Real estate with altitude sept 2016

2 - Real Estate with Altitude • Big Bear Grizzly • September 2016

JUS

TR

EDU

CED

FOX FARM LOG ACCENT MOUNTAIN HOME WITH ALL THE RIGHT TOUCHES. Open floor plan, custom kitchen - granite hardwood floors, dining area, vaulted wood ceilings 3 bedrooms - 2.5 baths, launry room & skylights. Master suite offers 2nd fireplace, walk-in closet - custom bath.

Oversized garage, rear fenced yard - 14,600SF lot that is beautifully landscaped - spacious entertainment deck. Just reduced to $549,000 MLS #2160604

JUS

TR

EDU

TL

MLS#2160875

JUS

TL

CED

CUSTOM MOONRIDGE CHALET. Rare property with lake and slope views. Affordable with all the right touches. “Great Room” living with a nice size dining area, complete kitchen with spacious pantry, master bedroom, guest bedroom, bonus sleeping area, 2 baths and laundry area. Spacious view decking ~ watch the Fourth of July Fireworks! Street to street 8,850 sq. ft. lot, level access with good parking, single garage and workshop.

Furnishings negotiable. Asking $374,000. MLS #2161294

JUS

LOCATION IS SUPERB - WALK TO MEADOW PARK & THE LAKE PLUS CLOSE PROXIMITY TO THE SKI SLOPES & VILLAGE. Zoned R3, RV access, 1 car garage, outdoor spa, offers 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, furnishings negotiable, spacious corner lot. Cabin is on an established rental program for income and your enjoyment! Asking $299,000

IST

THE LAKE IS NEARBY & THE CABIN IS TRULY OUTSTANDING. Located in central Big Bear Lake - quality 2 bedroom with 2 bath cabin offers “great room” living area, vaulted wood ceilings, stone fireplace, private decking in the trees, outdoor spa with Gazebo/decking, laundry, furnishings negotiable, spacious storage area underneath the cabin, 3 car parking, quiet street & a good rental history. Affordably priced at $235,000 MLS# 2161632

JUS

TL

IST

ED

EXCELLENCE IS REVEALED in value, amenities and location. Spacious Whispering Forest home offers 2,515 sq. ft. of living area with 3 bedrooms, including master suite, office (could be 4th sleeping area), 2.5 baths, upgraded kitchen, new stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, dining area, breakfast nook, brick fireplace, 2 redwood decks, storage shed, 2 car attached garage, 8,800 sq. ft. corner lot and furnishings are included. Extensively remodeled. $415,000 MLS#2161630

ED

IST

ED

PRIVACY WITH NATIONAL FOREST NEARBY makes a great setting for this classic chalet. Room for the extended family or could be a great rental investment. 2-story floor plan offers 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. Downstairs family room has second fireplace. “Great room” living with rock fireplace, skylights and vaulted ceiling. Upgraded kitchen, laundry area, furnishings negotiable, spacious storage area, two view decks, level parking and centrally located. Asking $321,000 MLS#2161633

Cindy Pearson

Cell 951-312-4950 Office 909-585-0041 EFAX (888) 255-3813 cindy.pearson50@gmail.com

BRE #00628857

Real Estate with Altitude • Big Bear Grizzly • September 2016 - 3

It’s the Experience!

4 - Real Estate with Altitude • Big Bear Grizzly • September 2016

Real Estate with Altitude • Big Bear Grizzly • September 2016 - 5

Bob & Brenda

BIG BEAR

Chaney

Big Bear Realtors Since 1981

951.906.8983 Bob

Bob-BrendaChaney@msn.com

CalBRE#00880325

909.224.3006 Brenda CalBRE#00815396

AWESOME SETTING, VERY PRIVATE. Backs up to acreage. Chalet style, 2 beds, 2 baths, loft, granite and slate showers, open living room, open beam ceilings, granite counter tops in the kitchen.

Price coming soon.

GREAT VALUE for this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Painted Inside And Out And Ready For You To Move In. Separate laundry room, partially fenced back yard and fireplace in living room.

