Distinctive Properties - November 2018

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1289ThompsonAve.com Napa | $2,395,000

1914 Oak Circle Yountville | $1,749,000

1918OakCircle.com Yountville | $1,495,000

• Buildable parcel in Napa on 4.91± acres • Approx. 3.5± acres of newly planted Cab vineyard

• Custom renovation currently under construction • Completely reconfigured floorplan and designer finishes

• Desireable Oak Circle location • Beautifully updated and maintained

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4 Redwood Drive Yountville | $1,049,000

1913 Vintner Court Yountville | $939,000

460SilveradoTrail.com St. Helena | $769,000

• Beautifully remodeled Washington Park home • Hardwood floors, custom finishes, private backyard

• Great cul-de-sac location close to downtown Yountville • Updated appliances, newer paint, large private backyard

• Newly updated home perfect for Wine Country getaway • 100+ year old cave perfect to finish out into wine storage

LIVE NAPA VALLEY

COVER PROPERTY

ABOVE MEA DOW OOD R E SORT

860 MEADOWOOD LANE I ST. HELENA, CA 860MEADOWOOD.COM Integra�ng nature and structure, this modern estate is situated on an exclusive 40 acres within the entrance to Meadowood Resort. Accessible by a private drive servicing only 3 addi�onal 40+ acre estates above the resort, the property boasts panoramic vineyard views sweeping across the heart of the valley. Amongst the 5 landscaped acres designed by Roger Warner sits the modern 3 bedroom / 3.5 bath main residence, view pool, 2 bedroom / 1 bath second dwelling, tennis court and barn.

OFFERED AT $10,700,000 GAIL MORGAN LANE OWNER / MANAGING BROKER 707.291.0156 Gail@winestates.com Lic#01026604

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RAND NAPA VALLEY ESTATE

This palatial Mediterranean estate is sited on approx. 10 acres w/panoramic views overlooking Napa Valley. Grand scale rooms, 7 fireplaces, library, office, gym, wine cellar & splendid chefs kitchen. Resort-like grounds for an outdoor soiree, the grounds inspire the kind of serenity found in the world’s most secluded villas with immaculate lawns, gardens, orchards, 80’pool, stone terraced gardens, orchards, outdoor kitchen & guest casita. www.2900SpringMountain.com

$18,800,000

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DRASTIC GAME CHANGER!

USLYN VINEYARDS

The offering shall include 32+/- acres, approx. 6 acres of ultra premium Spring Mountain vineyard (double planted), estate building site, Juslyn wine brands and wine inventory. A lot line adjustment in progress. A rare opportunity to acquire the established, highly rated and award winning Juslyn Vineyards in Napa Valley. The owner has developed a reputation for ultra-premium quality wines and built a brand receiving 30 scores by Robert Parker, Wine Advocate in the 91-96 point wines over 16 years. A chance to jump into the Napa Valley wine industry at the top tier and produce world-class cult wines. Spring Mountain AVA’s unique soil and microclimate enables the production of wines with intense fruit varietal characteristics and complex mountain tannins that differentiate them from the wines of other appellations in the premium wine-producing world. Passing the torch! A legacy to be continued........

www.JuslynWine.com

$19,800,000

Yvonne Rich BRE01045780

(707)968-9888 yvonne@fabulousnapavalley.com

fabulousnapavalley.com

YVONNE RICH

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OPHISTICATED NAPA ESTATE

This unique European style estate was built w/ timeless architectural design, exceptional craftsmanship details & luxurious custom features throughout. Sited on 1+ acres, superb detalis at every turn - 25’ ceilings, marble/walnut floors, 4 fireplaces, library, master suite w/ sumptuous master bath, chef’s kitchen w/Wolf, Sub-Zero appliances & oversized 5 car garage. Serene backyard oasis surrounded by creek, fruit trees & flower/vegetable gardens.

This strikingly sophisticated estate is transformed into a glamorous designer showplace w/stimulating architectural details & towering ceilings adds an overwhelming sense of volume. Meticulously crafted moldings, tile floors, 3 grand fireplaces & a tremendous epicurean kitchen great room leads to a covered patio & outdoor dining pavilion. Artfully designed pool/spa surrounded by floral gardens & vegetable beds/gardens allow farm to table living.

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APA VALLEY EPICUREAN ESTATE

Secluded modern farmhouse at the end of a country lane w/an exceptionally dramatic setting, this renovated home features clean simple lines, sophisticated amenities & natural light filled rooms throughout. Sited on nearly 2 acres, beautiful wood floors, modern country kitchen, bonus/media room, office/den, completely updated bathrooms & spacious wrap-around deck w/panoramic views harmonizes indoor & outdoor living. A wonderful place to call home.

Epicurean dream estate on nearly 4 acres w/magnificent views, serenity & privacy -yet only minutes to downtown St. Helena. This home is completely remodeled w/modern amenities - banks of glass walls & doors provide transparent division between indoor & outdoor spaces, high vaulted wood beam ceilings, audio system throughout, a splendid chef’s professional kitchen & a wine cellar.

This secluded estate is the entertainer’s dream destination.

www.540Edgemont.com

www.1325Crestmont.com

$1,895,000

$1,750,000

Yvonne Rich BRE01045780

(707)968-9888 yvonne@fabulousnapavalley.com

fabulousnapavalley.com

YVONNE RICH

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RENCH COUNTRY FARMHOUSE

Extremely charming French country escape nestled on 2 acres of a bucolic river setting surrounded by exquisite gardens, garden paths, boutique vineyard, and enjoys total privacy & unusual solitude. Graceful architectural curves & exceptional design elements abound in this remodeled and expanded residence. This European-inspired home offers the feel of true country living while being less than 5 minutes from downtown St. Helena and a short distance to Meadowood Resort. $1,795,000 www.1811Silverado.com

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Opportunity knocks! Prime commercial property in the heart of downtown St. Helena. The central business district (CB) designation provides for retail, personal service uses, offices, etc.‌. Please visit cityofsthelena.org to review the zoning ordinance for the intended use. The existing single-story shed is approx. 2,500+ sq. ft. sited on approx. 5,000 sq. ft parcel and 6+/- parking spaces behind the building. Please contact Yvonne Rich for details.

Fabulous custom remodeled mobile home in desirable Bella Vista Park in Yountville - near world class restaurants, shopping & other recreational facilities. This home features large floor to ceiling windows, formal dining w/built-in hutch, skylights & spacious master suite w/ample closet spaces. A large enclosed yard, seasonal flowers, vegetable beds & plenty of outdoor space to enjoy. All the features of a custom home at an affordable price.

www.1229Adams.com

www.173Riesling.com

$1,200,000

$295,000

Yvonne Rich BRE01045780

(707)968-9888 yvonne@fabulousnapavalley.com

fabulousnapavalley.com

YVONNE RICH

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83+/- acre property in two parcels within Lake County’s Red Hills AVA. Approx.

50-100+ acres that have been identified as potential vineyard land, 7 acre certified organic walnut orchard and fenced pastures for livestock or horses. Two very comfortable homes, barn, 2 ponds and a well which tested at 110gpm and water rights to an artesian spring with add’l water/recreational rights to neighboring lake. Subdivision potential.

Ideal family compound. Great corporate retreat. $

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evel 12.25 acre parcel with 5.5 acres of Petite Syrah and Sauvignon Blanc planted in 2009 and 1.5 acres Petite Syrah planted in 2011. Well, 5000 gallon storage tank, plus City of Calistoga water for future residence or winery. Close to downtown. $

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ith this spacious 1 bedroom home just above the Silverado Trail. Private drive surrounded by larger estate type homes, this 1494 sq. ft. home has a large living room, updated kitchen, 2 car garage on 1/3 of an acre with views towards the western hills. Add on, or start fresh. Just minutes to downtown St. Helena. $

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reat one acre country parcel on Scott Way. Comfortable 2 bedroom home, plus a den, remodeled kitchen with granite counter tops and tile backsplash, 2 car attached garage plus an additional garage/workshop perfect for the car collector.

