http://www.MyPortlandOregonHome.comTicor Title Oregon(listingpromotertor.com)http://listingpromotertor.com/Uploads/67/63/16763/images/Sharon%20pics%20003.jpghttp://www.MyPortlandOregonHome.comhttp://www.LakeOswegoTownhouse.comMon, 11 Feb 2008 11:16:56 GMT Fabulous Home in Mt. Park only 10 Minutes to Downtown-- Beautiful & large Lake Oswego 3 Bedroom/ 2.5 Bath Townhouse with Attached Double Garage--New Price- $20,000 under tax value--now only $264,700! Love to be near the conveniences of downtown Portland, but craving the tranquility of nature? Want the convenience of a condo, but the space of a home? Then call Sharon Francis at 503-516-8066 now to see this lovely updated townhouse condo in Lake Oswego's beautiful Mountain Park. With new carpets, appliances, paint & other updates, this home is in turn-key condition just waiting for you! On the main living area, you'll find a spacious south facing light-filled living room overlooking a treed setting, with a territorial view of the foothills of Mt. Hood. The covered balcony invites you and your guests to linger on a summer evening. Inside, there's a sleek & classy brass wood stove to gather around while still enjoying the view. You'll have many options for using this large space which has plenty of room for a formal dining set as well. The living area opens to a smaller room that would make a perfect den or library. The galley style kitchen, with pergo-type flooring, has been updated with new stainless steel appliances and tiled backsplash. Through the kitchen arch is a comfortable dining nook that looks out to the garden area, a lovely area for your informal meals. An elegant half bath powder room completes the main living area, with a custom console for the burnished "gold" sink. Upstairs are three bedrooms, two of which overlook the fabulous view. These two bedrooms share a classy bath with tiled shower. The quiet master suite has its own bath. On the ground level is a basement with the laundry room with sink, a built-in central vac system, and a finished room with a wall of storage cabinets. This could be another office, craft or exercise room, or perhaps a theater room. Here is the entrance to the oversized double car garage with plenty of room for your projects. Located in Lake Oswego in prestigious Mountain Park, the home is in a 12 unit townhouse project called Avocet, which has an active homeowners' association with a monthly fee of $275, that includes sewer, water and management. Additionally, the home is in Mountain Park, which includes 15 miles of walking trails, tennis courts, parks, and a beautiful community center with exercise facility, classes, drop-in child care and other amenities. http://www.mountainparkhoa.com/assets/morefacts.pdf For more info about current events at Mt. Park, please visit http://www.mountainparkhoa.com/ Lovingly maintained & upgraded by the present owners, this spacious townhome is perfectly situated for enjoying the many amenities of Lake Oswego and Portland. It is a mere 10-15 minutes to downtown Portland by car--there is also public bus transportation available. Similarly, it is 5-10 minutes driving distance to the quaint shops & cafes of popular downtown Lake Oswego. And it is walking distance to two Mountain Park shopping areas--.39 of a mile to a center off Boones Ferry Road where there's a New Seasons Grocery, Starbucks & other services, and .34 to another shopping area to the west. See www.walkscore.com Within a 5-10 minute drive, you'll also find the new Bridgeport outdoor "lifestyle" shopping with its upscale shops, movies and restaurants. Similarly close is the major regional shopping center of Washington Square. Please call 503-516-8066 soon to view this great home-- your Lake Oswego retreat awaits! And to find out more about Lake Oswego Real Esate & Portland Real Estate please visit http://www.MyPortlandOregonHome.com where you can sign up for daily Lake Oswego & Portland real estate listing updates. Thanks for visiting our website--we look forward to hearing from you soon! Sharon Francis , Your Lake Oswego & Portland Real Estate Broker Bringing you caring and committed professional real estate services in Metro Portland. http://www.thevisionaryestate.comThu, 29 Nov 2007 09:17:19 GMTWith its European-style interior courtyard replete with balconies and sparkling fountain, this beautiful Portland Oregon area home has a light filled interior with dramatic soaring spaces and curving walls. It opens to a landscaped half acre with brick patios, a sweeping level expanse of lawn, and