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THE LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE OF SAN BENITO COUNTY

A supplement to the Hollister Free Lance

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Gourmet Gifts Casa de Fruta delights for more than 70 years

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More than 70 years since the Bisceglia brothers opened their first roadside fruit stand, Casa de Fruta is a tourist landmark.

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A’PLENTY Pacheco Pass fruit stand evolves into a holiday shopping destination

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hen Clara Bisceglia Zanger inherited orchards along the Pacheco Valley in the 1940s, she encouraged her three sons—George, Joseph and Eugene—to use the land as a nice business venture. ’60s and ’70s,” says managing partner Suzan Slater.

Located on Pacheco Pass Highway in Hollister, Casa de Fruta’s Fruit Stand is no longer just a stand but a fair competitor with any gourmet produce store.

Growing slowly over the years, the fruit stand is still known for its fresh fruit, dried fruit and vegetables, but it now sells wine and has a wine tasting area and an extended area that includes a gift shop.

There are also a variety of nuts for sale, Slater explains.

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But no one could have predicted what that venture would become when her sons opened a cherry stand, becoming one of the country’s most unique and successful businesses.

The families of Joseph and Eugene continue to operate the family business, Casa de Fruta, today. Seventy years after it first opened, its name is now synonymous with quality fruit, nuts and gifts. And with the addition of Casa de Wine, Casa de Sweets, a restaurant, an amusement area (Casa de Choo Choo and Carousel), the tourist landmark has evolved into a shoppers’ haven.

“It just grew over the course of the years of the

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restaurant, shops and amusement areas all in one location.

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find mounds of nuts waiting to be scooped up into bags.

“We have 10 varieties of almonds,” Slater says, including “seasoned, sweetened, salted, roasted, glazed.”

There are also 15 varieties of cashews and pistachios, with such eclectic flavors as jalapeno and garlic, according to Slater.

Those looking for more than fruit and nuts can find a wide selection of items in Casa’s shops, where visitors can check the whole family off their holiday lists.

“We bring forward the different gift packs and the baskets—the larger selection at that time of year. And we also carry different themed gifts in the wine tasting room (Casa de Wine) for other items other than the gourmet gifts that we carry,” Slater says.

Items found in Casa de Wine include hot sauces, pickled vegetables, olives, garlic, garlic-stuffed olives, barbecue sauces, marinades, jams, and jellies. Beautiful displays showcasing holiday decor, angels, cooking items and local sports team memorabilia are also available.

And anyone with a sweet tooth will appreciate Casa de Sweets, where such popular items as

traditional fudge, a variety of candies, holiday gift boxes and children’s toys can be found.

The sweet shop also serves Santa Cruz’s Marianne’s ice cream, novelty pomegranate bars and Casa de Fruta’s nationally known pie, which was recently recognized in a USA Today 10 Best article for the best pie in California.

Guests of Casa de Fruta will also be delighted to find its restaurant, shops and amusement areas all decked out for the holidays. Casa de Choo Choo, is also decorated along with its train, and there are Christmas tree displays and plenty of photo opportunities for the holidays as well. “And at night we have on all the lights on all of our buildings,” Slater adds.

“There’s some different, unique items that you won’t find everywhere else, but you will find them here,” Slater says.

Casa de Fruta is located at 10021 Pacheco Pass Highway in Hollister.

Casa de Choo Choo and Carousel hours are Mon-Sun, 10am-4pm, weather permitting. For more information, and for holiday and regular store hours, visit casadefruta.com or call 408.842.7282.

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CHRISTMAS RACE Head to the seventh annual Christmas Double Road Race benefiting the American Red Cross. Double Racing consists of two-stage running events; participants run the longer stage, take a halftime break and then run the second stage. Enjoy four Double Racing events, including a Kids’ Double and two open races. Participants will receive a Santa hat and official longsleeve shirt, and finishers will receive a medal. Saturday, Dec. 15, 7am at 406 Second St. To register, visit tinyurl.com/y7nczsob.

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COMIC CON Visit the Salinas Valley Comic Con, now in its fifth year, and celebrate comics, comic books, zines, pop culture and more. The event features an expanded Artists’ Alley, enhanced Game Room, local costuming clubs and popular cosplayers. Other highlights include toy and comic vendors, food trucks and much more. Enjoy this grassroots celebration of comics Saturday, Dec. 15, 10am-5pm and Sunday, Dec. 16, 10am-4pm at Hartnell College, 411 Central Ave. For more information, visit steinbeck.org.

