Welcome Home to Cedar Gables Cedar Gables Mansion is a perfect family home. Originally built as a single family home it has gone through many uses, but has maintained most of its original character. The 9 beautiful bedrooms, all with their own bathrooms would allow friends and family to easily come visit. The Culinary Showcase Kitchen and the outdoor kitchen make the professional chefs that have hosted cooking classes here, ecstatic. The formal dining room with its crystal chandeliers seats up to 18, making you the perfect host. The small intimate Tavern, with its low ceilings and paneled walls is called the Man Cave by most. The wine cellar in the basement can hold up to 1200 bottles. The old growth redwood paneling that surrounds the interior brings that Warm lustrous quality to music and voice. And with 3 secret staircases and lots of secret places, the Mansion is a perfect place for hide and go seek. You find yourself wrapped in comfortable luxury . MLS#21116886
Offered at $3,750,000
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FEATURED ON THE COVER ~ Panoramic vineyard views surround this secluded 5.25 ± acre valley floor property outside St. Helena. This 3bed/3.5bath farmhouse features spacious floor plan, downstairs master suite, large & bright office/den/art studio w/ breezeway to adjoining 2bed/2bath guesthouse, totaling 5200± SqFt, all nestled into a canopy of heritage oaks & exquisite gardens at the end of a gated private lane. The perfect setting for indoor/outdoor Napa Valley lifestyle, minutes to wineries & restaurants. MLS 21401630
Offered at $3,950,000
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8483 Paradise Lagoon Drive
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he Lake House, ample room for the whole gang. Holidays will be crazy, everyone will be up for the 4th, for sure, summers are the most fun but I love the silver winter water, the volcano view, Mt. Konocti, filtered by a quiet fog, fishermen sliding silently by, Duck and Grebe swimming side by side, eerily calm, waiting for the next rain....Some homes are just houses, and some are not..... Beautiful Lakefront property. 4,434 +/- Square Feet of living space, 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath, family room and office, 3 car garage, private pier, covered electric boat lift, gated community.
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aradise Cove home with personal boat slip in community marina (1 block away) for lake access. 2793 +/- Square Feet, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths. Private swimming pool, 3 car garage, spacious open floor plan, pellet stove, quiet street in gated lakefront development. Community beach park for picnicking, lighted tennis court, boat launch. Private secure community just 2 hrs from San Francisco and 2 hrs from Sacramento. Come on up to the lake life and make this your getaway. MLS #21323405
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Offered at $599,000
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59.7± ACRE ESTATE PROPERTY Located Calistoga and Knights Valley, adjacent to Blossom Creek Winery and Turnbull. 4100sq. ft main residence, 900 sq.ft. guest house currently utilized as an office. Approx 16.7 acres of vineyard on a long term lease expiring in 2025. An additional 8± acres of vineyard - 4 acres of hillside Cabernet and 4± acres of Petite Sirah. Additional plantable acreage and potential for Winery/Caves. A rare opportunity. $6,950,000
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1473 C Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, CA 94515 707-942-9422
BELLA VISTA VINEYARDS An incredible opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind Estate property situated on over 200 acres in Napa and Sonoma County. The custom built Mediterranean Style residence was designed by Adrian Martinez AIA and there are three additional buildable parcels included in this sale and each one provides panoramic views. Approx. 37 acres of premium vineyard, winery and cave potential. Vineyard and house can be purchased separately. Call for Details $12,800,000
