WEEKLY MARKET UPDATE FOR LAKE ARROWHEAD 12-30-08

Market Statistics for Lake Arrowhead MLS
Active Residential Listings: 838
Active Residental Listings in Arrowhead Woods: 355
Pending Residential Sales: 74
Sold Residential Properites month to date: 34
MLS wide Median Residential Sold Month-do-date: $278,720 (#34)
Arrowhead Woods & Lake Front Median Sold Month-do-date: $570,377 (#9)
Source: MLS, Rim of the World Association of Realtors

HAVE A SAFE NEW YEARS EVE.

I am not, nor have I everr been, a party person. Oh, I love to have dinner with friends and family, celebrating birthdays and holidays, and I love a nice, slushy Margarita once in a while. But, as for going to a "party" to party-hardy...well, it's just not for me. I think I was born old.
However, I don't have anything against people partying! And that is why I am posting this; because I know a lot of partying will take place on December 31 to welcome in the New Year, and I want everyone to make it a "safe and sane" party so I'll see you all here on January 1, 2009 (maybe with a headache, but here all the same).
So for those of you going out to celebrate, or maybe having the party, here are a few tips (from the non-party person) in hopes of making your NEW YEARS EVE a great safe one.
If you're going to a party, alone, make arrangements ahead of time (if you plan to drink) to have someone take you home.
If you going to a party with others, make sure some-ONE of you will be the designated driver.
If you're having the party, when your guest show up, ASK THEM if they have a designated driver. If they don't, go to PLAN B (see tips below)
If you have a local taxi company, call them and ask if they'll be available to take folks home, and what they charge.
Collect car keys at the door if your guest have NO driver.
If you THINK you may have unexpected guests spending the night; have extra pillows, blankets and linens ready. Inflatable mattresses are always good to have on hand.
Lastly....be safe & have fun!!!
Statistics on Drinking Related Accidents
National Drunk & Drugged Driving Month

DO NOT TEXT AND DRIVE...Starting Jan. 1 2009

HEAR YE-HEAR YE, all you CALIFORNIA Texting (while driving) experts folks. You only have a couple of days left to "press your luck." Soon it'll be a BIG NO NO. Since this past July, we've been required to have a hands-free device while talking on a cell phone when we're cruising down the road behind the wheel. Now, starting January 1, 2009, TEXTING while driving will be AGAINST THE LAW, with the same penalties as talking on a cell without a hands-free divice; $20 for the first offense and $50 for following offenses.
To check out other new laws taking affect in 2009, go to CALIFORNIA CHAMBER.
Since I can barely text while sitting in my recliner, I'm pretty sure I won't turn into a law .

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM WINDERMERE FINE PROPERTIES

Make a Smilebox slideshow

Snow at our house December 2008

 

BLUE JAY (CA) CHRISTMAS PARADE 2008, the "pictures" ...Tell the story about our community

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

Mountain Community Hospital was built in 1951 (good year--I was born then!). Its a full-service hospital and birthing center. There is a physician on duty at their 24/7, 365 days a year at the Emergency Room. They also offer the only obstetric services from Big Bear to Crestline.

Range of Services provided by Mountain Community Hospital:
Obstetrics
Medical/Surgical
Skilled Nursing
Post-acute Care Rehabilitation and Respite Care
Emergency Services

Out patient services:
Laboratory
Cardiac stress testing
Radiology (CT, ultrasound, bone densitometry, and mammography).
Physical therapy
Occupational therapy
Speech therapy.
Licensed by the State of California, MCH is Medicare and Medi-Cal certified. They are one of the few small rural hospitals accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health care Organizations.
Mountain Community Hospital MAP & LOCATION
Lake Arrowhead Medical Center MAP & LOCATION

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EARTHQUAKE SHAKEOUT!!! Today.

Today, November 13, 2008, the Earthquake Country Alliance has organized the Great Southern California Shakeout, a massive earthquake drill--7.5 magnitude--at 10 AM. THIS IS ONLY A DRILL! Below is a list of things you can do and things you should have on hard, in case...

• If you're INDOORS when it hits, Drop, Cover, and Hold On!


• If you're OUTDOORS when it hits, Move to a clear area if you can safely do so.


• If you're DRIVING when it hits, pull over to the side, stop and set your parking brake.


