Pebble Beach Dressage 2nd day of the annual Pebble Beach Dressage Classic. So far, it has been a low-key show, not too many competitors arriving. Have to see the numbers tomorrow. Of my friends that are showing, they have found the judging tough but fair. Popularity: 100% [?] Read More →
ShoefitiPacific Groveis a quiet, little town that sits on a small outcrop of rock along the central coast of California. It exists in the shadows of its more famous neighbors, Carmel and Pebble Beach. You don’t see much Shoefiti around here. Yesterday, my broker took this photo of her new listing. There are many theories on the motivation for “shoefiti.” There is an elementary and middle school nearby, my conclusion is some student needs a new pair of shoes. Popularity: 1%... Read the rest of this entry »
Details of the Home Refinance and Loan Modification program are filtering out to the public. The NY Times article U.S. Sets Big Incentives to Head Off Foreclosures sets a positive tone. The California Association of REALTORS website posts a plan resource guide with links to Eligibility guidelines. This is all dependent on level of cooperation from the banks and the ability of homeowners to qualify. If this can stabilize market prices then it could signify “the bottom.” Popularity:... Read the rest of this entry »
Green on 7, SpyglassThe banks of audience seating are set up, the yards and yards of white plastic canvas are assembled into huge tents, miles of fencing and nylon rope are strung along the roads and the day is here. I was cruising back from the barn this afternoon and caught these players finishing up on the 7th hole at Spyglass. A good friend who has lived through the AT&T experience for many years notes that the build up seems more subdued this year. Could the economy be affecting this premier... Read the rest of this entry »
Just a week away ’til the tee-off for big event formerly known as “The Crosby”. For those of you who know that Bing was known around here for more than his singing career. Blossom Cove, Pebble BeachHad the chance to see a classic Pebble Beach estate today, Blossom Cove listed for a mere $31million. The house is an original Craftsman with claw foot bath tubs and will probably be scraped by the new owner. Stillwater CoveThe house may be classic but the views are timeless…panoramic... Read the rest of this entry »
Just read this travel article from the NY Times about a weekend in Carmel and environs. The writer did not mention the added entertainment value of Open Mike nights at the Piano Bar at the Mission Ranch. A few of our local, well-preserved denizens regularly display their singing talent. Not to be missed. Popularity: 20% [?] Read More →
I’ve been web-published! Actually, my photo of the view from my cottage, Jack Pines, has been published at Panoramio. I posted this image about a year ago and it just showed up. view from Jack Pines Popularity: 1% [?] Read More →
Pebble Beach Stone Towers In the last few weeks, there has been a spontaneous art movement, visitors are creating towers of stone. This section of Spanish Bay, just off 17 Mile Dr in Pebble Beach is naturally strewn with lovely ocean-rounded stones. Bird Resting in Stone Towers Popularity: 1% [?] Read More →
Just love living here! If you are a jazz fan, living on the Monterey Peninsula is great. There is the Monterey Jazz Festival each year. During the rest of the year, several artists perform here. The Jazz and Blues Company has a great line up. The Sunset Center in Carmel offers a mix of jazz, popular, dance and theatre in it’s outstanding venue. Last night, I was offered a grounds ticket to the Jazz Festival. I went with a couple of friends. One is an amateur jazz pianist who gets... Read the rest of this entry »
Reading an article in Forbes.com about the surprising number of foreclosures in some of America’s wealthier neighborhoods. According to the article, “The median home sale price in Newport Beach is $1.4 million and there are 89 homes in foreclosure; in La Jolla, there are 158 foreclosures, due mostly to second-home buyers overextending themselves.” (9.16.08) Interestingly, Pebble Beach has not experienced this trend. Presently, there are 3 homes listed as “short sales”... Read the rest of this entry »
