Carlsbad Real Estate News and Views: Carlsbad Homes - Outdoor Living, Dining and Cooking

Here's the REAL scoop on living in Carlsbad ~ beaches, things to do, places to eat, community events, and of course neighborhoods, homes and the Carlsbad real estate market in general, including surrounding communities like Encinitas, Cardiff, San Marcos, Oceanside, Solana Beach and Del Mar.

Carlsbad Homes - Outdoor Living, Dining and Cooking

 Many people live in Carlsbad (or elsewhere in the San Diego area) because of the weather. Certainly we have a terrific reputation as a city with wonderful weather most of the year, which is a major reason why so many folks move here. It's hard to argue with weather that is 60 to 80 degrees year-round with lots of sun.

Southern California is known for its outdoor lifestyle, and there are certainly lots of ways to enjoy it - surfing, sailing, the beaches, hiking, and so much more. And, as a buyer you have an opportunity to purchase a Carlsbad home that will allow you to enjoy the true California lifestyle at home.

Outdoor kitchens have become incredibly popular and can range from a simply barbecue or can be as elaborate as you wish, up to a full replica of an indoor kitchen with a large flat screen TV (see Marlene's terrific post on a must have in Orange County - Outdoor Rooms). Many homes in Carlsbad, particular more expensive properties, offer variations of outdoor kitchens, and the options to expand are, for the most part, are only limited by your imagination and budget.

 These outdoor kitchens also becoming far more popular in the new construction homes that are offered in master planned communities such as La Costa Ridge and La Costa Greens. Builders recognize that many buyers want these features as part of their new homes, and so they include them in their model homes, with options to include them in your new home.

Some folks prefer a simple cooking arrangement outside (in many cases just a gas grill), but want more of a separate outdoor room to enjoy dining, entertaining, or just relaxing.

These areas often include an outdoor fireplace and large seating area, which you can customize as you desire. Model homes for a number of the local builders also showcase these outdoors rooms for you to dream.

The following virtual tour illustrates some of the options you have as a buyer of a new Carlsbad home, but also may suggest some things to consider when buying your Carlsbad home.

 

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Comments

Jeff - The outdoor living is my favorite part of any home - enjoyed your insightful post!
Posted by Cyndee Haydon 727-710-8035 Clearwater Beach Short Sales | Condos & Homes (Charles Rutenberg Realty) over 4 years ago
Jeff - Which of the photos is your backyard Jeff?  These really are lovely and your wonderful climate in Carlsbad sure give the home onwners there lots of opportunity to use one of these lovely outdoor rooms.
Posted by Laguna Homes|Laguna Condos| Laguna Real Estate|Marlene Bridges (Village Real Estate Services, Inc.) over 4 years ago

Hi Jeff, A beautifully done post. I learn so much watching you, your style and the way you capture the imagination of your readers. So well done and a real inspiration to me.

Always,
William

Posted by San Diego Real Estate Voice authored by William Johnson GRI CRS e-Pro CDPE (RE/MAX Associates) over 4 years ago
Beautiful post Jeff!  Very inviting and informative!
Posted by Burbank Real Estate Agent Ana Connell (G & C Properties/John Aaroe Group) over 4 years ago

Thank, Cyndee - it sure is what I like about being here. And folks here in Carlsbad certainly know how to enjoy the outdoor lifestyle our weather affords them

Jeff

Posted by Jeff Dowler ~ Carlsbad Homes for Sale ~ 760-840-1360 (Solutions Real Estate (CA DRE Lic. # 01490977)) over 4 years ago

Marlene - well, none of these although I have some ideas about what I want to do. However, the duck in the prior post on water features are floating in my spool.

Jeff

Posted by Jeff Dowler ~ Carlsbad Homes for Sale ~ 760-840-1360 (Solutions Real Estate (CA DRE Lic. # 01490977)) over 4 years ago

William - what a nice thng to say. I don't think I do anythng particularly special but the compliment is certainly appreciated. Sure hope it appeals to other readers, too!

Jeff

Posted by Jeff Dowler ~ Carlsbad Homes for Sale ~ 760-840-1360 (Solutions Real Estate (CA DRE Lic. # 01490977)) over 4 years ago

Thanks, Ana. It was a fun thing to do also.

Jeff

Posted by Jeff Dowler ~ Carlsbad Homes for Sale ~ 760-840-1360 (Solutions Real Estate (CA DRE Lic. # 01490977)) over 4 years ago

Hi Jeff!

The outdoor living area is the most enjoyable part of southern California living!!! I'm missing that warm, breezy weather... eating breakfast outdoors, leaving the windows cracked year-round, napping on the loungechair..

Posted by Sara Washburn (Realty Executives Brio) over 4 years ago
Jeff - When I was selling in the Southwest, outdoor living was always a hot selling point. Cooking and entertaining features, firepits for cool evenings.........life at it's finest! Now, I am missing it, especially this time of year when it is starting to cool down.
Posted by Paula Henry, Realtor® | Indianapolis Real Estate | 317-605-4174 (Home to Indy Team @ Sycamore Group Associates) over 4 years ago

Sara - so good to hear from you! Hope your move went smoothly. Yes, the outdoor lifestyle is certainly one that many appreciate and take advantage of.

Jeff

Posted by Jeff Dowler ~ Carlsbad Homes for Sale ~ 760-840-1360 (Solutions Real Estate (CA DRE Lic. # 01490977)) over 4 years ago

Paula- well, nothing has changed, but the way in which people can enjoy the outdoors seems to be getting more sophisticated (and expensive). The air is changing here, too, as fall has now arrived, but certainly not the change YOU are experiencing. I'll take this, thank you.

Jeff

Posted by Jeff Dowler ~ Carlsbad Homes for Sale ~ 760-840-1360 (Solutions Real Estate (CA DRE Lic. # 01490977)) over 4 years ago
I absolutely LOVE outdoor living! We have a partially walled front patio with stone gas FP that we are ALWAYS hanging out in. Sometimes OUTDOOR livable sqftg can be just as valuable as indoor sqftg.
Posted by Mariana Wagner ~ Colorado Springs REALTOR® (Wagner iTeam -Keller Williams Realty) over 4 years ago

Jeff, beautiful job on the video.  That’s another concept I had not seen before, but that might be that is would not very conducive to the months of December through April here in New England ...... LOL

The advantages of live in a sunny climate
Posted by George Souto NMLS# 65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages Connecticut over 4 years ago
Jeff- These places are stunning.. we have outdoor areas but most are not in this category..
Posted by Manhattan Beach CA/ e-PRO..... Kaye Thomas... (Real Estate West) over 4 years ago

Mariana - that is true. The whole concept of a blurring of inside and out is becomming much more obvious in the new housing being built. I have even seen listings where they are counting the outdoor room SF (but at least appear to be disclosing that it is included).

Jeff

Posted by Jeff Dowler ~ Carlsbad Homes for Sale ~ 760-840-1360 (Solutions Real Estate (CA DRE Lic. # 01490977)) over 4 years ago

George - LOL. Well I certainly know THAT first hand from being in New England for so many years.  And THAT'S why I am here now. :)

Jeff

Posted by Jeff Dowler ~ Carlsbad Homes for Sale ~ 760-840-1360 (Solutions Real Estate (CA DRE Lic. # 01490977)) over 4 years ago

Thanks, Kaye. Yep, some are pretty amazing - nicer than some folks indoor kitchen and living spaces.

Jeff

Posted by Jeff Dowler ~ Carlsbad Homes for Sale ~ 760-840-1360 (Solutions Real Estate (CA DRE Lic. # 01490977)) over 4 years ago

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