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UNIQUE POTENTIAL! This property currently permitted for 3 Bed and Breakfast units. Plenty of room to develop a separate owners quarters and 3 lovely guest units. Once an old Roadhouse. Great setting, beautiful views, but requires some imagination. Fabulous views of Mt. St. Helena and neighboring vineyards. $890,000
GREAT FIND On the Old Lawley Toll Rd. Main residence features a bright and cheery great room w/ vaulted ceiling, fireplace, travertine marble floors and a newly remodeled kitchen with dramatic views of the Palisades and hillside vineyards. Charming 2 bedroom guest house with a great built-in tenant. Situated on 5 acres w/ garden area, rock walls, and plenty of room for a hobby vineyard. Lots of privacy between the main house and the guest house. Reduced to $899,000
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1473 C Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, CA 94515 707-942-9422
GREAT BUILDING SITE inside the City limits this 2.03 acre building site on the western side of the Valley has partial views of Mt. St. Helena and the Palisades. Paved road is in and shared well for landscaping. Need to develop a septic and hook to City water. Close to Calistoga’s restaurants and spas. $549,000
ZONED FOR UNITS This 9148 square foot lot currently has a small home built on a bet that a house could be constructed without nails, but there is room for more. This little bungalow is a piece of Calistoga history, but the value is in the large parcel and great location. $419,000
WISTERIA GARDEN COTTAGES This vintage inn has 2 legal units behind the main house. Main house has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, wood floors, beautiful old wainscoting in the living area, great location and a large lot. Good potential. $775,000
OLD LAWLEY TOLL ROAD Great building site on this 2.45 acre parcel located just minutes from downtown Calistoga. House is most likely a tear down, and well and septic need developing, but great potential for views of the Palisades and vineyard from this lovely parcel. $475,000
ESTATES • VINEYARDS • VACATION HOMES • LAND RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERICAL Sharon Carone, Broker • Darlene Brissard, Realtor • Brian Durnian, Broker April 2014 — 13
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CALISTOGA COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT SITE Located within the downtown business hub and in close proximity to the Calistoga Depot. This parcel is 1.14 acre with 2 metal warehouse/storage buildings with water and sewer. Zoning is Community Commercial Design District Overlay. Offered at $1,345,000
THIS IS A BEAUTY! In Chateau Calistoga 55+ community. This 2006 Silvercrest manufactured home is gorgeous! It is a spacious 1900 S/F ± with 3BD, office/study, 2BA, offering wood flooring, fireplace, master bath jacuzzi tub, crown moldings, and the highlight is the huge gourmet kitchen with center island and lots of cabinetry. Included is a Tuffshed workshop. Offered at $199,500
ONE OF THE NICEST STREETS IN CALISTOGA! Beautiful oak studded 1/3+ acre estate lot (16,000+ SF) with privacy and views in a quiet cul-de-sac. There is a water well in addition to city water. Maggie Avenue is a no traffic residential street! ONE OF A KIND LOT IN CALISTOGA! Offered at $505,000
NEWER CALISTOGA TOWNHOME DUET Enjoy the peace, tranquility, and serene setting of these two units, located in town with a countryside setting. Masterfully crafted to every detail. Each unit offers a great sunroom for all year use. Special features are: pine and slate flooring, vaulted ceilings, custom detail woodwork throughout, Jenn-Aire stainless appliances, loft shelving, and more! Each is 2BD/2BA QUALITY CUSTOM CONSTRUCTION. Offered at $895,000
CALISTOGA EMERALD DRIVE LOT This available lot is the largest in the Centre Court seventeen lot development, which is a gated private street with newer custom homes. All utilities to the curb. Buy now to build your dream home!
