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Seven Springs, PA October 2009 Property Transfers

106 Southwind $675,000

2907 Swiss Mtn $100,000

Recorded sales transfers for the resorts are acquired electronically from records inputted at the Somerset County Court House, Office of the Recorder of Deeds. We review sales in Jefferson (Hidden Valley) and Middlecreek (Seven Springs) Townships on a weekly basis.

Prices do not reflect bill of sales and other out of settlement transfers. Furnishings, which are included in the majority of sales are assigned no monetary value. We do not post transfers that carry $1.00 values

Hidden Valley, PA October 2009 Property Transfers

1244 Tanyard $182,500

1807 Eagles Ridge $187,500

1807 Eagles Ridge $187,500

1931 South Ridge $292,000

62 Valley View $133,000

1585 Snowfield $200,000

Recorded sales transfers for the resorts are acquired electronically from records inputted at the Somerset County Court House, Office of the Recorder of Deeds. We review sales in Jefferson (Hidden Valley) and Middlecreek (Seven Springs) Townships on a weekly basis.

Prices do not reflect bill of sales and other out of settlement transfers. Furnishings, which are included in the majority of sales are assigned no monetary value. We do not post transfers that carry $1.00 values.

Tree Tops Restaurant

Wags and I have been meaning to get here and then some good friends surprised us with a gift certificate and our visit got pushed to the top of the to do list!! We can't believe it took so long for us to share this gem with you!

Their slogan is "Dining Enriched with Nature." Executive Chef Mark F. Henry spent some time with us chatting about this restaurant and one soon to be very close to our resorts! Tree Tops is a 20 minute ride from the Donegal turnpike exit. Mark's goal is to provide the consumer with "unique organic cuisine." Take a peak at our slide show. Excellent food! (Note to the ladies, wear flats as the walk way is shale.)

So you are saying where is it and why is it there? Great history story! We are certain that many of our readers have toured Frank Lloyd Wright's homes, Falling Water or Kentuck Knob. They are true treasures in the midst of our Laurel Highlands! We are also certain that many of you are NOT aware that there are three other homes at Polymath Park Resort that have his signature and influence!

"Polymath Park was the brain child of Peter Berndtson's. He was an apprentice under Frank Lloyd Wright back in the 50's. This 125 acre parcel then named Treetops and Mountain Circles was to have 24 houses each set within a 300 foot circular clearing within the woods. From "Bing" the development would have looked like a grape vine! Only two homes were ever built.

They are the Balter House a 1964 custom stone and redwood vacation home. Then in 1965 the Blum House was completed. It is another masterpiece of Peter Berndtson. The natural surroundings, glass walls, and windows provide a long view of the 20 acre meadow, reflecting pond, and our Laurel Highlands. As promised there is also the The Duncan House which is a 1957 Usonian designed by Frank Lloyd Wright which was saved by the Frank Lloyd Wright Building Conservancy, moved and rebuilt at the park in 2007." All three properties offer lodging opprotunities!"

Back to Tree Tops! They are open Thursday-Saturday 4 -10p.m. and Sunday 11a.m. to 6 p.m. with what we've heard is an incredible brunch! Reservations are a must call 877-833-7829 extension 3. Share your experience! Address: 1 Usonian Drive, Acme, PA 15610. For an aerial map CLICK HERE.

Realestate for sale and sold in the Laurel Highlands 3rd Quarter 2009

PROPERTIES ON THE MARKET 3rd Quarter 2009

MLS 799234 528 Nebo Road Ext, Melcroft 1 BR 1B house on state stocked trout stream. New roof, windows, bath, lighting, insulation, electric bb heat, ONLY$59,000

MLS 797980 112 Hill view Lane, Melcroft 4BR, 1B Renovated home with newer siding, electrical panel, windows, furnace, and insulation. Room for 2 bath, garage $92,500

MLS 797487 8114 StoneGate, Seven Springs 4BR, 3B Furnished Emerald floor plan with custom 4th BR. Ski in and out. Awesome east views. $375,000

MLS 796532 2406 South Ridge Lane, Hidden Valley 3BR, 2B house with garage. Great condition, all furnishings and appliances, great deck and back yard. $323,000

MLS 795770 113 Chipmunk Court, 7 Springs. BIG 4BR, 4 1/2B, townhouse, beautiful furnishings, 3 fireplaces, 2 car GARAGE, overlooks chipmunk pond, end unit, gated
Southwind community. Built 2007 $899,000

MLS 794092 1467 Gebhart Way, Hidden Valley 2BR, 2B townhouse, furnished with appliances, close to all resort amenities. $164,900

MLS 789896 3D4 Mt. Villas 4BR, 3B beautifully furnished, only 4 like this. Close to golf course, shuttle to slopes. $225,000

MLS 788422 1247 Tanyard, Hidden Valley 2BR, 2B with LOFT. Walk to slopes, tennis, and pool, Condo in great shape, furnished and appliances. $179,000

MLS 787408 1150 Gary Road Trent 3BR, 1B newer trailer with kitchen and some furnishings. On .67 acres, block garage, well and septic. $64,000

MLS 782345 Fire Tower Road Building lot with spectacular southern valley views! Location allows you to be at either Seven Springs or Hidden Valley in 5 minutes!! Easy access to hiking and snowmobile trails. $169,000.

