BRANDIJones
homebody Reflection of the Properties that Make Santa Cruz LIFESTYLE Great!
Featured Properties THE DARE!
DOME Style
Market Report Sept/Oct
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Dear Reader, I have blossomed in to top agent who specializes in MY CLIENTS needs whether it is a short sale, foreclosure, investment flip, 2nd home or a dream home. Your dream is my dream and I will help you establish a goal and pave the road for you to reach it! You will see my team’s customer care, marketing, and attention to detail is 2nd to none . I hope to supply you in this magazine fun architecture, market updates, cool events, news from the lending market, and feature a few of our favorite homes we are listing. I hope you enjoy!
Hello!......This is Brandi, and I am a Realtor at David Lyng Real Estate. I work hard and my hard work has brought you much success. I wanted a magazine to reflect my work and dedication to my clients PLUS show you some of the COOL things we see. Real Estate as an industry underplays our community lifestyle, natural beauty, and architectural and artistic nuances of the great homes and neighborhoods. Real Estate ads and information can be soooo boring, I want to bring these highlights to life. I am here to share with you some the dynamic nuances' that make real estate in the Santa Cruz Area magical. I come from the Central Valley, Visalia then to Nevada City and now here in Santa Cruz.
Sincerely,
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` Downtown Condo Chic Feel like cocktails at Oswald’s, healthy shopping at New Leaf, or arting at MAH...this is your epicenter! As you drive up to the complex you experience a private underground garage and a security gate that secures the chic lifestyle that is Pacific Terrace. You realize that you are walking distance to downtown, restaurants, shopping, movies, and only a short ride to the Boardwalk, incredible beaches, and amazing surf! This comfortable two bedroom and two bath is turn-key and ready for you to make it your next home! It features large bedrooms with ample closet space and storage. Sunbathe out by the exclusive gated pool and jump in to cool yourself from the sun’s rays! In case of a chilly day you can snuggle up to a warm fire in the spacious living room. The space/patio opens up to a gorgeous green-belt that is thoroughly maintained by an attentive staff and offers tons of light. This is a ground floor unit and the property is in a centralized location with easy access to Highway 1 and 17. Why rent when you can own such a wonderful unit in one of 3 the most coveted complexes in the county?
Country Living in Aptos
At last, a country estate that does not take forever to get to! Imagine coming home after a bone crush-
tub to relax and have your day melt
ing day at work to your own private country
away.
estate up a country road looking at the ap-
tension releasing deep breath of fresh air
ple orchards and the rolling hills as you un-
you dry off and go meet with your sweetie
wind on your way home. As you slowly lose
in the kitchen where you crack open a
cell phone reception the calls and emails
bottle of wine and have a snack in the
can no longer chase you. Crawling in from
screened porch as the sun begins to set
the car you can go upstairs into the French
and dancing colors appear in the twilight
Farmhouse Styled master suite with spar-
sky.
kling chandelier, terracotta tile
If there are young children in
floors, and tranquil blue wood paneled
walls
and
get
When you have taken that final
your immediate or extended
into
family, do you have any idea
something more comfy. You go
how excited they would get if
down to the gym for a small
you made a big deal of having
workout before going to the riv-
their first pool party.
er rock lined hot 4
2.2 acres 3,000 sq. ft. of decking 3300 sq. ft. of living space
Towels, sunscreen, snacks, snorkel, goggles, inflatable shark, and double barrel super soaker all lined up on the redwood deck by the pool When the party begins you can sit back and watch the fun from the upper deck safe distance from the water cannons. When lunch is ready the kids can all spread out on the Trex decking off of the kitchen and dry off while you are just steps bringing out the PBJ sandwiches. It’s ok if the little guys sneak in trying to grab a cookie as the floors are terracotta tiles so they are easy to wipe up. The grown ups can relax in the covered porch or the bar area while listening to music from the surround sound system. After a 2 nd round of swimming and BBQ dinner the kids can go set up a tent on the side of the home by the veggie garden and fruit trees and have a camping slumber party. The party could start on the deck where you organize all while camping on your property. Armed with walkie talkies relax on the master balcony looking at the stars and sipping a robust glass of wine. Dear reader, memories like these last a life time.