AFFORDABLE LIVING IN THE NAPA VALLEY! In Chateau Calistoga, a prime 55+ community. This well maintained home is a spacious 1600 S/F± with 3BD, 2 BA, family room and sunroom, front and rear porches. It has newer interior and exterior paint, featuring a beautiful myrtlewood kitchen floor. Newer double pane windows, roof, HVAC, and water heater. GREAT CONDITION! Offered at $69,000
Offered at $397,000
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REX on Deck! REX would share in the appreciation Ever wondered if you could (or depreciation), and that’s how purchase a home with as little the “loan” gets paid back. The 10% down, and still get a loan buyer who chooses to use REX above the conforming limit? If agrees to forego a certain you have, then I’m pleased to percentage of the future introduce you to REX. increased value for the Who/what is REX? I’m present ability to acquire happy to share the answer. the home itself. This is REX is an exclusive RPM an example of the down program for down payment payment reduction benefit funding. REX is not a loan of REX, but there are three --- there are no payments other applications of this or interest charged, instead, program that can also be REX is an equity investment. quite powerful, as we shall Though this concept is likely see next: to be foreign, its application is nothing short of pragmatic, REX increases buying power: and the very reason RPM is If your total cash available for a pleased to introduce this program down payment is $180K on your is because we feel it will fill an own, with REX as your partner it Julie Ross, Loan Agent important niche in many areas becomes $360K. On your own, the RPM Mortgage where coming up with the down maximum purchase price would payment of a home can prove a challenge even be $900K, but with REX it becomes $1,440,000. for buyers with strong income and an extremely REX provides more qualifying income: Since creditworthy profile. REX can match your down payment, it can “OK,” you say, “this is starting to sound effectively lower the amount you may need to interesting.” “But can you tell me how REX borrow. This, in turn, can reduce the amount of works in a real-world example?” Using round income it may take to qualify for any given loan. numbers, let’s say a homebuyer wishes to REX can help homeowners refi: Those locked purchase a home worth $1,000,000. This buyer would traditionally need to come up with a into high interest rate loans that have been unable 20% down payment ($200,000) and would then to refinance due to high loan-to-value may now finance $800,000. We’ll assume this buyer can have an attractive alternative to bringing a lump qualify based on income and credit, but let’s also sum of cash to close. As you can see, REX is a powerful tool, of imply that the buyer can’t, or doesn’t want to, put $200K into the transaction. What now? REX which we’re proud to be an exclusive provider. would permit this buyer to put only $100K down REX is not intended to be short-term funding, so (10%), and REX would match the borrower’s if you’d like to figure out if it’s a good match for down payment by contributing the remaining your situation or plans, get in touch today and 10%. When this buyer eventually sells the home, I’ll be happy to provide all relevant detail.
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Gorgeous Browns Valley home in an enclave of custom homes. Wonderful floorplan perfect for entertaining with an open living and dining room. Family room opens ou to the amenity filled private backyard, with pool, hot tub, gazebo with outdoor fireplace, deck and amazing towering redwood trees. The spacious Master Suite features a beautifully remodeled bathroom with a soaking tub and a private deck. It’s all here.
So many opportunities with this potential vineyard winery estate home site. This is the first time this property has been offered for sale in many years, as it has been in the same family for generations. The house needs to be remodeled, the potential is limitless. Structures include a house, barn, stable and out buildings. There are existing horse facilities too. The location and setting make this a very special property. MLS# 21400131
Large parcel with a Craftsman home to remodel while you stay in the new Manufactured home. There’s a nice barn for storage and large yard for gardens. Great opportunity to live centrally located among other lovely older homes. Room for a pool or Bocce Ball court. Lots of fruit trees, raised garden beds and beautiful mature shade trees. MLS# 21310581
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Gorgeous Yountville Square home. Beautiful wood floors throughout and a fantastic chef’s kitchen that opens up to the family room. Private backyard and detached garage complement this polished Yountville gem. Located just blocks from all the great restaurants and shopping.
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Experience some of the most spectacular views to San Francisco from this one of kind Estate building site. Over 36 acres! Live in the existing 2BD/3BA Guest House as you design and build your dream home on the current building pad with engineered retaining walls. The infrastructure includes a private road, electricity, septic for a total of 6 bedrooms and 2 100gpm wells! Enjoy the Napa Valley lifestyle from high above, on this very private, very serene setting.
Fantastic new Vineyard Oaks development. 2 bedroom plus flex room, 3 bath, 2 story home is currently under construction. Approximately 1800+ sq ft, with many upgraded materials standard, including Electrolux stainless steel appliances. If you purchase quickly, there may be time to pick your finishes and colors, so don’t hesitate to be one of the lucky owners in this semi-custom project.
