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SEPTEMBER 2021 | VOLUME 37, ISSUE 9 A publication of Napa V Valley Publishing Company

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In this issue 9

Four essential tips for preparing for power outages

10 Calistoga map 12 Food truck profile: Tacos Esperanza on Soscol Avenue 14 A home with spectacular views and architectural touches 16 St. Helena map

18 Young designers discuss up-and-coming design inspirations 20 Resale revolution: 6 tips for scoring great home furnishing deals online 22 Yountville map 28 Restoring mental health: Napa’s Filipino community addresses the pandemic 30 Napa map 35 Burt Polson’s Real Estate in the Napa Valley: Inheriting real estate and problems 36 Chris Craiker, The Architex Angle: Elevating your home 38 Gerrett Snedaker: Wine Country real estate trends in August 2021

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SEPTEMBER 2021

4 ESSENTIAL TIPS FOR PREPARING FOR

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Natural disasters like hurricanes, severe storms, tornadoes and wildfires are forces to be reckoned with. Not only can they bring high-speed winds, heavy rains and roaring flames, they can also knock out power grids for entire communities, leaving people without electricity when it’s needed most. No matter where you live in the country, now’s the time to prepare your home and family for the impact of prolonged power outages. Extended power outages are more problematic than ever before due to more people working and learning from home. According to a CNBC report, 25 percent of workers are still working remotely in 2021. And the remote work trend is only expected to increase, meaning more people will rely on home technology to do their jobs and help their children with school. So as more Americans remain at home, those in severe storm areas need to keep their lives running smoothly. Electricity is essential to aid our everyday lives and fortunately, being proactive can help reduce the risk of a power outage affecting your livelihood, allowing you and your family to ride out natural disasters in safety and comfort. SEPTEMBER 2021

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FIGHTING POWER OUTAGES HEAD ON Here are some ways you can prepare for power outages if you think a severe storm is heading your way:

MAKE SURE YOU HAVE ENOUGH BATTERIES AND BACKUPS Losing your Wi-Fi is problematic, especially during a power outage. Consider purchasing a battery backup for your modem and wireless router so you can stay connected. If your Wi-Fi provider is down, don’t panic. You can still use your electronic devices for work while keeping your family entertained during the outage. Make sure you have plenty of USB power banks and battery-powered wireless chargers on hand to keep cell phones, tablets, laptops and other electronic devices powered up. Also, ditch gas lanterns, candles and other items that can become a hazard. Consider battery-powered lanterns, flashlights, fans and other devices that run on standard-sized batteries.

severe weather event, an automatic standby generator is a reliable option. Automatic standby generators like those from Kohler Power sit outside your home similar to a central air conditioning unit and connect to existing fuel lines within the home (propane or natural gas). When power is lost to the home, an automatic standby generator turns on within seconds. Homeowners do not need to be present to operate or refuel the generator. Depending on the size, an automatic standby generator can power an entire home or several key circuits like lights, air conditioning, heating, Wi-Fi and a refrigerator. “An automatic standby generator is like having your own personal power source connected to your home,” said Ed Del Grande, a home improvement expert, contractor and author. “You’ll never have to worry about losing power again. Being prepared by installing an automatic standby generator will keep your family and home up and running during the storm.”

UNPLUG ELECTRONICS INSTALL AN AUTOMATIC AND OTHER DEVICES STANDBY GENERATOR FROM POWER SUPPLY For the best chances of keepIf you don’t have reliable ing your power running during a backup power from a generator,

make sure you unplug your work computer, TVs and other sensitive electronics. Homes can experience a “power surge” after the electric grid is up and running again. These power surges can damage your devices if left plugged into the wall, as the sharp increase in high voltage can be too intense for your devices to handle. Consider using surge protectors to protect sensitive electronics.

OBTAIN A NOAA WEATHER RADIO Severe storms can knock out cellular towers as well, which can make it hard to get weather updates and messages from emergency officials on your mobile device. During a storm, it’s important to have access to this information so you can make the best decisions for you and your family, like whether to evacuate the area or help a vulnerable loved one or neighbor in need. Emergency weather radios are available that have access to NOAA channels, which can help you get the latest weather and storm warning updates in real-time without accessing the internet. For more information on equipment that can help prepare you for severe storms, visit kohlergenerators.com. DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES | 9

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special place in the Napa Valley. Through the gated entry, cross Blossom Creek and up the hill is a beautifully renovated Normandy style home, affording stunning views of vineyards and the Palisades. Separate guest house, office/art studio, in ground pool, Master gardener designed rose garden, all situated in a magical park-like setting. www.3227hwy128.com $2,750,000

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FOOD TRUCKS OF NAPA COUNTY

Tacos La Esperanza: Baja-style tacos and meals at your fingertips

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ou won’t have to go far for some of Napa’s best Baja-style tacos and food. Just make a stop at Tacos La Esperanza. Parked almost in front of Matthew’s Mattress, at 1551 Soscol Ave., the food truck is open 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., 365 days-a-year. “It doesn’t matter what holiday,”—he’s open, said owner Rene Gonzalez Jr. “We gotta stay loyal to our customers.”

shrimp torta comes on a fluffy “bun” that got a little soggy on the way home, but that didn’t stop us from eating every bite.

BACK STORY: Gonzalez has operated Tacos La Esperanza on the 1500 block of Soscol Avenue for more than a dozen years. The food business is in his blood. It began with Gonzalez’s great-grandmother’s restaurant in the Mexican state of Ensenada – the birthplace of the recipe for the Baja-style fish WHO’S MAKING YOUR FOOD? tacos that his truck serves today. His father Gonzalez himself. “I’m the boss.” and his uncles have run food trucks all over the Bay Area since the 1970s, according to WHAT YOU’RE EATING: Gonzalez. Even his 75-year-old grandfather Tacos, burritos, quesadillas, tortas, aguas still slings tacos out of his truck in Oakland. frescas and chips and salsa. Fill with your choice of asada (steak), pollo (chicken), carni- DON’T LEAVE WITHOUT TRYING: tas (fried pork), pastor (spicy pork), camaron The Ensenada fish tacos. (shrimp), pescado (fish), lengua (beef tounge) “It’s a traditional recipe from my homeor birria (spicy shredded beef ). town,” said Gonzalez. On a recent visit, two diners tried a varied selection of foods from La Esperanza includ- PRICE RANGE: ing an al pastor taco, a shrimp taco, a fish Tacos start at $2.50. The most expensive taco, carne asada taco, quesabirria taco and item is a big shrimp burrito: it’s $18. a shrimp torta. The shrimp taco, a favorite, was pleasantly HIS PRIME PARKING SPOT: sweet but also acidic. A carne asada taco Soscol Avenue is a great location, he noted. wasn’t too dry and had a wonderful balanced “We’re close to downtown, the Westin, the flavor. River Terrace Inn, the Oxbow… More than The quesabirria featured a crunchy corn 50% of our customers are tourists.” tortilla with the shredded meat and a spicy sauce inside. Lightly battered fish with an ON THE DOWN LOW: aoli-type sauce was another winner. The Unlike many food trucks, Gonzalez hardly 12 | DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES

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Rene Gonzalez Jr., is the owner of Napa food truck Tacos La Esperanza. They have been found on the 1500 block of Soscol Avenue for more than a dozen years. Tacos La Esperanza has a menu with items that range from just a few dollars up to about $18.

promotes his business on social media. He doesn’t have to. His customers come from all over, including Vallejo, Fairfield and tourists from out of state and even out of the country. “We keep it old school,” and customers find him by word of mouth, said Gonzalez. “It’s better that way.” WORD TO THE WISE: “You can get a beef burrito anywhere,” Gonzalez said. La Esperanza makes a quesabirria, which is birria-style cooked beef folded into a tortilla with spices. Or try a steak and shrimp burrito, he advised. You can reach reporter Jennifer Huffman at 256-2218 or jhuffman@napanews.com SEPTEMBER 2021

