For Sale: Extraordinary Real Estate Opportunities in Carmel Valley that are Worlds Apart, But Share a Certain Aesthetic

1. For Sale: Extraordinary Real Estate Opportunities in Carmel Valley that are Worlds Apart, But Share a Certain Aesthetic — Only the Best of the Best WillDo These two show-stopping properties couldn’t be more different, however, what they do have in common is that they are two of the most spectacular properties in an area known worldwide for spectacular properties, and both are one-of-a-kind realestate! Carmel, CA, July 31, 2018 — These two show-stopping properties couldn’t be more different, however,whattheydohaveincommon isthattheyaretwoofthemost spectacularpropertiesin an areaknownworldwideforspectacularproperties, andbothareone-of-a-kindrealestate! Theothercommondenominatorsare theyarebothintheverdantCarmelValleyontheCentralCoastof California and they’re represented by Monterey Peninsula real estate agent Doug Steiny, a fifth generation and longtime resident of Monterey Peninsula and a licensed Realtor for more than 30 years, working with Sotheby’s InternationalRealty. The first property is “The Crown Jewel Of Carmel Valley,” also known as the “River House,” and is a 4,762-square-foot, three-bedroom, three-and-a-half--bath French country chateau located a stone’s throwfromtheCarmelRiver,butwellabovethefloodplain,onasecludedknoll.Infact,itis theonly placeontheCarmel Riverwherethereis wateryear-round. Originally built by a Central Valley tomato grower and his wife, who discovered the property by walking alongtheriveruntilshefoundtheperfectlocation,thevilla boastsmassiveFrenchoak entry doors,17th century roof tiles from a monastery in Burgundy, terra cotta kitchen floors, antique French chandeliers throughout, 17th century fireplaces, in-ground pool, spa/hot tub, herb/vegetable garden, library and a two-car garage. One of its most striking features is its main staircase, which is French oak and features a bannister created by a San Francisco woodworking artisan, who had to steam, bend and twist 15-foot sections of French oaktocreate.“It’snotjustsomethingyoucanjustgooutandbuy,”saysSteiny. “The entire property is like a piece of art, including the land on which it sits,”says Steiny, who, even withallhisexperience inthebusiness,stillmarvels atthe$6.5millionproperty.”It’sjustbreath-taking. You walk in and are visually transported into a fantastic dream. I’m seeing something trulyspecial.’” The same could be said for the second property, which is as far from French countryas you can get and is locatedontheoppositeendofCarmelValley,inhorse andranchcountry.

2. Fox Creek Ranch sits on 276 acres of unparalleled beauty, complete with nine-stall 4,600-square-foot horse stable, riding area with covered round pen and seven fully fenced and irrigated pastures, an equipment bar and hay barn, a 450-square-foot garage, six water wells with 100,000-gallon storage tank, solar panels throughout, and 5 acres of Pinot Noir grapevines and 1 acre ofChardonnay grapes. And all that doesn’t include the main house! The 4,000-square-foot-plus ranch-style main house features exposed oak beams, hickory-planked floors, walls ofdouble-stacked Montana fieldstone, three bedrooms, two full baths, one half-bath, a fitness room, office, heated in-ground pool, spa/hot tub, outdoor barbecue and fireplace, expansive deck/patio, and 875-square-footgarage. There’s also a 3,100-square foot guest house with many of the same features, such as double-stacked Montanafieldstone,andamenities,includingthreebedrooms,den,fullkitchenand laundry. The horse stable is a sight to behold. The developers of the property, Tom and Judy Deregt, didn’t want to spare any expense in building the stables, barns, pastures and riding areas. Starting from scratch, they re-engineered the soil on about 50-60 acres (“It’s like building a golf course from scratch,” says Steiny) and spent $3.3 million on thestables alone. The stables,builtforcuttinghorses,consistofa4,600-square-foothorse barnwithninestalls,tack room, hot/cold water wash bay, office, laundry room and full bath. It’s built with stacked Montana fieldstone, covered with slate shingle roofing, and decorated with iron-capped Australian hardwood, and was designed by a renowned barn designer. “It’slike a four-star hotel for horses,” quips Steiny. “It’sjustgorgeous,butitdoesn’tfeelatallostentatious,itfeelsreallynice” marvelsSteinyaboutthe $19 million (asking price, well below its actual value) property, which sits on a wide bench just a few mileseastof CarmelValley Village. “Iwouldjustleaveitas is,justhavefunwithit.Mostpropertieslike thisarealotofwork,thisis not.It’sabsolutelyimmaculate,everyinchofit.” Thesetwoprestigepropertiesmaybeworldsapartintermsofstyle and size,buttheyshareacertain aesthetic—onlythebestofthebestwilldo. Images: 22 Scarlett Road:https://realogy.app.box.com/s/eju6yesfidsj1uhrdo7lhch7lfz0f2yy Fox Creek Ranch:https://realogy.app.box.com/s/4295ydya3ld2q14pdxng9v81tgih9hcx Additional Images Available UponRequest About Doug and LisaSteiny As a fifth generation Californian and life long resident of Monterey Peninsula, Doug has been fortunate toliveandworkinanareawhichoffersthehighestqualityoflivingintheworld.AsalicensedRealtor

3. for over 30 years, Doug has experienced and has been involved in the growth of the Monterey Peninsula. His single mindedness in providing exemplary customer service has helped grow his business to more than $500 million in sales. Over 90% of Doug’s business is generated from direct referrals from previousclients,friendsandfamilywhorecognize thebenefitinutilizing hisexpertiseinRealEstateand knowledge of the area. Doug has consistently been a Top Producer since 1990 with notable clients, including several presidents of Fortune 500companies. After 30 years as a top producer in the titleand escrow business, Lisa joined her husband, Doug Steiny. Lisa relocated to Carmel with her parents when her father retired from the Air Force. Being from Southern California, the draw to the smaller community of Carmel was an enticing place to raise their family. Lisa prides herself in her service-oriented approach to helping clients. She is extremely detailed and bringstotheteamtheabilitytoprovidethebestservice possible.With15 yearsofmanagement experience, Lisa offers incomparable knowledge and skills to Doug’steam. Doug and Lisa Steiny www.dougsteiny.com Tel: (831)277-2070 Email:doug@dougsteiny.com Sotheby’s InternationalRealty Carmel Rancho Brokerage 3775 Via Nona Marie Ste100 Carmel, CA93923 Contact: Marci BraccoCain Chatterbox PR Salinas, CA93901 (831)747-7455 http://www.dougsteiny.com