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Our company has assisted many clients who have had the responsibility of selling property for a loved one who can no longer handle their own affairs, or who have been the victim of a serious illness which has disabled them. We can help in many ways. If you are a Trustee or a Guardian of ones affairs and need assistance with the sale of Real Estate, we would be happy to help you through what is sometimes a difficult time for both the person responsible for selling the property as well as the person who is being displaced. Three of our last four sales have been either an estate or a Trusteeship. We would be happy to provide references from our clients to show you that extraordinary effort is sometimes needed in this type sale. We have the experience and would be happy to talk to you about how we might make your experience worry free and successful. We have had many clients who are from out of state, with loved ones in the Valley, who will attest to our caring response when asked to help. One call will give you peace of mind. 707-257-0443
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Come live in a gated community for folks over 55. These 2 & 3 bedroom attached homes are in a quiet setting with beautiful water features throughout the complex. Call me for more information or to view what is currently available. Prices typically range from $350,000 to $400,000
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Chuck Sawday
Cell 707-738-6868 chuck.sawday@pacunion.com License # 00398221
scenic acres of luxury rural living. This property features a three-story main home (5771 square feet) with verandas and balcony, a stand-alone guest cottage (410 square feet), a detached home office/three car garage (1759 square feet) and a charming water tower that holds 3,000 gallons of water and provides plenty of storage. You’ll find the finest quality materials and appliances used throughout the property, with great care given to every detail. www.1122MonticelloRoad.com $3,975,000
Teresa Davis
Cell 707.738.5476 teresa.davis@pacunion.com www.TeresaDavis.com License #01278952
Golfer’s Paradise, incredible golf course views from this Enjoy views of the Napa Valley Hills from this Silverado Clubside single-story end unit, immaculate Silverado Grove condominium overlooking the 16th Fairway on the famous Silverado South Course. This singlestory condominium is elegant with country charm, light and bright with a spacious floor plan, cathedral ceilings and a wet bar, glazed pavers on floor and counters. Two private patios, one is covered. Located in gated community, two-car plus golf cart $1,035,000 garage. www.966AugustaCircle.com
private location! The master suite is on the main level with a separate sitting area, possible home office. Hardwood floors, a custom designed cabinet and fireplace enhance a living room with access to the wraparound deck. The kitchen features granite counters, oak cabinets, and stainless appliances. This is a zero-lotline property located in a gated community with pool. www.334AltaMesaCircle.com $995,000
two bedrooms, two baths, located near the main resort facility, convenient and private. Owners currently participate in the Silverado Resort Rental Program, excellent income. A transferable Silverado Country Club membership is available offering golf, tennis, spa services, swimming and more!
$465,000
Teresa Davis Cell 707.738.5476
teresa.davis@pacunion.com www.TeresaDavis.com 944 Main Street, Napa, CA 94559 License #01278952
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Find out what’s open on napavalleyregister.com’s real estate search engine. • Search open houses by location and price. • View open house listings for the entire weekend as early as Friday evening. • Get maps and directions to each property. • View past home sales information. 30 — Distinctive Properties
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Jocelyne Monello Exceptional 3 bed + study, 2.5 bath 2716± SqFt custom home on .36± acres. Extensively remodeled throughout with modern sophistication and classic elegance. Hickory wood floors; open flowing floor plan w/gourmet kitchen, great room, formal living/dining rooms with cathedral & turret ceilings; 2 patios, deck and in-ground pool/spa; wine room; private/tranquil surroundings. MLS 21402166
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GORGEOUS MODERN CRAFTSMAN . Single level 1788± SqFt 3 bed, 2 bath home built in 2007. Neutral earth tone palette, “French plaster” walls, high ceilings, recessed lighting, fireplace, Cherry cabinets, Hickory wood & tile floors. Open concept floor plan - perfect entertaining. Meticulously maintained. Landscaped front/back yards. A special retreat ~ minutes to downtown. MLS 21403914
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Purchase & Refinance Loans $500,000 - $4,000,000 2.625% Fixed First Five Years Can only increase a maximum 2% for next five years 4.625% Fixed for years 6-10 Average for 10 years is 3.625% Loan Interest APR Amount Rate
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Dotty Hopkins 707.815.7630
www.1064BellLane.com
4 flat acres. Room for horses or a gentleman’s vineyard. “Chef’s Delight” kitchen with top of the line appliances. Master suite with a bonus room has a spa-like bathroom. There are two guest suites with private entrances. Pool with spa, outdoor sports court and pool house with 1 bd/2 ba. Bonus 1bd/1ba guesthouse.