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pectacular” might be the best word to sum up the property at 861 Conn Valley Road in St. Helena, which is on the market for $16,950,000, listing agent Matt Bjorner said. This property and the one next door which is being developed, were once owned by long-time local physician, Dr. Darter, Bjorner said. “What strikes you first and foremost, is the architecture,” Bjorner said. “Its modern use of glass, steel and concrete, but with added touches of rich wood to also give it that rustic, country feel. The enclosed glass entryway that bridges the two main structures of the residence (is also striking). And the unique views through the Conn Valley corridor to Pritchard Hill and Lake Hennessey … It’s very rare to get such big views, minutes to the valley floor with no road noise from passing cars below.” Builder Steve Carreiro, describes the unique property as “elegant and industrial,” with steel trusses, with wood ceilings. “It’s really cool,” he said. “Everyone’s impressed with it. The floors, also. They’re dark European oak, 12-inch wide, long plank, too, and is very interesting looking. I get a lot of comments on that, too.” The newly constructed six-bedroom, eight-bath, 902 square foot estate is perched on more than 10 private acres, “with sweeping views from the vineyards below to Pritchard Hill and Lake Hennessey,” according to the listing. It features a 5,902 square-foot, four-bedroom main residence. “Exposed structural steel, expansive glass, stained woods, smooth coat stucco, and natural limestone are blended throughout,” the listing says. “The primary great room accommodates the chef’s kitchen and prep pantry, eating nook, formal dining, wine cellar and living area.” Only “a scenic three miles from town,” the property also features a two-bedroom guest house, “meticulously designed to complement the property’s natural topography,” it says. A glass entry breezeway connects the main living structure to the master wing “and reveals the sweeping views and expansive outdoor living space beyond.” September 2021

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“The wood paneled vaulted ceiling, cupolas, oversized windows and glass sliders allow natural light to flood throughout the space,” it says. “The adjacent media room, with its fully opening exterior wall of glass, offers a walk-up bar and houses the residence’s three guest suites.” Please see Views, Page 46 September 2021

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DESIGN inspirations Young designers discuss up-and-coming trends BRANDPOINT

Americans spent more time at home in 2020 than any other year, inspiring people to take on new interests like baking, crafting or interior design. While some things went oh so right, like a gorgeous new kitchen, some may have fallen a little flat—literally when your sourdough starter never “started.” Maris Park and Malyka Abramson, industrial designers from Delta Faucet Company, were both recently recognized in the National Kitchen + Bath Association’s Thirty Under 30 Program, which celebrates emerging talent in the kitchen and bath industry. Here are Park and Abramson’s tips of what to explore, what to avoid and where to find your own inspiration: TRENDING IN 2021 AND BEYOND‌ While the world works to put COVID-19 in the rearview mirror, its effects on design are here to stay. Americans are using their homes in a completely new way, and their expectations of the home are shifting to meet those new realities. “We expect more of our homes than ever before,” said Park. “People are transforming their homes for their specific needs.” Expect more multi-use spaces to use for cooking, virtual learning, home workouts and more. Indulgent spaces invite a retreat and

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recharge from an always-on lifestyle. Easyto-clean products that promote health and wellness are surging in demand. Americans are investing in technology to not only make their lives easier, but to give them greater control of their homes. Seek out designs that enhance your experience with the product or space or simply make your day better. The integrated pull-down spray wand of the Kayra™ Pull-Down Bath Faucet keeps bathroom sinks beautiful and hardworking with a quick rinse. Americans are seeking to escape the pandemic in their homes, finding inspiration in either the past or the future. Many are going all-in on vintage looks, such as gold or porcelain fixtures, while others are pushed to the other end of the spectrum, looking to futuristic shapes and finishes. Delta Faucet’s Champagne Bronze™ finish harkens a vintage feel. On the other hand, the moody hues of a Matte Black finish give a contemporary look.

While there are plenty of trends to explore, there really are no rules to design this year. The rise of social media and free design tools have given you permission to mix trends, styles and decades into a space that is uniquely you and works for the way you use your home. “To define your style in one trend is impossible right now,” said Park. “Instead, feel empowered to be daring with color, material and styling. Revolving this changing personality around a grounded piece, like a classic faucet silhouette, will allow for versatility for years to come.” THE LASTING POWER OF TRENDS‌ Park and Abramson caution there’s a difference between trends and fads. “Consumers want to be current without chasing fleeting fads,” said Abramson. “They can protect themselves from fads by going after large-scale trends. It’s a fine line.” How can you spot the difference? Trends can go on for years or even decades, and go down as classics. While they might not be in vogue forever, they’re never out of place. But fads aren’t totally banned. Park suggests experimenting with fads in your styling that can be switched out and fine-tuned over the years. “Styling is everything right now, it’s how you add a personal touch and make meaningful connections,” she said. “It’s also how you get re-inspired and continue to fall in love with a space.” When you find designs that resonate with you and better your home, you make emotional connections with a piece. You build memories with it. Maybe it’s giving your baby their first bath. Or it’s choosing a finish that reminds you of your grandparents’ home. It’s the memories your children grow up with. It’s this emotion that gives a piece its staying power. That’s the lasting power of change. September 2021

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RESALE REVOLUTION:

tips for scoring great home furnishing deals online

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If you’re a fan of finding deals or saving money, you’re far from alone. Shopping in resale shops and online marketplaces is one of the best ways to thrift shop, and if you’ve never given them a try, now may be an excellent time to start. The desire to save money, recycle and find unique merchandise has driven the resale market forward in the past couple of decades, and 2020 was no exception. Forty-eight percent of Americans shopped resale during the pandemic, reports local resale marketplace OfferUp, with many motivated to “feather their nests” as they increasingly spent time at home. Resale marketplaces were the fastest-growing retail channel for home products like desks, exercise equipment and electronics, and other top-selling items included beds, mattresses, sofas, rugs, lamps and pillows. Overall, 58% redecorated during the pandemic to make their surroundings more beautiful, comfortable and functional, contributing to an overall $27 billion increase in home décor spending last year. Are you interested in finding attractive, useful and fun furniture and home goods at lower prices? Consider these suggestions for mastering the resale shopping trend and scoring great purchases to enjoy as you work, play, learn and exercise at home. 20 | DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES

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Browse from the comfort of your couch. Shopping online has never been easier now that established venues like OfferUp handle all the busywork. Happily, you can now peruse, compare, buy and arrange to receive most anything with a few clicks of a button. That explains why 56 million Americans bought or sold using OfferUp last year, and one in five spent time shopping the convenient and easy-to-navigate marketplace. Shop local when possible. Not only do you keep money in your community when you buy from people in your area, but you save money on postage or transport when you opt to pick up items yourself. Further, online payments can make local pick-ups easier and more convenient than ever. Read the fine print. Before committing to a purchase, take time to scrutinize item descriptions and enlarge provided photos so you have a clear idea of the item’s condition and appearance. Still have questions? Contact the seller and (politely) ask for more details or images. Taking that extra step could save time and frustration for both you and the seller. Don’t hesitate to make offers. It’s OK (and even somewhat expected) to negotiate on prices when you’re buying from other individuals. But do that respectfully; instead of complaining about merchandise

shortcomings or announcing that the asking price is way too high, politely ask the seller whether he or she may be willing to accept a lesser amount. Follow buying etiquette. Simply put, you should treat sellers as you would like to be treated. Ask and answer questions politely, show up on time for meet-ups and have your payments ready as promised. Thank them for their time, effort and merchandise. Let them know (with plenty of notice) if you’ve changed your mind on a purchase and/or will be unable to meet. Be mindful about safety. Conduct business through online marketplaces that keep profiles of both buyers and sellers to discourage fraud. When possible, meet up to exchange merchandise at local businesses or law enforcement centers that are busy, brightly lit and monitored by video cameras. You may also wish to make payments through online payment venues that allow for stopped payments in the event of disputes. Since its 2020 acquisition of resale marketplace letgo, OfferUp is now the largest mobile marketplace for local buyers and sellers in the U.S., with 56 million buyers and sellers transacting last year. Learn more about the fun and convenience of online resale shopping at OfferUp.com. SEPTEMBER 2021

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4080 Atlas Peak Rd | Napa $5,999,500 3 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms | 3,300 SF | 22± acres

Kelly Norris 707.294.8885 k.norris@vintagesothebysrealty.com lic.#01874429

3105 Bennett Ln | Calistoga $2,950,000 4 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms | 2,160 SF | 10.58± acres

Kira Matthews 415.309.1267 k.matthews@vintagesothebysrealty.com lic.#01169605

40 Burning Tree Ct | Napa $2,250,000 3 bedrooms | 4.5 bathrooms | 3,140 SF | .36± acres

Mackenzie Anderson 4707 322.2327 m.anderson@vintagesothebysrealty.com lic.#01954457

6550 Washington Street | Yountville, CA 94599 707.944.0888 | vintagesothebysrealty.com Each oﬃce is independently owned and operated