EXCLUSIVE Meadowbrook Estates home built by Kenny Seaman. Gourmet kitchen with 48” range, granite counters, stone backsplash and custom cabinetry. Spacious master suite with fireplace and travertine shower. Separate game room and laundry. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths on over an acre.

AWESOME END UNIT with parking close to front door.

Nice ski-in and ski-out unit at the base of chair number 4.

Just steps to chair lift at Snow Summit. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and loft over looking living room. A great vacation rental.

SPECIAL DUTCH GAMBREL. Peaceful setting with lots of decking to enjoy the outdoors.

2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths washer/dryer, seasonal creek and natural landscaping. Rock fireplace with insert, covered front porch, 3 decks, breakfast bar and in great location.

GREAT FAMILY HOME! 4 bedrooms, 2 baths. Laundry room, granite in kitchen and baths, stainless steel appliances. Wood and tile floors, stone fireplace, fenced backyard, dual pane windows.

Close to schools, post office, and convenience store. New carpet and paint.

$129,900/MLS 2161504

MLS 2161477

$230,000/MLS 2160183

$799,000/MLS 2160292

$211,900/MLS 2152376

$199,900/MLS 2161370

CLASSIC VINTAGE CABIN in Boulder Bay area. 3 bedrooms and 2 baths in immaculate condition on a 16,000 sq.ft. lot. Knotty pine interior decorated with window coverings, newer flooring and ceiling fans. RV and boat parking. Walk to lake and Pleasure Point Marina.

SINGLE STORY, COMPLETE REMODEL. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, den, bonus room, laundry room, mud room, 1 car garage, 2 driveways, 2 decks and be sure to see the bonus room out back. Fence near yard. Owner-carry financing.

$267,500/MLS 2160163

$329,000/MLS 2160162 BREATHTAKING FAWNSKIN ESTATE

Private helipad, 3.83 acres, panoramic lake and mountain views, indoor sports court and lake view terraces. 4-story estate includes 9 suites, 7 bedrooms, 16 baths, 14 living spaces and the option to configure up to 24,000 sq. ft.

$2,995,000

6 - Real Estate with Altitude • Big Bear Grizzly • September 2016

909-878-0444

Also O ffering Proper Manage ty me Service nt s

42000 Big Bear Blvd.

Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES ColdwellBankerBigBear.com

D LISTE T S U J

THIS HOME IS LOCATED in the Fox Farm area of Big Bear Lake. Close by is the market, the lake and resort, and many other features you will enjoy. The corner lot this home sits on has a basketball court set up.

Bring your family to beautiful Big Bear Lake and beat the heat. $575,000

BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM ROLAND SCHEIDEL HOME in Pinewood Estates between lake and slopes! 32 years original owner and pride of ownership shows! Newer roof, recent paint, deck and balconies for views and sunsets! Partially furnished and new stainless appliances. $299,999

ISTED L T S JU

WALK TO THE LAKE from this affordable cabin. 1 bedroom, 1 bath, a loft for extra sleeping area, kitchen and living room. It’s 4,050 sq. ft. lot is level and offers room to expand or park your RV, toys, or guest parking. Just a block away from Holloway’s Marina. $149,900

4 BEDROOM CUSTOM HOME nestled in the trees! Located right below snow summit.

Built for original owner! Vacation rental/ getaway or full time home/rental! Open floor plan with beamed ceilings, wood-burning stove, fireplace, 2 decks and security system! $428,000

D LISTE T S U J

WAITING FOR THE Big Bear Lake cabin centrally located to lake, marina, village shops, restaurants, hiking, and slopes?

Waiting for a cabin to enjoy views, walk to the lake, new deck, most new windows, new vinyl siding and large, 5,000 sq. ft. lot? This is it! Ready to enjoy! $179,000

ISTED L T S JU

BEAUTIFUL LOG STYLE HOME. Walk to the lake and fawn Harbor. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home features tree top views. Wraparound deck, living room with river rock fireplace and wood floors, central heat, laundry, kitchen with slate flooring and stainless steel appliances. $319,000

D LISTE JUST

NESTLED IN THE TREES. Located in Alpine Woods Estates. Great vacation getaway, rental, or permanent residence! Plentiful parking, deck and balcony, vinyl siding, 2 fireplaces, open kitchen to dining to living room, ceiling fans, dual pane windows, and appliances included. $399,000

WALK TO BEAR MOUNTAIN from this pristine Moonridge cabin for sale by owner.

