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Ocean Front Balcony Maui Marriott Vacation Rental Book Early!

Posted by Sheri Sperry On June 8, 2016

Maui Marriott Vacation Rentals
Marriott – Ka’anapali Beach – OCEAN FRONT Guest Room

Maui Marriott Vacation Club Rentals is a dream vacation spot especially during the winter months. This week it will be in the mid to high 70ºs. The whales are here. They will continue to migrate and reach a peak population in the last week of January thru the beginning of March. You can see these whales from your Ocean Front guest room which includes a balcony especially in the AM because of the angle of the sun. It is best to bring your binoculars. They will get a lot of use!

This resort sits on Ka’anipali Beach voted #2 in the USA by TripAdvisor (Travelers’ Choice Awards for 2014).

My particular 2 bedroom oceanfront condo has been rented out for 2017.

Right now this resort is almost sold out for the two weeks I have available, but you can take advantage of a smoking hot deal for a Maui Marriott Vacation rental today!

Please note the rates for the hotel go up January 31st. See prices and amenities below the pictures. You can verify these prices by clicking the link above and checking the daily rate for an OCEAN FRONT guest room. Be aware that the prices may continue to rise as availablility becomes slim or you may not see a price because the room is sold out.

Check out my “smokin hot” deal below the pictures! If nothing else, please enjoy the pictures. This is one of my favorite vacation spots and I want to share it with you. I have over 50 weeks of vacation time on the islands and consider Maui my second home. Let me know if you have any questions. Aloha!

I toke all the pictures and 14 of these are of the Marriott Resort.

Every day there are picture perfect sunsets!

Night view from Lanai Wing of the Maui Marriott Vacation Club – Ocean Front Balcony

Whale watching is one of the best experiences while you relax. You don’t even need to get on a boat, but I recommend the experience.

Exquisite dining experience at Mamma’s Fish House (not associated with Maui Marriott). This is an expensive meal but you can afford it with all the money you saved on your room! Go for lunch, it is a less expensive and you can enjoy the daylight views.

More beaches to explore – looking northwest Molokai – Kahana Beach area

Many lagoon style areas to enjoy the main pool. There are 3 pools for your use on the property.

A great water play area with pirate ship for the little ones. The water is very shallow in this sand pool.

Pool lounge facing Lanai

Lounge facing the main pool

Lush grounds to enjoy in winter!

Another great sunset view from your OCEAN FRONT room!

What is the “pinch me deal”?

Please scrutinize the Maui Marriott price schedule for the last week of January. Unfortunately, there are no Ocean Front rooms available to compare pricing the first week of February. This is the current published room rate. Once the Ocean Front Guest Rooms are sold out. It will be removed from the list you see in the schedule.

As you can see, the room rate for a OCEAN FRONT ROOM is $469 a night or $3,283 a week.

For 2 weeks, you would pay $6,566.

As of right now, you can’t get an OCEAN FRONT ROOM for a full two weeks. Unless you rent my room which is already reserved.

Check out the amenities for each room below – this is a pinch me deal for Maui during this season.

Maui Marriott Guest Room Amenities

Screen the Maui Marriott Website for more details and pictures of the resort.

Maui Marriott website

Call Sheri Sperry for additional details 928-274-7355

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Disclosure: This is a personal transaction. I am a licensed Realtor® in the state of Arizona and a member of the NAR, AAR, & SVVAR.

Rental fee is paid up front. My reservation has been confirmed. Unit is not assigned until you check-in with the front desk. The unit is not a fixed unit. You get an ocean front view with a balcony in either the Molokai or Lanai Wings. The floor the unit is assigned is not fixed. There are 9 floors. When making the reservation, I ask for a high floor, but it may vary because of availablity. Units are assigned for a 1 week period for each week listed above.

The rental is solely for occupancy of the unit for the rental period. It does not include any transportation of any type or any payment for charges incurred while occupying the unit. This rental does not require you to attend, listen to, or participate in any timeshare sales presentation of any type. This is a non-smoking room.