1275 Tubbs Ln | Calistoga $1,995,000

0 Madrona Ave | St. Helena $1,485,000

2 bedrooms | 1.5 bathrooms | 1,366 SF

buildable lot | .5± acres

Kira Matthews 415.309.1267 k.matthews@vintagesothebysrealty.com lic.#01169605

Mike Bertolucci 707.333.7772 mike@vintagesothebysrealty.com lic.#01724725

1880 Larkspur St | Yountville $1,395,000

12 Ivy Ct | Yountville $1,350,000

3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | 1,353 SF

3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | 1,140 SF

Raymond Marceau 707.260.5510 r.marceau@vintagesothebysrealty.com lic.#01985332

Mike Bertolucci 707.333.7772 mike@vintagesothebysrealty.com lic.#01724725

275 Washburn St | Angwin $1,325,000

724-722 Pueblo Ave | Napa $1,295,000

5 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms | 2,960 SF

4 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | 2,376 SF

Steve & Marla Ericson 707.483.2428 teamericson@vintagesothebysrealty.com lic.#01054001 & 01067260

Cyndi Gates 707.333.7770 c.gates@vintagesothebysrealty.com lic.#00711618

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2080 Dry Creek Rd | Napa $1,195,000

1108 Martin St | Napa $729,000

3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | 1,650 SF

3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | 1,373 SF

Kelly Norris 707.294.8885 k.norris@vintagesothebysrealty.com lic.#01874429

Marla Arrambide / Penny Hicks 707.280.2799 / 707. 337.0077 m.arrambide@vintagesothebysrealty.com lic.#01790981 / 01707773

2377 Atlas Peak Rd | Napa $679,000

1081 Evans Ave | Napa $599,000

buildable lot | 1.03± acres

2 bedrooms | 1 bathroom | 1,008 SF

Mark Tate 707.337.2057 m.tate@vintagesothebysrealty.com lic.#01321104

590 Wall Rd | Napa $579,000 buildable lot | 10.49± acres Lynn Carl 707.481.4100 l.carl@vintagesothebysrealty.com lic.#01997048

6550 Washington Street | Yountville, CA 94599 707.944.0888 | vintagesothebysrealty.com Each oﬃce is independently owned and operated

Marla Arrambide 707.280.2799 m.arrambide@vintagesothebysrealty.com lic.#01790981

Dry Creek Rd | Napa $479,900

buildable lot | 11.6 ± acres Bill Birdsong / Mike Bertolucci 707.689.8016 / 707.333.7772 b.birdsong@vintagesothebysrealty.com lic.#01915228 / lic.#01724725

Restoring mental health Napa County’s Filipino community addresses the pandemic JESSICA ZIMMER

apa’s Filipino community is coming together during the COVID-19 pandemic to encourage listening, sharing, and techniques for empowerment. The goal is to combat numerous stressors, including anti-Asian hate, the toll on healthcare professionals, the inability to travel to the Philippines, and the isolation of virtual learning. “The past year has been remarkably trying, not just for the Filipino American community, but communities everywhere. The lockdown, COVID, economic concerns, the presidential election, and the social justice movement created a cauldron of reactions that manifested itself in 2020,” said American City Council Member David Oro. Oro said telling the history of the Filipino community is a way to acknowledge the expectations and contributions that Napa County residents have faced, “even as the cauldron is still bubbling.” “Approximately one third of the population of American Canyon is of Asian descent, with many residents being Filipino and Filipino American. You can’t find a street in American Canyon without a Filipino nurse living there. These members of our community were and are the frontline workers. They have continued to care for the sick admirably while they, their families, and the community are caring for them,” said Oro. March 2021 data from National Nurses United, the largest union of registered nurses (RNs) in the U.S., show that approximately 26 percent of RNS who have died from COVID-19 and related complications are Filipino. Filipinos make up 4 percent of the RNs in the U.S. Lourdes Moldre, clinical director of oncology services for UC Davis Health and a member of 28 | DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES

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Members of the Filipino community, including American Canyon City Council Member David Oro (back, second from left), Luchi Marte Carey (far left), Dame Jose (center), Faith Ballesteros (second from right) and Clarence Mamaril (far right), gather before an anti-Asian hate rally in American Canyon in May 2021.

outside of a one-time J&J vaccination. Targeted materials in Tagalog and English, especially for elderly people and individuals suffering from hypertension and diabetes, help a great deal,” said Moldre. Moldre said members of the Filipino community who are not healthcare workers are also forging ties by digitally and physically reaching out to one another. Courtesy of Lourdes Moldre‌ “We’re engaging in monthly Lourdes Moldre, clinical director of oncology services for UC Davis awareness events like group meetHealth and a member of the ings, pulling out all the positivity Philippine Nurses Association of that’s still going on. Being open, America, holds up an anti-Asian authentic, and unafraid to talk to hate sign. peers is important. Those connections help us decompress. They the Philippine Nurses Association create a system that is sustainable of America, said although Filipino for people of all ages,” said Moldre. healthcare workers have sustained losses, they have joined forces with Getting students on board social workers to create flyers and Encouraging Filipino students social media materials. The pur- who go to school together to talk pose of the effort is to encourage is helping younger members of the members of the Filipino commu- community find their voice. nity to get vaccinated. Clarence Mamaril, a Filipino “The best way to prevent more community liaison for the Napa stress and loss within the commu- Valley Education Foundation, said nity is vaccination. There are a lot in 2020, approximately 15 Filipiof myths floating around about no-American students were active COVID in the Philippines and the in Filipino Life and Generations U.S., such as that you only need to Group (FLAGG). get one shot of a mRNA vaccine, “FLAGG is composed of

students in American Canyon Middle School and American Canyon High School (ACHS). Over Zoom, we discussed topics ranging from Filipino culture to how we were dealing with anxiety and depression,” said Mamaril. Mamaril said students learned from one another, ACHS social worker and FLAGG co-coordinator Roxana Plancarte, and adult volunteers from the Filipino community who are also members of FLAGG, including Council Member Oro. The group often discussed how to access mental health resources and coping strategies. Another frequent activity was coming up with affirmations and gratitudes, positive statements to acknowledge progress and give thanks. “Next year, we’ll start the program anew. All of the information we’re learning about students’ concerns, what helps them, what they like to talk about, and their personal experiences, helps us understand how to support Filipino students in the group and throughout Napa Valley,” said Mamaril. Mamaril, Moldre, Oro, Luchi Marte Carey, and other members of the Filipino community also worked to organize an anti-Asian hate rally in mid May 2021. The event brought together students, parents, and community leaders to take a stand against anti-Asian crimes and discrimination. At Napa Valley College, administrators and faculty are collaborating to help young adults take the next step to support their peers. Sherry Tennyson, career consultant at Napa Valley College, and Professor Nicollette Morales, adjunct faculty of humanities, have developed a Filipino learning community. Connecting members of the community through classes and discussion groups will ensure these college students have support and feedback from their peers. September 2021

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Agnes Ramos, owner of the Napa Valley Tea Company, pours out a sample of an herbal blend.

Lourdes Moldre, clinical director of oncology services for UC Davis Health and a member of the Philippine Nurses Association of America (second from left in back row, in black) at an anti-Asian hate rally in American Canyon in May 2021.

“In 2021, the Filipinx learning community will be about 160 students. Just as last year, we will make every effort to help students identify direct aid, find mental health counselors, and start support groups and discussions within the larger group,” said Tennyson. Morales said one of the objectives of the learning community is to create community within the college setting for Filipinx students. “We also talk about diversity within Filipinx culture, such as the different languages that Filipinx people speak beyond Tagalog. Ilonggo, Ilocano and Visayan are a few of the many languages spoken in the Philippines. We ask our students what’s going with their families as well. We know they have multiple roles in our community. The things we cover together get shared with siblings, parents, and coworkers,” said Morales. Morales said one of the new concepts she is utilizing for this holistic approach is “barangays,” small groups. The word comes from “balangay,” a Malay word that means “sailboat.” It refers to a house on land and a boat on water where families and friends live together. “We plan to divide the class into these different barangays for class discussions. We’ll build rapport within them and the class as a whole. That will help students understand that history starts with them and their story. They’ll get to

write about where they are going and where the Filipinx community is headed,” said Morales. Tennyson said strengthening the support network helps repair damage caused by the pandemic. “In March 2020, so many of our students were left on their own. Their classes went virtual. They didn’t see their peers during shelter-in-place. A number of students and their parents lost jobs. Students had to pause internships and career plans. What we are doing now helps the younger generation find the confidence to form new paths. It also teaches them to be there for themselves, their friends, and their families,” said Tennyson.