• AVOID overpasses, bridges and power-lines.


• Have on hand: Water, food, blankets, clothing, flashlights, batteries, radio--for SEVERAL days or WEEKS.


• Have emergency items in your car


• Prepare your home: secure furniture, electronics, wall hangings, ANYTHING that could fall


• Know where your gas shut off is and HOW to SHUT IT OFF

Those are just a teeny-tiny list of things WE should DO. For more information on this event TODAY and HOW-TO be prepared, click on THE SHAKEOUT.
Other helpful links below include:
Earthquake Country
ShakeOut: What You Can Do
Dare to Prepare
Putting Down Roots in Earthquake Country
Terremotos.org
U.S. Geological Survey

SKI SLOPES & RESORTS IN OUR CALIFORNIA MOUNTAINS

Just like everything else here in Southern California, we are close to SKI SLOPES & resorts! Really, how many other states can you hop in your car and within few minutes, or a few hours, arrive at the desert, the beach, the valley or in the mountains? NOT MANY!

SNOW VALLEY, in Running Springs--San Bernardino Mountains--is about 30 minutes from Lake Arrowhead. Snow Valley has some gentle runs (in my opinion) and it's a great place to take the entire family. From their link (above), you can access snow reports, buy tickets, get a terrain report and tons, tons more! Snow Valley tries to open every year around Thanksgiving. Read about opening times right here. Map & Directions

There's some interesting history about SNOW SUMMIT, in Big Bear, that you may not know; A sportsman named Tommi Tyndall, along with his wife and other investors, are responsible for this ski area and for the installation of the FIRST chair lift in the nation! Snow Summit is about 90 minutes from Los Angeles, gets quite a bit more snow than Snow Valley and has more "strenuous" runs. Find out everything this wonderful ski area has to offer at Snow Summit stats. Map & Directions

If you want to get out of Dodge and head up north, then you may want to consider MAMMOTH MOUNTAIN. With over 400" of snowfall annually, and thousands of acres of terrain to ski, sometimes Mammoth will have snow when no other ski resort do. Located off Hwy 395, it is quite a drive...but most people say it's well worth it. Map & Directions

Also included, for those die-hard skiers, are links to other ski resorts in our great state of California:
Alpine Meadows Bear Valley Cascade World Four Season Resort Donner Ski Ranch Granlibakken Resort Heavenly Kirkwood Ski Resort Mammoth / June Mount Shasta Sierra at Tahoe Squaw Valley Tahoe Donner
Check out this fun site about Southern California Mountains

*****************************

To view ALL Active Listings in Lake Arrowhead, go to LAKE ARROWHEAD KAT (click on properties on the dashboard and choose your price range)
For all your Real Estate needs, CALL: KAT DELONG, REALTOR.
KAT SALES LAKE ARROWHEAD Outside BLOG
909-336-9500 X 263 (office) 909-273-4542 (cell)

LAKE ARROWHEAD HOME SEARCH MADE EASY

LAKE ARROWHEAD LISTINGS: Price Ranges BELOW, Making Your Search Easy (edit/delete)
I put together a list (LINKS) of Lake Arrowhead homes (below), Lakefront estates and the surrounding areas, with several different price ranges: from under $300,000 to $700,000+. I also added additonal LINKS for the Crestline and Running Springs area.
CALL OR E-MAIL ME.
HOMES UNDER $300,000
HOMES FROM $300,000 - $400,000
HOMES FROM $400,000 - $500,000
HOMES FROM $500,000 - $700,000
HOMES & LAKEFRONTS FROM $700,000+
CRESTLINE LISTINGS
RUNNING SPRINGS LISTINGS

To view ALL Active Listings in Lake Arrowhead, go to LAKE ARROWHEAD KAT (click on properties on the dashboard and choose your price range)
For all your Real Estate needs, CALL: KAT DELONG, REALTOR.
KAT SALES LAKE ARROWHEAD Outside BLOG
909-336-9500 X 263 (office) 909-273-4542 (cell)

AUCTION IN LAKE ARROWHEAD MAKES DREAMS COME TRUE--NOV 8TH 2008

Do you love auctions? Well, then you won't want to miss the one being held this Saturday, November 8th 2008 at, and hosted by, LAKE ARROWHEAD COUNTRY CLUB. So come on up and particiape in the MOUNTAIN SUNRISE ROTARY'S 18TH ANNUAL AUCTION.

