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Playgrounds will sit empty for a while as part of measures to stop the spread of COVID-19.
Playgrounds closed. Are parks next? Sel Richard Staff writer Looking for a playground “Following public for your toddlers to get their wiggles out? Unfortunately, health guidance and many will now need to practicing physical wiggle elsewhere as the El Dorado Hills Community distancing is Services District has closed important because all public playgrounds. CSD General Manager we want these Kevin Loewen urges residents to follow the new spaces to continue safety recommendations to be accessible.” outlined by the National Recreation and Parks — EDHCSD General Manager Association to curb the spread of COVID-19. Kevin Loewen “Given the current situation and the guidance from public health officials on physical distancing, limiting inperson social interactions, avoiding spaces where people congregate in close quarters and the concerns around transmission of the virus being spread through surfaces, we believe that playgrounds and play structures should tempo-
BUSINESS AS ‘USUAL’? Local restaurants, shops, offices adapt to COVID-19 restrictions Jana Rossi Staff writer While everyone shelters in place amid COVID19, El Dorado Hills businesses have made some major changes to continue to serve the community. Restaurants and shops have come up with new strategies to keep their doors open even as owners wonder if their new business models can survive under restrictive COVID-19 guidelines. Several local businesses have been able to continue during the shelter-in-place order with minimal modifications. At the El Dorado Hills Pak Mail location owner Monica Krakow is still helping people pick up mail, purchase stamps and ship packages. Social distancing rules are in place and the staff wears face
masks and gloves. “We are averaging around 50 customers a day,” Krakow told Village Life, adding that hours have been modified but Pak Mail is still open for business Monday through Saturday. It’s a different story next door at Rockin’ Frog Yogurt and More, which is closed. Owner John Marsh said they are looking into an alternative business model, which could mean changing from the current self-serve yogurt shop to a more controlled environment. In the meantime he said wants his customers not to worry, Rockin’ Frog will reopen its doors to serve the community as soon as it’s safe to do so. Big Apple Bagels and Friends With Benedicts n
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Planning a video conference? Beware of Zoombombing Dawn Hodson Staff writer U.S.-based video conferencing software company Zoom has become a popular way for people to hold meetings remotely, share information and be part of live discussions around the world via cell phone or computer. The software is used even more widely now as a result of the coronavirus pandemic as schools and businesses close, employees are forced to work from home and public entities turn to teleconferencing meetings. But with this timely new technology comes new problems — namely some of these teleconferences are being hacked by outsiders or what has come to be called Zoombombing.
Already reported to have occurred in a variety of settings, typically the Zoombomber posts pornography, offensive comments or otherwise disrupts the meeting. An instance of Zoombombing occurred in El Dorado County March 30 when Jeanie Rice, a grandparent with three grandkids in the Rescue Union School District, told Village Life she learned one of her grandkids was receiving instruction at home via Zoom and suddenly pornography showed up on the screen. The granddaughter, who is 12, “knew something was wrong and turned her head,” Rice said. Rice said her daughter later called other parents about the incident and the principal at the school, but she said, “The school didn’t tell people to stop using Zoom.”
El Dorado County Superintendent of Schools Ed Manansala said the district has used Zoom for a couple of years now to share information. More recently local school staff and teachers are using it to provide classroom instruction to students as a result of the schools being closed due to the coronavirus pandemic. Aware of Zoombombing occurring in other counties, Manansala said he and Dave Seabury, his director of information technology, tried to get in front of the problem early by sharing tips on how to correct security issues. Seabury said information went out to staff March 26. Seabury said Zoom is also aware of the problem and made three significant changes in the last three weeks. n
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MAKING THE DEAN’S LIST Grace Wegmann of El Dorado Hills was among a select group of outstanding students named to the fall 2019 Dean’s List at Adelphi University. The Dean’s List includes full-time students registered for 12 or more credits who have completed at least 9 graded credits and achieved a GPA of 3.5 or above for the semester. This recognition becomes part of the student’s academic record and is entered into the individual’s transcript.
