Jan
20
Drape It Like Woodrum
Good afternoon, bloggers.
Thank you to those who have been pitching in to answer questions on the blog. There’s such a demand for information about this incredible HGTV Dream Home – I appreciate the help!
Here are more answers to recently posted questions:
- * Gbeaupre and Karnie, there is a dishwasher in the butler’s pantry and one in the kitchen. Here is a picture of the kitchen washer, located to the left of the sink in the center island. I also appreciated the storage in the butler’s pantry and the recycling room, which is located around the corner from the kitchen.
- * Caryn in Illinois, San Antonito Elementary School is 5 to 10 minutes away from San Pedro Overlook.
- * Linda, Lorraine and other folks concerned about privacy in the master suite, take a look at the photos my hubby shot of me closing (and peeking through) the double doors that separate the bedroom wing from the rest of the home. Behind these doors you will enjoy your master suite; master bathroom; master closet (which, in case you missed it, is the biggest closet I’ve ever seen); the Sunrise Room; and the Laundry Room.
- * Oh, yes, Linda, I was just at HGTV Dream Home again and wanted to get a snack. It took me about nine minutes to drive to a grocery store! (My husband insists I tell you that I drive a bit fast, so it might take you 11 minutes.)
- * Terabythia, a cash prize of $250,000 was given away with two past HGTV Dream Homes. This year marks the largest cash prize in HGTV Dream Home history.
- * Julie in Tennessee, I just got off the phone with Linda Woodrum and she says the grommet drapes used to separate the master suite from the sunrise room were custom designed by Ethan Allen and displayed using hardware appropriate for the grommet drape style. To copy the look, anchor your drape rod at the very top of your wall, close to the ceiling, and make sure the curtains reach the floor.
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I must also share that during my recent HGTV Dream Home trip, I witnessed the most amazing – and awe-inspiring – sunset ever. It was rich with reds, golds and streaks of purple that blended in with the clouds. It made me wish I were a painter. In this time of chaos and destruction caused by natural disasters, I find myself closing my eyes to recall that sunset. It helps me focus on my deep gratitude for my life and my family.
Your Super Fan,
Gail
hgtv has done it again. what a beautiful home.your designer is fabulous. I HOPE NEXT YEAR YOU CHOOSE THE BEAUTIFUL STATE OF NEW JERSEY.
Gosh how nice you would answer all the viewers questions!! I just wanted to put this out there, cause I want it to be said. My mother's dream is to live in New Mexico. She has always told us this. It's because her favorite artist found her soul there! I have been entering this contest non-stop…sometimes I wonder if she could have had her dream life as an artist in New Mexico, if us kids weren't born…but I know she'd never wish for that!
Recently, my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer, and it's been really hard for me. She, however, is in good spirits and is thinking positively. I just wish my mom could live her dream! So I am working hard to make that happen….this house would be her dream come true!!
Thanks so much for your comments…especially about the Master Suite. That and the Sunrise Room are toss ups for my favorite areas of the house. How cool to "see" that the doors transform this into a very private retreat that includes both areas! I can just feel the calming and soothing effect this part of the house will have on whomever finds themselves calling it home!
Does anyone know if there is a half bathroom anywhere in the house? I only know about the master and guest/kids bathroom. But what about when there are guest over and the guest room and kids room is occupied would they have to use the casita or master to use a bathroom? Just curious. I think one would be good over by the office. Also, does anyone know how to see more of the inside of that adorable Alice themed playhouse. The HGTV crew do such an amazing job on these dream homes. New Mexico is such a healing,art inspired state. Who ever wins is sooo lucky. Of course I hope I win, but I will be thrilled for how ever wins this dream. I do wish they could show you after the win clips of these people enjoying the dream. But I know most people dont really stay with the home. I just think it is so cool that HGTV does this every year. So exciting.
There is a 3/4 bath in the office area.
also, if you go to the tour of the back patio and click on the photo gallery, there are several pictures of the playhouse.
Thanks Herritage_Seeker. I thought there would be but I couldn't find it.
Perhaps you've seen this, but in case you haven't here's a link to the HGTVPro site floorplan:
http://www.hgtvpro.com/hpro/photo_template/articl…
Thanks WyoGirl!
This is my mom’s dream house, i wish she could win this place because that is were we are orginally from!!!We dont have any family around and that is close to were my Grandma lives…It would just change our lives very much to be able to go back home!!!Just hoping that could actually happen..
Good luck to you!
How is the winner really picked, and does anyone who enters actually have a chance at this home? Is there a list of previous winners?