The purpose of this auction? To help many projects at Rim of The World schools, including Challenge Day, the band boosters, the Interact Club and the Choices programs at MPH. Mountain Sunrise Rotary is a wonderful group that reaches out to our community through support from the ARROWHEAD ARTS ASSOCIATION, Citizens on Patrol, D.O.V.E.S , Rebuilding Together, Rim of The World Search and Rescue, Mountain Community Hospital and MANY, many more, by providing scholarships to graduates of both Rim and Mountain High, which can make dreams come true.

Some of the wonderful donations (items) to be auctioned:

• Gift Certificates



• Pet Grooming



• Photography Services



• Spa Services



• Art by local artists Patty McDonald & Donal Jolley & Charles Wysocki



• Golf Packages & Boat Excursions



• Dinners with Celebrities
  ...and MANY MANY more. DID I SAY MANY? MANY!!!
  When you get hungry from buying and shopping, there will be a Buffet of salads, tri-tip, grilled salmon and MORE, available for $40.00 (5-8 PM).

TIME: 1:00 - 9:00
MORE INFORMATION, go to MOUNTAIN SUNRISE ROTARY'S 18TH ANNUAL AUCTION
WATCH IT ON: Charter Cable channels 6 and 101
CALL: 909-337-2441
HEY--GO GET SOME CHRISTMAS SHOPPING DONE!!!

To view ALL Active Listings in Lake Arrowhead, go to LAKE ARROWHEAD KAT(click on properties on the dashboard and choose your price range)
For all your Real Estate needs, CALL: KAT DELONG, REALTOR.
KAT SALES LAKE ARROWHEAD Outside BLOG
909-336-9500 X 263 (office) 909-273-4542 (cell)

DOMESTIC ABUSE IS NOT BIASED--It CAN happen ANYWHERE & to ANYONE

DOMESTIC ABUSE happens in large cities. It happens in small communities. IT can HAPPEN to anyone, regardless of race, color, religion, political background, education... DOMESTIC VIOLENCE has NO boundaries.
I was a young mother in the 60's with two little boys and married to an animal. I EXPERIENCED domestic abuse first HAND, literally. IN those days when I called the police after being beat, they would show up, peer down at my bloodied face and say, "We have to see him hit you, "Ma'am." Thank GOD I was one of the lucky ones and finally escaped that beast, and that lifestyle. Thank GOD times have changed some when it comes to domestic violence. It hasn't been eliminated by no stretch of the imagination and never will be. But there are so many wonderful groups and shelters now-a-days where a victim can go seek help.
Even in our little mountain community, we have an awesome place called D.O.V.E.S, (DOMESTIC VIOLENCE EDUCATION & SERVICES). The staff is always available--day or night--to help YOU.

Let me explain some of the things you will find on this helpful site:

• How to define IF you ARE being abused (there are MANY forms)
• General Information
• Are you READY to GET OUT, and HOW
• The areas/towns DOVES services (ALL of Southern CA)
• Legal Services
• Tips for FAMILIES
• Shelter SERVICES
• How to GET RID OF the SITE from your computer once you've gone there!!!
  
  ...and much, much more. So please, if you ARE IN A VIOLENT RELATIONSHIP, contact D.O.V.E.S. They will help you!
  
  And DON'T BE ASHAMED. I AM NOT. Look, I escaped and I'm alive and well TODAY, able to write about DOMESTIC VIOLENCE right here, right now.
  
  

WHAT IS A BLOG? BLOGGING? GOOGLE JUICE?

ON YOUR COMPUTER, GO TO... Then, scroll down to the POST titled "WHAT IS A BLOG? BLOGGING? GOOGLE JUICE? "You can see, first hand, what my BLOG looks like--which will give you an idea of what you CAN to promote your business.

Basically, BLOG means "Web log", a Web site, usually maintained by a person who submits regular entries (POSTS) of commentary, descriptions of events, or other material such as graphics, pictures or videos, usually in reverse-chronological order. I call it my Online Diary.

