DRE # 01404808 10
7674 PINEVILLE CIRCLE, CASTRO VALLEY
5 BD | 4 BA | 2,689 SQ FT This Prestigious Palomares Hills home is a rare find featuring 5 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms and stunning Canyon Views with Bedroom/Office & full bath on ground floor! The entry opens to a dramatic sun drenched living room & dining room with vaulted ceiling, eat-in kitchen with island, Quartz counters and family room with fireplace. Escape to the gorgeous master suite with vaulted ceilings, sitting area with fireplace, large walk-in closet and large updated private master bathroom. 3 additional bedrooms an 2 full bathrooms complete the upper level. All this plus community amenities including pool, walking trails, park, tennis and basketball courts, and private security plus award winning Castro Valley schools.
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KATHI TOWNSEND (510) 333-9404 kathi.townsend@bhhsdrysdale.com REALTORÂŽ | DRE # 01409032 11
2342 MERLOT LANE, LIVERMORE
4 BD | 2.5 BA | 2,622 SQ FT Entertainer’s Dream Home! Enjoy luxurious living in this single-story home, 4 beds plus office with 2622sf of living space. Lge front porch,covered back patios.Formal dining/living rm, gas burning fireplace, coffered high ceilings with recessed lighting, wall of windows opening up to backyard & pool. Gourmet kitchen with SS appliances, breakfast bar with pendant lights, sep nook for casual dining, a built-in office working space. Fam rm has built in cabinets, ceiling fan & fireplace. Tile flooring throughout living areas. Spacious master suite with built in cabinets and headboard with shelving, coffered ceilings, lge picture window & access to the backyard. Double walk-in closet with built in cabinets, lge bath with jetted tub, stall shower,dual sinks. Solar is paid up to 2032. Close to wineries, golf, trails, parks HWY 84 and more!
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JOANNE KHAMSEHPOUR (925) 209-7644 joanne@jo4homes.com REALTORÂŽ | DRE #01400145 12
1900 CHAMBERS CIRCLE, BRENTWOOD
5 BD | 5.5 BA | 5,601 SQ FT This stupendous custom designed home located in a gated community, will satisfy the most discriminating buyer. It has just about every conceivable upgrade you can imagine. An open floor plan w/ the great room boasting 12’ ceilings, sunken bar, ice maker & wine fridge, three En Suite bedrooms, three fireplaces, formal dinning room, office, guest quarters (plumbed for kitchen) an a media room. The massive gourmet Kitchen is an entertainers dream come true, 8 burner Wolf Stove w/Pot filler, center island w/ prep-sink, 2 dishwashers, warming drawer, industrial fridge & freezer, 2 Thermador ovens. No Need to go to the spa, everyday is spa day w/ an exotic and exquisitely designed Gunite, salt water soaking tub, ceiling water fall, walk in slate shower w/10 shower heads, & 2 walk in closets. Enjoy the covered barbecue area with all amenities of an indoor kitchen & the 12 person hot tub feeling as if you are in your Private Oasis. This is a SMART HOME & one truly unique property. PENDING
JUNE JARDIN (925) 525.1425 june.jardin@bhhsdrysdale.com REALTORÂŽ | DRE #01381335 13
505 KINGSWOOD PLACE, DANVILLE
4 BD | 3.5 BA | 3,535 SQ FT ABSOLUTELY STUNNING home in breathtaking condition with extensive improvements. 4 bedrooms (one used as an office has no closet), 3.5 baths, fabulous chef’s kitchen, adjoining gathering room and breakfast nook. Magnificent formal rooms, two fireplaces, exquisite Primary Suite with sensational bathroom, closet professionally outfitted. Secondary bedrooms all with generous walk-in closets, one ensuite bedroom. Magnificent gardens, nearly new rear deck, blooming plants, renovated sprinkler and drainage systems, corner location with wraparound landscaping. All new windows throughout with designer treatments, hardwood floors, walk-in pantry and SubZero wine cooler storage, newer HVAC units with programmable thermostats, oversized laundry room with sink and generous cabinets, and so much more. A list of amenities and improvements can be provided.
