OFF THE MARKET – Harvey LA Golf Course Home for Sale in Stonebridge Esprit

Affordable golf course living on the West Bank?  You bet, right here in the Stonebridge Esprit subdivision.

From the welcoming exterior to the tastefully decorated interior to the golf course view from the rear porch and balcony, this newly listed Harvey home for sale has it all!

A visually stunning entry foyer?  Check.

An upgraded kitchen?  Check.

A to-die-for master bath?  Check.

Bonus spaces to suit your wants, needs and lifestyle?  Check, check and check.

Take a sneak peak at what could be yours….

Are you ready to see this gorgeous home up close and in person?  Contact the West Bank Living team to schedule your private showing today.

Copyright 2009.  West Bank Living.  All rights reserved.

Two Heads Are Better Than One

On the heels of my recent move to Keller Williams, there is another big change happening at West Bank Living.  It’s getting harder to keep up with the inquiries from buyers and sellers and still provide the same level of service that my clients expect from me and that I expect from myself.  But, I hate to just refer folks to another agent and then not keep at least a pinkie finger on the pulse of what’s going on and if they are being taken care of in the way that I would want them to.

To solve that problem, West Bank Living is growing with the addition of a buyer specialist and the formation of a team!

I’m pleased to introduce Terri Babineaux to you all.

Terri has over 13 years experience in West Bank real estate and is one of the hardest working people that I know. She’s smart, she’s thorough and she makes the entire house buying process fun!  I’m thrilled that she agreed to be a part of the West Bank Living team and that buyers who work with us will be in her good hands.

Please join me in welcoming Terri and, as always, feel free to contact us for any of your West Bank real estate needs.

Copyright 2009.  West Bank Living.  All rights reserved.

Relocating? Consider New Orleans…one of the 15 Coolest North American Cities

What does New Orleans have in common with Washington DC, Chicago, Santa Fe, Denver and others?  It’s been named one of the 15 coolest North American cities by msn.com, and rightfully so.  After all, what other city in the U.S. can rival New Orleans with its rich history, stunning architecture and gourmet dining?

While the typical visitor takes in the sights and sounds of the French Quarter and eats their way through the city until they are ready to pop the buttons off of their pants, residents know that the New Orleans and the surrounding areas have so much more to offer.

Cultural Events.  Did you know that New Orleans is home to the oldest American opera association?  Or that if you’ve heard enough jazz for the day, you can take in a performance by the symphony?  If you prefer a little dancing with your music, the ballet would make a perfect night out as well.

Read more about the many cultural events in New Orleans.

Festivals and fairs.  I don’t think there is a person in the city who doesn’t attend at least one or two festivals a year.  Whether it’s a fundraising event for a local school,  a food festival, or the big daddy of them all, the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, your calendar can quickly be filled to overflowing with the large number of events that are scheduled throughout the year.  2009 New Orleans Festival Calendar

Family friendly fun. A common misconception is that New Orleans is not a kid friendly town.  Au contraire!  We have a wide variety of things to do and places to go that are not only family friendly, but designed specifically with the kids in mind.  Family activities in New Orleans

Military specials.  For military personnel being transferred to New Orleans, there are even some extra special on base activities just for you!  One of the most fun is the Welcome Home Troops Parties that are held at NAS JRB New Orleans on a regular basis.  The parties will continue until every single serviceperson returns home.

This is just the tip of the iceberg!  It’s no wonder that New Orleans was honored as a cool city…and that’s why I’m still proud to call it home.

Relocating to New Orleans? The West Bank Living team would be thrilled to help you find the right place to call home.

Copyright 2009.  West Bank Living.  All rights reserved.

The Arbors: An Algiers Community Nestled in the Woods

Picture this: You leave the office at 5 pm, fighting to get out of the parking lot and into the traffic.  Merge, yield, creep, crawl.  The traffic breaks up and suddenly you are on your way…home.

Home.  Where you can relax on the porch and watch the cranes and egrets as they search for an evening snack.

Home.  Where the sounds of nature replace the sounds of the city.

Home.  Where you are surrounded by mature maples, elms, pecans, oaks, and sugarberry trees, with their leaves dancing and rustling in the breeze.

