Dennis Pease

I have some friends that live in Florentine Estates a 55+ manufactured home community in Florence, Oregon that were telling me they would like to do the snowbird thing but they really love their home and didn't think they wanted to spend a few months in an RV. Since they are prepared to spend the money on a big fancy motor home I mentioned to them that since that doesn't really appeal to them that much, why not purchase a second home. Wow they said, they really hadn't given that a thought.

So as we talked this through they decided if they were to purchase a second home in California they really liked Carlsbad and have friends there. They also would prefer to be in a 55+ subdivision and they love to play Golf. My brother used to live in Carlsbad and I thought I remembered a nice place just a couple of miles from the beach that would be great for them but I couldn't remember the name or exact location, so I told them to let me see what I could find for them and that I have a good friend that is a real estate broker there that would be happy to help them if we found something.

From my friend, Bob Crain's website I was able to locate the spot. Rancho Carlsbad is nestled in the scenic, Sycamore Valley just a couple miles to the beach which is perfect for my friends since that is exactly what they are accustomed to; it's about 2 miles to the beach from where they currently live in Florence.

If you are looking for a 55+ community near the coast of California or Oregon you should check out both of those links.

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This was probably one of the nicest Rhody Days 3 day weekend events ever. The weather could not have been better. Friday was a scorcher by Florence standards with some areas seeing 99 degrees. Saturday cooled to the high 70's and was just perfect with old town full of people just having a great time. Sunday cooled a little more and ranged from 65 to 75 and was sunny and absolutely perfect for the 101st Rhody Days parade on Highway 101.

For those that have never been to Rhody Days in Florence Oregon you missed a great time, hopefully you can make the next one.

Florence has many very cool events throughout the year so I hope to see you at one coming soon. Among some of the other favorites that you may want to schedule ahead of time is the Chowder, Blues & Brews in the fall.

One thing about Florence though is that it doesn't have to be a holiday or special events weekend to have a great time here with the Siuslaw River running through town, we are located on the spectacular Oregon Coast which is always fun, winter, spring summer or fall. Then there are the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area and 17 Nearby Fresh Water Lakes for fishing and recreation and countless streams, waterfalls and hiking trails. Not to mention miles of beach that you will think is your own private beach just because there is so much beach available that it is very easy to get to in areas that very often you can't even see the closest people to you.

Come visit our spectacular town and you may find yourself thinking this is where you want to live next. That is when you will want to give me a call or visit my Lane County Oregon Real Estate website ahead of time. Don't hesitate to contact us anytime with questions or for more information.