Golf, sunset and mountain views, 2 decks, new carpet, laminate flooring, knotty pine wood, dual pane windows, cfa heating, 2 bedrooms and family room with wet bar.

Plentiful storage and parking. $280,000

D LISTE JUST

MUST SEE! This cabin is located in desirable Moonridge Area of Big Bear Lake.

Close to ski slopes, Village, golf course, zoo and lake. 1 Bedroom plus 1 sleeping loft.

Nice size lot. This property would make a great vacation rental. $254,900

ADORABLE COTTAGE. Yellow with white trim at the back of a level lot surrounded by pine trees! Easy access with parking pad for 3 cars. 2 story, 3 bedroom, 2 full bath house has a lovely front deck and a balcony off the master bedroom with tree top views. New carpet and interior paint. $195,000

I’M A CUTIE! Rustic mountain retreat offers great floor plan with extra large bedroom, bath and nice size living room. Updated flooring throughout the house. Updated bathroom, knotty pine T&G ceilings, new carpet and retro kitchen. Nice level corner lot. Tons of parking for everyone. $115,000

ED EDUC R T S JU

GREAT LOWER MOONRIDGE CABIN. A couple minutes to both ski areas, lake, golf and hiking! Spa on large rear deck, furnished, storage building, dog run, RV and boat parking and beautiful knotty pine in kitchen, hall and bedrooms!

Plentiful parking, remodeled kitchen, open kitchen to living room, and washer/dryer hook-ups! Wonderful vacation getaway and potential for vacation rental! $267,000

Real Estate with Altitude • Big Bear Grizzly • September 2016 - 7

CHUCK’S HOME INSPECTION Chuck Lindeen, ASHI Certified Inspector

**WE OFFER** • BUYERS HOME INSPECTIONS • MULTI UNIT INSPECTIONS • NEW CONSTRUCTION • MANUFACTURED HOMES • HOTELS, LODGES & BED & BREAKFASTS • COMMERCIAL BUILDING INSPECTIONS • MOLD SURVEYS AND SAMPLING • CITY OF BIG BEAR LAKE PRIVATE HOME RENTAL PROGRAM INSPECTIONS • INDOOR AIR QUALITY SAMPLING

CALL US TODAY FOR ALL OF YOUR INSPECTION NEEDS (909) 866-7700 Serving Big Bear Valley for over 19 Years!

8 - Real Estate with Altitude • Big Bear Grizzly • September 2016

EAGLE’S LODGE #1575 $525 - $1350 per day

Price Cut fr

om $

NOW $799876,000 ,000!

6 Bedroom s, 3.5 Baths

42336 Heavenly Valley Road Big Bear Lake, CA, 92315

42336 Heavenly Valley Road Big Bear Lake, CA, 92315

Deluxe vacation rental earns $525 to $1350 per day

• Open living floor plan • Hardwood floors • 2 master suites with fireplaces • 2 master baths with spa tubs • Alarm system • Attached garage • Fenced yard • Sprinkler system • Vaulted ceilings • 2 forced air furnaces • 3rd fireplace in family room • Backyard deck • Landscaped Grounds • 5 bedrooms plue guest or 6th bedroom • Near zoo, golf, and ski slopes

Great investment – rent or use anytime – you decide ...

Amazing income, fully furnished and turn-key ready For appointment, call or email Gunther Leider 949-235-3665 gunther.leider@hotmail.com Financing available Broker cooperation DRE#01413941

Real Estate with Altitude • Big Bear Grizzly • September 2016 - 9

$985,000

$1,349,000 JUST REDUCED AGAIN! Newer custom log style home on the lake!

Vaulted ceilings, huge great room, open kitchen concept and 2 master suites. Lots of granite and interior log distressed woodwork. Awesome lake views and ski slope views. A perfect setting for the 4th of July show! 3-slip boat dock privileges. Take advantage of this price before the lake goes up!

