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SEPTEMBER 2019 | VOLUME 36, ISSUE 9

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Seize the opportunity to acquire a beautiful grand Napa Valley estate on nearly 40 acres with 6 acres of double planted premium mountain Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard along with a highly rated Napa Valley wine brand receiving accolades of 95-97 point ratings and private & serene 2.25 acre knoll building parcel with panoramic 360’ views.

Winery estate appeals to every sense & satisfies every desire of an ultimate Napa Valley dream.

$29,800,000

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One of the most unique & elegant estates in Napa Valley. Experience views from its magnificent mountain perch. Spring Mtn. AVA, approx. 8 acres under 30% slope for premium vineyard potential.

$6,990,000

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Immaculate 20-acre modern contemporary ranch positioned for supreme privacy with panoramic 360’ views - this magnificent ridgetop retreat is luxurious with resort-worthy amenities. Truly spectacular $2,380,000 estate offers breathtaking vistas

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Villa Mille Rose -

An Italianate Villa with unmatched architectural authenticity, striking landscaping design & bountiful organic harvests-truly one of the most extraordinary estates to become available in Napa Valley in this decade. Sited in Oakville; consists of 2 legal parcels. Main villa, 4 additional dwellings, 2 barns, 6.5 acres of ultra premium Oakville AVA vineyard, Italian style gardens, 100 fruit trees & a 2-acre Gold Medal olive orchard.

$26,500,000

YVONNE RICH 707-968-9888 yvonne@fabulousnapavalley.com 1338 MAIN STREET

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Angwin

Supreme Setting with Serene Views -

Contemporary style home on nearly 4 acres is uniquely positioned for privacy w/spectacular Napa Valley views - a tranquil & breathtaking visual paradise minutes from St. Helena. $1,645,000

1552Centennial.com

Calistoga

Sophisticated Calistoga Home -

This stylish and sophisticated Calistoga home displays an open and easy-flowing floor plan with dramatic lines & modern contemporary details. Experience the best of Calistoga living. $1,095,000

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Sophisticated Napa Estate -

Strikingly sophisticated estate is transformed into a glamorous designer showplace featuring an open floorplan with architectural details & towering ceilings adds an overwhelming sense of volume. $2,150,000

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Calistoga

Stunning Modern Residence -

Masterful reconfiguration of space & renovated by architect/owner, this impeccably designed home radiates dramatic architectural statements & sophisticated modern amenities. $995,000

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mobile home in desirable Bella Vista Park in Yountville - near world class restaurants, shopping & other recreational facilities.

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Calistoga

Modern Vineyard Estate -

Architecture by renowned Andrew Batey whose designs are inspired by centuries of European classical rural architecture emphasizing symmetry & simplicity. Set on 18+ acres, light-filled home surrounded by prime mountain Cabernet vineyards with spellbinding views over the valley from every angle.

$6,900,000

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St. Helena

Elegant St. Helena Living -

Striking architectural details, artistic lines and exceptional design elements abound in this distinctive St. Helena home. Unique opportunity for those seeking privacy within walking distance to downtown St. Helena affording all the conveniences and luxuries that entails.

$1,695,000

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St. Helena

Modern Oasis in St. Helena -

Magnificent execution of a modern oasis with high-end bespoke design. This contemporary home with crisp & clean geometric lines compliment minimalist luxury. Truly an estate exemplifying the epitome of style, taste, & architecture for the modern ages. Property offered furnished with some exclusions.

$4,950,000

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Napa

Magnificent Custom Estate -

European style estate was built with timeless architectural design, exceptional craftsmanship details and luxurious custom features throughout. Sited on 1+ level acres, approx. 5,700+ sq. ft, 4 br & 4 ½ ba, superb details at every turn. Serene & beautiful backyard is amazing park-like oasis. Upscale Beauty & Tranquility!

$2,250,000

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Smart steps to protect your vacation home when you’re away

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Calistoga map

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Chris D. Craiker: Keeping our homes safe from disasters

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St. Helena map

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Five ways to elevate your home decor through minimalism

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Yountville map

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Treat yourself close to home at some of the Napa’s best hotels

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Mexican Markets: Flavor, produce, and pride and lots and lots of avocados

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Napa’s Loan Ranger Chris Salese: Considering privately financed home loans

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Five ways to elevate your home decor through minimalism

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Gerrett Snedaker: Wine Country Real Estate Trends in August 2019

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Nine things you can do now to prepare for disaster

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Five budget-friendly projects that boost a home’s value

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Three stylish ways to personalize your kitchen

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1735 Dean York | $13,750,000 www.WineCountryLegacyEstate.com

512 Meadowood Lane | $11,850,000 www.MeadowoodLaneEstate.com

Rarely offered, this 5+/- acre setting, sited on St. Helena’s prestigious Westside, served as the inspiration for this rustic, yet refined vineyard Estate. Elevated to capture the layered views of the western hills, storied Spring Mountain and acres of vines, you’re drawn to nature at every turn.

Nestled on the hillside overlooking prestigious Meadowood Lane, the heart of the Valley and a mere stone’s throw from the world renown Meadowood Resort and exclusive private wine club, The Reserve, 512 Meadowood embodies the very essence of Wine Country starting at its’ foundation.

2009 Webber Street | $2,500,000 www.OldTownYountville.com

1530 Chablis Circle | $1,685,000 www.SunnyStHelena.com

Be the first to call 2009 Webber Street home, where your quest for perfection is realized. Tucked down a gated drive in Old Town, a mere block to the world class restaurants and ateliers, the clean lines of this classic are married with meticulously detailed design and expert craftsmanship.

This light & bright sun filled 4 bedroom (2 en suite), 3 bath home offers spacious open concept living, 4 fireplaces, expansive windows and French doors overlooking lush gardens complete with pool, koi pond, water feature, oversized 2 car garage, and private vignettes throughout the substantial .23+/- acre parcel.

235 Clark Way | $965,000 www.AngwinRetreat.com

170 Edgewood Place| $929,000 www.AngwinSolitude.com

Move in! Stone walls and walkways lead you to this beautifully updated 3,802+/- sq.ft., 5 bedroom/3 bath home. Sited on 1.2+/- acres of old growth trees, the low maintenance, private setting allows one to relax on the expansive decking with nature as your backdrop.

Lori Vernon Gagetta

Luxury Property Specialist | Lic. 01280656 (707) 974-2730 lgagetta@cbnapavalley.com www.LoriVernonGagetta.com

Rental INCOME from the LEGAL 700+/- sq ft 1 bedroom apartment with separate entrance. Spacious 3 Bedroom/3 Bath main house sited on a private 1 acre +/- wooded hillside providing solitude and unobstructed views of tree top living within a courtyard setting. Vaulted ceilings, expansive windows and doors, Azek Premium decking.

