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Alain Pinel Realtors/Relocation, Carmel Lifestyle, Community Events

Yes, there really is a Knight in Shining Armor in Carmel-by-the-Sea! Come to the Carmel Canine Cottages Competition

 

Fairytale Castle by Jeff Crockett Bldg & Design and J. Stepanek Construction
Fairytale Castle by Jeff Crockett Bldg & Design and J. Stepanek Construction

Carmel Canine Cottages Competition August 13th-16th at Alain Pinel Realtors 10-4pm in Carmel on Junipero between 5th & 6th          Benefit for the SPCA

I know many of us as young girls dreamed of meeting a knight in shining armor (or maybe even being a damsel in distress) and being whisked away to his castle on horseback – do you think our doggie friends have similar dreams?  During “Car Week” which is just beginning Alain Pinel Realtors decided to do something different.  Local architects, designers, and builders were invited to imagine and create “Canine Cottages” in different architectural designs pairing our love of both homes and our pets.

"The Tudor" designed by Helen Okada and built by Jim Yates Construction
“The Tudor” designed by Helen Okada and built by Jim Yates Construction

These “doghouse masterpieces” are being auctioned off at Alain Pinel Realtors through Tuesday August 16th via a Silent Auction manned by SPCA volunteers.  All monies collected go to the SPCA to help fund their efforts in caring for animals and currently they are very busy attending to animals misplaced by the Big Sur fire keeping them fed and safe and providing homes.

SPCA event chair (on right) and a volunteer
SPCA event chair (on right) and a volunteer

Today’s young women aren’t into fairytales so much so perhaps a more modern theme would work for today’s modern pooch!

Contemporary designed by Sterling -Huddelson & constructed by Carrol & Strong Builders, Inc.
Contemporary designed by Sterling -Huddelson & constructed by Carrol & Strong Builders, Inc.

You can bid on these Canine Cottages from 10am-4:00pm from Saturday August 13th – Tuesday August 16th.  Then on Tuesday from 4:00pm-7:00pm there will be a grand reception at Alain Pinel Realtors  where the Best of Show will be awarded and the results of the Silent Auction will be announced.  Don’t miss this event of the Season! Entry fee is $50 ~ all proceeds benefit the SPCA.

Green/Smart home designed by Jeselnick architect & construction by Hare Construction
Green/Smart home designed by Jeselnick architect & construction by Hare Construction

Then for the thoroughly modern and politically correct pooch we have the Green/Smart home complete with a natural roof and fountain.

Jeselnick Architect & Hare Construction
Jeselnick Architect & Hare Construction

 

Colonial by Bakker Construction - modeled from a historic home in Pacific Grove
Colonial by Bakker Construction – modeled from a historic home in Pacific Grove

Our Monterey Peninsula is filled with history and historic homes and this next doggie abode has a history of its own.  It is a colonial design and patterned off a real historic home in Pacific Grove on Central Avenue that was remodeled by Bakker Construction.

Doggie treats and playthings in the lid.
Doggie treats and playthings in the lid.
Note the side door entrance for our doggie.
Note the side door entrance for our doggie.

Ok, I guess you are all wondering which is my favorite? What can I say, I’m a “fairytale/castle girl”!

Susan Clark, Alain Pinel Realtors admiring the Castle.
Susan Clark, Alain Pinel Realtors admiring the Castle.

Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to help the SPCA and have fun at our grand reception!  Tickets available at our offices or online.

And, if you should need a home yourself?  Call me!

Susan Clark, Alain Pinel Realtors 831-320-6801

 

 

Golf on the Monterey Peninsula, Homes for Sale, Luxury Homes, Ocean view and Golf properties, Purchasing a home

Country Club West, Pebble Beach CA ~ Stop the Car and Look at this View!

 

YOU ARE INVITED

TO AN OPEN HOUSE AT 3044 CORMORANT ROAD, PEBBLE BEACH ~ OFFERED FOR SALE FOR $4,800,000

Listed by Alain Pinel Realtors

Open House Saturday Jan 9th/Sunday Jan 10th 1:00 – 4:00pm

Views from 3044 Cormorant Road, Pebble Beach CA

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Experience panoramic ocean and golf course views from this fabulous *Mark Mills mid-century modern design on a premium front line Pebble Beach location in Country Club West.  Enjoy it as it is or create your own dream home in this amazing location.

Living room with fireplace.
Three bedrooms, three baths 2,558 square feet.  2-car garage  ~~ Lot size  9,400 SF

Golf course and ocean views.
Golf course and ocean views.

