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Oceanfront Hawaiian Penthouse: Best Three Words Ever

By Jon Anderson / January 29, 2019 /

Tahitienne is one of the first “high-rises” built on Oahu’s Gold Coast. Originally an eight-story building, a ninth-floor penthouse was added at some point. It rests alone with 2,800 square feet plus an additional 645 square foot lanai that stretches 50 linear feet across the ocean. There are three bedrooms with two and a half…

Bandon Oregon Coastal Retreats With Ocean Views

By Amy Puchaty / January 29, 2019 /

Ever dream of living on the rugged Pacific Northwest coast? Perhaps a second home in Bandon, Oregon is for you? With an idyllic coastal setting, and year-round fishing, hiking, cycling, and golf, Bandon affords a one-of-a-kind lifestyle. And as the local say, “If the wind picks up, just bundle up – and experience some of…

In Hawaii, Move-In Ready on The Beach Comes at a Price

By Jon Anderson / January 28, 2019 /

Passing by a long-vacant lot, a sign suddenly appeared heralding the future of six townhouses facing the ocean on Oahu’s storied Kahala Avenue. The lot’s most recent history involves a Japanese billionaire who purchased over 30 homes and lots in this small enclave that he subsequently let deteriorate. Some thought his plan was to degrade…

Historic Spanish Colonial Revival In Riverside Was Labor Of Love

By Bethany Erickson / January 27, 2019 /

He designed 33 homes in Riverside, California, and one acclaimed architect Robert Spurgeon Jr. built for his parents, Robert Sr. and Lillian, is now up for grabs. Riverside, albeit landlocked in the Inland Empire, is actually an ideal second home location for a few factors — it’s an easy hour drive to the beach, and…

Wichita Falls Offers A Lot For Your Retirement Buck, Says MoneyWise

By Bethany Erickson / January 26, 2019 /

Editor’s Note: Recently, MoneyWise revealed its list of the 40 most frugal and friendly places to retire. In a bid to provide an idea of what housing inventory is available in these cities and towns, we’re taking a look at listings in each of the cities on the list over on SecondShelters.com. Not everyone can spend $1…