Mark Lesti
$3,290,000
1273 Sylvaner Avenue, St. Helena
ALL NEW, poolside-living, gorgeous home on St. Helena’s desirable west-side. This peaceful, single level, 4 bed/2 full bath home has undergone a complete, no expense spared remodel inside and out. Its inviting and open living areas are ready for you to move-in, relax around the pool or walk to the famous shops, wineries and restaurants. It’s a beauty inside and out.
707.320.8950 Dave Samson
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Breanna Lesti 707.225.1225
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Gorgeous Browns Valley home in the Foxridge subdivision. Soaring ceilings, large windows and dramatic architecture complete this lovely masterpiece. Generous amounts of hardwood floor. Upgraded kitchen with new double ovens, 5-burner gas range, granite countertops and much more. Lovely master suite with fireplace and extra large walk-in closet. Mature landscaping provides great privacy. Huge 3-car garage. An elegant home.
Mark Lesti
$948,900
www.721SeminaryStreet.com
Great Downtown Napa location! Gorgeous Queen Anne Victorian. Fully remodeled in 2009 including new roof, but retaining details of the Victorian period. Generous amounts of hardwood flooring. Open & light with 10’ ceilings. Large kitchen. Gas stove. Living, Dining & Family rooms. Wonderful sitting deck w/ privacy curtains. Master suite. Bonus level downstairs includes guest suite, artist retreat, wine storage area & 2 separated office/bonus rooms.
707.320.8950 Mark Lesti
$924,000
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Christine Lesti 707.320.8999
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Carl Mianecke 707.260.5952
www.12TamarackDrive.com
Silverado Country Club living at its best! Rarely available large & private condo in the coveted Silverado Oaks gated community. Conveniently close to the HOA putting green and swimming pool. Light & airy floor plan with many windows, sliding doors and skylights. Kitchen & baths have been nicely updated. All bedrooms are en suite with bathrooms. Private & quiet, yet close to all of the Silverado amenities! Garage houses two cars & a golf cart.
Mark Lesti
$799,000
2990 Redwood Road, Napa
Browns Valley private and serene creek side setting. Within City of Napa, while enjoying a country feel. Home is set on 1.7 level acres of natural beauty. Fronts a creek & includes a very clean move-in-ready home. Tentative map approved by City for dividing property into three ½ acre developable lots! Or just plant a vineyard!
707.320.8950 Mark Lesti
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400 Via Palo Linda, Green Valley
1076 Stonybrook Drive, Napa
Beautifully Remodeled Home in the Browns Valley neighborhood! This single-level Now is your chance to make this home on a large corner lot, in the desirable Estates, home has 4 bedroom, 2.5 baths. Gorgeous modern kitchen with newer appliances. Great yours! Green Valley Estates is often described as the hidden gem of the county. location near schools and shopping. A must see! Completely remodeled inside and out, new roof and landscaping, 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, open living. Peace and quiet is the order of the day with great schools, friendly, safe neighborhood and a short golf cart ride to Green Valley Country Club/Golf Course.
