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Looking for a private lifestyle….Scottsdale is the answer
July 20, 2010 by Wendy Cracchiolo · View Comments
If privacy is what you crave? You want to live in a beautiful city with everything–but live on the low-down–No Paparazzi, no media circus–just casual, elegant living…and plenty of it!
Scottsdale, Arizona has it all–gorgeous people, places and things! Visitors are always pleasantly surprised at just how modern and forward Scottsdale is. The real estate, the unbelievable shopping, golf, hiking, and no-shortage of great entertainment, including thousands of great restaurants, night clubs, spa’s, private country clubs , private fitness clubs and every other type of activity you can imagine.
Residential real estate pricing is so low compared to recent past but all the amenities are included…very much a “BUYERS MARKET”–for all different types of homes-including first time homes all the way up to the luxury market behind very private gates!!
Rock Stars, Super Models and lots of professional athletes and so many more celebrities all have homes here. They know better, because 9 months out of the year we boast temps in the 70′s, have so many golf courses–too many to count, the night life never ends….and it is so centrally located to Vegas, Los Angeles, San Diego–Dallas–Sky Harbor Airport is a very easy in and out access airport–and the very convenient and private Scottsdale Airport for easy access to those with private planes at their finger tips!
High visibility VIP’s –you know who you are –can find great escapes in Scottsdale…fly in quitely, be picked up by private transportation–shuttle to your resort style homes, see private doctors with low key recoveries….anything you may need when you don’t want the blaze of papparazi flashing away–let me show you the elegant, yet completely private lifestyle you crave when you are not performing or playing to the fans–the perfect get-away town…one stop for everything you need once you step out of the lime light
Just come take a peek….check in to one of our many spectacular resorts for a summer visit and once your rested from your busy life– let me, Wendy Cracchiolo, your Private Real Estate Specialist , with ( the green) eXp Realty www.eXprealty.com for the Scottsdale/Paradise Valley market–show you some of the most amazingly beautiful homes we currently have available on our market. Even if you are just curious, and have always wanted to explore Scottsdale, head this way and combine an amazing vacation with a very private yet exclusive real estate excursion! You pick the homes you want to see…..And I will make it happen!
www.montelucia.com, www.arizonabiltmore.com www.phoenician.com
Contact me today and I will get you started with an e-mail that links you to all the great homes that are for sale.
Wendy Cracchiolo, Private Real Estate Professional for eXp Realty
Scottsdale, Arizona 602-672-2806 wendy.c@scottsdaleparadise.com www.scottsdaleparadise.com www.phoenixpowersearch.com
What does your dream home look like?
July 13, 2010 by Wendy Cracchiolo · View Comments
What does your dream home look like? Mine looks something like this …
This is the market us dreamers have been waiting for! Scottsdale and Paradise Valley both have hundreds if not thousands of homes on the market–and one of them may be just the home you have always dreamed of! I specialize in residential real estate in both areas. My name is Wendy Cracchiolo, with eXp Realty– www.scottsdaleparadise.com
– If I were you–take this once in a lifetime opportunity in this “BUYERS MARKET” to come out for a couple days–stay at one of our many gorgeous resort hotels and look at houses with me until you find your dream home. Perhaps you find a home that is almost perfect and you need to tweek it here and there…Candelaria Design Architects can help you get it just right. Mark Candelaria has been an architect in the Valley for almost 30 years and everything he does is superb. French Country is my very favorite with a Shabby Chic-esque interiors–whatever you desire Mark and his associates can make it all perfect… www.candelariadesign.com. One of Mark’s designs is on the cover of Luxe Magazine this month http://www.luxemagazine.com/featured-homes.aspx –world class work is what you would get! Then there is Vallone Interiors–Mark says Berkely Vallone is one of the foremost designers of today–located in downtown Scottsdale. www.vallonedesign.com
-I can introduce you to a team of the masters who make homes into perfection! Contact me today so that we can make all your dreams come true!
Wendy Cracchiolo 602-672-2806 eXp Realty– Real Estate Specialist wendy.c@scottsdaleparadise.com
Cool Arizona summer nights!
July 5, 2010 by Wendy Cracchiolo · View Comments
Last night, while relaxing and enjoying a colorful display of fireworks shooting up over Camelback mountain in Paradise Valley, Arizona , I could not help but notice how cool and comfortable I was as I sat outside. Most people don’t know this about our desert summers. By day the temps can reach well into the 100′s , but so many summer evenings you can sit outside and enjoy the night air. It is one of the benefits of living in the southwest–the dry desert air holds in the cooler temps.
The rest of the year speaks for itself with its perfect weather, but if the summer appeals to you, there are sooo many beautiful homes on the market today in Scottsdale and Paradise Valley. Resort style, luxury homes with very special amentities that almost always includes a swimming pool. As well as most of the gated communities , they usually boast a gorgeous resort style pool setting, along with well maintained landscaping that just happens–no more lawn mowers and hedge clippers!! You can come and go all year long and know your home is under the watchful eye of most gated sub-divisions security detail.
