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Celebrating New Year’s In the Newport Beach Area

While we are  still amidst the holiday season, bringing in 2010 at New Year’s is right around the corner. There is still time to make plans and bring in the New Year in style. There are many wonderful restaurants to enjoy and appreciate here in the Newport Beach area, and of course many of the hotels and clubs have organized New Year Eve activities planned.

The following are some restaurants that you may want to contact for New Year’s Eve reservations.

Billy’s at the Beach
2751 West Coast Highway
Newport Beach, CA 92663-4753
Phone: (949) 722-1100

Rusty Pelican
2735 W Coast Highway
Newport Beach, CA 92663
Phone: (949) 642-3431
rustypelican.com

The Chart House
2801 Coast Highway
Newport Beach, CA 92663
Phone: (949) 548-5889
thecharthouse.com

Villa Nova
3131 W. Coast Hwy
Newport Beach, California 92663
Phone: (949) 642-7880
villanovarestaurant.com

Newport Landing Restaurant and Oyster Bar
503 E. Edgewater Avenue
Balboa, CA 92661
Phone: 949-675-2373
newport-landing.com

Flemings in Newport Beach
455 Newport Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA
949-720-9633
flemingsteakhouse.com

Joe’s Crab Shack
2607 W Coast Hwy
Newport Beach, CA 92663
Phone: (888) 844-4520
Joescrabshack.com

Cucina Alessa
6700 Coast Highway
Newport Beach, CA
949.645.2148
cucinalessa.com

Be sure to take caution and do not drink and drive. In Newport Beach, you can either designate a driver, utilize a taxi or take advantage of a service called Your Car Our Driver. This service is available to utilize your car, with their professional drivers – check our their website for more information.

If you are looking for something different, why not go medieval this New Year’s Eve? At Medieval Times which is located in Buena Park, there is a two-hour live show, and a four-course feast. There will also be dancing, and you can bring in the New Year with a champagne toast at midnight along with a balloon drop.

 Have a Happy and Healthy New Year! Hope to see you at one of the restaurants celebrating New Years!

Originally posted at NewportBeachRealEstateCafe.com.

Love the video and definitely worth watching! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all!

Celebrating the Holidays at the Beach

Christmas Decorations In and around Newport Beach

In Southern California in the coastal areas, we really don't experience the change of seasons as other parts of the country, however  it is always evident that the holidays are here. There are tree lighting ceremonies, holiday programs, and holiday decorations that are everywhere and always an opportunity to enjoy the holidays.One of my favorites is the wreath on the lifeguard tower in Laguna Beach. It is located on main beach, and is so festive with the waves in the background. It is truly Christmas at the beach!

Fashion Island also has beautiful holiday decorations. The Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, Santa’s house, and the beautiful tree and decorations, Fashion Island is a wonderful place to enjoy the holiday season.

 Crystal Cove adds holiday decorations and wreaths to enjoy the season.

And of course, the Christmas Tree at Fashion Island which was lit in November adds to the holiday spirit.

Balboa Island also adds the the holiday spirit with decorations at the local fire station.

The Castaways in Newport Beach which is a private gated community also decorates for the holiday season.

The Village of Corona del Mar also decorates the center median on the street. There are dolphin topiaries with Santa hats, and a Christmas tree with holiday decorations. Corona del Mar also has the annual Christmas Walk each year which a great opportunity to network with friends and family.

The Newport Beach Parade of Lights  which began on December 16, 2009 is going on in Newport Harbor and this is the 101st year. The boat owners go above and beyond with decorating their boats and yachts with lights and animation. I will definitely share some photographs.

I hope you enjoy these holiday photos and if I can answer any questions about the area, holiday celebrations, or real estate in Newport Beach, please contact me.

Phone or Text: 949.280.0681

Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com

Originally posted at Newportbeachrealestatecafe.com

Newport Shores Home for Sale

Newport Beach, California

11.14.2009

New Listing for sale in Newport Shores

Offered at $1,300,000

This home in Newport Shores has a very nice entry which has a nice open front patio, with a dutch door to enjoy the California climate. The entry of this home has pavers on the entry patio as well as the back patios.

This four bedroom, three bathroom is located on a very desirable street in an excellent location in Newport Shores. Walking distance to the Newport Shores clubhouse and pool, it is in a great location. Walk to the clubhouse and pool or walk to the beach. This is an area to enjoy the beach lifestyle. This home also faces west to enjoy the afternoon sunsets and ocean breezes.

This Newport Shores home features a large kitchen island with granite counter tops, and stainless appliances. Also, there is a granite back splash in the kitchen. There is a large formal dining area with a fireplace for gatherings with friends and family which is open to the kitchen area. This kitchen and dining area is ideal for entertaining guests.There are also two patios at this Newport Shores home for sale to enjoy the Newport Beach weather and breezes, one off the formal dining area, and another one located towards the back of the home.

Two of the bedrooms in this Newport Shores home for sale are located downstairs, and there are two bathrooms with slate floors and the bathrooms are finished with slate. One of the bedrooms has a sliding glass door which opens onto a courtyard and has plantation shutters.

There are two more bedrooms upstairs along with the family room and office area. The master bathroom is completely finished in travertine and has two sinks.

To view this home, and for more information about Newport Beach Real Estate, please contact me. This home will be on Broker Preview 12.18.2009 from 11-2pm.

For more information, please view the property website.

