What do you all know about Fallbrook?

[Allan from Fallbrook]

I agree with both TG and Bugs. It is a great place to raise kids (I have two), but not exactly up to snuff when it comes to dining or entertainment options.

Politically, it is center/right in orientation, and you rarely (if ever) hear Metzger mentioned. You have quite a few retired Marines in town, and that contributes to the somewhat conservative mindset. That being said, it has it’s eclectic side, too, with something of a free spirited artistic bent. Rita Coolidge lives here, as does the novelist T. Jefferson Parker (from Orange County).

You might also check out Bonsall. Somewhat more upscale than Fallbrook, but definitely more off of the beaten path.

While I tease temeculaguy about Temecula, I think it has it’s pluses as well. It definitely offers more choices as far as restaurants and entertainment go.

I’m a “townie” at heart. I grew up in a small town in Northern California, so I enjoy the small town feel, plus I like being able to raise my kids in that same environment. Not for everyone, to be sure.

[Bunny Meadows]

Wow. I had no idea about Tom Metzger. That’s a wild story.

I work from home, so commuting time is ZERO. OK, maybe 15 seconds to stumble from bed to my desk in the morning.

My husband, however, works in Temecula. He does work with someone from Fallbrook, and that person touts the cooler weather (supposedly 10 degrees cooler in summer?) and lack of cookie-cutter/homogeneity as real assets. I think he could always drive the back roads thru De Luz if he had to.

I also like being even a little closer to San Diego. Even if it is only 18 miles.

I was more concerned about the overall “culture” of the place. From my few forays into town, I thought it had a “Mayberry USA” kinda feel. I was attracted to the community’s involvement in arts, and overall “community” feel.

I’m pretty worried about the GLUT of tract homes for sale in Temecula, which may leave some communities with a high percentage of rental homes. My biggest fear is that we’ll buy our “Dream” home and will be surrounded by renters who dont take care of the homes. I’m already seeing that in some areas of Redhawk (where we rent now).

[Bunny Meadows]

Wow. I had no idea about Tom Metzger. That’s a wild story.

I work from home, so commuting time is ZERO. OK, maybe 15 seconds to stumble from bed to my desk in the morning.

My husband, however, works in Temecula. He does work with someone from Fallbrook, and that person touts the cooler weather (supposedly 10 degrees cooler in summer?) and lack of cookie-cutter/homogeneity as real assets. I think he could always drive the back roads thru De Luz if he had to.

I also like being even a little closer to San Diego. Even if it is only 18 miles.

I was more concerned about the overall “culture” of the place. From my few forays into town, I thought it had a “Mayberry USA” kinda feel. I was attracted to the community’s involvement in arts, and overall “community” feel.

I’m pretty worried about the GLUT of tract homes for sale in Temecula, which may leave some communities with a high percentage of rental homes. My biggest fear is that we’ll buy our “Dream” home and will be surrounded by renters who dont take care of the homes. I’m already seeing that in some areas of Redhawk (where we rent now).

[Bunny Meadows]

Wow. I had no idea about Tom Metzger. That’s a wild story.

I work from home, so commuting time is ZERO. OK, maybe 15 seconds to stumble from bed to my desk in the morning.

My husband, however, works in Temecula. He does work with someone from Fallbrook, and that person touts the cooler weather (supposedly 10 degrees cooler in summer?) and lack of cookie-cutter/homogeneity as real assets. I think he could always drive the back roads thru De Luz if he had to.

I also like being even a little closer to San Diego. Even if it is only 18 miles.

I was more concerned about the overall “culture” of the place. From my few forays into town, I thought it had a “Mayberry USA” kinda feel. I was attracted to the community’s involvement in arts, and overall “community” feel.

I’m pretty worried about the GLUT of tract homes for sale in Temecula, which may leave some communities with a high percentage of rental homes. My biggest fear is that we’ll buy our “Dream” home and will be surrounded by renters who dont take care of the homes. I’m already seeing that in some areas of Redhawk (where we rent now).

[Bunny Meadows]

Wow. I had no idea about Tom Metzger. That’s a wild story.

I work from home, so commuting time is ZERO. OK, maybe 15 seconds to stumble from bed to my desk in the morning.