I wish I had the link to a video that DBCoop posted, Balinda. However, I will attempt to explain.
All of the "snail mail" is divided into a number of separate bins (in the video there were 18). All of the e-filed entries were also separated into electronic bins (there were nearly 800). There was a drum of "balls," each having a unique number on it, from 1 to "nearly" 800. They spun the drum, and a number was selected. In this case, the number was greater than 18, so they went to the computer and entered that specific "bin" number; than did a "random" selection of a name from that "bin." That was THE winner.
I hopr that helps, again I wish I had the link to the video which "shows" the process! Best regards.
Coop reposted the link, Heritage Seeker. You explained it perfectly, but here it is if there are more questions:
http://blog.hgtv.com/dreamhome/2009/03/13/super-f…
Every valid entry has an equal chance. The past winner info have been posted by HGTV and in various newspaper articles about the annual sweepstakes.
Thanks to Coop, I have that video now. Her's the link:
http://blog.hgtv.com/dreamhome/2009/03/13/super-f…
What restrictions on activities, i.e. Animals (like 4H animals) etc…
Please go to the "Main" page of this site, scroll down to the San Pedro Overlook section (near the bottom) and click on that link. There is ALOT of information about the HOA rules and Community there!
I just went to that link and there is actually very little info about the HOA rules or CC&Rs. No info about how much the dues are, or restrictions, really just a website advertising the development.
and just to guess, I imagine that 4H animals would not be allowed if you are thinking about lambs, cows, or even horses. There are dog competitions in 4H, so that would probably be OK.
Hello i just would like to reply about the video walk through and i think it a sure idea keep going with it ive seen it done befor and it so fun to see everything like that.
Thanx,
Lenny
Daniel here:
I just finished admiring a picture of a painting on at City Of Hope cancer research center in Duarte. My 15 year old sister has been battling aml leukemia for 7 years… She's not doing very well this time around but we all believe for a complete healing! I want to encourage everyone who reads this to live with gratitude for life and family all the time! We never know when something could go wrong… =(
If you are interested to know some of her story, visit us here: http://www.laurenashleymorton.com
Thanks Guy's!!!
What about an excercise room? I have 2 kids so was wondering if the sunrise room would be big enough for tv, dvds, weights, bench/step, mat and excercise ball. Does anyone else have any other ideas?
There is a blogger who recently mentioned that they would turn the Casita in to a "Exercise Room", which would work out great with all of the space and the wonderful shower… You could even mirror the divider wall from the Shower ………. Good Luck!!!
DDaniel here:
I just finished admiring a picture of a painting on at City Of Hope cancer research center in Duarte. My 15 year old sister has been battling aml leukemia for 7 years… She's not doing very well this time around but we all believe for a complete healing! I want to encourage everyone who reads this to live with gratitude for life and family all the time! We never know when something could go wrong… =(
If you are interested to know some of her story, visit us here: http://www.laurenashleymorton.com
Thanks Guy's!!!
Thanks for sharing your story… I will send the warmest thoughts for you and your family, especially your sister!! She is very special and has a definite meaning for this world. Nice to see you over on the Dream Home site…. as, I have seen you often on the Green Home blogs!! Take care….
i keep hearing about a playhouse also with the 2010 dream home. is it the casita or is it actually a playhouse there also
There is a separate playhouse.
ok thanks, didnt know because it didnt show it in any pictures or videos
There are a few pictures in the Back patio section of the tour.
The televised special showed the play house. If you can't catch a repeat, Its online somewhere…
Just wanted to say wow….the house is beautiful….could not ask for anything more…the design…the colors….the furniture….right down to the fixtures….the home is gorgeous….would love to live in New Mexico…
cc&r's hoa dues….oh horrors in this beautiful place? I vote pioneer california for the next dream home
coop and Marie..you know what I mean
Hi Gail,
You are great with answering everyone's questions. I agree with michelle. This Dream Home is absolutely perfect and I too don't care if the nearest store, person, school, etc is an hour away I still would want to live in this beautiful, beautiful home. Everything inside is also pefect. It's nice the rooms have doors but even if they did not that wouldn't stop me from still wanting and loving this home. The anticipation is killing me! I can't wait to see who the lucky winner will be. I have toured and looked at pictures of this home every day. Everyday when I enter, I also tour again and again. I must know this house like the back of my hand as if I already live there. Dream Home is the right name for it because it would be an absolute "DREAM" if I won it. God Bless and have a good day all!