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DIANE GILFETHER (925) 323-7775 Diane@DianeGilfether.com 14
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3472 ASHBOURNE CIRCLE, SAN RAMON
5 BD | 5.5 BA | 4,965 SQ FT Stunning Remodeled Norris Canyon Estates Home! Spectacular outdoor pavilion that enjoys outdoor/indoor living at its best! This 5 bedroom, 5.5 bath home has custom features through out. Desirable double sided entry staircase with custom remote chandelier. Recently remodeled gourmet kitchen with custom cabinets and commercial grade stainless steel appliances. Hand scraped hardwood flooring through out the whole house. All bathrooms have been remodeled. Lower level den/office with custom built-in cabinetry. Upper level open loft or teen center. Oversized Master suite with his/her closets and beautifully remodeled master suite bathroom with walk-in shower and jacuzzi tub. Upstairs bedroom/gym with en-suite bath and balcony with views. Private rear yard featuring a recently built pavilion with gas grill, custom cabinets, fireplace, built-in ceiling heaters, recessed lighting and tongue and grove ceilings. Side patio area and an additional RV parking area. SOLD
CHARLIE STELLINI & JAMES COLLINS (925) 381-6156 | (925) 640-8818 charlie@charliestellini.com | JamesCollins21@aol.com Broker Associate | DRE #00761819 / #0110001482 | REALTORÂŽ DRE #01233045 15
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MATHEW HUTCHENS (650) 245-2264 matthew.hutchens@bhhsdrysdale.com REALTOR® | DRE #02017674 17
1021 BIG TREE ROAD ST. HELENA 9 BD | 8 FULL, 1 HALF BA | 11,500 SQ FT Tudal Winery: This amazing Oasis includes 10 acres of groomed, serene grounds. There are two homes, two pools, a winery, point of sale room, tasting room, bocce ball court, lush gardens, gated front and rear entrances....your escape! 1021 Big tree: This two story 6,863 square foot home was built in 1995 and has some enhanced features in the kitchen with warming drawers, granite counter tops, a large walk in pantry, and wine cellar. This property also features an elevator, solar heated pool/spa. 1015 Big Tree: This 4,102 square foot horseshoe shaped home and winery was built in 1979..updated in 2020. The home features granite counter tops, new flooring, new paint, a private work out room with sauna, an in-ground pool, a Julia Childs inspired industrial kitchen, and a soda fountain wet bar. The winery building is 1560 square feet, the tasting room is 840 square feet with a 2400 square foot crush pad. All licenses are transferable. Offered at: $9,000,000 Mathew Hutchins
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MATHEW HUTCHENS (650) 245-2264 matthew.hutchens@bhhsdrysdale.com REALTOR® | DRE #02017674 21
Homes on the Range cont. Arabian Ranches, where lavish homes surround a polo field. Residents can literally watch matches from their terraces or backyards. Equestrian clubs, which can also be found in many U.S. cities such as Chicago, are popular here. Montana is also home to the Stock Farm Club in Big Sky Country, which includes the state’s top-rated golf course.
have a multitude of disciplines. You can trail ride in the largest wilderness area in the lower 48 states, 1.3 million acres of forested land. We have all the competitive Western disciplines of cutting, barrel racing, mounted shooting, reining,
Wellington, Florida, outside of Palm Beach, offers spectacular equine facilities and premier properties along with inter- nationally recognized competitions that draw hundreds of top-echelon riders for dressage and show jumping in the winter season. Wellington and Palm Beach are also recognized as global hubs for polo. Less than an hour away, Palm City beckons a varied group of riders, professionals, and trainers, and recently a growing number of city dwellers looking for primary or second homes. Five-acre zoning is a big draw. “We have a lot of young families that move out to acreage or an 8-acre property to be able to have other animals. They might have a horse, but they also want a goat and chickens,” shares Joan Rogers with the Horsepower Team, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty. Almost all equestrian disciplines from barrel racing and team penning to dressage, show jumping, driving and polo can be found here, according to Rogers. “There is even a rodeo every year.” Most Desired? Trails and Open Space Interest in so many different equine pursuits is not isolated to Florida. In Chester County, in addition to hunter/jumper and dressage, eventing is a growing interest. Always desired is access to trails, and there is extensive open space here thanks to one of most notable preservation efforts on the East Coast. Legendary estates along Chicago’s North Shore often included horses. Now, for acreage and horse farms, one must look farther from the city to towns such as Libertyville and Barrington Hills. But throughout the region, there is tremendous interest in horses, competition and training throughout the area. And Kay Feldmar, with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, says there are also a number of traveling trainers. Although states like Montana and Wyoming are perceived as places for Western-style riding, that is changing. “In Montana, you get the equestrian side of things, but more westernized,” says Hayne. “When people come here, they find we 22
roping and team penning. We also have all the disciplines for English riders, including international four-star, threeday events at Rebecca Farm in Kalispell, which has become the largest eventing competition in the U.S.” Still, from weekend pleasure riders to competitors, people want proximity to trails. “I have clients who want to be close to trails where they can ride out from their house very quickly into the forest. There are canyons up and down the Bitterroot Valley; almost everyone has a trail that goes back to a wilderness area. I would say for 50 percent of the people, access to trails is one of their primary concerns,” says Freeman.
