My Life as a Realtor – Day 260
My Life as a Realtor ~
Day 260:
Wednesday – Appointments in Carmel NY.
Then off to do some errands and get ready for my 2nd appointment for the day in Thornwood NY. I arrived home at 9:55pm – just in the nick of time to see the American Idol results!
Night Sky in Thornwood NY
My Life as a Realtor – Day 235
My Life as a Realtor ~
Day 235:
Rain, rain go away…
A very rainy Saturday as I met with new clients in Brewster NY. We viewed a total of 5 homes and I was soaked as I made my way to the office to wait for appointment #2 – which happen to be with a very good friend of mine. We viewed 3 homes and had a ball – wet and all!
Here is a list of the homes I viewed with my first appointment…
- 814 Route 22 – Brewster NY
- 2617 Carmel Ave – Brewster NY
- 47 North Brewster Rd – Brewster NY
- 7 W Worthington – Carmel NY
- 50 Homer Dr – Brewster NY
My 2nd appointment included a Historic home in Patterson NY. I always enjoy viewing older homes and seeing each and every detail and wondering how families first lived there…
Here are the homes we viewed…
- 2629 Carmel Ave - Brewster NY ~~ CLICK ~~
- 2643 Route 22 – Patterson NY ~~ CLICK ~~
- 750 Milltown Rd – Brewster NY ~~ CLICK ~~
I arrived home in the evening – just in time for a great dinner that my son David made. Then, computer work and got myself ready for tomorrow’s appointment.
My Life as a Realtor – Day 169
My Life as a Realtor ~
Day 169:
CLOSING DAY for my client!!
The closing was held in Carmel, NY at Attorney William Shillings office. Here are a few pics I took as I drove in Carmel…
A beautiful sunny day
Just a few minutes away from the attorney’ s office – I can see “The Retreat” on the horizon
Then past Lake Gleneida
and the Historic Putnam Court House
After the closing, my client was extremely excited and it was also exciting for me to be a part of this. As we said our goodbyes, I noticed a plaque on the wall…
“It’s a Wonderful Life” – One of my favorite movies and sayings!
My Life as a Realtor – Day 85
My Life as a Realtor ~
Day 85:
Wednesday – Realtor Open House Day! Lot’s to do before heading into the office, including working on a new offer.
Today’s Open Houses were great – Carolyn, Eva, Faith and I set out to view our first home in Carmel, NY – 32 Brookview Drive, Carmel, NY ~ CLICK ~ to view listing sheet. An absolutely lovely home, with a very talented owner – I felt as though I was walking through an art gallery, viewing beautiful paintings. What a pleasure to be able to preview it for potential clients!
We moved on to house #2 – in the town of Kent, NY - 4 Mamanasco Road in Kent, NY ~ CLICK ~ to view listing sheet. This home is an estate – a great buy with lots of potential. House #3 was in Patterson, NY – 48 Morningside Dr, Patterson, NY ~ CLICK ~ to view listing sheet. Another lovely home just waiting for a new homeowner! And last, but not least, house #4 in Brewster, NY – 9 Tea House Lane – Brewster, NY ~ CLICK ~ to view listing sheet - This gated home has stunning architectural details throughout!
Views in Brewster, NY
My Life as a Realtor – Day 84
My Life as a Realtor ~
Day 84:
It’s Tuesday – kiddies are all back to school after a long weekend. I have lots to do before my noon’ish appointment with my client. At the top of my list – price reduction on one of my listings – 150 Pocono Road ~ Brookfield, CT – Reduced to $398,000 ~ CLICK ~ to View Listing Sheet.
I met my client at the office – Century 21 VJF Realty, and viewed 5 homes in the Carmel/Kent – Brewster/Patterson area. One of the homes was a second showing – it has loads of potential!
Lake Carmel – a picture I took last Fall
Did some work – errands – and home to make dinner and tend to the kids – pets and house – and, very, very grateful that Jonathan’s soccer practice was canceled! That’s one less thing on my “To Do” list.
My Life as a Realtor – Day 69
My Life as a Realtor ~
Day 69:
Appointment today with my client – a NYC Police Officer. 3 homes in Patterson, NY – all in the Putnam Lake area – and 7 homes in the Kent, NY area near Lake Carmel.