ACTIVERAIN is where I learned to blog, and blog almost daily. This site has over 111,000 members--the largest blogging site for Realtors in the world. It’s FREE and you’ll learn just about anything you can think of that has to do with websites, blogging and Real Estate. CLICK HERE to view Kat's Active/Rain blog


There are many FREE blog sites available to set up your own BLOG, be it for business or personal use. I have several blogs. I use https://www.blogger.com/start (BLOGGER).com, because I found it to be one of the most user friendly, with easy templates to pick and choose. To start off (after you click on the link I provided) go to SIGN UP. Create a user-name and password. THINK about the user-name and the name you are about to give your BLOG. If it is for business, then be especially thoughtful.

GOOGLE JUICE: It's Internet slang meaning "the substance which flows between web pages through their hyperlinks." Pages with many links pointing to them acquire 'Google Juice.' I ALWAYS add hyperlinks to my posts, as you will see on my blog.


WIKIPEDIA= Online/Web/Encyclopedia. This is awesome!!!


WIDGETS? A web widget is a "code" that can be installed within a separate HTML-(link) based web page. It can be a calculator, clock, games, and on and on.... Go to WidgetBox to see the zillions of things you can add to your blog or website. I'm a WIDGET-a-holic!


Great links to go and explore to learn more about BLOGGING:
BLOG STATS AND TRACKERS
STARTING A BLOG
BLOGGING & SEARCH ENGINES

Now….go get busy.

FREE MOVIES AT THE LAKE ARROWHEAD RESORT

If you've never been to the LAKE ARROWHEAD RESORT, then you have no idea what you've been missing. This hotel is beyond beautiful! BUT, that's not what this post is about.
It's about FREE MOVIE NIGHT at the Lake Arrowhead Resort--TONIGHT, November 4th, 2008.
Every Tuesday night at 7:00 PM, the RESORT hosts "classic" movie night. FREE!!! Tonight's flick is a 1940's classic with Humphrey Bogart, Ida Lupino and Cornel Wilde in HIGH SIERRA.
So, after you VOTE, go relax and see a show! MAP & LOCATION

To view ALL Active Listings in Lake Arrowhead, go to LAKE ARROWHEAD KAT(click on properties on the dashboard and choose your price range)
For all your Real Estate needs, CALL: KAT DELONG, REALTOR.

907 BREITHORN, LAKE ARROWHEAD, CA

VIEWS...VIEWS...VIEWSFROM THIS THIS BEAUTIFUL 4 BEDROOM, 2.5 BATH HOME. IT HAS BEEN COMPLETELY REMODELED, INCLUDING PLUMBING & ELECTRICAL. ALMOST EVERYTHING IS NEW! NO DETAIL HAS BEEN OVERLOOKED. WONDERFUL OPEN FLOOR PLAN WITH PANORAMIC VIEW FROM ALMOST EVERY ROOM....IT EVEN HAS A STREAM. BUILT IN 1971. $739,000
907 BREITHORN LAKE ARROWHEAD, CA 92352

For more information about the above property or for ALL your Real Estate needs, CALL 909-273-4542 OR visit my website @ LAKE ARROWHEAD KAT
Listing by WINDERMERE Fine Properties/Lake Arrowhead

LAKE ARROWHEAD AIRPORT--fly up for air!

Lake Arrowhead really is close to "everything!" We're only an hour from Palm Springs and a little over an hour to Los Angeles or Orange County---and that is by automobile. But what about by plane? Lake Arrowhead ALSO has an airport and some folks can "FLY UP FOR AIR." However, the airport is private and, at this time, you need to have permission from the owner, MARK BAYLEY.
LAKE ARROWHEAD AIRPORT has hopes of becoming a premier transportation provider for the Lake Arrowhead Resort area, eventually. The runway is perfect for most general aircrafts and currently provides private business and recreation travel for firefighting, air evacuation and emergency landing for all public agencies in our local mountains. The airport is located 2.5 miles north of the Lake Arrowhead. This private airport has been in use for over 50 years and has plenty of historical significance (check out that link, it is an awesome tour).
The link is for Airport data and addiontal information.
Other Southern California Airports:
BIG BEAR CITY AIRPORT
JOHN WAYNE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, Orange County
ONTARIO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (LAX)
BURBANK AIRPORT (Bob Hope Airport)


To view ALL Active Listings in Lake Arrowhead, go to LAKE ARROWHEAD KAT(click on properties on the dashboard and choose your price range)
For all your Real Estate needs, CALL: KAT DELONG, REALTOR.

