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This modern cabin located on 7 acres w/ its breathtaking views, makes for a perfect home or family getaway in western NC! The property maintains 3 separate living quarters, all attached w/ covered breezeways, totaling 7,151 sqft, 7 BR, 7 BA, 4 Oversized garages, 3 sets of washer/dryers, 4 gas fireplaces. Main house has 3 BR, 4 BA Loft room/office, Wolf Appliances, Subzero Fridge, custom cabinets, 2 gas fireplaces, custom wine box wall in fully finished basement w/ kitchenette. MIL/Guest Home has 3 BR, 2BA w/ 2 rooms being en-suites, gas fireplace, full kitchen, 2 car garage. GameRoom/Gym makes for perfect hangout for kids as it has its own bunk room, full BA & kitchenette w/ SMEG fridge. This incredible family compound is situated in the center of 7 acres of mostly level land, gorgeous natural landscaping compliments the stunning long-range mountain views. Miles of layered mountains everywhere you turn, breathtaking sunsets & the promise of peace & serenity at the end of each day.

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Newly constructed houses you can buy in Marion - McDowell News

Quality and comfort are yours with this fantastic zero entry condo offering! Located in a convenient location close to bike trails, parks, and easy access to both Waterloo and Cedar Falls, this condo is a must-see! Stepping inside, you'll find this condo boasts an open layout with two bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and quality finishes throughout. The beautiful kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless appliances, high quality Bertch cabinets, a pantry, and a center island that allows for additional seating. The kitchen opens up to the dining area and living room. The spacious living room includes sliding door access to the covered patio. Just off the living room, you'll find the master suite. This great space has its own private bathroom with a dual vanity, a walk-in shower, and a walk-in closet. The main floor is completed with an additional bedroom, full bathroom, and a fantastic dropzone and laundry area with zero entry garage access. The fully expandable lower level has two bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a living room already framed up. This home also offers an attached two-car garage. With the beautiful finishes, convenient location, and tax abatement opportunities, this is one you won't want to miss! Schedule a showing today! **Black privacy fence being installed around back perimeter of all units.

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Newly constructed houses you can buy in Waterloo and Cedar Falls - WCF Courier

This grand 4544 square foot property boasts an impressive layout, featuring 8 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. The kitchen space, combined with the elegance of granite, and stainless steel appliances, makes it a central hub for both meal preparation and social gatherings. The laundry room is like non other with 2 washer and dryer hook ups. Discover a private living suite within the home, complete with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen and living space. Ideal for your loved ones, guests, or additional rental income. The suite features its own private entrance, allowing for independent access and ensuring the utmost privacy for both you and your guests. This stunning property not only boasts a beautifully designed and meticulously maintained home but also offers the convenience and luxury of a 3-car attached heated garage complete with washer and dryer hookups. The 1.5-acre lot provides ample space for outdoor activities, gardening, or simply unwinding in the tranquil surroundings. Imagine summer barbecues on the spacious deck or stargazing around a fire pit or soaking in the hot tub on crisp winter evenings. Experience the best of both worlds the tranquility of rural living and the convenience of being just a short drive from Helena's amenities, restaurants, and shops. 5 minute drive to Montana City School and 10 minute drive to Helena. A wonderful BONUS is this property is in the Montana City school zone! This Montana City mountain retreat is a rare gem offering the space, comfort, and natural beauty that Montana is known for. It is located in a private secluded neighborhood and is the only house on the road. The property offers sweeping views of the rugged mountains and the iconic Sleeping Giant, making every day a masterpiece. Deer, elk, and antelope make frequent visits to the property with the occasional moose sighting. Call Roberta Hurni at 406-202-2129, or your real estate professional.

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Newly constructed houses you can buy in Helena - Independent Record