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Reaching Filipinos Upvalley The majority of Napa Valley’s Filipino population is concentrated in the southern part of the county. Yet there are pockets of Filipino residents in St. Helena, Angwin, and Calistoga, said Karen Verzosa, a Calistoga resident and member of the Filipino community. “The Filipino community in Calistoga is smaller. Usually we keep to ourselves. Yet this is a good time to connect. Then people know there’s someone who’s going through the same things and they can get support,” said Verzosa. Verzosa said there is also a group of Filipino vineyard workers at a certain Upvalley winery. Outreach is needed to help them feel connected to other Filipinos in the

southern end of the Valley. Agnes Ramos, owner of Napa Valley Tea Company and a member of the Filipino community, has made contact with a number of the farmer and vineyard worker groups. Ramos said in years prior to the pandemic, she and other members of the Filipino community brought turkeys to the groups for Christmas and Thanksgiving. In return, the groups shared Asian vegetables such as Chinese Long Beans that they grew on small plots. Ramos, who is a physical therapist, gave back by checking people’s blood pressure and sharing information about healthy diets for people with diabetes. “They are living in close quarters and often don’t seek medical care. This is why we come to offer help. We know where they are and how to reach out to them,” said Ramos. Ramos also reaches out to members of the Calistoga Filipino community from her tea stall. Ramos operates the stall every Saturday at the Calistoga Farmers Market. “We check in with one another, saying hello and making sure we are OK. We talk about all the small things that have changed since the pandemic started. The Calistoga Farmers Market has kept going, giving us that human connection through the pandemic,” said Ramos. Ramos said these uplifting

moments helped carry her through difficult times, such as incidents of anti-Asian racism in Calistoga. “I had people come up to tell me, “It’s because of you that we have the virus.” I let them know that I am Filipino. Then they said, “Well, you’re all the same.” I walked away and told the manager. It’s frustrating when this happens. But we’re resilient. We move on from people who would treat us this way,” said Ramos. Ramos added that there are individuals in and beyond the Filipino community who demonstrate thoughtfulness and kindness. “COVID has motivated a lot of people to open up their minds. They’ve educated themselves about the circumstances of the pandemic. I have seen people become more gracious to people in the service industry and in the medical field,” said Ramos. Ramos said these are the changes that will help Napa Valley’s Filipino community become stronger during the period of recovery. “The idea is for us (the Filipino community) and people outside of it to know we are dealing with so much hardship. We can recognize what we lost and that we need to stabilize now. For good and for bad, these lessons are not new to us. For generations, our families have survived. Our parents taught us to prioritize what you really need versus what you want,” said Ramos. DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES | 29

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1517 Chablis Circle Single level 2868± sqft. home on 0.25± acre with room for a pool located on the desirable west side of St. Helena near world-class dining and wine tasting. This well-maintained home with southern exposure offers an abundance of natural light with lots of windows and skylights, as well as beautiful views of the Mayacamas Mountains. Generously proportioned rooms offer cathedral ceilings in family room, living room and main en-suite. Kitchen remodeled in 2014 features counter seating and opens to family room with double-sided gas fireplace and wet bar. Glass doors open to a spacious deck & large back yard with room to create your ideal outdoor living space. Formal dining with coffered ceiling opens to living room. Large main en-suite offers walk in closet and glass doors that open to a private deck. Additional features include: central air and heat, tankless water heater, spacious 2 car garage with storage, RV access, drought resistant landscaping, and drip irrigation.

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Jill Levy, REALTOR® Real Estate Agent Lic. #01230055 Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty 780 Trancas Street, Napa, CA 94558 Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty Top Producer - #1 Agent, Wine Country 2018, 2019, 2020

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Incredible 360-degree views of Vineyards, Mt. Diablo, and Mt. Hamilton! Ideal family compound to enjoy privacy, nature, potential swimming pool (see photo with Virtually Staged pool), and your own producing Napa 1-acre Cabernet Vineyard. Beautifully designed high-quality 38-acre estate with amazing natural light and breathtaking scenery. The formal Dining, Kitchen and Family Rooms boast soaring ceilings. An open Sun Room adjoins the kitchen, with a stunning built-in, full-masonry Pizza Oven! 2 en-suite Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, and a huge Office/Craft/Bonus Room/3rd Bedroom round out the well-appointed 3,173 sq ft Main Home. The 805 sq ft Guest House has 2beds/2baths, ideally adjacent to the Main home, and connected by a beautiful outdoor kitchen, fireplace, and covered patio. A huge 5-car Garage with Wine Cellar, numerous Patios and Decks with views, and lively Gardens complete this gorgeous property. Neighbored by esteemed Kenzo and Wagner Vineyards.3165WoodenValleyRd.com Christine Lesti 707.320-8999 Mark Lesti 707.320.8950 $3,950,000

Oak Ridge Views

4bd/3.5ba/2870/.32ac

Views of Napa and the striking Vaca mountains! Indoor/Outdoor living! Custom Built home with elegance, comfort, and a perfect connection to Nature. Premium neighborhood with fast access to the Hwy. The inviting formal Entrance sets the tone for this open & airy home. Large Kitchen with beautiful granite, bar seating and built-in high-end appliances connects seamlessly to a bright Family Room with great views and a cozy fireplace. Cathedral ceilings with skylight connect the Dining Room and Living Room spaces, both with great views. Private Bedroom ‘wing’ has a large, full Owner Suite, two Guest Bedrooms, and full Guest Bathroom. Lower level boasts an oversized Jr. Guest Suite (currently Office & Full Bathroom), and two-car garage. Fully paid Solar System!!! Relaxing decking areas and a beautiful stone patio. A stone path meanders through raised garden beds, a cheerful waterfall, stream, and small pond. Private steps up the green hillside take you to a secret and private view. 45StFrancisCir.com. Christine Lesti 707.320.8999 Mark Lesti 707.320.8950 $1,595,000

Silverado CC 5bd/2.5ba/2645/.29ac Single-Level home at Silverado Country Club!!! Located on tranquil and flat Kaanapali Drive. Easy access to the Club and restaurants. Plenty of room for offices and family in the spacious 5 bedrooms. Tranquil back yard setting with creek! Home was nicely updated several years ago. Come and live the resort life at Silverado Country Club. Transferrable Silverado Country Club membership is available with this home! 205KaanapaliDr.com Mark Lesti Christine Lesti

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Browns Valley with Pool 4bd/2ba/1873’/.24ac Beautiful Single-Level Browns Valley Home!!! Gorgeous new hardwood floors throughout; recently repainted; both bathrooms completely remodeled (one with a jetted tub!). The large private backyard has an in-ground pool and a wonderful Brazillian Ironwood covered deck for ‘year round’ enjoyment. Great side access for RV or boat. Numerous Fruit trees and a 10’ X 12’ shed with electricity. 1126DeerfieldDr.com Christine Lesti Mark Lesti

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Contemporary Home with Vineyard 4bd/5ba/6698’/12.19ac Nestled amongst a Sea of Vines! Retreat to this private gated 6,698 sq.ft. villa on 12+- acres located only minutes to downtown Napa cafes and restaurants. Extensively expanded and renovated in 2010 and 2020 the 4 bedroom (all en-suite) 4.5 bath modernist residence is the perfect family compound and spot to entertain. Adjacent 13+/- acre vacant parcel planted in Chardonnay separately listed at $4,000,000.

Monticello Road Vineyard 13.49 acres Adjacent to “Contemporary Home with Vineyard” lies this gated Napa Valley vineyard opportunity with 10.6 vine acres planted in chardonnay. Possible building site suitable for a high-end residence with fabulous views of vineyards and distant Western hills.

Mark Lesti

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Christine Lesti 707.320.8999 Lic#01854423

Mark Lesti 707.320.8950 Lic#01784430

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Paul Everett 707.299.9949 Lic#02016753

Ted Stumpf 707.246.9825 Lic#02020069

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Rigo Guijosa 707.540.3615 Lic#02055858

$4,000,000

Gary Prince 707.227.7282 Lic#01735857

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Coventry Manor 4bd/2ba/1509’ A great opportunity to make a house your own in the trendy Coventry Manor neighborhood! Lovingly cared for by the same family for almost fifty years, it boasts good bones and a desire for its next exciting chapter. The curb appeal is welcoming, and the spacious backyard offers numerous options for fantastic outdoor living. Two sets of newer sliding glass doors in the Family Room invite indoor/outdoor living, as well. The Living Room is bright with a large picture window and could easily be used as a formal Dining Room if desired. Two bedrooms and one bathroom upstairs and two bedrooms and one bathroom downstairs. A recently updated kitchen, bathroom, and a newer roof round out its numerous amenities. www.2601DorsetSt.com Mark Lesti

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Central Napa 3bd/2.5ba/1791’ Open kitchen with granite counters and updated appliances. The oversized owner’s suite includes sitting area, coffered ceilings, office nook. Open floorplan includes large dining area & living room with crown molding and gas fireplace. Backyard mini-oasis with garden beds, patio seating, hot tub. Updated EV charging station in the garage. Gary Prince

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Nick Validia 707.225.5810 Lic#01980975

3bd/1.5ba/1162’/.33ac Sheveland Ranch 2bd/2.5ba/1682’ Great Sheveland Ranch home in easy-access Darling single level rancher on large lot. south Napa location. Guest suite with full bathroom downstairs. Open floor plan on main Bring your contractor and your vision, as the level with kitchen wide-open to a large family potential here is endless. Large shop/2+ car room. Private main bedroom suite upstairs; with additional loft area for office, exercise, garage. Conveniently located near highway 29. etc.. Very well maintained a a few upgrades. 2 car attached garage. 825OmahaCt.com Christine Lesti 707.320.8999

$749,000 Brendan Lesti

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Vallejo Vista Neighborhood 3bd/2ba/1495’ Mid-century charm with modern updates! Seller did a top to bottom renovation on this beautiful Vallejo home in the Vista neighborhood. Close proximity to Kaiser and Sutter Solano Medical centers. 4 minutes from Six Flags Theme Park, 8 minutes to the Vallejo Ferry Building, 25 minutes to Napa and 34 minutes to San Francisco. 550 N Camino Alto.

