Around Here - Halloween Activities

Looking for some fun, family friendly Halloween inspired activities to do this month? I absolutely love Halloween so I have put together this list as an easy guide for those of you who love the holiday too! 

October - Friday and Saturday nights take the Haunted Hangtown Ghost Tour from 8:45-11:30PM in historic Placerville - meet with a paranormal investigator and explore the stories of the old buildings. 

October - Fridays and Saturdays from 7-10PM - Nightmare Forest takes you on a haunted forest trail through Gold Rush Country. 

October 17th - November 4th - Pumpkin Nights at Gold Country Fairgrounds - over 3000 hand carved pumpkins PLUS seasonal beverages and treats and a screening of Coco! This is one that I have missed in years past, and is definitely on my list for this year. 

Pumpkin Nights, Auburn

October 19th, 20,21, and 28th - Safe and Super Halloween from 5-9PM at Fairy Tale Town, Sacramento  - treat stations, costume parade, hands-on activities and  take photos with different dinosaur species. 

October 20th from 1-4PM - Cameron Park Halloween Carnival and Pumpkin Patch at Cameron Park Lake - Old fashioned carnival games, a pumpkin patch maze, crafts, bounce house, costume parade & more! 

October 27th - Festifall and costume contest from 1-4PM in Historic Folsom. Trick or treating, jump houses & prizes. 

October 28th from 2-5 PM in the Quail Business Park, Folsom - Healthy Halloween - inflatable obstacle course, princess makeovers, costume contests and a magician.

October 31st - Halloween Spooktacular from 3-6 PM at El Dorado Hills Town Center. Trick or treating from local businesses and a costume contest. 

October 31st  from 4-6PM - Trick or Treat on Main Street in Placerville + costume contest and carnival. 



Looking for a Haunted House? You can probably find something to scare you in the links below!

Preston Castle, Ione - constructed in 1894, this real life castle turns into a terrifying haunted house at Halloween! Open Weekends starting October 12 

Preston Castle, Ione

Heartstoppers, Rancho Cordova - Sacramento's longest running haunted house - Open Fridays and Weekends now through October 31st. 

Cemetarium, Citrus Heights - Full Scare and "Low Scare" for families - Open October 19th Novemeber 3rd. 

Ultimate Terror Scream Park, Sacramento - 3 New Attractions including The Optic Surgeon, Paranormal Playground & Cabin Sickness. Open September 28 - October 31st. 

Fear Farm, Davis - Haunted Corn Maze, evil clowns & zombie paintball - Open Now through October 31st. 

Fright Fest, Six Flags, Vallejo - Tons of haunted attractions, scare zones, shows, rides and more! Open September 21 - October 31st. 

Wussmaker at Scandia - Haunting is their passion and thrill! Open Weekends now through October 31st. 


Have a spooky Halloween!

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Sold by the Discover Joy in Real Estate Team, October

3300 & 3318 Tranquil Creek Road, Placerville

6530 Northbrook Way, Fair Oaks

1017 Hanover Court, El Dorado Hills

5924 Sutter Avenue, Carmichael

6201 Magpie Lane, Shingle Springs

Get Your Home Ready For Winter Now

If you are someone that likes to be proactive, you may have already gotten a head start on some of these things. If you aren't, this is a great place to start! You can read through this list and start checking off items so you and your family are prepared for the fall and winter months. 

1. Test your smoke alarms.

2. Get a chimney inspection - if you have a wood burning fireplace, it's a good idea to get your chimney inspected and swept before you use it 

3. Clean your gutters and downspouts to remove leaves and other blockages. Check to make sure all your downspouts are in place and are angled so they run away from the house. 

4. Get a roof inspection - last year, I had several friends who founds leaks (surprise) in the middle of winter when it was pouring! Don't be one of those people! Get your roof checked early. There are several companies who will come out and do an inspection for free too! 

5. Make sure your landscape drains are cleaned out and draining properly. 

6. Restock essentials! In case of a power outage, you'll want to have to have candles, flashlights, snacks, and bottled water on hand. 

7. Heating and Cooling System - Change all filters. 

8. Water Heater - Drain the water heater until it is clear of sediment and refill with clean water. This will extend the life of your water heater. 

9. Check your foundation for moisture and cracks that are expanding. 

10. Exterior - caulk windows where you see cracks and touch up any exterior paint where it is cracking/peeling. 


Have a great holiday / winter season! 

Price Reduced by 74k in Shingle Springs!

6201 Magpie Court

Shingle Springs

Build your dream home on this gorgeous 10 acre parcel with lots of trees and beautiful views! Usable property has capped well. Year round stream along the boundary line. Electricity on Magpie to the property. This property has all the country feels but is still close to shopping and dining in Cameron Park! Only 10 minutes to HWY 50! 