Equestrian Demands Few would disagree that the equestrian realm is complicated and that “horse people” occupy a special world. Agents who specialize in equine properties say simply owning a horse doesn’t make someone an equestrian. In fact, most agents differentiate between a true equestrian property and a house, basic or luxury, with a barn and a few stalls.
to $500,000. Beyond stalls, barns typically include places to store saddles and equipment, wash areas and offices for managers. And any sizable property or an upper-end barn will also include an apartment, usually for a barn manager. Arenas can be any size, with dressage requiring the largest dimensions. For an upper-end horse property, buyers look for an indoor arena, and an indoor arena is one feature that moves a property to the upper end. Indoor arenas are important to many buyers right now, according to Anna Sogliuzzo, with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties in Wallingford, Connecticut. Having all the horse facilities ready at move-in is non-negotiable. And horse people often look at the equine facilities before the house. “A real horse person might not care what the house looks like, but the barn has to be immaculate, functional and a decision will be made on the horse facilities,” says Hayne. Sometimes barns, arenas and outbuilding surpass the home in quality, but in the upper end of the market, homes often will be equally stunning, often representing what is considered a classic for the region. In Connecticut, finding an older property with a barn is not unusual, but a recently fashioned country estate created on the site of a former cow farm is. This ultimate country sanctuary on 20 acres includes a huge three-level barn, competition-size dressage ring, multiple paddocks, turnout, lush gardens with fruit trees and exotic shrubs, a greenhouse and cottage shed. The home is equally impressive with exquisite craftsmanship and luxurious appointments. The barn’s ground level includes seven stalls, a wetroom, laundry and tack room. The second level, finished with trompe l’oeil ceiling and polished wood floors, was used to display a carriage col- lection. Sogliuzzo believes it would also be ideal for events since there is also a kitchen on this level.
What do true horse people look for? “People might have horses on one or two acres, but especially in the West, they typically want to see at least 10 acres of good ground, and irrigated ground, if you want to use it year-round,” says Freeman, noting what makes it a horse property are the amenities.” The amount of land might vary by region, but almost everywhere — land, the barn, turnout, an outdoor arena and a training area or pen — are critical components. “You have to have fencing that is safe for horses. Most properties need some cross fencing so you can move the horses back and forth. Most people want a reason- able horse barn with stalls, which can be anything from simple to grandiose,” says Freeman, noting costs for a barn might range from $50,000
Zoning is something horse buyers should keep in mind, according to Sogliuzzo. They should check out the number of horses permitted. “If they want an indoor arena, and there isn’t one, then they need to know they have enough space to put one in,” she adds. What to look for in an agent if you are interested in equestrian properties? Experience with these types of properties and with horses in general. Rogers has two notable, experienced riders on her team. Feldmar has been a USEF horse show judge for 30 years. Also, important, is knowledge of the requirements of so many varied disciplines. “You have to be able to speak horse,” says Hayne, who is past president of the Montana Hunter/Jumper State Association. You should have a track record of selling equestrian specific properties and be able to match that person’s discipline with what the property offers,” she adds. 23
1937 10TH AVENUE, SACRAMENTO