LAKE ARROWHEAD WEEKLY MARKET UPDATE

LAKE ARROWHEAD'S WEEKLY MARKET UPDATE 10/25/08
Market Statistics for Lake Arrowhead MLS
Active Residential Listings: 1033
Active Residential Listings in Arrowhead Woods: 458
Pending Residential Sales: 123
Sold Residential Properties month to date: 63
MLS wide Median Residential Sold Month-do-date: $232,000 (#69)
Arrowhead Woods & Lake Front Median Sold Month-do-date: $315,000 (#27)
MLS, Rim of the World Association of Realtors. These figures are deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.


To view ALL Active Listings in Lake Arrowhead, go to LAKE ARROWHEAD KAT(click on properties on the dashboard and choose your price range)
For all your Real Estate needs, CALL: KAT DELONG, REALTOR.

SANTA ANA WINDS and The San Bernardino Mountains

This week we're going to be experiencing SANTA ANA Winds, so the San Bernardino Forestry Dept, has issued the following warning!!!

For more information about the SB forest, please check out
San Bernardino Forest Dept.

PET STORES, PLACES & THINGS --LAKE ARROWHEAD

We are a world of animal lovers...
And in order to help you with your pets needs, I've compiled the list below to include pet stores, training services, vets and much, much more... ALL right here in, or around, Lake Arrowhead in the San Bernardino Mountain. I hope you find it useful. If you need more information on a particular place, or would like me to add a something of use to other pet owners, please let me know.

"PET STORES"
BARK AND MEOW, THE PUPPY 909-336-5006 - 27177 STATE HWY 189, BLUE JAY, CA 92317
FEATHERS FINS AND FUR PET SHOP 909-336-1061 - 27177 CA-189, Blue Jay, CA 92317 Map it
HOUSE OF SCALES SKINS AND SHELLS 909-336-7300 - SCALES SKINS & SHELLS
WILD BIRDS FOREVER 909-336-6681 - BIRDS FOREVER
MOREHART OBEDIENCE TRAINING - 909-337-7911
PAWSITIVE TRAINING FOR BETTER DOGS 909-337-2400 -PAWSITIVE TRAINING

"PET SITTING"
MORE-HEART PET SITTING 909-338-3935
CRITTER SITTERS 909-336-0717 REDUPTHEHILL@EARTHLINK.NET

"GROOMING"
LAURENS GROOMING 909-337-5077
ALL CREATURES BIG & SMALL PET GROOMING 909-338-4004
DOGGY STYLES 909-338-2850 -- 23827 LAKE DR SUITE A, CRESTLINE CA 92325
GROOMERS ON THE GO MOBILE 909 336-6639 -- Lake Arrowhead, CA
HEAD TO TOE PET GROOMING 909-338-5407 -- Crestline, CA
PUPPY LOVE GROOMING 909-337-0506

"VETERINARY SERVICE"
ARROWHEAD ANIMAL HOSPITAL 909-336-6800 -- 27244 STATE HWY 189, BLUE JAY, CA 92317
RIM FOREST ANIMAL HOSPITAL 909-337-8589 -- 1299 BEAR SPRINGS RD, RIM FOREST CA 92378

"VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES"
ANIMAL CARE EQUIPMENT & SERVICES 909-338-1791 -- 340 State Hwy 138, CRESTLINE, CA 92325 info@animal-care.com