This parcel is all level with plenty of fruit and walnut trees, an outdoor kitchen for entertaining and plenty of room for a pool or plant some vines

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nd inviting covered deck pavilion encourage outdoor living almost all year long. Spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on one of Calistoga’s most desirable streets, just blocks from downtown.

Formal living room and dining room, comfortable family room w/ fireplace, updated kitchen, wine cellar and lovingly landscaped front and rear yards w/ Grapes and fruit trees. Perfect for outdoor entertaining.

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ith the surrounding palms and shaded front porch, you will quickly find yourself taking in this Valley’s natural beauty and all the wonderful amenities this home has to offer. Hardwood floors throughout the kitchen and dining room sets you up with a great open layout on 1,440 sq. ft. Close to downtown and world renowned resorts and restaurants.

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eautiful 7.66 acre parcel located in the Carneros District. Oak Trees adorn the front of the property and most of the acreage is flat and usable. Ideal Estate building site with plenty of room for vineyards or horses. Small pond on property. Property backs up to the Carneros Inn.

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Beautiful Craftsman style home

ust blocks from downtown Healdsburg, this captivating open layout is perfect for entertaining. Go green on your utility bill with Solar included, allowing great use of the Smart home thermostat system. With new paint and carpet throughout, granite countertops, and picturesque view of the outside landscape, this home is in pristine condition and ready for all buyers.

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Family room, fireplace, newer metal roof, most windows replaced, newer heating and air, just needs some updating inside. Raised beds, fruit trees, and landscaping all watered from well and 1200 gallon storage tank. Mountain views. $

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reat 2+ acre building site on the western side of Calistoga with some partial views of Mt. St. Helena and the Palisades. Located off of Foothill Blvd via a private driveway. Paved road is in, shared water for landscaping is in. Need to develop septic and hook to City Water. Seller has soil/engineering reports as well.

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ro n e s a re e ve r y where. More and m o r e U AV ’s , o r Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, are helping realtors and perspective buyers to see estates and homes from dazzling heights not previously available. Drones for realtors and project managers are more and more common in the toolbox for the sales and marketing of a project. However, these so-called high views are not the real way people view site or building. Yes, the AUV provides unique visual assistance in communicating an idea, but they are not how we really see the structure or space.

And Google earth just doesn’t cut it. The drones may be good for sales of an existing property, but what about assisting in the initial design and visualization of the project?

Drones can provide significant assistance in the pre-construction phases for the design and client communication processes by showing the architect and design team that there are views and aspects of the site not traditionally visualized.

Drones are already taking their place as part of the architect’s Construction Observation Services for recording portions of the structure’s construction process unavailable to the bootson-the-ground field managers.

But using drones as part of the initial design process is new.

For example, prior to the start of a design of a custom home or multifamily project, the architect may send up an

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AUV drone to the various heights or potential floor elevations that the future owners might encounter. The drone AUV may take a 360° sweep in photo images up to the highest part of the site. By studying these images, the team may see view opportunities or undesirable vistas that would be missed in the conventional design process. This would be perfect for steep hillside or inaccessible goat-only property.

Here’s an additional advantage. What you see from these levels may also tell the team what neighbors will see. This can be very useful for the design approval processing where questions of privacy or visual impact

become issues. It like a mirror with two faces.

An important question for the team is whether the AUV is a commercially operating vehicle, thus falling under FAA, part 107 regulations. The use of small unmanned aircraft may be considered a commercial operation. A commercial AUV operator must pass a two-step testing process and pay $150 for a Remote Pilot Certification test. Sometimes hiring out to a professional operator is the best way to get one’s feet wet in the process. Don’t go out and buy a commercial drone and struggle to achieve a license until you know how to keep from crashing.

While drone imagery has captured the real estate industry attention and construction process, it hasn’t taken root in the pre-construction design process for architects and developers. It’s not as exciting as 3-D modeling, now common in the architect’s tool belt. While 3-D fly-through imagery is becoming the new darling of the design process, drone UAV image assistance in the initial design process will be the next frontier.

Chris d Craiker AIA is an architect in Napa with the firm Craiker Associates, Architects and Planners Inc., and a chef with backaches who hates cleaning gutters.

(707) 942-6225

Marilyn McCoul, Broker vino4x4@aol.com

Napa Residential Investment Income

This property offers eight units in four buildings, comprised of a 3BD/2BA detached house, a 2BD/1BA detached cottage, a duplex and a fourplex (each unit is 2BD/1BA). In addition, there are garages and carports. The complex is located in a very desirable residential neighborhood , close to good shopping. This property has a proven track record and strong in place occupancy. 100% occupancy stable cash flow with opportunity to increase rents.

Great investment in Napa!

Offered at $2,200,000 Wine Country Specialists for Over 50 Years 1705 Washington Street, Suite J, Calistoga, CA • CalBRE #00232437 • Fax: 707-942-6332

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3D printing is reimagining the way we live today ‌When additive manufacturing technology—better known as 3D printing—was first invented more than 30 years ago it was intended to make the product design and manufacturing process more efficient. At that time, 3D printing was used primarily as a way to create prototypes to validate and perfect product design, but the inventor, Chuck Hull, had no idea how it would change the way we live.

Today, 3D printing has evolved beyond product prototypes only used by industrial designers and engineers. Manufacturers all over the world now rely on additive manufacturing to produce final parts and products that are purchased and experienced by mainstream consumers across the marketplace. This includes parts in automobiles and appliances, medical and dental implants, custom prosthetic limbs and food, and has also become an important component in interior design, reinventing what you think is possible.

THE 3D PRINTED FUTURE‌ When Kallista, a division of Kohler, sought to execute its new Grid Sink Faucet design, the company quickly realized the idea could not be executed via traditional manufacturing methods. Rather than sacrifice the design, the team turned to 3D printing. Working with 3rd Dimension—an additive manufacturing services provider— Kallista employed a layer-by-layer 18 — Distinctive Properties

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production approach on 3D Systems 3D printing technology to manufacture the faucet to the exacting specifications of the designer. The resulting faucet is significantly stronger and more durable than if it had been produced using traditional manufacturing methods. By carrying through the designer’s vision, Kallista created a faucet that shifted away from excessive decoration and materials to instead expose a design that boasts the clean, understated lines of minimalist form.

The result was a faucet that delivers on its design without compromising functionality.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS OF 3D PRINTING‌ While 3D printing solutions are inspiring designers everywhere, giving them the opportunity to expand their creativity,

3D printing also offers several other benefits to companies and consumers, including: * A single source of efficiency and strength. “Some assembly required” is a catchphrase synonymous with traditional manufacturing and it is that assembly that also exposes the end product to errors in the pieces, poor construction and added time to fabricate the object. However, because 3D printed objects are made in one solid piece, they solve many of these issues. They are structurally stronger, free of connection weaknesses and expertly assembled to specifications. * Environmental consciousness. While traditional manufacturing takes raw materials and trims them down to the finished product, 3D printing builds the desired piece by adding material as the process goes along. This means it essentially utilizes only

the amount of material necessary to create the object. The result is less waste and a reduced environmental impact. * Faster results, favorable returns. The 3D printing process offers a new level of accuracy and rapid part production with the ability to reduce—and in many cases, eliminate—material waste, which also favorably impacts a project’s overall bottom line.

