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Best of the Hills
Blog by DeeDee Riley
El Dorado Hills, California
Welcome to my weblog! The Hills I refer to here are the foothills east of the Sacramento Valley. My inspiration for this blog came as a result of my Real Estate profession where touring homes and knowing the inventory are some of the best parts of my job. Though my predominant intention here is to tell you about the homes for sale that have wow’d me, I also want to include what I consider to be among “other bests” of living in this wonderful area. You can search by categories, by clicking on the links below, or click on a tag word under one of my postings for more blogs about that subject. The prices shown on each blog is as of the date written. I'll try and update them when time allows. Please keep in mind that sometimes the pictures don't do a home justice, but they are what the listing agent has submitted to the MLS and what I have to work with. For more pictures or information on any of these postings or for help in locating similar homes available in our area, please contact me by clicking on the “Email Me” link below. Be sure and check out My Favorite Links for more helpful sites. Blog postings with * following the name indicate that the home has been sold and is no longer available. CategoriesSubscribeRecent CommentsWhat a beautiful blog! Congratulations on some won... Great investment opportunity in Costa Rica... ArchiveFavorite LinksRealTown BlogsSite Feed |
Best of the Hills
May. 28, 2008
Categorized in: Best Finds
Tagged with: best finds, custom, el dorado hills, highland hills neighborhood, homes over 1 million dollars
May. 14, 2008
Categorized in: Best Finds
Tagged with: best finds, best values, homes over 1 million dollars, horse property, pool, shingle springs
May. 3, 2008
Categorized in: Best Finds
Tagged with: best finds, best views, custom, el dorado hills, folsom lake views, gated neighborhood, homes over 1 million dollars, pool, the summit neighborhood
Apr. 26, 2008
Categorized in: Best Finds
Tagged with: best finds, best views, el dorado hills, gated community, golf course community, homes over 1 million dollars, serrano
Apr. 15, 2008
Categorized in: Best Finds
Tagged with: best finds, custom, el dorado hills, gated community, golf community, homes over 1 million dollars, serrano
Mar. 24, 2008
Categorized in: Best Views
Tagged with: best find, best views, custom, el dorado hills, folsom lake views, gated community, homes over 1 million dollars, sacramento valley views, summit neighborhood
Mar. 10, 2008
Categorized in: Best Finds
Tagged with: acreage, best finds, best values, best views, custom, gated community, homes over 1 million dollars, horse property, sun ridge meadows
Feb. 25, 2008
Categorized in: Best Neighborhoods
Tagged with: best neighborhood, custom, el dorado hills, folsom lake views, gated community, homes over 1 million dollars, street of dreams, the summit
The Summit, El Dorado Hills, CA - This beautiful neighborhood is situated on the northern end of El Dorado Hills off Francisco Boulevard. So exquisite an area that it was chosen for the location of the 1988 Street of Dreams Home Tour for the Sacramento area. There were a few homes in there before that time but really took off in the 90's and since. There are approximately 190 home sites inside the gated community ranging in size from just over 1/3 acre to 2.33 acres and only a few of those lots remain undeveloped but tightly held by their owners. The homes range in size from just over 3000 to just under 11,000 square feet. Some of the homes towards the back of the neighborhood have Folsom Lake views adding to their gracious ambiance. Even though I feel such a sense of awe when I drive through the streets, I have always felt a friendliness too. Maybe it's the little neighborhood park and tennis courts that make me think of family. There are HOA dues of $130 per month but no Mello Roos. Currently there are 7 homes for sale in this wonderful neighborhood ranging from just under $900,000 to $1,950,000. For more information on any homes for sale here in the Summit or other developments of its quality in our area, please contact me.
Feb. 4, 2008
Categorized in: Best Finds
Tagged with: best finds, custom, el dorado hills, gated community, homes over 1 million dollars, serrano, wichert homes
Jan. 7, 2008
Categorized in: Best Views
Dec. 11, 2007
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Tagged with: best find, custom, el dorado hills, gated community, golf course community, homes over 1 million dollars, serrano
Greenview Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA - This stunning custom home, inside the guarded gates of Serrano Country Club is exquisite and grand starting at the entry. Built this year by Hudgens Construction, the 5125 square feet floor plan is well thought out with 5 bedrooms, 6 baths, an office, a library/media room, and a game room. Four of the bedrooms are suites and 3 of them are on the main level. In the large kitchen you'll find all the chef necessities. Other amenities include a 4-car garage, two covered patios, and an outdoor kitchen. The home is just getting the finishing touches including some of the landscaping but the .525 acre lot is nicely studded with native oaks. It is offered at $1,895,000. Please email me if you have an questions on this home or our wonderful foothill area.