Make Room for Baby

Posted by Sheri Sperry On May 28, 2016

Tristan Sperry - ReMax Sedona Baby — Tristan Xander Sperry – 11 weeks

Our family recently had a new addition. You might be very surprised to realize that there are many areas you need to follow up on when expecting your bundle of joy. For first time grand parents like us, there are no words truer! Grand parents have the same challenges as new parents so is your family soon growing from two to three – or even four? Then it’s time to start thinking about how you’re going to make room for the newest addition to your tribe. If you aren’t sure how to find space for a baby in your home, here are some ideas to get you started.

Get rid of unneeded clutter

Babies may be small, but their stuff isn’t. You’ll soon find yourself swimming in onesies, stuffed animals and car seats. Before the baby’s arrival, do a thorough purge of items in your home that aren’t really needed. Clear out closets, find what’s hiding under the bed that you forgot about and open up those storage boxes. Sell or donate items that are still in usable condition.

Look for new storage possibilities

You may feel like you’re already maxed out on space, but you’re going to feel even more cramped once there’s another small person in your home. Take a good look around and see how you can better organize and store what you do have. Can you add shelves to the top of the closet? Is there any room under the stairs for storage containers? Are you using all your wall space to its fullest potential?

Minimize baby stuff

You may have dreamed of a state-of-the-art nursery for your new little bundle of joy, but if you’re short on space that may not be a practical idea. Many companies now make small-size solutions for babies, including mini-cribs, collapsible bathtubs and car-seat/stroller combos. Remember – these are all items you won’t use forever, so it isn’t necessary to buy the biggest and best of everything.

Don’t register for too much

Friends and family may be even more excited about their new family member than you are, and may want to show that enthusiasm by purchasing every item on your registry. Be realistic about what you really need, and encourage people to avoid buying any large or bulky items that aren’t on your registry.

Share a room with parents or siblings

Not all families have the luxury of having a room dedicated just for the baby. In this case, you may want to consider having the baby share a room. If you already have younger children in your home, the baby can easily share with a sibling. If not, many people opt to set up a crib in the corner of their own rooms – which can be kind of nice when stumbling out of bed at 3 a.m. to comfort a crying baby.

Convert an extra room to a nursery

If you’re lucky enough to already have a spare room in your house that you’re using as a guest bedroom, office or workout space, then making room for a baby will be easy. Clear out the old furniture and have fun turning the room into a baby’s paradise, tricked out with all the bells and whistles like a changing station and a rocking chair for late-night feedings.

If you’re getting ready to welcome a new addition to your family – congratulations! With a little creativity and forethought, you can find a way to make room for a baby in your home, even in the smallest of spaces.

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Protected: Pine Valley – Video

Posted by Sheri Sperry On May 17, 2016

Morning In Sedona ~ A Fresh Canvas Every Day! Pictorial

Posted by Sheri Sperry On April 8, 2016

Morning Sedona Sunrise

West Sedona Arizona

Soldiers Pass

This is looking east from my backyard toward the Uptown area of Sedona. In the center of the yellow area is part of Ship Rock.

This is a 200mm shot of Ship Rock through the pine trees from my backyard.

Good Morning Sedona! Every day brings with it a new and fresh canvas that we get to paint. West Sedona residents wake up and look to the sunrise to see what Mother Nature is going to put on the canvas. Clouds create dramatic effects that an image will capture and draw the eye to it.

If you live in Sedona, you need to carry your camera with you. Fortunately, most of us have smart phones which can give great pictures. So, be ready to snap away! Enjoy what each day may bring because a new day and a new canvas will be with us tomorrow morning!

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Let’s face it, you won’t really know that I am not a typical salesperson until you get to know me. I am confident you will feel at ease and comfortable knowing I can find solutions for you. If you don’t feel that way, please let me know. I want to be the best I can for you. I am YOUR Solutions Realtor.” ~ Sheri Sperry

New Listing! ~West Sedona Life Style

Posted by Sheri Sperry On April 4, 2016

2025 Whippet Way, Sedona AZ 86336

New Listing – West Sedona

NEW SEDONA LISTING! – In the Heart of West Sedona AZ – Newer Build Home For Sale –

At the close of a very productive afternoon working in your Casita, which you have turned into a home office, you decide to call it a day. You are only a few steps away from relaxation!

