28578 Saginaw ~ $529,000 ~ Arrowhead Woods ~ Lake Arrowhead {SOLD}

This custom built home is LEVEL ENTRY with a MASTER on the MAIN, Lake Rights and is on a quiet Cul-de-sac. You must see the home to appreciate all the details. High ceilings, wood floors, EXTRA LARGE bedrooms, an inside build up that could become a theater room or play room, newer carpet downstairs,  2 heating systems, NEWLY stained decks, beautiful mountain views and the list goes on. This property can be yours for $529,000.

IMG_0620For more pictures and a virtual tour, please visit this link: http://www.tourfactory.com/idxr1238414

For the Reltor.com link, click here: http://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/28578-Saginaw_Lake-Arrowhead_CA_92352_M20533-28931?cpPreview=true

This home is a 3 bed/2.5 bath home with gorgeous views off the back decks.  Both large back decks have gas hook ups for a BBQ or gas fire pit.  There are custom lead stained glass windows above the door ways on the main level.  The window coverings were hand made by the previous owner.  The laundry room is oversized and can make the perfect craft area.

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For more info on this listing or to schedule a showing apointment please send me an email, I will be glad to help you!

~ Michelle

What Exactly is ALA… And Why do they Manage Lake Arrowhead?

Are you one of those who keeps hearing all the locals use the term ALA?  It probably sounds something like this, “I have to pay my ALA dues,” or “don’t forget to bring the ALA card when we go to the beach.”  Remember that here in Lake Arrowhead we are a private Lake and all the homeowners in “Arrowhead Woods” like it that way.   (Click here to read my blog on Arrowhead Woods)

Below you will find info that I pulled directly from the ALA website: http://www.ala-ca.org/page/24073~502845/Welcome:

If you have any further questions, please call ALA and they will be happy to help.

So what is ALA “Arrowhead Woods Association?”
All About Arrowhead Lake Association
The Arrowhead Lake Association is here to manage and maintain Lake Arrowhead and serve the property owners of Arrowhead Woods who choose to become Members.Arrowhead Lake Association Mission Statement“To protect, operate, and improve Lake Arrowhead and ALA properties, to provide reasonable and safe recreational facilities in a fiscally responsible manner, with appropriate planning for the future.”
And for all those burning questions about Membership and how it works… Here is the info on the types of memberships and how much they cost.
$60, $200 or $500 depending on the membership.
Membership
Become a Member and enjoy all that Lake Arrowhead offers. There are three types of Membership that you can enjoy: General Membership, Beach Club Membership and Dock/Slip Right Membership. The amenities of each Membership are detailed below.  If you would like to enjoy Boating on Lake Arrowhead you must be a member of the ALA. Choose a Membership and then view the Boating page for information on how to register your boat so that you can have some fun on the water!GENERAL MEMBERSHIP:A General Membership entitles you to the following amenities:

  • Access to over 60 lake trails
  • Use of Grass Valley and Marina Peninsula Parks
  • The ability to rent Burnt Mill Beach Club for your events
  • Fishing on the shoreline and on specially designated fishing docks
  • Voting privileges
  • Admission to special events.

$60 per year
You may qualify for a free General Membership. Click here for details.

BEACH CLUB MEMBERSHIP:

This membership entitles you to all of the amenities of a General Member PLUS access to the Burnt Mill and Tavern Bay Beach Clubs.

$200 per year

DOCK/SLIP RIGHT MEMBERSHIP

This membership is for dock and slip right owners. This membership must be renewed yearly. A Dock/Slip Right Membership entitles you to all of the amenities of the Beach Club Membership and the General Membership. The due date for renewal of this membership is April 1st of each year. Late fees apply.

$500 per year

I hope you find this information useful.  You can click the links in green to be directed straight to ALA’s website.

See you on the lake!

This Agent Gives Toilet Paper as a Close Gift

Every once in a while you meet a client or clients who touch your heart. Most of the time you needed
them more than they needed you.

Although I may still be “new” in the business, every transaction makes me grow and my knowledge of the business becomes more clear. In this particular transaction I learned about loans and how they can affect you and the client. I do find it important to do research and ask around before choosing your loan officer.

Today, I had the honor of presenting a set of keys to a very happy new home owner. This was one of those we hit it off right away and knew we would be friends forever type of clients… I’m not kidding!

These 2 pictures are are my happy moments in Real Estate. I will always remember the client who said he just used his “last dime” on his new house and wouldn’t be able to afford toilet paper… (You had to be there, it’s an inside joke and yes I really did buy him toilet paper!)

Congrats Carmen and welcome to Lake Arrowhead, I look forward to many fun days and nights in the future with you and Penny!

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Don’t worry, Chef has soda water, and of course I have Champagne!

My Pick of the Day July 3, 2014 ~ Tour Day

Today’s pick of the day is 479 State Hwy 173 in Lake Arrowhead. Priced at $525,000. This 1944 Cabin sits on the hwy, has some views of the lake and… comes with a New MJS Single Slip trex dock with Permanent Aluminum Awning! This cute, charming cabin does need some updating on the inside (and that’s my opinion), but at this price, with the dock and the 2 car garage… It is the perfect package and could be turned into a stunning mountain home!

Here are a few pics form the listing and also the link to Realtor.com

Remember to call or email me for a showing or for more details on this Pick of the Day!

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What the heck is “ARROWHEAD WOODS” and what are LAKE RIGHTS?

Did you know that Lake Arrowhead is private and that you can not put a boat on the lake unless you live in “Arrowhead Woods?”

Take a look at this map below and let me explain why and what the blue dotted line is.  Here is a hint, the locals call it “The Woods” so if you hear us using that term, now you know what we are talking about! Image I know what you are thinking; oh wow, how snotty of them to make their lake private.  However…

This tid bit comes from the AWAC (Arrowhead Woods Architectural Committee) website:

{After visiting Lake Arrowhead in 1923, a reporter for the Architectural Record wrote, “Much glorious scenery in California and elsewhere has been ruined by haphazard building.” He went on to commend Arrowhead homeowners for the establishment of a concerned resident group appointed that same year. That group, charged with the responsibility of working with the community to protect Lake Arrowhead from such a fate, was AWAC. More than 75 years later, still empowered by the CC&Rs, AWAC continues to preserve the unique character of and property value within the Arrowhead Woods.}

Lake Arrowhead/ AWAC take so much pride in keeping the lake clean and clear of contamination and have done so for 75 years.  The lake is small and too much traffic could create hazards while boating on the water.  Ask anyone who owns property in the Woods and they will tell you how much they appreciate the private lake.

If you want Lake Rights and you want to swim and play in Lake Arrowhead, then take a look at that map and buy a house within the blue dotted line/Arrowhead Woods.  However there are some exceptions so make sure you check with me first to make sure your house does not fall on one of the fine lines.  If you want on the lake then you want to make sure you buy right!  If you do not care about getting on the lake, then sky’s the limit with property up here!

Visit my blog on ALA and see how much the fees are to be a Lake Member.

For more info, feel free to email me so we can chat about Lake Rights and Arrowhead Woods!