Looking for a custom built home in an award winning, gated community? Don't miss this one! Boasting 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and over 4,000 sqft of finished living space- this home has it all! Situated in The Virginian, this property is nestled in one of the highest sought after communities in the area. Complete with tons of updates, this home offers a modern kitchen elevated with top of the line appliances, granite countertops, wet bar with wine cooler, and an open design providing a seamless connection to the den which boasts floor to ceiling glass windows, custom fireplace, and easy flow to the exterior living spaces. Equipped with endless amounts of character and charm, this home comes complete with 5 fireplaces, custom built-ins, plantation shutters, exposed beams, hardwood floors and crown moulding throughout, plus a thoughtfully designed floor plan. Showcasing an incredible primary suite, this bedroom is the epitome of luxury featuring an oversized en suite that includes a double vanity, granite countertops, soaking tub, walk-in tile shower, and a massive walk-in closet. Continuing the elegant theme into the bedroom, you'll find vaulted ceilings highlighted with custom built-ins, sitting area, a cozy fireplace, and an abundance of natural light. Promoting outdoor living, and built for entertainment; this remarkable home features a captivating wrap around porch finished with picturesque archways, exterior fireplace, custom handcrafted pergola, and highlighted with a porch swing, fire pit, all while being secluded overlooking the level backyard perfect for your furry friends or kids to play. Offering tons of potential, this home includes a golf cart garage along with a detached garage ideal for storage, recreational space, plus additional living space with a finished garage apartment that comes equipped with its own entrance, living area, and en suite.

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If you think a toaster oven only comes in handy when you need to reheat a slice of pizza or crisp up an extra large bagel without squishing, its time to take another look. Theyre capable of so much more including air frying thanks to the trend of multi-ovens and convection toaster ovens.

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For the second Amazon Prime Day of the year, you may have the perfect opportunity to grab a toaster oven as we head into cozy, colder weather. Theyre a convenient countertop option to warm, toast, bake, broil, dehydrate, and reheat your favorite foods, especially on those days when firing up your big oven feels like itll be a whole thing.

Brands on sale include Instant Pot, KitchenAid, Ninja, DeLonghi, Calphalon, Panasonic, Oster, and more. So whether you need a smart toaster oven that can fit a whole pizza and has a dozen presets, or just a simple one for crisping some bread, theres probably one of these handy appliances on sale for Prime Day that will do as much or as little as you need it to.

Here are the best Prime Day deals we found on toaster ovens and air fryer toaster ovens.

If counter space is at a premium in your kitchen but youve just gotta have all the gadgets, then an air fryer toaster oven may let you have the best of both the trendy method of convection cooking along with a bigger toaster all in one appliance. If youre already devoted to all things Instant Pot, the Instant Omni Air Fryer Combo is being discounted by 45%, and Calphalon has three options offering between 20 and 35% savings. If youre looking for a simple and sleek design, check out KitchenAids small, all-black countertop oven.

DEAL: Cosori 11-in-1 Ceramic Air Fryer Toaster Oven Combo

DEAL: Cuisinart Air Fryer Toaster Oven

DEAL: Instant Omni Air Fryer Toaster Oven Combo

DEAL: Calphalon Performance 12-in-1 Air Fry Toaster Oven

DEAL: Calphalon Performance Cool Touch Air Fry Oven

DEAL: Calphalon 11-in-1 Toaster Oven Air Fryer Combo

DEAL: De'Longhi Livenza Convection and Air Fry Oven

DEAL: De'Longhi Small Convection Toaster Oven

DEAL: De'Longhi 10-in-1 XL Digital Air Fryer

DEAL: KitchenAid Digital Countertop Toaster Oven

If youre not an Instant Pot house, you might just be a Ninja house as the brand has taken on almost every small appliance imaginable. Its stainless steel Foodi XL Pro model has 1800 watts of power and ten cooking functions, and during this sale its available for over 20% off its list price. For a smaller (and less expensive) option, go for the Ninja Foodi Smart model, which is slashed to nearly half off. And if you already have a Ninja air fryer, then consider the versatility of the Foodi 2-in-1 Flip Toaster, which can stand up like a regular toaster, or be laid on its side and used as an oven. This one truly is a toaster + oven.

DEAL: Ninja Foodi 10-in-1 Smart XL Air Fry Oven

DEAL: Ninja Foodi Smart 13-in-1 Dual Heat Air Fryer

DEAL: Ninja Foodi 2-in-1 Flip Toaster

There are honestly dozens of toaster ovens on sale this Prime Day, but we want to make sure not to leave out the Panasonic FlashXpress, which has been a favorite of BA staffers and featured as a great lower cost option in the toaster oven testing done by Epicurious. Plus a few options from Breville as well (which makes one of our favorite toaster oven-style air fryers) and a few other brands.