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elcomes you into this Contemporary European style home. Two story entry opens into a large foyer and formal Dining Room, Great Room w/fireplace and a chef’s kitchen. Spacious master suite w/fireplace and sitting area. Additional features include a wine cellar, heated tile floors, venetian plastered walls, and a large utility room. Plenty of room for entertaining w/the roof deck, outdoor bar and bocce ball court. $2,595,000

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ocated in serene and peaceful Knights Valley, just 10 minutes from Calistoga, this 20 acre parcel offers so many possibilities. Main home is almost 3500 square feet of living space constructed around a center courtyard with potential for main house and granny or guest unit. Home is surrounded by olive trees and redwoods. Per Crop Care report, possible 7 acres could be planted to vineyard or there is plenty of room for horses. Selective trimming would open up beautiful views. Buildings need TLC, but this could be the perfect estate site. $1,150,000

LIVE IN A DESIREABLE CALISTOGA NEIGHBORHOOD

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unny 3 bedroom, 2 bath, single story home with a great floor plan and professionally landscaped yard. Inviting living room with vaulted ceiling, built in bookshelves, formal dining room and family room w/fireplace. Kitchen opens to breakfast nook overlooking a private backyard. Close to downtown, tennis, and golf course. $895,000 Sharon Carone, Broker

Darlene Brissard, Realtor

Brian Durnian, Broker

Ziggy Gutierrez, Realtor

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harming older two-bedroom, two bath home on a corner lot located close to downtown Calistoga. Welcoming front porch with a vintage front door that leads you to the front parlor and den. Open country kitchen with dining area and a laundry room with access to the patio area and side yard. Detached two car garage. $705,000

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eautiful level building site affording panoramic valley views looking at the Palisades, Calistoga, down valley and across Bennett Lane to the Western hills. Old survey on file, well report - 6.5 gpm appears limited by pump size per report, perc test on file. Sellers are currently working on the driveway to meet new Napa County standards. Room for a hobby vineyard. This parcel is located just 1/2 mile past Tubbs lane just above Chateau Montelena. $795,000

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eautiful 7.66 acre parcel located in the Carneros District. Oaks 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. Attached map shows approx. 6+/- acres plantable.

Small pond on property. Property backs up to the Carneros Inn. $1,695,000

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4 units garden apartments are all one-bedroom units comprised of a living room, kitchen, bedroom, private patio and an attached garage on one level. Units were built in 1986 and originally approved and designated for 55+ senior living. Main entry leads into the common recreation room with fireplace and opens to a landscaped interior garden area. Conveniently located just a few blocks from downtown shopping, restaurants and transportation. $2,850,000

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ust over 7 acres with a ranch style home, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, large picturesque windows with views overlooking Calistoga, updated kitchen with cathedral ceiling, granite countertops, and plenty of room to create your own mini-ranch, just 15 minutes from Calistoga. $799,000

Sharon Carone, Broker

Darlene Brissard, Realtor

1473 C LINCOLN AVENUE CALISTOGA, CA 94515

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ith addition in back creating two potential living units on a large 14,400 square foot lot zoned R2. Property has a well, and numerous fruit trees, and is located just a few blocks to downtown Calistoga. $780,000

Brian Durnian, Broker

Ziggy Gutierrez, Realtor

Keeping our homes safe from

DISASTERS CHRIS D. CRAIKER AIA/NCARB

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he way architects and engineers approach building safety and protection has changed significantly since that fateful day September 11, 2001. We have learned that we are not only vulnerable to external calamities such as earthquakes, storms and flooding, but also terrorists, vandals and just plain, mean people. There are lessons to learn for all of us.

The general assumption CHRIS has been blast-containment CRAIKER is the most critical issue.

The general argument after 9/11 was that new buildings must have heavier fire-resistive exteriors to protect against all forms of mayhem, either human or nature inflicted. Since then the focus has turned to the need for safe and speedy evacuation during any emergency.

Structurally, making a building safe from external blast is proving to be less important than the most significant failing of the WTC towers. Progressive floor collapse or “pancaking” is the real danger of mid-20th Century construction. We’ve seen this in earthquakes and terrorist attacks.

Commercial building and even homeowners of wood framed two or three story structures built in this era should have the support systems reviewed by a structural engineer for resistance to sudden jolting calamities that can occur virtually instantaneously.

Every building, home or apartment should include extra precautions to ensure continued essential services. This includes emergency service access, utility protection and secured premises. Means of exiting even a one-story single-family home should be maintained at all times in a safe as well as secure path of travel. Stairways and hallways, even short ones, should be secured, well lit, preferably with a battery back-up, and kept clear. Non-structural elements should be properly secured. This is required by the Building Code but is often ignored by builders and homeowners. In even a 14 | DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES

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light earthquake, a shaking bookcase can be a killer.

In the 2014 earthquake the Napa downtown Safeway building not only had severe structural damage, but the ceiling tiles and cabinets were so loose, virtually the whole ceiling was on the floor and cabinets were moved five feet if not flat on the floor. My house survived well but I lost two trash cans of glass art off the shelves.

The configuration and location of a building should minimize a vehicle ramming the entry or portions of the structure.

This may sound neurotic, but even Feng Shui, the ancient Chinese art of aesthetics and planning, believed a house at the end of a street is in jeopardy of evil spirits or bandits crashing into the structure. It just makes practical sense.

Safe havens should be considered in the design of a residence. A “Safe Room” doesn’t have to be a concrete bunker, but a part of a house that can easily be accessed in an earthquake or catastrophic event.

We live in an era of chemical and biological mayhem that can be caused by terrorist, vandals or stupid truck drivers.

Home and building owners should check their most vulnerable entrée: exterior air intakes or exhausts. Every building draws

air, usually at ground or eye-level, that we take for granted and is often available for dangerous admission. At the very least, make sure grade level vents are locked or protected by a heavy grate.

Probably the single best defense for a disaster is vigilance, keen observation and simple considerations. Every home and building should have clear diagrams for exiting and how to respond in emergencies.

There is no reason why young children can’t be educated how to get out of a building in an emergency. You are not immune and neither are our families. If the average life of most building is 50 years, we need to start think about Resilience and Sustainability for longer building life.

The chances are, an external catastrophic emergency requiring immediate evacuation in that lifetime.

The bottom line is; there is no way to tell how safe is safe. Often design is a compromise between dreams, aspirations and economics, but when it comes to human safety, always take the high road.

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AI and has the Google Assistant built-in so you can control your compatible smart home devices with just your voice.

CHOOSE FURNISHINGS WITH CLEAN LINES When you’re selecting new furniture for your minimalist rooms, look for high-quality, standout pieces designed with clean lines, with no fussy design details or busy patterns. Don’t acquire more furniture than the room really needs. Chances are you can do without all those end tables and extra chairs.

Make one exceptional, stylish piece of furniture be the focal point for each room, and don’t over-furnish or over-decorate the space around it. Then avoid the urge to smother the couch or sectional with tons of blankets and throw pillows. Let the furniture speak for itself.

STREAMLINE ARTISTIC EXPRESSION Instead of filling every wall with pictures, choose just one accent wall, eliminating excessive decor elements around it. Let one work of art dominate that space, reducing any competition for attention.

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LEAVE PLENTY OF OPEN SPACE Resist the urge to fill every corner and surface of the room with ornaments and knickknacks. It’s the open space, unencumbered by any visual clutter, that creates the feeling of calm and tranquility you’re craving.

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St. Helena | $11,995,000 4 bedrooms | 4.5 baths | 6,362 SF | 5.03 ± acres Impressive & award winning wine business & inventory included in sale. The ultimate turnkey wine lifestyle with unrivaled luxury in St. Helena. This elegantly designed European home on 5 acres is surrounded by acres of vines that provide privacy & beautiful views. Perfect for entertaining w/custom pool, open loggia with kitchen, fire pit, bocci & sport court. Estate includes 4 gorgeous fireplaces, open chef’s kitchen, stunning curved staircase.