REIMAGINING WHAT’S POSSIBLE‌ Since its creation, the Kallista Grid Faucet has been nominated for and won seven awards, including “Best In Show” at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show in 2018. It is proof that the technology of 3D printing is reimagining the rules for manufacturing and design. As 3D printing continues to evolve, it will push the boundaries in product design and production. 3D printing is transforming manufacturing and the doors to what is possible are suddenly wide open.

To learn more, visit www. kallista.com.

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HOW TO KEEP PESTS

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Animals don’t have the luxury of extra heating and take whatever refuge they can find, making chimneys a convenient place for pests to seek shelter. The team at Terminix has some helpful information to share so that homeowners can be better prepared to address critters that find their way into chimneys.

WHAT KINDS OF PESTS CAN END UP IN YOUR CHIMNEY?‌ If you hear rustling or scratching coming from your chimney, some type of rodent may be the culprit. Your visitors could be squirrels, which are excellent climbers and can be found in all

sorts of places within your home, from attics to crawl spaces to wall voids. Or your chimney might become the den of choice for a female raccoon birthing her young.

Rats are yet another option.

Norway rats can enter this area of your home from the ground floor and nest on little shelves inside your chimney. And while roof rats, a different species of rat found mostly found along the coasts, are more likely to nest in your attic, they can also find their way into your chimney.

Rodents aren’t the only animals that can end up in this space, either. Flapping sounds or chirps indicate that a bird may be nesting in your chimney. It may not look much like a tree to you, but to certain species of birds, your house’s

chimney could look very similar to WHAT DO YOU DO the hollow trees in which they like WHEN A PEST IS to build their nests.

ALREADY INSIDE?‌ Pest control measures vary HOW DO YOU KEEP PESTS depending on what kind of aniOUT OF YOUR CHIMNEY?‌ mal has entered your chimney, Ideally, you’ll want to set up but the general rule is that you some preventative measures to shouldn’t light a fire or try to reduce the chances of a mother smoke the animal out. Pests like raccoon or other pest in your raccoons can attack when they chimney. Installing a chimney feel threatened, and rodents can cap can help keep birds, raccoons spread ectoparasitic insect pests and other large pests out. When it like ticks and fleas, so you don’t comes to pests like rats and mice, want to come into direct conyou should focus on sealing smaller tact with whatever animal has entry points, as a rat can squeeze decided to seek shelter in your through a hole the size of a quar- home. Leave the actual removal ter! It can be difficult to spot these to professionals, as Terminix’s access points from the ground, so trained technicians can safely you should have a professional and effectively remove pests inspect your roof and chimney for that have taken up residence in possible holes. your chimney.

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Napa | $4,295,000 7 bedrooms | 9 baths | 5,448 SF | 1 ± acre

Rutherford | $2,689,000 4 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 3,139 SF | .36 ± acres

Beautiful farm-style property w/vineyard views Currently a highly luxurious boutique hotel Large spaces for corporate meetings and functions Fabulous property located in a prime location

Stunning Craftsman in Rutherford Gorgeous hardwood floors & custom cabinetry Kitchen/living space spill out to expansive deck Fabulous views of neighboring vineyards

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2000OakCircle.com

Napa | $2,395,000 6 bedrooms | 3.5 baths | 5,171 SF | 1.15 ± acres

Yountville | $2,195,000 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 2,720 SF | .29 ± acres

Stately home totally renovated and remodeled Large graceful redwood trees frame this elegant Grand Dame Chef’s kitchen, butler’s pantry/laundry room and basement Stunning antique-style features throughout

Artfully remodeled home on large Light and bright spacious rooms w/ chef’s kitchen Lovely backyard with the pool and spa Just two blocks from restaurants and wine tasting

6550 Washington Street | Yountville, CA 94599 707.944.0888 | gatesestatessir.com Each office is independently owned and operated

1891HeritageWay.com

1145RagatzLane.com

Stunning customized one story home Beautifully remodeled with gorgeous upgrades Beautifully manicured backyard for entertaining Restaurants & wine tasting just a few blocks away

Great country lot ready to build on Includes permitted Farmhouse plans Build this home or design your own Close to Yountville, restaurants and wine tasting

Yountville | $1,999,000 4 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 3,232 SF

Napa | $1,500,000 Buildable Lot | 1 Âą acre

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1350GroveCt.com St. Helena | $1,399,000

224 Vista Court Yountville | $835,000

165VineyardCir.com Yountville | $749,000

3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1,949 SF

3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1,224 SF

2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1,154 SF

White rose, wisteria framed front porch Gorgeous upgrades & attention to detail Artfully designed kitchen, large living rm Vineyard wrapping the front yard

Tucked at the end of a quiet street Rare 3 bedroom end unit Renovated like a 5 star hotel Backs up to open grounds for privacy

Beautifully remodeled one-level condo New hardwood floors throughout Deck stretches from living rm to master Located just blocks from Yountville

Cyndi Gates

Broker Owner 707.333.7770 cyndi@gatesestatessir.com CalDRE#00711618

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How to keep hungry herbivores out of your yard all year-round

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‌Few sights make homeowners more furious than an attractive landscape destroyed virtually overnight by hungry deer. Rose bushes and ornamentals? Nipped off every bud. Expensive shrubs?

Browsed within an inch of their lives. Trees? Damaged, disfigured and sometimes dead.

Deer—and their wilder relatives, moose and elk—usually leave a path of destruction in their wake, and even winter can’t calm the carnage. In fact, as cold weather descends, deer shift their sights to your most expensive and difficult-to-replace trees, evergreens and shrubbery.

However, you can strike a blow against deer’s voracious appetites by maintaining a year-round program of defense with easy-touse Bobbex Deer Repellent foliar spray. The product is an environmentally friendly, nontoxic and long-lasting deer deterrent that’s safe for people, pets, wildlife and aquatic life. Ingredients include putrescent eggs, fishmeal, fish oil, garlic and other natural ingredients—all materials that offend a deer’s sensitive sense of smell and taste. Additional ingredients such as urea and Epsom contain natural fertilizer components which are beneficial for all plantings.

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scents, which deer have an aversion to, and is classified a fear repellent, but it also tastes terrible to deer, adding another layer of protection for plants. Because it contains effective sticking agents, the repellent won’t wash off even in harsh winter weather. And it’s been 3rd party tested against 10 other like-repellents and is rated #1 for protection against deer browse.

The experts at Bobbex recommend a steady course of repellent application in every season as deer shift their feeding patterns.

Since we know deer learn from experience, maintaining repellent applications throughout the year will “school” them to continually bypass your yard in favor of less objectionable fare elsewhere.

FALL‌ Fall is a particularly active time for deer as the mating season begins, and bucks and does seek each other out. In addition, bucks begin to repeatedly scrape their antlers against trees to remove summer’s “velvet” growth from their antlers. They can kill a tree quickly with this repetitive motion, even girdling a trunk in a single night. Keep destructive deer away from your prized plantings by regularly spraying deterrent on

deciduous trees, evergreens, shrub- keep them on the move by applybery and perennials throughout ing Bobbex Deer on all stem, the fall. flower, leaf and bud growth in your yard and garden. During WINTER‌ this peak growing season, spray Although you might imag- repellent about every two weeks ine winter brings a break from or when one to two inches of new deer destruction, you would be growth appears. dead wrong—and expensively so.

