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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
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
Scottsdale Paradise!
August 10, 2009 by Brian Culhane · View Comments
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