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Napa | $10,995,000 6 bedrooms | 8 baths | 5,562 SF | 34.85 ± acres One-of-a-kind knoll top estate with panoramic views. 34+ acre gated sanctuary located close-in but a world apart.

Modern, sophisticated 5500+ sf residence with more than 4000 sf of outdoor terraces designed with entertaining in mind. Pool, infinity-edge spa, outdoor kitchen, loggia room and more. Hobby wine building, 3000+- Carneros appellation vines, plus the Ramspur private label and equipment. Experience Wine Country living at its finest.

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Yountville | $3,889,000 4 beds | 4 baths | 4,000 SF | 1.35± acres

Rutherford | $2,450,000 4 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 3,139 SF | .35 ± acres

Single story, eastern valley floor home Large open kitchen, massive new bonus room Huge landscaped yard with pool to entertain Outdoor dining area, raised garden beds, fruit trees

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

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Farmhouse style home with vineyard views Open floor plan, spacious master suite Loft style office area upstairs Close to downtown Yountville

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

Yountville | $1,900,000 4 bedrooms | 3 baths | 1,876 SF

Napa | $1,450,000 Buildable Lot | 1 ± acre

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Artfully appointed home offered furnished Open & flowing layout for easy living Creatively designed backyard for entertaining Close to wine tasting, dining & shopping

Great neighborhood location Attached garage and carport Fireplace, cathedral ceilings, large outdoor deck Near community pool & spa area

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Yountville | $1,389,000 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1,796 SF

Yountville | $775,000 2 beds | 2 baths | 1,176 SF

Yountville | $750,000 2 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | 1,154 SF

Napa | $695,000 4 beds | 2 baths | 1,779 square feet

Perfect jewel in an ideal setting Artfully renovated condo w/ designer touches Private deck off master bedroom Just blocks from downtown Yountville

Great opportunity in a great neighborhood Large corner lot on a quiet street Hidden jewel close to West Park School

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Private gated 2± acre estate above Coombsville AVA Panoramic Napa Valley Views Open floor plan, great to entertain Gentleman’s Cabernet vineyard

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Desireable Oak Circle location Beautifully updated & maintained SS Appliances/stone slab counters Just blocks from downtown Yountville

Meticulously maintained home Open floorplan, cherry floors, spacious kitchen Custom Redwood Pergola, extensive stone hardscaping

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Treat yourself close to home at some of the Napa’s best hotels When vacation time, finances and childcare are limited, there’s nothing like a quick staycation to give yourself a muchneeded reboot.

As a local travel writer, I’ve been fortunate to have the opportunity to play tourist and stay at more than a dozen inns, hotels, and resorts throughout Napa Valley, but some stand out in my memory more than others.

From bathtubs the size of my entire bathroom to luxury pools and total tranquility, I’ve rounded up my top five spots for a relaxing staycation.

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THE SETTING INN NAPA VALLEY True to its name, The Setting Inn (formerly Napa Vineyard Inn) sits in quite the setting. Surrounded by vineyards, it’s incredibly tranquil with a handful of vignettes for simply hanging out with a glass of wine or eating dinner in. Post up on the deck, by the fire pit, or inside the barn. The latter has been completely remodeled with chic furnishings and a massive living wall that reads “These are the days” in gold lettering, which feels oh so true while you’re there.

The large and luxe rooms of this 1901 farmhouse, each named after a Napa Valley AVA, are clean and modern with a mixture of textures (wood, leather, and woven baskets and rugs) and playful touches in the form of message boards, Yoga mats, and tic tac toe. All rooms have heated floors, a soaking tub, in-room fireplace and private balcony.

In the morning, a basket of Bouchon Bakery

pastries is dropped at your door with fresh orange juice.

If you’ve always wanted to workout on a Peloton, here’s your chance, or you can take a complimentary electric bike for a spin.

Situated in Napa’s Oak Knoll District, The Setting Inn is just steps from the Napa Valley Vine Trail and a short pedal to Yountville.

HOTEL YOUNTVILLE Hotel Yountville’s French countryside vibe exudes romance and has the makings of the perfect couple’s getaway. The stone exterior and interior details like four-poster canopy beds, vaulted ceilings, fireplaces, and tranquil patios make your stay extra cozy. Premium rooms have luxury bathrooms the size of a living room, a soaking tub that can easily fit two (I tested it), and a shower that doubles as a steam room—a welcome amenity the morning after cocktails at Lucy.

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secluded; surrounded by trees and fire pits, it’s hard to believe you’re in the middle of Yountville, not perched on a country hill.

The spa is a recent addition to the resort and boasts an extensive menu of massages, facials and body treatments. Whatever you do, don’t leave without breakfast at the hotel’s Heritage Oak Restaurant. The brioche French toast with vanilla mascarpone, caramelized Asian pears and almond crumble is life changing.

HOTEL VILLAGIO Yountville’s Hotel Villagio is worth a stay for the stunning marbled bathroom alone, where right next to the standalone soaking tub sits a Champagne bucket, ready to make all your “Pretty Woman” dreams come true.

Formerly the Villagio Inn & Spa, the Villagio Hotel opened in 2018 following a multi-million dollar makeover and the best word to describe it is, simply, “cool.” This vibe is felt immediately upon entering the lobby, which is designed like a high-fashion man cave with a seamless blend of masculine materials — brick, leather, wood, and metal – a fireplace, billiards table and a gorgeous bar serving up original craft cocktails and snacks.

Glass doors open up to create an indoor/outdoor space and it’s really no wonder why this is the new Happy Hour hot spot in town.

Feelings of warmth mixed with sophistication carry over to the rooms, which have outdoor balconies and decks, mahogany headboards, leather chairs and wood-burning fireplaces. The hotel’s renovations also included an updated pool and a new spa (now one of the largest in Wine Country), but one of the biggest perks of a stay here is actually the breakfast. In the morning, an epic, European-style buffet replaces the lobby’s billiards table and it’s offered until 11 a.m., allowing you to sleep in.

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memorable stay. Rooms are contemporary and neutral toned, and if you splurge for one of the dens, you’ll have your own outdoor balcony with a fireplace, a living room area and a wet bar complete with bar tools, microwave, refrigerator and wine fridge (so you might want to make a trip to your cellar before heading out).

Breakfast Conveniently at the Hotel located in the heart Villagio of downtown Napa, there are dining, shopping and wine tasting options abound.

Without even walking a block, you can visit the new Mayacamas tasting room, or grab a glass of wine you’ve never heard of from Compline. But if you want to make it a true staycation, Charlie Palmer Steak and the Sky & Vine Rooftop Bar are just a quick elevator ride from your room (and those with balconies can order curated food and beverage trays right to their door). Also on the rooftop is the fitness center, spa, soaking pool and the farthest-reaching views in all of Napa.

CALISTOGA MOTOR LODGE & SPA This spot isn’t as luxurious and amenity-filled as the others on this list — or as its neighbors, Solage Resort and Indian Springs — but it definitely wins for most trendy, fun and affordable. Formerly the Sunburst Calistoga, this 1940s roadside hotel completed a serious facelift under new ownership in 2017, reopening as the Calistoga Motor Lodge & Spa. The vintage-chic rooms are minimalist, but also light-filled and far from the stereotypes associated with the standard motel room (for starters, they have walk-in rainfall showers and fresh-ground, organic pour-over coffee). The Great American Road Trip is the theme, carried out in nostalgia-inducing elements like camper banquet seating, which

The bathroom at the Hotel Villagio.