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DOME Style How To Live An Alternative Lifestyle In a Cool Way If you are of the philosophy that seeks and alternative lifestyle and believes in the connection with nature while maintaining some level of modern components, here is your chance to snag a modern geodesic dome home. Live in your own energy efficient dome home with all the stylish modern home furnishings that your square home could fit. Illuminated with natural light creating an atmosphere of being close to nature in a comfortable as it is safe they architecturally designed to with stand many of mother nature’s temper tantrums. For example many disaster areas in Japan from the Tsunami are using domes as the new home of choice. The areas of Sweden and Norway you see domes as the norm. This dome in Santa Cruz looks like a featured story in Dwell Magazine that was tastefully decorated in the Manhattan designer, Philip Gorrivan style, This home truly reflects the owners’ love of nature and elegance. Once you enter through the front electric gate off of Empire Grade Rd, the road that leads you from Santa Cruz city in a few short moments, you will descend down a smooth paved road that slides you into the property’s recently sealed tar black driveway. There is ample room for parking. This 6
property shares a well and road maintenance agreement with 3 neighbors. Once inside the home the double paned windows bring the outdoors in with out the chill factor. Whether you are sitting in your office on a Skype conference call in your pjs at 5:00 am in the morning or cooking dinner for 8 in the kitchen you will see how well the temperature is naturally maintained from the dome style home. The weather in Bonny Doon promotes outdoor living at it’s finest. There is a bubbling hot tub under the stars and at the edge of the forest. A lazy hammock that swings in the breeze. Cement and stone paths that weave you through the enchanted forest and A custom built redwood pavilion mimicking a scene from a Frontgate Catalog give you ample ways to play in the moderate climate. Three bedrooms, including the master, make up the 2300 sq. ft. space. With large angles the beds, shelves, and dressers fit in each rooms with out having to be custom made. If you have older relatives who cannot do stairs you can accommodate them on one of the 2 bedrooms downstairs. This space makes for great kids rooms. The master suite and office are upstairs and open to the large pie shaped skylights, living room and dining room. In addition, over $100,000 upgrades will leave you stunned on how big and clean a dome can feel while having newer updates. There are many‌.
Other Great Domes Around the World ...
Go to www.4050sylvesterdrbonnydoon.com
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OTHER LISTINGS Click on the photo to go to the property
200 LUPINEVALLEY RD, APTOS $1,349,000 3BD/3BTH
517 LA HONDA DR, RIO DEL MAR
$699,000 3BD/2BTH
Pending
274 TREICHEL LN, WATSONVILLE $520,000 3BD/3BTH 11
OTHER LISTINGS Click on the photo to go to the property
Pending
3415 HARDIN WAY, SOQUEL. $525,000 3BD/2BTH
Pending
1959 ENCINA DR, SANTA CRUZ
147 RIVER LN, FELTON
$639,000 4BD/3BTH
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3BD/3BTH
THE DARE! It is Fall and change is in the air. The holiday season is about to begin and so do many of our higher stress levels. I can hear you now….what do you mean, I am already highly stressed….interest rates are on a roller coaster ride, my house hasn’t sold, my lender requires something from me daily, my job is asking for more time, my son will not behave at school, I haven’t spent time on me…..we all have something right now. Let’s move into the changing season with spirit lifting activities: A. Words from Iyanla VanZant: 1. Set your intentions each night when you go to bed. 2. Tune out distractions by trusting yourself and stay committed to your intentions. 3. Giver yourself 3 min of every hour, every day to breathe. Take the time for you before someone else takes your time. B. Words from Brene Brown: Traumatized by “what if’s”? Talking to yourself in worst case scenario language constantly? When this happens, remind yourself you are yourself for the loss or pain. No matter what you plan out you will never be prepared. Get back into your conscious brain and out of your fear brain by stating “I am vulnerable.” Then use the fear alarm to be thankful of the good things in your life. Studies show joyous people are grateful people and less likely to be run by their fear brains. And remember being a joyous person takes practice if you are used to being a “what if person.” C. Clean Out Your Closet: It is time to put the summer clothes away and bring out your cozy sweaters and boots. Putting away and organizing your closet renews your spirit and keeps one area of your life focused. Below are some fun ideas to create more closet space.
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