Prior to watching the sun set, you decide to contemplate your afternoon in your well appointed Great Room and go over your plan for tomorrow.

Imagine…

Imagine yourself sitting in your front courtyard relaxing in front of the natural stone gas fire feature. You are sipping your favorite beverage while you watch the sun set against the red rocks of Capital Butte, Thunder Mountain and Coffeepot Rock in the background.

Afterword, you decide to cook a nice meal in your well designed efficient kitchen. There is plenty of counter space to cut up vegetables and prepare your meal. Your newer gas range has 4 burners, just like the chefs use to make sure every dish is prepared to your liking.

You sit down for a nice meal at your dining table and when your meal is finished you make your favorite after dinner beverage at your custom designed wet bar and bring it out to the landscaped garden area that is manicured to your liking and enjoy your beverage on the outside patio.

If it is raining, that is OK because the patio is covered from the elements and can be used year round. Your outdoor lighting is magical and you enjoy the twilight as it slips away.

After a nice relaxing meal you decide to enjoy your master retreat in front of your enclosed built in Napoleon fireplace, designed for ambiance as well as practical heating. You pullout your favorite book and enjoy the solitude of your private space.

As you get ready for a restful sleep, you enter your Master Bath which resembles a spa. Your spa like bath has a tall ceiling, glass block enclosure for your walk-in shower and of course, an oversize tub. Your wash basins are works of art designed for your enjoyment and functional use.

While nestling under the covers you decide to turn off the Master Retreat Fireplace with your remote control.

This IS the Sedona Lifestyle – Imagine it & Live it! ~

Your Solutions Realtor ~ Sheri Sperry

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Protected: Heekins – Shadow Mtn – Bringing Your Landscape Into the 21st Century

Posted by Sheri Sperry On March 29, 2016

Spring In Sedona – A Pictorial

Posted by Sheri Sperry On March 29, 2016

From My Sedona Backyard Garden

Blue Jay

Javelina Family

Spring Deer

Bobcat Visit ! – You don’t mess with them…they won’t mess with you!

Cardinal

Humingbirds are arriving!

Gambel Quail

Easter (Brunch) – Oak Creek at L’Auberberge de Sedona – 2006

Easter – It’s about Family! L’Auberge de Sedona Brunch by Oak Creek 2006

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ABOUT ME: “Many buyers and sellers are skeptical about salespeople. So am I! But, I am not a typical salesperson. I put myself in your shoes and help you make decisions based on how I would want to proceed if I were you. In other words, what steps would I take and what is right for you? How will this transaction be beneficial for you? How will it help you move forward with your goals? How can I make it as smooth and pleasant as possible? What is in your best interests as we move forward? Let’s face it, you won’t really know that I am not a typical salesperson until you get to know me. I am confident you will feel at ease and comfortable knowing I can find solutions for you. If you don’t feel that way, please let me know. I want to be the best I can for you. I am YOUR Solutions Realtor.” ~ Sheri Sperry

NEW PRICE~$495,000~Don’t Lose Out On This!

Posted by Sheri Sperry On March 26, 2016

Custom West Sedona Home For Sale

2285 Whippet Way, Sedona AZ 86336

Lots of Upgrades with Custom Features & Tasteful Appointments

Open House On Sat. March 26th ~ 11a to 3p

New West Sedona Listing Price

This property has been rented on a two year lease as of 4-1-16

The new West Wedona listing price for this custom built home is $495,000. You won’t find a better price for all the features you are getting in this tricked out West Sedona home for sale. These are just a few of the pics available to see.