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PEOPLE TALK
Question and photos by Jana Rossi
What has surprised you about yourself/others during this time?
Sue Parker
Scott Walters
Taylor Santos
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“What surprised me about myself is my need to check in on and provide for my ‘at risk’ friends and neighbors more than ever before.”
“How understanding everyone has been with social distancing. It’s been nice.”
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“The support of customers and local businesses.”
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Cindy Sample
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“I’m surprised but so pleased to see how magnanimous people have been — people who have reached out to me, whether it’s delivering groceries or bringing me dinner.
“The community support of local businesses. “
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The following information was taken from El Dorado County sheriff’s reports
April 1 11:36 a.m. A Villagio Drive resident reported finding feces and rat poison in the backyard believed to have been placed there by a neighbor with whom the reporting party is having a dispute.
April 2 11:33 a.m. Grand theft was reported on Town Center Boulevard. 12:37 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Suncast Lane.
April 4 8:40 p.m. A physical altercation was reported on
Starmount Way.
2:13 p.m. A theft was reported on Town Center Boulevard.
April 5 5:23 a.m. A key was reported stolen from an unlocked vehicle on Canterbury Circle. 6:05 a.m. A business was burglarized on Francisco Drive. Suspect(s) stole a safe and security system hard drive. 3:21 p.m. Deputies arrested a 67-year-old man on suspicion of illegal use of pepper spray on Starmount Way.
April 6 10:28 a.m. Vandalism was reported on Francisco Drive.
April 8 10:28 a.m. A small bag with a crystal-like substance was found at a Town Center Boulevard business.
April 9 6:01 a.m. An iPhone was reported stolen on Park Drive. 9:58 a.m. Grand theft was reported on Yucca Drive. 6:31 a.m. Deputies detained and later released a man who was allegedly too intoxicated to care for himself on Silva Valley Parkway.
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Rolling Hills Church volunteer Joe Davis poses with the full grocery bags waiting to be delivered. ing to create stable and healthy communities by developing, financing and operating affordable, program-enriched housing for families, seniors and people with special needs who lack the economic resources to access quality, safe housing opportunities. Rolling Hills Church also donated groceries to seniors at Creekside Manor in Folsom, another Mercy Housing senior property, and is giving out graband-go lunches to kids at Folsom Gardens. “We just wanted people to know that they had been seen
— that they are loved,� Pastor Kuwalski said. Iva Bartley, a resident who received groceries, said, “It touched me that our community is reaching out and not forgetting about individuals that may not be able to get out during this extraordinary time. It gave me hope.� District Church, Hands4Hope, El Dorado County Food Bank, Twin Lakes Food Bank and Buckeye Union School District are also reaching out and donating food to White Rock Village. If you are interested in donating food call (916) 941-2357.
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“We are deeply upset to hear about the incidents involving this type of attack and we strongly condemn such behavior,” responded a Zoom a spokesperson to an email inquiry from Village Life. “Starting March 20 we have been actively educating users on how they can protect their meetings and help prevent incidents of harassment through features like waiting rooms, passwords, muting controls and limiting screen sharing. We have also been offering trainings, tutorials and webinars to help users understand their own account features and how to best use the platform. We are listening to our community of
users to help us evolve our approach — for example, we recently changed the default settings for education users to enable waiting rooms by default and ensure teachers by default are the only ones who can share content in class.” Zoom has also put out educational materials on the topic: • Keep uninvited guests out of your Zoom event: blog.zoom.us/wordpress/2020/03/20/keep-uninvitedguests-out-of-your-zoom-event • Best practices for securing a virtual classroom: blog.zoom.us/wordpress/2020/03/27/best-practices-forsecuring-your-virtual-classroom
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are serving customers with to-go and curbside pick-up options. Big Apple Bagels owner Scott Walters said he follows social distancing guidelines and only allows up to two customers in the shop at a time. Orders are taken at the counter, online or by phone. Tina Ferguson, owner of Face in a Book calls her store “the little bookstore that could.” While the popular El Dorado Hills Town Center business is closed to the public, Ferguson is still fulfilling her customers’ need to read. “We are able to meet the need where others cannot,” said Ferguson, who is personally delivering books to El Dorado Hills residents. Customers order books online and either pick-up curbside or have them delivered to their home. Ferguson also has partnered with
nearby Milestone Restaurant, setting up two bins filled with books offered free of charge for customers picking up to-go orders at the restaurant. Nibblers, which opened its doors in Town Center last September, is still busy filling orders and customers’ goodie bags. The way customers choose their candy assortments changed as only employees are able to grab candy from jars, but customers are still able to walk around the store and pick prepackaged candies on their own. Nibblers also offers the option of ordering online and picking up curbside. Owner Melanie Sweeney said she is very happy for the support of the community, noting, “Everyone needs snacks and sweets.”