Country Club West in Pebble Beach  is known for its exquisite ocean views and  sprawling greens delighting golfers, ocean lovers, runners, cyclists, surfers, and dog walkers.  The seemingly endless coastline is level and great for long strolls smelling the sea air and listening to the crashing surf.  And the sunsets are . . . AWESOME.

Monterey Peninsula Shore course
Monterey Peninsula Country Club Shore course
Aerial view!
Aerial view!

Come by my Open House this weekend to view this amazing property or Call Susan to set up a special showing at 831-320-6801.  I love finding the perfect home for my clients in Pebble Beach so call me and we’ll find your dream home!

View from 3044 Cormorant Road, Pebble Beach CA
View from 3044 Cormorant Road, Pebble Beach CA

*Mark Mills was an American architect who worked during the latter half of the 20th century. He apprenticed for Frank Lloyd Wright at Taliesin West from 1944-1948. Wikipedia

Community Events, Holidays

Ringing that Bell in Carmel CA!

Susan Clark ringing the bell for the Salvation Army in Carmel-by-the-Sea at the Post Office.
Susan Clark ringing the bell for the Salvation Army in Carmel-by-the-Sea at the Post Office.

What a great way to start a morning!  This Thursday morning was “Realtor Day” and as an Alain Pinel Realtors’ volunteer, I took my place in front of the Carmel-by-the-Sea Post Office and rang the bell for donations for the Salvation Army.  People were so nice and so generous I decided this was something I would like to do every year.  Holiday time is a time to have gratitude for all the blessings we have and to be generous to others who are in need.  The Salvation Army helps those in need year round.  Many people stopped to chat.  Some told me they used to ring the bell themselves and one woman told me how the Salvation Army had helped her when she was in need as she stuffed my kettle with bills.

Good morning!, Happy Holidays! Merry Christmas! Thank you! kept flying out of my mouth.  By the end of the two hours I was on a “holiday high”!  See you next year at this time . . . I’ll be ringing my bell!

Salvation Army Web site
Salvation Army Web site

The Salvation Army has been working together with the Monterey Peninsula community for over 130 years. Through their various programs they provide services to the homeless, low-income families, and youth of all ages and run a holiday assistance program each Thanksgiving and Christmas.
The Salvation Army currently has representation in 124 different countries worldwide, in addition to nearly 8,000 centers of operation across the United States.

Community Events, Monterey Peninsula Cities

Another Successful WCR Fashion Show/Fundraiser in Pebble Beach

“Escape into the forest”

Susan Clark modeling Ericka Engelman Couture
Susan Clark modeling Ericka Engelman Couture

An amazing crowd gathered at the Inn at Spanish Bay in Pebble Beach September 18th to enjoy a Fashion Show Fundraiser “Escape into the forest” sponsored by the Women’s Council of Realtors, Monterey Peninsula.   A participant’s ticket included a champagne reception, a  fantastic lunch, a wide array of silent and live auction items to choose from and an incredible fashion show.  The fundraiser benefited the Housing Resource Center and the WCR Education Fund.  WCR is known for putting on the best fashion show on the Monterey Peninsula and they did not disappoint anyone modeling clothes from Ms. Fabulous, Biba, The Boutique, Nest, Heart Beat Boutique, Carried Away, Coast Carmel, Ericka Engelman Couture, Men’s Wearhouse, and Patrick James.  The models are not professional models ~ they come from the real estate industry and are your favorite realtors, Title Company representatives, Lenders, etc.   But, for this one day, they are runway models on a catwalk!

Backstage at the fashion show
Backstage at the fashion show

I get asked, “What is it like being backstage at the fashion show getting ready?”  Well . . .  crazy, amazing, and fun!  Brian and his team from Oye Hair Salon in Monterey worked on our hair, Blush, a makeup studio in Monterey applied makeup and the models all prepared their clothes  by unzipping zippers and unbuttoning buttons to make those fast changes possible — that is when we weren’t posing for photos!

Modeling Ericka Engelman Couture
Modeling Ericka Engelman Couture

On a personal note I loved modeling Ericka Engelman Couture.  She is an incredible designer and creates very unique designs.  She does  a thriving bridal business, but is now venturing into a ready to wear line.  For a fascinating wardrobe, give Ericka a call.

To put on a successful event of this scale is a large undertaking.  We want to thank all of our wonderful sponsors, silent/live auction donors, our clothiers, our hair and makeup salons, our models, our dressers, our tuxedo clad greeters,  and our Fashion Show Committee led by the two co-chairs,  Sandra Schirmer and Carol Duncan.  It is a thrill to raise money for a good cause and at the same time provide a fantastic venue for many to enjoy!