Phone or Text: 949.280.0681

Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com

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Newport Shores Holiday Home Tour

December 6, 2009

2:00 pm to 5:00 pm

The Newport Shores Community in Newport Beach will be having their annual Newport Shores Holiday Home Tour this coming Sunday from 2-5 pm. It is a a great opportunity to meet your neighbors and friends, and tour the lovely homes in Newport Shores which have been decorated for the Christmas Holiday.

The proceeds from the Holiday Home Tour proceeds are utilized to provide holiday gifts for the military troops who are stationed in Iraq.

Tickets for this event are tax deductible. If you purchase the tickets by noon on Thursday, December 3rd, the cost will be $15. Tickets purchased on the day of the event are $20 and can be purchased at 358 62nd Street.

It is a fun event, and I have participated in the past by hosting my home. It was a great opportunity to get my home decorated, as well as meet and socialize with my neighbors and friends.

Look forward to seeing you there at the Newport Shores Holiday Home Tour.

If I can answer any questions about Newport Shores or the Holiday Home Tour, please contact me.

Phone or Text: 949-280-0681

Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com

Originally posted at NewportBeachRealEstateCafe.com

Corona del Mar 31st Annual Christmas Walk

Corona del Mar has a wonderful holiday tradition to enjoy the holiday season, and it is the 31st Annual Christmas Walk.  It is hosted by the Corona del Mar Chamber of Commerce, and is an event with holiday cheer and festivities for all to enjoy. Each year, there are literally thousands of people who visit the Village of Corona del Mar and visit the stores, and enjoy the festivities. This is a great time to visit with friends and family and enjoy the holiday season.

There will be Carolers, bounce houses and wonderful food, this is a holiday tradition that should not be missed.

The Corona del Mar 31st Annual Christmas Walk will be held:

December 6, 2009

11:00 am to4:00 pm

I hope to see you in Corona del Mar, and enjoying the festivities of this holiday season.

If I can answer any questions about The Village in Corona del Mar, or about the Corona del Mar 31st Annual Christmas Walk, please contact me.

Phone or Text: 949.280.0681

Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com

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Balboa Island Holiday Home Tour

The Balboa Island Holiday Home Tour is going to be held:

Sunday, December 13, 2009
From 11:00 am to 4:00 pm

The Balboa Island Home Tour is an annual event and an opportunity to visit and tour some very beautiful homes on Balboa Island in Newport Beach. This is another holiday event to be enjoyed in Newport Beach. Other holiday events coming up are the Newport Beach Parade of Lights, and the 31st Corona del Mar Annual Christmas Walk.

The homes on Balboa Island will be decorated with the holidays in mind. Refreshements will also be served at some the stores located on Marine Avenue. It is a great opportunity to get out and enjoy the holiday spirit with friends and family.

Tickets are required for this event, and may be obtained from the following establishments in advance:

• Island Home
• The Gift Box
• Even Sisters
• Let’s Go Shopping
• Martha’s Bookstore
• The Persimmon Tree

The tickets for the Balboa Island Walking Home Tour are available for $20 each.

The following is the information for Will Call:

BIIA Home Tour
P.O. Box 5593
Balboa Island, CA 92662

If you need more information, please call ticket sales for more information at (949) 673-4280

If I can answer any questions about the Balboa Island Walking Home Tour or about Balboa Island, please contact me.

Phone or Text: 949.280.0681

Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com

Originally posted at NewportBeachRealEstateCafe.com

101st Newport Beach Parade of Lights

The Newport Beach Parade of Lights will be held:

December 16 – 20, 2009

The parade begins at Bay Island in Newport Beach at 6:30 pm, and finishes in the same area at approximately 9:00 pm. The parade route is here.

Newport Beach has so many holiday events to enjoy. There is the Balboa Island Home tour, the Corona del Mar 31st Annual Christmas Walk , and of course the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting at Fashion Island which was on November 20 – 21, 2009.

The Newport Beach Parade of Lights is coming up soon, so come and join the viewers as you watch these incredibly decorated yachts and boats. Entrants even decorate their kayaks and canoes which is always fun to see. Some boat owners have spent more than $50,000 decorating their yacht for holiday event.

This year it is the 101st Annual Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade. It is hosted by the Commodores Club of the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce.  “The Joys of Christmas Toys” is the theme of the Newport Beach Parade of Lights

Here are some recommendations on where you can view the parade. Make your reservations today, as this is an event where the restaurants fill up quickly.

Billy’s at the Beach
2751 West Coast Highway
Newport Beach, CA 92663-4753
Phone: (949) 722-1100

The Chart House
2801 Coast Highway
Newport Beach, CA 92663
Phone: (949) 548-5889
thecharthouse.com

Villa Nova Restaurant
3131 W. Coast Hwy
Newport Beach, California 92663
Phone: (949) 642-7880
villanovarestaurant.com

Newport Landing Restaurant and Oyster Bar
503 E. Edgewater Avenue
Balboa, CA 92661
Phone: 949-675-2373
newport-landing.com

Joe’s Crab Shack
2607 W Coast Hwy
Newport Beach, CA 92663
Phone: (888) 844-4520
Joescrabshack.com

There are several of beaches that you can watch the Newport Beach Parade of Lights. There is a bay side beach down by Peninsula Point in Newport Beach. Bring your blankets and jackets to keep warm, and be sure to arrive early in order to secure a parking place.

If you want to be on a boat, you might want to rent a Duffy Boat located in Newport Beach. Duffy’s are 21 feet electric boats, and are truly harbor cruisers. You can rent one at Duffy Boats in Newport Beach.

If I can answer any questions about the 101st Newport Beach Parade of Lights, please contact me.

Phone or Text: 949.280.0681

Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com

Originally posted at NewportBeachRealEstateCafe.com