When some food sources die off SUMMER‌ and deep snow covers preferred Unlike during the winter, it’s food, deer reach up, often nib- atypical for deer to start gnawbling up to a half-bushel worth ing the bark off trees during the of twigs or other tree material summer months, since available, per day. This can quickly deform natural food choices are easier to or even kill landscape plantings. find. Although deer will find food The continuous re-application of in fields and forests, your yard is Bobbex Deer as seasons turn will not out of the woods. When hot, help safeguard against inevitable, dry summertime weather becomes expensive deer browse. the norm and natural vegetation Even though we’re approaching turns brown and dies off, deer will winter weather’s doorstep, you’ll venture out of the woods and into need to factor spring and summer your yard, in search of the green, into your year-round application healthy plants that you’ve watered process so you don’t interrupt and kept thriving. Once deer find protection. your foliage and flowers, they’ll keep coming back unless you conSPRING‌ tinue to protect your plants and Since food is not as readily teach them to stay away. available for deer in the winter, Persuading hungry deer that their appetites are strong in spring. your yard and garden is not their Tender shoots of new, green personal produce bar takes viggrowth entice bucks, does and ilance. With a year-round deterfawns, all ravenous after the rav- rent spray program, deer will ages of winter. Because deer will soon learn to take their hungry return to areas where they found habits elsewhere. Visit Bobbex tempting fodder again and again, on Facebook.

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or some reason, when you randomly say the word carrot, you can’t really predict where your mind will to take you after saying it. I guess it’s just an awkward word.

Perhaps it’s because a carrot could be referenced in an expensive jewelry discussion or traced back to a famous cartoon character or simply something that you might eat in your salad.

But depending on how you bounce around from visual to visual, a carrot is also one of the most common words used in CHRIS the description SALESE of “inducement.”

That’s right, I bet you didn’t go there first.

Whether you are aware of it or not, an inducement to purchase can happen on either the selling or buying side of a transaction.

For instance, according to the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development, “the inducement to purchase refers to certain expenses paid by the seller and/or another interested party on behalf of the borrower.”

If this happens, it could result in a dollar-for-dollar reduction to your purchase price when computing the adjusted value of your property before applying the appropriate loan-to-value percentage.

As an example, inducements may include, but are not limited

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to the total contributions that exceed 6 percent of the purchase price or contributions exceeding any loan origination fees, other closing costs and discount points of your transaction.

Furthermore, inducing the purchase of a property with, let’s say, a decorating allowance, repair allowance, excess rent credit, moving cost credit or personal property items are not allowed as well.

On the flip side, the replacement of any existing personal property items is not considered an inducement of sale provided their replacement is completed before closing and no cash allowance is given to the borrower.

These items could be things like a range, refrigerator, dishwasher, washer, dryer, carpeting or window treatments.

If it’s determined by your lender that there is an inducement to purchase issue, then your lender will only be able to lend on the lesser of the sales price minus any inducements to purchase or the as-is property value.

Per HUD, an inducement to purchase also exists when a borrower is not paying a real estate commission on the sale of their present residence when the same real estate broker or agent is involved in both transactions and the seller is paying a real estate commission on the property being purchased by the borrower that exceeds what is typical for the area.

Basically, you should pay attention to the details of your listing agreement, especially if they are wrapped around or contingent on the events happening

with a different property. And even more so if you are using one of the newer digital real estate buying and selling platforms.

While alleged inducements to purchase can be tricky to spot, they seem to be packaged up rather neatly during hyper real estate market conditions.

Conversely, the constant pounding down of shorter time frames to complete inspections and the ridiculous demands for super-fast closings are equally to blame for those who want to risk chasing the carrot.

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f you subscribe to the belief that your home is your castle, then you naturally expect to be comfortable in that castle, right? Whether it’s the middle of winter or the dog days of summer, your home’s HVAC system plays a vital role in supporting this comfort, so if you’re in the market for a new system, here are three questions you should ask before purchasing your new system.

IS THE UNIT THE RIGHT SIZE FOR YOUR HOME? In the world of HVAC units, size matters and bigger isn’t always better. A unit that is too big will needlessly waste energy in your home while a unit that is too small will burn out trying to keep up. An HVAC system’s power is measured in tons—not a unit of weight in this case but power.

To determine the proper tonnage for your home, your HVAC technician will need to review most, if not all, of the rooms in your home—especially the attic and/or basement. A common rule

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However, your needs may vary based on your home’s location, its insulation and other factors, so don’t be afraid to ask questions as your technician reviews your home.

WHAT IS THE PROPER SEER RATING FOR YOUR HOME? When it comes to HVAC systems, the SEER rating may be the most important measurement you’re not aware of.

Ken Ely, director of residential product management, Ducted Systems, Johnson Controls agrees.

“Many homeowners have never heard of a SEER rating associated with their HVAC unit,” he says.

“However, a unit’s SEER rating demonstrates its energy efficiency and how easily the system can control the temperature in your home. A higher SEER rating is good for the environment and your overall energy budget.”

SEER is short for Seasonal

Energy Efficiency Ratio and the rating is a good indicator of your unit’s energy efficiency. For example, the 19 SEER efficiency of the new two-stage Luxaire Acclimate HVAC unit can reduce your system’s energy usage by up to 47 percent when compared to older 10 SEER units, meaning you’ll start saving energy and utility costs immediately after installation.

All units with SEER ratings of 14 or higher earn an energy efficiency classification, so look for the SEER rating when shopping for a new HVAC unit and remember the higher the rating, the more you’ll save in the long run.

not answered in the guide. Confirm the warranty details of your new HVAC system and be sure to register the warranty with the manufacturer if necessary. This will ensure your new system is supported for years to come.

Following a regular maintenance schedule, such as keeping the area around your unit clean, is a good rule to follow. The extra effort will keep your system running optimally, and neglecting routine maintenance can void your system’s warranty. Keep a record of all maintenance performed to reference in case any repairs are needed.

WHAT MAINTENANCE WILL BE INVOLVED WITH MY UNIT? Like all other aspects of your home, adding a new HVAC unit means you’ll be responsible for some maintenance to support its use. The maintenance required for your new unit should be outlined in the owner’s manual, but you can also ask your HVAC contractor if you have any questions

FINDING YOUR NEXT HVAC SYSTEM Whether you want to enjoy the last days of this season or prepare for the next, finding the right HVAC system for your home is one decision you shouldn’t delay.

Start your search by finding answers to the questions above and you’ll be on your way to the perfect HVAC solution for your property.

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Integrate accessories for added luxury

BRANDPOINT Accessories bring a sense of purpose into a space and, with thoughtful selection, can transform a room into an elevated experience. When used creatively and in unexpected ways, they add the perfect finishing touch to a space and can transform the overall aesthetic and design. From hardware to purposefully placed décor, integrate accessories artfully and functionally to achieve beauty and balance for an even more luxurious space.

A BALANCED PERSPECTIVE Assess the space and identify underutilized areas of the room— opportunities to bring a design to life. Choose accessories featuring a variance of shapes, sizes, colors 34 — Distinctive Properties

and textures to establish visual and spatial equilibrium. Boldly patterned pillows add dimension among solid tones, while lush flower arrangements effortlessly fill negative space, striking an unexpected balance of comfort and intrigue.

SOPHISTICATED HARDWARE Complete a luxurious design with sophisticated fixtures that serve as anchoring details, thoughtfully integrated for aesthetics and utility. These necessary pieces add opulence to a room while providing unexpected functionality. Reimagine the use of hardware by adding robe hooks to a walk-in closet for belts or scarves, or to hang

clothes. Incorporate an element of surprise by adorning a kitchen space with a towel bar from the Litze Bath Collection by Brizo, which features textured knurling detail that highlights innovative engineering and artistry.

