Spur Cross Conservation Area near Cave Creek consists of over 2,100 acres of lush and lovely Sonoran Desert. It is a favorite for hiking enthusiasts, nature lovers, mountain bikers, horseback riders and anyone who is a lover of the outdoors. Park trails range in length from 1.2 miles to 4.6 miles and range from easy to difficult. There are always a wide variety of events scheduled at the conservation area. This month, don’t miss the Moonlight Hike at 7 pm on March 15 and the Wildfire Walk at 7pm on March 19th. There family friendly events are free. Visit Cave Creek to view homes for sale. 03/15/2014

Dove Valley Ranch Cave Creek AZ homes for sale March 2014   Dove Valley Ranch ,  located at the corner of Cave Creek Rd and Carefree Hwy is a great neighborhood of homes within gated communities and built around the Dove Valley Ranch golf course (leave your driver in the bag  for the back nine.)           Homes for sale in Dove Valley Ranch range in size from 1400 SF to over 4000  SF.  The list prices are currently from $264,900 to $549,000.   Many homes offer wonderful golf course or mountain views.  Currently, most homes for sale in Dove Valley Ranch are selling in 70 days and values have increased 3.7% in the last 6 months.   If you’re looking for a home in Dove Valley Ranch, click on the link then call me for your private viewing.  If you’ve been thinking about selling your Dove Val... 03/13/2014

Tatum Ranch homes for sale March 2014   Tatum Ranch, located just north of the loop 101 off Tatum Blvd and Cave Creek Rd, is a wonderful community of homes.     Currently, the homes for sale in Tatum Ranch range in size from 1200 SF to over 3700 SF.  Priced from $237,500 to $525,000, there is a home to fit every budget and lifestyle. Built around the Tatum Ranch golf course, there  are three gated communities for additional security and several homes listed for sale with golf course views.   If you’re interested in purchasing  a home in Tatum Ranch, click on the link to see what’s currently available Tatum Ranch homes for sale March 2014.  If you’re thinking of selling your Tatum Ranch home, contact me for your free market analysis to determine the current value of your home.  MLS stati... 03/13/2014

Tatum Highlands real estate sales in 85050 and 85331   Like much of the Phoenix/Cave Creek area real estate, Tatum Highlands home sales continue to see rising values and short marketing times.   Homes for sale in Tatum Highlands range in size from 1275 SF to over 5400 SF - something to fit everyone’s needs.  The list prices start at $257,400 to $539,000.  Almost 70%  of the homes have refreshing pools.   The average home is selling in only 63 days.  Values have increased 6.8% in the last year. If you’re looking to buy a home in Tatum Highlands, click on the link  Tatum Highlands homes for sale.  If you’re thinking of selling your Tatum Highlands home, call me for your free market analysis.  If you haven’t checked the current value of your home, you may be pleasantly surprised.     Tatum... 03/13/2014

The Phoenix Herpetological Society located in Cave Creek was founded in 2001 by three people who had vision to make a difference for reptiles in the state of Arizona. They are now a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization and is a statewide facility that includes a surrender facility, education program, summer camps and rescue and rehabilitation. On average PHS takes in close to 500 animals annually from private pet owners and currently is the home to over 1,200 animals. They also assist the humane societies, animal welfare leagues, animal control departments, law enforcement and other organizations across the United States. They are open Monday-Saturday by appointment only. Upcoming tours (call 480-513-4377 for reservations and directions- $20 adults, $15 children): Fri 3/7 1:00PM Mon 3/10... 03/10/2014

4 BEDROOM HORSE PROPERTY HOME IN CAVE CREEK 85331 $519,000 Cave Creek 4 beds, 2 baths, 2,333 sqr feet An Arizona Southwest Hacienda complete with extensive use of Artesian Tiles usually found in much more expensive homes. So many custom touches. Home features open kitchen, split floor plan. Master bath is amazing with glass block shower, and jetted tub, walk in closet. Entry door opens to great room, with a view to the sparkling pool and backyard oasis with outdoor kitchen, plenty of space and horse privileges. This back patio and pool are waiting for you and a bucket of Coronas. Mountain views, large garage, this home is a must see. Options:1. Copy this link into your browser.http://angiecoder.sreagent.com/mls/50731332. Text 5073133 to 623-777-3851 to view on your mobile device.Listed ... 02/25/2014

