L’Auberge de Sedona has plans to expand and these plans were recently approved by the Sedona City Council.  The resort plans to add a new pool, a new parking garage with a roof of solar panels and 31 new lodging units.  In addition L’Auberge de Sedona will build four affordable housing units for Spector employees, School District employees and City of Sedona employees.  L’Auberge de Sedona attracts high-end guests who are looking for luxury vacations.  The expansion of L’Auberge de Sedona is seen as a commitment to Sedona and faith in Sedona remaining strong as a destination location.

Sedona Arizona is a fabulous setting for resort real estate.  If you have been considering investing in luxury real estate consider Sedona.  There couldn’t be a better time to buy real estate in Sedona, with home prices down and mortgage rates at historical lows.  Contact Claudia Ault today for a complete analysis of the Sedona Real Estate market.

For the best in Sedona Real Estate service and knowledge, contact Claudia Ault at 928-301-3016. For a complimentary search of the Sedona MLS and access to all property currently on the market in Sedona AZ, visit www.claudiaault.com.

Don’t miss the Old Time Fiddlers on January 10th at the Canyon Moon Theatre in Sedona Arizona.  The Old Time Fiddlers will play fiddles, banjos, mandolins, guitars, and the piano.  The group will have a member from one of its youth programs, a ten year old who is  ready to fiddle her heart out.  Come down to the Canyon Moon Theatre and enjoy some foot stomping, great music on January 10th.  For more information call (928) 284-5478 or visit www.canyonmoontheatre.org.

There is always something happening in Sedona Arizona and there could not be a better time to invest in Sedona real estate.  Sedona will always be a desirable place to call home and whether you are looking for a second home or a home to relocate to, contact Claudia Ault today.  Resort real estate is a great investment and Sedona offers a fantastic opportunity to put your money.  No one can match Claudia Ault’s knowledge and experience when it comes to Sedona Real Estate.

For a complimentary search of the Sedona MLS and access to all property currently on the market in Sedona AZ, visit www.claudiaault.com. For the best in Sedona Real Estate service and knowledge, contact Claudia Ault at 928-301-3016.

Closets might just be the small improvement your home needs when getting ready to sell.  Newer homes are built with bigger closets these days and they aren’t just dark spaces with doors any more.  Today’s closets, thanks to companies like California Closets and other offshoots, are filled with light and organized spaces like drawers, shelves, shoe racks and hanging bars that hang at different heights to accommodate different articles of clothing.  Some closets are like small rooms.  Regardless of whether you have a new home or an older home, if your closets aren’t organized they can be.  Closets can be do-it-yourself projects or created by a contractor or a company like California Closets.  Remodeling closets can be an inexpensive re-model that can add value to the sale of your home without breaking the bank in the mean time.

If you are considering selling your Sedona home contact Claudia Ault.  Claudia Ault has the real estate experience you need to make selling your Sedona home as easy and effortless as it should be.

For the best in Sedona Real Estate service and knowledge, contact Claudia Ault at 928-301-3016. For a complimentary search of the Sedona MLS and access to all property currently on the market in Sedona AZ, visit www.claudiaault.com.

The Sedona Red Rocks High School Girls’ Soccer Team is ranked number one in the state after recently beating Northwest Christian Academy. The Scorpions will have a break before they play Fountain Hills High on Thursday January 8th.  Fountain Hils High is second in the state, behind the Scorpions.  Sedona Red Rocks High School offers excellent athletics as well as academics, making relocating to Sedona Arizona more appealing if you have school-age children.

If you have been considering relocating to Sedona Arizona contact Claudia Ault today.  Claudia Ault has access to all real estate available in Sedona today and can help make your real estate search educated and informed.  Claudia Ault has the experience and knowledge that you deserve, offering you the best service possible when searching for Sedona Real Estate.

For a complimentary search of the Sedona MLS and access to all property currently on the market in Sedona AZ, visit www.claudiaault.com. For the best in Sedona Real Estate service and knowledge, contact Claudia Ault at 928-301-3016.

The Federal Reserve’s announcement that it will buy into the housing debt markets of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac is seen as good news for the real estate market.  The move by the Federal Reserve is seen as a way to free up mortgage money, making it more accessible for the potential home buyer and in return creating a boost in real estate sales.  The freeing up of money mixed with lowering interest rates is seen as a boon for real estate markets everywhere.

If you are thinking about taking advantage of historically low interest rates and purchasing property consider Sedona Arizona.  Real Estate in Sedona AZ is unique in that the demand for it does not seem to subside.  Sedona offers a desirable lifestyle mixed with beautiful surroundings as well as a mix of culture not found in many places.  Contact Claudia Ault today for a look at the Sedona Luxury Real Estate market, a fabulous place to live and an investment that you can enjoy now.

