I know it's late in the season, but I was just reminded of a great way to deal with ants.  A few years ago we'd bought a home that had been sitting empty awhile.  There were numerous ant hills on the property.  I tried various poisons with mixed results.

    One day, gardening, I'd had enough.  We'd been recently talking about the advantages of pouring boiling water down drains, and somehow I got the idea to try it on ants.

     I boiled up a couple of big pots of water and poured them both, one after the other, directly on the anthill.  Well it worked like a charm and in an afternoon I was able to just about eradicate all the ants on the property.

     Ok, it's not free, but so close to free, and completely organic, and it works!  So do the world a favor and give it a try.

     With the seemingly limited supply of buyers in the marketplace, it's nice to be able to offer more than a great structure on a pristine beach.  This villa is within the gates of the fabulous Las Palomas Resort.  Now you can have it all, the amenities and convenience of a resort, with the comfort and privacy of a private home.  Check it out and then make an offer!


 

Las Palmas Casa 1, Rocky Point Puerto Penasco, Mexico, AZ Spacious Beach Side Villa~Just Reduced $100,000. 3BR/3BA Single Family House     Year Built 2004 Sq Footage 2,776 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 3 full, 0 partial Floors 1 Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size 5,540 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION kimbarber@hotmail.com This spacious and modern beachfront villa is priced well below others in the area, turn key this property enjoys excellent rental income and is ready for a new owner to step into it today. Fully furnished Villa has a bank trust in place with an AZ LLC. Owner is willing to consider terms for the lucky new owner! With 3 bedrooms and three bathrooms there is space and comfort for the whole family. Walk through a spacious foyer into an expansive living/dining area under a huge boveda, enjoy the grand fireplace and wall to wall ocean views with direct patio access. Full kitchen features solid wood carpentry, all granite countertops and a breakfast bar. Master suite is beachside, offering diret patio access and spectacular ocean views. The full bathroom offers a full walk in closet, dual sinks and glass block shower. Truly a suite for a king and queen. The two guestrooms are outfitted for families and couples, one of which has its own private full bathroom. Arched doorways, decorative niches, vaulted wood beam cielings throughout create the grand beachfront villa atmosphere that people dream of. Enjoy sunset BBQ's from your large patio beachside or on the upper margarita deck -- Enjoy the evening breezes through an abundance of seaside windows, and enjoy a morning swim and workout at the pool and fitness room at Las Palmas. Garage is fully tiled - for 2 cars plus room for beach toys, plus driveway has room for 2 cars. Located at the end of the cul-de-sac this villa enjoys end of the road privacy within the Las Palmas Beachfront Resort on Sandy Beach. Highlights ▪ PROPERTY AMMENITIES- 24 Hour Security, Several Pools, Waterslide, Heated Spa, Lush Oasis Style Landscaping, Clubhouse & Snack Bar, Grill Area, Kids Play Area, Business Center, Conference Room. ▪ CUSTOM CONSTRUCTION AND ENERGY SAVING FEATURES- Insulated Block Construction (exterior & exterior walls), Underground Utilities, 200 Amp Electrical Service, Split A/C System- 2 Zones. ▪ GFI Electrical Outlets in Baths and Garage, Two Exterior Weatherproof GFI Electrical Outlets, Lush Oasis Style Landscaping Included (front and back), Dead Bolt Locks on all Exterior Doors ▪ INVITING MASTER SUITES- Luxurious Oversize Showers w/Tile Surrounds, Spacious Walk-In Closets, Shelving System in Closet, Designer Moen Plumbing Fixture. ▪ Kitchen Aid Built-in Family Capacity Microwave, ½ hp Garbage Disposal,Recessed Cast Iron Sink, Single Lever Chrome Faucet w/Pullout Sprayer ▪ Spacious Interior Laundry Room Whirpool Gold Super Capacity Washer & Dryer, Smoke Detectors, Recessed Can Lights in Kitchen & Hall, Solid Core Privacy Doors ▪ Onsite Property Management & Rental Company. Extensive Onstie Services Available.Guest Parking. ▪ Dual Pane Low E Windows/Sliding Glass Doors, Energy Efficient Heater and Air Conditioner, Energy Efficient Hot Water Heater ▪ Weather Striping Around all Exterior Doors, Unique Exterior Lighting Fixtures (UL wet tested), 2 Car Garage w/Garage Door & Opener, 2+ Car Parking Driveway ▪ SPECTACULAR KITCHENS- Solid Wood Cabinets, Spacious Granite Tiles Countertops Upgraded Appliance Package, Kitchen Aid Large Capacity Quiet System Dishwasher, Kitchen Aid Range, Kitchen Aid Range ▪ DISTINCT INTERIORS- Authentic Wood Beam Ceiling, Authentic Brick dome in main Living room, Fireplace, Deluxe Arched Solid Wood Interior Doors,Dramatic 9' or 10' High Finished Ceilings ▪ Conveniently Pre-wired for Cable, Data or Phone, Ceiling Fans in Living Room and Bedrooms, Unique Dining Area Chandelier, Textured Trowel Walls & Ceilings ▪ LAVISH BATHS- Cultured Marble Vanity, Designer Moen Plumbing Fixtures Ceramic Tile Wrap Around Showers, Solid Wood Cabinetry, Water Saving Shower/Toilets Features Interior Features ▪ Ceiling Fan ▪ Fireplace ▪ Laundry Room ▪ Vaulted Ceiling ▪ Window Covers Heating ▪ Central Electric View ▪ City Lights ▪ Panoramic ▪ Water View Lot Features ▪ Cul-de-sac ▪ Front Porch ▪ Landscaped ▪ Lawn ▪ Patio ▪ Trees / Shrubs Appliances ▪ Dishwasher ▪ Dryer ▪ Garbage Disposal ▪ Microwave ▪ Outdoor Grill ▪ Oven Range ▪ Refrigerator ▪ Stove ▪ Washer Extra Features ▪ Cable Available ▪ Controlled Access ▪ Covered Parking ▪ Fitness Center ▪ Furnished ▪ Garage Door Opener ▪ High Speed Internet Available ▪ Lobby ▪ Pets Allowed ▪ Reserved Parking ▪ Security Guard on Duty ▪ Storage ▪ Wheelchair Access Cooling ▪ Zoned Kim Barber 480 639-3510 kimbarber@century21penasco.com   Photo 1 click on thumbnail to enlarge PROPERTY FEATURES Tile floor Living room Dishwasher Refrigerator Stove/Oven Microwave Washer Dryer Laundry area - inside Balcony, Deck, or Patio     COMMUNITY FEATURES Guest parking Clubhouse Fitness center Swimming pool(s) Sauna/Spa Gated property Secured entry Wheelchair access     OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES Sea Views!