$799,000 Nick Valdivia

Brendan Lestin 707.337.0659 Lic#01855197

West Park Opportunity

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Ashley Cloud 707.320.8040 Lic#02112543

$650,000 Mark Lesti

American Canyon Modular 3bd/2ba/1500’ Beautiful home in gated community! Community offers a shared swimming pool, community park, and rent-able trailer parking spaces. Open concept design progresses you throughout the home making it perfect for gatherings. Huge walk-in closets in main bedroom with builtin shelves and drawers. Low-maintenance and drought-friendly yard. 2555 Flosden Road #66

Malissa Seiger $619,000 Steven Adams

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American Canyon 3bd/2ba/1400’ Wine Country living at a fraction of the cost! Recently updated Modular Home in a gated community with attached garage. Community offers a shared swimming pool, community park, and rent-able trailer parking spaces. Spacious and open home with vaulted ceilings. 2555 Flosden Road #49.

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ou have seen the movie where the patriarch dies, leaving his estate to the caregiver while the siblings fight it out. Or, the trust fund son who has lived off daddy’s money suddenly is cut off and needs to look for a job. Then there are the siblings at the attorney’s office listening to the reading of the will who are not getting what they expected and start throwing punches. These scenarios make for BURT M. POLSON provocative storylines but maybe too extreme in the real world. Or are they? Over the years, I have consulted with clients who inherited real estate, are the executor, or are dealing with their family fighting over who gets what. SELL THE DUMP AND DUMP THE VACATION HOME Tony and his sister Sarah inherited three properties when their father passed. Sarah is living in the father’s principal residence rentfree because she was the caregiver. The second home was a vacation home in Northern California. The third was a trashed vacant rental and is close to foreclosure because Sarah was 34 | DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES

BURT POLSON burt@acresinfo.com not paying the mortgage. Unfortunately, I often see one sibling not following through with their duties and making the probate process difficult for everyone. Tony and Sarah’s father died intestate, without a will or trust. Hence, the courts divided everything equally between the two siblings. Tony lived in the Bay Area while Sarah lived by the two properties. Still, she was not doing her job as a caregiver and did not pay any bills or care for the properties. For Tony, owning a property with Sarah was not an option. Asking me for advice, Tony agreed the best scenario was for Sarah to receive the principal residence. He would take the rental and vacation home. He quickly found a buyer who was a contractor who purchased the vacant rental days before the auction. He thought about keeping the vacation home but has no desire to vacation or live in Northern California, so he sold that property. WE ARE RETIRED; MAYBE WE SHOULD BE LANDLORDS? Martha is the trustee and executor of her father’s trust. She has a brother, John, and a husband, Jerry. The estate includes a rental property over an hour from Martha’s home, a vacation home in a ski area, and an estate home locally.

The trust split everything equally between the two siblings. However, Martha quickly realized she does not want to own real estate with John and essentially be in business with him as a landlord. John made it clear he prefers the cash, so Martha and Jerry considered buying John’s share and becoming landlords. Owning investment real estate can often seem the profitable thing to do. However, one needs to take into consideration their current life circumstances. It soon became apparent for Martha and Jerry owning investment real estate is not the best option as they desired to focus on their family and volunteering. The convincing factor for them is the step-up in basis Martha and John will receive by inheriting their father’s property. An appraisal showing the value at the time of the father’s death is obtained, so when sold, the capital gains tax is paid only on the amount over the appraised values. Therefore, their taxes will be negligible. They can then split the proceeds and use their inheritance as they desire. Burt M. Polson is the CEO of ACRESinfo. com, a commercial real estate brokerage company and CEO of StoneMarkerInvestments.com, a private equity real estate fund. Call him at (707) 254-8000 or email burt@acresinfo.com and burt@ stonemarker investments.com. SEPTEMBER 2021

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Elevating your home

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iving and working in Marin for twenty years, designing hillside homes with two and three stories was common. Every so often, a client would ask for an elevator. Often the cost and personal requirements would scare them off, but I tried to talk people into keeping that option available. Today’s new homes are rarely one-story, mostly two and three stories are common. Just providing the shaft space is an easy solution. That space might be a closet in the entry room and later converted to a shaft. CHRIS D. Many of my clients are CRAIKER thinking of the future use of their dream home in regard to the use of space. They think about the outdoor areas, the barbecue areas, how the great room will look or how the kitchen will function for events or family gatherings. But they rarely consider Aging-In -Place or the long-term use of their residence. We might be temporarily in a wheelchair or need crutches. Perhaps we have an elderly family member visit us and we need options. The reality is, we all will age and hopefully live our lives in the habit we have created for ourselves. We need to think long-term. Some years ago, Napa had a City Councilperson in a wheelchair. As a good friend of mine, I could never have him visit my home because I had too many steps. When I designed a luxury community of condominiums overlooking the bay to San Francisco, I insisted on including elevators to all the ground floor units. They were the first to sell. Interestingly, the community was anticipated to be mostly seniors and retirees, but it became a magnet for young families trying to enter the fast pace escalating North Bay housing market. Recently, I was designing a home for a 36 | DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES

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young couple a one-story house with a loft for future family members. They asked for an elevator. The idea initially seemed odd, from a young family, but it made sense to, provide the space on two levels. The power and if necessary, the foundation clearance for the future well. As an architect, we have to design the elevator as if it’s going to be filled tomorrow because we have to include all the details, clearances and power requirements.

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It could be built in the future, but it might be a little more difficult and expensive. It’s all a matter of personal needs. There are a variety of elevators out there: some are simple, some are utilitarian, and others are cool to a point of wanting to have them in your living room as a showpiece. Chris D Craiker AIA/NCARB loves his 1880 butcher block island! September 2021

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by our Multiple Listing Service (BAREIS), which includes Lake, Marin, Mendocino, Napa, Solano and Sonoma Counties, there is an inventory of 2,064 homes and condominiums for sale at the end of August. Inventory is 10% below that of a year ago (2,795) and it is 3% ahead of the inventory last month (2,007). At times, the inventory has exceeded 10,000 homes in the BAREIS region. There were 1,734 sales for the month of August. This number is 7% below a year ago (1.856) and slightly ahead of the pace of last month (1,726). Prices normally peak in August and stay level through January. National forecasts predict increasing inventory and a slowing of price appreciation in the coming months and into 2022. This seems to be happening across Wine Country NORTH BAY REAL ESTATE and we’ll see if this is a seasonal T R E N D S F O R AU G U S T trend (the end of summer mar2021 ket) or a longer term direction. For all of the areas covered I have been following a data E A R OV E R Y E A R COMPARISONS In mid-March 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic was declared and all parties were told to “Shelter in Place”. This basically shut down the residential real estate industry through the month of April 2020. The market then accelerated rapidly GERRETT in May through SNEDAKER Oc t o b e r. Ye a r over year statistical comparisons are therefore going to be skewed by these market aberrations created last year. The closings of this year are more “normalized” than the closings of August 2020 so it will look like a “slow down” in an otherwise healthy market.

