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Carmel’s Hidden Secret ~ #Carmellifestyle#aprcarmel

May 3, 2016 Susan Clark

Shhhh . . . . I’m about to whisper a secret to you. It’s Carmel’s hidden secret.

While I was holding open one of my listings in Carmel Woods a number of years ago, a neighbor stopped in and whispered to me, “Carmel Woods is our hidden secret!” After selling a number of homes in Carmel Woods over the years, I have to agree. Removed from the tourist frenzy of Carmel-By-The-Sea, and just a few blocks from town, this peaceful neighborhood is a treasure. Residents meander through their winding wooded streets taking their daily constitutional waving to their neighbors as they go by. Home owners “in the woods” enjoy a rare intimacy with their fellow residents unknown in some of the other areas of Carmel.

GetMedia.ashx — 24457 San Juan Road ~ listed by Alain Pinel Realtors ~ offered at $2,299,000

This weekend I’ll be holding open this lovely three bedroom, two bath 2,254 SF home located at 24457 San Juan Road in Carmel Woods. Open House 1:00 – 4:00pm Saturday and Sunday May 7&8.

Isn’t it gorgeous? Built in 2005 it features amazing amenities and ocean views. And . . . . the kitchen is to die for!

Carmel Woods is located just north of the village of Carmel and includes many lovely homes situated on forested lots – many having ocean views. Good values are to be had by the savvy buyer since these homes would sell for more if they were located in Carmel-by-the-Sea — particularly if they were situated in the “Golden Rectangle” south of Ocean Avenue where so many buyers go shopping.

Come by my Open House this weekend

24457 San Juan Road, Carmel, CA

May 7th and 8th from 1:00 – 4:00pm

or give me a call for more information about this home or other properties on the Monterey Peninsula!

831-320-6801

Luxury Homes, Ocean view and Golf properties

#Scenic Road, the Jewel of #Carmel, California~Open House 4/24 2:00-4:00pm

April 20, 2016 Susan Clark 2 Comments

Open House Sunday, April 24th 2:00-4:00 pm

26357 Scenic Road, Carmel, CA ~ Offered at $5, 995,000

2BR/2BA 1,692 SF

Carmel, CA on the Monterey Peninsula is one of the most unique, amazing places in the country.

A small seaside village with a white sand beach that stretches as far as the eye can see.

Whether you’re walking the beach by day or at sunset . . . it’s magic!

Just two hours or less south of San Francisco and other Bay Area cities, this charming town is a great getaway or a lovely place to live full time. Many of the residents – myself included – ended up on the Monterey Peninsula after years of coming down for a quick getaway from San Francisco (or some other Bay Area city) and fell in love with the ambiance, the charm, and the explosion of nature that is at every turn.

As far as Carmel real estate goes, Scenic Road, which meanders along the ocean coast of Carmel, is the jewel! This prime property overlooking the Pacific Ocean with nothing in between goes for a tidy sum – price dependent on location, view, and condition of the property.

26443 Scenic Drive, Carmel offered by Alain Pinel Realtors — 26443 Scenic Drive, Carmel listed by Alain Pinel Realtors®

Three such properties are currently on the market. In addition to the first property mentioned that is OPEN this Sunday at 26357 Scenic Road (which was recently reduced by $905,000), the home shown above at 26443 Scenic Drive on Carmel Point is offered at $11,000,000.

26443 Scenic Road, Carmel, CA interior shot

This incredible 3BR/3BA 2,648 SF home is listed by one of my associates at Alain Pinel Realtors® and is extraordinary. Previously the home of the famous painter, Thomas Kinkade, it was redesigned and constructed in a contemporary luxurious design taking advantage of the amazing views of Stewart’s Cove, Point Lobos and the azure Pacific Ocean.

Bedroom — Imagine waking up in your bedroom to this view!

The third home, a 3BR/3BA 2,601 SF residence, is located on Scenic and Stewart and is offered at $8,875,000. Three very different properties ~ all waiting for your viewing.

Scenic Road at Stewart listed by Sotheby's Int'l Realty — Scenic Road at Stewart listed by Sotheby’s Int’l Realty

To view any of these homes or others on the Monterey Peninsula, call me to make an appointment or stop by my

Open House on Sunday 4/24 from 2:00-4:00pm at 26357 Scenic Road.

I’m looking forward to talking to you and helping you find the perfect home for you. 831-320-6801

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#Remodeling your kitchen in your #Carmel or #Pebble Beach home

April 3, 2016 Susan Clark

One of the most important things you can do to improve the value of your home is to remodel your kitchen. How do you decide how to start? First look at the many kitchen design ideas to find out what appeals to you and if you are planning to sell you’ll want to also consider what will appeal to most buyers.

There should be a common theme throughout your home so it all flows and looks like it belongs together. Does your home have a cottage feel or is it traditional or contemporary?

Now plan the layout of your kitchen. Picture yourself cooking a meal in the kitchen and be sure you place the range, the prep area, and the refrigerator so it will be convenient to create that fantastic meal!

What type of materials will you use? Butcher block counters or maybe granite, quartz, concrete or even carrara marble.

Other decisions to make . . . storage, lighting, appliances, and even the kitchen sink! Good luck! Set a budget before you begin and have fun creating a special place in your home.