View from the front door of one of the homes viewed…
My Life as a Realtor – Day 21
My Life as a Realtor ~
Day 21:
Busy day – appointment in Patterson – a church built in 1874 and turned into a residential home in the 1970′s.
Then off to a Doctor’s appointment in Carmel – David will need surgery – scheduled for Monday.
David – waiting to see the Doctor
Next, appointment in New Milford – to view an over-sized Cape. My clients and I then went to their home, in New Fairfield - where I took photos and information to put their home on the market.
Homes Visited During Realtor Open House Day
During this past Wednesdays Realtor Open House Day – Carolyn and I viewed 2 MAGNIFICENT HOMES with AWESOME VIEWS – no wonder why I love my job!
Home with views of the Middle Branch Reservoir
Home with views over moutains and reservoir
My Cell Phone Pic – Carmel, NY
During a Realtor Open House Day, I visited an historic home in Carmel, NY. Built in the 1760′s, this home is loaded with charm and of course… history. Everything from the architecture to the furniture and decorative items - including this antique telephone, which brought me back in time. Or so I could wonder what it was like…
Home, Home on the Range…
Sometimes, when I’m out showing homes in the Carmel, Brewster, Patterson and Pawling, NY areas – I can’t help but to sing, “Home, home on the range…” 
Neilsphotography – Flickr.com We don’t have any buffalo, but we do have lots of horses and cattle!
View from Route 22 in Patterson, NY
Horses in Brewster, NY To get to know someone who lives on a ranch, do yourself a favor and visit an awesome site ThePioneerWoman.com <CLICK> . She invites all to her Frontier! Please enjoy Roy Rogers fronting The Sons of the Pioneers while singing… Home on the Range – a bit of nastalgia.
Realtor Open House Day – Carmel
This week for Realtor Open House Day, we viewed a piece of history! Originally built in 1760 and added onto throughout the 1800′s, this home in Carmel, NY has approximately 5,700 square feet, 4 fireplaces, ornate moldings and wide plank floors.
Please call for more info – cell: 203-648-2619
Here is a sneak peek -
If these walls could talk…
Carmel, NY – A Place to Call Home
Carmel, NY is located in Putnam County – consisting of hamlets in Carmel, Mahopac and Mahopac Falls. Located just a few miles from the Westchester County border and approximately 55 miles from NYC, with access to I-84 and the Croton Falls and Southeast Train Station for commuting. The population of Carmel is approximately, just under, 35,000 and the residents are able to enjoy the rural charm of the village and Historical significance. Lake Gleneida – with a statue of Sybil Ludington, is located just across from the Putnam County Courthouse, a National Historic Landmark erected in 1814. There are also other lakes – Lake Carmel, ponds,reservoirs, parks, farms and horse stables – adding the picturesque scenery.
Children either attend the Carmel Schools - or - the Mahopac Schools.
Some wonderful places to visit in Carmel -
- Centennial Golf Club - a 27 hole Championship course on 340 acres.
- Smalley’s Inn & Restaurant- built in 1883 and where they say several ghostly incidents have happened.
- Your choice of many restaurants from around the world!
- The Sedgewood Country Club – a private community with golf and tennis facilities.
- Putnam County Hospital
Carmel offers many Condo/Townhouse complexes – Hunter’s Glen, Sparrow Ridge, The Fairways, Misty Hills, Twin Brook Manor, Kings Grant, Vista on the Lake, Woodland Trail, Clearing in the Woods, the new Country Villas at Stoneleigh and for adult active communities - also new Stoneleigh Woods and The Retreat.
If your looking to purchase a home – or sell your home …. Feel free to contact me via cell or text: 203-648-2619 – or – e-mail me at: Diana.Santos@Century21.com – any day, any time!
For more information – Carmel, NY – Postcard History Series from Amazon.com
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Friends on the Road in Real Estate
As many of you know, I am a Realtor in New York and Connecticut. Within those 2 states, I cover 5 counties – Westchester, Putnam and Dutchess counties in NY and Fairfield and parts of Litchfield counties in CT. That is ALOT of driving!
Along the way, I have seen many interesting places and have met some new friends – critter friends – some small and some … not so small!
Adorable pup in Carmel, NY – at first, he came out of his home barking up a storm, then allowed me to step out of the car to view his property.
A very brave Chipmunk who allowed me to snap a few photos.
Stopped to say “Hello” to these fellows after a very exciting viewing of the home of an Oscar winning actor in Patterson, NY!
