Palomar Mountain News

We were promised up to seven inches overnight but I think most of us were happy with just the dusting this time. Had an early showing for my custom home listing on East Grade. It was 24 degrees when we went out to get in the truck. The door handles were frozen shut. Burrr! I was glad to have my heated sox on. (Yes, they really are nice!)

The snow line was right at Will Valley. We drove a little further and pulled in the driveway to the 77 acres. May I open the gate for a tour for YOU?

Click to see all the photos Custom Home with 77 Acres of Views.

On the way up the mountain, we stopped at Palomar Homestead. So gorgeous out with the sun sparkling on the snow. Can you believe that view from the house? It was amazing seeing Point Loma, the San Diego Skyline and Coronado Islands out there. Click for all the photos and a snow tour.

Next stop was Mountain Rose. Isn’t this the perfect snow ever?! A fun hike around the property is waiting for you here, too. Photo Tour and snow pix at Mountain Rose

Cabin-in-the-Woods is tucked away off Bailey Meadow Road. So charming and lots of snow pix added here, too. Click to see what is waiting for you at Cabin-in-the-Snow, today!

We got home to the phone ringing. An agent in Valley Center has a couple pre-approved buyers for Palomar cabins and asked to video my listings for her out of state clients. Sure, come on up! So, my cowboy side-kick took off with my keys, built a fire for us and turned on all the lights. A little while later I was back at the three listings so naturally had to take even more photos for you.

Who would like to join us for our Four Seasons of Fun on the mountain top? Your first stop is here to peek at some maps and to pour yourself a cup of hot chocolate, coffee, or a favorite tea to take along on our little tour.

Always glad to open the doors and if the cowboy is around , he’ll get a nice fire going for us.

Bonnie Phelps, Lovin’ Life as your Four Season Realtor

If your schedule is anything like ours, you have it packed full of holiday parties. How about squeezing in one more sure-to-be-fun evening? This Thursday night, Lazy H for dinner and the always-foot tapping music of Palomar’s own, Smith Mountain Band. They just may include some Christmas music this week!

5 to 8 but be sure to make reservations info@lazyh.com. You’re welcome to share tables which makes it even more fun!

Lazy H is in Pauma Valley and has some wonderful stories of all the folks who have enjoyed dining there for decades. John Wayne, Buster Keaton and Billy and Ruth Graham and many more, during the time they had homes in the valley. Well, now it can be YOU enjoying the grilled chicken or sea bass (my fav), a steak, those yummy pork chops, their homemade soups and salad dressings. As our grandson Atticus says to the waitress, “Please may we have another order of potato skins” and be sure to save room spumoni or creme brulee.

Here you go – hope to see you Thursday Night: https://lazyhranchresort.com/our-menus

Bonnie and Don

How about the potential for income from 3 units on one piece of land? Or, live in one and rent the two others? I usually don’t post our off-mountain listings but one of you just might be interested in this one. The owners lived in the main house, moved and still have the little cottage and another rental unit rented to some nice folks who would like to stay.

Nathan helped the owners update a bit, staged and listed this 2 days ago so we are promised offers tomorrow, but just in case you’d like to peek, here is a preview: Three on One in Lakeside

Glad to open the doors!

Nathan Phelps 619-576-1826

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Dreaming of a cabin for Christmas? This charmer on Bailey Meadow Road is a delight. Fine craftsmanship, open beam ceilings and (drum roll) the most enchanting bathroom on Palomar. You. Must. See! Oh, sooooo lovely!

Click for a quick peek before our storm. Should have snow photos for you in a couple days! Meanwhile, let’s connect for your tour. I’ll slip over, build a quick fire, turn on the heat and you can you’ll know… this Cabin-in-the-Woods just may be The One!

It will be so fun to meet our newest neighbors!