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HOLIDAY HAYRIDE Get in the festive spirit while discovering park trivia during a hayride through Hollister Hills State Vehicle Recreation Area. The Holiday Hayride Tours will begin at 6pm in the Madrone Campground and will make stops to pick up passengers along the way. Bring along a thermos of hot cocoa, a blanket and warm clothing and enjoy this free event. Saturday, Dec. 15, 6pm at Hollister Hills State Recreation Area, Lower Ranch, 7800 Cienega Road. Park entrance fee is $5. For information, email HollisterHills@parks.ca.gov.

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Join the Machado School Heritage Society for the 16th annual evening of Caroling by Candlelight at Historic Machado School, built by local residents in 1895. Everyone is welcome to sing carols led by Karen Crane inside the historic schoolyard, followed by festive refreshments of cookies, cocoa and cider. Sunday, Dec. 16, 5-7:30pm at Machado School, 15130 Sycamore Dr, Morgan Hill. Caroling will be held inside if there is rain. For updates, visit tinyurl.com/y9c6v27o or directions, call 408.422.9444.

CHRISTMAS RACE The seventh annual Christmas Double Road Race will be held on Dec. 15 in San Juan Bautista.

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KNIT RIGHT When only handmade will do, knitters can purl up with Continental Stitch

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in Morgan Hill for the best gifts this season.

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Morgan Hill yarn shop offers quick projects in time for the holidays

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xperienced knitters know working with luxury yarn really feels wonderful.

Quality yarns glide easily through the fingers.

“As knitters become more experienced, they become more educated on benefits of working with quality yarns,” explains Shirley Todd. “Luxury and hand-dyed yarns truly elevate the projects.”

Continental Stitch owners, mother and daughter duo Shirley Todd and Nadine Berthiaume, are a longtime staple in the yarn community. Open for 35 years and relocated a handful of times, Continental Stitch is South Valley’s only

knitting store in a 35-mile radius.

The Candy Park Center location offers high-fashion luxury yarns from the U.S. and imported yarns from Peru, Uruguay, Italy, Australia and Japan. Top brands include Noro, Queensland Collection, Rozetti, Malabrigo as well as hand-painted yarns Cat Mountain Fiber Arts.

“I love all the yarns we carry because they all have something special to offer,” says Todd. “Our shop favorite is Noro because of all the amazing color combinations within the yarn. Noro also has wonderful pattern designs for their yarn.”

With many high-quality yarns in various fibers to choose from including alpaca, wool, organic cotton,

bamboo, blended yarn and more, yarn lovers can find almost anything at the Morgan Hill store. And Todd offers her expertise to knitters in selecting yarns and patterns—even for quick projects like cowls, scarves, hats and socks that are great for beginners.

Continental Stitch offers variety of patterns to help keep loved ones warm in the cool winter months, including knitted socks, hats, lap afghans or that one-of-a-kind knitted baby hat.

Too busy to knit or aren’t sure what to buy? Ready-made fashionable garments for all styles are available for sale and gift certificates or classes make great last-minute gifts.

Yarn bowls, hand thrown by local artists and essential for keeping yarns in place, are for sale. “Knitting notions, stitch markers, scissors, shawl pins, and jewelry by Julie make great stocking stuffers,” says Todd. Special orders like swifts and ball winders can be ordered ahead in time for the holidays.

After more than three decades in business, Todd has a passion for knitting and creating but is most fulfilled by teaching others to knit.

In recent years, Todd has seen a shift in interest from more complex projects to fast, single-skeined designs. Shirley and Nadine have taken a new approach by offering single-skein kits like “Paint” or “Fashion Box” to make fashionable shawls in the latest trends and colors that cleverly include a pattern on the packaging for less than $30.

“Knitters used to knit lots of complicated sweaters,” Todd explains “Now they knit quick projects like cowls and scarves. We think this is because life has become so much more fast-paced over the last 35 years.”

Continental Stitch is an inviting place, where knitters can drop in and work on their projects.

Visit Continental Stitch, 16375 Monterey Road, Suite J, Morgan Hill in the Candy Park Mall or online at knitboutique.com. View their Facebook page for class and event schedules.