EXTRAORDINARY CASTLE GLEN HOME with ski slope and lake views on over 3/4 of an acre of fenced and landscaped land. Comfortable home has an open floor plan, perfect for entertaining. The dramatic 2 story living room features a beautiful rock fireplace and wood beamed ceilings. the loft features a custom bar, fireplace and spa is included. Truly spectacular!

GILLIGAN LOG HOMES & Real Estate

BRE # 01527212

909-585-2111

42573 Moonridge Rd., Big Bear Lake www.gilliganloghomes.com

T JUS

ED DUC

$489,900

WOW! SECLUDED FEELING FROM INSIDE HOUSE AND REAR DECKS. This house has all the charm, high ceilings throughout, character woodwork and beams. 3 fireplaces, large living spaces and bedrooms.

Huge master bath, level parking. Extra game room/den could be 4th bedroom. Fenced backyard.

$799,999

BEAUTIFUL FULL LOG HOME in Meadowbrook estates. On over an acre of land in peaceful neighborhood.

Detached garage with bed/bath/ kitchenette area above. Great room living w/vaulted ceilings/ log beam accents/huge windows. Custom kitchen w/slate flooring, stainless appliances.

Amazing bathrooms, huge front deck to take in mtn. views.

Great value in this home!

$339,000

VERY NICE LOG STYLE HOME IN QUIET AREA OF MOONRIDGE One owner of this newer home with very little use. Nice size bedrooms and 2 full-size baths. Great kitchen and living room space for all! Decking on 2 sides of home. Would do fantastic on vacation rental program or for your own private gateway!

Priced to sell!

RE

10 - Real Estate with Altitude • Big Bear Grizzly • September 2016

$379,900

$288,000

$599,999

STREET TO STREET LOT in great Boulder Bay neighborhood with peek-a-boo lakeview. New granite kitchen counters, partial hardwood floors, wood beamed ceilings, designed antler light fixtures throughout, lots of closet space. Large lot with plenty of parking. Warm mountain feeling in this cabin in the woods.

VERY WELL MAINTAINED AND SUPER CLEAN MOONRIDGE HOME. Nice open floor plan, light and bright! New carpet, floors, doors and roof. Walking distance to Bear Mountain shuttle when lower lot is open. 2 great decks (can support spa) with ski slope views of both mountains, quiet neighborhood, yet so close to all. Furnished per inventory list.

RARE ALMOST 6 ACRE PROPERTY located on a prime location in Shay Meadows area.

This beautiful equestrian ranch has a sweet 3 bed, 2 bath home with sun room and wrap around decks to enjoy the awesome views. Attached drivethru garage, another separate 2 car garage with car lift, oversized metal garage for tractor, RV, trailers, 3 stalls and plenty of pasture for your horses.

BRAND NEW ON THE MARKET. Over 2,900 sq. ft., corner lot, level access and entry and master suite on first floor. 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, huge family/game room, decks, massive stone fireplaces and garage with workshop area. A whole lot of house for not much money. Nice year ‘round home, or a great vacation home. $449,900.

MAGNIFICENT LAKEVIEWS. Over 3,400 sq. ft., corner lot, walk to village, lake and National Forest. Terrific lakeviews from the great room, deck and master suite. Huge stone fireplace, level access to driveway and entry, formal dining plus breakfast area, granite counters, 3 car garage, bonus family room and lots of storage.

Priced far below replacement at $725,000.

RATED AS A BEST VALUE IN BIG BEAR. 8 unit lodge. Guests get more for their money. Centrally located with ski resort three miles away. In-room fireplaces and spas. Very attractive numbers for this small and very well maintained lodge. A terrific value at $699,900.

COMING SOON. Central Big Bear Lake. Quiet cul-de-sac location, 2 bedroom chalet on oversized 7,500 sq ft lot. Some remodeling already done, more repairs in progress now (new paint in and out plus new carpet). Looking better every day. Will be priced in mid $200’s. Call today for first info.