For the best in Sedona Real Estate service and knowledge, contact Claudia Ault at 928-301-3016.

For a complimentary search of the Sedona MLS and access to all property currently on the market in Sedona AZ, visit www.claudiaault.com.

Property in Sedona Arizona is desirable for many reasons, the beauty and lifestyle offered being just two.  Sedona offers amazing outdoor recreational activities and an equally impressive sophistication and culture that is not often found.  Sedona offers an impressive place to invest your money as well, with real estate values that tend to hold strong and grow at an impressive rate.  Now is a great time to buy Sedona Real Estate, you can enjoy a wonderful quality of life and watch the value of your home increase over time.  Investing in real estate in Sedona is a unique investment, one that you can enjoy while at the same time watching it grow.

For a complimentary search of the Sedona MLS and access to all property currently on the market in Sedona AZ, visit www.claudiaault.com.

For the best in Sedona Real Estate service and knowledge, contact Claudia Ault at 928-301-3016.

Yee-Haw! Well, thats what you would be saying whilst riding horseback through the Red Rocks of Sedona Arizona!

The folks at A Day In The West have over 60 years experience and know the trails around Sedona like the back of their hands. A ride on a horse with them is an unforgettable experience where you can get up close and personal with the Desert and the Red Rocks which make Sedona so famous! Yes, you can be John Wayne!

Of course, for those who are perhaps a little weary of exploring on horseback, there is the gas powered equivilant, Jeep tours! Prices for each, or both vary depending on the time and day, but what a great way for locals or visitors to get out and explore the area.

So why not try it - a great way to learn more about the area if you are looking at purchasing a property here! Explore the banks of the Verde River on horseback!

If you are thinking about purchasing a home in Sedona Arizona - perhaps as a second home or investment property then please contact Claudia Ault and her team in downtown Sedona for professional Real Estate advice in Sedona and the surrounding Verde Valley area.

The nights are drawing in and the chill in the air gives us that hint that the Holiday season is on its way! Which for Sedona means that this year the Festival of Trees is coming!  

Held at Sedona’s premier shopping and eating destination, Tlaquepaque, the Festival of Trees has 25 great Christmas trees elaborately decorated by some of Sedona’s favorite artists and will be on display from November 28th through December 6th.

The festival itself is only a weekend (December 5th - 7th) with the celebrations being kicked off with a cocktail evening to begind with and culminating at the end of the weekend with an announcement of  the winner of the best tree for the festival. An exciting tradition in the making, hopefully something which wil be repeated annually in the coming years!

Note for the kids (and adults!)- there is an opportunity for y’all to meet Santa if you have time!

If you are looking for a property in Sedona to take advantage of the great shopping at Tlaquepaque then please contact Claudia Ault and her team for professional Real Estate assistance in the Verde Valley area.

OctoberFEST is here - no, not Oktoberfest, but OctoberFEST, the festival of film!

Sedona is well known for its international film festival which is highly publicised and naturally well received. OctoberFEST is no different. This year ond of the films to premiere, (definately one to look out for)is narrated by Johnny Depp and is a biography of the mythic American figure, Hunter S. Thompson.

This iconic film has a lot of personal meaning for Depp who has been a fan of Thompson for years until his death.  The film: Gonzo, The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson is definately one to catch if you are there.

With such a great community spirit and lifestyle it is no wonder that people adore Sedona, Arizona.

If you are looking to relocate to Sedona Arizona to live the great lifestyle on offer here - including frequent film festivals - then please contact Claudia Ault for professional real estate advice in Sedona and the surrounding area.

What better a place to get healthy than amongst the beautiful surroundings of Sedona?

The Sedona Rouge Hotel and Spa has announced a new series of Perfect Health programs designed for five day healing retreats. The program teaches pupils to bring balance and healing into your life. The program will run for select dates between November 2008 and February 2009 and will surely be a success.

It teaches that with the body and mind in balance and healed, emotional turbulance will be reduced, nutrition benefits will be enhanced and your senses will be reawoken.

The inclusive packages for single occupancy at the Rouge Hotel and Spa run at around $3,700 and will surely be snapped up by those looking to be rejuvenated in the beautiful surroundings of the red rocks.

If you would like to relocate to Sedona and take up a healthier lifestyle by enjoying all that the area has to offer then please contact Claudia Ault and her team in Sedona Arizona who will be able to assist you in all your Real Estate needs.