I like this house the best of all the other dream homes. I love the ranch style home and this one has the best views. Is there heat in the floors? What is the weather like year round? what type of heating and cooling does the house have. Did I actually see solar panels on the roof? How cool is that.
I love New Mexico. Love Southwestern food. Love the desert and that crisp smell after a thunderstorm. Love the sunsets, the purples, gold and turquois. Love the spirit of the people. You have captured it all in the design of this house and anyone would be proud to make it their dream home.
I would like to add that my first love is art and since viewing the home on a daily basis, the desire to paint beautiful lanscapes and sunsets has been renewed. My second love is cooking wonderful meals for family and friends. What a wonderful place to entertain and be creative. I will continue to dream about my dream home. I picture myself there every day. Would it be possible to put in a water project outside like a pool or a fish pond with a waterfall ?
I'm happy to see there is a huge closet, couldn't tell by the tours and photos. Also, nice the grocery store is 7 or 11 minutes from the house.
Hello everyone… I feel a little crazy to be so in Love with the idea of winning this home package. Like many Americans I am affected by the recession- in a big way. I moved to Southern New Mexico from Florida (Native!) 12 years ago..I have long felt I should have moved near Albuquerque- This woulo be a God send for me…DREAMING!!!!!
Gail
I'm packed and ready to move on a moments notice. Special thanks to you and all of the blogging buddies for all of the updates!!!!!!!!!
can you see the hot-air balloons from the annual Balloon Fiesta from the Dream Home? I was lucky enough to go out to Albuquerque for the Balloon Fiesta a couple years back and LOVED it, it was so beautiful!
Thanks!
The Sandia Mountains would be in the way. But! Being closer to Sandia Crest than the ABQ viewers, you can get a spectacular view from there.
Does anyone know how they manage all the entries? I know a ton of mail & email is coming in. How is the winner picked.
http://blog.hgtv.com/dreamhome/2009/03/13/super-f…
Last year all entries mailed in and electronic were grouped into fixed number bundles, each bundle is assigned a unique bundle number. First they selected a bundle number randomly. Then they randomly selected an entry out from the previously selected bundle number. They use a third party organization to do everything possible to ensure it's a truly random selection process.
Thank you for all this info on the dream home.
I have one question though.
In the guest room it looks like that dresser is pretty small and same with the dresser in the kid's room. I noticed extra doors in places. Are those extra doors actually closets?
There are closets in both rooms…. They usually save those for viewing from the winner….
I have always been inspired by the Native American culture, and when I first saw this home on HGTV; I just had to run and check it out on my computer. All I can saw is Wow!! Naturally, I entered the contest, and continue to keep up with the current blogs. Thanks for all the great posts, and I will continue to read on…Best of luck to everyone!!
Salazar0979, according to m-w.com, a hoe is “an implement with a think flat blade on a long handle used especially for cultivating, weeding, or loosening the earth around plants.” However, according to Lessie, a hoe is “a preferred weapon of choice against snakes who come across my path. Hoes are two or more weapons of choice to wear a snake out. The second is necessary if one gets too excited, drops the hoe, and needs reinforcement.” Salazar0979, there’s nothing like having good hoes waiting to be used, especially in emergency situations!
hahaha great way to explain it lessie thanks a lot.
and hopefully theres not any in sight.
maybe if you have pets such as dogs they cangive you a warning if they see one.
does anyone know the square footage of the home. And what size are the guest bedrooms? Kids bedroom etc. Love to know that and also what size is the lot? What are the HOA dues?
It’s a beautiful home inside and out.Thanks for all the extra informations
Hi superfan Gail I wanted to know if you knew what the yearly taxes would be on this home ? Thanks for doin what you do, you are the best super fan !
Why doesn't HGTV put up a FAQ page for this Dream Home? Even the worst, cheapest websites I go to elsewhere has them, and people could go there and not have to ask the same questions over and over and wait for an answer. Just a thought.
The house looks very cool. I know my wife keeps telling me to enter again and again.
Gail,
How wide are the door ways????…..hopefully 36" plus..for handicap access…..
I cannot stop dreaming about this house….Sante Fe College is a great small school…Sunsets are my favorite vacation activity…the fragrance of the pinon burning in the fireplaces all over the area is another of my favorite memories…..
11 minutes to the grocery store sounds perfect!
Gail,
Can you tell me more about how the maintenace of the property once it is turned over to the winner?
How much are taxes every year? electric bill? how much tax is taken away from the 500 grand?
thank you !!!