Now offered for $125,000
Offered by the Discover Joy In Real Estate Team 

Contact me today for details

530-391-1576

sarah@sarah-ratliff.com

Around Here - Discount Days

Someone asked me the other day why my husband and I hardly ever go to the movies. Well, it's because the price of a movie ticket has sky-rocketed! Now that they have installed luxury recliners pretty much everywhere, it's approximately $15 a ticket. For someone like me, who loves pinching pennies, that's too much to spend by the time you buy 2 tickets and of course, popcorn. 
I realized some of you might feel the same way, especially if you have to buy 4 or 5 tickets when you go! 

So where can you get a cheap movie these days? 
I put together this little list of movie theaters and other places around here that offer "Discount Days". 
What my husband and I like to do when we do go to the movies is skip the luxury seats and head to the "old" Folsom Movie Theater - tickets are still only $7.50 there every day for general admission!
They also offer a discounted price of $5.00 on Tuesdays, all day! This is so great because it is good for all Cinemark theaters in our area as well, including Roseville, Arden, Elk Grove and more.  

Regal Cinemas also offers a discount on Tuesdays of $6.25. You can find Regal Theaters in El Dorado Hills, Placerville, Elk Grove, and Roseville. Click here to find one near you! 

Palladio in Folsom has a discounted price on movies for everyone on Tuesdays of $5.00. 

The Sunrise Mall Movie Theater plays movies that may be just a little outdated or first came out a couple weeks ago but the price is right. They play movies every day for $3.99. 

If you are also interested in taking the family to eat before or after the movie, here are a couple dining deals worth mentioning:

Applebee's: Kids ages 12 and under eat free on Tuesdays when an adult purchases a full price entrée.
Chevy's:  Kids 12 and under can enjoy one kid’s meal for $1 every Wednesday, per adult entrée purchased. Available all day.
Denny's: Kids eat free 4-10PM on Tuesdays. 
Chili's: Kids 12 & under eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée.
Chick-Fil-A: 5:30 to 7:30 pm — Kids get a free kids meal.
Coco's Restaurant: Kids eat free Monday - Thursday, 4Pm - Close. 

Have fun! As usual, please contact me with questions or, if you have other ideas, I would love to hear them!

It's Apple Season!

One of my favorite things about fall has always been visiting Apple Hill. If you have not been, I highly recommend it. They are famous for their apples, but they also have an abundance of other goodies! 

Stop at a winery for some of the best wine our county has to offer - bring a picnic lunch and make a day out of your trip. Pick a pumpkin or two at 24Carrot Farm or Boa Vista! Buy a pumpkin pie or cider to go or as a gift or pick berries with the family. There is so much to do! My favorite stop has always been High Hill Ranch, but I also love Boa Vista and Abel's Acres. You can usually find me coming back to McGee's for a Christmas Tree too! 

Below is a list of Apple Hill Growers to guide you. You can also visit their website for more events and activities,  a complete list of growers including wineries, and a harvest calendar!

 Hubs and I - High Hill Ranch 2015

Gorgeous Single Story Shingle Springs Home

5730 Fernwood Loop

Shingle Springs

Sweeping VIEWS to the Sacramento Valley are a rare find in this SINGLE STORY home in prestigious Royal Equestrian Estates. Desirable open floor plan is perfect for family gatherings and entertaining. 5 bedrooms plus a BONUS ROOM and home office. Extended outdoor living with peaceful pool, patio, deck, play area, garden, orchard and more. Private, cul de sac location and only 10 mins to HWY 50. Strong 24 gal/min well! Great Schools!! 

5 Beds | 3.5 Baths | 3729 SqFt 

Open Saturday 9/15 from 12-3PM 

Contact me for details!

sarah@sarah-ratliff.com

530-391-1576

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6530 Northbrook Way

Fair Oaks

You won't want to miss this ADORABLE, UPDATED SINGLE STORY home on almost 1/3 ACRE shady GREENBELT lot in the heart of Fair Oaks! This entire property is as cute as a button and has been lovingly maintained by the current owners! Tons of updates including gorgeous tile flooring, molding, lighting, new porch cover and landscaping PLUS a HOT TUB make this home move in ready! Walking distance to amenities and MULTIPLE PARKS in the area and convenient to both highways 50 and 80. 

Contact me for details

sarah@sarah-ratliff.com | 530-391-1576

Price Reduced!

6530 Northbrook Way

Fair Oaks

Now offered for $309,000

You won't want to miss this ADORABLE, UPDATED SINGLE STORY home on almost 1/3 ACRE shady GREENBELT lot in the heart of Fair Oaks! This entire property is as cute as a button and has been lovingly maintained by the current owners! Tons of updates including gorgeous tile flooring, molding, lighting, new porch cover and landscaping PLUS a HOT TUB make this home move in ready! Walking distance to amenities and MULTIPLE PARKS in the area and convenient to both highways 50 and 80. 