Real Estate with Altitude • Big Bear Grizzly • September 2016 - 11

14 - Real Estate with Altitude • Big Bear Grizzly • September 2016

Real Estate with Altitude • Big Bear Grizzly • September 2016 - 15

Licensed

CONTRACTORS

additions & remodels CORNER STONE CONSTRUCTION LICENSE NO. B766311

electrical

DMB ELECTRIC

fencing

LICENSE NO. 980447

cell: 818-674-9997 off: 909-585-7898

LICENSE NO. C13-582520

www.BigBearCornerStone.com 1cornerstone@charter.net

Ask For Dwayne Burnley Ref. Available, CC Accpeted Lowest Rates on the Mountain!

24 hour service Little or Big jobs! 30+ years exp.

All phases of electrical Remodels: Res./Com’l, 220, Troubleshooting, Ceiling fans, Jacuzzi MEMBER BBVCA Licensed, Insured, State Certified Forget the rest, CALL THE BEST!

Repairs • Installations • Fence Supplies www.leocofenceco.com 500 W. Valley Blvd.

Big Bear City, CA 92314 Mon. - Fri. - 8 - 5, Sat. 9 - 4

fencing

general contractor

general contractor

FATTY’S FENCING

DONALD SOUZA CONSTRUCTION

909-866-4062 Design/Build, Remodels, Additions New Homes, Kitchens, Garages, Decks Siding, Windows - Fully Insured

David Miller, General Contractor

LICENSE NO. 896477

cell: 760-403-8136 off: 760-961-8000

NO JOB TOO SMALL Chain Link • Split Rail • Dog Ear Fencing Privacy Fencing • Lodge Poles Big enough to do the job and Small enough to care!

landscaping STALCUP LANDSCAPE INNOVATIONS, INC.

LICENSE NO. 625779

909-292-6675 MOUNTAIN’S BEST REFERENCES! DESIGN/BUILD SPECIALIST

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT www.donsouzaconst.com New Construction, Framing, Remodels, Additions, Decks, Kitchens, Log Trim Windows and Siding, Painting 35+ years experience.

Quality Builder of over 1,700 homes.

landscaping LICENSE NO. 878639

LICENSE NO. 797937

909-866-9696 Full Service Design Installation • Maintenance

30 YEARS OF MOUNTAIN LANDSCAPING www.stalcuplandscape.com P.O. Box 888 - Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

909-585-6956 cell 909-522-1866

SNOW REMOVAL • Weed Abatement Lighting • Artificial Turf • Waterfalls Clean-Ups • Lawn Maintenance Sprinklers • Retaining Walls Certified Concrete Paver Installer, Patios/Driveways • Tree Trimming Big Bear Lake, CA

16 - Real Estate with Altitude • Big Bear Grizzly • September 2016

Since 1965

(909) 585-2139

The Local Choice

KIRKSEY

Custom Woodworking & Construction LICENSE NO. 970426

909-547-6160 cell: 951-219-1132 New Construction, Remodels, Additions Custom Cabinets and Woodworking Decks, Fencing, Bathrooms, Kitchens Quality Work at Good Prices email: kirkseycustoms@gmail.com

Call one of these fine contractors for all of your home improvement needs.

Licensed

CONTRACTORS

painting LOOSE PAINTING CO.

painting

LICENSE NO. 808239HIC

LICENSE NO. 763941

909-866-9406

painting HUTCH’S PAINTING

LICENSE NO. 999331

909-915-7646

(909) 584-7137 Log Home Specialists Free Estimates

Residential & Commercial Power Washing Deck Restoration Cabin Restoration Log Home Coatings Insured • Free Estimates www.loosepainting.com

Robert Elizarraras • Decks and Log Home Restoration • Lacquer Work • Interior and Exterior • Power Washing • Staining • Professional Sanding FREE ESTIMATES

Custom Stain & Laquer Transparent Finishes All Work Guaranteed!