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Covered Entry With Ponderosa Pine Beams and Hand Laid Brick Pavers

10 Foot Sliding Doors with Special Locking Mechanism Designed For the Views

Great Room designed with 10 ft sliding doors to take advantage of views and signature water feature

Owner Suite Opens Up to a Patio that Leads to the Signature Water Feature

Below – 5 Piece Master Bath – Tub and Separate Shower – Vanity Area – 2 Wash Basins – Private Water Closet – 2 Windows Over Shower & Tub – Hunter Douglas Motorized Shade with remote that raises or lowers the shade for privacy and views!

Kitchen is made with a chef in mind. There is a breakfast bar and a café style table and chairs next to the refrigerator. (See pic below kitchen)

Café Style Eating Area For Quick Snacks or Small Meals – Sliding door goes out the Arizona Room

Select Video to see the privacy screen in action

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Home for sale in West Sedona - 3 BD 2 BA call Sheri Sperry 928-274-7355 or visit sherisperry.realtor - Arizona Room — Arizona Room – Brings the outdoors inside – located in West Sedona on Whippet Way

Large Backyard with Mature Trees – 7 Patio Areas – BBQ – Arizona Room that can be opened up to the outside! See Amenities

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I am excited to announce a new price for this fabulous custom West Sedona home for sale. It is right in the heart of West Sedona – close to shopping, restaurants and the movie theatre. This is a newer build and as you tour the property you will see all the loving detail that makes this property so special. ~ Sheri Sperry – ReMax Sedona

Tasteful appointments and custom features throughout this West Sedona property for sale. Unobstructed view of Capital Butte through wall to wall windows and 10 ft tall sliding patio doors in great room. Multiple serene private patios. Envision yourself sitting on one of many patios taking in the sounds of water flowing through the custom water feature while you sip on your favorite beverage. As you look up, you see the sights of Capital Butte and remember what brought you to this special place.

Call Sheri Sperry for additional information or to schedule a showing –

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Check out this Amenity and Custom Upgrade List

** Largest Corner Lot in the Whippet Development **
Interior: 12 ft ceilings – newly installed hardwood flooring as well as ceramic floors throughout home –
– Custom draperies and rods and Hunter Douglas shades – Motorized remote operated Hunter Douglas shade in Master Bath –
– Tasteful two-tone paint walls and doors – door hardware is oil rubbed bronze –
– Knotty alder custom kitchen cabinets – granite countertops – breakfast bar – granite and inlaid glass backsplash – Kenmore Elite and Bosch appliances –
– Saguaro ribbed spice pantry and large walk-in pantry –
– Built-in fireplace with wall ignition switch – entertainment area wired for HD and sound system –
– Wired in Bedroom – Great Room – Arizona Room has outdoor weather resistant speakers with remote volume control –

– Ceiling Fans every room – walk-in master closet with custom built-ins – master tub (bath) and shower –
– 11.5 foot ceilings in garage with custom storage cabinets, Swisstrax garage sport floor, and it is central vacuum ready!

Exterior: Custom stucco finish – Ponderosa pine beams support covered front porch – multiple hand laid brick patios and driveway –

– Arizona room with motorized privacy/sun screen custom windows – video link for operation of Privacy Screen

Lot: Multiple plantings strategically place for privacy and views – mature Pinon pines, olive trees, Arizona Cypress, Cedar trees, Red Bud tree –

– Underground irrigation with multiple zones – secured private programmable system –
– Rock walls – water feature – pergola – red rock flagstone patio – built in BBQ Grill – privacy fence –
– Underground roof drainage pipes – custom rain gutters – crushed granite stone throughout the lot –

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Sedona Real Estate In the Spring ~ Picture Time

Posted by Sheri Sperry On March 16, 2016

Sedona Real Estate

Spring In Sedona Arizona 86336

Say It With Pictures!

Sedona real estate is enhanced by the blooming of flowers and cactus in the Spring. It is even better when there is plenty of rain that soaks the winter ground and readies the seeds of wildflowers. We do have a lot of green trees all year long but to see the wildflowers enhancing the landscape with their beautiful color is something special to see.

Generally, you have to give loving attention to cactus. There is a chance of too much water and sometimes a freeze can take it’s toll.