If you are thinking about re-locating or want a second home–real estate pricing is at an all time low and the sellers are VERY motivated. Give me a call, Wendy Cracchiolo , your Scottsdale/Paradise Valley Real Estate Specialist , and I will e-mail you a comprehensive look at listings available in any area you desire to live in. You will not believe what your dollar can buy in these very popular, destination cities –Not too mention–it is definetly a “Buyer’s Market”!
Wendy Cracchiolo–Real Estate Professional for eXp Realty… wendy.c@scottsdaleparadise.com 602-672-2806
www.scottsdaleparadise.com or www.phoenixpowersearch.com
If shopping was a sport, Scottsdale is a race track!
July 2, 2010 by Wendy Cracchiolo · View Comments
With soo many great reasons to visit or live in Scottsdale, Arizona…SHOPPING is its best asset!
All the way up and down Scottsdale road there are thousands of stores, featured inside the many shopping centers. Kierland is one of the most beautiful outdoor malls in the vallley, with an excellent selection of stores including, J.Crew, Victoria’s Secret, Anthropology (one of my favorites) Coldwater Creek, an enormous Border’s Books and many, many more great shops. The restaurant selection is also abundant with 2 of Sam Foxs’ restaurants, The Greene House & North, a Tommy Bahamas Restaurant, Starbucks, Cold Stone Creamery and a home town favorite , Zinc Bistro. The food is always delicious–must try the french fries, and a great wine selection–Zinc Bistro reminds me of being on the Titanic–it has that turn of the century feel, with very delicious and updated cuisine.
After a long day of shopping, you can visit any number of bars and restaurants, enjoy the cool air conditioning, rest your feet and spend some quality time while enjoying some good eats and drinks!
Across the street from Kierland, you will find a brand new, very fun and funky outdoor mall called the Scottsdale Quarter http://www.scottsdalequarter.com/ I really love this new mall because it is home to the international clothing retailer H&M, one of my favorites, and then West Elm and William Sonoma Home–2 amazing home furnishing stores , one high end and one for the first time home buyer (West Elm is very similar to the Ikea look and feel ) that are brought to us by the same corporation as the Williams Sonoma stores. With plans for up to 10 chic, new restaurants. The Oakville Grocery is already a huge hit, stay for lunch or just as easily grab a gourmet meal to go!
As your real estate professional for the Scottsdale/ Paradise Valley area…make sure you make an appointment with me, Wendy Cracchiolo, with eXp Realty, to preview some of the most beautiful homes that are flooding our market and the prices have never been so low. Great selection and very motivated sellers!
Wendy Cracchiolo 602-672-2806 wendy.c@scottsdaleparadise.com www.scottsdaleparadise.com www.phoenixpowersearch.com
Arizona is for lovers!
July 1, 2010 by Wendy Cracchiolo · View Comments
It is no coincidence that Arizona became a state on Valentine’s day (February 14) in 1912! There are so many things couples can do for relaxation and entertainment while in Arizona. Don’t forget–only an hour flight to jet up to Vegas and make it legal! From in town to all across the state–Arizona boasts the Grand Canyon, Canyon de Chelly, Lake Powell, the Petrified Forest (not scary at all!! lol) and little hide away towns like the ultra romantic Sedona, the artys-fartsy Jerome, the totally cool and comfortable Flagstaff, and the low-key Tucson, among many other towns and cities in Arizona you don’t want to miss!
All the luxury hotels offer the best in spa services–have you and your partner ever enjoyed side by side massages in your hotel room? Now that is a treat! Men just need to get their first pedicure and they are hooked–ask the ladies–we know this secret! Just pamper yourselves silly by day and go enjoy the incredible night life Scottsdale and all the other cities around have to offer!
Looking for a beautiful home to start your life together or to upgrade the home you already have, perhaps too small or need a pool?…contact your Scottsdale/Paradise Valley real estate professional–Wendy Cracchiolo–let me show you around the area. Give me a call or send me a text and I can give you all the info you need to start loving Arizona too!
Wendy Cracchiolo eXp Realty–602-672-2806 wendy.c@scottsdale paradise.com www.scottsdaleparadise.com or www.phoenixpowersearch.com
Lake Powell, The Grand Canyon and Sedona–just to show you a few of the most gorgeous scenic destinations Arizona has to offer.
Scottsdale invented HOT!!
June 29, 2010 by Wendy Cracchiolo · View Comments
When I think of HOT cities, Scottsdale always comes to mind. The land that offers the best of everything with its endless supply of activities and entertainment!! With the new market, where home prices have dropped 40% or more since 2007–even Real Estate can be bought at “HOT” prices. Families love Scottsdale too–because there is always something fun to do for everyone!
Also, don’t forget–Scottsdale is only an hour flight to Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Diego and Santa Fe! Not only is it the best destination in the Southwest- people are never disappointed when they call Scottsdale, Arizona home.
