Things to Do This New Year's Weekend in Park City

By diana

Dec 31, 2010

There are plenty of things to choose from this weekend to ring in the New Year in Park City! Here are some of the fun things going on:

Friday Dec. 31st

Jewel at the Eccles Center - Acclaimed singer, songwriter, poet, and three time Grammy award winner, Jewel, will be ringing in the New Year with a concert at the Eccles Center. The show starts at 7:30pm and tickets range from $25 to $150 and can be purchased by going to www.ecclescenter.org.

First Night with Melodramus and the School of Rock - Families can celebrate New Year's Eve together at this family friendly event taking place at the Prospector Square Lodge & Conference Center. Melodramus and other bands from the School of Rock will be jamming until midnight. Tickets are $10 online at www.firstnightpc2010.eventbrite.com or $12 at the door.

Canyons Resort New Year's Eve - Canyons will hold the New Year's Eve Rockin' Rail Jam that will end with fireworks at 7:30pm. The free event begins at 4pm in the resort village. Also a New Year's Eve Gala will be held in the Grand Summit Ballroom beginning at 8pm. Music, dancing, hats, food, and cash bar will be available. Admission is $55 for adults and $25 for children ages 12 and younger. For more info visit: www.thecanyons.com.

Imagine: Remembering the Fab Four - Say goodbye to 2010 by remembering The Beatles at the Egyptian Theatre on Main Street at 8pm. This tribute band not only plays Beatles music but dons accents, costumes and signature Beatles wit. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door. Go to www.parkcityshows.com to purchase tickets and get more info. They are also doing shows Saturday and Sunday night at the same time.

Other happenings this weekend:

Park City Film Series - This week, "Nowhere Boy," rated R will be screened at the Jim Santy Auditorium, Park City Library on Park Ave. "Nowhere Boy," examines the young John Lennon and his upbringing and relationship with Paul McCartney. Shows are on Friday & Saturday at 8pm and Sunday at 6pm. Tickets are $7 for general admission or $6 for students and seniors.

"Figurative Perspectives" at Julie Nester Gallery - The Julie Nester Gallery at 1280 Iron Horse Dr., is showing the works of sculptor Tor Archer and painter Daniel Ochoa. Archer's work is done mainly in cooper and focuses on the female form. Ochoa's art deals with personal identity driven by his bi-cultural upbringing. The show runs through the whole weekend with hours from 10-5 on Friday and 11-4 on Saturday and Sunday.

We hope you ring in 2011 safely and that the new year brings you new opportunities and much happiness!

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Deer Valley Real Estate Featured Property of the Week: Sterlingwood

By Delia Reece

Dec 30, 2010

Our Deer Valley Real Estate Featured property is in the exclusive gated community of Sterlingwood in Upper Deer Valley. Sterlingwood consists of only 18 units and offers the serenity of a private community, yet is within walking distance of all the shops and restaurants of Silver Lake. This three bedroom, three bath, town-home is only 4o steps to ski access and you can ski directly back into your back porch. Two of the three bedrooms are master suites and it also has a loft, providing plenty of room for visitors or family. Sterlingwood #8 has been completely remodeled with all new Viking appliances, windows, interior molding, and beautifully decorated and fully furnished. Common Area updates include heated driveways, new roofs, and exterior paint. Vaulted ceilings and large windows provide a warm living experience for the discriminating buyer. A huge great room with kitchen and dining room makes for great entertaining and the hot tub on the back deck looks right into the beautiful Aspen trees on the slopes of Deer Valley.

Priced at $1,395,000 this is an exceptional value for the location and ski access. Please go here to get more information and see more photos: http://www.deervalleyspecialist.com/property-details?mls=9987206. Or give me or Craig a call on our toll free line: 1-800-553-4666.