A room at the Hotel Yountville.

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in some rooms converts into a double bed, bulletin boards with maps, analog games and Hula Hoops. With a calendar full of creative and outdoor activities, a stay here feels like attending an adult summer camp.

But the best reason for booking is the opportunity to simply relax by the trio of geothermal pools and at the Moonacre Spa & Baths, designed as a hip and colorful play on classic European bathhouses. You can get the usual body treatments, but also modern-day twists on the mud bath or a soothing mineral soak that takes place in a claw foot tub with a rubber ducky at hand.

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here is a theme that rises to the top when you walk through the front door of Mexican markets scattered across Napa County. Everything, it seems, tastes better than big-box, corporate supermarkets. Especially the avocados.

“I come here about every two weeks, many times just to buy avocados,” said Eden Ortega, shopping at the Azteca Market at 789 Main Street, in St. Helena. “I buy them for cooking.”

Avocados, it appears, are one of the major

draws at Mexican markets. Avocados in the big grocery stores, Ortega said, are small.

“Here, they are huge. And they are cheaper. You don’t have to go to Safeway and pay full price.” The avocados he is buying today will be taken home where Ortega will simmer them in a tasty marinara sauce and then serve them with pasta. It will also be hot. Very hot.

“I like it spicy,” he said. “More heat!”

At the Valencia Market and Taqueria at 1725 West Imola Avenue at Jefferson, Juanita Saldivar enjoys lunch, and talks about her tacos between bites. This, she said, is not fast food. “I know these are made in house.”

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organisms that are known to cause health risks, she added, “There are no GMO’s. I come here because I know it is healthy,” she said.

Saldivar enjoys both the flavors of a Mexican market and the community. Born and raised in St. Helena, Saldivar spent a childhood where Mexican businesses were always a part of the picture. Yet, she said, the growth of Mexican markets across Napa is a fairly recent occurrence. They were not prevalent in the 1980s when she was growing up, and now, “Mexican markets are all over town.”

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Juanita Saldivar enjoys fish tacos at Valencia Market and Taqueria on West Imola Avenue.

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Customer service comes first for Supervisor Carla Arvalos and Alan Ramirez at Azteca Market in St. Helena.

Foothill Boulevard in Calistoga. The market was busy, yet no one seemed to be waiting.

There was constant motion. People came and went, and came and went, this busy lunch hour. Ramirez, leaning against the counter while answering questions, took it all in. His eyes scanning the market watching what was going on.

Because a lot of business comes from word of mouth, “Customer service is a priority,” he said. “We focus more on our customers than workers do at other stores.

Customer needs come first.”

The pace of everyday life really does seem to slow down once a customer walks through the doors of a Mexican market.

Everyday tensions seem to melt away.

Patrons are greeted by employees who know them. Conversation flows freely.

Customer Kelsey Hertig of Yountville knows it. She came to Puerto Vallarta Market to meet her friend for lunch. Hertig said the feeling of community could not be beat.

“I come here so often I know who works here. The familiarity is wonderful, and the food is great,” she said. Hertig had just finished lunch on the busy patio with her friend, Jean Filipelli of Calistoga. Both women work in the wine industry.

“The food here is amazing,” Filipelli said.

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Eden Ortega likes Azteca Market in St. Helena’s avocados and ample parking.

Along with great prices, Filipelli called out – really, of all things – the avocados.

“I wish I would have bought my avocados here, instead of more expensive ones at the supermarket,” she said. “The price is great. And the ones here taste better.”

Like any food industry calling Napa home, Mexican markets are becoming integrated into the fabric of everyday Napa life.

They usually offer lower prices, convenience, and many times, even easier parking, which is a factor to anyone who has ever wanted to get into and out of a market quickly.

Eden Ortega, who was shopping earlier at the Azteca Market in St. Helena, is one such person. The market’s large parking lot in the back is a major draw. “It is really easy to pull in here, get what I need, and leave.

Parking is not a hassle here.”

Mexican markets are also a mainstay for some Napa chefs. Chef Ignacio Beltran, at Gran Electrica at 1313 Main Street in Napa, comes to Mexican markets all the time for restaurant needs. He especially likes La Morenita Market at 2434 Jefferson at Lincoln Avenue, mostly for dry spices.

He too has an avocado connection. Beltran buys avocado leaves for the restaurant specifically at this market because of their quality. He toasts the leaves, pulverizes them and stirs the mixture into his guacamole.

Beltran also turns to Mexican markets for more than avocado leaves when he is short of other produce. He likes the extensive selection of dried and fresh foods at Mexican markets, from spices to cactus petals, and fresh melting cheeses to, yes, avocado leaves.

It seems customers always find a great mix of community, taste and especially fresh products at Mexican markets. As Ramirez at the Puerto Vallarta Market in Calistoga, points out, “People come here specifically from our produce.”

Especially, it seems, avocados.

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About privately financed

HOME LOANS T he term “privately financed” typically means that funds for a project or business or personal endeavor come from the private sector and not the public.

Depending on what you are trying to do and how you are trying to do it, there are different strategies involved.

For example, when you finance a home, you can obtain a loan from a bank or from a private individual or entity. In some scenarios you can even do both.

In today’s low rate and high equity environment, CHRIS SALESE conditions are fantastic to leverage private real estate financing.

Let’s say the home you are trying to purchase has very little debt or no debt on the property. This means the seller is flush with equity.

If you have the opportunity, you should consult with your realtor on whether the seller would be willing to offer some form of secondary financing to go along with your first mortgage. The seller should then consult with their tax advisor on the pros and cons of doing such.

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This is a common request if you are investing some of your own funds toward the purchase.

But it’s not as common if you are attempting to make the purchase with the least amount of funds as possible out of your pocket because sellers won’t have much equity left to buffer themselves in the event of a market shift.

Ironically, this is the exact position that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac face in terms of having a small amount of your own funds invested into a purchase when using their low down-payment home loan programs.

It’s also the reason why there are conversations brewing in our government to move Fannie and Freddie off the public platform and into the private sector.

Anyhow, it’s acceptable to structure private secondary seller financing using an interest rate that’s 2 percent below the current standard rates for second mortgages.

If the current standard rate is 5.25 percent for a second mortgage, which is today’s prime rate, then that means you could use a rate as low as 3.25 percent for your privately financed second note.

The repayment terms for secondary financing must provide for regular

payments that cover interest due so negative amortization doesn’t occur.

There are a few other details too, however, they’re different from one application to the next. Alternatively, you can use private financing in a first lien position too.

By using private secondary financing, it’s another way for you to avoid paying some form of mortgage insurance and for the seller to pick-up a revenue stream via note income on whatever rate you can agree on.

In addition, it could be a potential tax tool for the seller, based on their tax strategy with their advisor.

Lastly, it gives both you and a seller the ability to work through more mutually beneficial terms when a secondary privately financed note is 2 percent less than current standard rates for second mortgages.

Combined with today’s low rate first mortgages, this could be a win-win scenario for all parties involved.