Check in with me, Wendy Cracchiolo, your local Scottsdale -Paradise Valley Real Estate Professional–and I will give you the complete tour–and why not check out the incredible deals on residentialreal estate–or even a second home for those gorgeous winter months that always feel like springtime–a getaway from super cold and blustery climates–you know who I am talking about!
And I haven’t even mentioned GOLF! My favorite 4 letter word! Golf is my passion ( well, next to my kids of course) The variety of great golf courses in and around Scottsdale is mind boggling for the avid golfer–the hardest part about the game is figuring out which course to play on everyday! And the bars and restaurants after 18 holes! My favorite is City Hall–Maestro’s amazingly delicious steak house in old town Scottsdale–walking distance from all the sexy hotels–ie: The W, Valley Ho, Phoenician–so you can party it up & dance the night away until 2 am on weekends and walk back to your hotel–no holding back in Scottsdale!
Don’t let this HOT city go unnoticed one more season!! Call or write to me– wendy.c@scottsdale paradise.com www.scottsdaleparadise.com 602-672-2806
Scottsdale is always a destination!!
June 29, 2010 by Wendy Cracchiolo · View Comments
Year around Scottsdale welcomes visitors–during the cool months, there are so many activities indoors and out! Summertime means excellent low rates at the finest resorts in the country. People can enjoy poolside relaxation, spa’s, shopping, great night life, restaurants, dancing and so much more—Scottsdale is a year round fantastic destination!
Scottsdale has destinations from McDowell Road way up North as far as the eye can see….thousands of restaurants, fun-brand new restaurants, so many new ones I cannot keep up! Sexy-night clubs where you can dance “til 2 am, boating, hiking!
While you are visiting Scottsdale or make it your reason to visit make sure you take a good look at residential real estate–especially the luxury market–it is overflowing with incredible dream homes with tons of amenities and views….and the pricing is at all time historic lows and sellers are motivated.
Give me a call–Wendy Cracchiolo eXp Realty, 602-672-2806 www.scottsdaleparadise.com
So many reasons to live in Scottsdale
June 16, 2010 by Wendy Cracchiolo · View Comments
Great family environment and lifestyle, golf, hiking, shopping and entertainment and most importantly beautiful homes being sold at all time low pricing–even in the luxury market! 
Montelucia, Scottsdale Area’s Newest Resort
February 27, 2010 by Vicki Botkin · View Comments
Looking for a great place to stay while visiting the Scottsdale/Phoenix area? Look no further than the InterContinental Montelucia Resort & Spa www.icmontelucia.com . It is the areas newest resort. Featuring 243 guest rooms, 39 1-and 2-bedroom suites and 3 presidential suites, the resort is inspired by the history, the villages, and hills of Spain’s Andalusia region. This exquisite community of resort, private villas, spa, pools and restaurants reminds you of a European town square with arching entryways and splashing fountains. The resort is comprised of luxuriously-appointed guest rooms, a two-story, 31,000 square foot destination spa, and many wedding, event and meeting options – all at the foot of picturesque Camelback Mountain.
Pamper yourself in the Joya Spa which has Arizona’s only authentic Hammam.
Joya Spa boasts:
- 19 luxurious treatment rooms
- Lavish lounge areas for socializing or personal reflection, depending on your mood
- A private rooftop pool terrace — complete with cabanas and spectacular views
- A top-of-the-line fitness center with group exercise motion studio and a refreshing juice bar
Indulge yourself at Crave for coffee, gelato,wine and more or relax at MBar with your favortie cocktail. Prado Restaurant, Montelucia’s signature restaurant, is located in the heart of the resort and is filled with relaxed elegance. Prado features the freshest seafood, meats, and produce that are cooked on a grill over a wood-burning fire. Prado also offers an extensive wine selection, featuring King Ferdinand’s private wine collection.
Call me for all your real estate needs and/or questions about our area
Vicki Botkin
vicki.botkin@exprealty.com
480-213-4880
ARIZONA GETS READY FOR SPRING TRAINING
February 26, 2010 by Vicki Botkin · View Comments
BATTER UP!! Arizona is gearing up for Spring Training! Whether you are visiting the area or a local resident there’s no better way to enjoy a hot dog and watch a game at one of 11 stadiums in 9 different cities. The Cactus League welcomes a new team to the area this year, the Cincinnati Reds. Did you know the Cactus League estimates that fans contributed more than $350M to Arizona’s economy in 2009? For more information visit www.cactusleague.com
While you are visiting, enjoy the scenic landscape of the Sonoran Desert, the outdoor activities such as golf (www.golfnow.com ) or biking, or take in a cultural event such as the Phoenix Symphony (www.phoenixsymphony.org ).
There are over three dozen luxurious resorts throughout the valley to make your stay an unbelievable experience.
And if you can’t bear the thought of returning to dreary winter weather, call me to find your new AZ home.
Vicki Botkin
vicki.botkin@exprealty.com
480-213-4880