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Winter Storm Warning in Effect for Park City

By diana

Dec 29, 2010

A major snow storm arrived very early this morning and has been pounding Park City and surrounding areas all day. Deer Valley Resort, Park City Mountain Resort, and the Canyons are all reporting over a foot of new snow and counting! The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for Summit, Uinta, & Wasatch Counties until 5pm Thursday. If you are looking to come up to Park City on 1-80 or looking to go down to Salt Lake, chains or a 4x4 is required. Roads in Park City are wet, but the plows are doing an amazing job keeping the roads clear and safe. But please allow yourself extra time if traveling, things are moving slow everywhere in Park City right now.

Did anyone get out on the mountain today? How was the powder? Leave a comment and let us know how all this snow is making you smile!

*Photo was taken at the Canyons today by Niko Jensen.

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Reservations in Park City Up From Last Year

By diana

Dec 28, 2010

Luxury hotels in Park City are all reporting very strong bookings for this week and the rest of the winter. Three of those hotels: Waldorf Astoria Park City, Montage Deer Valley, and St. Regis Deer Valley say they are at full occupancy or close to it for Dec. 26th through the 31st, and the first quarter of 2011 is very strong. The five-star, five-diamond Stein Eriksen Lodge in Upper Deer Valley, is showing strong occupancy at 85 percent, and they also report a good forecast for beginning of 2011 and anticipate more reservations due to the good snow base and snow forecast showing big storms on the horizon.

The most recent data put November up 14.4 percent in occupancy from last year. Room rates were up over two percent. December bookings are expected to be up five percent over last year. For the next six months bookings are supposed to be up 2.5 percent over the same time last year. With the early snow and more coming it has definitely helped get the season off to a strong start.

Park City sure a buzz right now, we have noticed quite a few people are visiting for the first time, along with the regulars that come at this time every year. The new Montage Deer Valley especially seems to be drawing a new crowd that is exploring Park City for the first time. We welcome new and old visitors alike and are happy to see the town full to the brim with people! If you are visiting Park City and need help with anything please give us a call at 1-800-553-4666.

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Deer Valley Real Estate Tip of the Week: Home is Where the Tax Deduction Is

By diana

Dec 27, 2010

Lawn Care. Yes, you can deduct lawn maintenance if you fit the “Business Use” criteria. It’s deductible if your business client regularly visits your home office. You can even deduct snow removal fees!

Home Improvements. Windows, certain fuel stoves, storm doors all qualify. Even a skylight in a kitchen qualifies.

Window Coverings. Replacing your current blinds or drapes or adding a window film can get you a deduction. The only catch is it doesn’t apply to installation and the work must be done on the primary residence.

Energy Savers. New insulation upgrades can net you a 30% credit, but again, installation is not covered, and it must be on the primary residence.

A New Roof. Choosing the right product for a new roof can net you a nice deduction. A reflective roof, or an asphalt roof with appropriate cooling components meet the requirements as do metal roof with certain pigmented coatings. This will also improve the look of your roof, with products resembling slate, shake and tile.

Little things can add up to big deductions!

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Park City has a Bundle of Christmas Fun this Weekend

By diana

Dec 24, 2010

As if skiing or snowboarding down the slopes of any of Park City's three ski resorts isn't enough entertainment, there is plenty more to do this Holiday weekend.

Today December 24th, Santa will be skiing around Park City Mountain Resort and Canyons Resort. If your lucky catch a picture with him, or he might even give you some candy. Santa will be extra busy because he will also be at Snow Park Lodge in Deer Valley from 9am to 11am, and then he heads up to Silver Lake Lodge in Upper Deer Valley from noon until 1:30pm. Bring your camera and get your picture with the Jolly Old Man.

Then at 2pm at Miners Park on Main Street carolers will be singing all your favorite Christmas songs for free! Then get ready for the 47th annual Torchlight Parade at Park City Mountain Resort. Enjoy free hot chocolate and cookies in the Resort Plaza Area from 5:30-6:30pm and at 6:15pm Santa will lead the ski and snowboard schools down PayDay run in the Torchlight Parade. Be sure to visit with Santa before he heads off for his very busy night!