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Celebrate the shortest day and longest night of the year. Witness the sun illuminate the church tabernacle on the morning of the winter solstice in San Juan Bautista at the annual Winter Solstice Observation. Arrive at the Mission church at sunrise and witness the spectacular light of sunrise enter through the window, line up with the altar to illuminate it and its sacred objects, then the aisle and end at the tabernacle. Have a moment in the sun at this free event on Friday, Dec. 21, 6am at Old Mission San Juan Bautista, 406 Second St, San Juan Bautista. For more information, visit sanjuanbautistaca.com.

HOLLISTER WINTER CONCERTS Join San Benito Oriana Chorale and the Oriana Youth Chorus at this year’s

Winter Concert Series, “Season of Light.” Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door, $10 for students and free for children under age 12.

Concerts will be presented Friday,

Dec. 14, 7:30pm at St. Benedict Catholic Church, 1200 Fairview Road and Sunday, Dec. 16, 3pm at Christ Fellowship Church, 2066 San Benito St. For more information, visit orianachorale.org.

SHOPPING EXTRAVAGANZA B&R Farms invites holiday shoppers to skip the hectic malls and delight in holiday shopping as it brings together the very best boutiques, vendors and shops for “Holidays in Hollister: Shop Amongst Blenheims and Bells.” Enjoy the cozy pine smell of the holidays, refreshments including hot apricot cider and complimentary gift bags and cards.

Shop for gift boxes, wreaths and

Christmas trees, quilts, decor, soaps, wood crafts and more. Also enjoy a children’s book signing and a Santa photo booth. Ten percent of all proceeds to benefit community nonprofits. Saturday, Dec. 15, 9am-5pm at B&R Farms, 5280 Fairview Road. Visit brfarms.com.

LADIES NIGHT Ladies are invited to “just get away” from the hectic holiday hustle and bustle at The GardenShoppe. This drop in event features small planting projects, games, puzzles or just a space to relax and read a book.

Also enjoy snacks made from The GardenShoppe’s gourmet foods and seasonings. No make up is required at this free sweats

UGLY SWEATERS

Kick off the holidays and make merry with the ladies of the Faultline Derby Devilz at the annual Ugly Christmas Sweater Party. Enjoy karaoke, raffle prizes and hanging out with the Devilz at this party that is a holiday season essential. This fundraising event will also raise money to support the skaters’ travel expenses for their trip to Iceland in May 2019. Saturday, Dec. 22, 6-11pm at Daisy’s Saloon, San Juan Bautista. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/yc6sx7qc.

and slippers friendly event, just drop in, relax, play and plant.

Sunday, Dec. 16, 6-9pm at The GardenShoppe, 364 Seventh St. To RSVP, visit tinyurl.com/y8ae5qyr.

INSPIRING PERFORMANCE El Teatro Campesino presents La Virgen del Tepeyac 2018, adapted

by Luis Valdez as it celebrates forty-five years of tradition at the beautiful Old Mission San Juan Bautista. This joyous reenactment of the miraculous events that inspired the religious rebirth of Indigenous Mexico dramatizes the four apparitions of Our Lady of Guadalupe to Indigenous messenger Juan Diego in 1531. The performance features live music and Aztec dance and is presented in Spanish. Experience this special

Get crafty for a great cause at Growing Hearts’ first annual Wine and Wreaths event. Enjoy local wine and hors d’oeuvres while building a beautiful succulent wreath. All materials and succulents will be provided and the $35 fee benefits Growing Hearts, a nonprofit focusing on supportive employment for adult community members with special needs. Sunday, Dec. 16, 1pm at Fisher’s Restaurant and Catering, 650 San Benito St, Hollister. For more information, call 831.869.7536.

Christmas offering through Dec. 16 at Old Mission San Juan Bautista, 406 Second St. For information, dates and tickets, visit elteatrocampesino.com.

SALINAS THE NUTCRACKER Be a part of a holiday tradition and join San Benito Dance Academy as it presents its 11th annual Nutcracker show.

This unforgettable experience features a cast of dancers from ages 2 to adult presenting the timeless tale of Clara, her beloved Nutcracker and their adventures on Christmas Eve. Revel in this holiday staple Saturday, Dec. 15

and Sunday, Dec. 16, 1pm or 6pm at Sherwood Hall, 940 N. Main St. For more information, visit sanbenitodanceacademy.com.