My husband, however, works in Temecula. He does work with someone from Fallbrook, and that person touts the cooler weather (supposedly 10 degrees cooler in summer?) and lack of cookie-cutter/homogeneity as real assets. I think he could always drive the back roads thru De Luz if he had to.

I also like being even a little closer to San Diego. Even if it is only 18 miles.

I was more concerned about the overall “culture” of the place. From my few forays into town, I thought it had a “Mayberry USA” kinda feel. I was attracted to the community’s involvement in arts, and overall “community” feel.

I’m pretty worried about the GLUT of tract homes for sale in Temecula, which may leave some communities with a high percentage of rental homes. My biggest fear is that we’ll buy our “Dream” home and will be surrounded by renters who dont take care of the homes. I’m already seeing that in some areas of Redhawk (where we rent now).

[Bunny Meadows]

Wow. I had no idea about Tom Metzger. That’s a wild story.

I work from home, so commuting time is ZERO. OK, maybe 15 seconds to stumble from bed to my desk in the morning.

My husband, however, works in Temecula. He does work with someone from Fallbrook, and that person touts the cooler weather (supposedly 10 degrees cooler in summer?) and lack of cookie-cutter/homogeneity as real assets. I think he could always drive the back roads thru De Luz if he had to.

I also like being even a little closer to San Diego. Even if it is only 18 miles.

I was more concerned about the overall “culture” of the place. From my few forays into town, I thought it had a “Mayberry USA” kinda feel. I was attracted to the community’s involvement in arts, and overall “community” feel.

I’m pretty worried about the GLUT of tract homes for sale in Temecula, which may leave some communities with a high percentage of rental homes. My biggest fear is that we’ll buy our “Dream” home and will be surrounded by renters who dont take care of the homes. I’m already seeing that in some areas of Redhawk (where we rent now).

[Bunny Meadows]

Thanks, allan!

Have you ever heard of the “Third Place” concept? I read about this last summer…about places in communities that people go to, that are not work or home. For example, the local coffee shop, book store, etc.

I think “Cheers” was the ULTIMATE third place – where everybody knows your name, etc..

The Wiki description is much better: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Third_Place

There are few of these types of places in Temecula. Old Pacific Coffee

The thing that I like about Fallbrook is that it feels like a “real” small town, with plenty of Third Places. My husband and I had dinner at the Bistro one night, and everyone knew each other. It kind of reminds me of some midwestern towns that I’ve spent time in.

What do you think of the real estate situation in Fallbrook? Are there deals to be had? I know it will be more expensive than Temecula, but we plan to explore it.

Thanks again.

[Bunny Meadows]

Thanks, allan!

Have you ever heard of the “Third Place” concept? I read about this last summer…about places in communities that people go to, that are not work or home. For example, the local coffee shop, book store, etc.

I think “Cheers” was the ULTIMATE third place – where everybody knows your name, etc..

The Wiki description is much better: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Third_Place

There are few of these types of places in Temecula. Old Pacific Coffee

The thing that I like about Fallbrook is that it feels like a “real” small town, with plenty of Third Places. My husband and I had dinner at the Bistro one night, and everyone knew each other. It kind of reminds me of some midwestern towns that I’ve spent time in.

What do you think of the real estate situation in Fallbrook? Are there deals to be had? I know it will be more expensive than Temecula, but we plan to explore it.

Thanks again.

[Bunny Meadows]

Thanks, allan!

Have you ever heard of the “Third Place” concept? I read about this last summer…about places in communities that people go to, that are not work or home. For example, the local coffee shop, book store, etc.

I think “Cheers” was the ULTIMATE third place – where everybody knows your name, etc..

The Wiki description is much better: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Third_Place

There are few of these types of places in Temecula. Old Pacific Coffee

The thing that I like about Fallbrook is that it feels like a “real” small town, with plenty of Third Places. My husband and I had dinner at the Bistro one night, and everyone knew each other. It kind of reminds me of some midwestern towns that I’ve spent time in.

What do you think of the real estate situation in Fallbrook? Are there deals to be had? I know it will be more expensive than Temecula, but we plan to explore it.

Thanks again.

