Now that spring is here, bring out the lighter colors when you are staging your home for a house sale. Put away heavy winter comforters, dark pillows and throws, instead use crisp white linens or colorful lighter shades in yellow, orange and blue. Don’t be afraid to use floral accents when staging. Fresh flowers in the bathrooms, kitchen and on side tables add a pretty spring touch.

 

The 24th Annual Balboa Island Artwalk will take place on Sunday, May 20th, 2018 and kicks off the summer season on Balboa Island.  This outdoor art shows takes place on South Bayfront Promenade. There will be over one mile of art and live music. This show features local artists showcasing fine jewelry, blown glass, watercolors, oils, sculpture and photography. Among the many live performers will be Gary Gould, Rick Sherman Duo, Don Ross and Rose, Jim Roberts, The Retro’s and Grant Peacock. Both limited edition t-shirts and Artwalk posters are available for purchase at Diamond and South Bayfront. The fun gets underway at 9am and continues until 5pm. Admission is free.  For more information, see their website at: http://www.balboaislandartwalk.info/Artwalk/Balboa_Island_Artwalk.html.

 

Crystal Cove is a collection of luxury home developments in the Newport Coast section of Newport Beach. Crystal Cove is also home to the Crystal Cove State Park with 3.2 miles of coastline, 44 acres of bluffs, 2,400 acres of canyons, 18 miles of trails and a 1,400 acre Marine Park. Located at 10 Coral Ridge, this 13,000 square foot home is part of the Crystal Cove Custom home community. This six bedroom, ten bathroom home was built in 2016. The chef’s kitchen features two islands, professional grade appliances and a breakfast nook. Entertaining is fabulous in this estate with a wine cellar, billiards room and bar. The home flows seamlessly from indoors to outdoors with electronic pocket doors. There are terrific views of the Pacific Ocean, white water, Catalina Island, Newport Harbor and Newport Coast beaches. This home sits on a 13,000 square foot piece of property with a cul-de-sac setting. Outdoors, there is a swimming pool. Crystal Cove is a 24 hour guard gated development. All Crystal Cove residents are invited to participate in all the resort style activities offered at the Canyon Club Recreation Center.

 

 Located at 208 Via Lido Nord, this 3,100 square foot home is part of the Lido Isle community. This four bedroom, four bathroom home was built in 1968. The home has recently been renovated with a gourmet kitchen, updated baths and a private dock, which will hold a large yacht. The home has fabulous bay views. This home sits on a 2,700 square foot piece of property within walking distance to the park. Lido Marina Village is within walking distance. Among the many amenities offered on Lido Isle are tennis courts, a clubhouse, private beach and play ground.