MORGAN HILL JINGLE RIDE Join Bike Therapy for a ride around Morgan Hill to experience the holiday lights and decorations at the Jingle Ride.

Riders of all ages are encouraged to break out their ugly sweaters and bikes decorated with holiday lights for this slow group ride that will take place on neighborhood streets as much as possible. The Jingle Ride will roll out at 6:30pm and riders will enjoy hot cocoa and cookies upon their return. Saturday, ➝ 13

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GARLAND WORKSHOP Learn to create holiday garlands from fresh greenery at Expressions Floral’s Holiday Garland Floral Workshop. Participants will be instructed on how to make their own fresh garland from seeded eucalyptus and a mix of holiday greens. Space is limited and cost is $40 per participant. Wednesday, Dec. 19, 6:30pm at Expressions Floral - Hollister, 850 San Benito St. For information or to reserve a spot, call 831.636.6861.

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TREASURES Debbie Bird of Sweet Pea Antiques offers a wide selection of nostalgic finds from yesteryear.

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New mementos at Sweet Pea Antiques

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or the past 15 years Debbie Bird, owner of Sweet Pea Antiques located at 400 Third Street, San Juan Bautista, has been offering shoppers a wide mix of treasures. With six local vendors working under one roof the variety of items to pick from is endless.

Sweet Pea Antiques offers art deco, mid-century modern, architectural, repurposed, shabby-chic, lots of home and garden decor, pictures, mirrors, chandeliers, in

addition to a wide selection of collectible antiques.

When it comes to holiday shopping, Sweet Pea is the place to be.

“We carry gift items like La Lavande French soaps, La Vie earrings, local honey, and Adventures of Claudia greeting cards,” Bird said, adding, “We’re going to have lots and lots of vintage Christmas for your holiday decorating.”

Bird describes shopping in downtown San Juan Bautista as, “a stroll back in time.” The fact that

there’s free parking and much less traffic compared to the mall or the outlet stores is an added bonus, and Bird says, “Don’t forget to visit the Mission.”

Sweet Pea Antiques hours of operation are, Wednesday and Thursday 11am-4pm, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 11am-5pm. For more information call, 831.623.9338, or go to: www.facebook.com/Sweet-PeaAntiques-118008678234869/.

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Don’t miss Santa Claus arriving on a firetruck. For more information, visit sanjuanbautistaca.com.

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HONORING HEROES

Join National Wreaths Across America Day to remember the fallen, honor those who serve and teach the value of freedom. This annual wreath-laying ceremony is held at more than 1,400 memorial sites nationwide, at sea and abroad. Fallen heroes are recognized as each veteran’s name is read aloud and wreaths are laid on their graves. Saturday, Dec. 15, 9am at Calvary - Sacred Heart Cemetery, 1100 Hillcrest Road, Hollister. Visit wreathsacrossamerica.org

Dec. 22, 6:15-8pm at Bike Therapy, 17540 Depot St. Roll out at 6:30pm.

For more information, visit tinyurl.com/yamlo4fr.

EVENTS

HOLIDAY BONFIRE Experience San Juan Bautista’s annual bonfire, a tribute to the Hayden Family who, during the depression era, bought candies, toys and oranges for the community children. Townspeople came together around a bonfire and celebrated with games and songs while keeping warm. The bonfire will be held Friday, Dec. 21 at

DRIFTING COMPASS Spend Friday night with the high energy rock music of Drifting Compass.

Experience Drifting Compass’ all original lineup of rock music filled with memorable and thought provoking lyrics, catchy hooks, and great melodies. Enjoy free admission to this powerful show Friday, Dec. 21, 7-10pm at Grillin & Chillin Alehouse, 401 McCray St, Hollister. For more information, visit driftingcompass.com.

ROCKIN PARTY Head to Grillin & Chillin Alehouse to celebrate the holidays with Soul Kiss Band at the Ugliest Christmas Sweater Party.

Enjoy high-energy dance music as Soul Kiss performs a variety of top pop, rock, country, hip-hop, old school, classic rock and R&B hits from today and yesteryear. Prizes will be awarded to those wearing the best ugliest Christmas sweater/ clothes. Saturday, Dec. 22, 8-11pm at Grillin & Chillin Alehouse, 401 McCray St, Hollister. Visit soulkissband.com.

