Bend Redux (weeks 5-6)

Having exhausted the likely housing offerings in Fort Collins, we decided that Bend was deserving of a second chance (third?) and we'd take a closer look at building a home on a property, assuming we could find a good lot. We'd already found a fantastic builder (Cascade Precision Builders) that we really wanted to work with, so that wasn't an issue.

We narrowed down to a few lots, all in northwest Bend on Awbrey Butte, with the intention of having a view. But, it's hard to imagine a home when you're standing in the middle of Ponderosa pines, juniper trees, and boulders!

Of course, we also kept searching for any properties new on the market. One day I saw one with that was two-story, had an auxiliary living space (one of our requirements), and an elevator! We quickly arranged to see the home and were impressed. One more visit and John said "I want to buy this property". The more cautious one assented with reservations.

We proceeded and should close in January. Meanwhile, we are proceeding south on Ashling as we head for the Bahamas!Read more