Mark Lesti
$709,000
707.320.8950 Dave Samson
$559,000
707-226-1823 1030 Third St., Napa www.WindermereNapa.com
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Dave Samson 707.342.0809
Bob Souza 707.363.6335
Bob Wallin 707.337.5279
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OAK KNOLL VINEYARD ESTATE Panoramic Mountain and Vineyard Views on 3+ Acres Located on the Valley Floor in the Oak Knoll District. Gorgeous Single Level Home Built with Entertaining in Mind. Seamless Flow between the Indoor and Outdoor Entertaining Areas. Great Room Style Living with Gourmet Kitchen that Opens to Spacious Family Room with Resort Size Fireplace and Outdoor Entertaining Areas Including a Pool, Spa, Putting Green, Covered Patio with Wood Burning Pizza Oven, Flat Screen TV and Outdoor Kitchen with Counter Seating! 2+ Acres of Premium Cabernet with Excellent Income. Watch Hot Air Balloons Fly by in the Morning and Blood Red Sunsets in the Evening. Minutes to Dining and Shopping. $3,995,000
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VINEYARD ESTATE ON 6.24 ACRES This Special Property Embodies the Napa Valley Lifestyle with a Single Level Mediterranean Style Home, Guest House, a 3.5 Acre Syrah Vineyard, Pool, Fruit Orchard & Vegetable Garden for Farm to Table Living. Located Down a Private Drive in a Serene CreekSide Setting Minutes to Shopping, Dining & Freeway Access. Bed & Breakfast License Available. $2,399,000
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Parking for the hotel would be provided by valet in a 266-space structure beneath the hotel. An automated parking system using a series of elevators and sliding shuttles will move cars in and out of storage. “It’s very efficient,” said Rogal. Surface parking for the Oxbow Market would remain located between the market and the hotel and on the existing surface lot south of First Street. The proposal also includes a large open space area where the north gardens are currently located, to be named Robert Mondavi Square. Open to the public, the space would be organized around the gardens, fruit and nut trees and extensive public seating. The square would contain two kiosks connected by a shade trellis on its First Street border. The kiosks would provide public restrooms and light snack and beverage service, said the application. A “circle” drive around the square would allow for passenger arrival and dropoff at the hotel and access to the former Copia building. The entrance to the hotel would face east toward Copia. The seasonal Farmers Market, now held in the parking lot east of Oxbow Public Market, would be relocated to an area at the east side of the Copia property. Rogal is collaborating with market organizers, he said. “We want to create a permanent home for them around the garden itself, rather than a parking lot,” he said. With additional use of a former fire truck access space, there is ample room for market vendors, he said. A new “garden pavilion cafe” would be located along the eastern edge of the project site. It would face the Napa River and be bordered by an olive grove to the north. The cafe would include an open-air, roofed structure with an outdoor kitchen and service area. A former asphalt circle created as a helicopter landing pad would become a “scenic public gathering space” called Oxbow Terrace. The hotel, which Rogal will develop, will be a “four-star-plus” property “built to a very high standard,” he said. “This is not a budget property,” he said. “It will be a very beautiful property with wonderful materials and with great public spaces all around it.” Room rates will range north of $300 per night, according to Rogal. The hotel could generate as much as $2 million a year in tax revenue, as well as jobs, he said. The hotel lobby will feature an “enormous greenhouse courtyard with terrace and river views,” and a public living room feel, he said. A pool is also indicated in architectural drawings. “I think we have a chance to make a beautiful special place here,” said Rogal. The hotel plans would impact the Oxbow Public Market by occupying much of the parking nearest the market. “It would certainly be a significant change from what currently exists,” said Steve Carlin, founder and CEO of Oxbow Public Market. “I haven’t had enough time to review their proposed plan but I’m quite certain there will be significant public discussion, and I’ll have plenty of future opportunities to express my opinion,” he said. The next steps for the project include receiving comments from city planning staff and a date with the Planning Commission in the coming months. “Hopefully within the year there will be a use permit issued,” said Rogal. The project is expected to cost between $50 million and $100 million, Rogal said. Construction is expected to take approximately 18 months.