HARMONIZING ACCENTS Find the perfect blend of tones and textures by sourcing contrasting, but complementary accessories to finalize a design. Contrast an industrial coffee table with an acacia wooden bowl, or furnish a sleek, modern shelf with coarsely textured relics. As inspiration strikes, pursue the unexpected.

Fill the space, maintaining a balance of polished and personal, soft and avant-garde, and strong yet fluid elements, adding just

the right level of contradiction to create the perfect harmony.

AN ELEVATED UPDATE Once a design is complete, statement pieces can have surprising transformative power when updating a space. Select high-end pieces for major impact, such as a bold area rug or an oversized piece of original art to instantly augment a design. Update an existing piece with new drawer knobs for a fresh look, integrating smaller elements that reflect the personality of the space in new ways. From a one-of-a-kind sculpture to a tasteful timepiece, always keep in mind that smallscale updates have the unexpected potential to make a large-scale impression.

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Trends Real Estate

in the Napa Valley for September 2018

NAPA COUNTY The inventory of homes and condominiums available for sale in Napa County at the end of September (412) is 12% ahead of the inventory in September 2017 (367) and it is 2% ahead of the inventory last month (404).

New sales (122) GERRETT are 17% ahead of SNEDAKER the pace of last year (104) and are slightly ahead of the pace of last month (118).

There is a 3.4 months supply of inventory based on the current sales pace. The Days on Market for homes closing in Napa County is currently 59 days.

For the purpose of our MLS (BAREIS) “Days on Market” represents the time from when the property is first listed in the MLS to the date the property goes into “pending” (all conditions removed) status. On average, it can take anywhere from 0 to 30 additional days for properties to close after going pending.

The median price of the 106 homes closed in September in Napa County ($685,000) was 11% higher than the median price of a year ago ($615,000).

The median price of the homes closed last month was $715,000.

price in excess of $2,100,000) in Napa County for the period 10/1/17 to 9/30/18 compares to 72 sales for the period 10/1/16 to 9/30/17. There were 104 luxury homes in inventory at the end of September 2018 compared to 104 at the end of September 2017. There were 17 new Luxury Home sales last month resulting in a 6.1 months supply of available Luxury Homes based on the current sales pace compared to 3.4 months supply for the County as a whole.

There has been a large stock market sell-off in the past week.

In response to a question about it’s affect on real estate, a Chief Economist for a large San Francisco based brokerage responded: “We’ve seen a notable drop in sales in September particularly in the luxury market where a lot of our buyers are tech and/or finance executives. I think recent rhetoric on trade and problems tech companies have been facing (Google, for example) is not boding well for consumer confidence.” That being said, luxury home sales were ahead on a year over year basis in Wine Country last month. Our experience is that trends in the San Francisco peninsula, San Francisco and Marin usually make there way to Wine Country in short order.

NAPA COUNTY LUXURY HOMES If one takes the highest quartile (25%) of available inventory as the “Luxury Market”, the Luxury Market begins at $2,100,000 in Napa County at this time. The number of closings (76) of Luxury Homes (sales

AMERICAN CANYON There were 29 available homes and condominiums in inventory at the end of September in American Canyon. This is 26% ahead of the inventory a year ago (23) and it is slightly below the supply last month (30). New sales (12) were equal

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to the pace of September 2017 and they were 33% below the pace of last month (18). There is a 2.4 months supply of inventory based on the current sales pace. The Days on Market for homes that closed in American Canyon last month was 38 days. The median price of the 13 homes that closed in American Canyon in September ($568,000) was 1% ahead of the median price of a year ago ($560,000). The median price in September 2009 was $275,000.

NAPA Fifty-five percent of the inventory in Napa County is in the City of Napa. There were 227 available homes and condominiums in inventory at the end of September in the City of Napa. This is a 17% ahead of the supply at the end of September 2017 (194) and it is slightly ahead of the inventory at the end of last month (224).

New sales (91) were 26% ahead of the pace of September 2017 (72) and they were 20% ahead of the pace of last month (76).

There is a 2.5 months supply of inventory based on the current sales pace. The Days on Market for the 74 closings last month was 53 days. The median price of the 74 homes that closed in the City of Napa in September was $678,000. This is 7% ahead of the median price of the homes closed in September 2017 ($635,000).

UP VALLEY NAPA COUNTY The inventory of homes and condominiums for sale in the Up Valley Napa County market (Angwin, Calistoga,

Deer Park, Oakville, Rutherford, St. Helena and Yountville) at the end of September (122) is slightly below the level of 125 in September 2017 and it is essentially equal to the level last month (119). There were 17 new sales in the month compared to 17 a year ago and 24 last month. There is now a 7.2 months supply of inventory based on the current sales pace.

The Days on Market for the 17 closings last month was 96 days. Approximately 56% of the Luxury Market inventory (price in excess of $2,100,000) in Napa County is in the Up Valley Market (58 homes). There were five luxury home (price in excess of $2,100,000) closings in the Up Valley Market last month and seven new luxury home sales.

ANGWIN The inventory of homes and condominiums for sale at the end of September in Angwin (16) is 27% below the level of September 2017 (22) and it is essentially equal to the inventory last month (17). There were no new sales for the month of September compared to two last month and two in September of 2017. There is a 16 months supply of inventory based on the current sales pace. The average asking price of the 16 homes in inventory in Angwin is $1,280,000.

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BACKYARD REBORN How to create the perfect, four-season outdoor living space

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reating an outdoor living space w i l l g i ve yo u an extra “room” to enjoy in all types of weather, even as the temperatures drop. You can start small with an inexpensive patio set and charcoal grill on a new deck, go all out with a fully installed kitchen, fireplace and living room, or something in between. It depends on your budget and how you plan to use the space.

Here are some ideas for musthave elements in your perfect outdoor living space that will allow you to enjoy your back yard in style with family and friends all year long.

DECK‌ It’s the foundation of your outdoor space. Using real wood for your deck is the key to creating a natural, beautiful outdoor living space. One great option is Western Red Cedar. It’s resistant to rot, decay and insects so it lasts a long time with minimum maintenance. It’s also durable, yet surprisingly lightweight, which is one of the reasons DIYers and building professionals find it so easy to work with. It’s also a green choice. Woods such as cedar leave the smallest carbon footprint compared to any other building material.

FIRE‌ There’s nothing cozier on a crisp night than curling up in front of the fire. Adding a fire element to your outdoor room creates the same sort of ambiance. Imagine gazing up at the sky on a dark, starry night while sitting in front of the fire and you’ve got the idea. You’ll find

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a wide variety to choose from, including decorative metal fire pits or bowls; chimeneas, which are earthenware or stone outdoor fireplaces; or full-blown, permanent fireplaces like you might find inside the house. Whatever you choose, the crackling fire will draw people and create a focal point for conversation and reflection. Added bonus: It will provide a heat source for chilly nights.

FURNITURE‌ A patio table and comfortable chairs are a must, as are some Adirondack or other sturdy, comfy chairs positioned around your fire source. But beyond that, think about how you’ll use the space.

Does a chaise or two for lounging with a book and a cold beverage make sense? What about an outdoor sofa and chairs to create more of a living room-type feel?

Whatever you choose, comfort, durability in all types of weather, OUTDOOR KITCHEN‌ and the size (not too big or too You can go big, creating a sec- small) are prime considerations. ond full kitchen alfresco with a high-end gas grill, a wood-burn- SHELTER‌ ing pizza oven, a fridge, a sink, In addition to the standard storage for dishes and utensils, umbrella for your patio table, and a countertop for prep, or you creating shelter for your outdoor can go small, with a simple grill. space lets you enjoy it in all types Either way, it’s essential to be able of weather. The sky is the limit on to cook outside so you won’t be your choices: a simple wood and stuck in your home’s kitchen pre- fabric canopy to shade your seatparing dinner while your family ing area, a more structured gazebo and friends chat on the deck. complete with mosquito netting,

a decorative wooden pergola, or an outdoor sunroom or solarium that attaches to your home’s exterior wall. Get some ideas for great DIY projects, be it a pergola, a Tiki bar, a cover to protect your grill (and the grillmaster) from the elements, or for less experienced DIYers, a dining table, benches and chairs, by downloading free DIY project plans at http://www. realcedar.com.