[Bunny Meadows]

Thanks, allan!

Have you ever heard of the “Third Place” concept? I read about this last summer…about places in communities that people go to, that are not work or home. For example, the local coffee shop, book store, etc.

I think “Cheers” was the ULTIMATE third place – where everybody knows your name, etc..

The Wiki description is much better: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Third_Place

There are few of these types of places in Temecula. Old Pacific Coffee

The thing that I like about Fallbrook is that it feels like a “real” small town, with plenty of Third Places. My husband and I had dinner at the Bistro one night, and everyone knew each other. It kind of reminds me of some midwestern towns that I’ve spent time in.

What do you think of the real estate situation in Fallbrook? Are there deals to be had? I know it will be more expensive than Temecula, but we plan to explore it.

Thanks again.

[Bunny Meadows]

Thanks, allan!

Have you ever heard of the “Third Place” concept? I read about this last summer…about places in communities that people go to, that are not work or home. For example, the local coffee shop, book store, etc.

I think “Cheers” was the ULTIMATE third place – where everybody knows your name, etc..

The Wiki description is much better: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Third_Place

There are few of these types of places in Temecula. Old Pacific Coffee

The thing that I like about Fallbrook is that it feels like a “real” small town, with plenty of Third Places. My husband and I had dinner at the Bistro one night, and everyone knew each other. It kind of reminds me of some midwestern towns that I’ve spent time in.

What do you think of the real estate situation in Fallbrook? Are there deals to be had? I know it will be more expensive than Temecula, but we plan to explore it.

Thanks again.

[Allan from Fallbrook]

There are definitely “townie” hangouts in Fallbrook. Farmhouse Coffee, Cafe Bravo and the Bistro at Jackson Square (which you referenced).

There are some deals, but few and far between. Overall, I think people here are like people throughout San Diego county when it comes to overvaluing their home. The general consensus is that, while there is a downturn going on, things will turn around in ’08 and this will be behind us.

I would strongly advocate waiting at least a year, if not longer (18 to 24 months).

I have family in Wisconsin, Michigan, Minnesota and Illinois, and that is what appealed to me about Fallbrook. Growing up in a small town has certain advantages. And, truth be told, certain disadvantages.

[Allan from Fallbrook]

There are definitely “townie” hangouts in Fallbrook. Farmhouse Coffee, Cafe Bravo and the Bistro at Jackson Square (which you referenced).

There are some deals, but few and far between. Overall, I think people here are like people throughout San Diego county when it comes to overvaluing their home. The general consensus is that, while there is a downturn going on, things will turn around in ’08 and this will be behind us.

I would strongly advocate waiting at least a year, if not longer (18 to 24 months).

I have family in Wisconsin, Michigan, Minnesota and Illinois, and that is what appealed to me about Fallbrook. Growing up in a small town has certain advantages. And, truth be told, certain disadvantages.

[Allan from Fallbrook]

There are definitely “townie” hangouts in Fallbrook. Farmhouse Coffee, Cafe Bravo and the Bistro at Jackson Square (which you referenced).

There are some deals, but few and far between. Overall, I think people here are like people throughout San Diego county when it comes to overvaluing their home. The general consensus is that, while there is a downturn going on, things will turn around in ’08 and this will be behind us.

I would strongly advocate waiting at least a year, if not longer (18 to 24 months).

I have family in Wisconsin, Michigan, Minnesota and Illinois, and that is what appealed to me about Fallbrook. Growing up in a small town has certain advantages. And, truth be told, certain disadvantages.

[Allan from Fallbrook]

There are definitely “townie” hangouts in Fallbrook. Farmhouse Coffee, Cafe Bravo and the Bistro at Jackson Square (which you referenced).

There are some deals, but few and far between. Overall, I think people here are like people throughout San Diego county when it comes to overvaluing their home. The general consensus is that, while there is a downturn going on, things will turn around in ’08 and this will be behind us.

I would strongly advocate waiting at least a year, if not longer (18 to 24 months).

I have family in Wisconsin, Michigan, Minnesota and Illinois, and that is what appealed to me about Fallbrook. Growing up in a small town has certain advantages. And, truth be told, certain disadvantages.

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