DEAL: Breville Compact Smart Toaster Oven

DEAL: Breville Mini Smart Toaster Oven

DEAL: Panasonic Toaster Oven FlashXpress, White

DEAL: Panasonic Toaster Oven FlashXpress

DEAL: Panasonic Toaster Oven FlashXpress, Silver

DEAL: Oster 8-in-1 Countertop Convection Toaster Oven

DEAL: Zojirushi Micom Toaster Oven

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Prime Day (day 2) is in full force here are some of the best kitchen deals we've found during the second day of the sale:

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Best blender deal

$299.95 at Amazon (save $250.04)

If there's one thing home chefs know (other than how to whip up a stellar meal in a pinch), it's that building up your home kitchen arsenal can get expensive fast.

That's why taking advantage of sales like Prime Day is key to scoring that air fryer, KitchenAid mixer, or Vitamix without your bank account taking a huge hit.

To make your life even easier, we've rounded up the best Prime Day kitchen deals on day two of the sale.

There's no getting around it: Vitamixes are expensive. However, they're also built to last for years and years, and this 5200 model can more than cover all your blending needs. The 64-ounce container can handle small and large batches alike, and the 10 variable speeds can get you exactly the blend texture you need. You'll also receive the included tamper (which really does beat stopping and starting your blender so you can shake the container and pray for an even blend). Only Prime members will have access to this rare, significant markdown.

The eternal struggle of picking the right air fryer size is that you want one that can actually fit a meal's worth of food without it being so large that you lose 90% of your counter space. With this countertop oven, Ninja had a stroke of genius in allowing you to flip it up and out of the way when it's not in use. And you still have enough room to fit a 13-inch pizza, plus the functionality of eight different cook options.

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The AuburnCode Enforcement Office issued the following permits from Sept. 11 to Sept. 17:

Connor Fence Co. Inc. install 111 feet of chain link fence for owner Michael Gambuzza at 37 Grover St., $8,725.

Connor Fence Co. Inc. install 20 feet of vinyl fence for owner Nancy Phillips at 87 N. Division St., $2,388.

Connor Fence Co. Inc. install 28 feet of vinyl fence for owner Mark Querns at 71 N. Fulton St., $2,968.

Connor Fence Co. Inc. install 114 feet of vinyl fence for owner William Ashby at 110 N. Marvine Ave., $6,788.

Connor Fence Co. Inc. install 181 feet of vinyl fence for owner Wm. and Patricia Rankin at 30 Prospect St., $15,930.

Connor Fence Co. Inc. install 175 feet of wood fence for owner Bonnie Lee Bent at 97 Lansing St., $9,200.

Connor Fence Co. Inc. install 253 feet of vinyl fence for owner Michael and Marie Didio at 6 Clymer St., $14,150.

Connor Fence Co. Inc. install 89 feet of wood fence for owner Emily Parisi at 205-207 Perrine Ave., $4,700.

Monserrate Rooker install above ground pool at 27 Holley St., $0.

Connor Fence Co. Inc. install 101 feet of vinyl fence for owner John Eric Minnick at 19 Swift St., $6,460.

Connor Fence Co. Inc. install 245 feet of wood fence for owner Douglas Hillman at 60 Burt Ave., $13,600.

Connor Fence Co. Inc. install 110 feet of chain link fence for owner James Alberry at 26 Westwood Drive, $3,594.

Erin Katzker install shed at 127 Mary St., $2,200.

BAPA 149 Grant Ave. RE LLC complete commercial remodel of Dunkin Donuts interior and exterior at 149 Grant Ave., $95,000.

Renovations Unlimited replace siding and soffit and back porch for owner Jason Teeter at 30-34 S. Lewis St., $31,000.

LS Roofing LLC install metal roof for owner Stephen Bersani at 21 Charles St., $19,900.

Erie Home tear off and replace roof for owner Allen Lathrop at 38 S. Lewis St., 18,046.

Woodford Bros Inc. repair existing garage for owner Michael Gambuzza at 37 Grover St., $36,278.

Trevor Bechtel Bechtel Realty LLC replace side concrete ramp with composite porch and stairs at 197 Genesee St., $7,000.

Helmer Construction partially tear off and replace roof for owner Robert Quigley at 21 Logan St., $1,500.

Dana Botindari tear off and replace roof for owner Jill OHearn at 120 Mary St., $10,000.

James Main replace existing back porch at 64 Lansing St., $1,400.

James Desocio install siding at 123 Pulsifer Drive, $5,000.

Jeanne Kuhfta install 96 feet of vinyl fence at 99 Swift St., $2,000.

Diana Brown install new front porch at 84 Capitol St., $1,200.

