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By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
2018 Holiday at the Rancho in Carlsbad on December 1 The holiday season is well under way in Carlsbad, with lots of special events for all to enjoy. This coming weekend is a busy one, with the 34th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting in Carlsbad Village on Sunday the 2nd, and the Artisan Crafters Showcase on Saturday in the Village. December also starts off with the annual Holiday at the Rancho at Leo Carrillo Historic Ranch in Carlsbad on Saturday the 1st. The 2018 Holiday at the Rancho, getting in the holiday spirit with a bit of western history, will run from 5 – 8 PM at the Leo Carrillo Ranch Park, located at 6200 Flying LC Lane off Melrose in Carlsbad in the Rancho Carrillo area of Carlsbad, about a mile south of Palomar Airport Road. The Holiday at the Rancho offers a host of fun things ...
By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
Coyote Warnings in Carlsbad I was showing property in the Rancho Carrillo area of Carlsbad and spied this Coyote Warning Sign in the hiking path near the one we were touring. We hear coyotes on occasion in the canyon behind our house, usually at nights, and sometimes see them in the daylight. There are more and more reports of coyote activity in Carlsbad, especially in the communities with open space nearby. More and more neighbors are on the lookout and warning others about coyote activity and sightings, via NextDoor, and sadly report the loss of small pets, or of pets being attacked in their yards on when out walking. I'm glad they are posting signs in different areas, just in case homeowners, and buyers on the hunt, might not be aware. Like it or not, coyotes are here and pretty pr...
By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
2016 Holiday at the Rancho in Carlsbad is December 3rd It’s hard to believe but holiday season is here again in Carlsbad, and that means all sorts of fun holiday events for everyone to enjoy. Which means it’s time for Holiday at the Rancho at the well-known Leo Carrillo Historic Ranch in Carlsbad. The 2016 Holiday at the Rancho, offering just a bit of western flavor, will take place next Saturday, December 3, from 5 – 8 PM at the Leo Carrillo Ranch Park located at 6200 Flying LC Lane off Melrose in Carlsbad in the Rancho Carrillo area of Carlsbad south of Palomar Airport Road. The Holiday at the Rancho offers a host of fun things to see and do – face painting, holiday crafts and shopping, holiday themed activities (e.g., decorating cookies), food, entertainment, a tree lighting ceremo...
By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
Saturday May 21, 2016 isWild West Fest in Carlsbad California The popular Annual Carlsbad Wild West Fest will take place on Saturday May 21st at Leo Carrillo Historic Ranch Park in the Rancho Carrillo area of Carlsbad off Palomar Airport Road. The Carlsbad Wild West Fest is a free event, taking place from 11am until 2 pm, This event offers plenty of fun and Western-themed activities for all ages, including a salsa contest, pony and mechanical bull riding, crafts, face painting and root beer tasting. You can purchase Activity cards for $6 at the event to take part in the root beer tasting , photos with cowboys in authentic dress (who will demo some genuine cowboy stuff!), and rides on the mechanical bull or the quieter ponies, depending on what the kids are up for. Shop at the Trading P...
By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
Holiday at the Rancho in Carlsbad December 2015 Hard to believe, but it’s that time again. Holiday at the Rancho, i.e., the Leo Carrillo Historic Ranch in Carlsbad, is coming our way. Holiday at the Rancho, with a bit of the western flavor, takes place next Saturday, December 5, from 5 – 8 PM at the Leo Carrillo Ranch Park located at 6200 Flying LC Lane off Melrose in Carlsbad. The Holiday at the Rancho offers a host of fun things to see and do – face painting, holiday crafts and shopping, holiday themed activities (e.g., decorate cookies), food, entertainment, a tree lighting ceremony at 5:30, and Santa (wearing a cowboy hat!) with photo opps to follow (at the “beach” by the pool) PLUS an outdoor holiday movie at 6 pm. (food will be available). In honor of the holidays, the Ranch will ...
By Jeff Dowler, CRS, The Southern California Relocation Dude
(eXp Realty of California, Inc.)
Wild West Fest in Carlsbad CaliforniaSaturday May 16, 2015 The Annual Carlsbad Wild West Fest will take place this coming Saturday May 16th at the well-known Leo Carrillo Historic Ranch Park in the Rancho Carrillo area of Carlsbad. The Wild West Fest is a free event, from 11am until 2 pm, with lot of fun and Western-themed activities for all ages, including a salsa contest, pony and mechanical bull riding, and root beer tasting. Activity cards(certain events) are $5 and can be purchased at the event to take part in the root beer tasting (including a root beer float), photos with cowboys in authentic dress (who will demo some genuine cowboy stuff like rope tricks!), and rides on the mechanical bull or the tamer ponies, depending on the youngsters preference. Shop at the Trading Post or t...
If you are looking for homes in Rancho Carrillo, you've come to the right place! This home is one of the last 2,000+ square foot homes in Carlsbad under $600,000! Don't miss your opportunity to buy this gorgeous house! Just listed: This Rancho Carrillo beauty features 4 spacious (oversized) bedrooms, 2.5 bath home in Rancho Carrillo is the definition of light, bright, airy and spacious. The kitchen features granite counters, tile backsplash and an upgraded stove/oven. Plenty of cabinetry. The kitchen is open to a dining area and family room with quick access to the lovely back yard. Large formal living/dining room combo also located downstairs along with a half bath. The upstairs features 4 spacious bedrooms, two full baths and plenty of closet space.Buy this Rancho Carrillo be...