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point I call the “Price Reduction Ratio” (PRR) for the past six months, or so. Across the country, one might expect that 30 to 35% of the homes put into the MLS will have a price reduction before they eventually sell. Currently, for the entire country, the ratio is 27% up from a low of 15% in April of this year. For August 2021, of all closed homes in our Wine Country markets, the range was from 18% (Sonoma County) to 26% (Mendocino County). Conversely, the ratio of homes selling in excess of Original List Price (OLP) ranged from 56% (Sonoma County) to 34% (Mendocino County). It was 48% in Napa County. The average Price Reduction Ratio for all areas has gone from 29% in September 2020 to 22% in August of 2021 while the sales of homes in excess of Original List Price went from 33% to 46% over the same period. In our Wine Country market, the low PRR was 14% in May and

the high OLP ratio was 55% in May. Napa County: The inventory of homes and condominiums available for sale in Napa County at the end of August (257) is 14% below the inventory in August 2020 (297) and it is 4% below the inventory last month (267). Sixty-five percent of the inventory in Napa County (167 properties) is priced at $1,000,000 or above. New sales (135) are 26% below the pace of last year (181) and are 7% below the 145 sales last month. There is a 1.9 months supply of inventory based on the current sales pace. The Days on Market for homes closing in Napa County is currently 54 days. For the purpose of our MLS (BAREIS) “Days on Market” represents the time from when the property is first listed in the MLS to the date the property goes into “pending” (all conditions Please see Trends, Page 42 SEPTEMBER 2021

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NAPA COUNTY’S LATEST HOME SALES* Address

record dAte

sAle Price Bed BAth sq ft Yr Blt Single Family

American Canyon 39 CASSAYRE DR 466 CANYON CREEK DR 113 LOS ALTOS 128 BROPHY ST 206 MANOR CT 138 CRESTWOOD LN 10 ENTRADA CIR 139 HORIZON WAY

4/22 4/30 4/9 4/23 5/7 4/23 4/14 4/27

$460,000 $505,000 $520,000 $540,000 $566,500 $690,000 $700,000 $808,000

3 3 3 4 4 4 3 5

1 2 1 3 3 3 2 5

5/6 5/10 4/9 4/16 4/15 4/28

$672,500 $720,000 $775,000 $875,000 $900,000 $3,250,000

3 4 3 2 3 3

2 2 2 1 2 2

4/30 5/7 7/30 7/30 7/30 7/30 7/30 7/30 8/5 7/30 7/30 7/30 7/30 7/30 7/30 8/5 7/30 7/30 7/30 7/30 7/30 7/30 7/30 7/30 7/30 7/30 7/30 7/30 7/30 7/30 7/30 7/30 7/30 7/30 7/30 7/30 5/25 4/28 4/26 4/12 4/12 4/29 4/14 4/16 4/21 4/16 5/10 5/3 4/9 5/7 4/15 4/8 4/29 4/21 4/26 4/16 5/4 4/14 4/8 4/30

$158,500 $530,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $539,000 $550,000 $550,000 $570,000 $590,000 $595,000 $595,000 $595,000 $620,000 $629,000 $630,000 $640,000 $640,000 $650,000 $650,000 $655,000 $665,000 $666,000 $667,000 $670,000 $675,000 $675,000 $675,000 $685,000 $690,000

2 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 2 3 3 3 3 3 4 2 3 2 3 3 3 4 2 3 3

1 1 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 1 1 1 2 1 2 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 1 2 2

1,296 1,440 1,275 1,426 1,957 1,837

1975 1976 1986 1905 1995 1975

Single Family

Napa 2594 SONOMA ST 1584 SALVADOR AVE 388 RODGERS CT 397 RODGERS CT 396 RODGERS CT 392 RODGERS CT 384 RODGERS CT 380 RODGERS CT 376 RODGERS CT 372 RODGERS CT 368 RODGERS CT 364 RODGERS CT 360 RODGERS CT 356 RODGERS CT 352 RODGERS CT 348 RODGERS CT 344 RODGERS CT 336 RODGERS CT 332 RODGERS CT 329 RODGERS CT 333 RODGERS CT 337 RODGERS CT 341 RODGERS CT 345 RODGERS CT 349 RODGERS CT 353 RODGERS CT 357 RODGERS CT 361 RODGERS CT 365 RODGERS CT 369 RODGERS CT 373 RODGERS CT 377 RODGERS CT 381 RODGERS CT 385 RODGERS CT 389 RODGERS CT 393 RODGERS CT 390 FOOTHILL BLVD 2391 ADRIAN ST 2156 S TERRACE DR 1725 TROWER AVE 112 HOMEWOOD AVE 1418 SUMNER AVE 134 FOOTHILL BLVD 2140 HOLMES AVE 2299 SHERRY DR 1102 LONDON WAY 2191 SHURTLEFF AVE 2530 MERCED ST 3647 SENECA WAY 3843 JEFFERSON ST 119 STONECREST DR 1160 PUEBLO PL 2005 ADRIAN ST 3660 DIABLO ST 2372 EVA ST 2313 BUENO ST 3090 LAUREL ST 244 S MONTGOMERY ST 2084 DEVONSHIRE DR 3514 BAXTER AVE

1954 1988 1954 1969 1989 2006 2004 2008

Single Family

Calistoga 1132 DENISE DR 2423 JANIS WAY 151 HIGH ST 1314 WASHINGTON ST 1904 EMERALD DR 440 CRYSTAL SPRINGS RD

1,072 1,344 987 1,736 2,033 2,811 1,923 3,171

1,089 1,100 1,138 1,135 1,135 1,135 1,135 1,124 1,138 1,135 1,135 1,138 1,135 1,124 1,138 1,124 1,361 1,277 1,343 1,343 1,094 1,091 1,138 1,138 1,135 1,124 1,138 1,135 1,135 1,124 1,138 1,124 1,138 1,135 1,135 1,138 864 944 1,074 1,510 1,017 1,305 1,172 876 1,545 1,121 1,264 1,846 1,261 1,381 821 886 765 1,466 1,287 1,611 1,153 885 1,336 1,408

1942 1968 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 1950 1938 1952 1963 1941 1959 1951 1953 1954 1956 1979 1958 1961 1962 1937 1936 1955 1959 1955 1956 1941 1943 1993 1956

Address

record dAte sAle Price Bed BAth sq ft Yr Blt

865 OMAHA CT 1409 BANKS AVE 654 CUNARD DR 2280 MAIN ST 82 JULIAN AVE 4445 JEFFERSON ST 2448 YAJOME ST 2948 DEVITA DR 3106 KINGSTON AVE 4026 ENCINA DR 2424 TROWER CT 3002 BEARD RD 3593 MEADOWBROOK DR 2436 SHORELINE DR 3540 MARIPOSA CT 4443 TANGLEWOOD WAY 5 MOSS CT 3281 MACBETH ST 1125 CAYETANO DR 349 MINAHEN ST 1671 PEAR TREE LN 2371 EDGEWATER DR 1425 ELM ST 1427 GORDON DR 2431 WINE COUNTRY AVE 1937 WAVERLY ST 2100 MAIN ST 764 JOSEPH CT 1600 BRYCE CT 1407 MAXWELL AVE 1605 G ST 1742 THIRD ST 1020 PARTRICK RD 1080 RAYMOND AVE 1158 BROADMOOR DR 1201 CAYETANO DR 1930 STOCKTON ST 1645 E ST 3545 WHITE CLIFF CIR 2546 OAKWOOD CT 1504 KING AVE 707 CASSWALL ST 1627 RAINIER AVE 9 BROOKE CT 2419 MERLOT DR 2495 RIGDON ST 8 ST FRANCIS CT 3220 BUCKEYE CT 219 CARDWELL CT 220 S JEFFERSON ST 365 TROON DR 1419 BANKS AVE 102 WOODLAND DR 1039 MCKENZIE DR 324 ST ANDREWS DR 16 MARSALA WAY 138 SILVERADO SPRINGS DR 29 PASCALE CT 17 SEA BREEZE CT 1120 PENNYROYAL ST 545 WESTGATE DR 152 KAANAPALI DR

5/5 4/12 4/20 4/15 4/26 4/15 5/3 4/19 4/23 4/13 4/7 6/30 5/7 5/3 4/26 4/30 4/12 4/9 4/27 5/3 5/5 5/6 4/30 4/27 4/23 4/22 4/26 4/26 4/16 4/13 4/29 4/12 4/20 4/27 4/20 4/9 5/10 4/28 4/8 4/21 4/28 4/30 4/8 5/3 4/26 4/21 4/29 7/26 5/11 4/16 4/7 5/7 4/16 4/30 5/3 4/9 4/30 4/27 5/10 4/26 5/3 5/10

$700,000 $700,000 $710,000 $712,000 $720,000 $725,000 $727,000 $735,000 $745,000 $747,000 $749,000 $750,000 $750,000 $755,000 $760,000 $765,000 $780,000 $780,000 $800,000 $802,000 $810,000 $815,500 $825,000 $833,500 $850,000 $850,000 $850,000 $855,000 $860,000 $900,000 $910,000 $950,000 $955,000 $960,000 $976,000 $989,000 $999,000 $999,000 $1,000,000 $1,010,000 $1,100,000 $1,111,500 $1,130,000 $1,160,000 $1,165,000 $1,165,000 $1,210,000 $1,240,000 $1,275,000 $1,295,000 $1,300,000 $1,375,000 $1,410,000 $1,500,000 $1,500,000 $1,500,000 $1,500,000 $1,590,000 $1,599,000 $1,750,000 $2,100,000 $4,995,000

