Posted by admin on August 19, 2010 | 
The city of San Marcos is dedicated to parks and community services. There are over 20 parks and Facilities in San Marcos from community pools, ball fields, picnic areas to wellness and senior centers. In addition there are 56 miles of trails, great for hiking, biking, running and equestrian use.
One of my favorite parks is Hollandia Park, located at 12 Mission Hills Court, because it has everything for your family outing, including a lighted skatepark, adventure playground, picnic area, off-leash dog park and more!
My favorite facility is the Wellness Center, located at the southeast corner of the Palomar College campus. They offer state-of-the-art exercise equipment and give discounts to San Marcos residents.
For more information and maps on the parks and facilities in San Marcos, please visit www.san-marcos.net. For all of the residents that currently live in beautiful San Marcos, I hope this is helpful information and you get out and explore a new park soon!
For all the rest of you, check out Rancho Santalina Homes in San Marcos, a wonderful New Home Community in Southern California that is conveniently located off the 78 Highway and Rancho Santa Fe Rd.
Come to San Marcos, the weather is great for a picnic!
For more information about viewing these model homes or about other new homes in North San Diego, please contact FieldStone Homes.
Posted by Tod on August 10, 2010 |
Pets are more than just animals, they are part of the family. Our furry, feathered and finned friends require time, attention and a safe and comfortable home. Over half of all households have pets living with them, but animals are still an afterthought when it comes to buying a new home in Southern California. Here are some tips for designing and finding a pet friendly home:
- Pets need space of their own.
It’s important to have a designated spot just for them, for comfort, function and to feel safe. A great example of this is the mudroom included in the Vistas plan 3335 at Rancho Santalina. This provides space for a cozy bed, storage for food & treats and a place to wipe dirty paws before entering the main living area. You could also add a sink to the mudroom for quick clean-ups and to rinse out your pets’ food and water dishes separately from your own.
- Choose hard surface floors in your new home.
Hardwood floors are simple to mop or vacuum and add warmth to a room, but keep in mind that large dogs can scratch wood. The best floor for pets is ceramic tile because it’s easy to clean and resistant to stains, plus it gives furry animals a cool place to nap during the summer months. If you are a carpet person, that’s OK , just make sure it is stain resistant and vacuum regularly.
- Put washable fabrics on your bed.
If your dog or cat sleeps with you there will be hair and an occasional accident. Use cotton bed sheets, preferably in a matching color of your pet or a pattern that can hide the pet hair between washings. For bedspreads, duvet covers work well because you can take them off and wash them regularly.
- Bathe and groom your pet often.
Keeping your dog or cat clean will help your new home stay cleaner, longer. Regularly trimming their nails will help keep upholstery from snags and cut down on scratches on your floors. Brushing and bathing removes loose hair before it ends up on your floor, beds and pillows. Furniture and rugs will last longer if they don’t need to be washed as often. It’s easier and more fun to wash your best friend than your upholstery.
- Create a pet –friendly back yard.
Create a “potty” area for your pet and use gentle hardscapes (like pea gravel) for paths. If you’ll be planting beds, you might want to elevate them or add a border to dissuade dogs from running through your flowers. Also, be sure to check out www.aspca.com/toxicplants for a list of foliage to stay away from.
- Exercise your pet regularly.
Your pets love to be home with you but they also need exercise and to socialize with others like them. Cats enjoy playing indoors with you and fun toys they can chase and hunt for exercise, dogs on the other hand enjoy being outdoors, running and socializing with other dogs. San Marcos is a family-friendly city, and may be the dog-friendliest in the county. There are three dog parks within San Marcos, all providing safe places for our best friends to run and play off-leash. A fourth is under construction.
- Montiel Park – is on the east side of town
- San Elijo Park – in San Elijo Hills
- Hollandia Park – the newest
- There is a fourth park, scheduled to open in winter of 2010, called Sunset Park, on the west side at La Mirada Drive and Poinsettia Avenue
For more information about viewing these model homes or about other Southern California New Homes, please contact FieldStone Homes.
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Posted by Tod on August 2, 2010 |
Old California Restaurant Row
Old California Restaurant Row is a unique and convenient dining experience where you can enjoy great food from around the world in one location. Located just south of I-78 on San Marcos Blvd., just 5 minutes away from Rancho Santalina. From breakfast to dinner, Mexican food to Italian and coffee house to brewery, they have it all.
Amazingly so, Old California Restaurant Row started with only a fruit and vegetable stand. Jim and Vera Eubank had a vision and fell in love with San Marcos in North County San Diego. Jim was a Real Estate Developer and in the early 1970’s, him and his wife purchased a 20 acre parcel on what is now San Marcos Blvd. and Via Vera Cruz. They started the first “Farmer’s Market” and soon realized another opportunity that was lacking in the area – restaurants. This is where it all began.
Today, Old California Restaurant Row, charming village boutiques along with Edwards Stadium 18 Cineplex is the premier entertainment destination in San Marcos. For restaurant information and the full story on the history of Old California Restaurant Row, please visit www.oldcalrestaurantrow.com
For more information about viewing these model homes or about other new homes in San Marcos, please contact FieldStone Homes.
The city of San Marcos is dedicated to parks and community services. There are over 20 parks and Facilities in San Marcos from community pools, ball fields, picnic areas to wellness and senior centers. In addition there are 56 miles of trails, great for hiking, biking, running and equestrian use.
