Most Unusual Home
July 16, 2011
Among the millions for sale homes in the U.S., Forbes gathered a list of 12 properties it deems outrageous, unusual and in some cases, just plain strange. They range in price from $225,000 up to $13 million. Trulia.com, Realtor.com, Sotheby’s International Realty, Prudential Douglas Elliman and Stribling & Associates helped us find these unique abodes. Check this one out. This one is called “The Mushroom House”.
Located at:
142 Park Road
Pittsford, N.Y.
List Price: $1.1 million
Listed With RE/MAX Advance
$100 Million Home
June 19, 2011
A Russian investor has reportedly bought a Silicon Valley, Calif., mansion for a record $100 million – and plans to use it as his second home.
In a secret deal, Yuri Milner bought the 30,000-square-foot Los Altos Hills estate for the hefty price tag, according to the Wall Street Journal.
The home took eight years to build (2001-2009), and the architect William Hablinski told the Journal that “there wasn’t a real budget” when it came to the design. The Daily Mail reports that Milner doesn’t even plan to live there full time.
So what do you get for $100 million these days? Um, everything.
The five-bedroom home reportedly features a ballroom, home theater and indoor pool. Also on the French chateau-style estate: a tennis court, outdoor pool and manicured gardens.
The deal was reportedly handled by Sotheby‘s International and Keller Williams Realty.
Happy President’s Day!
February 21, 2011
Enjoy watching this video on the President’s House!
http://www.zingding.com/h/5067742211
America’s Most Expensive Home Sold by CB
January 12, 2011
I couldn’t resist sharing this home from Coldwell Banker‘s Previews International. Now this is what I call a home!!! You would need a small city to live in it. Looks fabulous however….. let’s keep dreaming.
Bel Air’s Le Belvedere, a sprawling palace in Bel Air, which sold on June 4 to an unidentified European family for as much as $72 million — was represented by two Coldwell Banker Previews International Agents.
Stacey Gottula and Joyce Rey, of Coldwell Banker Previews International, who handled the sale, are keeping the final cost under wraps, but claim that the home sets a price record for 2010. That would mean it sold for at least the $47 million that Colorado’s BootJack ranch fetched in late April–and as much as the $72 million sale price made public earlier this year. According to Gottula and Rey, Le Belvedere is also one of the largest sales ever handled by a broker–many sales this large are closed-door transactions.
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage is by far the luxury home market leader, representing the majority of luxury homes sold in our market each year.
Twelve Green New Years Resolutions for 2011
December 29, 2010
At the end of a year it is common practice for many people to want to start the new year off on the right foot. In order to help them do so they set resolutions for themselves. I personally decided that this year I am going to set twelve resolutions for going green. I am tired of being broke because of rising costs, and I have a growing concern about our environment. My thought is by going green I am addressing both of these issues.
1. Cut down on trash
When I take a close look at the amount of trash that I put out everyday even aside from the recyclables, I am shocked. I then realize that by doing some careful grocery shopping, for example, I could easily reduce the amount of trash by half.
2. Reduce electricity consumption
The hardest part here is that even though I am conscious of how much electricity we consume as being the bill payer of the house, the problem is convincing the rest of the family to conserve electricity. My resolution here focuses on getting the family to cooperate in this effort.
3. Cut down on water waste
I would have to say that this is one of my weakest areas. I have the habit of letting the water run while I brush my teeth, or rinsing the dishes with running water instead of filling the sink with rinse water. I personally can think of a multitude of steps to take here to not only save money, but reduce unnecessary waste of water.
4. Cut down on pollution
My focus here is going to be to have a family home inspection day on New Year’s day to determine how our way of living is contributing to pollution. Then throughout the year 2011, I hope to be able to implement some changes to help reduce this.
5. Buy eco friendly products
I have never given much thought to eco friendly products in the past. I have observed however that more of these products are becoming readily available on the market. There is really no inconvenience to taking a few minutes of extra time when shopping to seek out eco friendly products.
6. Find heating solutions
One of my major areas of focus is going to be on finding an alternative heating solution. I have no doubts that with my current system I am not only depleting precious commodities, but adding to the pollution.