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rarily close in an effort to reduce community spread,” advised a press release from NRPA. As of April 7 the EDHCSD has closed all playgrounds, the Community Park Dog Park, basketball, tennis and bocce ball courts as well as the batting cage. “We need your help in following new health and safety recommendations,” Loewen shared with El Dorado Hills residents. “We are in this together and I sincerely apologize for the disruption more closures bring to you and your family.” Loewen said he hopes to keep parks open but expressed concern for those areas as well. “We know that access to nature through parks and green spaces offer important physical and mental health benefits. Following public health guidance and practicing physical distancing is important because we want these spaces to continue to be accessible,” he said in his letter calling for residents to work together to help keep El Dorado Hills parks open. Loewen makes clear that public access does not include the Bass Lake area, which is private property and has recently suffered some vandalism. “Signs have been taken down, fences have been damaged and the sheriff was called over the weekend,” he said, requesting residents respect the signs prohibiting trespassing. The latest closures are in addition to facilities that have been closed since mid-March, including all public restrooms, the teen center, CSD gym, Norm Rowett Pavilion, Oak Knoll Clubhouse, Gilmore Senior Center, skate park, community pool and EDHCSD Clubhouse operated by the Boy and Girls Club. All youth and adult sports leagues and new facility rentals are postponed until further notice. The CSD Registration Office,
the Parks Department and the Administration Office remain operational but are closed to the public. The Recreation Department has canceled or postponed all CSD events and programming and is closed until further notice. Design Review Committee submittals can be placed in the drop-off box in front of the Norm Rowett Pavilion. With recreation activities and facilities coming to a halt, Loewen said the CSD workforce has been greatly impacted. All part-time and temporary staffing, except information technology personnel, were removed from the schedule and provided two weeks pay in lieu of receiving advance notice. Full-time Recreation Department staff were offered assignment within the Parks and Facilities Division and several administrative staff are working from home. “The workforce anxiety level is high, just as it is for everyone everywhere right now,” Loewen states in a report submitted to the EDHCSD Board of Directors. “Although the labor union has asked for paid administrative time off indefinitely, the district has a responsibility to provide said essential services and to continue stewarding the public’s funds for the purposes they are designated for,” writes Loewen, assuring that fulltime staff continuing with essential services have been afforded several generous leave options. “These are costs that the district will likely not be reimbursed for,” he pointed out. “The impacts we face financially are not the priority for us at this time; our priority is the health and safety of our community and our staff.” The EDHCSD continues to collaborate with county officials and healthcare experts multiple times a week and has developed its own COVID-19 information page. For federal, state and local health official orders and other health tips visit eldoradohillscsd.org/about/ covid-19.