Find details at 6530Northbrook.com

or contact me 

sarah@sarah-ratliff.com | 530-391-1576

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2331 Aramon Drive

Rancho Cordova

Picturesque Properties - Available Now

With all the new home building that seems to be going on, everywhere you look, land is becoming more and more scarce. If you have been looking for that perfect property on which to build your dream home, consider one of these gorgeous parcels! 
~ Now available by the Discover Joy in Real Estate Team

5841 Marybelle Lane, Shingle Springs

Unbelievable views of the surrounding foothills and canyons can be yours from this 14+ acre parcel. In an area of high end custom homes, this would make a great property to build on. Drive up Wegotta Way to see the flat land and best views at the top! Very private yet less than 10 minutes to HWY 50. Electricity along Marybelle. Great schools!! 

Offered for $275,000 

For additional details and photos please visit 5841Marybelle.com

1752 Autumn Lane, Shingle Springs

Once in a lifetime VIEWS from this 12+ acre parcel! Private setting with gated entry provides the peaceful escape you're looking for. Water meter is in and electricity nearby makes building less expensive. Building site at the top of the hill has been graded. Close in location and great schools!!! 

Offered for $299,000

Click here for details on this beautiful property!

2816 Holly Hills Lane, Cameron Park 

Serene, almost half acre lot located in a quiet neighborhood in the heart of Cameron Park! Build your dream home on this great lot within minutes to both town and award winning schools! 

Offered for $80,000

For details visit 2816HollyHills.com

2027/2029 River Canyon Lane, El Dorado Hills

CLOSE UP views of Folsom Lake from these private end of the road waterfront lots in prestigious Southpointe. Two of the most serene and tranquil lots left in El Dorado County sit above New York Cove where boaters escape from the busier main lake and enjoy calmer waters. House plans available. 

Offered at $175,000 | Purchase price for both is $300,000. Possible Owner Financing.

Details at RiverCanyon.com

3300/3318 Tranquil Creek Road, Placerville

The lot you have been waiting for has what you need to start building your dream home. This gently sloping over ONE AND HALF ACRE lot has EID lines to the property and electricity close by! (Buyer to verify). Walk to historic downtown Placerville! Close to amenities, minutes from Highway 50 and convenient to great schools and parks in the area! 

Offered for $75,000 each

Find details at TranquilCreek.com

3226 Cambridge Road, Cameron Park

It's here! The lot you have been waiting for has what you need to start building your dream home. This USABLE 1/3 ACRE lot has EID lines to the property and PG& E utilities to the site! (Buyer to verify). Walk to Cameron Park Lake and various other parks in the vicinity! Close to amenities, minutes from Highway 50 and convenient to TOP RATED SCHOOLS! 

Offered for $107,000

Click here for more info about this great parcel!

Pinchem Lane, Rescue

Build your dream home on this beautiful 10 acre parcel with Sierra Views in Rescue! Surrounded by custom built homes in a quiet neighborhood yet close to services! 

Offered for $150,000 

French Creek, Shingle Springs

If you're looking for VIEWS, look no further! Lot with easement for road and utilities has prime location on paved road. Close to HWY 50, shopping and dining yet has that country feel. Fantastic schools!

Offered for $175,000 

Find details at FrenchCreek.com 

Puerta del Sol, Camino

Lot 32 in Exclusive Gated Rancho Del Sol with beautiful views of Weber Creek and surrounding foothills. Property has a private woodsy feel with a mix of oak and pine trees. Possible Owner Financing! Fire Hydrant at property! Only 10 minutes to HWY 50. 

Offered for $169,650

RanchoDelSol.com

3131 Sierra Blanca Road, Camino

Commercial lot with HWY 50 visibility available in the HIGH TRAFFIC Apple Hill area! Next to a busy Valero gas station! Food, service or office space would be ideal in an area with few options for residents and visitors. Tahoe traffic in both directions makes this the perfect spot for a rest stop. Go to the EDC DOT Camino Safety Project web site to see possible rerouting of traffic to Apple Hill beside this lot. 

Offered for $349,000

Find information at 3131SierraBlanca.com

Meder Road, Shingle Springs

Nearly 30 acres of usable acreage in the heart of Shingle Springs. Excellent location close to HWY 50 and Ponderosa High School. Zoned RE5 so possible split? EID lines run along Meder Road. Build your dream home here! 

Offered for $475,000 | MederRoad.com

6201 Magpie Court, Shingle Springs

Build your dream home on this gorgeous 10 acre parcel with lots of trees and beautiful views! Usable property has capped well. Year round stream along the boundary line. Electricity on Magpie to the property. This property has all the country feels but is still close to shopping and dining in Cameron Park! Only 10 minutes to HWY 50! 

Offered for $199,000 | 6201MagpieCourt.com 

5924 Sutter Avenue, Carmichael

It will be a breeze to build your multi-residential property on this LEVEL lot! Utilities at site from previous structure. EXCELLENT location near schools, shopping, dining, hospital, recreation and only minutes to HWY 50! Offered for $450,000 | 5924SutterAvenue.com

Contact me for details!

sarah@sarah-ratliff.com

530-391-1576