Elsewhere, it's been reported that anywhere from a third to 40% of the TOTAL value of the prizes will be owing to fed/state taxes – so anywhere from $666,666 to $800,000. HOA fees are $200 per month. I don't know that anyone can say what the utilities will run you, unless someone lives in the area, has a similar layout in their home, and has the same kind of usage pattern you would. HTH!
all of it will be taken by tax and then some.
There is federal income tax on the whole prize value of $2,000,000. Add that to your current income to guesstimate your specific tax load. Nobody knows exactly what the utility bills will be, since it new and doesn't have a track record for usage, while lived in. It has solar panels whose electric is sold back to the electric company, but the heating system is natural gas, and it does snow there.
Property taxes have been guessed between 6-10,000 a year. The current HOA fees are $200/month. But as you know things always seem to go up.
I plugged the winnings into my Turbo Tax for giggles and I would owe Colorado about $93,857 and the Feds about $689,737. That is if I keep working! But that is truly a drop in the bucket…
Still dreaming anyway!
Thank you Gail for answering about the dishwasher…………I am looking forward to loading it
I know that the Dream home giveaway is not a competition or based on need but especially in the wake of the recent Haiti earthquake and the still thousands of people that are out of work and lost thier homes in this economy someone who really needs the house and would use it should win. Like someone who lost thier own house in a hurricane or flood or even someone who rents and doesn't own a home. Not someone who already owns a house and this is just thier second home that they sell for profit.
This isn't just a house, its a fully furnished dream home in an exclusive community with a car and half a million dollars cash totaling $2,000,000 value. Monthly upkeep expenses are likely to be in the $1500-$3000 range depending on if the winner mortgages the house to pay federal, state, and local income taxes on the 2 million total not completely covered by the cash part of the prize.
Which means someone who is without income and without a home to sell to pay the income taxes or without credit to get a loan to do so, is not going to be able to live in this house.
i would like to know all about the wild life in the area — cayotes, snakes, others? Do they roam free? What do you do about personal pets — dogs??? Are they in danger?
They have big furry tarantulas too. Yes wild life roams free. Why would you ask?
Watch your animals, or keep them in the house, like you'd have to do anywhere else near "nature".
I was wondering how big the property is that the house sits on? I can't seem to find that anywhere.
Its on 3 acres.
My deepest gratitude to all you HGTV dream home creators! Really, this has been so great, exploring the home and area via internet. My husband, dogs and I were dancing around to "Santa Fe Allstars"- courtesy of iTunes last Friday night! Crazy fun music! It is SO FUN to imagine being there, playing there. I hope everyone is having as much fun with this! It's this kind of creation that inspires so many more- keep the dream homes coming!!! PS- any recommendations for live music in the area? We are visiting the area at Valentines Day from Colorado. Happy creating, everyone!
As a fellow bloggr I can appreciate your enthusiasm! There have been some postings about local events in these many pages. Most of them were in the "The Best HGTV Dream Home Videos" topic blogs. You could also do a Google search for events in the area. Good luck to you, and enjoy!
Are they going to put some grommet drapes in the enrty to the bathroom from the hallway as well?
The dream home is completed. The winner can make any additions they desire after they receive the prize.
ANYONE KNOW HOW THE SECOND LAUNDRY ROOM IS SITUATED IN THIS HOME?? THANKS!
Proper etiquette when posting a blog is to use lower case letters, unless you want to STRESS a point. Your cooperation would be appreciated.
http://www.hgtv.com/dream-home/laundry-room-photo…
Isn't it amazing with two count-em laundry rooms.
It is pictured in the 4th photo at the link dreamn_again posted. Also you can see where it is in the floor plan at hgtvpro at this link
http://www.hgtvpro.com/hpro/photo_template/articl…
it is next to the guest bedroom walk in closet, its back wall is right at the entrance to the house.
It is pictured in the 4th photo at the link dreamn_again posted. Also you can see where it is in the floor plan at hgtvpro at this link
http://www.hgtvpro.com/hpro/photo_template/articl…
it is next to the guest bedroom walk in closet, its back wall is right at the entrance to the house.
Hey Superfan:
I live in the area of the DH and we have recently had a reat deal of snow so I am wondering about road snow removal for the access roads to the Dream House. I know the county plows and salts the county owned roads but do nothing for private roads. HGTV may consider providing the lucky winneers with a snow plow to mount on that SUV – just a thought.
A fan also,
Sandiaman
Hey….that would provide the retiree with a part time job! Better yet, get a fun dune buggy (are they still called this?) and put the snow plow attachment on that. Can you see zipping around the area in one of those!