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Girl Scout and her canine companion going for gold “Service dog fraud occurs when people pose their pet dog as a service dog by putting service dog vests on dogs that have not been properly trained and ak Ridge High School Nicole do not have public access rights. This Shedd began working on her is illegal, disrespectful and dangerous Girl Scout Gold award during to service dogs and their handlers,” she her sophomore year, deciding to take explained. “Service dogs take years of on a service project that checked two hard work, socialization and money important boxes — fulfilling a passion to properly equip them to be able to and honoring someone she holds close help someone with a disability and the to her heart. majority of service dogs cost more than “Animals, especially dogs, have $10,000 (service dogs from Canine always been a passion of mine,” Companions are free for graduates). explained Nicole, who plans to study “It is dangerous and disrespectful animal science in college and chose this project in memory of her late math for people to bring their pet dogs into public places because of all of the hard teacher, Mrs. Mattey. work it takes to train a service dog for a Shedd decided she would volunperson with a disability ... and it could teer to be a puppy raiser for Canine put the service dog in danger if the pet Companions for Independence, which gets out of control,” Nicole added. trains assistance dogs for children, She noted people who have service adults and veterans with disabilities. dogs “need the dogs.” Puppy raisers volunThe puppy-raising teer their time and “Many of the graduates experience taught households to the Nicole three importraining and raising that I have had the tant things: “how to of Labrador or golden take responsibility for retriever puppies from opportunity to meet being, how to the time the pups are so beyond thankful another manage my time and are eight weeks old. how to show empaPuppy recruits spend for puppy raisers ...” thy.” about a year and a “It is a lot of work half with their puppy — Nicole Shedd to raise a puppy to raisers, learning basic become a service dog; etiquette such as potty you are responsible for both their phystraining, crate training and socializaical needs and managing their behavior tion skills before returning to Canine Companions for continued professional that is appropriate for a service dog that someone will rely on in the future,” training. she shared. “Empathy was also a huge During those following six to nine part of my project and has shaped me months they learn more advanced immensely as a person. I have learned commands such as turning on lights, how to have empathy for these dogs picking up dropped items and openthat work so hard as well as for the ing and closing drawers. Graduating graduates who live with some type of canines are then placed in various physical or mental disability, but that assistance roles, depending upon their doesn’t stop them from accomplishing skills. Some will go on to become seramazing things. Many of the graduates vice dogs, where they will help adults with daily tasks, while others will work that I have had the opportunity to meet are so beyond thankful for puppy raisas hearing dogs and be the ears for ers and the stories they tell about why the deaf and people with hearing loss. they are excited for the dog and what Skilled companion dogs help children they are excited to be able to do now and adults with various disabilities lead that they have a dog is so inspiring.” more independent lives and facility Nicole is now on her second Canine dogs visit and educate the public in Companion, Helga, and said Kamden schools or hospitals. is a big help. “When we are practicing If a pup doesn’t quite make the cut, commands with Helga, Kamden always like Nicole’s first Canine Companion joins and ‘teaches’ her,” she said, addpuppy named Kamden, they are ing that Kamden is a “super special pup released from the program. who loves to work and we continue “It takes a very special dog to be a teaching him everything we can.” service dog and that just was not his What will happen in the event Helga calling,” said Nicole, who was then doesn’t graduate? “I’m not sure yet, given the option of adoption. Kamden since I will be in college,” Nicole said, now lives a wonderful life with the “but I have high hopes that she will Shedd family as their family dog. graduate.” Nicole’s project focused on training For more information about Canine and spreading knowledge about service Companions for Independence visit dogs and making the public aware of cci.org. service dog fraud. Jana Rossi Staff writer
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casino employees were said to receive their base pay and benefits throughout the shutdown. Now, furloughs and layoffs come with an indefinite closure of the casino. The move comes after