3 2 4 4 3 4 3 2 3 3 3 2 3 4 3 3 4 4 3 3 3 4 2 4 3 3 3 4 4 2 2 3 3 3 3 4 4 6 4 4 4 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 3 4 3 2 4 4 4 4 3 4 4 3

3 1 2 3 2 2 2 2 2 1 2 1 2 2 2 2 3 2 2 2 3 3 2 3 2 2 2 3 2 2 1 3 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 2 3 2 3 3 2 3 3 3 3 2 3 3 3 3 4 2 4 3 4 4 8

4/19 3/10

$2,650,000 $2,895,000

3 3

4 3

4/6 4/9 4/30 4/27 2/9 4/9 4/22 4/30

$338,500 $648,000 $1,250,000 $1,675,000 $1,788,500 $1,800,000 $3,365,000 $3,500,000

4 3 4 3 4 2 3 4

3 1 2 2 3 2 4 4

4/22 5/5

$1,665,000 $2,675,000

3 4

3 3

*As recorded at the Napa county tax Assessors office / John tuteur (707) 253-4459 / Property sales reported may include partial interest transfers; sales that are included with other properties; sales that are less any liens on property.

2007 2005

2,467 1,170 1,910 2,136 2,342 1,330 2,196 3,541

1998 1930 1952 1978 1991 1936 2020 1979

Single Family

Yountville 12 LANDE WAY 1 HARVEST CT

2,522 2,522

Single Family

St Helena 912 SIGNORELLI CIR 1230 GRAYSON AVE 1624 ADAMS ST 2080 SPRING ST 1720 SCOTT ST 1604 MADRONA AVE 1814 SPRING ST 2501 PINOT WAY

2005 1940 1971 1936 1963 1971 1966 1950 1960 1952 1988 1950 1972 1983 1969 1970 2003 1967 1971 1952 2004 1970 1940 1995 1991 1956 1900 1978 1966 1948 1912 2005 1996 1940 1968 2000 1900 2008 1973 1958 1949 1990 1956 2004 1991 1976 1989 1981 2017 1941 1990 1951 1970 1954 1973 2004 1990 2006 1995 2019 1979 2009

Single Family

Southern County/Carneros 4044 SONOMA HWY #004 4044 SONOMA HWY #015

2,039 877 1,518 1,632 1,072 1,500 1,403 1,773 1,167 1,122 1,580 1,804 1,740 1,999 1,441 1,313 2,027 1,548 1,635 1,616 1,837 1,912 1,096 2,548 1,672 1,344 1,260 1,997 1,603 1,400 1,230 1,227 2,578 1,376 2,103 2,067 1,851 1,811 2,102 2,050 1,138 2,541 1,073 2,387 2,511 2,130 2,542 2,142 2,742 2,889 2,211 1,808 2,278 2,031 2,998 3,587 2,432 3,323 2,129 2,678 3,337 4,271

1,968 3,026

1997 1993

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NAPA COUNTY’S LATEST HOME SALES* Address