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While disappointing, his decision proved to be a decisive moment. It became the motivation Macias needed to change his entire life—at just 13 years old.

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And he has. In dramatic fashion. Now 14 and heading into eighth grade at Vintage High School, Macias shed almost 50 pounds this past year and weighs in at a relatively fit and svelte 252 pounds. And his new physique blends well with the huge Afro he sports, which must be the envy of everyone who sees it. He hopes to slim down even more.

Macias credits his ability to lose weight and keep it off to the support he received from his family and OLE dietitians. He now eats smaller and healthier portions of food at meals. And he looks forward to his health care appointments at OLE. “I like OLE,” Macias said. “The people there are really nice.”

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could be the poster boy for OLE Health’s new Napa Valley Vintners South Napa Campus building; a $32 million health care center in the South Napa Century Center. He embodies the resolve, fortitude, and execution that OLE Health would like to see in all the children they treat.

“We take care of 8,000 children a year,” said Alicia Hardy, chief executive officer at OLE Health, with 40 to 45 percent of these kids being obese. “It is an “epidemic,” she said. OLE’s new building was specifically designed to provide the best care possible for patients, especially for the childre, she said.

Our care here is “under one roof, in a setting that was planned to be calming, peaceful, and reflective,” Hardy said. “This is a state-of-theart building.”

SENDING A MESSAGE OLE’s Director of Behavioral Health Jamie Bongiovi says that the building itself sends a message to patients.

“The space has positive effects,” she said. “There is a lot of light and high vaulted ceilings that provide natural space.”

Looking outside the windows, patients and staff see marshes and ducks. It is naturally calming and, Bongiovi explained, being exposed to sunlight is a natural anti-depressant.

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OLE Health’s new $32 million south Napa campus.

Designed and built over the past two years with major grants from the Napa Valley Vintners and others, Bongiovi said, the building sends a message to patients that “we care about you and you deserve the best.”

Napa Valley Vintners was the major funder of the new OLE building.

The Vintners help people by providing free or low-cost health care through OLE. “OLE is our single, largest grantee and partner,” Linda Reiff, President and CEO of Napa Valley Vintners said. “It serves one in every six adults and one in every four children in Napa County.”

TEACHING CHILDREN TO TAKE CARE OF THEMSELVES “Napa has one of the nation’s highest rates of obesity,” said

Macias’ mother Cynthia, who is now a proponent of health care for children after witnessing Omar’s dramatic weight loss.

“People don’t always see the big picture, or understand what obesity is,” she said. “Children need to start early and be taught and learn how to take care of themselves.” Omar is a case in point. He now cooks for himself. He eats a lot of fruits and vegetables, and he said, he loves cucumbers.

Perhaps Macias’ greatest transformation now that he has his weight under control is his new sense of self confidence. “I was teased in elementary school about my weight,” he said. Now, heading into the eighth grade at Vintage High School, the hurtful comments have stopped.

With a wide grin, he said, “I don’t get teased anymore.”

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NAPA COUNTY LUXURY HOMES If one takes the highest

last month. There is just a one months supply of inventory based on the current sales pace. The Days on Market for homes that closed in American Canyon last month was 41 days. The median price of UPVALLEY NAPA COUNTY the 16 homes that closed in The inventory of homes and American Canyon in August ($515,000) was 6% below the condominiums for sale in the median price of a year ago Up Valley Napa County mar($550,000). ket (Angwin, Calistoga, Deer Park, Oakville, Rutherford, St. MOBILE HOMES IN Helena and Yountville) at the NAPA COUNTY end of August (165) is 39% The inventory of available higher than the level of 119 in August 2018 and it is 2.5% mobile homes for sale in Napa County at the end of August ahead of the level last month (161). There were 21 new sales is 48 homes. This is 14% ahead of the number of mobile in the month compared to 23 homes available in August a year ago and 17 last month.

2018 (42) and it is 4% ahead There is now a 7.9 months of the number of available supply of inventory based on homes last month (46). There NAPA the current sales pace. The were 14 new mobile home sales Fifty-four percent of the Days on Market for the 18 in August. This is 133% ahead inventory in Napa County is closings last month was 94 of the pace of sales in August in the City of Napa. There days. Approximately 62% of 2018 (6) (a twelve month low are 264 available homes and the Luxury Market inventory condominiums in inventory at (price in excess of $2,300,000) in that month) and it is 27% ahead of the pace of sales last the end of August in the City in Napa County is in the Up month (12). There is a 3.4 of Napa. This is 33% ahead of Valley Market (75 homes). months supply of inventory the supply at the end of August There were five luxury home 2018 (224) and it is 2% ahead (price in excess of $2,300,000) based on the current sales pace. of the inventory at the end closings in the Up Valley Mar- The average days on market of the 11 mobile homes closed in of last month (258). This is ket last month and three new August was 101 days and the the highest inventory in the luxury home sales. median price was $185,000.

City of Napa for any month This median price is 6% in the past seven years. New AMERICAN CANYON ahead of the median price of sales (97) were 33% ahead of There are 15 available $175,000 in August 2018. the pace of August 2018 (73) homes and condominiums in and they were 29% ahead of inventory at the end of August Gerrett Snedaker, CRB, is a the pace of last month (83). in American Canyon. This is There is a 2.7 months supply 50% below the inventory a Broker/Partner with Better of inventory based on the cur- year ago (30) and it is 32% Homes and Gardens Real rent sales pace. The Days on below the supply last month Estate|Wine Country Group.

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NAPA COUNTY The inventory of homes and condominiums available for sale in Napa County at the end of August (489) is 21% ahead of the inventory in August 2018 (404) and it is slightly ahead of the inventory last month (483). This is the highest GERRETT SNEDAKER inventory in Napa County in the past seven years. 49% of the inventory in Napa County (240 properties) is priced at $1,000,000 or above. New sales (141) are 26% ahead of the pace of last year (112) and are also 26% ahead of the 112 sales last month. There is a 3.5 months supply of inventory based on the current sales pace. The Days on Market for homes closing in Napa County is currently 75 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 107 homes closed in August in Napa County ($685,000) is 4% below the median price of a year ago ($715,000).

quartile (25%) of available inventory as the “Luxury Market”, the Luxury Market begins at $2,300,000 in Napa County at this time. The number of closings (66) of Luxury Homes (sales price in excess of $2,300,000) in Napa County for the period 9/1/18 to 8/31/19 compared to 57 closings in the period 9/1/17 to 8/31/18. There are 121 luxury homes in inventory at the end of August 2019 compared to 98 at the end of August 2018.

There were 7 new Luxury Home sales last month resulting in a 17 months supply of available Luxury Homes based on the current sales pace compared to 3.5 months supply for the County as a whole.

The median price of the homes that closed in the City of Napa in August was $695,000. This is about equal to the median price of the homes closed in August 2018 ($699,000).

