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Rarely do these homes come available. Enter through your sunny courtyard into this single story ranch home. Light and bright with lots of windows. Semi open floor plan with many different areas for gathering. Roomy bedrooms with views of the courtyard and backyard help to create a peaceful setting. If you enjoy outdoor living and entertaining then this private sunny backyard was made just for you. Tons of privacy whether you are in the courtyard inside the home or the backyard! Easy stroll to tennis courts and Almaden Golf and Country Club. Current owners have a family membership for the swim and racket club so no need to be on a waiting...

Having a stick-built home constructed provides you with a whole new house to move into that has the features and design you want. While these homes offer several benefits over purchasing existing homes, it’s important to make sure the stick-built home construction process is done right. Otherwise, you could end with regrets about your new home in terms...

If you’re interested in sustainability, aquatic life and gardening, you might consider aquaponics with fish. Aquaponics combines methods from hydroponic gardening and aquaculture to create a symbiotic environment in your home fish tank. To learn more about aquaponics, here is a basic guide to help: How it works Aquaponic systems are used to cultivate fish and plants in...

This attractively updated home within the highly desired Elk Ridge Estates Community offers turnkey luxury living. With gorgeous oak hardwood floors, crown molding, and decorative baseboards throughout, you'll find stunning quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, LED lighting above and below the soft close cabinets & drawers in the kitchen. Imagine relaxing in a beautifully remodeled bathroom that is just steps from your very own spacious bedroom. Italian marble countertops, Italian porcelain tile, custom glass door, and spa shower head will make you feel like you're living on top of the world. Take in pleasing sunsets over...

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If you’ve ever wanted a trellis but haven’t found the right one, a DIY trellis might be your best option. With inexpensive materials and a simple design, you can make a sturdy and attractive trellis for climbing plants, flowers, veggies and more. Trellises can also make an excellent structural element to your yard by separating different areas or...

If you’re just getting started with landscaping, it can seem as if it has a language all its own. While landscape designers use specialized terminology to describe the ins and outs of their work, most of the important language overlaps with gardening, architecture and real estate. This means you might already know more about landscaping styles and features...

Beautiful single-level 3 bedroom/2 bathroom home with ocean peeks, located in the sunbelt of Del Rey Oaks. Tastefully upgraded kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and custom pantry cabinets. Hardwood floors carry throughout the thoughtfully laid out floor plan, including two large guest bedrooms and bathroom, laundry/mud room and primary suite. Step into the oversized primary bedroom complete with ensuite bathroom and large walk-in closet. A set of french doors open into the beautifully landscaped backyard including pavers and a newer turf yard. Complete with a one-car garage and walking distance to shops,...

Closets are an essential part of any home, but you might not have as many as you need. When you want more storage space in a bedroom, hall or other area, building a closet is an option to consider. With some basic carpentry skills, equipment and tools, you can design and build the ideal closet in any space....

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When you’re having a custom home built, you’ll get to choose the layout for different rooms, including bathrooms. Deciding on a layout for your bathrooms involves knowing how to ensure that these rooms are as functional as possible. Understanding how to choose a layout can make this decision easier to make. Consider the following tips when you need...