Autumn Open House, Thursday,  October 22, 5:00 to 7:00 pm

It's a Meet and Greet at the Meadowbrook Village Clubhouse

 BUYERS: MEET YOUR POTENTIAL NEIGHBORS!

Stop in and chat at the Meadowbrook Village Clubhouse for Wine and hors d'oerves on Thursday, October 22, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. If you're a potential buyer, discover what the owners already know. Meadowbrook Village is surrounded by a nature conservancy, and walking trails. Experience the private clubhouse with entertainment facilities, Wi-Fi, exercise room, tennis courts, and swimming pool. Willow Run Golf Course surrounds us on two sides. Fast commute to Milwaukee off I94. Perfect for singles, DINKS (dual income no kids), Single parent, snowbirds, fast track urban professionals.

One bedroom, two bedrooms, some with dens--Seven different models to choose from. Ready to be customized with flooring, paint and appliances of your choice. Ask the team.

 Meet the sales team!

Congress is voting this week whether to continue the $8K tax incentive after November 30, 2009. Hmmm.
We have Johnson Bank offering a 30-year fixed rate Mortgage; 5% down; low financing rate. ASK!

Take I94 to Hwy G north 3/4 mile to Fieldhack Rd in Pewaukee, follow to Meadowbrook Village at end of development.

Or contact Rebecca Sprague rebecca@shorewest.com / 262-567-8302 x132

CAN'T MAKE IT? WE'RE OPEN TUESDAYS 4-6 PM
SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS 1-4 PM

www.rebecca.shorewest.com  - www.meadowbrook-village.com  -  www.condoswisconsin.net

My sister is the occasional blogger for me, and I forgot to give her the new name of the former Four Seasons Salon in Okauchee. Mea culpa here.

The new Salon is called Lake View Salon -- very apropo, it's situated in downtown Okauchee, between two lakes, Okauchee on the north side and Florence Lake on the south side (well, my directions are a little off, more like southwest).

Up and coming business, walk-ins welcome. Appointments desired. Check it out for salon-style work at good country prices.

Okay, our lunch choices in Oconomowoc is not bad. I love Sweetie Pies, downtown. Spinnakers has a nice porch, and view of Lac LaBelle. Winesteins is great for salads and wraps.

But for real Italian food, you can't beat Porticello's on Silver Lake.

Until last week, they opened at 4:00 pm. Now they open at 11:00 am during the week!! Be still my heart. I can get my eggplant fix early now. I heard their lunch prices are excellent. Lasagne for $4.00?

Don't quote me, I'm not a lasagne eater. But give me those vegetables...it's a different story.

If you're in Oconomowoc, check it out. I give it 5-stars.

Family homestead! Exceptional stone farm home set just over the county line. Birds eye views and sunsets from the grand wrap around porch. English gardens set around pergola and trellis. French grape vines inspire a new hobby. Authentic architecture with modern updates. Wood floors grace interior, cherry millwork in the kitchen and dining. Large rooms, high ceilings, walk-in closets in bedrooms. The back staircase leads to a small office alcove studio, inspirational! Second floor utility room could be switched back to a bedroom. Walk-up 3rd floor attic ready for finishing. If you have been looking for that certain country home with character, this is it! $299,900

Directions: Hwy 16 exit Hwy P, north just over the county line, on east side of road.

Contact me, Rebecca Sprague at 262-567-8351or rebecca@shorewest.com

Quality built lake home set on double lot with shared access, pier and boat slip on clear clean Silver Lake. Convenient to I94 and Pabst Farms shopping. Stone natural fireplace and lake views from the living room. Open kitchen has cathedral ceiling and skylights to create light bright space.

Great for morning coffee and views of the lake. Convenient main floor master bedroom suite. Two spacious bedrooms upstairs with second full bath. Main floor utility room. Lower level music room insulated for sound absorption. Extra deep garage for boat storage. Concrete driveway with concrete slab off garage. 50 year newer roof, newer furnace.

Shared frontage across the street provides pier and boat slip for minimal yearly installation fee.

Directions: I94 exit Hwy 67 north, 2nd light (Hwy B/Valley Rd) west. 4th house after the old Chuck's Supper club.

Rebecca Sprague CRS, GRI, CSRS
Buying the American Dream!
Shorewest - Lake Country Office:
262.567.8302 X132
414.699.REBA
rebecca@shorewest.com

Quality Kingsway stone and cedar Cape "The Bridgeport", set on country estate parcel. Seven plus acres to enjoy recreational activities, atv, horses, or plantings. Even the dog is setup here with kennel access through garage.