Homes for Sale in Tatum Highlands Cave Creek -Cave Creek Home for Sale A Large Family home in sought after Tatum Highlands Subdivision offers the home buyer many options. These options include 3 Bedroom to 5 Bedroom Homes. all with at least 2 bathrooms if not more. These Tatum Highlands Homes For Sale in Cave Creek are located just off Tatum and Jomax Roads. This master planned community was built by Richmond American Homes and US Homes, just to name a couple. Finding a Home for Sale in Tatum Highlands is just one Click Away. For more information on Homes for Sale in Cave Creek and Tatum Highlands, click here.   02/09/2014

Cave Creek residents, the annual Running with the Bulls event is back! The event is in its 6th year and will take place at the Hogs and Horses arena at 6705 E Cave Creek Rd on Friday-Sunday February 7-9th. Running with the Bulls will offer 12 runs, family-friendly entertainment, a battle of the bands, festival exhibitors and cash prizes. If you are an adrenaline junkie, then maybe you would like to participate in the thrill of a lifetime and run the 1/4 mile in front of 12 raging bulls. Tickets are $30 per run. This exciting event will benefit the Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center. Bring the family and have some fun watching the bulls run! Visit Cave Creek to view homes for sale. 01/31/2014

The Fifth Annual Cave Creek Indian Market is running today through Sunday at Stagecoach Village, 7100 E Cave Creek Road from 10 am to 5 pm. About 10,000 people are expected to attend, where there will be about 80 artists selling Native and Southwestern Art. Buyers will get the opportunity to interact with the artists who create the unique pieces of art including jewelry, beading, horsehair pottery and artifacts such as turtle rattles and drums. Everything is handmade. There will also be an an acclaimed violinist and flutist, as well as Native American Hoop Dancing. Vendors will sell tamales and barbeque. Visit Cave Creek to view homes for sale. 01/21/2014

Lots of Fun Upcoming Carefree & Cave Creek Events including:  5th Annual Cave Creek Balloon Festival, 3-9pm, January 4th, 5736 E. Rancho Manana Rd, Cave Creek (The RE/MAX Balloon will be there!)  http://cavecreekfestivals.com/.  21st Annual Carefree Fine Arts & Wine Festival, 10am-5pm, January 17-19th, Easy St & Ho Hum Dr.   5th Annual Cave Creek Indian Market, 10am-5pm, January 17-19th, Stagecoach Village, 7100 E. Cave Creek Rd, Cave Creek, AZ 85331.  Carefree Indian Market & Cultural Festival, 10am-5pm, January 24-26th, Carefree Desert Gardens, 101 Easy St.  Running with the Bulls, February 7-9th, 6705 E. Cave Creek Blvd.  3rd Annual Carefree Festival of Fine Chocolate & Art, February 13-16th, Thursday 12-5pm, Fri & Saturday 10am-5pm.  19th Annual Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival, 10... 01/02/2014

Calling all Cave Creek residents! Come out to Rancho Manana Golf Course for the 5th annual Cave Creek Balloon Festival on January 4th, 2014 from 3-9pm. Check out a 120 foot tall Butterfly Balloon with wings over 125 feet long. Bud E. Beaver stands 100 feet tall and weighs over 700 lbs. These are just a few of the balloons that are going to be flying over Cave Creek on January 4th. In addition, enjoy a kids zone with inflatables and games, Sky Hawks skydiving team descending from 7,500 feet in pyrotechnics suits, and food trucks featuring The Grilled Cheese Truck, FBI Fry Bread, The Buffalo Chip, Tasty Teazy Tacos and many, many more. Also enjoy cocktails, wine and craft beers from Four Peaks Brewing Company. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for ages 12 and under and kids 2 and under are ... 12/29/2013

Speechless Sunday -- Decorative Sarcophagus? Decorative Sarcophagus My sister-in-law, Emily, has an interesting interior design in her home (located in the Tatum Ranch community of Cave Creek, Arizona).  Visitors find an eclectic mix of objects and art pieces throughout the residence. Pictured is a decorative, full-size sarcophagus, that greeted me yesterday in the entry way. Have a wonderful Holiday and a Happy and Healthy New Year! Speechless Sunday -- Decorative Sarcophagus?  12/22/2013

The Desert Foothills library in Cave Creek presents Art Nosh Wine and Cheese while learning about traditional American Indian paintings. The library is located at 38443 N. Schoolhouse Road. Topics will include examination of the lives and stories of the Indigenous People via images that embody their life and culture. Explore Native American art and find out why so many have been inspired to keep these images in their homes. Event will take place on Friday, December 20 at 4:00-5:30 pm and is free. Visit Cave Creek to view homes for sale 12/19/2013