MLS 778633 330 DeerRidge, 7 Springs, 4BR, 3 1/2 B, Single Family, professionally decorated and landscaped, furnished Tyrol floor plan, custom spa and sunroom. $780,000

MLS 776348 8129 StoneGate, 7 Springs, 4BR, 3B, slope side, mountain views, furnished, appliances, AV, Jacuzzi in MB, garage NEW PRICE $399,000

MLS 772414 163 Quail Drive, Pheasant Run, 7 Springs 4BR, 4B Stunning Lindal custom home in gated community on 5.2 acres. Furnishings, appliances, and electronics go with this home. 2 car GARAGE Shuttle to slopes and resort. $1,250,000

MLS 771909 5314 Summit Vista, Hidden Valley, 2BR, 2B, furnished, decorated, renovated, very clean, front deck NEW PRICE $169,500

MLS 769200 P5 SunRidge, 7 Springs, 3BR, 3B, slope side, walk to pool, furnished, appliances, staged, $355,000

MLS 761532 175 Fern Mountain Road 4BR, 3 ½ Baths, Completed in 2008, premium construction, furnished, 6 flat screens, oversized 2 car GARAGE, 2 acre site. $899,000

MLS 759615 B33 StoneRidge, Seven Springs 3BR, 2 Baths, ski in and out, furnished, CARPORT, bedroom lockout for rental potential. NEW PRICE $228,000

MLS 758483 147 Alpine Heights, Champion 4BR, 4 Baths totally renovated with new kitchen, deck, windows, plumbing and fixtures. Over looks slopes. NEW PRICE $475,000

MLS 736542 Building Lots Guiher Subdivision 5 parcels perked about 2 acres each with hilltop rural views of the Laurel Highlands. Off County Line about 12 miles from 7 Springs. Buyer will have to drill well and install septic. $29K to $34K.

RECENT SALES OR UA

We are up to 15 closed transactions this year. Take note that we have represented buyers as long as they ARE NOT MAKING OFFERS ON OUR LISTINGS. Our in depth analysis of the market trends enhance the negotiating efforts and success of either a buyer or seller.

MLS 784240 62 Valley View, Hidden Valley 3BR, 1.5B, town home with awesome winter views of slopes and trails, $139,000 SOLD $133,000, 95.6% of list, 79 DOM on 10/23/2009

MLS 790110 191 Pletcher Rd, building lot in Laurel Highlands, sloping, cleared, buyer must drill well and install septic $32,000 SOLD 29,800, 93% of list, 14 DOM on 10/5/2009

MLS 777367 125 Route 31, Acme,1BR, 1B Farmhouse with 32X38 concrete block garage, $62,000 SOLD $55,000, 88.7 of list, 43 DOM, on 8/5/2009

MLS 767083 392 Kreinbrook Hill Road, Mt. Pleasant, 3BR, 2B, substantial brick home, 6 acre lot sees Pittsburgh skyline, appliances, 2 car garage $274,000 SOLD, $282,000, 103% of list, 91 DOM, on 8/31/2009

MLS 777481 4704 Swiss Mountain, 7 Springs, 3BR, 3B, Furnished, appliances, Largest Interlaken design, Mountain Views, $195,000 SOLD, $185,000, 92.3% of list, 41 DOM, on 8/19/2009

MLS 749257 Lot 202 Laurel Summit Home site, 2 acres, level, trees, UG utilities; buyer must drill well and install septic $55,000 SOLD $53,000, 96.3% of list, 229 DOM, on 6/17/2009

Research of sales in resort areas not represented by us personally from MLS and courthouse records are kept privately by us in our office. If you want our perception as to property sales history and potential value of your property in this area please contact us directly.

We need properties to sell. Properly priced and prepared properties are selling. To see how our " Key to Close" FULL SERVICE marketing plan and REDUCED EXPENSES gets results and GETS MORE MONEY FOR YOU. For a FREE EVALUATION and how your property could do in this market place call me direct at 412-551-1859 or reply to this e-mail.

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Note, please ask specifically for Abe or Wags if you have questions on a property, market conditions, or how your home fits in this market.

Arts and Cultural Celebration Hidden Valley, PA

Here's a first for our resorts! Hidden Valley has teamed up with Touchstone Center for Crafts to bring us this celebration. According to the web site "November 7 and 8 will feature interactive art demonstrations, arts and fine crafts exhibitors, children's workshops, live music, and great food."

What makes this different than a regular "craft show" is the input from Touchstone Center for Crafts. When originally founded in 1972 their mission was to ‘foster interest in the preservation of traditional mountain crafts." That's where the demonstrations including metal working, blacksmithing, pottery, and painting come into the event. They have expanded their class offerings to include more modern arts and crafts. Check out their class schedules.

Kelly, a good friend of ours is very excited to be demonstrating and hopefully selling her hand made glass bead jewelry. Here's a picture of her working the glass! Check out the Hidden Valley site for a list of artists and crafters.

Kelly

This should be an awesome weekend to enjoy the mountain activities especially with the Steelers playing on Monday! There will be chairlift, pony, and horse-drawn wagon rides for all to enjoy! Food wise you'll have a great selection! The open fire pit will offer smoked beef brisket, Mountain Jambalaya, oyster stew, grilled bourbon barbecue salmon and barbequed turkey legs.

See you there and remember to post about your experience!