Nov. 9, 2007
Categorized in: Best Finds
Tagged with: best find, custom, gated community, homes over 1 million dollars, horse property, milton ranch estates, shingle springs
Nov. 1, 2007
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Tagged with: best find, custom, el dorado hills, folsom lake views, gated community, homes over 1 million dollars
Oct. 19, 2007
Categorized in: Best Views
Tagged with: best finds, best views, custom, el dorado hills, homes over 1 million dollars, sacramento valley views
Sep. 23, 2007
Categorized in: Best Finds
Tagged with: best finds, best views, custom, el dorado hills, gated community, golf course community, homes over 1 million dollars, serrano
Sep. 9, 2007
Categorized in: Best Finds
Tagged with: acreage, custom, gated community, homes over 1 million dollars, milton estates, shingle springs
Jul. 28, 2007
Categorized in: Best Views
Tagged with: best finds, best views, custom, homes over 1 million dollars, ridgeview, view home in el dorado hills
El Dorado Hills, CA - As you drive east on Highway 50, and pass Folsom, you leave the Sacramento Valley floor and start into the Sierra Foothills. This is where you find El Dorado Hills, nestled between two ridges that run north and south from Highway 50 towards Folsom Lake with a valley in between. The first ridge you see is called Ridgeview. The two main streets there run the length of the ridge and the homes along them have views of the Sacramento Valley on the southern most end to views of Folsom Lake on the northern end, the lucky ones see both. The views of course all vary. Some homes have views from the front, some from the back, some see just little peaks of the view past another home. This stunning home has beautiful views of both the Sacramento city lights and Folsom Lake that you can enjoy from the places you spend most of your time, the breakfast nook, the family room, the master bedroom, the game room, the pool and spa. It was built in 2004 and superbly crafted and finished with high end materials and appliances. It has approximately 4587 square feet that includes 5 bedrooms, 4 1/2 bathroom, a bonus room, a study, and a wine storage area. Imagine sitting on the upper deck, the sun has just set, the lake's color slowly changes from blue to a golden color, and the lights start to come on across the valley. Having a view similar to this, I can tell you there is nothing like it! This best view, best find home is offered at $1,599,000. For more information or photos on this home or others like it, please call or email me. (This home sold February 06, 2008.)
Jul. 20, 2007
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Jul. 5, 2007
Categorized in: Best Views
Tagged with: best finds, best views, custom, el dorado hills, el dorado hills view home, folsom lake views, highland hills, homes over 1 million dollars, sacramento valley views, sierra views
El Dorado Hills, CA - Perched on a hilltop, this mansion sits all by itself on three beautifully landscaped acres with views of Folsom Lake, the Sacramento Valley, and the Sierra Mountains. It was built in 1987 and totally remodeled just this year. The home is approximately 10,500 square feet and includes 7 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, a poker room, a ball room, a maids quarters, and a kitchen with Viking appliances and granite counters. Outside in addition to the heated pool with swim-up seats that overlook the Lake are three covered patios and reflection ponds you see in the picture on the right. One of the covered patios contains an outdoor kitchen. For the car enthusiast there is a 20+ car garage. With 3 acres, there's still room for a tennis court or even a heliport if you so desire. It is situated in a very quiet and upscale neighborhood and though the neighborhood isn't gated, the property itself is fully fenced and has a security gate at its entrance. If this isn't enough for you, the home is professionally decorated and fully furnished as well. It is currently listed for $4,500,000.
Jun. 22, 2007
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El Dorado Hills, CA - This wonderful home sits on 1.7 acres in a cul-de-sac with only 4 other homes. It has the relaxing, tranquil feeling of being in the country but is really right here in El Dorado Hills. The house itself is also beautifully crafted. The master suite is on the first level. Here you see the spacious master bath. Upstairs are two of the bedrooms, each having its own wrought iron balcony. The back yard is just natural now but has room for a pool, sport's court, or whatever your heart desires. It is offered at $1,125,000. For more information on this home or others like it in our area, please don't hesitate to contact me. *This home sold May 6, 2008. |