Home.  Where people have a minimal impact on the environment through the use of ecologically sound drainage and building practices.

Home…

Welcome to The Arbors

The Arbors is a master planned and gated community located on the Lower Coast of Algiers, just across from English Turn.  Even though it’s only 6 miles from downtown New Orleans, you’ll feel the worries of the world slip away as you drive through the gates and enter your own woodland paradise.

The majority of the 92 acre development is dedicated to the preservation of old growth trees, with the number of home sites limited to 100.  Large, estate sized lots are located on winding lanes and cul-de-sac streets that surround the community lakes, offering you the serenity and tranquility that comes with building your own nest in the woods.

Planned future additions to the community include walking and biking trails and a community pool.

Homesites in The Arbors are available from the upper $80s to the low $200s and range in size from 1/2 acre to just over 1 acre.  Covenants and restrictions apply and all architectural plans must be approved.

For more information on individual lot prices and availability, please contact Lisa Heindel.  It would be my pleasure to welcome you to Algiers and The Arbors.

Pricing is accurate as of the date of publication, but subject to change.

Copyright 2009.  Lisa Heindel and West Bank Living.  All rights reserved.

New Orleans Opera Returns to the Mahalia Jackson Theatre of the Performing Arts

New Orleans has always been known for the non-stop party atmosphere of the French Quarter, the glorious cuisine that makes every other city pale in comparison and the annual celebration of Mardi Gras.  But there is so much more to the city than a 24 hour party and last night we able to soak in some culture of another type.

Since Hurricane Katrina, the Mahalia Jackson Theatre has been shuttered due to storm damage.  Flooding and wind damage left the electrical and mechanical system in ruins and mold began its march up the aisles, and across the seats, curtains and walls.  The New Orleans Opera Association was forced to move production to the much smaller McAllister Auditorium on Tulane’s campus…until this past week.

The theatre reopened with a free concert on January 8th, performances by Itzhak Perlman and the San Francisco Ballet on January 10th and ended it’s inaugural week by welcoming Placido Domingo to perform at the dedication of the “Placido Domingo” stage last night.

I’ll be the first to admit that when hubby said he bought season tickets to the opera, I wasn’t exactly thrilled.  As a musician, he has an appreciation for so many types of music that I don’t typically listen to.

But, the first two performances that we attended at McAllister were so enjoyable that I found myself really looking forward to seeing Placido Domingo perform.  In addition to the opportunity to hear a world renowned tenor performer, what can beat a night out as grown-ups with the chance to dress up thrown in as well?

Before we even got off of the interstate, we could see the spotlights flashing through the air, beckoning everyone to the theatre.  Security was plentiful, parking was easy and as we walked up to the theatre entrance, I was extremely impressed with the renovation of both the building and the grounds.

Pools of water with bridges over them, lines of fountains, paper lanterns that looked like they were floating on air…it actually didn’t even feel like we were in New Orleans!

Entering the theatre, we were immediately surrounded by all of the other attendees, dressed to the nines and sipping wine before taking their seats.  I was reminded of how small town New Orleans really is as we ran into friends along the way, some who don’t even live here anymore but returned for the concert (now that’s a dedicated opera fan!).

The evenings master of ceremonies was Academy Award nominated actress Patricia Clarkson, daughter of New Orleans City Council President Jackie Clarkson and a native of not just New Orleans, but right here on the West Bank, having grown up in Algiers.  She kept the show rolling, from the opening number by the New Orleans Opera Chorus (with around 100 members) to the presentation of proclamations to Mr. Domingo during the stage naming ceremony (who knew you could get a key to the entire state?) to the closing toast by the performers that included a little ditty poking fun at FEMA.

As the night ended, we made the quick ride back to the West Bank, arias still ringing in our ears and thrilled that we were able to personally witness the return of opera in New Orleans to it’s rightful home.

Relocating to New Orleans?  You might also enjoy reading:

A history of the New Orleans Opera

You Want Culture?  New Orleans Has Got It!

New Orleans – More Than Just a Party Town

All content copyright 2009.  Lisa Heindel and West Bank Living.  All rights reserved.

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