PINE PLANTING Children are invited to The GardenShoppe’s Children’s Mini Pine Planting Class.

Participants will enjoy painting a terracotta pot and decorating a rooted pine tree that can eventually

OPEN SPACE Enjoy an evening under the stars with astronomy docents eager to share the view at Starry Nights in Open Space.

Dress in warm layers and bring drinking water and a sense of wonder for the night sky; telescopes will be provided. Space is limited, registration is required. Enjoy the view Saturday, Dec. 29, 7-9pm at Rancho Cañada del Oro Open Space Preserve, 4289 Casa Loma Road, Morgan Hill. Please arrive before the gates close at 8pm to allow for undisturbed viewing. Please register by the number of cars in each group.

Visit, openspaceauthority.org.

BULKY RECYCLING San Benito residents are invited to take part in the Free Bulky Item Recycling Event presented by San Benito County Integrated Waste Management. The John Smith Road Landfill will be accepting residents’ bulky items for free during the last weekend of the month. Limited to residents only and participants are limited to two bulky items per event. Take advantage of this free recycling event Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 29-30, 9am-3pm at John Smith Road Landfill, 2650 John Smith Road, Hollister. For more information, visit cosb.us/ county-departments/iwm.

HOLIDAY WINE TASTING Solis Winery is offering its awardwinning vintage wines from its library cellar to celebrate the holiday season. Guests are invited to taste and/or purchase handselected, super-premium wines.

Quantities are limited. Experience Holiday Library Wine Tasting weekends from through Dec. 30 at Solis Winery, 3920 Hecker Pass Road, Gilroy. For more information, visit soliswinery.com.

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EVENING EXPERIENCE Celebrate the wonder of the season during Gilroy Gardens’ Gardens@ Night Holiday. Experience Gilroy Gardens’ 26 acres of majestic trees and gardens come alive with twinkling light displays and special holiday treats around every turn.

Ice skate under the stars, visit with Santa, ride favorite rides,

find crafts in the Marketplace and more. Friday-Sunday nights, Dec. 14-16, 4-9pm at Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park, 3050 Hecker Pass Highway, Gilroy. For more information visit gilroygardens.org.

PAINT NIGHT Savor a vast assortment of gourmet food, drinks, specials and painting at the “Friday Night at the Grinch, I Mean GROVE” painting event. An ARTICulture lead artist, Joel Esqueda, will lead a step by step painting process to complete a Grinch themed painting with personalized options available. Arrive early to order and enjoy Friday specials available for purchase separately from 6-7pm. Paint a sassy Grinch Friday, Dec. 21, 6-9pm at The Grove

by Leal Vineyards, 7511 Pacheco Pass Highway, Hollister. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/y9ak5tsm.

be transplanted to a larger pot or into the ground. Class cost is $15 with other holiday accessories available to add as decorations for an additional cost. This event will be held, while supplies last, through Dec. 24, noon-4pm daily at The GardenShoppe, 364 Seventh St, Hollister. For tickets and information, visit tinyurl.com/ y728ppdb.

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Pinot from the Santa Lucia Highlands, beautifully autumnal with chestnut, cranberry and forest floor; the 2015 Big Basin Vineyards Coast Grade Pinot from the Santa Cruz Mountains (a Top 100 2018 Food & Wine pick), shining with raspberry tea; and the 2016 Windy Oaks Estate Cuvée, brimming with spice, ready to meet any culinary mashup you can concoct.

Another way to carve your way around holiday flavors and differing wine preferences is gewürztraminer or riesling. Hobo Wines makes an excellent well-priced Monterey gewürztraminer, filled with orange peel and ginger, while Scratch (Carmel) has a righteously juicy, flavor-packed riesling. Ryan Stirm, in Aromas, is a veritable riesling ninja, sourcing from heritage vineyards. We’re thankful winemakers still make merry with these holiday-perfect grapes.