I didn’t get out of the car for this photo! 
Many, many ponds, lakes, streams and reservoirs through out all 5 counties full of fish, turtles, frogs, ducks, geese, swans, ….
Two Doves who kept getting closer and closer to me.
If your thinking of purchasing a home and moving here, just think – when the kids ask for a pet, just take them for a ride – there is so much to see!
WON’T YOU BE MY NEIGHBOR?
Hunter’s Glen – Carmel, NY
HUNTER’S GLEN, a 382 unit development in CARMEL, NY, is conveniently located near I-84 & I-684, the Southeast Train Station, restaurants, shopping and just around the corner from Centennial Golf Club. The 27 hole Championship course on 340 acres with spectacular views!
This beautifully landscaped complex – with a pond and gazebo, has a clubhouse – which can be rented out for functions - an exercise room, pool, tennis courts and playground. It is located in Carmel, NY with Brewster Schools.
Currently, there are units available. If your interested in more information, please contact me!
Diana Cell: 203-648-2619 ~ E-Mail: Diana.Santos@century21.com
WON’T YOU BE MY NEIGHBOR?
Historic Fowler House – Carmel, NY
Another wonderful Realtor Open House Day. Carolyn and I made our way from East Fishkill, NY to Carmel, NY – leaving the best for last!
The Historic Fowler House, built in 1739, is a 5,410 square foot Farm House on 1.460 acres – holds 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 8 fireplaces and loads of history. Much of this homes original features still stand – from the trim work, windows, stagecoach mounting block and it’s very own ice house.
~~~~~~~~~~~~ CLICK Here to View Listing Sheet ~~~~~~~~~~~~
It is said that President George Washington stayed here - Oh, if these walls could talk ….
I wish I could go back in time! Visiting these historic homes through out up-state New York lets me feel like I am!
Own a piece of History! Call for more information on this home and many other historic homes.
Diana – Cell: 203-648-2619 ~ E-Mail: Diana.Santos@Century21.com
LIFE AS A REALTOR – Realtor Open House Day (2)
On Wednesday, it was Realtor Open House Day again here in Putnam County! An associate of mine, Carolyn Wachter and I, set out for our visits to our offices new listings as well as others.
It was a beautiful day, and the first home on our agenda was in Kent, NY – moving on to a new 55 and Better community, currently in construction in Carmel, NY and then – without even knowing - we made our way to Patterson, NY to view an older home – which is always at the top of our must see list.
The Federal Style House, built in 1795, is owned by an Academy Award Winning Actor. The wide-plank floor boards, the numerous fireplaces, the architect throughout the home was mesmerizing. I always find myself wondering what it must have been like living here over 100 years ago - no electric, running water, telephone – no television!
In the Patterson Historical Society Book, where this home is featured, Carolyn read that a previous owner would bring her cow into her room at night to sleep. I couldn’t help but think, “If These Walls Could Talk”.
The listing agent took us on a tour of the home from top to bottom and into the barn-turned-guest-house overlooking the 41 plus acres estate - BEAUTIFUL!
Oh, and I was also able to view “The Oscar” sitting in the corner of a room – the cherry on top of a perfect day – my day… in the Life as a Realtor.
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GETTING TO KNOW ME
As a full time REALTOR in Westchester, Putnam and Dutchess counties in NEW YORK – and Fairfield and parts of Litchfield counties in CONNECTICUT , I am very pleased to have the opportunity to share my passions on REAL ESTATE, FAMILY, PETS, anything and everything in and around a HOME – including COOKING, MOVIES, MUSIC and more!
I have been married for 25+ years to my wonderful husband Joe. We have 5 children – Melissa, David, Amanda, Sara and Jonathan. After waiting anxiously – for almost 17 years, being home with my kids for 10 and a Nursery school teacher for 7 years – I FINALLY became a Licensed Realtor – first in Connecticut - where my family and I live – and then in New York – where my office, Century 21 V.J.F. Realty is located.
I was born and raised in Mt. Vernon, New York. My parents, who came to the US from Portugal, were extremely hard working – with even stronger ethics on being good to everyone – everywhere – period! “Faz bem, nao olhes a quem.” This has been instilled in me all my life, which has made me the mother, wife, daughter, sister, friend and the REALTOR I am today. Thank You Ma and Papa. 
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