record dAte

sAle Price Bed BAth sq ft Yr Blt Condos

Napa

Address

record dAte sAle Price Bed BAth sq ft Yr Blt Rural Residential

Pope, Chiles, Wooden Valleys

3492 SHELTER CREEK DR

4/12

$131,500

1,081

1972

2656 HARNESS DR

5/5

$275,000

1,536

1989

55 VILLAGE PKWY

4/12

$341,500

636

1985

151 RIDGECREST DR

5/7

$406,000

1,024

1968

1314 MCKINSTRY ST #2054

4/30

$365,000

412

2008

33 BOXELDER CT

4/15

$550,000

1,246

1970

119 GOLDEN GATE CIR

4/21

$400,000

1,030

1991

3497 SODA CANYON RD

4/26

$1,475,000

2,596

1982

5/5

$440,000

970

1972

25 OAK SPRINGS DR

4/23

$1,600,000

2,660

1965

29 BELVEDERE CT

4/30

$454,000

897

1972

1600 ATLAS PEAK RD #452

4/26

$475,000

676

1968 4/21

$5,000,000

3,238

2015

3494 SHELTER CREEK DR

Rural Residential

Rutherford, Oakville 8277 ST HELENA HWY

798 WILLIAM CT

4/30

$480,000

1,202

1988

3151 VALLEY GREEN LN

4/12

$515,000

896

1972

40 CAMPBELL CREEK RD

222 VALLEY OAK DR 1600 ATLAS PEAK RD #249

4/30

$525,000

1,195

5/7

$5,800,000

5,829

2001

100 CAMPBELL CREEK RD

4/19

$6,500,000

4,216

2002

199 ZINFANDEL LN

5/10

$8,800,000

5,307

2016

2012

5/7

$550,000

676

1968

2/26

$550,000

1,367

2005

Southern County/Carneros

5/3

$560,000

1,684

1981

1916 MILTON RD

4/30

$1,225,000

1,701

1962

3230 VILLA LN

6/28

$580,000

1,216

1992

1390 THOMPSON AVE

4/12

$3,100,000

3,752

1966

3142 VALLEY WOOD LN

6/29

$605,000

1,200

1973

Napa

725 COTTAGE DR

4/12

$840,000

1,004

1972

1054 DARMS LN

4/26

$2,600,000

2,077

1975

588 MAIN ST #220

4/13

$860,000

948

2009

1080 ORCHARD AVE

4/20

$5,875,000

4,042

2007

588 MAIN ST #324

4/30

$1,198,000

1,688

2009

5185 BIG RANCH RD

4/26

$5,875,000

3,241

1906

17 LAVENDER PL 2710 PIKE DR

Condos

Yountville 6600 YOUNT ST #001

5/4

$616,000

4/22

$665,000

417 COLLEGE AVE 11 LUKENS PL 541 SUNSET DR

1984

739

1940

Rural Residential

Angwin 450 CLARK WAY

870

Rural Residential

American Canyon 285 NAPA JUNCTION RD

7040 SILVERADO TRL

Address

160 N WHITE COTTAGE RD

662

1911

5/3

$530,000

1,237

1940

Calistoga

1938

1905 FAIR WAY

1974

1712 WASHINGTON ST

4/26

$1,125,000

3 3

2 3

1,637 2,454

Rural Residential

Berryessa

Vineyard Residential

4/29

$8,100,000

7,030

Res. Multi Familyl 5/3

$800,000

1958

46,609

4/16

$815,000

1952

6,294

5/7

$2,800,000

1986

35,790

Res. Multi Familyl

Napa

116 PARKVIEW LN

4/9

$500,000

1,428

1984

1119 H ST

7/9

$520,000

1149 RIMROCK DR

5/5

$508,000

1,520

1985

2255 W PARK AVE

7/29

$645,000

1955

11,700

1924 ADRIAN ST

7/30

$700,000

1983

7,478

2123 SECOND ST

4/28

$1,000,000

1898

1362 CALISTOGA AVE

4/30

$1,130,000

Rural Residential

Calistoga 4405 LAKE COUNTY HWY 3445 SILVERADO TRL 3220 OLD LAWLEY TOLL RD 3051 FOOTHILL BLVD

4/19

$895,000

1,288

1985

4,316

9,990 7,962

4/20

$950,000

1,012

1961

5/7

$1,399,000

1,190

1954

6 HIGHLAND DR

4/23

$1,275,000

1950

14,856

1961

2021 W PUEBLO AVE

4/26

$1,309,500

1979

21,503

5/3

$1,525,000

1910

7,306 10,354

4/29

$1,450,000

466 ELMSHAVEN RD

4/28

$1,550,000

3088 FOOTHILL BLVD

4/13

$2,140,000

1,366

827

1949

1330 BROWN ST #A

2,307

1950

1002 LAUREL ST

4/23

$1,576,000

1991

705 SEMINARY ST

4/14

$1,625,000

1888

5,677

4/9

$1,920,000

1972

10,477

4/20

$12,200,000

Rural Residential

Napa 5230 DRY CREEK RD

115 FRANKLIN ST

5/6

$1,250,000

1,228

1996

1131 GRANDVIEW DR

4/30

$1,400,000

2,485

1956

1031 BERRY LN

4/15

$1,525,000

2,322

1980

St Helena

1010 STONEDGE DR

4/20

$1,900,000

3,093

1977

1366 MONTE VISTA AVE

4/14

$2,040,000

1972

10,744

1145 HEDGESIDE AVE

4/27

$5,700,000

4,324

1987

1637 SPRING ST

4/20

$2,300,000

2008

45,878

2614 FIRST ST

2004

record dAte sAle Price UNits Yr Blt lot size

Angwin

$505,000

$780,000

Vineyard Residential

Pope, Chiles, Wooden Valleys

4/30

7/1

Rural Residential

2019 108,900

Res. Multi Familyl

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removed) status. On average, it can take anywhere from 0 to 30 additional days for properties to close after going pending. The median price of the 147 homes closed in August in Napa County ($865,000) is 5% ahead of the median price of a year ago ($820,000). Over the past four months, Napa County homes are selling at roughly 96% of original list price. Na p a C o u n t y L u x u r y Homes: If one takes the highest quartile (25%) of available inventory as the “Luxury Market”, the Luxury Market begins at $4,000,000 in Napa County at this time. There has been an increase of 77% for the number of closings (62) of Luxury Homes (sales price in excess of $4,000,000) in Napa County for the period 9/1/20 to 8/31/21 compared to 35 closings in the period 9/1/19 to 8/31/20. There are 64 luxury homes in inventory at the end of August 2021 compared to 63 homes in inventory at the end of August 2020. There were 8 new Luxury Home sales in August compared to 9 last year and 5 last month. This results in a 8 months supply of available Luxury Homes based on the current sales pace compared to a 1.9 months supply for the County as a whole. Days on market for the 6 luxury homes closings in August was 132 days. Over the past four months, Napa County Luxury Homes are selling at roughly 89% of original list price. Napa: Forty-six percent of the inventory in Napa County is in the City of Napa. There are 119 available homes and condominiums in inventory at the end of August in the City of Napa. This is 17% below the supply at the end of August 2020 (143) and it is 7% below the inventory at the end of last month (128). New sales (88) were 32% below the pace of 42 | DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES

August 2020 (130) and they were 7% below the pace of last month (95). There is a 1.4 months supply of inventory based on the current sales pace. The Days on Market for the 97 closings last month was 46 days. The median price of the homes that closed in the City of Napa in August was $840,000. This is 2% ahead of the median price of the homes closed in August 2020 ($825,000). Up Valley Napa County: The inventory of homes and condominiums for sale in the Up Valley Napa County market (Angwin, Calistoga, Deer Park, Oakville, Rutherford, St. Helena and Yountville) at the end of August (105) is 21% below the level of 132 in August 2020 and it is 4% below the inventory last month (109). There were 31 new sales this month compared to 38 a year ago and 28 last month. There is now a 3.4 months supply of inventory based on the current sales pace.

The Days on Market for the 36 closings last month was 81 days. Approximately 66% of the Luxury Market inventory (price in excess of $4,000,000) in Napa County is in the Up Valley Market (42 homes). There were 4 luxury home (price in excess of $4,000,000) closings in the Up Valley Market last month and there were 6 new luxury home sales. This makes for a 7 month supply of inventory based upon the current sales pace. In Angwin in August, inventory was 15 homes compared to 8 a year ago and 20 last month. There were 4 new sales in Angwin for the month compared to 5 a year ago and the same as 4 last month. American Canyon: There are 15 available homes and condominiums in inventory at the end of August in American Canyon. This is 50% above the inventory a year ago (10) and it is 25% above the supply last month (12). There were 13 new

sales in the month. This is 18% above the pace of last year (11) and 19% below the 16 sales last month. There is a 1.2 months supply of inventory based on the current sales pace. The Days on Market for 11 homes that closed in American Canyon last month was just 24 days. The median price of the homes that closed in American Canyon in August ($725,000) was 25% ahead of the median price of a year ago ($578,000). The average price per square foot of the homes sold in American Canyon was at $361 last month, This is above the $275 to $300 range where the sales have been over the past several years. For additional information contact Gerrett Snedaker at 707-939-2009 or gsned@winecountrygroup.com For additional information contact Gerrett Snedaker at 707-939-2009 or gsned@ winecountrygroup.com September 2021

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THE HEART OF THE HOME Add a dash of spice and style to your kitchen BRANDPOINT

In today’s homes, kitchens serve a multitude of purposes beyond being a space to whip up a meal. They’re the heart of your home; the command center; the family gathering spot. So it’s no wonder why kitchens are where homeowners invest their renovation budget and why homebuyers pay a premium for an updated look. And savvy design professionals agree, spicing up your kitchen with stylish, timeless and natural materials—like cypress—is a recipe for success.

LAYING IT OUT Planning a new or remodeled kitchen can be an exciting, yet overwhelming time. Designer Erika Powell from Urban Grace Interiors in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, says making the process less stressful boils down to ensuring the layout meets your needs. “When starting a project, we first like to sit down with our clients in order to get to know them and how they will be using their kitchen,” she says. “If an architect is involved, we also like to work hand-in-hand with them so that any overarching architectural vision they may have is included in the interior design as well.” 44 | DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES

Nowadays, homeowners are mostly looking for open concept floorplans with kitchens that open up to living and dining rooms. And because there’s less available wall space, there are fewer upper cabinets. To compensate, modern kitchen layouts feature expansive islands with seating and storage, a pantry for canned and dry goods, and a butler pantry to hide away less frequently used items. “Once we determine the layout, then we get to work on selecting building products and finishes,” Powell says. “While there is a wide range of products to choose from, our style focuses on fine materials and classic design elements. Being near the beach, our clients gravitate toward light and natural materials—and products like real wood are just more beautiful. A wood like cypress is stable and durable with unique charm. It’s a fixture in many of our kitchen projects.” DECIDING ON CABINETS When it comes to choosing cabinetry, architect Ben Patterson from Bossier City, Louisiana, says it doesn’t take long to notice the difference between cabinetry that’s built with solid wood and what

you can find at the big box stores. “In my experience, homeowners value the natural character and quality of solid wood cabinets,” he says. “I’m a full-service architect and usually design custom cabinets for the projects I work on. And I like working with local materials, so my cabinet designs usually have a cypress face with a birch box.” Selecting a finish can be tricky, but Patterson says trends come and go. “Painted cabinets seem to be all the rage these days, but a natural wood finish is tasteful and timeless,” he adds. “And that’s another reason I love cypress. Whether new growth, old growth, sinker, or pecky, cypress is simply beautiful.”

TOPPING IT OFF If your kitchen feels a little bland, luxury homebuilder Matt Cain from Dallas-based Tatum Brown Custom Homes says what’s overhead is often overlooked. “In kitchens, we typically install a wood plank ceiling treatment to add visual texture and aesthetic warmth,” he says. “There are a lot of materials to work with, but I prefer cypress—especially pecky cypress—because it offers such a specific look and homeowners just fall in love with it. In fact, I’ve never painted a cypress ceiling; it’s too beautiful to cover up.” For more ideas on how to add some spice and style to your kitchen, visit CypressInfo.org. SEPTEMBER 2021

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The master wing features a private study, spacious bedroom with interior living area, covered outdoor patio, spa-inspired bathroom, expansive walk-in closet and two private studios below. The nearby guest house, roughly 1,000 square feet, offers two more bedroom suites, living room, kitchenette and covered outdoor deck. The unique marriage of metal and glass and the warmth of the vertical farmhouse wood siding creates an interesting modern/industrial/ farmhouse feel to the property, the listing says. And this all opens to a limestone patio that spans the length of the main residence, offering “the amenities and setting for private relaxing and entertaining. “Accessible from all main living areas and the master suite, the patio features a covered cabana with outdoor kitchen, infinity edge pool and spa, full bathroom with changing area, sunken fire pit with built-in banquet, wood burning outdoor fireplace, and covered sitting areas outside the great room and master suite.” The bocce court sits below the pool with lighting for night time play. The estate is designed to invite indoor/ outdoor living. “Throughout the main residence, expansive walls of glass open up to seamlessly connect the interior and exterior living spaces,” it says. “Outside the great room, the 270-plus square foot covered patio features a custom stained wood paneled ceiling, exposed structural steel beams, recessed lighting and speakers. The exterior limestone patios subtly transition at the same level into the wide plank oak hardwood floors inside the residence.” All in all, it’s an impressive place to be, Carreiro said. 46 | DISTINCTIVE PROPERTIES

“The vision was to make it to appeal to someone who really wants a unique place to live,” he said. “I am most impressed with how the house fits in with the landscape. You feel like you’re on a million acres, so it has a really unique seclusion and connection with nature. I’m impressed with what nature does with

it. The clouds are up there. The sunrises are amazing in the morning. The big glass doors that open up to the outside, gives you the feeling like you’re out in the middle of nowhere, though you’re not that far from town. It’s really a fun place to be. Spectacular views everywhere. It’s really cool.” September 2021

Distinctive Properties, Premiere Napa Valley Real Estate: September 2021

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