This Spring, like last year, started early. By the first week of February the weather had changed. We can always expect a cold snap here or there. But by the first week of April, those conditions in most seasons, have passed.

Notice Anything ? 🙂

Yes! We do have more than cactus! Spring Flowers in Sedona

Petrified Wood & Heart Rocks that look like Texas!

Sedona Is In My Heart!™

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HGTV – Sedona Oasis – After the Big Reveal in West Sedona

Posted by Sheri Sperry On February 26, 2016

West Sedona Arizona 86336

HGTV – Vacation House For Free ~ Sedona Oasis

Hosted By Matt Blashaw

Featuring Joshua Lovell – Joshua Tree Landscape

This is after the “Big Reveal”

Before Picture

Joshua Tree Landscape Design – Artist Rendition

WEST SEDONA, ARIZONA – Prior to filming this episode, there is a lengthy process of deciding what will go into the show. What areas would the audience like to see or visit. Picking an area that will captivate the audience is only part of the challenge. Other areas such as the participants (e.g. homebuyers), their personality, type of properties, B-roll film, charisma of the host as well as the emphasis on the “Big Reveal” all matter in a successful DIY or HGTV show, like “Vacation House For Free – Sedona Oasis”.

HGTV was very fortunate to get Joshua Lovell to help with this particular episode, “Sedona Oasis”. Joshua Treescape Landscaping designed and contracted the landscape project. Joshua is an actual contractor and has built his own home as well as other projects in the Verde Valley. His projects are built with quality in mind.

It was Joshua that saw that the drainage on the property was a real problem and had to be addressed. He was the only contractor who had discussed this with HGTV. It was also his idea to come up with the sliding door addition to make it easy to access the backyard paradise that he designed for HGTV.

This is the first in a series of articles “After the Big Reveal”

Blog – DIY Renovation Tips – HGTV blog post

Sheri Sperry is YOUR Solutions Realtor. Besides networking with the very best Realtors®, Sheri networks with local people you can trust to provide quality products and services for your home and other needs. Contact Sheri if you have questions or need any assistance. Sheri can help you solve even the most complex challenges of homebuyers/sellers by providing specific, creative solutions.

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HGTV – Coming to West Sedona in 2 Days! Set Your DVR!!

Posted by Sheri Sperry On February 23, 2016

West Sedona Arizona

HGTV – Vacation House For Free – “Sedona Oasis”

Episode 207

Hosted By Matt Blashaw

Matt Blashaw – Showing Us How It Is Done!

OK! The time is almost here for Episode 207 of HGTV’s “Vacation House For Free – Sedona Oasis” featuring Sedona Premiere Landscape Designer and Contractor Joshua Lovell – of Joshua Tree and Landscape Company.

Coming this Thursday February 25th

The episode is due to air on Thursday on HGTV at 9:00 am MST. Please check your local listings scheduled for your area. If you can’t watch it live. Please set your DVR to record the episode.

Joshua Lovell Featured on “Sedona Oasis”

Matt Blashaw Inspecting Deck & Spa

Matt & Joshua Working Together With Red Rock On “Sedona Oasis”

Joshua asked my husband to take some photos for him and after the “Big Reveal” we will share these images. I can tell you there are some incredible shots of the work that was completed. We are still going through some video that I hope we can also share with you!

You will also get to see the “behind the scenes” look at how some of this is done. All of this was filmed in West Sedona as well as “B” roll in Uptown Sedona.

Stay Tuned………!!

Sedona Weather – January 2016 Update

Posted by Sheri Sperry On February 21, 2016

Sedona Weather – January 2016

This will be a new monthly feature.

Many of our clients come to Sedona from out-of-state to enjoy the warmer weather in the winter time. People love the Spring and Fall weather as well. It is a great place to see desert flowers and plants bloom. Fall provides a myriad of color that you can’t find in other places of the state or for that matter the Southwest. We also have milder Summer weather conditions because the altitude is around 4500 feet. So when Phoenix is 113º, Sedona may only be a dry 98º.