brick terraces, steps and walls, capped by a gazebo fit for a wedding. Situated in Tigard, a quiet suburb 20-30 minutes from downtown Portland, the home is less than 10 minutes from Oregon’s wine country, and 90 minutes from the beach. Dubbed The Visionary in a Street of Dreams show, the award-winning home features steel construction which makes possible the daring and dramatic features including a 32 foot tall entry and incredible “floating” staircase.For those with extended family, or even those needing a master on the main level, a 544 sq foot guest suite is attached to the main home via glass-roofed corridors, and includes a living area with fireplace, a kitchen, bedroom and bath, with direct access to the courtyard or backyard. It has wide entrances, with minimal steps to enter, and a very accessible kitchen. Light-drenched rooms enjoy the finest finishes and features, including cherry cabinetry, upholstered window seats, art niche, 9’curved glass divider, hand-painted window and a mural of vineyards. Upstairs in the main home, two bedrooms share a Jack & Jill bath while a third bedroom has an adjoining bath. The master suite, with its own balcony overlooking the courtyard, features a large dressing/exercise area. A spacious den has built-in cabinetry and bookcases. The kitchen, with easy access to the brick patios, has custom cherry cabinets, wine storage, glass display cabinets, pull-out shelves, double ovens. Outside, you’ll find brick patios and a waterfall and pond edging a wide expanse of lawn. Finally, you’ll love the dramatic upper terrace faced with brick walls and formal staircase. A path winds through the mature landscaping on that upper terrace, where you can rest on the bench, or enjoy shade inside the custom gazebo. What a perfect spot for parties—even a wedding! A Zen garden is hidden on the side of the house. When you’re ready to venture out, garden nurseries, fruit stands, Christmas tree farms, pumpkin patches and berry picking are less than five minutes away. Or in about 25 minutes, you can be down in Portland’s Pearl District for a night on the town. Ponzi's original winery is under 10 minutes away.This home stands out in Portland or anywhere! Make this your Oregon retreat. It is a home for all seasons! Architecturally designed retreat with 4962 sq ft.This former Street of Dreams award winning home was dubbed "The Visionary" by the builders, an apt name still because of its sumptuous design that is in a class of its own. Soaring spaces and curving walls both inspire and soothe as one enjoys all that the home has to offer. Landscaped .48 acre lot with gardens.The grounds were architecturally designed, and feature sumptuous use of hardscape materials, such as cobblestone patios, and brick walls. A waterfall and pond at sound and motion. The upper back of the property is a terrace with a gazebo and bench from which you can enjoy the view of the rose gardens and overall territorial views. A meandering path winds through this shady level. On the side of the home is a Zen-like garden, with a bench and roses. NeighborhoodThis is is situated in Pleasant View, a neighborhood originally built to feature one of Portland's Street of Dreams. The other homes are all distinctive and on well-kept large lots with wide, curving streets and sidewalks. Ponzi Winery, one of Oregon's first wineries, is less than 10 minutes away. The beach at Lincoln City is less than 90 minutes to the west. While Tualatin and Tigard are the closest locations, one can be at Oregon's Silicon Forest, or downtown in 20-30 minutes. The home is on Bull Mountain, which is at the edge of Portland's urban growth boundary, meaning that within minutes you can be at U-pick berry farms, and country fruit stands. Nearby country roads are popular with bicylists as well. Fabulous Attached Guest SuiteThe delightful 544 sq ft guest suite has its own wing for privacy. A vaulted great room design with a small kitchen, living area with fireplace and a view to the courtyard, bedroom and full bath. This suite is level with the brick patio, and may be partially handicapped accessible--the buyer needs to independently verify this. Incredible Private Interior CourtyardThe home encircles an open-air courtyard, with plantings, and a dancing dolphin fountain. Providing the ultimate outdoor privacy, the courtyard gives a sense of serenity to the interior rooms which are flooded in light. Evening lighting further heightens the drama of the courtyard and fountain. Dramatic EntryUpon entering the home, the visitor is struck