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NAPA COUNTY’S LATEST HOME SALES* ADDRESS

RECORD DATE

SALE PRICE BED BATH SQ FT YR BLT

American Canyon

Single Family

25 LARKSPUR ST 328 KENT WAY 14 EISENHOWER CT 114 HEARTHSTONE DR 40 CORVINA WAY 151 LOS ALTOS 114 HORIZON WAY 709 CAPRA DR 15 KAREN DR 708 CAPRA DR 113 KIMBERLY DR 709 DEERFIELD DR 104 CORSICANA DR 1913 ELLIOTT DR 220 W CAROLYN DR 15 DANIEL DR 290 KENT PL 254 SHEFFIELD WAY 755 WESTPARK 102 FORD DR 82 SIERRA VISTA 7 PALESTRINA CT 39 VIA MARCIANA 322 SUMMERWOOD DR 67 HIGHRIDGE CT 6 PALENCIA CT 400 BETTONA WAY

8/1 4/11 8/1 5/7 7/3 7/18 8/1 7/19 7/22 8/15 7/31 7/23 8/20 7/11 8/13 8/9 7/25 7/23 7/31 8/16 7/23 7/23 7/26 8/16 7/22 7/25 8/7

$126,000 $132,000 $202,000 $228,500 $302,000 $320,000 $323,000 $341,000 $387,000 $388,000 $410,000 $415,000 $437,500 $439,000 $470,000 $515,000 $520,000 $525,000 $530,000 $553,000 $575,000 $625,000 $625,000 $625,000 $650,000 $660,000 $684,500

4 4 5 4 3 3 4 4 3 4 3 3 3 4 3 3 4 4 4 7 4 5 4 4 5 5 4

14 TRUMAN CT

7/26

$740,000

7

Calistoga

3 3 3 3 3 1 4 2 1 2 2 3 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3 3 3 3

1,941 2,447 3,862 2,829 1,351 987 2,969 1,416 1,104 1,290 1,316 1,502 1,032 1,290 1,032 1,786 1,903 2,003 1,627 3,862 1,982 2,746 2,233 2,811 2,822 3,024 2,796

1992 1989 2003 2007 2006 1954 2006 1968 2002 1968 1970 1994 1957 1967 1957 2000 1988 1986 1994 2004 1989 2004 2003 2010 2001 2002 2001

3 3,862 2003 Single Family

1505 CEDAR ST 1401 LAKE ST 2419 JANIS WAY 1809 AURORA DR 1314 BERRY ST 1569 CENTENNIAL CIR

7/29 8/7 8/8 7/15 8/16

$605,000 $617,000 $685,000 $710,000 $776,500

2 3 4 2 4

2 2 2 2 2

8/8

$999,000

3

2 2,071 1989

Napa

1,338 1,015 1,440 1,059 1,479

1955 1930 1976 1996 1914

Single Family

2741 STILES CT 805 OMAHA CT 3701 NORFOLK ST 4301 DALE DR 115 CESTA ST 42 HARRISON AVE 2006 EUCLID AVE 2737 ELM ST 2421 SECOND ST 2222 BERKS ST 2022 IDA ST 1127 SHAR CIR 30 CHELSEA AVE 1491 SHERMAN AVE 2489 MERCED ST 107 HOMEWOOD AVE 221 COLLIER BLVD 2044 SOMMER ST 2611 ADRIAN ST 1712 HEMLOCK ST 2288 KATHLEEN DR 2505 MACMILLAN ST 938 CAYETANO DR 3125 KINGSTON AVE 1248 REGINA DR 2783 ILLINOIS ST 480 PICKWICK DR 1906 LECAIR CT 642 CUNARD DR 3525 BECKWORTH DR 3450 TWIN OAKS DR

7/31 7/10 7/12 7/22 8/8 7/11 7/29 8/13 7/19 8/14 7/19 7/22 7/31 8/5 8/14 8/5 7/29 8/6 8/5 8/20 7/24 8/1 7/29 7/30 8/5 7/15 7/24 7/26 8/9 7/16 7/22

$160,500 $243,000 $300,000 $355,000 $385,000 $480,000 $499,000 $500,000 $500,000 $500,000 $520,000 $529,500 $530,000 $530,000 $535,000 $539,000 $540,000 $548,000 $550,000 $550,000 $559,000 $565,000 $565,000 $567,000 $569,000 $570,000 $580,000 $590,000 $600,000 $600,000 $600,000

5 3 3 4 3 2 4 3 4 4 2 3 3 3 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 4 3 4 3 4

4 3 2 2 1 1 2 1 1 2 1 2 1 2 2 2 1 2 2 2 1 2 3 2 2 1 2 3 2 2 2

3,500 2,039 1,080 1,492 950 765 1,404 944 1,116 1,216 1,337 1,216 855 1,203 1,070 1,378 1,153 1,080 1,469 1,236 1,208 1,080 1,715 1,208 1,281 932 1,383 1,714 1,765 1,408 1,568

1971 2005 1959 1959 1952 1941 1953 1952 1925 1959 1962 1984 1941 1967 1957 1996 1957 1965 1950 1940 1954 1963 1987 1960 1962 1952 1955 1989 1971 1956 1973

ADDRESS

RECORD DATE

SALE PRICE BED BATH SQ FT YR BLT

34 BANCAL CT 7/10 $605,000 4410 MEADOWLARK DR 8/6 $610,000 1415 RUBICON ST 7/15 $610,000 15 BLACK WALNUT LN 7/31 $612,500 2524 MACMILLAN ST 7/25 $615,000 3770 DOVER ST 8/6 $620,000 800 PENSIVE CT 8/9 $621,500 1025 MATT DR 7/12 $625,000 265 ROOSEVELT ST 7/12 $625,000 2351 STONEHOUSE DR 7/31 $630,000 1400 TALLAC ST 7/15 $630,000 1925 YAJOME ST 8/9 $635,000 750 SOMERSET PL 7/23 $639,000 1339 C ST 7/30 $640,000 2024 THIRD ST 7/10 $645,000 4423 DOVE CT 7/26 $650,000 8 GLENWOOD DR 7/30 $655,000 20 BROMLEY CT 8/13 $665,000 2773 CLIFFORD ST 7/19 $665,000 206 S SEYMOUR ST 7/19 $669,000 3955 BRIARWOOD ST 7/12 $685,000 3973 DUNHILL ST 7/17 $692,000 $695,000 1073 BROADMOOR DR 8/7 3301 SHADOW HILL LN 7/17 $697,000 3978 RALEIGH ST 7/15 $710,000 4238 PRESIDIO WAY 7/16 $715,000 1033 ERMINE ST 7/24 $729,000 4105 PRIMROSE WAY 7/16 $730,000 1519 MEEK AVE 7/23 $730,000 2555 DARROCH CT 8/14 $740,000 887 LIBERTY DR 8/7 $742,000 3982 LUCERO ST 7/10 $745,000 3579 TWIN OAKS DR 8/16 $750,000 1600 RAINIER AVE 8/6 $755,000 4516 STILLSON ST 8/14 $755,000 1015 HAGEN RD 8/8 $765,000 28 HARVARD LN 7/25 $774,000 1022 MCCORMICK LN 7/26 $775,000 1203 CAYETANO DR 7/24 $780,000 3560 ARGYLE ST 8/9 $785,000 1031 TERRACE DR 8/16 $788,000 28 BLACKBERRY DR 8/13 $795,000 3425 SCENIC DR 8/15 $800,000 1750 COLEMAN ST 8/20 $827,500 567 SEYMOUR ST 7/31 $830,000 2067 W LINCOLN AVE 7/10 $840,000 1433 CENTER ST 8/6 $841,000 3315 COVEY CT 8/2 $849,000 1011 WYATT AVE 7/25 $850,000 347 ST ANDREWS DR 7/12 $859,000 3993 LUCERO ST 7/22 $875,000 147 ALMOND AVE 7/30 $875,000 1126 DEERFIELD DR 7/23 $889,000 2259 THIRD ST 8/12 $895,000 605 PATCHETT ST 7/26 $897,000 22 SEA BREEZE CT 7/31 $905,000 1876 BROWN ST 7/22 $920,000 1188 LA HOMA DR 8/2 $965,000 141 RIORDAN LN 7/31 $1,062,500 2118 OAK ST 8/14 $1,094,000 3323 LINDA MESA WAY 7/15 $1,125,000 426 TROON DR 7/12 $1,165,000 3350 CRESTVIEW WAY 7/15 $1,180,000 199 SKYLARK WAY 7/23 $1,225,000 1175 WYATT AVE 8/15 $1,279,000 10 RENO CT 7/19 $1,295,000 8/1 $1,300,000 38 PENINSULA CT 34 LIGHTHOUSE CT 8/12 $1,315,500 1043 LA QUINTA CT 7/24 $1,346,500 1533 G ST 8/1 $1,350,000 1238 ANDERSEN RANCH LN7/25 $1,367,000