LANDSCAPING‌ The final touch is the yard beyond your deck. Extend your outdoor space with a patio, create a walking path with stone pavers, or add shrubs, plants and flowers that will cycle and change with the seasons, giving your space a fresh look as the months go by.

For more information about creating your perfect outdoor living space or to download DIY plans, visit http://www.realcedar. com.

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8 home security hacks recommended by police ‌D id you know that many police departments have a community affairs officer whose primary goal is to build a strong working relationship with the community? That means you have access to a trained safety expert who wants to give you ideas to keep your home and neighborhood safe.

Read on for eight simple home security hacks from a recent home safety evaluation conducted by a police officer.

CHANGE THE LOCKS‌ When was the last time you changed the locks? How many previous owners have there been and how many keys have been given out to neighbors, friends, family or delivery people? You never know who has a second copy, and for less than $100 at Home Depot, you can change your locks immediately.

REPLACE OUTDOOR LIGHTBULBS‌ If you don’t have outdoor flood lights, get them. If you offer high-quality images and have them, make sure the bulbs night vision, and they’re motion are in working order. activated and affordable. You can get them on Amazon for about PLACE AN ALARM $25 each.

SIGN IN YOUR YARD‌ Many would-be thieves won’t GET OUT THE approach a house if they think GARDEN SHEARS‌ it has an alarm. You can get an Every bush outside of your alarm sign online. windows should be below the window line, usually 2-3 feet in BUY AN INDOOR CAMERA‌ height, to maximize your visibilCameras can capture a suspect ity from the inside of your house in the act and let homeowners to the outside, so that means you check the footage from any- must trim your bushes. You can where. FunLux indoor cameras get garden shears at your local

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hardware store for $15.

levels of affordability. Some cost hundreds of thousands of dollars and some, like Flock Safety, you can buy for less than $3 per month, per home. Outdoor security cameras, like Flock Safety, can reduce crime and prevent would-be criminals from entering the neighborhood.

BAKE SOME COOKIES‌ One of the best ways to stay safe is to work together as a neighborhood. We all need to keep an eye on each other and what better way to start that relationship than with a plate of cookies?

ASK FOR A SECURITY SURVEY‌ Officers will walk around your house, inside and out, to assess its safety and could reveal some surprising tips. They want to help, and they are motivated to solve and prevent crime.

For more information on PROTECT YOUR keeping your home and neighNEIGHBORHOOD‌ borhood secure, as well as a free There are many measures cost estimate for outdoor security you can take to improve your cameras, visit www.flocksafety. community safety, with varying com/securityhacks.

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NAPA COUNTY’s MOsT RECENT hOME sALEs * Address