If you still have some energy left Kurt Bestor will be performing a solo piano concert called "One Silent Night," at the Egyptian Theatre on Main Street at 8pm. Tickets range from $25 to $30. Visit www.parkcityshows.com for more info. He will also do a Christmas Day concert at the same time.

So, we hope you enjoy your Holiday and have a fun-filled weekend in the snow!

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Park City Debuts Horse Drawn Carriage & Other Holiday Events

By diana

Dec 23, 2010

To add to the Holiday feel on Park City's Main Street a horse drawn carriage started making rounds on Main Street last weekend. The carriage makes a loop around Lower Main Street and Park Avenue and businesses say that it is adding even more of a Christmas feel around the already festive Old Town. The carriage rides will run through December 29th and run from 3pm to 10pm. So, if want to take a romantic ride up Main Street without tromping through the snow, this is the perfect opportunity!

Park City is abound with many Holiday activities today and through the weekend. Here are a few of things going on today Dec. 23rd:

*Carolers will sing at Miners Park on Main Street at 5pm - free admission

*Santa will be skiing the slopes at Canyons Resort, delivering candy and treats from 10am to 2pm.

*"A Rented Christmas," a great show for the whole family is playing at the Egyptian Theatre at 7:30pm. Tickets range from $15 to $23. Call 435-649-9371 for more info.

Stayed tuned for more exciting things happening tomorrow the 24th!

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People in Summit County, Utah are Least Obese in Nation

By diana

Dec 22, 2010

A recent study by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention found that fewer then 15 percent of Summit County residents are obese, making it the only county in the nation to be under 15 percent. It was also found that residents have a very low rate of diabetes. Being that Park City is part of Summit County and has been ranked high in other national health tests, Park City residents and officials are proud to have such a healthy community. Certainly all the care to put trails and emphasis on outdoor activity year round has helped Park City achieve this unique distinction.

Just another reason we love living here! There is so much to do outside be it skiing soft powder at Deer Valley, snow-shoeing in Round Valley, biking the mid-mountain trail, or hiking through the endless trails all around Park City! So, come to Park City and see what you are missing!

For more on Summit County being the least obese go here: http://www.parkrecord.com/ci_16905073?source=most_viewed

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Park City is Getting Buried with Snow!

By Delia Reece

Dec 21, 2010

It has been snowing in Park City since Sunday and it won't be letting up anytime soon. The slopes are covered in fresh powder with skiers and snowboarders alike rejoicing! It is perfect timing with Christmas just a few days away and lots of tourists in town craving some good snow. Everyone is going to get their wish for a VERY white Christmas.

Deer Valley Resort is reporting 16 inches in the last 24 hours and 41 inches in the last 72 hours. Park City Mountain Resort reports 24'' in the last 24 hours and 51'' in the last 72 hours. The Canyons reports 15'' in the last 24 hours and 37'' in the last 72 hours.

If you are planning to go to Little or Big Cottonwood Canyons, chains or four wheel drive is required. The roads are looking better for right now, but we are suppose to get slammed this evening so if you need to do anything, do it before night fall!

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Deer Valley Real Estate Tip of the Week: Feng Shui

By Delia Reece

Dec 20, 2010

Stressed out and frazzled? That’s when home becomes sanctuary. The ancient Asian art that began in China can help with that, with such famous people as Oprah, Steven Spielberg and Donald Trump practicing it.

Feng Shui (Fung Shway) focuses on a balance between the Yin and Yang and the five elements of fire, earth, metal, water and wood. The living room is all about promoting an easy flow of positive energy. First de-clutter the room; less is more with Feng Shui. Arrange what is needed in a comfortable layout, preferably in a circular pattern rather than having most of the furniture against a wall or tucked in a corner.

Mirrors are great to incorporate in the living room, because they tend to give the illusion of more space. Be careful what the mirror reflects though. It should be something beautiful like a plant or a piece of art. One last thing to make certain of is that the light is throughout the whole room and there are no dark corners.

If you are looking to buy or sell a home or condo in Park City or Deer Valley please call us at 1-800-553-4666 we have 30 years of experience and would love to share it with you!

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