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The California A delay in selling a home may be ers and sellers who have Association of Realtors spring back during the summer and inconvenient but it’s usually not an largely set aside buying has reported a survey of fall months. If it lingers into summer Ken Calhoon or our economic recovery takes a year economic hardship. A “no new listor selling homes during its membership revealor longer, the actions the real estate ing policy” would be lifted when the what would have been a ing a quarter of all sales Real estate columnist community initiates today will prevent governor lifts the stay-at-home order busy spring season. have been canceled panic selling, preserve property values but until then a moratorium on open It was March 19 that since the “shelter in houses, previewing and soliciting buyGov. Newsom ordered a statewide place” order. With the executive order and protect the health and safety of our clients. ers to preview listings is in the public’s “shelter-in-place” executive order extended indefinitely and the presiIn our litigious society, where an best interest. with no clear ending date. In El dent telling us that “it’s going to get agent can be held liable for the nonPanic is not a successful selling stratDorado County, 25% of active listings bad,” we should expect the same for disclosure of the potential presence of egy. After watching the free fall of that existed at the beginning of the the real estate market. radon gas, mold and asbestos fibers in 401K savings, unable to conduct busigovernor’s order have been canceled Folks don’t make large financial a home, it’s a sure bet we will be held ness and fearful of the future, many or placed on hold with the instruction commitments, like buying a home, liable if exposing home buyers or sellhomeowners will consider discount“do not show.” when they feel uncertain of their ecoers to COVID-19. When the brightest ing their home’s value, selling now Good candidates for buying a home nomic future. In response, anxious epidemiologists are having difficulty and salvaging what equity they have. just 30 days ago have postponed their sellers will start reducing their prices determining who has it, who has A large number of new listings at this house-hunting indefinitely. This year’s and buyers will sense an opportunity already had it, where it is lurking and time with a small number of buyers lower mortgage rates were expected and negotiate for further price reducwill add to the anxiety of other hometo boost sales to warp speed but have tions. If we are not back to work soon, for how long, no home is completely safe for previewing and no coronavirus owners, more listings and lower prices. stalled in attracting buyers. County property values will be headed south. disclosure or liability release is worth Real estate agents play a vital role pending sales have dropped by 80 from The president, Congress and the risking the health and safety of our in assisting home buyers and sellthis time last year. Federal Reserve have enacted extreme clients. ers. However, these are extraordinary Agents have mostly given up on gen- measures to avoid a total collapse of Buying a home is an up-close and times requiring extreme cautionary erating new business. Instead they’ve our economy and more importantly personal experience. Google Earth and measures. In the words of one of the focused on closing existing escrows to maintain confidence in our instituvirtual tours are a poor substitute for greatest country western music artists, that have been delayed by skittish buy- tions and currency. The real estate the experience of being there in realKenny Rogers, “You’ve got to know ers and an absence of service providindustry, to protect all homeowners time. Buyers may be initially attracted when to hold ’em, know when to fold ers. Title and mortgage companies are and property values, needs to do the by slick photos but before making a ’em, know when to walk away and short on staff, most home inspectors same. long-term commitment they must feel know when to run ...” are refusing inspection requests and Organized real estate, includan emotional connection that requires Ken Calhoon is a real estate broker in appraisals are “drive-by” only. ing offices, MLS and the California El Dorado County. He can be reached for Faced with financial insecurity, buy- Association of Realtors should adopt a their engagement into an unknown home’s environment. questions and comments at ken@kencalers are bailing out of escrows. Some “no new listing” emergency policy. A recent study from the New hoon.com. have lost jobs, others have lost a good Agents who are legally and ethically
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ADDRESS
BD
BA
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ACRES
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$3,395,000
SF
ACRES
LISTING #
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Realtors hopeful for post-pandemic market rebound Troy Green National Association of Realtors WASHINGTON, D.C. — With an expected slowdown in spring real estate business activity, many Realtors remain hopeful for a post-pandemic market rebound, according to a new survey from the National Association of Realtors. The majority of Realtors believe buyers and sellers will return to the market as delayed transactions following the end of the health crisis. Nearly six out of 10 members — 59% — said buyers are delaying home purchases for a couple of months, while a similar share of members — 57% — said sellers are delaying home sales for a couple of months. “Home sales will decline this spring season because of unique economic and social consequences resulting from the coronavirus
