by janetporcaro | Oct 16, 2022 | Buying a Home, Relocation
Northern California’s Napa Valley is a lovely travel destination with beautiful scenery, an ideal Mediterranean climate, artful cuisine, and a culture of collaboration, camaraderie, and hospitality.
And now, here is an opportunity to live in a region known for more than great wine.
Savor Wine Country living from this gorgeous Napa Hillside Chalet located atop more than 2.3 acres. This elegant home is all about views of both vineyards and mountains. Each of the three stories has windows looking at the natural world’s beauty, the surrounding trees’ serenity, and a neighboring equestrian ranch.
The renovated chef’s kitchen has a Wolf gas range, white counters, a tile backsplash, and a wine fridge. Enjoy morning breakfast on the eat-in balcony.
The dining and living room, adjacent to the open kitchen and powder room, features tall, built-in bookcases and a brilliant view of the property’s oaks. The lower-level primary suite boasts a spa-like primary bath with a rain shower, a walk-in closet, automatic blinds, and secluded access to the hot tub. The upstairs bedroom with a peaked roof features a modern tub and shower combo.
Visitors will enjoy the one-bedroom, one-bath guest suite with an outdoor shower.
Bonus room off 1-car garage.
Epic gardens, picnic areas, and a horseshoe pit for endless summer outdoor activities.
Easy drive to downtown Napa and Napa Valley Country Club.
- 2239 1st AVENUE, NAPA
- 2 Bedrooms | 2.5 Bathrooms | 2,270 Square Feet | 2.3 Acres
- Offered at $1,725,000
The listing agent is ALISON CHRISTIANSON, Keller Williams, Napa Valley
Call or text Janet at 617-797-9497 for more information.

by janetporcaro | May 15, 2018 | Buying a Home, Relocation
Dreams can become reality. Did you know you could buy an apartment in northern Italy, in beautiful Como which is known for its long history, lively streets, and beautiful waterfront along Lake Como.
?Como (Lombardy), is the largest city along one of the most beautiful lakes in the world, with a great micro climate and environment, and many prestigious villas and villages. Many people dream of owning a home here, and now your dream comes true at an affordable price! ~Listing Agent, Piero Lorenzo, Keller Williams Realty
2 bed, 1 bath, 1,300 sq ft
Offered for Euro 359,000
Fourth Floor (terzo piano) with elevator, semi furnished
Exquisitely restored, with a large living room, kitchen, 2 balconies, and cellar.
1 bed / 1 bath, 700 sq ft
Offered at Euro 159,000
Fifth/top floor (quarto piano), furnished with terrace/solarium, and cellar. The apartment is exquisitely restored, with an high quality steam room (Turkish bath), and air conditioning. This is right above the larger 2 bed / 1 bath apartment. You could buy both and create one apartment out of the two. The basic infrastructure already exists to make this conversion easier if so desired. The special price for both apartments is Euro 479,000 !!
2 bed, 2 bath, 800 sq ft
Offered at Euro 189,000
Second floor (primo piano) with kitchen, balcony, and a storage unit in the building–perfect for use as an AirBnB.
Remember I have an amazing national network of fantastic Keller Williams agents at my fingertips. Anytime you need a Realtor, give me a call. I will research and interview and find an agent to make your dreams come true!
by janetporcaro | Feb 16, 2015 | Relocation, Senior Services
Knoxville, TN, Treasure Chest of Outdoor Opportunity (Part of my new series for Baby Boomers Move)
Are you dreaming of your next move? Are you a lover of the great outdoors?
“Knoxville, Tennessee offers residents the best of small town America with the amenities and perks of a big city – it is little wonder that this gem is known alternately as The Heart of the Valley and the Queen City of the Mountains! It’s the third largest in Tennessee with a population around 180,000. Knoxville is also home to the University of Tennessee, one of the nation’s premiere public institutions of higher learning. Knoxville residents enjoy an incredible and compelling blend of “city living” while combining it with a small-town feel and a virtual treasure chest of outdoor and recreational opportunities just minutes away by car.”
“Spectacular cabin on .95 acres Opened living room with cathedral ceilings, open kitchen. Master BR w/large bathroom offering a whirlpool tub. Walk onto the enclosed deck from the master for relaxation in the hot tub. Open loft set at 2nd bedroom w/full bath. Large covered porch offers magnificent sunset views of the Smoky Mtns. Convenient to the heart of Pigeon Forge. $214,900 Offered by The Pozy Team Knoxville Real Estate” ~The Pozy Team
Search for more homes in Tennessee at SearchingKnoxville.com.
by janetporcaro | Nov 25, 2014 | Relocation, Senior Services
Life is Great in Charlottesville, Virginia
Charlottesville, Virginia America’s #1 Community
Voted “Best College Town in America” by Traveler’s Today, Charlottesville Virginia is on my list of places to visit. A beautiful area with Blue Ridge Mountain vistas, bucolic country areas, and a vibrant city scene. Charlottesville has something for everyone–historic significance and beautiful architecture, least not the fine designs of Thomas Jefferson. Enjoy great restaurants (many featuring local food), over 30 wineries, and art and cultural events. Just over two hours to Washington, D.C., and less than two hours to Virginia Beach. Charlottesville is a healthy place to live with excellent medical facilities. The job market is strong with innovative industries and lively business development.
Looking to relocate to Charlottesville? Call me for a referral to the best relocation agent in Charlottesville, Virginia!
Partial List of Awards and Recognitions from City of Charlottesville
- Top 5 New American Foodie Cities – Wine Enthusiast Magazine 2014
- America’s Favorite Mountain Towns (#9) – Travel + Leisure Magazine 2014
- Top 5 Destinations Every American Should Visit – Orbitz Worldwide 2014
- Best College Town in America (#1) – Traveler’s Today 2014
- America’s Healthiest Small Cities (#6) – Daily Finance 2014
- Top 100 Places to Live (#26) – Livability.com 2013
- America’s Smartest City – Luminosity.com 2013
- Top Ten Book-Loving Cities (#4) – Livability.com 2013
- Best Small Cities For Working Women (#4) – nerdwallet.com 2013
- Most Romantic Cities (#4) – Livability.com 2013
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