POOL SAFETY — AND WHY IT MATTERS A HEALTH PSA FOR ARIZONA HOMEOWNERS LISA’S TOP 4 PICKS FOR LOCAL VACATIONS Looking for a Cool Weekend Getaway?
Flagstaff Want to go even higher? Flagstaff sits at 7,000 feet and, located in the high country mountains of northern Arizona, Flagstaff’s four seasons are phenomenal. The summer often sits in the low 80s with sapphire skies, and the fall offers panoramic views of reds, yellows and purples amidst the enormous ponderosa pine forest. You will even receive 108 inches of snow in the winter if you would like a snowy weekend for the holidays. Munds Park A hidden gem in Northern Arizona — just 20 miles south of Flagstaff — you will find a beautiful small town with a gorgeous 18- hole championship golf course and plenty of forest with every outdoor activity you can imagine! This option is perfect for any family, but if you love golfing, you do not want to pass up this one.
Pinetop-Lakeside Just like the name implies, you will never get enough of this town’s breathtaking forest and lakeside views. In winter, frozen lakes and streams become calls to adventure for anglers, boaters, and hikers alike. In spring, the green landscape blooms into colorful wildflowers. Yet, even into summer, you will find patches of snow among the colorful views of over 50 alpine lakes, and 800 miles of cold, crystal-clear rivers and springs. If you love water, forests, and getting away to a locale at 6,804 feet, I highly recommend it! If you are looking to purchase a cabin or vacation home, I can help you get started! Over the years, I have built relationships with many agents who are local experts in these high elevation cities. Give me a call and I will connect you with one of them!
When the Valley heats up in the summer, people take off to the high country of Northern Arizona for some reprieve. Truth be told, a weekend vacation is often a perfect break for many busy homeowners. Even an hour or two is enough to drive to some truly gorgeous, local getaways. Here are a few of my favorites. Prescott After being in the desert, you might want to spend time in a lush, cool forest for a while. Prescott is the perfect answer! At an elevation of 5,200 feet and an average temperature of 70 degrees F, Prescott sits in one of the largest ponderosa pine forests in America. Although small in size, this town offers a ton of options for activities, including horseback riding, golfing, kayaking, fishing, hiking, camping, mountain biking, sampling local breweries, and more!
–Lisa Jones
MAKE THE MOST OF EVERY NOOK AND CRANNY As people spend more time in their houses, the boundaries between home, work, and leisure are blurred more than ever, which can impact mood and productivity. No matter where you live — a single-family suburban home or a one-bedroom apartment — you want to squeeze as much function as you can in an existing space. These tactics will help you get the most out of your abode. Fold it away. One of the first steps in creating more space is to utilize multifunctional furniture. These are pieces that can fold and free up floor space when they are not in use, or they can even transform into another piece of useful furniture. Instead of using a free-standing desk, you can go with a fold-away desk that disappears into your wall or can easily be hidden in a storage area or under the bed. There are also tables that transform and expand when needed. You can look into using a Murphy bed that folds into the wall, as they come with built-in storage options to keep extra bedding, clothes, shoes, and other space-hogging items.
Consider combining rooms. If you have an open-floor plan, combining rooms is a great way to make the most of the existing space. Combining rooms like the dining room and kitchen is ideal for social gatherings in one area where no one is cut off from the crowd while cooking. Another combination is a bedroom closet and office into a “cloffice.” A few shelves and a chair can morph a closet into a great office workplace, and you can even tuck it behind a curtain when not in use. You can also use this technique in an empty corner of a room. When creating a multifunctional area, you are not dividing the room in half. Instead you are allocating your space according to your usage needs. You can really use every nook and cranny of your home to your advantage, and you will have plenty of room for more activities.
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