"HUMANE SOCIETY OF SAN BERNADINO COUNTY"
909-882-2934 OR 909-88-4205 -- HUMANE SOCIETY OF SAN BERNARDINO

Lake Arrowhead "Village" in The San Bernardino Mountains

LAKE ARROWHEAD VILLAGE has something for everyone. Rides for the kiddies, ducks to feed, eateries that cater to every single taste-bud: Mexican, American, from Waffles to Sushi, and more. Much more. There's shopping galore or benches to sit on...relax, kick back and watch people stroll by (that's my favorite thing to do). Supposedly (and I haven't actually counted) there are 50 plus shops, restaurants and attractions at The Village. You can even get your hair done. AND all of this is on the lower level of The Village.
When I first moved here, one day while shopping at LAKE ARROWHEAD's VILLAGE, I saw a very young Michelle Quan dancing around the sidewalks, pretending to be ice skating...I had no idea at the time, who this tiny person was or what she was about to become.
Almost every weekend during the year--even in the winter--there is some special event taking place at The Village. For instance, in summer months, we have SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA'S LARGEST FREE SUMMER CONCERTS. Also, every Friday, there is a FARMER'S MARKET. One of the most enjoyable events for me this summer was the ANTIQUE CARS AND WOODEN BOAT SHOW. That was too much fun! Then as fall nears, we have the OCTOBER FEST, and the list goes on and on.
But back to shopping.... Stores at The Village range from Tattle-Tails, a cutsie store that carries "special" items for children, including clothing and toys (I bought my new grandson his "favorite" stuffed horsie there) to Outlet stores: shoes, purses, clothing, etc. You need it, there's a shop with it.
To get a feel, and loads of information, about Lake Arrowhead, take a ride on THE QUEEN. The captain at the helm will take you around the lake all the while explaining the history, the depth, pointing out celebrities (older, now moved) homes, just to name a few. Kids and adults alike love taking this approx. hour voyage.
OCTOBER FEST begins in September and runs through October. Every weekend, all weekend, this event starts at noon. Come enjoy the music and yummy German food provided by Papagayos (my FAV Mexican eatery!).
So... take a little tour of THE VILLAGE, in LAKE ARROWHEAD, and see for yourself why you need to come on down!
MAP TO LAKE ARROWHEAD'S VILLAGE

For your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs call or email: KAT DELONG
To view ALL listings in and around Lake Arrowhead CLICK HERE.

THIS IS ORIGINAL CONTENT WRITTEN BY, and pictures taken by, Kat DeLong

LAKE ARROWHEAD COUNTRY CLUB

It's hard to believe, but LAKE ARROWHEAD COUNTRY CLUB (LACC) was once a cow pasture. THAT'S RIGHT! Because the area was all about logging in the late 1800's and early 1900's, the
work horses and cows needed a grazing area and LACC was it!
That all changed in 1963 when LAKE ARROWHEAD COUNTRY CLUB was constructed as large a-frame clubhouse. Some of the celebrity guests at the grand opening included Bob Hope, Bing Crosby, Dean Martin and Tony Bennett. Then in 1978, members of the club purchased the course, club house and tennis courts and turned it into a private, member-owned Country Club, as it is TODAY.
Members not only have this beautiful course to play on, other amenities with membership include tennis, swimming or plain old relaxing on their aquatic deck. There's no better way to spend a day in my book!
Perhaps you have a function coming up: wedding, anniversary or other important event. The Club House staff can handle "most" anything. What a setting to have a party, don't you agree?
Members may dine at the Club every day. However, during spring and fall, hours are reduced and the menu selections are changed. Even though the Clubhouse is open all year, in the winter, only pre-scheduled parties and events are held.... speaking of winter, there is nothing more gorgeous than this golf course with a blanket of fresh snow covering it.
Three mmemberships are available here at Lake Arrowhead Country Club:
GOLF MEMBERSHIP: This membership includes unlimited golfing, tennis, swimming, clubhouse dining, social events. You may participate in tennis clinics and socials, Ladies putter club, Book of the Month, Bridge and Bunco. Email: accmembership@verizon.net for pricing.
TENNIS MEMBERSHIP: (Same as Golf Membership w/unlimited tennis).
SOCIAL MEMBERSHIP: Unlimited use of the clubhouse for dining, participation in Club Social events, mixers and parties, Ladies' Putters Club, Participation in the Book of the Month Club, Ladies' Bridge & Bunco. Email: accmembership@verizon.net for pricing. There's always something happening at LACC: barbecues, weekend dinners, dancing, concerts or many other social events.
Along the north side of Lake Arrowhead Country Club is Grass Valley Park. This little jewel is a perfect place to take family and friends for a picnic. There are picnic tables, barbeque's, restrooms and children's play equipment. Grass Valley Lake is also adjacent to the park and the golf course. ONLY ducks can swim here!As you're golfing or driving around this area, you'll see a variety of homes and cabins, either on the course itself or the surrounding area. Prices of homes vary in this neighborhood. E-mail or call for a list of golf course properties.
Like most places in Southern California, LAKE ARROWHEAD COUNTRY CLUB (Lake Arrowhead) is only a few hours, or less, away. Actually, regardless of where you live in Southern California, you're fairly close to the mountains, desert or beaches.
Other important and useful information about LAKE ARROWHEAD and Lake Arrowhead Country Club:
Membership fees and dues
LAKE ARROWHEAD Chamber of Commerce
Directions to LAKE ARROWHEAD COUNTRY CLUB
Take a little TOUR of Lake Arrowhead Country Club and the Surrounding area
For your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs: Kathy "Kat" DeLong, REALTOR.