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NEAR DOWNTOWN ST. HELENA Spacious home on a corner lot with a wrap-a-round Porch. 3 Bdrm/2.5 Baths. Formal Living room & dining room, master suite w/separate office. Elegant staircase. Great outdoor entertainment area. MLS# 21312858 $1,180,000
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GREAT NORTH NAPA LOCATION Neat as can be: just needs updating, 3 BD/2 BA, 2 car garage. Great background to enjoy the spring and summer evenings. $505,000
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Waterfront Living in the Napa Yacht Club One of the largest lots and floor plans in the Napa Yacht Club. 4bd, 2.5 bath, 3 car garage, dream kitchen, perfect for entertaining. Southern exposure, updated throughout, hardwood floors. Large back yard has mature landscaping, pool, spa, boat dock. Relax by the water, entertain, sip your morning coffee in luxury. Must See. To schedule an appointment to see this home, call or text Kelly today!
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Bodega Bay • Cloverdale • Healdsburg • Napa • Petaluma • Santa Rosa • Sebastopol • Sonoma • St. Helena Sally Weber / Home Lending Consultant 707-481-6221 sally.weber@citi.com NMLS#479237
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Davidson & Bennett Realtors 1817 Jefferson Street, Napa, California 94559
(707) 253-0220
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QUAINT & CHARMING OLD TOWN 2 Bedroom/1 Bath home with lots of character 2 blocks from Fuller Park. Very light and bright with lots of new dual pane windows, wood floors in dining & living rooms and new carpet in bedrooms and hall. MLS#21324816 $515,000
GREAT STARTER HOME! This 3 bedroom/2 bath home has a large lot, RV access, off street parking & approximately 1100 sq feet of living space, plus a workshop for all your handyman and craft things. Call today for a preview. MLS#21401870 Asking $359,500
Susie Ashlock
Carole Gruss
(707) 246-2278
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Debbie Ball-Lode (707) 396-1778
CREEK SETTING & A COUNTRY FEEL! 4 Bedrooms/3.5 baths on a lovely court location with a very special lot. Gourmet kitchen offers 6 burner Viking range, custom cabinets, trash compactor, breakfast bar, built-in refrigerator & Granite counters. Master bedroom with balcony overlooking backyard & creek. RV parking. MLS#21317043 $859,000
THE PERFECT PLACE! Nice 3 bedroom/2.5 bath house in pleasant neighborhood. Kitchen with tile counters & eating area. Living Rm has laminate flooring & fireplace with gas starter. Downstairs master suite bath has both tub & shower. Stairway has skylight. Office area at top of stairs has built-ins. Great attic access. Backyard has a Pergola for summer shade & a 2-level patio with rock walls. MLS#21404314 Offered at $535,000
Garrett Beem
Ray Beem
(707) 287-0755
STEELE CANYON OPPORTUNITY! 19+ Acres with beautiful views of the lake. The 4 bedroom/3 bath home with approximately 2900 sf is unfinished. Great opportunity to finish the house the way you want it. Very private setting & borders lakefront county-owned perimeter. MLS#21315568 $596,900
AMAZING HOME IN SONOMA! This 3 bedroom/2 bath home is located on a corner lot on a dead end street, perfect location & minutes from downtown! Complete with central heat, fireplace & a detached 2-car garage. This is priced to sell & will go fast. Contact us for more info! MLS# 21401947 $449,900
Dan Coker
(707) 337-6502
Nancy Pridmore (707) 328-2222
Lark Raymond
(707) 815-8501
Laura Freeman
(707) 328-9852
Stacie Patrick
(707) 738-5818
(707) 738-5807
Diane Hampton
(707) 322-6370
ENJOY THIS GREAT COUNTRY PROPERTY! Spacious 2 bedroom/2 bath home on approximately 23 acres. Features include 2 pastures, 10 stall barn 32’x62’, lovely kitchen with dining area & walk-in pantry, living room with a view, family room, laundry room, large Master Bedroom suite with jetted tub & a separate shower, office/den. Expansive grounds with above ground pool and covered patio. MLS#21403566 All this for $815,000
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Median home prices shot up 27.7 percent in 2013 SLOWER APPRECIATION EXPECTED THIS YEAR By Jennifer Huffman
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here’s good news for those homeowners who survived the recession and have spent the past several years hoping to see home values rise again.
