Meritage Realty, Luxury Lifestyle Real Estate

Living the Good Life, The Equestrian Life, Where have all the cowboy’s gone?

2009-12-14T15:30:00.000-08:00

“Where Have All the Cowboys Gone” is the name of a song by Paula Cole. Featured in her album This Fire. The song is about a woman who for all her life dreamed of being a cowboy’s wife, having a man to protect her and share the adventures of life with her.

If you are a “cowboy or cowgirl” at heart you maybe wondering where all the horse properties have gone. In recent years, the closing of several equestrian facilities in Orange County have left the remaining stables and horse properties in high demand.

But there is hope! You can still find your dream horse property in various cities throughout Orange County such as Coto de Caza, Orange Park Acres, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, San Juan Capistrano, Trabuco Canyon, Modjeska Canyon, Silverado Canyon, Newport Beach, Brea, Villa Park, Anaheim Hills, and North Tustin. All have properties zoned for equestrian use and/or adjacent stables and boarding facilities.

Take Coto de Caza for instance. This census-designated place (CDP) and guard-gated private community in Orange County began in 1968 when it was envisioned as a hunting lodge. “Coto de Caza” is Spanish for “Hunt Reserve” and implies that the reserve is private. The community is adjacent to Thomas F. Riley Wilderness Park which is open to the general public and features oak groves, sycamores, and creeks. It offers 6 miles of equestrian trails for the horse enthusiast. Within the gates of Coto de Caza you will find boarding, equestrian properties, and trails. This area is a horse lovers dream. Currently there are 17 equestrian properties for sale between $1.7 and $13.9 million.

Features Property:

Los Ranchos Estates, Tuscan villa, Coto de Caza $13,900,000

6 Bedroom, 8 Bathroom, 10,526 Sq ft

MLS #S534657

TRULY MAGNIFICENT MASTERPIECE! The Italian countryside villas throughout Tuscany inspired this one of kind Tuscan villa. Spread over approx. 2 & 3/4 acres of lush grounds incl. 17 mature olive trees & other fruit producing trees. This exquisite gated tennis court estate offers a grand main house, pool house & separate guest apt. Enter through the hand carved entry doors into the foyer w/antique terra cotta mosaic inlaid dome ceiling & hand carved marble columns imported from Portugal. A gourmet chef's dream kitchen w/barrel rolled 2 story ceiling w/terra cotta Italian pavers, two center islands, 3 Sub Zeros. There is also a huge great room w/chandelier from the Forbes estate, fireplace, home entertainment center, bar & disappearing sliding doors opening to backyard, as well as a Billiard room w/full bar. Unbelievable master suite & bath w/custom carved marble tub. Gorgeous backyard pool, bronze fountain & hand carved marble gazebo. Features: limestone & wood flooring, Venetian plastered walls & too many more.

I think a cowboy and cowgirl could make a nice family life here!

If you have a dream of living an equestrian lifestyle and don’t have several million dollars available, no worry! Orange County/adjacent has horse property currently available under a million! Today’s market provided access to this county treasure for a bargain price!

Equestrian:

The Capistrano Valley is a horse lover’s paradise with many stables to choose from just minutes from home with miles of trails to explore. Equestrian Estates with full riding arenas, barns and tack rooms, many situated with incredible hill top panoramic views offer the perfect town and country lifestyle.

The Oaks Blenheim Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park , located in San Juan Capistrano, is the home of World Class Show jumping Events and hosted the Equestrian Olympic Trials.

The following stables are in San Juan Capistrano and have excellent facilities.

Ortega Equestrian Center 949-240-2335
Mission Trails Stables 31053 949-493-5567
Rancho Sierra Vista Equestrian Center 949-661-3867
Rio Vista Stables 28332 Ortega Highway Office 949-496-2072
Sycamore Trails Stables 949-661-1755
Tar Farms 949-489-9034

Buying a home is one of the most important decisions you will make. A Decision this important should not be made without proper prior planning. That is why we coordinate the appropriate financial professionals to strategically create a real estate plan that empowers you to make the best decision for your financial future. At Meritage Realty, Inc. it is our mission is to provide you with blended expertise using a team of financial professionals to strategically plan for Real Estate objectives while offering you superior Real Estate services t o achieve maximum results.

We work hard innovating new strategies to optimize your real estate objectives. Meritage Realty is Southern California’s Leading Luxury Lifestyle Realtors. We look forward to providing you with superior real estate services and achieving maximum results. Contact us today for your Luxury Lifestyle Real Estate needs within the Orange County Area.

Living the Good Life - The Country Club/Golf Lux Lifestyle in Orange County

2009-12-01T00:35:00.000-08:00

The Good Life can be uniquely defined by each individual who lives within it, but The Lux Lifestyle has an affluent style all it’s own. The affluent or those who reside in the upper echelon have the means to acquire many of life’s Luxury presents. From Real Estate, Property, Homes, Jewelry, Cars, Yachts, Services and even access to people.

Those that require a lifestyle of living the Good Life – The Lux Lifestyle desire the freedom to select the finest things in the world. Most affluent individuals are either born into or acquire the most refined taste, which is the signature of great wealth.

Owning Real Estate can offer individuals who require to Live the Good Life, instant access to the lifestyle they choose to live in. Orange County offers many properties and communities that will enhance the Good Life. This week we are featuring The Good Life, Country Club - Golf Lifestyles.

Essentials to the Country Club - Golf Lifestyle

The Country Club Lifestyle can include some of the best golf experiences your money can buy — from real estate, property, and rounds at top courses to the finest gear. Here is a few items that should be on your wish list if you're an affluent golfer or a Powerball lottery winner.

Hummer H3 Golf Cart - What could go better with your new mansion in a golf community? You'll be driving the first proportionally correct golf car styled after the famous gas-guzzler. Features include 15-inch custom-built wheels, an aluminum I-beam chassis, a genuine Hummer chrome grill, headlights, fog lights, and turn signals, for when you detour off the fairway. Plus it will seat your entire foursome. You can add options like a DVD entertainment system, running boards or leather interior for about $40,000, but at that stage you might as well buy a real one. Price Tag: Starting at $18,875

Louis Vuitton Golf Bag - This is the only time you can buy Louis Vuitton for someone other than your wife and not be accused of having an affair. Made from the company's Damier Geant monogrammed canvas it features a cowhide base and handle, a padded canvas-and-cowhide shoulder strap, a travel cover and six departments for all your other trinkets. Plus, they throw in four complimentary Louis Vuitton tees. Price tag: $9,050

Maruman 2007 Majesty Prestigio Irons - This Japanese company claims to have developed the first metal wood (Taylor Made would disagree), but they can certainly claim the priciest set of irons you've never heard of. Their flagship range is the Majestic Series, which features the Prestigio men's iron set, made from a combination of stainless and maraging steel that has been strengthened from the previous model to minimize energy loss at impact. And since you're spending so much, you might as well get the 2007 Majesty Prestigio Driver ($2,499) and a Fairway Wood ($1,750). Price Tag: $6,400

Here are some Orange County Luxury Golf Properties:

Pelican Hill Golf Club - http://www.pelicanhill.com

Aliso Creek Inn & Golf Course, Laguna Beach - http://www.alisocreekinn.com

Black Gold Golf Club, Yorba Linda - http://www.blackgoldgolf.com

St Regis Resort & Golf Links, Monarch Beach - http://www.stregismb.com

Tustin Ranch Golf Course, Tustin Ranch - http://www.tustinranchgolf.com

2009-09-21T09:19:00.001-07:00

What Luxury Lifestyle do you live?

2009-09-02T14:04:00.000-07:00

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