Interior/Exterior • Faux • Deck Refinishing

Jeff Loose • Owner/Operator

www.bigbearpropainting.co. bigbearpropainting@gmail.com

Senior/Vet Discounts Bill Hutchinson - Big Bear Lake, CA

painting

roofing BECKETT ROOFING

painting CHANGO’S PAINTING LICENSE NO. 961467

909-878-5378 Cell: 909-744-0396 EPA Certified Renovator • Commercial & Residential • Interior • Exterior • Water Blasting • Custom Finishes • Old Cabins • Log Homes Deck Refinishing • New Construction • FREE ESTIMATES • Insured www.changospainting.com changosilva@hotmail.com

solar STEVE COOPER CONSTRUCTION LICENSE NO. 846355

909-260-7261 Designer of Solar Energy Systems

Leader in Big Bear for Solar Systems Bear Valley Electric WILL PAY YOU to go Solar!

15 Years Experience FREE ESTIMATES

JOHNNY’S PAINTING & TNT CONSTRUCTION LICENSE NO. 1009265

BEST PRICES • BEST PAINT

LICENSE NO. 999090

909-567-9834

(909) 991-9537

Painting: Exterior/Interior Deck Refinishing, Log Homes New Constructions, Lacquer Work, Landscaping and Handyman Services Best Prices - Insured - Free Estimates johnnyshandyman26@gmail.com www.johnnycpainting.com

Providing over 15 years of Local Service Put the Expertise of Big Bear’s only Roofing Trainer to work for you!

tractor service MILE HIGH EQUIPMENT LICENSE NO. 597203

(909) 866-6642 BACKHOE • BOBCAT DUMPTRUCK SERVICE Grading - Trenching - Excavating Lot Clearing - Utilities - Rock Sand - Topsoil - Fill Dirt - D.G. Landscape Boulders - Sewer and Water Line Installations and Repairs Serving Big Bear Valley for 48 Years!

Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

Repairs • Patches • Shingle Replacement Gazebo • Sheds Garages • Ridge Replacement Tear-offs • Color Matching Certainteed • ICE-DAM FREE ESTIMATES • Excellent References BeckettRoofing.net •

To advertise in this Licensed Contractors Directory call 866-3456

Real Estate with Altitude • Big Bear Grizzly • September 2016 - 17

Bold and Blended Upgrade your home without a full renovation

(Family Features) Remodeling your home can be a big, and oftentimes, overwhelming project, but it doesn’t always have to be. Sometimes all you really need is a fresh coat of paint or smaller upgrades. If you’re not looking to do a whole home renovation, and just want to give your interior a little pick-me-up, consider revamping colors, textures and your home appliances with these simple tips from Mitsubishi Electric Cooling & Heating.

Color Is Key

Daring patterns and color combos are gaining favor in homes across the country, especially in the most used room in the house – the kitchen. Give your kitchen a fresh, new look by taking a multi-toned cabinetry approach. Apply different shades to your upper and lower cabinets to create a completely new feel. Opting for colored cabinets, as opposed to a stain, helps develop a broader palette for the space and produces an identifiable color scheme. A similar approach can be taken for kitchens with islands. Make your island the focal point by opting for a vibrantly colored base or countertop.

When it comes to your countertops and backsplashes, you can also achieve a standout look with a high-contrast approach. Pair deeply colored counters or backsplashes with more subtly hued cabinets and flooring to make a dramatic statement.

Blend In

Whether your style is big and bold or clean and minimalistic, creating a cohesive look for a space is important.

Oftentimes, outdated home appliances get in the way of an otherwise seamless home design. A simple home appliance upgrade can easily change the overall style of a room for the better.

With more homeowners tuned into online and televised DIY resources, manufacturers are challenged like never before to deliver high-end products that blend flawlessly into the background of a living space. One example is Mitsubishi Electric’s Designer Series indoor units. These units are sleek, stylish, slim and available in three different colors – glossy white, matte silver and glossy black – making matching the appliance to the style of a space effortless.

In addition to the aesthetic benefits, these units give homeowners the ability to choose their desired room temperature for each zone in their home, while using 30-40 percent less energy than traditional cooling and heating systems, and providing better indoor air quality. Learn more at mitsubishicomfort.com.

A Little Texture Goes a Long Way

Also take into consideration textures and materials – tile and stone are the norm, but unexpected pairings such as brick and butcher block can lend a whole new level of style.