All In Roofing & Construction LLC tear off and replace roof for owner Margaret Symonds at 29 Boston Ave., $18,000.

Tuff Shed Inc. install shed for owner Lynn Oristian at 22 Orchard St., $2,125.

Lakeside Roofing tear off and replace roof for owner Robert Elser at 81 Prospect St., $17,000.

Realty@Mark Indelicato LLC remodel apartment kitchen at 23 Columbus St., $2,900.

LS Roofing LLC install metal roof for owner MOCCA Properties LLC at 95 Washington St., $18,900.

LS Roofing LLC install metal roof for owner Rachel Bailey at 13 Aurelius Ave., $15,900.

William A. and Patricia Delanoy install shed at 23 Capitol St., $3,600.

Kenneth Adams re-shingle one layer of roof at 138 Clymer St., $10,000.

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In 2011, a tsunami destroyed the beloved Hawaiian resort Kona Village. For five decades, the Big Island hideaway was known for its paradisal location on Kahuwai Bay and a relaxed, convivial vibe; families returned year after year. Frequent collaborators Greg Warner, cofounder/partner at Walker Warner Architects, and Nicole Hollis, creative director and principal of the eponymous interior design studio, had the formidable task of formulating the next iteration of the property: Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort.

We felt we had a responsibility to honor the memories of the old Kona Village, but also look at it with a new vision for future guests, Hollis recalls. That meant keeping the summer-camplike environment but rethinking the architecture to better reflect the islands heritage and meet modern sustainability standards. The original resort had a Polynesian theme, but Warner sought to nod to the Hawaiian village that preceded it. He and his team looked at old photographs, talked to descendants of the inhabitants, and came up with a concept based on thatched-roof shelters called hale. When you come to Kona Village, its not about the architecture, Warner says. You see right through the architecture to understand the place.

His firm selected traditional-looking materials that are durable and sustainable. For the thatch, the architects replaced native pele grass with recycled plastic; aged red cedar siding evokes coconut-tree wood. On the interiors, Douglas fir walls and ceilingstreated to resemble driftwoodcan withstand humidity. The wood looks like it has been in the sun and scrubbed by ocean breezes, Warner notes.

The design of the 150 guest structures depends on where they sit on the site. Yellow and blue tones define those by the ocean; the north village, built over lava flow, has a red-and-black palette. Furnishings include oak beds inspired by the shape of a boat, rugs with Hawaiian motifs, and dark concrete bathtubs that echo the rugged volcanic landscape outside. Hollis notes that furniture and finishes were chosen to evoke the feel of an upscale residence on the island, on which many she and Warner have collaborated.

Over 200 artworks across the 80-acre propertynearly all by Hawaiiansevoke the islands history and culture. An installation of three pea, or canoe sails, by Kaili Chun, hangs from the vaulted ceiling of the main restaurant. Multiple pieces by Roen Hufford introduce guests to the ancient Hawaiian art of kapa (dried bark cloth). Outside the spa, two cast-bronze sculptures by John Koga sit atop a field of lava, referencing a molten flow and making a powerful connection with the landscape.

sutherland furniture: armchairs (reception), chair (king suite).

lgs studio: lamps (reception, living area).

atra: banquettes (restaurant), drink tables (living area).

kamuela hardwoods: mahogany table (restaurant).

suzanne wang: sconces.

fong brothers co.: armchairs.

saniharto through bridge collective: tables.

espasso: woven chairs (restaurant), chaise lounges (pool areas).

paola lenti through dzine: ottomans (living area, spa pool).

blaxsand: coffee table (living area), side table (outdoor living room).

itz furniture: chair, ottoman (treatment room).

dumais made: desk lamp.

palecek through the ferlin group: mirror (king suite).

uniqwa: lounge chair (outdoor living room).

luteca: ottoman.

native trails: tub (bathroom).

waterworks: Tub fittings.

de santana stone: side tables.

sika design: chairs (guest room).

flitterman collection: rugs, wallhangings.

delawie: architect of record.

vita: landscape architect, lighting designer.

ruzika: lighting designer.

c2c designs: custom furniture workshop.

nordic pcl construction: general contractor.

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Last week, a friend texted me with a question: He had found a nice restored Cub, but like so many J-3s, it didnt have an electrical system. It had a C-85 upgrade with the accessory case that cant be converted to electric start. So hand propping would be the only option.