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ant to toast with local wines as you sit down to your holiday feasts? Begin with the 2017 Guglielmo Grignolino Rosé and the 2016 Lion Ranch Grenache Blanc, move to a 2015 Aver Family Carignane, 2015 Alara Tempranillo or 2015 Medeiros Sangiovese and finish with a Thérèse Vineyards 2015 Malbec or a 2013 Creekview Old Vine Zin. For pinot lovers, aside from Sarah’s Vineyard estate, there’s not much growing here in South Valley. That’s where Monterey comes in handy. Try the 2016 JD Hurley Central Coast Pinot or the J Lohr 2016 Falcon’s Perch Pinot Noir, one of the best they’ve ever made.

Their Gesture series includes a deep, dark take on Mourvedre, too.

More great nearly local pinots include the 2011 Mansfield-Dunne

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Offered for $679,600 (831) 245-0321

We are an award winning company offering superior service in each of our five locations!

330 Tres Pinos Road, Suite D1, Hollister (831) 245Ͳ0321 1544 Constitution Blvd, Salinas (831) 800Ͳ7341 534 Abrego Street, Monterey (831) 648Ͳ7271 237 Mt. Hermon Road, Scotts Valley (831) 438Ͳ8400 13117 Highway 9, Boulder Creek (831) 338Ͳ2125 or 338Ͳ2184

Featured Listing

Thank you for being a part of our family. Friends, neighbors and clients like you give us so much to celebrate, and we look forward to ringing in the New Year together. Cheers!

Daniel J. Furtado, Broker www.danfurtadorealestate.com 408.313.0833 | 831.313.1656 furtadodan@gmail.com CalBRE: 01131718

Kick off

2019

in a New Home AT C E R R ATO

Solar Homes Now Selling in Hollister!

What better way to start 2019 than in a beautiful,

brand new home? With select homes ready for move-in

now, you can find the perfect fit for you and your family.

• Priced from the $500s • Up to 3,015 square feet

Visit our Sales Office Today Mon 12 - 5pm Tues - Sun 10am - 5pm 705 Valencia Way, Hollister, CA 95023 (located by Highway 25 and Meridian Avenue) (831) 313-0999 Blythe.Milano@centurycommunities.com

A H O M E F O R E V E R Y D R E A M TM

Offered for sale by BMC Realty Advisors, Inc. CA Broker License #01920450. General Contractor License #971581. Seller reserves the right to make changes or modifications to plans, amenities, maps, plan specifications, materials, features, and colors without notice.

Maps, plans, landscaping and elevation renderings are artist’s conceptions, are not to scale, and may not accurately depict the homes or lots as they are built. These illustrations may depict options and features that are not standard on all models. Optional features may be included in the purchase, and if included, will vary according to size and location of the lot. Exterior treatments, square footages, window locations, and room configurations may vary with elevation. Model home interior decorating, options, landscaping, fencing, and other amenities are for display purposes only. All marketing material is for illustrative purposes only and not a part of a legal contract. Square footages are approximate. All prices, plans, standard features, specifications, options, availability, and estimated delivery dates are subject to change without prior notice. Additional restrictions may apply. See a New Home Counselor for further details. Depictions of homes or other features are conceptual. Decorative items and other items shown may be decorator suggestions that are not included in the purchase price and availability may vary. Persons in photos do not reflect racial preference and housing is open to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin. ©2018 Century Communities.

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• Just a few blocks from downtown Hollister

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REAL ESTATE APARTMENT/ CONDO RENTALS

BELLAGIO VILLAS 2 Bedroom apartments starting at $2150.

Pool. Park like setting Contemporary landscaping.

1129 Monte Bello Drive, Gilroy, CA 95020. Apply online: bellagiovillas.eprodesse.com 408.847.2328

FINISHED LOTS

HOLLISTER HOME RENTALS

HOME RENTALS

1/1 2/2 3/2 3/2 3/2.5 4/2 4/2 4/4

NICE 2BD/1.5BA $1,700 Townhouse in gated community

Refurbished 3BD/2BA $2,100 Duplex, Available Mid-Jan, Deposit $2,600

3BD/2BA $2,100 Duplex, Available Jan 1st, Deposit $2,600

$1,800 $2,500 $1,550 $2,500 $2,800 $2,500 $2,600 $4,400

Land Sales Built-to-Suit For Sale or Lease Select Lots Have Airport Access Financing Available

airparkbusinesscenter.com 831.684.0802

SAN JUAN BAUTISTA APARTMENTS

4BD/2BA $3,300 Corner lot house in Gilroy, Available NOW

HOLLISTER-RENTAL-PROPERTIES.COM EXECUTIVE OFFICE SUITE

200 Tres Pinos Road All inclusive Tenant responsible for phone and internet, good signage, front location & parking. $750+ sec. dep.