So Lots of my clients who fall in love with Sedona (Red Rock Fever) ask me what the weather is like all year long. So providing up to the minute weather data as well as almanac local weather history is something that many like to see.

We have a weather station right in our backyard. It can be monitored very easily. The Soldiers Pass area, where we live is a little more sheltered and seems to be slightly cooler than surrounding areas. But overall you will get a pretty accurate idea of what the weather is like every month of the year. The charts go back 6 years prior to this year. There is also a historic monthly averages chart as well. As well as a chart that indicates weather extremes, averages, and an overall climactic view. It will certainly give you a much better idea of what to expect than just looking at a monthly average chart.

If you prefer more information. please go to http://sperryr.com/sedona-weather/ for detailed information and also current videos of weather phenomena.

January 2016

January is usually our coldest month of the year. It is a time where you will find our lowest temperatures and we may even get a nice amount of snow. This year was no exception though January was not quite as cold as December 2015 was. December was an unusually cold month and generally mirrored the conditions we usually get in January. This January, we had a lot of snow (4.50 in.) and a good amount of rain. By the end of the month the junipers were in full bloom with “berry dust”. As the wind hits the trees, it almost appears that the tree is on fire. The dust is a golden color and it swirls off the trees like a plume of smoke.

Most of January (26 days) the lows usually right before dawn, were below freezing, but even in January the temps got up to an average of 53º which is sweater temp. There were 7 days above 60º and 17 days were above 55º. Last year our warmest day was 70º. Pretty nice for January!

Here is an example of what the snow can look like. For those of you who are tired of snow … this snow does not last long. Usually most if not all is gone by the next day. Because it is so dry, much of the snow evaporates directly into the atmosphere. On occasion, we may have a day that does not allow the snow to melt completely.

Sedona Snow Moon …Why?

Posted by Sheri Sperry On February 21, 2016

Sedona Snow Moon

The Sedona Snow Moon …Twice a year, right before Spring and right before Fall, the sun and moon start to switch places. It is a more rapid change than when the sun and moon are cresting during winter and summer.

Snow piles even higher in February, giving this moon its most common name. Among tribes that used this name for the January moon, the February moon was called the Hunger Moon due to the challenging hunting conditions. Of course, snow does not pile any time of the year in Sedona!

In fact, it is so warm that the trees are already blooming and leaves are coming in! Right now it is 70º with a high of 74º expected!

Customer are always asking about our weather here in Sedona. Some have the misconception that it is very similar to Phoenix. So I decided I am going to do a weather recap monthly summerizing the weather conditions for the month before. We have a weather station right in our back backyard and have already built up 5 years of statistics. So, why not? !! see more at http://sperryr.com/sedona-weather/ .

Just Listed! View Lot For Sale – In West Sedona

Posted by Sheri Sperry On February 12, 2016

325 Mission Drive, Sedona Arizona 86336

In the Heart of West Sedona

Close To Shopping ~ Restaurants ~ Entertainment ~ Professional Services

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Medical, Dental and Optical Offices

This property is a rare find. It is .39 acre and sits on a cup-de-sac. The survey is completed and there are views every where you turn.

Convenient Location

This great location is located near all the services you might need. Most are within 5 minutes of this property. There is an expanded Whole Foods close by. Two banks in the same shopping center along with a restaurant, coffee house and bagel shop. Right behind the Whole Foods are Medical Offices and Eye Care. Across Soldiers Pass, there is a law office, dental offices another restaurant and small shops. For those who may come to visit, there is a Best Western in that same proximity.

Activities

For outdoor activities you need not go far. There are trails, a park, and a dog park, all within walking distance if you prefer.

Views

You can see by the pictures and the video that the views are breathtaking. There is a tale that talks about Theodore Roosevelt who’s mission it was to conserve and preserve as much of our magnificent land and resources as he could had been making his way west creating National Monuments, many of which have become National Parks over the years. He was at the Grand Canyon and was going to continue south toward Sedona when urgent business interrupted his trip. He took the train out of Flagstaff to head back to Washington DC. He never made it to Sedona or we might not have had the privilege to live in this beauty and majestic landscape and red rocks.

