In support of the Laurel Mountain Volunteer Group's (LMVG) first of three 2010 trail care days, PTAG (Pittsburgh Trails Advocacy Group) will be hosting a "Laurel Mountain Work and Roll Weekend", June 19-20th, 2010. This is a great opportunity for everyone who enjoys the beautiful trails at Laurel Mountain to kick something back, break a sweat and make the trails even better and more enjoyable!After a hard day's work, PTAG will be providing cold, tasty, FREE Penn Brewery Craft beer!The DCNR will be providing FREE camping on Laurel Mountain Saturday night!On Sunday we FREE-ride and enjoy the fruits of our labor!Details:* When: Saturday, June 19th - Sunday, June 20th* Work: Saturday, 9:30am - 2:30pm. Meet at the Warming Hut parking lot on Summit Road near the entrance to the Laurel Mt. Ski... 06/07/2010

Hidden Valley Resort will present the annual Spring Carnival March 6 - 7, 2010.  More than 220 inches of snow this winter have provided awesome snow conditions this March, and the time has come to celebrate the fact that spring is just around the corner! Guests will enjoy a full schedule of games, activities, and entertainment at the third annual Spring Carnival. Spring Carnival kicks off on Saturday morning with the opening of the Hidden Valley boardwalk. The Ski Lodge plaza level will be converted into a boardwalk scene.  Vendors will be selling barbecued goodies, funnel cakes, chocolate delicacies and other treats.  The entire family will enjoy contests and carnival games, free caricatures, face painting, and a strolling magician. There will be a wide variety of events for everyone t... 03/03/2010

We had hoped that the increased sales that we saw after the Buncher group purchased the resort in 2007 would begin a new trend. Unfortunately the economy, increased inventory, and declining prices at Seven Springs have derailed our expectations.  In 2008 there were 80 recorded resale transfers. In 2009 there were only 48. Reviewing the chart below you can see what a tough year this was and how much further up it can go!! Year 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 # of Resales 156 155 84 79 80 48 The average sales price here has also declined. In 2008 it went from $225,266 to $210,700 in 2009. When you look around the US at other resort areas and the hits they have taken on prices both of our Pennsylvania Resorts are holding their own!  Only one of the new South Ridge Place condos has transferre... 01/21/2010

2742 Powder Ridge   $273,500 471 Gardner Road   $230,000 1467 Gebhart Way   $154,000 533 Kooser Circle   $180,000 2407 South Ridge   $322,000 5034 Summit   $279,000 1736 Snowfield Drive   $320,000 2421 South Ridge Plaza   $310,000 1922 South Ridge   $250,000 Stayed tuned for the 2009 year end updates on market stats!! 01/10/2010

Last week I attended a public meeting regarding a deep mine application for New Enterprise Stone and Lime. This stone quarry is across the street from Hidden Valley. It wasn't a very large turnout and only three people shared their concerns. We were surprised not to see any representatives from Hidden Valley Resort or the Home Owners Association. When you're on top of the mountain you can see only a portion of New Enterprise surface mining operations. They propose to deep mine 240 acres for LIMESTONE, NOT COAL. Approximately five and a half additional acres would be surfaced mined to open up an entrance. Here is a link to an aerial map. Concern arises from the amount of impact the operations may have on the Shaffer Run watershed. Shaffer and Kooser Run are tributaries that may be impact... 12/21/2009

1244 Tanyard         $182,500 1807 Eagles Ridge  $187,500 1807 Eagles Ridge  $187,500 1931 South Ridge   $292,000 62 Valley View        $133,000 1585 Snowfield       $200,000 Recorded sales transfers for the resorts are acquired electronically from records inputted at the Somerset County Court House, Office of the Recorder of Deeds. We review sales in Jefferson (Hidden Valley) and Middlecreek (Seven Springs) Townships on a weekly basis. Prices do not reflect bill of sales and other out of settlement transfers. Furnishings, which are included in the majority of sales are assigned no monetary value. We do not post transfers that carry $1.00 values. 11/20/2009