Photos taken by Kat DeLong

ARROWHEAD ARTS MUSIC FESTIVAL --FALL 2008

Autumn is in the air and that means mark your calendar for ARROWHEAD ARTS ASSOCIATION's fall concerts.
SEPTEMBER 26, 2008 begins the first of the fall concerts with "CLASSICS BY THE LAKE." This particular event will be held at a private, Lake Arrowhead, lakeside home, and features well-known guitarist, RON FRESHMAN. Price is $50.00 per person and includes a catered reception with wines, hors d'oeuvres & desserts. Please make reservations by calling 909-337-4277. This will be an elegant evening you won't want to miss!
SEPTEMBER 28, 2008: FALL CLASSICAL MUSIC FESTIVAL takes place beginning at 3:00PM. This concert, featuring The Riverside Philharmonic, will be held at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church. Performances, under the direction of Patrick Flynn, by SYMPHONY MEETS THE BLUES w/Corky Siegel, the blues harmonica legend.
Egmont Overture by BEETHOVEN
Street Music Op 65, a Blues Concerto by William Russo, featuring Corky Siegel, harmonica
Sumphony No. 2 by Rachmaninoff
Before the concert, there will be a lecture starting at 2:25 PM. Admission: $15.00 (General), $25.00 (Reserved) & Free to children 4-16. To make reservations for this event, call 909-337-0284

OCTOBER 11, 2008, 6PM, come enjoy THE ALBERT MCNEIL JUBILEE SINGERS.This concert is held at Lake Arrowhead Community Presbyterian Church. Cost: $20.00 (adults), and FREE for children 4 - High School. Make your reservations by calling 909-337-0284.

After October 1, 2008, reservation can be made by calling 800-375-3413
For your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, CALL: KAT DELONG, REALTOR.

CEDAR RIDGE ESTATES--IN LAKE ARROWHEAD

Lake Arrowhead is special in so many ways. We're a small community. We're only a few miles from the city below, though it feels like a world away. We have a superior school district. We have homes that meet all lifestyles, prices and situations; from full-time to part-time, and cabins to castles.
One of my favorite "Neighborhoods" (my Localism NEIGHBORHOOD) is what I consider Lake Arrowhead's diamond. I remember when my family first moved here in 1991, how we accidentally came across this area while taking a drive on a quiet Sunday afternoon. It was a fairly new development. In fact, there was a local Realtor sitting near the front gates, with his card table set up, trying to sale vacant lots. So we drove around this area and it immediately became an all time favorite of mine. A very special community right here in my own backyard.
Cedar Ridge Estates is a stunning gated-community that sits perched above Lake Arrowhead, yet only a stone's throw to the lake and to Lake Arrowhead Village. All of the elegant homes behind these gates are custom and beautifully constructed by some of the countries finest builders. Entrance to CEDAR RIDGE ESTATES is off Cumberland Dr.
The lots these exquisite homes are built on are large and lush with cedars and pines..and private. Most parcels are at least ¾ acre or more, nearly level or gently sloped. You'll generally have plenty of space to build your dream home back from the street, leaving you with a long, winding or circular driveway.....and Privacy.
Lake Arrowhead is a private lake and like all properties within the Arrowhead Woods (lake rights) boundaries, as is Cedar Ridge Estates, it gives people the right to join ALA (ARROWHEAD LAKE ASSOCIATION) which then gives them the permission to use the lake. Living within Arrowhead Woods, property owners must be responsible and follow certain rules and regulations set by ARROWHEAD WOODS ARCHITECTURAL COMMITTEE. These rules are mainly set forth to protect our trees/forest.
The video below (click on virtual tour button) will give you a hint of the community. The homes you see in this tour are not necessarily for sale, but are instead examples of the lifestyle here in Cedar Ridge Estates. Enjoy.
Take a little tour of CEDAR RIDGE ESTATES
Important and helpful links below:
RIM O' THE WORLD SCHOOL DISTRICT
CAMPING & HIKING
MORE RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
SHOPPING
LAKE ARROWHEAD TRIVIA.
HISTORY.

