Excellence Up Close and Personal in Idyllwild CA

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Real Estate Agent with eXp Realty of California, Inc. CA DRE #01490977

Excellence Up Close and Personal

 

You might be thinking this is about the Olympics. But it's not.

 

Saxophone Player at Fratello's Restaurant in Idyllwild CAWe just spent a long weekend in Idyllwild, a mountain town about 2 hours from Carlsbad filled with art, music, good restaurants, and an alpine feel, at over 5000 feet above sea level and a haven for hikers and those who love the outdoors!

 

We had two terrific dinners, but our best experience, Saturday night, was at Fratello's in the downtown area.

 

It was a beautiful warm evening, with a lively crowd, and a terrific jazz band ("Umlimited") on the outdoor patio. We were treated to wonderful music and, now and then, the opportunity to witness their very talented saxophone player up close and personal - he liked to wander and entertain the tables close by, and we had the benefit of watching some very talented sax fingers barely 3 feet way on more than one occasion.

 

What a treat to enjoy someone who is very good at what they do and who clearly enjoys it.

 

 

Comments (15)

Noah Seidenberg
Coldwell Banker - Evanston, IL
Chicagoland and Suburbs (800) 858-7917

Good for you Jeff Dowler, I am glad you had some fun. Soothing Jazz music warms the soul. 

Aug 14, 2016 12:17 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

It was a wonderful evening, Noah Seidenberg  and we spent more than an hour longer than dinner just to enjoy it all. A very special evening and a well-deserved time away together!

Jeff

Aug 14, 2016 12:34 PM
Lottie Kendall
Compass - San Francisco, CA
Helping make your real estate dreams a reality

Sounds like a fabulous weekend. Sometimes those short get-aways are exactly what we need.

Aug 14, 2016 12:43 PM
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

What fun Jeff and part of what makes life good when you spend it doing things you love and with those you love.

Aug 14, 2016 12:59 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Jeff Idlewind has been on my list to do, now that I know there is a Restaurant with a Jazz band I am thrilled, the only drawback I see is what you mentioned on my post...limited Internet:))Endre

p/s/than again that is not so bad:))))))))))

Aug 14, 2016 01:19 PM
Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint
Sandpoint Realty LLC - Sandpoint, ID
North Idaho Real Estate - 208-255.6227

Hello Jeff.  I would have been surprised not to see our good friend Endre Barath, Jr. commenting on this evening.  It sounds wonderful and like a cool retreat from the heat.  Mark

Aug 14, 2016 01:36 PM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
www.iCharlotteHomes.com | The Maxwell House Group | RE/MAX Executive | (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The right Charlotte REALTOR!

Sounds like a delightful evening in Idlewind, Jeff!  I love the musicians who roam the room - it really does make the evening more enjoyable!

Aug 14, 2016 02:15 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Lottie Kendall 

Agreed. It was great fun and such a different area from where we live. And with great food and music, plus time to relax there were no complaints!

Jeff

Aug 14, 2016 04:07 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Debbie Reynolds 

So very true. We had a wonderful time, and it went quickly. Wonderful art, views, food and music helped to make a special weekend!

Jeff

Aug 14, 2016 04:08 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Endre Barath, Jr. 

Don't let that disuade you. The wifi wasn't bad (using my phone) where we were stayed a mile from town, and in town I had no issues at all getting access. And with AR acting up anyhow on Saturday it was not a big deal. It was just alittle slower than I am used to but so what!

Definitely take the time to go!

Jeff

Aug 14, 2016 04:11 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint 

Actually it was hotter there than on the coast where I live, depsite being in the mountains - mid 80s on Saturday, high 80s Sunday. But beautiful and clear and gorgeous scenery. I think Endre Barath, Jr. should go. They have a big jazz festival next weekend, although I imagine it's hard to get rooms at this point. The Inn where we stayed is booked up for their 14 cabins!

Jeff

Aug 14, 2016 04:14 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Debe Maxwell 

They were very entertaining and the diners loved it. It's a pretty small venue so pretty intimate. And with good music and beautiful weather it was a perfect evening with my wife!!

Jeff

Aug 14, 2016 04:15 PM
James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR
Exceptional Agents, Outstanding Results

Good morning Jeff.  Good to hear you had a great time.  As for me I just never got into jazz. 

Aug 14, 2016 07:13 PM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Jeff. This is good and very special. Sounds like a place I would enjoy too.

Aug 14, 2016 11:12 PM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Los Angeles Pasadena 818.516.4393

Hi Jeff --- what a nice getaway and not that far away.  One of the many advantages of California is the geographic diversity as well as the many different ways to enjoy it.  

Aug 14, 2016 11:36 PM

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