PROPERTIES ON THE MARKET 3rd Quarter 2009 MLS 799234 528 Nebo Road Ext, Melcroft 1 BR 1B house on state stocked trout stream. New roof, windows, bath, lighting, insulation, electric bb heat, ONLY$59,000 MLS 797980 112 Hill view Lane, Melcroft 4BR, 1B Renovated home with newer siding, electrical panel, windows, furnace, and insulation. Room for 2 bath, garage $92,500 MLS 797487 8114 StoneGate, Seven Springs 4BR, 3B Furnished Emerald floor plan with custom 4th BR. Ski in and out. Awesome east views. $375,000 MLS 796532 2406 South Ridge Lane, Hidden Valley 3BR, 2B house with garage. Great condition, all furnishings and appliances, great deck and back yard. $323,000 MLS 795770 113 Chipmunk Court, 7 Springs. BIG 4BR, 4 1/2B, townhouse, beautiful furnishings, 3 fireplaces, 2 car GARAGE, over... 11/04/2009

Here's a first for our resorts! Hidden Valley has teamed up with Touchstone Center for Crafts to bring us this celebration. According to the web site "November 7 and 8 will feature interactive art demonstrations, arts and fine crafts exhibitors, children's workshops, live music, and great food." What makes this different than a regular "craft show" is the input from Touchstone Center for Crafts. When originally founded in 1972 their mission was to ‘foster interest in the preservation of traditional mountain crafts." That's where the demonstrations including metal working, blacksmithing, pottery, and painting come into the event. They have expanded their class offerings to include more modern arts and crafts. Check out their class schedules. Kelly, a good friend of ours is very excited t... 11/03/2009

1144 Tanyard $157,000 106 Four Seasons $25,000 1222 Veech Lane $118,000 We keep a multitude of statistical information and welcome the opportunity to share our market knowledge with motivated parties. Recorded sales transfers for the resorts are acquired electronically from records inputted at the Somerset County Court House, Office of the Recorder of Deeds. We review sales in Jefferson (Hidden Valley) and Middlecreek (Seven Springs) Townships on a weekly basis. Prices do not reflect bill of sales and other out of settlement transfers. Furnishings, which are included in the majority of sales are assigned no monetary value. We do not post transfers that carry $1.00 values. 10/17/2009

  1616  Snowfield $194,500 1616 Snowfield $194,500   307 Imperial $390,000 2334 South Ridge  $515,000 1606 Snowfield $184,000   564 Pine $145,000 Recorded sales transfers for the resorts are acquired electronically from records inputted at the Somerset County Court House, Office of the Recorder of Deeds. We review sales in Jefferson (Hidden Valley) and Middlecreek (Seven Springs) Townships on a weekly basis. Prices do not reflect bill of sales and other out of settlement transfers. Furnishings, which are included in the majority of sales are assigned no monetary value. We do not post transfers that carry $1.00 values. 09/04/2009

1610 Snowfield   $174,600 As this posting takes us through the first half of 2009 we thought you enjoy some other statistics. Total transfers for Hidden Valley are substantially off with Jan through June only seeing 18 sales compared to 56 last year. The average sales prices here have declined compared to the same time frame in ‘08. Active Listings by number of bedrooms and their price ranges! Below information is from the West Penn MLS. Bedrooms HV Price Range One 10 $65,000 -   $127,900 Two 17 $139,900 - $259,500 Three 28 $180,000 - $519,000 Four 15 $199,900 - $430,000 > Four 5 $499,000 - $3,500,000 Totals 75   We keep a multitude of statistical information and welcome the opportunity to share our market knowledge with motivated parties. Recorded sales transfers for the resorts are ac... 07/03/2009

Back at Hidden Valley under the new Buncher Ownership are summer camps!  Valley Day Adventure Camps and the Junior Golf Camps are two choices that will give you some free time this summer. The camps were set up to give the "kids an educational element with some professional instruction."  If they're between 7 and 12 this program is designed for them! "Each Valley Adventure Day Camp program runs from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. for five consecutive days. Valley Day Adventure Camp is available July 13 -17, July 27 - 31, and August 3 - 7. The cost for the camp is $245 per camper per 5-day program. The price includes all of the activities, instruction, supplies, lunch and snack for all five days. Space is limited, to make your reservations today call 814-443-8000, ext. 269 or click here for more de... 07/02/2009