Contact Marilyn Ferreire, BRE 00409787 831.635.6700

1/1

$1,300

OFFICE SPACES AVAILABLE in Adam Square Business Complex 330 Tres Pinos Road $1,735/Month $1,735 Deposit 2 Executive Suites in Adam Square Business Complex 330 Tres Pinos Road $325/Month $325 Deposit

HOLLISTER INDUSTRIAL LAND 3.5 Acres for Sale Lease or Build to Suit IndustrIal shops For lease

northpointebusinesscenter.com

831.637.4297

RENTALS Country Home Small Ranch, 2 Units 20+ Acres One Year Lease

$2,400

COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE 600 sq. ft.

$800

STORAGE UNITS

127 sq. ft. to 790 sq. ft.

831.637.7337

For more information, call

831.637.1691

www.pivetticompany.com Lic# 429006

HOME & GARDEN SERVICES CONCRETE

FENCES

HAULING

LANDSCAPE & GARDEN

J. Casalegno Concrete

Soares Lumber P.S.G. Fencing

South County Cleanup, Demo & Hauling

Humberto Montes Tree Services

A+ rated BBB company 35+ years experience • Driveways • Patios • Walkways • Stamped Concrete

Redwood Fencing Chain Link • Decks Arbors • Hole Drilling

408.279.8036

339 Seventh St., Ste. B, Hollister

CONSTRUCTION

HANDYMAN

www.professionalpropertymgt.com

Rianda Construction

Hauling, yard work tree & brush trimming, fence repair, vacant home & garage cleaning FREE ESTIMATES Ruben 408.310.0078

Professional Property Mgmt. & Sales

CALL 831.637.9273

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HOLLISTER RENTAL PROPERTIES

408.842.0260 831.726.2002

Margaret L. Pidd, BROKER

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330 Tres Pinos Rd. Ste. B-1

WHEN BUYING OR SELLING A HOME ALWAYS CONSULT A REALTOR

Lic# 381833 Bonded & Insured

- 35 years experience -

Quality • Integrity New construction Additions & remodels

408.847.1490 Lic: #649968 Credit cards accepted

Lic. #606051

LOW RATES FREE ESTIMATES CLEAN UP-Yards, homes, properties, rentals & garages DEMO-Bathrooms, kitchens, decks, patios, small buildings HAULING-Garbage, yard waste, rock, sand & mulch POWER WASHING 408.430.3560

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Your Business or Service Ad Here For more information Contact 408.842.5066 or email

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• Hauling • Lawns • Aeration • Landscaping • Yard clean-up • Garden maint.

408.394.6824

Lic: #7921 Fully Insured

Adrian Urenda Gardening Service

Complete Maintenance • Landscaping • Sod & seeding • Hauling & yard cleanups • Plants • Sprinklers • Lawns Lic. #1397

Call 408.847.4337 Cell 408.314.5920

Kick off 2019 in a New Home at Tierra!

Now Selling in Salinas from the Mid $400s

Visit our Sales Office Today 1208 Campania Way, Salinas, CA centurycommunities.com (831) 800-3964 Se habla espaĂąol

A H O M E F O R E V E R Y D R E A M TM

Start the new year in a brand new home at Tierra at Monte Bella!

Distinct 1- and 2-story plans are now selling in Salinas from the mid $400s. Located just 15 miles from Monterey Bay! Select move-in ready homes are now available.

For more information, please contact: Norma.Ramos@centurycommunities.com or Lori.Davis@centurycommunities.com

General Contractor License #971581. Price, plans and terms are effective on the date of publication and subject to change without notice. Depictions of homes or other features are conceptual. Decorative items and other items shown may be decorator suggestions that are not included in the purchase price and availability may vary. The combined value of seller incentives, credits and other seller contributions may exceed lender limits established for the loan program for which homebuyer qualifies. Homebuyer should ask Inspire Home Loans about the impact of such limits. Persons in photos do not reflect racial preference and housing is open to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin. Š2018 Century Communities.

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