Have you made a New Year’s resolution to try a healthier lifestyle in the new year? How are you doing so far? Perhaps you should consider moving to an area that promotes a healthy way of living – and makes it easy and convenient. In a previous blog entry, I extolled the virtues of the Brookdale/Quail area of Carmel Valley. Not only is this incredible area just 5 minutes from the coast, it boasts numerous ways to lead a robust life.

• Eat healthy. Close by is Earthbound Farm where you can buy farm fresh organic salads, fruits, and vegetables. They also have many educational programs to promote wholesome eating.

• Exercise and stay fit. Down the road is Carmel Valley Athletic Club (CVAC) where you can play tennis, swim, work-out, and take advantage of the many fitness classes from Yoga to Zumba.

• Golf. Numerous golf courses are close by such as Quail Golf Club, Carmel Valley Ranch and Rancho Canada. Golf provides “mental” exercise as well as physical.

• Hiking and Horseback riding. Experience the miles of hiking and horseback riding trails in the 4500-acre Garland Park. Not only will you get great exercise; you’ll enjoy the great outdoors!

Ok, convinced? There are many lovely homes for sale in this area that could provide you with a lively setting for your new vigorous lifestyle. Let me suggest one. Situated on an acre, 6435 Brookdale is a bright, light 4BR/2.5BA U-shaped home with an extensive outdoor patio and a huge flat backyard. The living room and family room both offer fireplaces for a relaxing evening after a day of exercise. Off one of the guest rooms, there is a private patio with a hot tub – just in case you need to soak sore muscles at the day’s end and the remodeled kitchen is perfect for creating those hearty and healthy meals. The list price is $1,195,000. Click on this link to tour the home: 6435Brookdale.com. To tour in person, call me for an appointment or come by the Open House on Sunday, February 21 between 1:00 – 4:00pm. You’re going to love it!

Posted By: Susan Clark