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March 28th, 2010
Cape Cod Style Homes in Newport Beach – The Castaways
Cape Code Style Homes in Newport Beach – The Castaways
The Castaways in Newport Beach is a guard gated community which is located in Newport Beach. The Castaways is located near the Dover Shores area of Newport Beach, and is bordered by Dover Drive. The Castaways has 119 homes, and they were originally built in 1997 and 1998 by Taylor Woodrow. There are five different models ranging in square footage from 3292 square feet to 4208. There are variations of each model as well. Four of the models have main floor bedrooms. Seven of the models have three car garages, and remaining six have two car garages. The architecture of these homes is Cape Cod. Surrounded by a walking trail, it is a beautiful to take a walk or run while taking in the incredible view of Newport Harbor.
The homes in the Castaways are located on the front row have spectacular Newport Harbor Views, and views of the Pacific Ocean. There is also the Castaway’s Park to enjoy the outdoors.
The residents of the Castaways in Newport Beach attend Mariner’s Elementary School which is a Blue Ribbon School. Mariner’s Elementary School is a sought after school. Middle School children attend Ensign Middle School and high school students attend Newport Harbor High School.
The homes in the Castaways are impeccably maintained with beautiful landscaping.
I remember looking at the models when they were built, and loved them. The prices did appreciate throughout the past ten years, and properties located on the front row had the highest value. Back in 2007, there were some sales above the $3 million mark. Currently there are three active listings ranging in price from $2,075,000 to $2,750,000.
The Castaways in Newport Beach is a highly sought after community.
If I can answer any questions about the Castaways in Newport Beach, please contact me.
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March 28th, 2010
Springtime in the Desert – Desert Horizons in Indian Wells
Springtime in the Desert – Desert Horizons in Indian Wells
Springtime in the desert is a very desirable time of year to visit the area. Indian Wells is located approximately 100 miles from the Newport Beach area. The Coachella Valley is a very beautiful area, with stunning mountains, clear blue skies, and it is a golf destination area. There are many golf courses located in the Coachella Valley, and there are also many professional golf tournaments as well including the Bob Hope Classic, and the Frank Sinatra Golf Tournament.
Desert Horizons is a gated community in the Indian Wells area. During the springtime, the weather is pleasant, not too warm, flowers are blooming and many golfers are returning to take advantage of this beautiful area. In Desert Horizons, there are both single family homes, and attached condos.
The golf course at Desert Horizons is beautiful, and has many water features (hazards) through out the course. I enjoyed viewing the green grass, and the flowers.
There are many birds and ducks as well that reside in the area.
The spring time is an excellent time of year to visit the desert.
If I can answer any questions about Indian Wells or Desert Horizons, please contact me.
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March 26th, 2010
Welcome Home to Newport Shores in Newport Beach
Welcome Home to Newport Shores in Newport Beach
Welcome home to Newport Shores. Newport Shores is a beach style community located at the west end of Newport Beach. It is located across the street from Coast Highway and Orange Street in Newport Beach.
Newport Shores is walking distance to a very desirable beach in Newport Beach, and a very sought after surfing spot as well – the River Jetty. Located on Coast Highway just outside of the Newport Shores community is the Frog House which sells surf boards, wetsuits, gear, DVD’s, leashes and apparell. Many locals visit the Frog House. The Frog House has been in existence since 1962 and is owned by TK Brimer.
Newport Shores has approximately 440 homes located in the area. Most of the homes are single family, however there are some duplexes. Newport Shores also has a community clubhouse, pool, tennis court, sand volley ball court, basketball court and two play areas for children.
When you reside in Newport Shores, it is definitely the beach life style. You can easily ride your bike to the Newport Pier or the Huntington Beach Pier. Below are photos of the Newport Beach pier.
There are community activities throughout the year in Newport Shores including a Fourth of July parade, Memorial Day barbecue, swim team during the summer months, tennis tournaments, and of course the Newport Shores Holiday Home Tour. The pool is heated during the summer months, and there is also a Newport Shores Swim Team. The heated pool in Newport Shores also does have a lifeguard on duty during the summer months.
Newport Shores is surrounded by the Canal which is fed the tide. The water level rises along with the tide. Occasionally, there is some unusual wildlife, and there was recently a ray swimming in the Canal as well. Other wildlife includes possums, raccoons, coyotes, and a swan which comes about once a year. There were previously geese, but now they are all gone.