As you watch the video and look at the pictures below, think about this rare opportunity to own a piece of Sedona with magnificent views!

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Snow In Sedona ~ What To Expect From Mother Nature and Snow Diamonds

Posted by Sheri Sperry On February 2, 2016

Sedona Winter Weather

February 1, 2016 – Three Plus Inches of Snow

February 2, 2016 – Snow Diamonds

When the sun comes up normally in Sedona, the snow starts melting immediately. But because the temperature was 19º, the snow was firm and in no danger of melting at that moment. The sun is at a low angle as it hits the snow and creates a refraction on the ice particles which mimics the brilliant shimmer of a diamond. Unfortunately, the camera lens does not pick up the shimmer quite the same as your eye does. I must have seen hundreds of ‘diamonds’ shimmering on that small surface that the camera was focused on. Fortunately, you can see some of the ‘diamonds’ when the light hits at the right angle.

Same Day – Mother Nature’s Jewelry

We are very lucky to have mild seasons. Yes, we get a warm summer and a cool winter. But we do not get the extremes that many areas of the country get. We can get snow, but it does not paralyze our city. We don’t need snow plows. Occasionally we may have to dump some volcanic ash on the main roadway to make sure that cars have traction. This is a rare occurrence.

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Marriott Courtyard Coming to Sedona ~ July

Posted by Sheri Sperry On January 25, 2016

Marriott Courtyard Sedona

Located in West Sedona

Opening July 2016

West Sedona Arizona is finally getting a Marriott Courtyard. It was the one brand missing in this city filled with 5 star resorts, hotels, motels and vacation timeshare properties. This is a community that has a little more than10,000 residents yet swells to 50,000 on any given day. When a small resort community can get 4.5 million guests from all over the world, we should have a Marriott as another option for these guests.

For many of us, we may tend to pick a certain chain or brand to rest our weary heads. Now West Sedona can proudly say we have a Marriott Courtyard to add to guest accommodations.

This Courtyard is being built across the street from the Sedona Red Rock High School on the west end of town. It should have some awesome views of the red rocks right out of the front of the hotel. You will be able to see Capital Butte, Thunder Mountain and Coffeepot Rock. You will also being looking north to Boynton Canyon where there are Hopi Ruins that you can explore.

The Marriott Courtyard West Sedona appears to sit back far enough off the main road to minimize road noise. Usually, the traffic on this side of town thins out as you move toward Cottonwood. There is usually more traffic as you move east toward Uptown Sedona and the famous “Y” which is the intersection of Highway 89A and the 179. A roundabout has since replaced the “Y”, but that intersection has kept the moniker.

There is a Hilton, Hyatt, 5 star resorts such as Enchantment and L’Auberge de Sedona, so I say why not a Marriott. The largest hotel chain in the word with the acquisition of Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide.

Here is the link to the Marriott website that features the Courtyard Sedona.

A Realtor’s Job Is To Help Fulfill A Customer’s Special Needs

Posted by Sheri Sperry On January 23, 2016

A Realtor’s Job is To Help Fulfill Our Customer’s Needs

As Realtors, our job is to help customers with their real estate needs. What about those people who may have particular needs. How may we help them? Fortunately, there are experts and professionals that can help people make their home purchase more acceptable to every family member.

One of these particular needs is helping those families with relatives who have Autism. According to the Autusm Society, about 1% of the world population has an autism spectrum disorder. It is estimated that 1 baby born of every 68 births in the United States has Autism. It has also been on the rise increasing 6% to 15% a year from 2002 to 2010.

At some point, Realtors® will be dealing with a family who may have a child or sibling with Autism. I do everything I can to point my customers in a direction that will help them make the right decision based on their needs. This fits those parameters.

Below you will read a blog from Karen Fiddler that may help point you in the right direction.