     Check this our, not only is it a great home, it comes with a lifetime membership to the Mayan Palace, which is conveniently close!  So you can really enjoy the best of both worlds!

4BR/4BA Single Family House   offered at $160,000 Year Built 2001 Sq Footage 4,000 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 4 full, 0 partial Floors 2 Parking Unspecified Lot Size Unspecified HOA/Maint $15 per month DESCRIPTION KimJBarber@hotmail.com Own a quarter fraction of this beautiful beachfront Miramar home. This 4000 sq ft home has 4 bedrooms, 2 of which are masters with a view and walk out to the sea. The 4 bathrooms were designed with Mexico in mind, and feature fabulous custom tile work, as does the entire house. The kitchen was designed to accommodate two cooks and features two full prep counters, two fridges and two stoves. This home has a huge second floor patio, and main floor patio. It comes completely furnished including a TV and VCR, and even a hammock to relax outside on the patio. The open floor plan and vaulted ceiling lends itself to comfortable family use. Solar panels power the 16 ceiling fans, and there is an outdoor shower to keep the sand outside and the inside clean. Costs are low, the HOA is $500 per year, so that's only $125 per fraction, the taxes are even slightly less, and it's already in an LLC. This offering comes complete with a lifetime membership to the Mayan Palace, which is within walking distance. That means you can enjoy the peace and quiet that is Miramar and use the Mayan Palace facilities everyday! These include: An 18-hole par 72 golf course Two hard surface tennis courts 91-meter swimming pool Indoor, heated swimming pool Brio Health Spa & Fitness Center with indoor pool Boutique & Souvenir Shop Restaurant Snack & Pool Bar Lobby Bar and Lounge Nicklaus Design Golf Course (18 hole par 54) Internet Room If you haven't yet heard about Rocky Point/Puerto Penasco, Mexico, you soon will . Miles and miles of sandy beach, located at the tip of the Sea of Cortez, no hurricanes or tsunamis. A five hour drive from San Diego on the new intercoastal highway, only four from Phoenix or Tucson. Over 50 developments either built or in the works, including a Marriot and the Mayan Resort. Add to that the recent announcement by Holland Amercia and Carnival Cruise Lines to use Rocky Point as a destination port. With an international airport nearing completion, this place is taking off. Toss in 340 days a year of sunshine and only two inches of rain, and you've got the ideal getaway location. KimJBarber@hotmail.com

     Well the beauty of a buyers market are the incredible buys.  If you have money to invest, now's the time.  And if you're willing to roll up your sleeves, the opportunities are even greater.

     This particular piece of property sits amid homes that have sold in the million dollar range.  Currently there are three self contained, fully functional living units - casitas, within one structure.  These could be rented and provide some nice passive income. 

     However, for the buyer who is motivated, this is a large, high end piece of property, more suited to an  estate.  These sellers are ready to move, and this property is priced well below market.  If you have the wherewithal to build, here's your chance to own a beachfront palace for a fraction of the cost.