Forget the roads, I am sure that is included in your HOA fees. I would be worried about shoveling that driveway. It is pretty long, and with the stone paver arrangement your shovel edge would catch the edges of all the stone. I guess I won't worry about it 'till I win.
I am dreaming of the" Dream Home "constantly…. There is nothing I wold change about that wonderful home.I wish the contest would go on longer, so I could continue to have hope…
They have a green home giveaway scheduled to start in mid April. Look forward to that.
Where would you suggest space for an exercise room? It would house an elliptical machine ,a tradmill and a bowflex gym.
How about the garage. It is huge and if you only have two cars you have plenty of room. Or is not kids, or always guests in the Casita, could convert on of the bedrooms.
What brand is used for the contemporary ceiling fans used in several rooms?
A:
The Dream Home is done
Who will win in twenty-ten
Hope that it is me
B:
With all the texting
And that the dream has begun
Let’s continue on
C:
The Dream Home setting
A feast for all the senses
The winner is blessed
I vote for F. It made me laugh the most. as far as laughter I was close behind. I can't believe I am the first to vote.
I like O — I just get a warm and tranquil feeling when reading it!
I vote for P — it's beautiful!
I like P the best!!!
I love them all…. such different personalities!!!
Though you need a vote
I will have to go with P
it really touched me
Excellent way to "cast" your vote! I love it, Renee.
I am tossed between M and P, both very good…I'm voting for M though…I can just picture it framed on the wall in the Sunrise room…
I like c, h. o , and p. let me ponder a while and i'll get back with you.
After meditating and re-reading, I looked at the timelessness of each one. Two are specific seasons, two aren't. The more universal ones are C and P. P captures the whole blog experience of "whispered dreams now true," so I vote for P. H_S, P is my final answer.
Had to laugh, Lessie, Your choices c, h, o, & p — spells "chop!"
Went in alphabetical order and still managed to spell a word. Now that’s good.
It's better than good — It's haiku karma!
Never thought about it that way. But if that’s what you call it, ok.
Hi H_S my choice is D
I Like "E" the best because it was so soothing to me.
They all sound good….P is my favorite.
I vote for O but they are all good. Thanks H_S for the contest. Very nice.
"O" it is today
No such rules, could pick my own (but it's not)
Haiku fun for all
Nice response, LeeG1. Thanks for the inspiration!
LeeG1, I don’t know whether you saw the haiku that “Susanna” put in with her(?) vote or not, but I thought I’d send it to you anyway. I think it’s “cute.”
Susanna wrote:
Lone red gummy bear
contemplates the sky above
asphalt for its bed.
Regards, H_S
LeeG1, I don’t know whether you saw the haiku that “Susanna” put in with her(?) vote or not, but I thought I’d send it to you anyway. I think it’s “cute.”
Susanna wrote: “Just a little visual haiku for you all, not related to the Dream Home. Wrote this walking to lunch from work one summer day.
Lone red gummy bear
contemplates the sky above
asphalt for its bed.”
Was a toss up tween
E and P but P did win
quandary resolved.
Just a little visual haiku for you all, not related to the Dream Home. Wrote this walking to lunch from work one summer day.
Lone red gummy bear
contemplates the sky above
asphalt for its bed.
I LOVE that one, Susanna!
Thank you! I just HAD to stop, even though I was hungry, and contemplate that little guy just waiting there for me. He looked so meditative, laying on his back and gazing up. Took a picture too with my cell phone too. Glad you liked it!
I just had to copy most of your response (witout your selection) and feed it back, with proper credit to yourself of course, to "LeeG1," who inspired me to start this project! I hope you don't mind! Best regards.
No problemo…am honored…
No easy decision but I'll say P gets my vote.
Loved them all but I narrowed it down to O and P then … P won in my heart. Who could argue with Pure light, mountain vista and dreams now true!
I'm sensing a trend here.
P. is my favorite! I can see myself standing in the M.B. sitting room let the warm sunlight fill up my soul while I fix my eyes on the awesome scenery and count my blessings and give my thanks for being given such favor!
I like P, but I will be contrary and vote for Q. It makes me feel like I have won.
My vote is for "P" –I get the mental image the best from this one.
Out of all of them, I like O and P the best. If I would have to pick one of them… Probably "O". Because there is no place like home, and It feels like home to me
I vote for G!! For who ever wins this home, a feast is about to be released
-Q –
Sorry, HouseOplenty, the voting ended last Monday. Thanks, for taking the time though!