  4617 E CHAPAROSA WAY Cave Creek, AZ 85331 Tatum Ranch 4 Bedroom Homes Houses for Sale Price : $415,000.00 Bedrooms : 4 Bathrooms : 3.00 Square Foot : 2 Lot Size : 30,343 sq.ft. Community : Tatum Ranch Sonoran Vista County : Maricopa Property Type : Single Family Year Built : 1994 click for more information and pictures Property Description To search all other homes that fit your criteria go to http://www.CaveCreekAreaHomes.com Beautifully kept Tatum Ranch Sonoran Vista 4 bedroom single level home with updates and upgrades! You will love these gorgeous custom wood floors. Wonderful floor plan: light, bright and open. Kitchen has upgraded fixtures and newer appliances. Faucets and light fixtures in bathrooms have been upgraded. This Tatum Ranch home has recently been painted inside and ... 12/03/2013

Some Photos from Thanksgiving Day -- Cave Creek, Arizona We had the pleasure of visiting my sister and brother-in-law for Thanksgiving Day.  They live about an hour or so away from us, in Cave Creek, Arizona. In central and southern Arizona, the weather is often wonderful on Thanksgiving Day.  Yesterday was no exception.  With a temperature in the low 70s we were able to dine al fresco and enjoy the sunshine. My sister-in-law, Emily, created a wonderful meal and my Mom brought along two of her famous Coconut Custard Pies.  (I got to take some home with me, as well!) Here are some photos from the day:   An Army of Penguin Appetizers -- Thanksgiving Day -- 2013    Our Daughters, Lauren and Nicole -- Thanksgiving Day -- 2013    My Wife, Josie -- Enjoying Thanksgiving Day -- 2013    Reading... 11/29/2013

Hidden in the Hills -- Art Studio Tour and Sale Add this great event to your Cave Creek, Carefree, and North Scottsdale event calendar! The Sonoran Arts League has organized a massive, self-guided tour of 46 art studios in Cave Creek, Carefree and North Scottsdale. Of course, you can pick and choose which studios to visit.  The self-guided Hidden in the Hills tour is held over two weekend, to give you plenty of time to plan your visits.  The event will take place from 10am to 5pm, Friday through Sunday, November 22nd through the 24th and November 29th through December 1st. Free admission. For more information (including a list of participating art studios), visit the event website HERE. This information is provided as a public service by local real estate agent Eric Crane.  Please confi... 11/21/2013

Enjoy a day of shopping in Cave Creek at the Big Heap Vintage and Handmade Festival on November 15-17. This year’s event is being held at 38410 N. School House Road from 9-4 pm Friday and Saturday and 9-3 pm Sunday. This handmade craft fair is one of the biggest in the West for vintage style crafts, indie crafts and recycled designs.  With a variety of unique items to choose from, you will not be disappointed. This event is all indoors with gourmet food trucks, live music, belly dancers and much more. Visit Cave Creek to view homes for sale. 11/14/2013

The biggest western themed event in Arizona is coming to Cave Creek on October 31st thru November 3rd. This event features three days of entertainment including live bull riding, live country music, bath tub races, mutton bustin’, pig racing, costume competitions, great food and much, much more. There is also a parade on Cave Creek Road. This fun filled event takes over the whole town for the weekend, and there is something for everyone. Don't miss it! For more information, go to wildwestdayscavecreek.com. Visit Cave Creek to view homes for sale in this community. 10/30/2013

Get to Know Dove Valley Ranch…  When researching neighborhoods in Cave Creek, 85331, you will be pleased when you look at Dove Valley Ranch Homes for Sale.   This neighborhood is home to some of the finest in Cave Creek real estate, with great opportunities for families, couples, and young professionals searching for a house in the Valley of the Sun. There are 750 homes in this neighborhood, and most of those are single family homes built by Maracay Homes between the years of 1981-2008.   The presiding Home Owner's Association in this neighborhood is Planned Develoment Services which charges $150 quarterly.   Get to Know the Schools… Many Arizona families choose to settle in here thanks to the wonderful city reviews and top-notch school district, Cave Creek Unified School District. Sch... 10/25/2013

Get to Know Desert Foothills North…  When researching neighborhoods in Scottsdale, 85331, you will be pleased when you look at Desert Foothills North Homes for Sale.   This neighborhood is home to some of the finest in Cave Creek real estate, with great opportunities for families, couples, and young professionals searching for a house in the Valley of the Sun. There are 113 homes in this neighborhood, and most of those are single family homes built between the years of 1975-2005.   The presiding Home Owner's Association in this neighborhood is Desert Foothills North which charges $60 annually.   Get to Know the Schools… Many Arizona families choose to settle in here thanks to the wonderful city reviews and top-notch school district, Cave Creek Unified School District. Schools in the di... 10/25/2013