Still trying to figure out what to get Dad for Father's Day? At Hidden Valley Dad's get to eat for half price! From 10 to 2 this Sunday take advantage of the first time offered Sunday Brunch at the Clock Tower! Kids have to accompany DAD to take advantage of this special offering! Extra bonus, kids age 4 and under get to eat free! According to their e-mail update this kicks off "a new era in the resort's food and beverage service." Stew Ireland, Hidden Valley's new food and beverage manager shares that "Father's Day seemed to be the perfect occasion to introduce guests to our new and improved quality, guest service and the resort's new Sunday Brunch, which will be offered every Sunday though out the season." Yes, reservations are recommended 814-443-8000 extension 259. And there's more!... 06/18/2009

46 Valley View          $122,500 2107 South Ridge     $160,000 06/05/2009

155 Imperial         $185,000 1234 Gristmill        $110,000 2402 South Ridge  $313,000 36 Lake View         $145,000 Recorded sales transfers for the resorts are acquired electronically from records inputted at the Somerset County Court House, Office of the Recorder of Deeds. We review sales in Jefferson (Hidden Valley) and Middlecreek (Seven Springs) Townships on a weekly basis and post monthly. Prices do not reflect bill of sales and other out of settlement transfers. Furnishings, which are included in the majority of sales are assigned no monetary value. We do not post transfers that carry $1.00 values. 05/11/2009

221 Four Seasons         $26,000 1820 Eagles Ridge      $184,000 5327 Summit Vista      $250,000 43 Valley View             $125,000 1965 South Ridge        $279,000 1155 Kepple               $139,000   Recorded sales transfers for the resorts are acquired electronically from records inputted at the Somerset County Court House, Office of the Recorder of Deeds. We review sales in Jefferson (Hidden Valley) and Middlecreek (Seven Springs) Townships on a weekly basis. Prices do not reflect bill of sales and other out of settlement transfers. Furnishings, which are included in the majority of sales are assigned no monetary value. We do not post transfers that carry $1.00 values. 04/04/2009

1220 Veech Lane          $115,000 1326 West Ridge          $240,000 1715 Snowfield Run       $261,000 1937 South Ridge Way  $290,000 03/03/2009

1242 Tanyard     $190,000 02/07/2009

Kicking off 2009 winterfest activities in the Laurel Highlands is KDKA-TV with their sister station Pittsburgh's CW and Hidden Valley. Beginning TODAY you'll find January 23 through February 1, jammed packed with games, contests, activities, food, and fun!   KDKA has video coverage posted and Hidden Valley has the line up of events posted on their site. This marks the first of an annual celebration and the weather is going to be AWESOME!! Bring the family and friends and give it a try! Tonight is the Snow Blast Family Tubing Party from 5-7. Several of our office families are going over. We hope you'll let us know what a good time you had or send a picture of the fun things you did while you were here. We'll make a slide show and post them to share how much fun can be had in our Laurel H... 01/23/2009

BEFORE we go any further know that the "GOOD NEWS STATISTICS" that we are about to share are calculated by adding ALL transfers together from MLS and Court House records. There IS a significant difference if you focus on any one style of property. Call us for more details!  SO here goes, BOTH RESORT MARKETS SAW APPRECIATION AND AN INCREASE IN THEIR AVERAGE SELLING PRICE! Hummmm, stocks vs real estate?? Hidden Valley saw a 21.66% appreciation in the average sales price from $174,353 in 07 to $222,548 in 08. Seven Springs was right behind them with appreciation of 20.71% from 2007 average sales price of $310,532. to $391,648. (Only includes resale transfers.) Southwind (new sales) totaled 49 recorded transfers at $33,312,742 upping the average sales price to $679,852. Total dollar volume ... 01/15/2009