18 - Real Estate with Altitude • Big Bear Grizzly • September 2016

These simple details can make a drastic difference in the feel of your home, no matter what room in the house you’re sprucing up. In the kitchen or bathroom, choosing the right style and material of countertop can make or break your intended design. For example, the beauty of granite’s natural patterns make it a one-of-a-kind look for your home, while a newer kitchen design trend, stainless steel, provides a distinctive look.

Another easy way to play with the texture in your home is by placing small, decorative objects throughout your living quarters. Natural and organic objects, like shells, stones or twigs, can be used to inject an outdoor feel in different rooms.

Most importantly, consider balance when seeking out different textures. Overdoing it can detract from your attempts to liven up your home, making it instead feel cluttered or disorganized.

Find the right features

While the aesthetic fit of a new appliance is important, so are the features that ensure your purchase answers the needs of your lifestyle. When shopping for updated appliances, look at how the models you’re considering perform in areas such as: • Noise control: Especially if you’re replacing an older cooling and heating system, you may have been battling the sounds it was emitting for years. You’ll immediately notice the difference with many of today’s appliances, which are designed to offer quiet operation. Some even function at a sound level lower than a human whisper.

• Energy management: Look for models that offer features to help manage your energy consumption. One solution is a timer that allows you to create scheduling options to adjust the temperature, and thus the amount of energy, being used in rooms when they are not occupied.

• Intelligent comfort: For appliances like refrigerators and freezers, it’s an automatic assumption that they will maintain a consistent temperature. You may be surprised to discover that other appliances can offer the same continuity when it comes to comfort. For example, Mitsubishi Electric’s Designer Series indoor units offer Econo Cool, a temperature control feature that automatically adjusts airflow speed to maintain the desired level of comfort once it has been established.

• Programmable functions: With continuous developments in technology, various home appliances now have the capability to connect to smart phones and tablets. Through these apps, you can regulate multiple settings for your home appliance operations from virtually anywhere with just a click of a button.

Real Estate with Altitude • Big Bear Grizzly • September 2016 - 19

Harvest Your Own Home Decor (Family Features) Warm up your home with this season’s trendiest looks. Put your personal touch on your home’s decor with crafting projects that highlight the best of fall: copper detail, animal icons and pumpkins of every color, including white.

Create a seasonal tablescape or mantel decoration with these Harvest Fall Lanterns created by the crafting experts at Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores. The lanterns lend a coppery sheen to complement the seasonal hues of the pumpkins and gourds. Place them atop a swatch of soft plaid for a multi-textured look that celebrates the season indoors.

For a unique outdoorsy look, piece together a birch wreath using natural supplies such as twig stems, cattail stems and foliage.

Find more harvest perfect fall home decor at joann.com.

Birch Wreath

Skill level: Beginner Crafting time: 1-2 hours Supplies and Tools: Burlap garland Dark brown raffia Florist wire (22 or 24 gauge) Burlap-wrapped wreath Hot glue gun and glue sticks Wire cutters Beige twig stems Brown floral tape 2 pinecone pick stems 2 onion grass cattail stems 5 fall leaf foliage 5 bags medium birch rounds

Harvest Fall Lanterns Skill level: Beginner Crafting time: 3-5 hours

Supplies and Tools: 2 boxes fall pumpkin and gourd decorations 1 bottle (2 fluid ounces) cloud white paint Black sponge paint brush 2 metal and glass lanterns Hot glue gun and sticks

Craft bow out of burlap garland and dark brown raffia.

Wrap wire around middle of bow and poke it into burlap wreath in desired location. Secure with hot glue.

With wire cutters, cut twigs to length and tape together with brown floral tape. Add pinecone stems to twigs and tape together with floral tape.

Wrap twig and pinecone stems with wire and poke wire into wreath under bow. Use hot glue to secure. Add cattails and fall foliage to accent. Attach to wreath in desired locations with hot glue. Cover remainder of wreath with birch rounds using hot glue.

Select two pumpkins to paint white. Paint them and let dry. Choose multiple sized pumpkins and gourds and attach them to the inside bottom of each lantern with hot glue to begin building a design. Add more pumpkins and gourds, and glue them to each other. Insert leaves and berries to accent pumpkins and fill in any empty spaces.