Newport Shores is a very friendly community and the children who reside in this community attend one of the only schools on the beach in the country – Newport Elementary School. Known as the “best on the beach”, their playground is literally – the beach. Many of the children ride their bikes to school, and it is a beautiful way to begin your day riding along the boardwalk and taking in the beautiful ocean.
If I can answer any questions about Newport Shores, please contact me.
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March 22nd, 2010
Victoria Beach in Laguna Beach
Victoria Beach in Laguna Beach
Victoria Beach is located off Victoria Street off Coast Highway in South Laguna Beach. It is a beautiful beach and private location which and a great place to explore, swim, and skim board.
Victoria Beach does have public access off Victoria, and it is a fairly easy walk down the stairs, definitely not as steep as 1000 Steps Beach in Laguna Beach. Victoria Beach does have very nice sandy beaches, and there is an on shore break, and rip tides do come up occasionally. It can be treacherous if there is larger surf or high tide. It is always recommended to swim near a lifeguard.
Victoria Beach does not have facilities on the beach. Victoria Beach is a marine protected area.
It is a pretty interesting beach however, because if you hike across the rocks, there is an old light tower, and a pool which was constructed some time ago. The pool fills with the ocean when the tide is high.
The Light House on Victoria Beach is pretty interesting to see and definitely to photograph. It was pretty overcast yesterday as you can tell by the photos.
Victoria Beach offers tide pools to explore and discover sea creatures.
It is a beautiful beach, and does have homes located in the area. There is also a private gated area called Lagunita and the residents of Lagunita utilize this beach as well. There is no private parking, so if you are intending to visit Victoria Beach, then it would be best to get there early so you can secure parking.
If I can answer any questions about Victoria Beach, or Laguna Beach homes for sale, please contact me.
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March 7th, 2010
San Onofre State Beach
San Onofre State Beach
San Onofre is located off the 5 Freeway, south of San Clemente. There is theSan Onofre State Park which has day use parking and camping along the old highway 101. San Onofre is where the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS) is located. SONGS provides 20% of the power to more than 15 million people in Southern California.
San Onofre is also home to Trestles which consists of several beaches and world class surfing spots. Trestles attracts a large crowd on a regular basis because it is considered to be a quality and consistent wave area. If you are visiting Trestles, you can expect to see a fair amount of surfers even during the week when there is a Southwest swell.
San Onofre is a beautiful area where you can enjoy camping or day use by attending the beach. Getting to the beach requires hiking down one of many trails that are available. If you want to spend the day at the beach, this is a desirable area. Whether you are surfing, a surfing spectator, photographer, or just want to lay and enjoy the California sunshine, San Onofre is a desirable place to visit.
If I can answer any questions about the San Onofre area, please contact me.
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February 27th, 2010
Pelicans in Newport Beach
Pelicans in Newport Beach
I bet you thought by the title of this post, I would be writing about a neighborhood in Newport Beach. Actually, there are several neighborhoods in Newport Coast that utilize the word Pelican – Pelican Hill and Pelican Crest.
Today, I was on the Newport Beach Pier in Newport Beach. The Tsunami Advisory was issued in Newport Beach today, and we walked to the end of the pier. Sitting atop one of the structures were several Pelicans. And they were incredibly tame. In fact, it almost appeared as though they were posing for the camera.
Historically, there are a number of anglers on the pier, so I am sure that why they are so docile – hoping for some fish.
These two below look like buddies!
They were stretching and it looked as though they were yawning!
They were relaxed as they were resting.
This last one is my favorite, he is really looking down his beak at me! But didn’t even flinch or mind the photos!
If I can answer any questions about the Newport Beach area, or Newport Beach Real Estate, please contact me.
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February 26th, 2010
Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Tryouts – Last Try Out Date This Weekend
Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Tryouts – Last Try Out Date This Weekend
February 28, 2010
9am to 12pm
The Newport Beach Junior Lifeguards final try out date will be held this weekend at Newport Harbor High School in Newport Beach, California. This is the final try out date for the 2010 Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard program which begins this summer.