Here is another blog that helps explain more about home decorating and what you can do to make the environment of your home more pleasing to a person who is Autistic. One of the key factors to remember is that every person has different needs to help them with their Autism. It is up to family mambers to help decide what specific requirements will work best for your situation.

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This week was a rewarding one. For the first time, I had a very special family with very special needs. One of the children has severe autism and the youngest seems to be exhibiting similar signs. For families dealing with autistic children, the home environment is very important.

As we all know, children in particular need to feel safe and secure at home. This is especially true for special needs children who can see the world as a scary place with many uncertainties.

This family had done it’s research. They have worked closely with their therapist and other experts to determine what the home environment should be. One of the steps they took was to consult with a home remodeler who specializes in designing, remodeling and building homes for the Autistic Community.

While this family was not building from scratch, we used all this information to find a home that the children could love and in which they could thrive.

I was motivated to learn more about Home Builders who specialize in building homes for people with Autism. In my research, I found a company locally who does just this. Autism Home Design uses a specific process to ensure that the home is a customized solution for that family.

During this process, they gather all the information available and do a detailed assessment. This includes not only the person affected with Autism, but the family as a whole and it’s unique dynamic. They they design a home to suit these needs.

One of the things I they talk about is how to present the design to the child. Children with Autism do not like change. So Autism Home Design uses specialized social “stories” and visual aids to help the child become a part of the solution and gain an understanding of the changes to come.

Finally, they make a point to state that they work with the family even after completion. They use professionals to determine if the needs found during the assessment were achieved, and if they need to adjust once the family is in.

This goes long past the traditional home decorating or Feng Shui. Families living with Autism might need entire walls moved or rooms redesigned. Not all families are able to build from scratch, as was the case with my clients, but educating themselves….and me…is helping us find a home which will provide the caring environment for their children and family.

Simply amazing!

KAREN FIDDLER
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#2 Alabama vs #1 Clemson

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Arizona Tourism

I have no skin in the game on this one, but I do want to wish fans of both sides good luck.

I am just glad that these two champions are playing in Arizona. We have a fantastic stadium for championship football. That does not include our great weather, restaurants, night life, desert scenery AND you are only a couple of hours away from Sedona… it’s only a local call to heaven. This is why Sheri’s domain is “SellSedona.com“! 😉

There will be at least one segment that ESPN will show Sedona’s beautiful Red Rocks – look for it right after breaks in the action. Right now the scenery has heavy snow on the peaks of the red rocks. It is a magnificent sight to see.

A Clemson Tradition

As the fans travel to the games to support the Tigers they bring special money. It is a tradition that goes way back. They want to show the local economy how much support they bring when their team plays in the host city’s stadium. So if you are doing business in Arizona don’t be surprised if you see some of these $2 bills with an orange tiger paw stamped on them.

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Winter 2016

NFL Playoff Game – #2 Cardinals vs #5 Packers – Saturday Feb 16th 6:15 MST – on NBC

Tucson – Gem, Mineral, and Fossil Showcase – Jan 30 – Feb 14

Golf – Waste Management Open – Feb 1-7

Sedona Marathon – Feb 6th

Sedona International Film Festival Feb 20-28

Cactus League Baseball !! March 1st to April 2nd

Snow Bowl – Flagstaff – Ski – Snowboard

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Arizona Rodeos

Arizona Ghost Towns

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Posted by Sheri Sperry On December 25, 2015

I have lived most of my life in sunbelt states and really didn’t see a lot of snow. For some reason I have found that falling snow and white powder sprinkled on all the red rocks, junipers, and pine trees warms the heart. There is something serene and tranquil about it.

I recall taking this picture because it was all alone with a nice dusting and a great backdrop. I like pictures of trees! It wasn’t until today that it struck my like a bolt of lightning. I noticed that the tree was in a special shape.

We have seen many images that have been photshopped to look like something else. When you come across a picture that shows you something you did not see when you took it is rather special.

I really wanted to share this because of the season. This is the season of love and selfless acts and is forever romanticized as being uncommon if the heavens sprinkle the white flakes of powder down upon us.

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“White Christmas” starts in our heart.
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