3 BD | 2 BA | 1,915 SQ FT Classic Land Park architecture in a storybook setting with 3br + downstairs den, 2 updated baths (one on each level), two story Tudor built in 1937 with a total of 1915 square feet, per county. You will love the location on 10th Avenue, just off of College Avenue in the heart of Old Land Park. Many built-ins exhibiting old world charm including some original wood floors, spacious light-filled living room with gas fireplace, front picture window, formal dining, convenient downstairs office/den with separate exterior access, arched doorways and extra storage. Beautiful new stamped/patterned concrete provides strength and functionality to the full driveway, front porch, garage floor, perimeter sidewalks and expanded back covered patio. Underground drainage newly installed on all four sides of the property. Highly rated area schools include Crocker/ Riverside Elementary, Cal Middle School, McClatchy High School, Sacramento City College and UOP McGeorge School of Law. PENDING
NICK LaPLACA (916) 764-7500 nick@nicklaplaca.com REALTORÂŽ | DRE #00842218 24
1345 VIEW CREST COURT, RENO
4 BD | 4 FULL, 2 HALF BA | 5,279 SQ FT Here is your chance to own a gorgeous property in one of Reno’s most prestigious & sought after neighborhoods. This 2.5 acre - NV state shaped lot with a 5224 sq ft home sits at the end of the private court and offers beautiful views in a serene setting. The home features 4 bedrooms, 4 full & 2 half baths. The main living area features a gourmet kitchen, large living room w/built in entertainment center, fireplace, wet bar, dining room, a beautiful master suite with fireplace and sitting room, steam shower w/ 2 shower heads, large bath tub. Office, 2 1/2 bathrooms & large laundry room complete the downstairs. Access the 2nd story by either the Elevator or sweeping staircase. Upstairs features the other en-suite bedrooms, huge game room & storage room. 2 garages for all your cars & toys. The detached, heated garage includes a car lift, work shop, full bath & tons of storage space. The peaceful backyard has great views from the patio, gazebo or hot tub & water feature. There is room for a pool, horses, stables and the property is being sold with 2.5 acre feet of water rights. 3 HVAC systems w/humidifiers, water softener, whole house generator and so much more. This home has it all and is ready for you to call it your home!
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JUDY M LOOSLI & PAUL LOOSLI (775) 378-9353 | (775) 501-2070 Judy@YourHomeProfessional.com | paul.loosli@bhhsdrysdale.com RED# BS.0145326, DRE #01734654 | RED# S.0184109 25
1717 TROLLMAN AVE, SAN MATEO
4 BD | 2.5 BA | 2,070 SQ FT Stunning 2 story North Shoreview home. Family friendly, quiet, low traffic neighborhood. Approximately 2070 sq/ft of living area, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, living room and dining room with soaring high ceilings, large family room and 2 car attached garage. Enjoy the private rear yard with paver patio, 2 fire pits, sitting area, beautiful wetlands view behind the house and a side yard dog run. There is a large accessory shed that can be used as hobby room or office. The home features designer upgrades including Acacia wide plank hardwood flooring, updated kitchen with Quartz countertops, white cabinetry. Magnificent master bedroom suite, observation deck with a bay and wetlands view. Preferential opportunity to attend North Shoreview Montessori School. Short walk to neighborhood parks, Bay Trail, dog park, grocery store and a lot more. Conveniently located near Coyote Point Park, Poplar Creek Golf Course, the Facebook campus and minutes to Downtown San Mateo. Easy access to Hwy 101. $1,498,000
JOSE DOS RAMOS (650) 787-5568 jose.dosramos@bhhsdrysdale.com Managing Broker | DRE #00924019 26
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18383 SHERWOOD COURT CASTRO VALLEY 3 BD | 2.5 BA | 1,583 SQ FT
Lovely! One story level in on quiet cul-de-sac Offered at: $1,022,000
LYNN LEVIN | (510) 593-7377 REALTOR® | DRE #00885447
15 RIVIERA CIRCLE REDWOOD SHORES 3 BD | 2.5 BA | 1,970 SQ FT
Single-Family Residence in an excellent location in Redwood Shores Offered at: $2,075,000
BARBARA BREEN | (650) 787-0745 REALTOR® | DRE #01878995
101 SHIPLEY AVENUE DALY CITY 3 BD | 2 BA | 1,230 SQ FT
Terrific single family home in desirable Serramonte neighborhood, in popular Daly City! Offered at: $1,150,000
ROBERT COLLETT | (415) 926-5081 REALTOR® | DRE #01987866