20 - Real Estate with Altitude • Big Bear Grizzly • September 2016

Bear in Mind ... ... the Big Bear Grizzly wiLL keep you informed with all the local news.

SUBSCRIBE TODAY!

BIG BEAR GRIZZLY • P.O. BOX 1789 • BIG BEAR LAKE • CA 92315 • PHONE (909) 866-3456 email: subscriptions@bigbeargrizzly.net

SUBSCRIPTION ORDER FORM EFFECTIVE January 1, 2014 • Includes Sales Tax

1 YEAR • 52 ISSUES • INCLUDING GRIZZLY E-EDITION SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY: $34 OUT OF COUNTY: $45 OUT OF STATE: $57 2 YEARS • 104 ISSUES SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY: $57 NAME ___________________________________________________________________ MAILING ADDRESS ________________________________________________________ CITY __________________________________ STATE __________ ZIP __________

❑

NEW

❑

RENEW

❑

ENCLOSED IS MY CHECK FOR : $___________

OR CHARGE YOUR SUBSCRIPTION:

❑ VISA ❑ MASTERCARD ❑ AM EXPRESS

ACCOUNT NUMBER ____________________________ EXPIRATION DATE ____________ SIGNATURE_______________________________________________________________

Real Estate with Altitude • Big Bear Grizzly • September 2016 - 21

D DUCE E R T JUS

$677,700

LOCATED IN BEAUTIFUL WINTERPARK AREA! 4 bedroom, 3 bath home backs to private acreage, on almost 1/2 acre lot.

Updated inside and out.

Open kitchen with granite counters and thermador stainless steel appliance package includes 36” range.

Game room and living room. Guest house and sport court. 3 car garage and parking for 8+ cars.

$279,000

MLS#2160522

If you loved the service from Becki’s Notary on the Go ... her Real Estate services are even better!

UCED D E R JUST

Becki Wheeler BRE #01347218

D DUCE E R T JUS

$129,880

$138,500

SINGLE STORY, CLEAN, LIGHT AND BRIGHT. This 3 bedroom 2 bath home is practically new. Ready for you to move in! Forced air heat, laundry room, master suite, front and back decks, partially fenced yard, plenty of parking and new landscaping. MLS#2160181

WELL MAINTAINED DUTCH GAMBREL with treed lot and decking.

Exterior freshly painted, real wood cabinetry with tree cut outs throughout, real wood floors, comes with some furnishings. Storage shed on property.

ED EDUC R T S JU

ED EDUC R T S JU

MLS#2161175

$25,000

$389,500 VACATION RENTAL or full-time home in prestigious Fox Farm. Comes with pool table and spa. Single story home recently updated. Lot’s of decking and solar tubes for natural lighting. MLS#216002

AMAZING VIEWS from this 3 bedroom, 2.75 bath home. Very unique, and most of this home is brand new, all-permitted. Corian counters, stainless steel appliances, tons of decking, 2 fireplaces and 2 master suites. 3 car oversided 2 story garage with additional workshop. Forced air heat with 3 intakes. Huge level lot. MLS#2161281

DEAL OF THE CENTURY with this over 10,000 sq. ft. lot with Ski Slope views.

Gentle upslope with variety of tree’s on maintained road. All utilities, including water, close by or in street. Easy access.

MLS#2160705

BIG BEAR 22 - Real Estate with Altitude • Big Bear Grizzly • September 2016

D DUCE E R T JUS

$149,000 TONS OF POTENTIAL with this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Additional area for business located right on the boulevard.

Brick courtyard in back, huge storage shed.

Light, bright interior, natural wood wainscoting and native rock fireplace. Priced to sell, owner occupied. MLS#2161428

$250,000 PILOTS DELIGHT! View of airport and ski slopes. Walk to the convention center.

Sunny side of the street for easy snow removal. 3 beds, 2 baths, 2 car garage and separate man cave area or 4th bedroom.

Large deck and completely fenced back yard with playhouse. MLS#2161684

909-800-8909 42153 Big Bear Blvd.

Big Bear Lake www.bigbearbecki.com