by the unique beauty as conveyed in the view toward the dining room. Steel construction enabled an exceptionally tall entry--32 feet--which is capped by a four piece skylight, from which a glamorous chandelier spirals downward. Masterpiece StaircaseThe curving staircase is a work of art, which the current owner has complemented with the placement of a grand piano in its curve. Crafted in South America of cherry wood, the wood was subjected to four months of constant pressure to achieve the curve. It appears to "float", having support only at the top and the bottom. Spacious Study/DenA spacious study is to the left of the entry, but far enough removed to maintain privacy. Outfitted with custom cherry cabinets and bookshelves, it is currently used as a music room, but it would easily accomodate at least two work spaces. Sillouette Blinds create filtered light and privacy. Living RoomThe formal living room has a magnificent marble faced wood burning fireplace. French doors lead to the courtyard, and upholstered window seats offer a quiet spot for reading. Dining RoomPerhaps the most dramatic space in the home, the dining room, with its soaring ceiling and the tall bank of windows looking onto the courtyard, offers the perfect center for entertainment. A subtly elegant curved glass wall encircles one side of the room. A custom painted glass window is shared with the formal living room. Family RoomWith French doors to the courtyard, the family room is another restful retreat next to the media room. It has an unusual gas fireplace which is surrounded by windows with more views to the courtyard. Media RoomThis cozy retreat has built-in cabinetry to accomodate the latest big screen or flat screen T.V.'s, along with controls for a whole-house built-in sound system. KitchenAs you enter the kitchen, you'll be impressed by the extensive cherry woodwork and finish work. Inside, a cook's kitchen with perfect work triangle provides elegant and ample space. Counter-tops are finished with tile, and the curvy island and eating bar has pristine Corian. The cherry cabinets by Park Place are top of the line, with pull-out shelving, under-cabinet lighting, and two areas of beveled glass front display cabinets. Directly off the kitchen is a brick patio and the pond and waterfall. LaundryThe spacious laundry room just off the kitchen includes a pantry, a sink, and a built-in ironing board. GarageAn oversized three car garage with built-in storage, offers two entrances to the home, and a separate backdoor directly to the brick patio. Custom painted, it is an inviting area with the latest custom speckled floor treatment. Upstairs "suspended" bridgeAt the top of the beautiful staircase is a bridge which leads to the master bedroom at one end, and to three other bedrooms at the other end. The bridge is partially suspended and was made possible by the steel construction. Master BedroomThis warm room offers respite at the end of a long day. An upholstered window seat fills a round niche overlooking the courtyard and the backyard, and from the balcony, you can enjoy the sounds of the dolphin fountain. A large bath, with a sunken tub and double shower leads to an oversized dressing room area. Here you'll find four closets, built-in cabinets, and room for your exercise equipment. The Oregon BedroomThis delightful room enjoys a curved wall that is painted with a vineyard scene from the nearby Oregon Wine Country. It has an oversized walk-in closet, and shares an adjoining bath with the N.Carolina bedroom. The North Carolina BedroomHighlighting traditional cherry furnishings, this beautifully furnished room shares the bath with the Oregon Bedroom. The California BedroomA curved nook overlooking the courtyard and neighboring hills is furnished with an upholstered window seat in this pastel room with a beach theme. It enjoys an adjoining bath that also has an entry from the main hall. Sustainable Steel Framing Steel framing is one of the most sustainable materials--steel is the most recycled material in the world. Its inherent strength and flexibility give superior protection against earthquakes, fire, dry rot and pests. The Visionary enjoys dramatic architectural features that would not have been possible with wood framing. 3 fireplaces: 2 gas, 1 wood burning Built-in Speakers throughout home & patio 3 furnaces; 2 airconditioners; 2 hot water heaters Central Vacuum California Closets Pristine stucco exterior with transferable warranty One Year Home Owners Warranty MLS #7052328 5 spacious bedrooms and 4.5 baths