What do you think of the balance between purity and safety with something like that? he wanted to know. After giving this some thought for, oh, maybe 14 nanoseconds, I told him theres really no balance here. To hell with propping. Now I happen to own a non-electrical system Cub so I have to prop it; no choice. But this has nothing to do with tradition or aeronautical purity and everything to do with the fact that Im just a cheap bastard. It could be converted to electric start and Id do that if I had a spare 12 grand or whatever it costs. But I could never see the cost/value because even if I could crank the old girl with a battery, I still cant go very far in it. It doesnt make the airplane much more practical.

Propping, I have found after having done a lot of it, is something between an acquired taste and a 50-50 chance of having an ambulance summoned to the hangar alley. Yeah, sure, it can be done safely, but theres always risk of it going south when you least expect it. I went all Steven Spielberg on it and made a movie about it once. Ive never found any particular Zen in swinging a prop by hand, revealing, perhaps, that Im just an unromantic lughead with no feel for the spiritual aspects of flight. Pulling a few blades doesnt help me get my head in the game for the magic thats about to ensue. Its just a chore, a physical prelude. While being a cheap screw is one argument for having no electrical system, there actually is a better one. For the owner or organization restoring and/or flying a museum piece, it makes sense to keep modernity at bay so the progress doesnt intrude on the dream preserved in amber.

The best compromise Ive seen in the service of this goal was in the Collings Foundations B-24. Entering the flight deck, which is quite expansive, the panel looks like straight-up 1943. But one of the instrument sub-panels is cleverly removable, revealing a Garmin 530 hiding behind it. By now, they may have upgraded that, but I thought the solution was a nice bow to history without eroding safety. Ive been in a few Mustang cockpits that have a version of this approach. One I saw had a large glass display of some kind center panel. It was jarring and defeated the point of flying the thing to airshows so people could see what World War II fighters looked like.

We have this argument all the time in the world of motorcycles, mostly related to ABS. For almost 20 years, ABS has been required for new cars and it has certainly paid off in fewer accidents, especially when wet roads are involved. Yet some crusty ridersand a few new ones, toodont want the option. I can stop shorter without it, goes the argument.

Perversely, this is true in the laboratory attempt on a clean, dry road where you know whats coming. But when a deer hurtles out of the brush and your plan turns to crap, ABS is the difference between stopping and low siding into a ditch. But not having it does maintain the purity of hand-eye-hydraulics without some pesky relief valve bollexing up the fun. Perhaps theres something satisfying about a crash unencumbered by the vulgar intrusion of anything related to, you know, progress.

Purity came around again this week when I was interviewing Noah Forden and Brenda Cowlishaw for this weeks video on the Gordon Bennett balloon race. Some of the balloonists chose not to equip with ADS-B, mostly for the expense and power drain because we are, after all, talking about battery-operated systems that have to last for 60 to 80 hours. But what about the purity thing, I asked. Sure, some of the older guys, Noah said. They want to slip through the dark unnoticed so their competitors wont see what tricks theyre up to. But I tell ya what, if I was flying a balloon through the dark of night for three or four days, Id want it to be the electronic equivalent of a Christmas tree, purity be damned.

But gas ballooning is the sport of kings compared to owning a ratty old Cub with no electrical system. So much as I might like my own hydrogen balloon, equipping it with ADS-B is a choice I wont have to make.

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Welcome to 285 West I Street! This charming 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom house is now available for sale. Situated on a large .23 acre lot, this property offers plenty of space and potential. Built in 1900, this two-story house retains its original character while boasting several modern updates. The kitchen has been recently updated with a butcher block counter, gas range, and stainless steel appliances, making it a chef's dream. The updated windows and metal roof, installed in 2018, ensure both energy efficiency and durability. Inside, you'll find original wide plank fir floors that were refinished in 2012, adding warmth and charm to the living spaces. The installation of PEX plumbing in 2020 provides peace of mind for future maintenance.In addition to the main house, there is a spacious 26x56 two-story shop on the property. Complete with two bathrooms, this versatile space offers endless possibilities for hobbies, storage, or even a home office.Convenience is key with an attached single car garage, providing sheltered parking for your vehicle.Located in a desirable neighborhood, this property offers both tranquility and accessibility. With its close proximity to schools, parks, and shopping centers, everything you need is just a short distance away.Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this house your home. Schedule a showing today and envision the possibilities that await you at 285 West I Street!

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