2 3 3 4 4 3 3 3 2 3 3 2 4 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 3 4 3 4 4 3 4 4 3 3 4 3 4 4 3 4 3 3 3 3 3 4 3 3 4 2 4 3 4 4 3 3 5 2 3 3 4 4 3 4 2 3 4 4 4

1 2 2 3 2 2 3 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 2 2 2 2 1 2 2 2 2 2 3 2 3 3 3 3 2 3 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3 2 2 2 3 1 2 3 3 4 3 2 2 2 3 2 3 4 2 2 3 3 3 4 2 2 2 4 3 4

935 1,420 1,189 1,732 1,215 1,420 2,039 1,951 1,372 1,617 1,639 1,068 1,513 944 1,136 1,522 1,188 1,629 1,534 1,464 1,468 1,474 1,170 1,644 1,546 1,968 1,788 2,297 2,147 2,128 2,189 2,015 2,102 2,810 2,001 1,838 1,747 2,277 2,067 2,001 1,947 2,768 1,659 804 1,380 1,597 986 1,859 2,309 2,743 3,493 1,800 1,873 1,352 2,669 2,077 1,696 2,290 2,844 1,348 1,659 2,195 2,691 2,949 2,405 2,827 1,855 1,891 3,107 2,013 2,678

1953 1973 1956 1996 1960 1959 2005 1972 1915 1983 1959 1896 1955 2000 1937 1973 1952 1959 1972 1949 1968 1971 1957 1988 1968 1973 2008 1991 1959 1976 2001 2005 1973 1956 1991 1968 1956 1957 2000 1971 1930 1999 1980 1915 1940 1957 1898 1979 2013 1977 2005 1940 1981 1920 1929 1995 1900 2008 2018 1920 1980 1990 1980 2011 2019 2001 1996 1990 1982 1897 2019

ADDRESS

RECORD DATE

SALE PRICE BED BATH SQ FT YR BLT

361 TROON DR 7/26 $1,368,500 329 TROON DR 8/8 $1,425,000 1232 ANDERSEN RANCH LN8/8 $1,488,000 1246 ANDERSEN RANCH LN7/10 $1,582,000 642 CHAPARRAL CIR 7/26 $2,350,000 597 MONTECITO BLVD 7/26 $2,400,000

3 4 4 4 1 5

3 2,195 1990 3 3,082 1990 4 3,633 2019 4 3,633 2019 4 3,984 1999 3 3,997 1960 Single Family

1 2 3 3 4 3 3 4 4

1 752 1930 1 825 1962 2 1,384 1966 2 1,431 1961 4 2,792 1997 2 2,303 1982 2 2,268 1992 3 3,076 1965 4 3,702 1978 Single Family

$1,110,000 $1,150,000 $2,000,000

3 3 4

2 2,199 1999 3 2,258 1999 3 3,100 1994 Condos

3462 WILLIS DR 8/1 $360,000 1068 MARINA DR 8/2 $372,000 1014 MARINA DR 7/31 $383,000 149 GOLDEN GATE CIR 7/23 $395,000 2736 ELKS WAY 7/24 $475,000 595 TROUT WAY 7/31 $479,000 2086 EVA ST 7/10 $480,000 27 VANESSA CT W 7/12 $530,000 920 MARINA DR 7/22 $571,000 918 MARINA DR 7/22 $599,000 54 VALLEY CLUB CIR 8/7 $685,000 94 FAIRWAY DR 7/17 $799,000 157 STONE MOUNTAIN CIR7/19 $1,800,000

2 2 2 2 3 2 2 2 3 3 3 2 4

2 2 2 3 2 3 3 2 3 3 3 2 4

St Helena 1125 FULTON LN 7/29 $525,000 1620 SPRING ST 7/17 $865,000 1837 SPRING MOUNTAIN CT7/30 $950,000 1953 VINEYARD AVE 8/1 $1,265,000 1181 STARR AVE 8/9 $1,750,000 1512 STOCKTON ST 8/6 $2,125,000 1770 SCOTT ST 8/15 $3,100,000 1700 DEAN YORK LN 8/7 $3,725,000 1711 SPRING ST 8/5 $4,675,000

Yountville 15 STAGS VIEW LN 5 STAGS VIEW LN 4 HARVEST CT

8/2 7/10 8/8

Napa

St. Helena 1500 VOORHEES CIR

7/31

$850,000

2 2 1,254 1984 Rural Residential

$387,500 $650,000 $972,500

2 1 4 3 5 6 Rural

1,008 1948 2,199 1992 3,594 2011 Residential

$315,000 $340,000 $450,000

2 2 3 2 3 1 Rural

1,035 1968 1,435 1969 1,152 1974 Residential

Angwin 320 COLLEGE AVE 7/15 100 COLD SPRINGS RD 8/16 375 S WHITE COTTAGE RD7/31

Berryessa 410 REDROCK LN 313 CARLSON WAY 214 JASMINE CT

8/7 8/2 7/25

Calistoga 471 CRYSTAL SPRINGS RD7/24 $850,000 481 CRYSTAL SPRINGS RD7/16 $2,100,000

Napa 4520 REDWOOD RD 2119 FIRST AVE 2085 COOMBSVILLE RD 5350 WASHINGTON ST 1008 THIRD AVE 1006 MUSTANG RD 276 KAANAPALI DR 3960 HAGEN RD

7/29 8/6 7/19 6/4 7/12 8/14 7/11 7/29

958 1972 943 1974 943 1974 1,030 1991 1,407 1988 1,602 1981 1,193 2016 1,501 1984 1,803 1980 1,803 1980 1,660 1986 1,126 1970 2,840 2000 Condos

$575,000 $950,000 $1,000,000 $1,087,500 $1,332,000 $1,440,000 $1,590,000 $3,600,000

3 2 1,314 1965 3 2 1,566 1967 Rural Residential 1 1 3 2 1 3 3 3 3 2 3 2 3 4 1 2 Rural

802 1955 2,197 1942 1,658 1987 2,128 1973 1,928 1942 1,583 1964 3,122 1984 3,786 2009 Residential

St. Helena, Rutherford, Oakville

3 3 3 2 3 2 3 4 3 4 Rural

1,566 1995 1,334 2007 2,046 1976 2,899 1998 2,262 1993 Residential

1505 S WHITEHALL LN 8540 ST HELENA HWY 7870 SILVERADO TRL

3 2 3

Pope, Chiles, Wooden Valleys 2563 HARNESS DR 7/23 555 SPUR ST 7/18 1811 SILVERADO TRL 7/24 40 LONGHORN RIDGE RD 8/6 2600 SILVERADO TRL 3/29 7/25 7/30 8/5

$82,000 $132,000 $1,150,000 $1,658,000 $2,500,000 $750,000 $890,000 $7,200,000

2 1,564 1958 1 1,016 1900 4 4,464 2018

*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. *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.