reCOrd dATe

sAle PriCe

Bed BATh sq fT

Yr BlT

Single Family

American Canyon

Address

reCOrd dATe

sAle PriCe

Bed BATh sq fT

Yr BlT

4007 TOKAY DR

8/27

$587,500

3

2

1,432

1972

1406 SUMNER AVE

9/14

$594,000

4

2

1,256

1959

1103 LARKIN WAY

9/14

$600,000

3

2

1,523

1965

2215 ALYSHEBA CT

9/10

$615,500

3

3

2,039

2006

101 SPRING ST

8/17

$620,000

2

1

1,040

1974

1215 RUBICON ST

9/4

$625,000

4

2

1,556

1971

1922 LAUREL ST

9/6

$635,000

2

1

828

1932

2758 IDAHO ST

8/17

$650,000

3

2

1,516

1956

22 FLAMINGO CT

8/13

$410,000

3

2

875

1956

703 CAPRA DR

8/13

$469,000

3

2

1,256

1968

89 CRAWFORD WAY

8/30

$500,000

4

2

1,982

1988

23 KARLY CT

9/12

$560,000

3

2

1,841

2005

8/3

$595,000

3

2

1,923

2003

19 KEVIN LN

8/15

$600,000

4

3

2,465

2001

424 POPPYFIELD DR

8/15

$640,000

5

3

2,502

2001

153 TRENT DR

8/21

$650,000

3

3

1,551

1999

62 VIA BELLAGIO

9/10

$675,000

5

3

2,746

2003

1683 PEAR TREE LN

8/17

$650,000

3

3

2,357

2004

8/9

$681,000

5

3

3,165

2006

24 DICKERSON LN

8/21

$655,000

3

2

1,443

1995

6 VIA PESARO

9/12

$699,000

3

3

3,785

2004

2292 CULPEPPER ST

8/9

$665,000

3

2

1,686

1996

118 TERRAZZO LN

8/28

$775,000

5

4

4,000

2007

2548 VINE HILL DR

8/24

$671,000

4

2

1,549

1972

9/6

$675,000

2

1

910

1942

125 S SEYMOUR ST

9/10

$680,000

2

2

1,428

1939

755 JOSEPH CT

8/24

$680,000

4

3

1,997

1978

123 CATALONIA DR

38 SIRAH DR

Single Family

Calistoga

1409 MEEK AVE

1812 FAIR WAY

8/7

$629,000

3

1

1,420

1946

650 SOMERSET PL

8/15

$685,000

4

2

1,617

1955

1254 MITZI DR

9/14

$685,000

3

2

1,266

1975

2542 PATRICIA DR

8/24

$700,000

3

2

1,438

1965

8/3

$744,000

3

2

1,361

1976

2034 LONE OAK AVE

8/27

$715,000

3

2

1,320

1967

8/23

$760,000

3

2

1,294

1997

111 E FIRST ST

8/3

$723,000

3

2

1,170

1940

8/3

$850,000

3

2

1,996

1952

2441 FLAGSTONE DR

8/23

$729,000

3

3

1,771

1992

8/21

$729,000

4

2

1,737

1976

2431 DEBBIE WAY 2019 URBANI PL 22 ARCH WAY 1903 SCHOOL ST

8/23

$935,000

3

2

1,726

1993

1039 CENTURY DR

1427 FOURTH ST

8/30

$991,500

2

3

1,493

1880

641 WEBBER ST

8/15

$732,000

3

2

1,552

1953

1508 FAIR WAY

8/13

$1,250,000

2

2

1,393

1910

3399 CRYSTAL CT

8/23

$745,000

3

3

2,536

1984

2999 FOOTHILL BLVD #A

9/10

$1,800,000

3

3

2,428

1970

527 DONWOOD LN

8/21

$760,000

4

2

1,785

1970

3501 YOUNG AVE

8/30

$769,000

4

3

1,829

1962

2046 W F ST

8/13

$825,000

3

2

1,884

1967

2755 UTAH ST

8/24

$825,000

4

2

1,714

1956

2562 HARVEST LN

8/30

$829,000

4

3

2,297

1991

2960 ALDERWOOD CT

8/21

$845,000

4

2

2,108

1973

115 WILLOWBEND CT

8/3

$879,000

5

3

2,503

2007

981 CAPITOLA DR

8/17

$890,000

4

3

2,395

2007

1507 CEDAR AVE

9/10

$931,000

3

3

2,170

1970

134 OLD VINE WAY

8/3

$949,000

3

2

1,952

2002

1958 WAVERLY ST

8/27

$955,000

5

2

2,868

1890

125 MOSS LN

8/27

$960,000

4

3

1,973

1996

1429 ELM ST

8/21

$975,000

3

2

2,080

1906

372 TROON DR

9/12

$1,015,000

3

3

2,195

1990

8/3

$1,020,000

3

3

0

2018

516 MONTECITO BLVD

9/10

$1,025,000

3

2

1,666

1950

1236 DARLING ST

8/15

$1,030,000

5

4

3,052

2003

13 MODOC CT

8/13

$1,038,000

4

3

2,137

1986

Single Family

Napa 1460 SHERMAN AVE

8/24

$153,000

4

3

2,304

1966

2218 TROWER AVE

7/31

$335,000

1

1

536

1940

3191 TIFFANIE LN

8/23

$340,000

5

3

3,360

1987

3594 JEFFERSON ST

8/15

$350,000

3

2

1,261

1958

1 ARROWWOOD AVE

8/24

$434,500

2

1

747

1941

3070 LAUREL ST

9/12

$440,000

2

1

747

1941

2605 ADRIAN ST

9/4

$470,000

2

1

875

1950

2144 SOSCOL AVE

8/27

$475,000

4

2

1,180

1956

27 GLENWOOD DR

8/24

$475,000

3

1

1,443

1952

14 BURNETTE CT

8/30

$475,000

3

1

1,251

1954

2387 EVA ST

8/17

$490,000

3

2

1,287

1955

8/3

$495,000

4

2

1,106

1954

2285 CLAY ST

8/13

$505,000

2

1

1,167

1983

2029 PATTON AVE

8/13

$536,000

3

2

1,082

1968

1745 SPRUCE ST

8/30

$1,039,000

2

2

2,168

1937

580 FOOTHILL BLVD

9/12

$541,000

3

1

1,018

1950

1510 CEDAR AVE

9/10

$1,089,000

3

2

1,809

1939

3633 BECKWORTH DR

8/21

$550,000

4

2

1,472

1961

1117 CHANNING WAY

8/21

$1,100,000

4

3

2,436

2015

1114 KANSAS AVE

8/21

$555,000

3

2

1,149

1956

19 ABRUZZINI CT

8/28

$1,140,000

3

2

2,125

2000

1085 EAST AVE

8/24

$578,000

3

1

1,159

1938

1153 PINEWOOD DR

8/23

$1,150,000

4

3

3,675

1998

1726 SEQUOIA ST

8/27

$580,000

4

2

1,806

1962

4049 FOXRIDGE WAY

8/21

$1,300,000

3

3

2,423

1990

4351 DALE DR

8/30

$585,000

3

2

1,132

1959

138 SILVERADO SPRINGS DR

9/14

$1,366,000

4

2

2,432

1990

1080 LINDA VISTA AVE

8/3

$585,000

3

2

1,218

1960

133 N NEWPORT DR

8/23

$1,475,000

4

3

2,276

1995

400 S HARTSON ST

9/6

$585,000

3

2

1,496

1965

10 CAPITOLA CT

9/6

$1,615,000

3

4

3,263

1982

2133 MAYFAIR DR

1539 JUANITA ST

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NAPA COUNTY’s MOsT RECENT hOME sALEs * Address

reCOrd dATe

sAle PriCe

Bed

BATh

sq fT

Yr BlT

Single Family

St Helena 1135 CHURCH ST

8/17

$710,000

2

1

962

1950

1550 TAINTER ST

8/13

$1,190,000

2

2

1,518

1966

1425 TAINTER ST

8/27

$1,425,000

2

2

1,152

1890

1830 QUAIL CT

8/24

$1,440,000

4

3

2,517

1996

Bed BATh sq fT

Yr BlT

Address

reCOrd dATe

sAle PriCe

Condos

Napa 16 VILLAGE PKWY

8/23

$322,000

1

1

719

1985

335 FREEWAY DR

9/6

$359,000

2

2

1,200

1984

46 BELVEDERE CT

8/24

$360,000

2

2

1,056

1979

1108 MARINA DR

8/24

$376,000

2

2

943

1974

3463 VALLE VERDE DR

8/15

$402,000

2

3

1,081

1972

11 VANESSA CT W

8/13

$405,000

2

2

1,212

1984

1050 EAST AVE

8/28

$425,000

2

2

1,186

1972

1600 ATLAS PEAK RD #488

8/27

$535,000

1

1

676

1968

572 RAINBOW DR

8/17

$559,000

2

3

1,602

1981

2721 PIKE DR

8/17

$582,500

2

3

1,602

1981

303 DEER HOLLOW DR

7/31

$830,000

3

3

1,852

1975

628 COTTAGE DR

8/17

$839,500

2

2

1,004

1972

Address

$675,000

2

2

2/23

$17,818

3

2

1,620

1979

3927 PETERSEN DR

2/23

$2,100,000

3

3

2,373

1985

8/24

$690,000

2

2

1,154

1977

Rural Residential

Angwin

605 HILL RD

Rural Residential

Napa 4537 LINDA VISTA AVE

8/27

$790,500

2

1

1,124

1954

31 ALMAR DR

9/14

$962,500

3

3

1,897

1963

1144 LA LONDE LN

8/21

$1,300,000

3

2

1,613

1959

1190 MONTICELLO RD

8/7

$1,600,000

4

4

3,111

1965

1358 HILLVIEW LN

8/3

$2,125,000

4

2

1,856

1967

Rural Residential

Pope, Chiles, Wooden Valleys 5860 STATE HIGHWAY 128

8/24

$285,000

1

1

600

2007

154 RIDGECREST DR

8/28

$320,000

2

2

1,680

1979

290 CIRCLE OAKS DR

8/17

$425,000

3

2

1,694

1979

258 VIA MONTE

8/17

$1,395,000

3

3

2,103

1972

Rural Residential

Rutherford, Oakville 8/23

$2,500,000

3

3

2,816

1964

Rural Residential

1984

Condos

Yountville

65 COLD SPRINGS RD

1,475

Yr BlT

1331 TUCKER RD

St Helena 8/24

Bed BATh sq fT

Rural Residential

Condos

St Helena

165 VINEYARD CIR

sAle PriCe

Calistoga

1880 LYDIA LN

1504 VOORHEES CIR

reCOrd dATe

8/8

$496,000

5

3

3,080

1969

8/28

$770,000

3

2

2,157

1956

107 LILAC LN

9/14

$1,765,000

4

3

2,336

1941

275 MUND RD

8/21

$2,900,000

3

3

1,532

1907

8/9

$3,100,000

4

5

1,822

1952

2535 MADRONA AVE

Vineyard Residential

Napa 7711 MONEY RD

9/4

$27,607,500

184 ZINFANDEL LN

8/15

2

1,386

1979

Vineyard Residential

Rutherford, Oakville

*As recorded at the Napa County Tax Assessors Office / John Tuteur (707) 253-4459 / Property sales reported may include partial interest transfers; sales that are included with other properties; sales that are less any liens on property.

3

$6,138,000

4

6

4,932

2002

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How to make sure your door hardware makes the grade

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h ort, chilly days mean more time spent indoors with family and friends.

This is the perfect time to focus on home improvement, starting with finding the right door hardware.

While home security is typically top-of-mind, door hardware such as locksets and deadbolts are generally overlooked and purchasing new locks is not a simple decision.

Does it need to withstand repeated, long-term use? Or heavy impact, in the case of an intruder? Does it need to be capable of withstanding certain weather conditions?

Developed by the Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association, the BHMA Certified

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BRANDPOINT Secure Home label makes it easier for homeowners to find the right lock for their specific needs. Only products with this label have been rigorously certified to the highest performance standards when it comes to security, durability and finish. BHMA is the only organization accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) to develop and maintain these standards. Products without the Secure Home label are not assured to have been tested and certified by a third-party laboratory.

