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Bayview Estate! ~ www.BayviewDr.com

Prestigious Aptos neighborhood overlooking the Monterey Bay. Open floor plan with picturesque views from every window. Entertainer's delight with detached guest house. Bluff front estate on 23,000 sf double lot.

Brian deDiego, Paul Locatelli, Jamie Rivoir

831.419.4141 ~ www.Oceanz3.com

Contact Matt Wittkins, REALTOR® ~ 831.464.5233

karguy13@sbcglobal.net • www.mattwittkinscom

Redwood Ranch

A spectacular and rare opportunity to own one of the few coveted, private "in holding" properties in Nisene Marks State park. Redwood Ranch, a private, gated, historic 1940's period ranch style home, originally designed by renowned San Francisco architect Gardner Dailey, is situated on over 6 sunny fully fenced acres bordered by three creeks. Located just 1.1 miles from the beach, Redwood Ranch offers unparalleled privacy and access to nature with a close-in country feel. This beautiful and peaceful family compound features a 3,900 sq. ft. main home, including 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, 3 fireplaces, home office, and sun-filled open garden patio room providing the perfect setting for entertainment and relaxation. This unique property also includes a separate 'guest' cottage, art studio, arena, barn structure with eight horse stalls and paddocks, with direct access to riding trails. This must see one-of-a-kind property offers up endless possibilities!

Offered at $2,250,000

Mike Jashinksi is pleased to announce his affiliation with Sotheby's International Realty in Carmel.

Mike Jashinski joins the local Sotheby's office with an impressive resume -- his career spans 28 years in the luxury real estate market. As one of the top producing agents in Monterey County, Mike has also served as a top-producing salesperson, National Sales Manager and Vice President of Sales for a number of luxury communities and notable sales organizations, including DMB Realty and the local private enclaves of Tehama and Monterra. His influence is apparent throughout successful properties in California, Virginia, New Mexico, Colorado and Arizona. Since 2003, Mike and his team have closed over $285 million in sales of luxury homes and homesites in Carmel and Monterey. His experience has afforded him the ability to understand the complex needs and concerns of some of the world's most discerning luxury property buyers. He takes great pride in sharing their vision and helping them find the ideal property to fit their needs. His excellent stamina and attention to detail give him full opportunity to truly create the best outcome for his clients, and build long-term friendships. Mike is a member of the Monterey County Association of Realtors, as well as the California and National Association of Realtors. He currently holds a Broker's License in the states of California and Colorado. Now associated with the local Sotheby's International Realty office in Carmel, he and his team can be reached at their office located within the Monterra community at 831.236.8913 or 831-625-2075 Mike@Tehama-Realty.com. Visit his website at www.estatepropertygroupcarmel.com for more information or to view his current listings.

Mike Jashinksi is pleased to announce his affiliation with Sotheby's International Realty in Carmel.

Mike Jashinski joins the local Sotheby's office with an impressive resume -- his career spans 28 years in the luxury real estate market. As one of the top producing agents in Monterey County, Mike has also served as a top-producing salesperson, National Sales Manager and Vice President of Sales for a number of luxury communities and notable sales organizations, including DMB Realty and the local private enclaves of Tehama and Monterra. His influence is apparent throughout successful properties in California, Virginia, New Mexico, Colorado and Arizona. Since 2003, Mike and his team have closed over $285 million in sales of luxury homes and homesites in Carmel and Monterey. His experience has afforded him the ability to understand the complex needs and concerns of some of the world's most discerning luxury property buyers. He takes great pride in sharing their vision and helping them find the ideal property to fit their needs. His excellent stamina and attention to detail give him full opportunity to truly create the best outcome for his clients, and build long-term friendships. Mike is a member of the Monterey County Association of Realtors, as well as the California and National Association of Realtors. He currently holds a Broker's License in the states of California and Colorado. Now associated with the local Sotheby's International Realty office in Carmel, he and his team can be reached at their office located within the Monterra community at 831.236.8913 or 831-625-2075 Mike@Tehama-Realty.com. Visit his website at www.estatepropertygroupcarmel.com for more information or to view his current listings.

www.425ElSolyoHeights.com

It's Time to Come Home!

Over 2000 sq ft home on 1.15 acre. Fabulous decks and living room. Close to schools. $670,000

Jayson Madani and Maaret Forst, American Dream Realty

831-234-6683

Virtual Tours at: www.MadaniProperties.com

By JONDI GUMZ Posted: 03/18/2010 08:13:20 AM PDT Santa Cruz Sentinel : View Full Story SANTA CRUZ -- The median sales price for a single-family home in Santa Cruz County in February was $500,000, up from $380,000 a year ago, when the market bottomed out, but down from the boom level of $682,500 two years ago. The median is the midpoint of what sold in the month. Gary Gangnes of Real Options Realty tallied 93 sales, about the same as a year ago, with 48 percent involving "distressed" property, either bank-owned or a "short sale," in which the lender accepts less than what is owed.