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SHAPEUP 5 budget-friendly projects that boost your home’s value BRANDPOINT Whether you plan to sell your home soon or you simply want to make your property more modern and livable, there are many things you can do to increase the value of your house. The good news is you don’t need a massive budget to make a big impact. Here are five affordable things you can do to boost your home’s bottom line.

UPDATE THE ENTRYWAY Updating the entryway provides a warm welcome to guests. Clean the space of clutter and consider adding a new sturdy doormat and plant or wreath to add a splash of style.

Of course, the focal point of the entryway is the front door, so if yours is looking drab, a fresh coat of paint can go a long way. If it’s dented and worn, consider a replacement that doesn’t cost a ton but has great return on investment: Remodeling Magazine’s 2019 Cost vs. Value reports an average national job cost of $1,826 with a 74% ROI. Brandpoint

REPLACE APPLIANCES A kitchen remodel certainly boosts a home’s value, but even a minor kitchen remodeling can surpass $20,000, with upscale remodels costing $100,000 or more.

To get that new kitchen look and feel without the big price tag, consider putting funds toward new appliances instead. Coordinating appliances for a cohesive look enhances the aesthetic of the room. Stainless steel continues to dominate in interior design, but choose the right colors for your kitchen’s unique look and you’ll love the results.

With Saniflo, you can add a complete bathroom where no drainage existed before thanks to above-floor plumbing features like a macerating toilet and drain pumps. The Saniaccess3 is a smart choice for full baths, and the Saniaccess2 is ideal for powder rooms.

ADD A BATHROOM A bathroom addition certainly boosts a home’s value, and if you are strategic about the remodel, it doesn’t have to be costly. Don’t feel limited if the space where you want to add a bathroom doesn’t have existing, below-floor drainage. With smart alternatives like Saniflo, you can add a complete bathroom virtually anywhere, thanks to above-floor plumbing technology that pumps drainage from the fixtures up to the sewer or septic-tank line. The Sanibest Pro

SWAP OUT HARDWARE Sometimes it all comes down to the details to make a space more visually appealing. It’s costly to get new vanities and cabinets in bathrooms, kitchens and entertaining spaces, but you can give the space a new look by updating the hardware. Knobs, handles, hooks and more become dated and dingy over time. Head to your local home improvement store to select new hardware in a design and finish that reflects your personality and the home’s style. Satin chrome

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is ideal for full baths, especially those used frequently by guests and children. Designed to handle sanitary products that normally should not be flushed down the toilet, the Sanibest Pro can also handle drainage from two other bath fixtures, such as a sink and a tub or shower. Keep in mind, a mid-range bathroom addition recoups 60% of cost, according to the 2019 Cost vs. Value report.

and oil-rubbed bronze are trending in 2019.

ADD CROWN MOLDING If you think crown molding is reserved just for upscale homes, you’re mistaken.

Crown molding is an affordable way to add a touch of luxury to any space, boosting value and enhancing the interior design. Crown molding is available in a variety of materials, including wood, plastic and foam. You can paint it to the color of your choice, although white is always a classic crown molding hue that adds a clean, eye-catching appearance.

Not only does crown molding boost design, it also is a clever way to cover any gaps that can emerge over time between the walls and ceiling.

You don’t need a big budget to give your home’s value a big boost. These five projects are a great way to enhance your property today with a great return on investment tomorrow.

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Heart OF THE home 3 stylish ways to personalize your kitchen BRANDPOINT

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rom cooking to conversing to entertaining, the kitchen is the heart of the home. It’s also a space that homeowners often dream of renovating. A growing trend in kitchen design is personalization, where thoughtful updates go beyond stainless-steel appliances and standard cabinetry to incorporate a host of interesting design elements.

By adding splashes of personality to your kitchen, you make the space one of a kind, and you’ll enjoy it more because it reflects your preferences and style. Consider these key ways to breathe new life into any kitchen.

SWITCH UP YOUR CABINETS Want to give your cabinets a fresh look and add pizzazz without refacing or installing new ones? Try replacing existing hardware. Just as jewelry completes an outfit, hardware adds a finished look to cabinets.

The variety of styles and materials for drawer and cabinet pulls—metals, ceramics, crystal, glass, stone—makes it easy to update your cabinets with little cost and effort. Don’t be afraid to mix and match hardware styles or experiment with shapes to add character.

Another idea is to update a few key cabinets. For instance, you can paint the cabinets above or directly beside the stove in black chalk paint, allowing you to add fun words and phrases—or even a favorite recipe—with chalk markers. You could also remove the face of several cabinets from the frame and add a clear or opaque glass insert for added visual interest and an unexpected touch of beauty.

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Don’t forget about the often-overlooked toe-kick space—the recessed area just below the cabinets—which can be enhanced with subtle styling. Consider painting this area a statement color or adding tiles for a clever update you won’t see elsewhere.

ADD VINTAGE-STYLE APPLIANCES While stainless-steel appliances are popular in modern kitchens, distinctive appliances are a great way to add personality. Elmira Stove Works offers several vintage-inspired appliance lines in a variety of designs and colors. Whether you opt to update all your appliances or choose a single statement piece, your kitchen will feel inspired.

For those who lean toward a retro or midcentury modern look, the Northstar line delivers conversation-worthy style to any kitchen. Add a fun pop of color with classic hues like tropical blue, mint green and candy red, or choose from a broad selection of custom colors. Learn more at www.elmirastoveworks.com.

The Antique line features intricately detailed appliances with historic styling.

These appliances are available in a range of traditional and custom colors, and can complement any vintage home design, including a rustic cabin, country cottage or lake house. For a turn-of-the-century feel, the Fireview stove has a visible wood-burning component that can also be

used to heat rooms.

LIGHT UP THE ROOM Proper lighting is essential for performing kitchen tasks, but that doesn’t mean it has to be boring. Lighting provides an opportunity to get creative and bring touches of personality to the kitchen. By blending practical task lighting with decorative ambient lighting, you can inject the right balance of function and fashion.

Overhead and under-cabinet lighting make it easy to chop, cut, cook and more. Add a bit of flair with a layered approach—for example, strategically mix pendant and wall lights with recessed lighting. The globes that surround light fixtures are another great place to sprinkle in some character. From glass designs in vivid hues to textured metal looks, these surrounds come in myriad shapes and sizes.

You can find your favorite kitchen lighting options at local home improvement stores or boutique lighting shops. For something truly one of a kind, visit antique shops, flea markets and home decor reclamation stores. Whether an amazing art deco chandelier or an adorable Victorian decorative table lamp, you’ll discover unexpected gems for your kitchen.

When you add personal touches, you’ll enjoy an updated, customized space that will have you cooking and entertaining in style.

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