Before shopping, know what type of lock you need. Consider the following: * How much security do you need? * Will the door be used

frequently? * Will the protective aesthetic finish be exposed to the elements?

When you are ready to make your selection, it is important to check the ratings. Once a lock or deadbolt is tested to ANSI/BHMA standards for security, durability and finish, it is given a rating of Good (C), Better (B) or Best (A) in each area based on its performance during testing. The rating system is defined by progressive levels of performance requirements. Be sure to select the lock or deadbolt that is rated highly in the area(s) most important to you. For example, when looking for a new interior lock, you may not require the same rating for security or finish as you would for a lock being installed on

your front door.

“As the experts in the industry, we recognize that it isn’t ‘one-sizefits-all’ when it comes to hardware for the home,” said Ralph Vasami, the executive director of BHMA. “Every household has a different need—the Certified Secure Home label not only makes it easy for homeowners to determine which locks or deadbolts have been certified, but also helps them assess which products are the best fit for their specific needs.”

To learn more about BHMA Certified locksets and deadbolts, or the BHMA Certified Secure Home label, watch the short video at http://securehome.org/learning-the-label/ or visit www.securehome.org.

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Why fall is one of the best seasons to build a deck ‌As the weather starts to shift and the crisp air settles in, your first inclination might be to head indoors, cozy up with a blanket and save that deck project you’ve been researching for next year. Not so fast. While home improvement stores sell spring and summer as the seasons for all things outdoor home improvement, fall is actually one of the best times to build a deck. Here are five reasons you should take advantage of the transitional months and make your deck dreams a reality.

USE FRESH SUMMER MEMORIES TO PLAN TO PERFECTION‌ With memories of backyard barbecues and lazy summer days still fresh in your mind, fall is the perfect time to evaluate your outdoor lifestyle and plan a deck that fits your needs. Whether you’re building a small, platform deck or a multi-level expanse, think about how you use your outdoor living space. Do you host large summer soirees? If so, a durable deck with handrails, built-in seating and lighting can help you define zones for socializing and eating. Is a peaceful, deck getaway more your style? Then consider designing your deck to frame a view, incorporate a hot tub or include a small reading nook. Whatever your preference, make sure you keep transitions in mind. Clear pathways between frequently used openings like the kitchen door, stairs and the

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backyard will improve your use of brands are clearing inventory to the space. make way for new products or contractors are offering incentives AVOID PROJECT DELAYS‌ to keep their schedule full, there When deck building is at its are plenty of seasonal opportunipeak and contractors are working ties to save on decking materials from dawn to dusk, it can be hard and installation costs. By taking to nail down the right professional advantage of these discounts, you and get a start date on the calen- can create your dream deck under dar. Far too often, project delays budget. You might even free up turn dreams of days lounging on some money for a few splurges like a new deck with a lemonade in a trellis or fire pit. hand into a source of frustration that mars summer fun. But as PROTECT YOUR fall approaches and construction EXISTING LANDSCAPE‌ demands slow, these become issues The telltale cool air of fall of the past. Homeowners can often means one thing—improved secure top-rated contractors and working conditions. Grass, trees negotiate a convenient start date. and plants start to go dormant as And with full project crews, many temperatures drop and the ground decks are built at a quicker pace. freezes, making it easier for you or your contractor to build a deck TAKE ADVANTAGE OF without harming your landscape.

SEASONAL SAVINGS‌ The season’s milder weather also Fall marks the start of the lends itself to a more comfortable off-season for decking. Whether working environment.

EXTEND DECKING SEASON‌ Decks are no longer reserved for summer. With the right decking material, you can create an indoor-outdoor space that spans multiple seasons and keeps you breathing fresh air all year long.

Look for decking products that are as durable as they are beautiful. This will help ensure your outdoor living space remains in top shape throughout Mother Nature’s harsher months.

“By using products like ChoiceDek composite decking that are extremely durable and water resistant, homeowners can broaden the scope of their home,” said Josh Landis, senior marketing manager for ChoiceDek composite decking. “The boards resist rotting and splintering and are easy to clean, a combination that will keep decks looking ready for summer all year long.”

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3100OldSonomaRoad.com

Napa | $12,500,000 6 bedrooms | 8 baths | 5,562 SF | 34.85 ± acres Spectacular 34 acre knoll top modern estate Panoramic views in most directions Sophisticated 6 bedroom, 8 bath residence Incl. boutique winery w/approx. 3000 vines

2059VallejoSt.com

St. Helena | $11,700,000 4 bedrooms | 4.5 baths | 6,362 SF | 5.03 ± acres Elegantly designed European home on 5 acres Surrounded by acres of vines that provide privacy Craftsmanship details are evident throughout Estate vineyards produce highly rated wines

1373SodaCanyonRd.com

Napa | $4,800,000 4 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 3,776 SF | 18.34 ± acres Privately gated majestic estate with views Large pool, detached garage and beautiful grounds Luxurious main floor master suite w/French doors Remodeled kitchen boasts all the goodies

Cyndi Gates

6550 W Washington ashington Str Street eet | YYountville, ountville, CCAA 94 94599 599 707.944.0888 | gatesestatessir.com Each office is independently owned and operated

Broker Owner 707.333.7770 cyndi@gatesestatessir.com CalDRE#00711618

780 Trancas Street, Napa, CA 707-255-0845 | GoldenGateSIR.com

BLACK WALNUT ESTATES - AvAiLABLE NoW! Please call for more information • Lot 1: 5BD/3BA ( + Den) 2380 sf. Bedroom & Full Bath Down Stairs + RV Parking • Lot 2: 5BD/3BA ( + Den) 2380 sf. Bedroom & Full Bath Down Stairs • Lot 3: 3BD/2.5BA 1893 sf. + Up Valley Views • Lot 4: 5BD/3BA ( + Den) 2380 sf. Bedroom & Full Bath Down Stairs • Lot 5: 5BD/3BA ( + Den) 2380 sf. Bedroom & Full Bath Down Stairs • Lot 6: 5BD/3.5BA (+Loft) 2,599 sf. Lower Level Master, 3 car Garage • Lot 7: 4BD/2.5BA (+Loft) 2,499 sf. Lower Level Master, Premium Lot

Black Walnut Estates is a secluded enclave of 7 designer homes set on the southeast side of the City of Napa. Close to schools, shopping and entertainment, these 7 homes feature cul-de-sac privacy, ample parking, and efficient landscapes and yards. A circular drive connects these homes with one another while giving privacy and uniqueness to each lot and location in the subdivision. Designer finishes and touch points on each property make day-to-day living a pleasure, and entertaining a wonderful experience.

Silverado County Club

A single level, Silverado Springs 3BD/2.5BA home. Overlooks lush vineyards and with views of the Eastern hills. This popular neighborhood is across the street from Silverado’s world famous south course and offers acres of common grounds including 2 lakes, waterfalls, tennis courts, swimming pool, spa and lighted walking paths through manicured lawns! Enjoy an active Napa Valley life style in this beautiful home.

Offered at $990,000

New Construction

One of five newly constructed designer homes within Skyline Oaks, a private enclave down a private drive.

Vineyard and mountain views! Large great room with island kitchen and abundant windows and glass doors that open to the deck and views. 4BD/2.5BA. Wood flooring, granite counters, tiled baths, stainless steel appliances, are a few of the many designer features.

Offered at $1,039,000

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707-337-3689 CalBRE# 01908361

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Gary Rose

707-256-2147 CalBRE# 00940226