Have you ever thought about how much money you would have saved down the road if you would have invested in a sustainable home design? Imagine your electricity bill being almost non-existent or not having to use your heater or air conditioner to make your home comfortable during those hot and cold months. All of this can be accomplished by using sustainable design to build or upgrade your home.  Sustainable design is a concept that is taking off in the U.S. and numerous people are beginning to see the many benefits that it has for their future. That being said, I am happy to announce that the Central Coast Homes Magazine has teamed up with Grandberry Financial and PasoRobles.com to introduce to you the inaugural Central Coast Luxury Sustainable Home Competition. For this competition we are asking for people to come forward who might be interested in either having their home built or upgraded in a sustainable manner by using their lend-able equity to fund this process. The mission of this competition is to provide a vehicle for the client to build with “sustainability” as the cornerstone of the design process. Sustainable design is a design philosophy incorporating architectural design and product selection that contributes to social well-being, makes sound economic sense, and has negligible impact on the environment while at the same time creating a lasting very unique sense of style and consciousness. It also incorporates the idea of utilizing existing, proven design concepts and product technology. Grandberry Financial wants to make sure that they deliver a service and product that has sound long term investment and pay back potential while at all times helping the environment with a design criteria that reflects your tastes, choices and ultimate peace of mind. Great home design should enhance the value of each environment, make optimal use of space, elicit an environmentally sustainable mindset, and use less energy with existing technology and design philosophy than currently used today. That is precisely the reason we are putting on the Central Coast Luxury Sustainable Home Competition. Each qualified candidate will also receive a Paso Robles vacation package offered to you by PasoRobles.com. You can access more information on the Central Coast Luxury Sustainable Home Competition by visiting the following website http://www.reenergizeca.com/ or by contacting Brian Braithwaite from Grandberry Financial at 714-975-0104.

Elegant & Charming French Country Style Home on the Upper West Side

Custom built in the mid 1950s, this single level home was designed by Carmel architect George Willox on over 1/3 of an acre. It has been beautifully updated through the years in keeping with its original vision. Amenities include magnificent quarter sawn oak floors with walnut inlay, built in bookcases in several rooms, beautiful gardens, a circular drive, two fireplaces, radiant heating, and a lavish master bathroom. The spacious and tastefully updated kitchen, as well as the views of the open and lush back yard from the dining and living areas make entertaining a pleasure.  The lawn and carefully designed landscape lend themselves to a sense of calm. All of this in one of the premier locations of Santa Cruz. $1,315,000 3 BR, 2.5 BA, 2641 +/- sq. ft. - More: www.1220Laurent.info .

Call Michael McDonald at 831-331-3183 / www.MMcDRealtor.com

Presented by Carmel Realty Company and listed by Shelly Mitchell Lynch and Peter Butler, this luxurious 5 bedroom, 4+ bath features just over 5200 sq. ft. of living space on 18.5 acres in Carmel Valley. As the cover showcase property for the latest issue of Homes Magazine (Vol 15-Issue 2) 24 Potrero Trail is a beautiful new home located inside the gates of the Santa Lucia Preserve. Enjoy all the amenities of both this custom built property and The Preserve as well as the privacy that this lifestyle affords. Offered at $7,500,000. For more information, pick up a copy of the latest issue of Homes Magazine or browse the Monterey Peninsula issue online at www.homesmagazine.com. You can also tour this property online at www.24potrerotrail.com

The AT&T Pro-Am is underway this weekend and with Mother Nature finally giving the communities of the Monterey Peninsula a break from wintery weather, now is the time to tour some of the amazing properties for sale in Pebble Beach, Monterey, Carmel, Carmel Valley or Pacific Grove. Searching for luxury real estate listings from Pebble Beach to Carmel Valley? Carmel Realty Company offers golf course properties, ocean view estates, charming Carmel cottages and stunning valley view hideaways. If you've been searching for a Carmel Valley getaway, Carmel Realty Company has the perfect property for you. Located in Carmel Valley, 24 Potrero Trail is newly constructed, yet timeless in vision. This spectacular 5 bedroom, 4 bath, 5,296 sq. ft. European villa is set on 18.58 acre lot in the exclusive Santa Lucia Preserve,  nestled in a dramatic redwood grove and surrounded by breathtaking mountain scenery. Designed by renowned architect John Malick, one recognizes the home's heirloom quality, intended for multi-generational enjoyment. Meticulous attention to detail and comfort are abundant. Redwood groves, ample fruit trees, and interesting elevations in wide open spaces make this eighteen and a half acre setting rich with sublime outdoor living. Offered at $7,500,000. View additional Carmel Realty Company listings with the easy-to-use digital edition of Monterey Peninsula Homes Magazine now available online.

Carmel Realty Company | The Mitchell Family Team Cell: 831-277-8044 | Office: 831-622-1000  | DRE #: 01217466 shelly@carmel-realty.com |   www.carmel-realty.com

The 2010 U.S. Open is coming to Pebble Beach in June and Carmel Realty Company is your definitive source for luxury rental homes.  Vacation Rentals, long term rentals, home management and special event rentals. Carmel Realty Company - Renting the Monterey Peninsula's most beautiful homes.  Exceptional Homes - Spectacular Locations