For the swim try outs, the child must be 9 years old by June 28, 2010 (per the Newport Beach Lifeguards). You must present valid identification (for example a birth certificate or passport). Also, you must provide valid proof of Newport Beach residency (for example – driver’s license, car registration, utility bill, or car registration). Three different items for proof of residence are required.
Each group is categorized A, B, C, D by their age. The swim consists of two complete laps (four lengths in a pool) and they must be completed in the following times. The following are the required swim times for each individual age group:
”A” (14-15 year olds): 1:35 (one minute, 35 seconds)
“B” (12-13 year olds): 1:40 (one minute, 40 seconds)
“C” (10-11 year olds): 1:45 (one minute, 45 seconds)
“D” ( 9 year olds): 1:55 (one minute, 55 seconds)
If your child is interested in the Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard program, take them to the final try out date which is Sunday, February 28, 2010 from 9am to 12pm.
Good luck with the swim test!
February 25th, 2010
Cameo Highlands in Corona del Mar
Cameo Highlands in Corona del Mar
Cameo Highlands is located in Corona del Mar right across Coast Highway from Cameo Shores. The residents of Cameo Highlands enjoy the private beaches in Cameo Shores as well as Roxbury Park.
Cameo Highlands in Corona del Mar originally has ten floor plans that were built in this area. The streets in this area include Cameo Highlands Drive, Cortland, Dorchester, Garrett, Rockford, Surrey, and Wayne. The homes in this area, much like Cameo Shores are all single story and some of the homes have panoramic ocean views. The elementary school for this area is Harbor View Elementary. This is a very popular family neighborhood.
Many of the homes in the Cameo Highlands area have been remodeled or completely rebuilt. The photo above shows a more contempory style
The photos below show homes that have been remodelled in Cameo Highlands in Corona del Mar.
Cameo Highlands is a highly sought after community. Currently, there is one active listing in Cameo Highlands:
4518 Wayne Road, Corona del Mar – Priced at $1,815,000
There is one pending listing:
4833 Dorchester Road – Priced at $1,995,000
The most recent sold was in October, 2009
4600 Wayne Road, Corona del Mar – Sold for $1,280,000
This property was an REO and was priced very competitively.
If I can answer any questions about homes for sale in Corona del Mar, Cameo Highlands, or Cameo Shores in Corona del Mar, please contact me.
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February 25th, 2010
Cameo Shores Homes for Sale – Corona del Mar
Cameo Shores Homes for Sale – Corona del Mar
Cameo Shores is located in Corona del Mar, and is located on the ocean side of Coast Highway. Cameo Shores has approximately 170 home sites. The entrance to the terraced community has recently been redone, as well as the entry to Cameo Highlands which is right across the street. The homes in Cameo Shores are all terraced to maximize the view overlooking the Pacific Ocean. There are height restrictions in Cameo Shores and Cameo Highlands so that the home owner’s can maintain their panoramic ocean views.
There are three beaches that have private gated entries for the exclusive use of the residents and home owners of Cameo Shores.
Currently, there are seven active listings in Cameo Shores:
4606 Roxbury Road, Corona del Mar – Priced at $2,675,000
4507 Orrington Road, Corona del Mar – Priced at $3,499,000
4533 Orrington Road, Corona del Mar – Priced at $3,650,000
4507 Gorham Drive, Corona del Mar – Priced at $4,200,000
4545 Gorham Drive, Corona del Mar – Priced at $4,295,000
4639 Brighton Road, Corona del Mar - Priced at $11,500,000
The most recent sale in Cameo Shores was in September, 2009. The property is located at 4607 Perham, and sold for $3,100,000.
If I can answer any questions about Cameo Shores in Newport Beach, please contact me.
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February 21st, 2010
Winter in Newport Beach
Winter in Newport Beach
Yesterday was a beautiful day in Newport Beach. It rained on Friday, and it always looks so clear after the rain. Driving down Superior Boulevard in Newport Beach is something I always enjoy as the view of the ocean is beautiful. The sun was shimmering off the ocean, and there was a good view of Catalina Island as well. Also, there were some sail boats in the distance enjoying the weather.
At the end of the day yesterday, there was a beautiful sunset down by the Newport Pier. Another beautiful day in Newport Beach.
If I can answer any questions about Newport Beach real estate, please contact me.
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