Enter to discover 2 story foyer, hardwood floors and space to move! Four bedrooms up, main floor bedroom with full bath. Finished lower level also has a full bath, cobblestone fireplace and office, egress to garage by 2nd stairway. Gourmet kitchen, solid surface counters, island cook top, butlers pantry makes formal dining serving a breeze! Easy entertaining. Dinette provides double patio door access to the 2 tiered deck. Open concept kitchen family room, cozy red brick masonry fireplace focal point.

Master suite offers 3 walk-in closets, sitting area and spa bath. Ceramic shower, double vanity, whirlpool and those country views! All bedrooms have ample closet space! Loft library shows off beautiful millwork. Central vac, intercom, 6-panel doors, new carpet and custom paint complete your home. Move in ready. Hwy 83 north just outside North lake. Arrowhead Schools.

Directions: Hwy 16 exit Hwy 83 north, west on County Line Rd, short turn left.

Rebecca Sprague CRS, GRI, CSRS
Buying the American Dream!
Shorewest - Lake Country Office:
262.567.8302 X132
414.699.REBA
rebecca@shorewest.com

Blackhawk Estate set on 30+ acres, privacy with development potential. Hidden driveway leads to undisturbed conservancy and woodlands.

Quality built custom exposed ranch home. Gourmet kitchen boasts granite counters, SubZero, Bosch and Thermadore appliances. Open kitchen and dining, heated tile floors, buffet with wine service. Sunroom makes way to the deck for easy elegant entertaining. Cathedral ceiling, skylight and walls of windows create a very personal space. Main floor luxury master suite has private balcony for sunset views. Gas fireplace adds warmth. A closet you would never complain about! Double tiled glass shower, whirlpool, double vanity with corian counters. Second bedroom suite.

There are 3 fireplaces in this home! Walk-out lower creates game room option with wet bar, bricked fireplace. Office area customized with bookshelves, computer desk and storage. Fourth bedroom and half bath allow for guests.

There are 2 basement areas for expansion or storage. 2.5 attached garage and additional 2.5 auxiliary garage. Multiple tax bills, property extend along Blackhawk drive. Limited access to Lac La Belle. Building potential at the front of lot off Hwy 67 along driveway, to the homesite.

Directions: Lake Rd (previously Hwy 67) just north of Blackhawk on West side of road.

Rebecca Sprague CRS, GRI, CSRS
Buying the American Dream!
Shorewest - Lake Country Office: 262.567.8302 X132
414.699.REBA

Where can you get a professional wash and style for $16? Try Debbie Lynn at the re-opened Four Seasons Beauty Salon.

The building is still for sale. I should know, I've been trying to sell it for my cousin Diane Mahnke Hubing, but with the recession -- it seemed more advantageous to rent it out and keep it going.What was downtown Okauchee without the Four Seasons? It had been a mainstay for over 40 years (as a salon).

According to Millie Babich, in "Gateway to Okauchee" it was one of the first grocery stores that belonged to Walter and Mrs. Schraudenbach. Then it was operated after 1909 as a grocery and post office.  It was also known as Walter's Bootery, a shoe store.

It's the end of an era, and the beginning of a new one. Our youngest, my nephew, is graduating high school. It will be another generation before I see another one. Or visit the school to pick him up from the sick room. The next time I go to Oconomowoc High School will be to vote -- or visit the new theatre.

Oconomowoc has always been dedicated to the cultural arts. We have an impressive art gallery and store downtown, a local theatre arts group and live theatre, organized concerts at different venues, and of course, the VFW band plays at the band shelter.

Did you know that the original movie,"The Wizard of Oz"premiered in Oconomowoc? To celebrate the grand opening of the new Theatre at OHS, {also known as the Oconomowoc Arts Center} the Oconomowoc Area Historical Society made a display of Wizard of Oz history and memorabilia exhibit. If you enjoy the exhibit, drop an email to the Society at oahs-m@sbcglobal.net and let the hardworking volunteers know.

Saturday, July 25, 2009

9:30 am Coffee Hour & refreshments

10:00 am Membership Meeting; Program to follow

 "Sailing on the Inland Lakes"

Presentation by Dr. Charles Hajinian

Dr. Charles Hajinian is a historian for the Nagawicka Lake Yacht Club. This is the right season to join us in his presentation about the history of sailing from 1902.  We will journey through the joy of using the inland lakes for sailing and forming yacht clubs in the Oconomowoc area.  Enjoy and learn about the types of sail boats and the rules and regulations of a regatta through a slide show presentation.  This program promises to be interesting and ties in nicely with the new Sailing & Yacht Club Sports

The Oconomowoc Area Historical Society & Museum is located at 103 W. Jefferson St. in Oconomowoc, across from Roosevelt field. At the downtown Four Corners, go south on Main St., straight to Jefferson St.

Public is invited and encouraged to come!

www.oconomowochistoricalsociety.com