Luxury Real Estate

Courtesy of: Amanda Nickerson of Roche Realty

High End Home sales on Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire have been gaining momentum since August 2009, showing an upward trend since the financial market meltdown in the Fall of 2008. Statistics from the Northern New England Real Estate Network indicated there were a total of 77 properties sold on Lake Winnipesaukee in 2009; 26 of those waterfront sales sold for over $1-million dollars. In the last half of 2009, approximately 20 of the 26 million dollar waterfront sales sold, showing a substantial improvement in the market.

In November of 2009, Roche Realty Group, Inc. made a record sale of the highest recorded sale on Lake Winnipesaukee at a price of $7,800,000.00. The listing and sale of this property was made from the combined efforts of John Goodhue, PK Zyla and Nancy Williams. According the John Goodhue, the listing agent of this spectacular property, “the property included 8.3 acres with 1,500ft of sandy shorefront on Meredith Bay. The property also included a remarkable stone boathouse, a primary residence and a beautiful stone and wrought iron wall surrounding the compound”. PK Zyla and Nancy Williams also commented “this was one of the finest parcels of land on Lake Winnipesaukee, with a huge sugar sand beach and offered dramatic sunsets”.

Roche Realty Group, Inc. officials indicated the 26 waterfront sales, well in excess of $1 million this year is the best indicator of strong optimism for the Lakes Region’s economy. Winnipesaukee is a nationally known drawing card for the region, with its 72sq. miles of water, 274 islands and almost 625 billion gallons of crystal clear water.

By Katie Schaffer and Ann Lindemann

Lake Tahoe, Nev. (April 2, 2009) – Intriguing floating glass stairs beautifully unite multiple levels of a recently built home located in a North Shore neighborhood that epitomizes “Old Tahoe.”

“The floating glass stairs set the tone of this lovely home,” explains Trinkie Watson, Chase International broker and listing agent. “It’s a unique design element, but yet it’s not too extreme. The glass steps are 1-1/8”textured and tempered glass built to support 100 pounds per square inch.”

Designed and built by Gilanfarr & Associates Architecture, this Cinderella-worthy 3,625-foot home is situated in Crystal Bay, Nev. Additionally, it’s just a short walk down to the lake or to nearby gaming, dining and entertainment.

Fellow listing broker and listing agent Kerry Donovan notes the home’s location is ideal.

“Somers Loop is in one of the oldest developments at Lake Tahoe,” Donovan says. “This is classic Tahoe with an eclectic mix of cottages and grand estates surrounded by stunning natural landscape and lake and mountain views.”

Watson agrees adding that the neighborhood, which features stately cedars and huge boulders, has the feel of parts of the lake’s West Shore.

“This is perfect for folks who love that West Shore feeling, but want the benefits of Nevada property ownership,” Watson explains. “It really takes one back to the old days of small vacation cabins and the highlife at the Cal Neva and the Northshore Club.

Augmenting the home’s glass steps, an elevator provides convenient access to each level. The multi-level plan includes a great room on the upper level with a stunning stone-enclosed gas fireplace, deck and powder room. Additionally, the thoughtfully laid out kitchen features a six-burner Bertazzoni stove with two ovens and a wok unit; a microwave, two sinks, stainless steel refrigerator/freezer and a walk-in pantry.

A few glass steps away, the master bedroom is on its own level. This sanctuary includes a fireplace and a bathroom providing spa-like amenities. Down one more glass level, are two guest rooms, laundry room and full bath. The next level offers a two-car garage (with entry from the street level) and below that are a family room, additional bedroom and bath. On the lowest level is the theater/media room.

Watson adds the house abounds with high-quality finishing touches including black slate floors, 100 percent wool bedroom carpeting and tall doors that reflect the home’s high ceilings. Interior finishes include selections of granite enhanced with coordinating glass tiles and plenty of windows and glass door inserts that fill this home with warm Sierra sunshine.

The 30 Somers Loop home is offered at $2,895,000. For more information on 30 Somers Loop, contact Trinkie Watson at 800.783.0722 or email twatson@chaseinternational.com. Also, contact Kerry Donovan at 866.831.8999 or email kdonovan@chaseinternational.com.

Headquartered in Lake Tahoe, Nevada since 1986, with eight offices in the region (Zephyr Cove, Glenbrook, Incline Village, Tahoe City, Squaw Valley, Truckee, South Lake Tahoe and Reno) and one in London, England, Chase International and its exclusive affiliations handles a large share of the country’s property. A recognized leader in the world of real estate, Chase International has once again taken the reins of cutting edge technology by launching www.ChaseNation.com, the first interactive social networking website created by a real estate brokerage as a vehicle for direct interaction with consumers online.

With more than 140 professional Realtors® boasting an array of industry certifications and the highest volume per sales agent in the area, Chase International successfully represents homes at all price levels. For more information about Chase International visit www.chaseinternational.com.