Bonnie Phelps, Realtor anxious for our first Snow

Cabin-in-the-Woods Photos and MLS Details

Nathan had a great day Monday. As most of you might know, Nathan is one of our two sons and is also my broker in Real Estate. He is so good at seeing potential so has some amazing before and afters of projects he has taken on and worked to see those dreams come true. This latest sale is his biggest project so far. Starting with an old tear-down, Nathan and partners, designed and built a beautiful home in Del Mar. He got in late but it was so nice to sit with him and visit a few minutes. His 24/7 project the last four years on Sunny Acres Lane closed escrow! Ahhhhhh, such a nice feeling.

When his brother, Brandon, wife Heidi and his four nieces and nephews bought their ranch next door, I was so happy Nathan took us up on living in our guest apartment. It’s been a long commute to the coast and all over the county for his listings and sales but so worth it to see those kids that call him ‘Unks’.

A couple weeks ago as Nate was running down to the flatlands, I asked what was on his agenda for the day. His house was already in escrow and he decided to surprise the buyers by planting the garden boxes – perfect timing for them to harvest and they were thrilled:

Like a peek inside? Simply click for the video tour: Sunny Acres Lane, Del Mar

What’s next for Nate? We’re all hoping to keep him close by. He does have a cabin to rehab on Crestline … but a big, beautiful world awaits! It will be exciting to see what gets his attention.

Thank you for indulging me… such a proud and thankful mom!

Bonnie Phelps, Realtor, with the best broker in the world

Save the date for Thursday night, December 16th! The Smith Mountain Boys will be back at Lazy H and I’m just wondering who will get their picture taken with the band this next time!? Many of you know Weezie, aka Louise Walls, long time Palomar neighbor. She got right in there at the last concert at Lazy H for her squeeze with the band.

Be sure to email Jack for reservations at a table. 5 to 8 pm.

Here are a couple more gigs to enjoy this month of December, from the official Band Manger, Denise Bergman:

Three years ago a call came in from Danny Freeman with Channel 7 NBC. He asked if he could interview me about my thoughts on managing our properties to be more fire safe. My answers would still be the same. Trees and brush are just like children, they grow up so fast. We’ve had tree crews up recently doing fabulous jobs to make some properties much more fire safe and for the buyers to have a much better chance to get insurance.

We have a couple great crews, licensed and insured, to get tree work and property cleanup done. Watch for a post real soon with their contact info and some great before and afters.

Meanwhile here is the video clip with a quick tour around Palomar:

https://www.nbcsandiego.com/on-air/as-seen-on/local-forest-dwellers-react-to-president_s-forest-management_san-diego/50930/

Can you pull away and meet up at Lazy H tomorrow night? That would be Thursday night, November 18th. The Smith Mountain Boys, Dutch Bergman and Bruce Druliner, are playing this Thursday, November 18th at The Lazy H Restaurant in Pauma Valley from 5-8pm. Stop by for dinner and enjoy some tunes!

Let’s do this! See YOU there?

Bonnie Phelps – ready to tap my feet and sing along!

We have a new septic company for Palomar. Recently I found myself needing to make several calls to find companies to service Palomar for a reasonable price. Thad Ostrander said put all his life savings on the line to invest in his truck and start his company “All In Pumping”. His brother is Chad is a licensed septic contractor so is available for repairs. They make a great team. Thad has been up several times now and has saved our clients some money on his service. You can save even more when you have your two lids uncovered and ready for Thad to pump.

I really admire this hard-working entrepreneur.

Call Thad at 760-533-6861

Bonnie Phelps, Realtor for all services!

Is Fall your favorite season? Mine too. Don’t you just love all the rich, beautiful colors when the leaves turn and the crisp air? Oh, and maybe it has a lot to do with the big Thanksgiving dinner ’round the table with family and friends in anticipation of the first snow.

Mountain Rose is an absolutely charming home for all Four Seasons. Simply click for the latest photos and then come on up for a tour. Lots to be thankful for on Palomar Mountain!

Bonnie Phelps, Realtor for all Seasons

At my desk: 760-742-1742

Out and About: 760-533-1742

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