Napa County home prices rebounded in 2013, increasing 27.7 percent from 2012 levels, according to Bay Area Real Estate Information Services. The median home price for a Napa County home rose to $454,500, compared to $355,750 in 2012. Homes sold faster as well. Homes spent an average of 89 days on the market in 2013, compared to 118 in 2012. With the foreclosure crisis winding down, the number of distressed property sales in 2013 declined to just 11.7 percent of the market, compared to 25.66 percent in 2012. “There are very few short sales” and bank-owned properties for sale now, said Randy Gularte of Heritage Sotheby’s International Realty. With those distressed properties removed from the market, “Now it’s a matter of a normal buyer/seller market,” he said. Unlike during the pre-recession era of 100 percent financing loans, Gularte said today’s buyer “has skin in the game.” “Qualified buyers are buying houses. I think it will help us solidify the market.” San Francisco broker Jeff Appenrodt of Laurel Realty, who recently hosted an open house for a home in the Napa Yacht Club, said he has many clients from San Francisco and the Bay Area who want to buy in Napa. The broker said buyers are drawn to any property close to city areas such as Napa or St. Helena, and with enough space for grapes, whether for aesthetic or business reasons. “I have a client in San Francisco who is buying all kinds of property in Napa,” he said. That client has purchased somewhere around $5 to $6 million of property in the past six months, both land and homes, he said. “That area is on the rise” and his clients are looking to buy, said Appenrodt. He held an open house for a residence on South Newport Drive that is listed for $715,000. “We’ve had it open for two Sundays now,” he said, but “no offers yet.” The home, while recently renovated, is not located on the water. “If it was on the water, we could sell it 10 times over,” he said. Realtor Bill Keller of Coldwell Banker Brokers of the Valley said January was a busy month for him. He attributes that to the warm and dry weather which encouraged people to be out home shopping. 40 — Distinctive Properties
And with interest rates staying low, “I see room for prices to increase in 2014,” said Keller. “Not quite a much as 2013, but maybe 10 to 12 percent this year.” Tristin Bruno, a Realtor with Real Property Advisors, recently hosted an open house for a home on Leann Court in west Napa priced at $595,000. More than 30 groups of potential buyers visited her open house , she said. The Leann Court home was listed in Febraury. She expects to sell it within the next week or two, said Bruno. At that price, she believes the home could be an option for a move-up buyer, something that was not as likely several years ago when many homeowners were underwater in their mortgage loans. Today’s homeowner is more likely to have regained equity. “They have enough equity to make a down payment on that next property,” she said. Richard Peterson of Pacific Union International, Inc. said he expects prices to appreciate about five percent in 2014. “All indications are that home prices will continue to rise although not as steeply as last year,” Peterson said. “Nice homes that are listed at a good price will continue to go fast.” “We are seeing fewer all cash offers,” he noted. “We’re seeing fewer investors buying up properties because they are getting priced out.” Lani Cooke of Heritage Sotheby’s International Realty recently hosted an open house on Tokay Drive. The four-bedroom home with three-car garage is priced at $735,000. “Four-bedroom houses are always a big hit and have a lot of demand,” she said. Her listing has only been on the market 15 days, “but we are getting good activity. I wouldn’t be surprised if it sells in the next week.” Homes that are priced well “are going quickly,” Cooke said, “certainly within 30 days. If they sit longer than that it’s usually because they are priced too high.” Cooke also said that the condo market has picked up. “The prices are surprising me,” she said. Cooke said she’s seen condos that were priced in the high $200,000 range in 2013 now selling in the mid-to-high $300,000 range. “There is nice, healthy appreciation in the condo market.”
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Beautiful, affordable in country setting with panoramic views! Light and bright. Open floor plan, side and rear decks and 2-car tandem garage. Master suite + 2 guest bedrooms with bath on main level. 4th Br, laundry and 2 additional rooms on lower level. MLS# 21403200 Offered at $295,000
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