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141 NEW YORK AVENUE LOS GATOS 4 BD | 4 BA | 2,314 SQ FT Don’t miss this Spectacular and Spacious Craftsman in downtown Los Gatos! The roomy floorpan is ideal for living an entertaining. Craftsman architectural details and high ceilings create an open and airy feeling throughout. Numerous windows in the home allow for abundant natural light to stream through the home from all angles and take advantage of the beautiful greenery surrounding the home. The chef’s kitchen features ample cabinet and counter space. The elegant master suite features a private deck, large walk in closet, and a sizable bathroom. The versatile bonus living area complete with separate entrance and kitchenette can be used as a family room, den, office space, and much more! Ideally situated in Downtown Los Gatos, the home is close to top schools, desired amenities (shopping and dining), parks and green space for hiking and enjoying the outdoors. While the home is within walking distance to top features of Los Gatos Downtown, it feels tucked away in a serene area. Offered at: $2,558,000
TRAVIS CONTE (650) 520-5753 travisconte@gmail.com REALTOR® | DRE# 01911569 29
1522 EVENING STAR COURT MORGAN HILL 6 BD | 4.5 BA | 5,000 SQ FT Welcome to your own private oasis! Gorgeous custom home in desirable Coyote Creek Estates with luxury finishes & decorator touches throughout located at the end of a cul-de-sac on over 1/2 acre lot. Remodeled in 2017 with top of the line features. Grand circular foyer with a beautiful chandelier, marble mosaic flooring, formal dining & living rooms elegant light fixtures, bedroom & full bath downstairs, beautiful hardwood flooring & a chefs dream kitchen with Wi-Fi ready appliances,Enkeboll cabinetry, butler bar & wine refrigerator. Wood plantation shutters, arched doorways, crown molding. Master retreat with oversized tub, large shower, huge closet & balcony overlooking the back yard. Beautiful Pebble Tec black bottom pool with rock waterfall & spa, outdoor kitchen with a full fireplace, stone waterfall & a ½ basketball court create a back yard paradise. 1 of 6 custom luxury homes on the street designed to entertain .Everything you need for easy living, working at home, relaxation or play. Offered at: $2,499,999
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1808 LOS OLIVOS ROAD, SANTA ROSA
4 BD | 3.5 BA | 3,395 SQ FT Spacious Amazing Light-Filled Home w/ Elegant Great Room w/ Views in Montecito Heights neighborhood. Newer home built in 2007 overlooking Brush Creek & Rincon Valley. Main Level offers fantastic Chefs Kitchen, walk-in pantry, formal Dining area and Master Suite & 2 additional bedrooms & baths & Laundry Rm w/ Tiled Floors throughout. Master enjoys views & access to main deck w/ Lg walk-in closet. Ground Level offers many uses-possible in-law/ teenager suite w/ Exlg Bedrm, en-suite bath & Spacious Family Rm w/access to patio & garden. Additl large finished storage room on ground level offers even more Possibilities. Relax & Decompress on 2 Large Level decks overlooking views & garden. Home completely Fenced w/ Automatic Privacy Gate w/remote & Whole House back up Generac Generator on concrete pad. Chicken coop too! Practice green thumb w/ orange, apricot, peach, tangerine, lemon, fig trees & roses too! Approx 8 ft easement at bottom of garden for addit parking. Mins from shopping & Highway 1. Offered at: $ 1,297,000
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San Miguel de Allende By Marlene Ridgway
The 475-year-old Spanish colonial city of San Miguel de Allende in Mexico’s highlands embraces its historic architecture and culture while pushing the boundaries of cuisine, art, and luxury real estate.
restaurants, boutiques, art galleries, vineyards, and equestrian developments, San Miguel de Allende has been one of the most dynamic and fast-growing components of the luxury sector, not only in real estate, but in the day-to-day, creating an experiential luxury living,” according to Ramírez. Residents and visitors can partake in everything from a multi-course, locally sourced wine-paired tasting menu with an internationally recognized chef, sip cocktails on the rooftop bar, browse the many markets, or enjoy the variety of art galleries.