7. Recycle
I go through the motions of recycling our weekly trash, but I have not given much thought of recycling other items in our daily living. For example, instead of taking my old tires to the dump, or throwing out clothes and furniture, these are certainly recyclable items that I have not given much thought to.
8. Give back to nature
This year instead of spending a fortune on plants that only last for the season, I am going to concentrate on planting trees and shrubs that are not only going to save me money in the long run, but are excellent for the environment as well.
9. Buy local produce
I have never given much thought before as to how much damage using imported produce for example can do to the environment. I still have much to learn about this area of going green. I have learned though that just the fuel consumption alone to transport these products is greatly adding to the air pollution alone.
10. Cut down on air pollution
I have a twofold goal here for this resolution. One is by not using my car as much, I am going to get some much needed exercise. Then, of course, there is the savings on the fuel, and the reduction of pollution that is going to fit in nicely with my going green resolutions
11.Educate
I have come to realize just by putting these resolutions together that there is much that I don’t know when it comes to going green. I can also say the same for my other family members. Therefore the focus this year will be to educate ourselves on environmental issues.
12. Sticking to it
My biggest resolution of all and the hardest is to remain determined to carry through will all of these much needed and very important resolutions that I have just outlined.
Everyone wants to better themselves, and I am hoping to do this for myself and my family by going green for 2011.
Thanks for the article Lior. Happy New Years to you and your family!
Homes With A History 2010 Tour!
September 27, 2010
Hi all Villagers and SC and History Buffs…. This is a great tour for folks that would like more of the history of our local area. I am one of them. I am also sponsoring several people of low income, if you are one, please let me know.
It will be held on October 17th from 1-4, it is great because those who have a problem with walking it includes transportation to and from the homes.
Tickets are available at the Museum of San Carlos History, 533 Laurel Street, every Saturday between 1 and 4.
More information from Jeanette at 650-591-2880 or visit our site at www.sancarloshistorymuseum.org… We will vist the McMahon Residence at 400 Hillcrest, the Tauscher Resident at 447 Hillcrest Ave. ands The Zeh House at 700 Elm Street all in San Carlos.
San Carlos Homes with a History Tour
September 17, 2010
“San Carlos Homes with a History” Tours – Oct. 17th from 1:00 – 4:00
Tour local homes of architectural and historical importance. Learn fascinating details about early San Carlos life and some little known fun facts. This year’s homes were chosen to reflect three distinctive styles of architecture.
I am really looking forward to his tour. I love the history of the past and the homes that are here in San Carlos, but also elsewhere.
San Carlos Museum’s Ice Cream Social for Free
September 16, 2010
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Memorial Day Music at the Alpine Inn, Historical Beer Garden
May 31, 2010
I went over to hear the music from a few bands at the Alpine Inn to welcome in the beginning of summer, or so we think!!! One of my friends, Bill Collins was joining the band with his harmonica. He is really good and enjoys playing with them. With the beautiful weather we are having this is a great weekend to go over there and enjoy the weather, friends and a beer or hamburger! Tell Geri and Molly “Hi” from me.
Happy Memorial Day!
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Alpine Inn in Portola Valley
April 12, 2010
Whether you want a quick workout or a leisurely spin, The Loop in Palo Alto has you covered. This popular road bike route has several iterations; the 
one we recommend is relatively short, not too demanding, and suitable for novice or advanced riders. No road bike? Rent one at Bike Connection for $35 (a bit steep, but the wheels are yours for 24 hours). The 18-mile loop passes the Stanford campus, vaunted venture-capital companies on Sand Hill Road, and multimillion-dollar estates. The most-scenic stretches are west of I-280 in the less-trafficked towns of Woodside and Portola Valley. Those on a leisurely pace can make a pit stop at the historic Alpine Inn, two-thirds of the way through the ride; at more than 150 years old, this roadhouse beer garden is one of the Peninsula’s longestrunning businesses. Finish with a mad dash or a slow ram! Either way works close for the loop.
I am prejudiced of course, since I used to fly with Geri, who helps her Mom (Molly) run the place.
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