Palomar Mountain News

Real estate has sure been busy this week with three escrows closing. I haven’t even had a minute to post ‘Sold’ signs so this one will have to do.

The little 80 year old fixer that had half the roof blow off in a storm last summer is (finally) in the hands of a new owner.  Observatory Ridge Views might win the prize for the longest escrow in my 21 years.  We opened in August.  I’d sold it before but this time a new burdening easement surfaced. That easement gobbed up almost half of the land! Lots of work was done with title, the county, and neighbors to puzzle it out and get a clean plan of action.  Everyone was now content to move forward.  The new owners have great plans to restore and add their touches to make it a much-loved cabin once again.

A very happy couple and their daughter are moving this weekend to the Happy A-Frame in the Woods. They were up to seal wood floors yesterday and are so excited to join the full-timers here on the mountain.  Another addition to Kids Club!  Hooray!

Rusty Spurs had TWO buyers!  I first posted it on a Thursday night on Palomar Mountain News. The next day a couple drove over from Phoenix and we wrote up their offer.  They left on a trip for two weeks but had some medical issues and had to cancel – so sorry.  Moving ahead to market it again, I started with an album on Facebook.  I remembered a couple that had seen cabins up here several times had friended me last year or so.  I tagged her on the album.  That basement workshop had her husband’s name all over it!  They came to see, opened escrow and it was just confirmed a few minutes ago.

Recently we have had so much extra work done on cabins to get them ready to market and also to satisfy lenders.  Depending on the loan, some lenders do not like chipped paint, properties without a ‘permanent source of thermostat controlled heat’ or leaking roofs.  Do you need new carpet, drywall work, water heater or stove?  Does your cabin need a little love, repairs that need to happen, stuff to go away?  We have a growing list of options to get the job done.  Glad to help.

I’ve promised more new listings and they are in the works!  Owners are coming from Texas to have a last stay at their cabin, 10 acres of land is getting some road work done, another cabin is having some remodeling and a wood stove installed, a well-build, lovely view home is in the works…  please stay tuned!

Meanwhile, we are at an all-time low and many buyers waiting!  Do you have a ranch, home, cabin or land you’ve considered selling?  Let’s get your questions answered.

Happy Summer to All!

Bonnie Phelps, Realtor

In the Cities and Above the Clouds

Hope everyone had a wonderful time celebrating dads.

On our way to the city for the day, I had to pull over to take this for you.  We’re this bright, beautiful and sunny ‘island in the sky’ on the mountain.  Dipping down into the clouds the June Gloom covers most of the ‘flatlands’.  At one point, when I wished I had a sweater, I commented that it felt like rain.

Coming back up was so amazing last night.  Thick clouds and then breaking through to see the giant moon.  Just had to share.

For you folks looking to escape the over cast city these days, Palomar is the perfect place.  And, I’m always glad to open some doors for you!  Love to have you join us on the mountain top!

Bonnie Phelps

For all your Real Estate needs in the Cities and Above the Clouds

Free vintage piano with ivory keys.  Beautiful tone. Wicker double headboard, books, flower pots, and a delightful collection of sea shells. Stop by Dave and Nancy’s Sale and if they are still there, they are yours!

Wow, great job to the Palomar Clean Up Crews today!

From: Michael Pique
Sent: Saturday, June 1, 2019 11:20 AM
To: Bonnie Phelps <bonnie@bonniephelps.com>
Subject: Please mail that dumpster is full

Dumpster is full for this weekend. Next dumpster day is Saturday July 6.

When you live on a little mountain extra opportunities are always fun and a chance to meet some great mountain folks!

Let’s see, tomorrow you could load up bright and early to drop off unwanted stuff at  Dumpster Days.  Then head on over to Dave and Nancy’s yard sale!  They are planning a move to Maine and have some treasures that just might be a great find for you!  Follow the bright green signs on Crestline!

How about lunch at Mother’s Kitchen?  Great omelets on weekends. My lunch favorite would be the Nacho Supreme, and you’ve gotta have a smoothie!

For those interested in Real Estate, I always have some doors to open for you and extra keys in my pocket…

We have a brand new family that just arrived with two children, another family with one are excited to close escrow real soon. Inspections are also this week for a new couple who have finally found the perfect cabin!

New listings heading our way, too!   Let’s connect!  The trees have leafed out, rain is over for a while and Spring has arrived above the clouds. Need to get out there and take those marketing photos!

Looking forward to helping with all your real estate needs and seeing YOU ’round the mountain!

Bonnie Phelps, Realtor

We are seeing mountain lions and bobcats very often now.  Over the 20 years we have lived here, I rarely saw cats, the past couple years, it is very often.  I’ve seen several just from my desk walking up the road or across the orchard.  Those lions are protected and have no predators anymore so are really multiplying. 

Recently one was by the front door when another neighbor family arrived home.  It was pretty aggressive and didn’t want to move, finally sundered way only to return a few minutes later. 

When I saw the photo above I said out loud, “this could have been a child”. That deer is about the size of a couple dozen kids who enjoy playing outside on this beautiful mountain. Can’t be too careful.

The photo reminded me of Doc and Anne’s three mountain lions that jumped their 10 foot fence to take off with their chickens.  Glad Doc was able to grab his gun on the way out the door to defend his livestock.  Doc and Anne said they haven’t had lions in their yard since.  They think it is important to make the visit unpleasant and loud so the lions might teach their young to stay away from that diner… 

From: Mountain Neighbor – photo above

“… What an amazing picture I got on my game camera 2 days ago just 25 yards from my cabin.  Three years of clearing brush and trying to improve the habitat for deer, just to have this guy poaching on our land. Doesn’t he know it’s not deer season. He don’t care. I read a mountain lion kills a deer or other large animal every week. No wonder there are no deer around here.”

I’ve been planning on turning around the photo but it became a top priority  a few minutes ago when I saw a child hiking with his dad was attacked mid-afternoon today. Thankful the father was right there in the group of 10 people, throwing rocks.  Glad to hear the little 4 year old should recover. 

That link also mentions tips for dealing with lions.  

Bonnie Phelps

Linda Thorne <lindajthorne776@gmail.com> wrote:

The dumpster will be open Saturday form 9 AM to 1 PM and Sunday from 1 PM to 5 PM—Or until full.  There will be a sign out front when the dumpster is open and when it is full.  

Linda

Click for more info about Saturday and Sunday Dumpster Days

It’s a misty Memorial Day on Palomar. We remember the lives and honor those who have given theirs in service to our nation.

Enjoy your day with family and friends in the land of the free because of the brave.

June Dumpster Days are coming up!  Stage your stuff to be ready to roll next weekend!

From: Cecelia Borland

PALOMAR MOUNTAIN FIRE SAFE COUNCIL WILL BE OFFERING LARGE DUMPSTERS AGAIN THIS YEAR FOR COMMUNITY CLEAN-UP

June 1st and 2nd at the Fire Station

Open Saturday 9am to 1pm

Sunday 1 to 5 or until full

2 pickups full per household until noon, then all you want.

NO TIRES, PAINT, HAZMAT, ELECTRONICS, CHEMICALS, or LARGE APPLIANCES

This dumpster will be the second of six available the first weekend of the month thru October. Come early; bring your combustibles, trash, small appliances, and other rubbish that litters your yards. No charge but donations welcomed.

A few weeks ago I was heading down the mountain for a couple days away.  Some of the properties I’d been working with were sooooooo complicated.  I was looking forward to a nice break.  That cowboy of mine was off buying another horse so an invite to stay with a friend in San Diego and just play, sounded wonderful.

On the way down the grade, my phone rang. Read More…