outbreak, but much of the activity looks to reappear later in the year,” said NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun. “Home prices will remain stable because of a pandemic-induced
reduction in inventory coupled with less immediate concerns over foreclosures.” NAR’s latest Economic Pulse Flash
Survey — conducted April 5-6 — asked members questions about how the coronavirus outbreak has impacted the residential
and commercial real estate markets. Several highlights of the member survey include: Due to the outbreak, 90% of members said buyer interest declined and 80% of members cited a decline in the number of homes on the market. Home prices look to hold steady after rising robustly before the pandemic. Almost three in four members — 72% — said sellers have not reduced prices to attract buyers. Conversely, more than six in 10 members — 63% — said buyers are expecting a decline in home prices as buyers sense less competition in the current environment. Technology plays a vital role as the real estate industry adapts to the new reality of managing deals virtually with social distancing directives in place. Members said the most common
technology tools used to interact with clients are e-signatures, social media, messaging apps and virtual tours. Residential tenants are facing rent payment issues, but many delayed payment requests are being accommodated. Nearly half of property managers — 46% — reported being able to accommodate tenants who cannot pay rent and more than a quarter of individual landlords — 27% — said the same. The recently enacted Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act includes provisions on eviction prevention and small business loans and grants that are critical to keeping the rental market steady. View NAR’s Economic Pulse Flash Survey full report at nar. realtor/research-and-statistics/research-reports/ nar-flash-survey-economic-pulse.
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nusual rounded planters draw eyes to the Elmhurst, a midsize, single level home, ideal for singles or empty nesters. Stone veneer lends its variegated textures to the planters, wainscoting and columns. High on the roof, the parade of clerestory windows nicely echoes the grid on the garage door. This plan is designed for construction on an upsloping lot, but it could also be built on flat ground. No living space would be lost, only basement areas. Entering from the right, you walk between a planter and a nearly rounded bay window to reach the railed porch. Inside the foyer, diffuse light streams in through a transom and sidelight. Mirrorimage double doors open into the library/study on the right, and the office on the left. Straight ahead is a bright and spacious vaulted living room. Display shelves with recessed lighting wrap around three sides. During the day more light
washes in through the high row of clerestory windows facing front, as well as skylights and wide windows at the rear. A gas fireplace and home entertainment center fill part of the left wall. Openings into the dining room and kitchen are on the right, as is a passthrough window in front of the kitchen sink. A raised eating bar provides partial separation between the dining room and kitchen while the walk-in pantry and central work island add to the ample cupboard and counter space. Laundry appliances are nearby in a large utility room complete with a deep sink and dropdown ironing board. The small powder room is equally handy. The Elmhurst’s luxurious owners’ suite, plus a guest room with private bath, fill the left wing. Associated Designs is the original source for the Elmhurst 30-452. For more information or to view other designs visit AssociatedDesigns.com or call 800-634-0123.
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bathroom. The master suite is in the back of the home, offering privacy and access to the backyard. The master bathroom has a roomy walk-in closet, two sinks and a tiled, step-up shower/tub. The gorgeous pool/spa combo on the second tier of a very private backyard makes this space feel like an at-home retreat. Relax in the calm waters or lounge by the pool on a comfy chair. The patio surrounding the pool offers plenty of space for relaxation or, when permitted, a lively gathering of friends and family. Below the pool area is a back deck expertly built around a large tree — a great place for a barbecue and dining set. In between the tiers is a planter with a bubbling fountain and greenery. The backyard has a second planter above the pool area as well as mature trees and colorful flowers. The large front deck (partially covered) overlooks a front yard with colorful shrubs, a small lawn and mature trees. The property includes a detached, two-car garage and small sport court. Additional house features include a new, metal roof and new HVAC unit. Interested in this Powers Drive property? Contact Callie Mirsky at (916) 813-8583 or calliehomes@gmail.com.