SELLERS--DON'T BLOW OFF A LOWBALL OFFER...let it simmer

Dear Seller:
We (Realtors) know how frustrating it is when you get a LOW BALL offer on your home. After all, it's a wonderful home. You've raised your kids here. You KNOW it's priced right. AND you can't afford to take less; you have your blood, sweat and tears in this place. SO, when you get one of those nasty, ridiculous offers, your first instinct is to be mailto:%5E*#@%& off....justifiably so.
"Tell that Realtor to tell his client ...blah, blah, blah with his offer..." You may blurt out.
Instead, you need to take a deep breath. Take a walk. Take a chill-pill. More importantly, you need to let the offer simmer. Let the buyer wait until (almost) the expiration period he/she has given you, expires. Almost, but not until it actually runs out. This lets the buyer know you may not be as desperate as he may think you are. Because, desperation only reaps desperate responses.
The market stinks right now, for sellers. It REALLY is a buyer's market. But even the buyers aren't jumping allover all the great deals they have at their disposable. They're VERY cautious. So, before you blow off that low ball offer, give it some consideration! Work with your Realtor to come up with a "reasonable" counter."
There's an old saying in the Real Estate World; YOUR FIRST OFFER MAY BE YOUR BEST OFFER.

For your Lake Arrowhead Real Estate needs, CALL: KAT DELONG, REALTOR.

CRASH & BURN COMPUTERS--BACK IT UP

Q: What's worse than your computer crashing?
A: Your computer CRASHING and LOSING ALL YOUR DATA...every stinkin' bit.
This has happened to me twice in the past two years. You'd have thought, after number #1 crash, I would have backed up EVERYTHING, EVERY TIME I went to log off. But, oh no, I have that "I'll do it later" mentality. And, of course, later never came. I'm one of those naive people who thinks "It won't happen to me." But guess what? It does and can.
Recently, one of "My Three Sons" mentioned he had bought an external hard-drive to backup the data from his laptop. We chatted back and forth about it for several weeks until I eventually BIT the bullet and ordered one. My external hard drive is an IOMEGA and can hold a million-trillion-zillion GIGABYTES (GB) (well, maybe only 250GB). It comes with a USB cord, so I can plug IT into any computer. And it's only about 6X4 inches. I'm not suggesting any particular product, only telling you what I have).
Here's what I can do with IT:
MOVE/SAVE DOCUMENTS/PICTURES/VIDEOS, etc TO IT
MOVE MY 'FAVORITES/BOOKMARKS' TO IT
MOVE ALL PERSONAL "STUFF" TO IT
BACKUP EVERY THING FROM MY LAPTOP TO IT--THE ENTIRE SYSTEM
TAKE IT TO ANOTHER COMPUTER AND UPLOAD ANY OR EVERYTHING FROM IT
IF MY 'PUTER CRASHES, AGAIN, I CAN PLUG IT IN... AND VOILA', MY STUFF IS RETRIVED & I WON'T HAVE TO BE RESUSCITATED.
...BUT I didn't stop at the IOMEGA. I also bought a little JUMP-DRIVE that has 4GB (that is a LOT), so I can keep it on my key chain. I use this when I don't need my IOMEGA, or don't need to back up my entire system. The JUMP DRIVE is only about 2 inches long and 1 inch wide.
Here's what I can do with IT:

TRANSFER/MOVE/SAVE FILES, DOCUMENTS, PICTURES, VIDEOS onto IT
PLUG IT IN TO ANY OTHER COMPUTER WHICH I USE AND RETRIEVE ANY INFO I NEED FROM IT
OR, UPLOAD INFO FROM IT TO ANOTHER COMPUTER.
TOSS IT INTO MY PURSE
I'm sure (if I read everything in the instruction manual for these items) they do MUCH, MUCH more.
All I can say is, THANK GOODNESS I now have a BACKUP PLAN!