Labor Day 2011 - Real estate newsletter

Click on link below to see my Labor Day real estate newsletter. Hope to see you up here, the weather is beautiful!

http://t.co/0EIHk5j

Shaun White calls Northstar-at-Tahoe "Home Resort"

Yesterday it was announced that the amazing Shaun White is the new athlete- spokesperson for Vail Resorts. Even better, he is now going to train and call Northstar home. Very cool! We are excited to have him and can't wait to see him ripping it up on his new 22 foot halfpipe that he is designing for Northstar riders.

See link below for more details...

http://www.northstarattahoe.com/info/pressreleases/pressreleases.11-12_shaun_white.release.asp

Take a tour of the Camp Lodge at Martis Camp

Check out the link below to see the virtual tour of the gorgeous Camp Lodge at Martis Camp.
http://truckeetahoehometours.com/tour/9931

Unique opportunity at Martis Camp

May I present to you a rare opportunity to move into a completed custom home in a prime location at Martis Camp! This large family retreat is situated on a bright sunny lot with breathtaking views of Northstar’s Lookout Mountain & the Carson Range. You will find this spacious 6 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom home a place where family memories are made. Location, location, location! Right down the street from the Family Barn, Activities Pavilion and ski connect. You can count your steps. It’s a 4.5 minute tricycle ride to Barn, 1,000 scooter paces to sport courts and 320 second drive to ski connect. Whether you’re snuggled up by the fire with hot cocoa, enjoying the covered patio and outdoor fireplace on a summer night, or getting ready to go out and play, the fun is waiting for your family on Filoli Drive. Avoid the hassle of building, this is your chance to start enjoying Martis Camp now! Give me a call and come take a peek at this new family getaway where the most unforgettable memories begin.

10550 Filoli Drive, Lot 385 Martis Camp
Offered at $3,395,000

Martis Camp redefines the Tahoe experience

Fourth of July weekend is here and with it came the highly anticipated grand opening of the Camp Lodge at Martis Camp. At about 55,000 square feet, the Camp Lodge boasts multiple dining areas (all with phenomenal golf or mountain views) extremely generous men's and women's locker rooms and lounge areas, world class spa with outdoor massage cabanas, lap pool, pro shop with simulation room, and more. You would think that 55,000 square feet would feel gargantuan, but the design and layout of the Camp Lodge makes every area feel personal and comfortable.

The dining areas each have their own character, one looks out over the 18th fairway and green with breathtaking Pacific Crest views (see photo that we took above), another is situated at the point of the signature rock outcropping and is surrounded by views of Northstar, Carson Range, and golf views. Don't worry about there being enough space for everyone to enjoy cocktails at the end of the day-the Camp Lodge has expansive outdoor seating patios nestled around the Lodge and even some private dining "nooks" built into the rocks a short distance from the Lodge. All (of course) with seemingly unending views.

Just when you thought Martis Camp couldn't get any better, the pinnacle of the extensive unrivaled amenities at Martis Camp has arrived with the Camp Lodge. You would be crazy to not want to be a part of it!

The first thing I said when I walked into the Camp Lodge the other day was, "this place is going to sell a lot of real estate". Turns out I was right. Over 15 lots have been sold in the last 7 days. Martis Camp continues to defy any nay-sayers about the viability of real estate in this market slump. In fact, it appears that real estate business all over the N. Lake Tahoe area is picking up, I haven't spoken to a colleague yet who has a second to spare this weekend. They are booked with clients coming to look at real estate and take advantage of the deals that are out there. This can't last forever, right?

One of my clients who is entrenched in global VC business says that real estate is absolutely coming back. Hard to argue when that is exactly what we are seeing! The emerging IPOs can't hurt anything either. http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2011-06-15/tech-ipos-boost-demand-for-silicon-valley-million-dollar-homes.html


I am drinking the Martis Camp Kool-Aid. I suggest that if you are looking for real estate in the area that we go see Martis Camp together, I promise you will love it and the Kool Aid tastes better there. The developer and resale opportunities are fantastic and there are ownership options for different budgets.

Brisk Sales at Northstar Lodge Hyatt

I am very excited about the successes that we’ve seen with the Northstar Lodge Hyatt Residences in the past several months. Eight new families have recently taken advantage of what stands as one of the best values offered in North Lake Tahoe if you consider the construction/design quality, amenities & services available, and Hyatt® branding. The current list prices are comparable to sell out prices seen two years ago in the Village at Northstar™ by way of an incredible incentive program currently being offered, these residences are an amazing opportunity. If you purchase now, you can benefit from a credit of 2 years carrying costs or an equivalent cash discount.

This value was apparent for all eight families who have a lot in common: All appreciate Tahoe for its year-round beauty, recreational value, and accessible location making it the perfect place to own a second home. They recognized the ease of ownership and rich amenities that make Northstar Lodge Hyatt a total package.

• Ski-in/ski-out location next to the Home Run Gondola
• Ski and/or bike equipment valet
• Private movie theater
• Concierge service
• Exclusive owners’ lounge and patio area with hot tubs
• Access to Village Swim & Fitness Center
• 24-hour front desk

All eight parties extensively researched other real estate options in the North Lake Tahoe area and ended up appreciating the ultimate value of purchasing at Northstar Lodge Hyatt.

But why purchase now? This incentive will only be offered to a limited number of sales and inventory is depleting. If you want to get the best value and your choice of residence, time is of the essence.


*Sales incentive and pricing are subject to change without prior notice

New Listing at Martis Camp - Lot 149

Summer seems to have finally arrived and with it has come some great deals at Martis Camp. I just listed a beautiful site-Lot 149- near the future Camp Lodge which is scheduled for completion and grand opening around July 4th.

There is a lot of excitement around the Camp Lodge opening, and for good reason! There is nothing in the Tahoe area that can rival the Martis Camp experience, and the opening of the +/- 50,000 sf Camp Lodge marks the fulfillment of the promise for an unparalleled world class luxury experience at Martis Camp-which has been quite a feat through these troubled economic times. Martis Camp has been and continues to be a beacon of success in the Tahoe region and the resort real estate market as a whole.

From Lot 149 you can walk to the amenities or just take a hike out your door on the extensive 26 mile trail system. This site has great views of Northstar from the center of the building envelope (both Lookout Mountain and Backside views) and a bright orientation. Peek golf course views as well! At 1.7 acres, there is plenty of room to build your dream mountain getaway and still maintain a sense of privacy. This is a great value, the seller paid over $800K from developer.

A fantastic opportunity awaits! Lot 149 at Martis Camp $779,000.00.