HomeServices Colonial Homes San Miguel, the newly opened office in San Miguel de Allende, who has been working in real estate for 25 years. “San Miguel de Allende is universally regarded as one of the prettiest towns in Mexico, and internationally recognized for its cosmopolitan pulse.” Greg Gunter, a Luxury Collection Realtor and broker/owner at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Colonial Homes San Miguel, moved to San Miguel in 2009 and has since become a top producer in real estate, reaching the status as the No. 2 Realtor in all of Mexico for the country’s largest franchise. With this experience, he expertly guides buyers and visitors to those neighborhoods best suited for their lifestyle and their individual tastes. “I always conduct a very in-depth interview with my buyers before they arrive to best determine their lifestyle preferences — that allows me to guide them to the best San Miguel neighborhoods that fit their lifestyle,” says Gunter. Something for Everyone “Buyers coming from a heart-of-the- city experience always want to live here in Centro, where they can roll out the door and arrive on foot at a restaurant in 10 minutes,” explains Gunter. “Gardeners and yard people craving green are drawn to Atascadero, where lots are bigger and lawns more prevalent. Creatives who like integrating with a Mexican aesthetic are drawn to the San Antonio and Guadalupe neighborhoods.”
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Over the years, this small colonial town has become a wellknown, year-round destination for those hoping to experience an authentic, family-friendly Mexican city. And there is a little something for every- one. “With high-end hotels,
The Locals Love It The city is unlike any other in Mexico. “Our location in Mexico’s central highlands makes us a quieter destination than larger cities or the beach resort destinations such as Cabo, says broker Ramirez. who was raised in the area. “As a local,” Ramirez continues, “I offer clients a seasoned knowledge of this city and an intimate understanding of what makes this town so special and unique … we are long term residents and highly active members of the communities we serve, constantly engaged in networking and developing relationships with local residents.” Year-Round Weather Locals, visitors, and expats have fallen in love with San Miguel de Allende for a myriad of reasons. The year-round weather is an especially alluring element. Because of where the city is located, the climate is mild and enjoyable throughout the year. Summers are pleasantly comfortable and dry, and the air is crisp and clean, the winters are never cold, and the rainy season is not very heavy. Luxury In Real Estate San Miguel de Allende remains popular as a luxury retirement destination due in part to the astounding affordability in the cost of living.
“I’m also an architect,” says Gunter, “and I can tell you that U.S. luxury buyers appreciate that our homes here all offer handcrafted luxury appointments at a price point that would be a quarter of the cost on the coasts in the U.S. Nothing in a San Miguel home is ordered from a cata- log. Every single detail is handcrafted by a multi-generational tradesman who works with his hands.” In the past decade, San Miguel de Allende has transformed from a close-knit, little town into a bustling city — it’s now one of Mexico’s best-known lifestyle destinations and the element of luxury has become a large part of the experience.
that look airlifted straight from Italy’s Veneto, an old tannery retrofitted as a home, Cordon Bleu chef-designed homes with stunning kitchens, as well as hillside aeries with Rapunzel towers and hang- glider views from each room,” says Gunter.
A Unique Style
An Art Haven
“Unlike our U.S. coastal feeder markets, there are no $4 million cookie-cutter homes here,” according to Gunter, who explains that luxury buyers love a home aesthetic that reminds them they are in Mexico, such as viga beams, tejamanil ceilings, and stone floors.
“Since the 1930s, the town has attracted artists from around the world, and there are many art galleries scattered throughout the town,” says Ramírez. It is easy to spend a whole day exploring the many art exhibits, from modern art to idigenous folk art.
There is plenty of room for creativity when living in such a vibrant city that appreciates art in its many forms. “I’ve seen grand old hacienda-style homes — all centered around a lush courtyard — that were adapted as boutique hotels, luxurious townhomes
“Mexico’s coastal resort towns can only comfortably host parttime residents five months a year,” says broker Gunter. “The humidity is too brutal the rest of the year. Because of that, they’re unable to support a year-round sense of community like here in San Miguel de Allende.”
This traditional city embraces its history but has not shied away from modernity or its own unique style. “Many homes in historic Centro, all of them remodeled properties that have the old-world reminiscence, have been restored to have all the conveniences of modern life,” says Ramírez. 35
Proposition 19 expands existing law allowing the transfer of existing property tax basis to a new property. Eligible property owners may transfer their tax basis anywhere in the state of California and to a property of of higher value. It also increases the number of times the tax basis can be transferred to up to 3 times. Please consult with your qualified tax professional regarding the financial impact in your specific circumstances, if you have questions on how this proposition impacts the current market, we are here to serve. Contact your Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Drysdale Properties agent today to discuss whether now is a good time to buy or sell your home.