Described as a “once in a lifetime” property, this amazing custom home is a rare opportunity for the buyer.
“It’s a lifestyle property that will have you staring at the views day and night from one of four balconies or from the pool and spa area.”
— Mike Alumbaugh
Built in 2002, the list price for this contemporary custom home, that features approximately 3,885 square foot over 2 stories, and is privately gated, is $1,049,000.00 The large Kitchen boasts a separate private balcony with outdoor kitchen facilities as well as alfresco dining space. Other Kitchen niceties include updated appliances, soft close cabinets and drawers, granite counters, full backsplash, 2 sinks and a beautiful Kitchen Fireplace. The first floor also features a full bath with a custom rock and copper vanity as well as a walk in shower.
Outside you will enjoy a private setting that provides a big view along with multiple pool side seating areas and a built in spa. The pool features newer equipment which is protected under the home out of the weather and sun as well as a newer pebble tec floor finish.
In addition to the Master Suite and 3 guest bedrooms on the 2nd floor, there are laundry facilities with 220 volt and gas hook-ups and built-in cabinets and tons of storage space. The views from the master bedroom are incredible and the electric fireplace/coffee bar makes the room very cozy! You will enjoy great storage and organization with the large walk in closet and centralized granite countertop island. The master bath has recently been remodeled and offers a huge, multiple shower head step in shower and gorgeous quartz counter top with his and her sinks. The home has newer central Multi-Zone, Multi-Unit air and natural gas heating. Other energy features are ceiling fans, full dual pane windows, full insulation, whole house fan, power window shades and owned PV Solar Array. There are three fireplaces, one double sided in the Dining Room and Kitchen plus a large wood burning/gas fireplace in the Family Room. The garage has three parking spaces, separate space for motorcycles or bikes and a workshop. Among other features are cathedral ceilings, 4 balconies, built-in barbecue, covered deck and patio and uncovered spa/hot tub and over the top incredible Views! michael.alumbaugh@gmail.com There are no homeowner association dues. CalRE#: 01317257
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WARM COLORED SUNSETS & FOLSOM LAKE VIEWS • Custom 4 bedroom single story home located in a gated community • Spacious great room showcases high ceilings, crown molding,
floor to ceiling rock hearth with gas stove & large picture windows capturing the stunning view • Granite island kitchen features a wine refrigerator, kegerator & 2 ovens • Take advantage of having a bonus room coming off the master that could be a home office • Entertain in style out on the covered patio that overlooks Folsom Lake • Enjoy having a tool shed, 6 car attached garage and 5 acres 20007910 $799,999
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Four Springs Custom 3bd/2ba home w/2 car gar on 6 parklike acres, many types of trees, amazing views, an outdoor spa, fire pit area, treehouse, wishing well, 2 outdoor sheds, walking trails & 2 seasonal creeks complete with a bridge. Enjoy the views all year round from your covered patio. Updated recently w/new well pump, newer decking, recent paint, engineered hardware flooring, newer retro windows, newer dishwasher, kitchen stove, gas water heater along with new roof & rain gutters. Home boasts a large living room, family room, den/office, indoor laundry, pantry closet and a convenient dining area. Energy efficient w/wood stove, propane heat, propane H2O, propane range, ceiling fans and water softener. Riding lawn mower & kitchen refrigerator are included. RV access! 20018029 $649,000
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S T E P I N A N D FA L L I N LOV E ! This property has it all, 4bd/3ba all updated plus Solar! White kitchen with nook plus a slider that enters right onto a wrap around deck! Welcoming living and dining room with separate family room and cozy gas fireplace. Romantic Master suite with a sitting room and balcony. Large Master bath w/granite counters and loads of closets. This home is 2697 sf w/additional 500sf of finished walk-out basement and wine cellar. 2 car attached garage plus 4 car detached or possible 3 stables. Dog kennel, beautiful trees! 20002673 $849,950
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