Lace’n It Up 2016
About one in eight women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime. Here in Kern County, the Links for Life organization is doing something about it. “Lace’n It Up” is an annual walk that supports a variety of Links for Life resources, including funding for mammograms for uninsured or under-insured […]
In Hot Water
Castle & Cooke has a reputation for being the most innovative, forward-thinking homebuilder in Bakersfield. Among their accomplishments have been the introductions of master planned communities, sustainable building practices and energy efficient homes that exceed government recommendations. But they didn’t stop there. Castle & Cooke is always looking for ways to add more value to […]
Gaskill Rose Luxury Home Builders
Castle & Cooke has been creating master planned, lifestyle-oriented communities and homes in Bakersfield for over 25 years. Above all our homes are designed to be architecturally unique, energy efficient, functional and affordable. For most homebuyers it’s the perfect combination. For buyers seeking a more personal approach to the design of their new home, Castle […]
The Design Center
Interior Designer Kelly Custer loves to help people add their own personal design touches to their new homes. That’s why working in the Castle & Cooke Design Center was a perfect fit for her. In this short video she explains the variety of options Castle & Cooke gives homeowners to personalize their new homes with […]
How a Scary Incident Led to a New Home in Windermere at Seven Oaks
When a drunk driver crashed into their home, Darren and Holly Kerns knew they had to find a safer neighborhood. They had been searching for some time when Darren remembered visiting Windermere at Seven Oaks with his wife when the community first opened. They decided to visit again. One look at the gated entry, the […]
The Last Few Homes
Castle & Cooke envisioned Village Green as a family-friendly, village-like community where neighbors and their families can connect and develop life-long friendships. In the grassy central park with its picnic tables, playground and resort-style swimming pool, children enjoy birthday parties, cookouts, Halloween festivals and more. In this short video Village Green sales agent Lupe Chavez […]
Bakersfield takes the #2 Spot!
We are all ready for some good news about our community and the housing market in 2012 and now it is here. According to a news report, and as featured in Bakersfield Observed, Bakersfield’s housing market is likely to rebound! According to California Business Minute, Bakersfield ranked No 2 on a list of 10 cities […]
Some Sweet Giving this Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day may mean endless chocolate, roses and love for some. For others who are alone they may wish this day did not exist. To many it could appear to be a greeting card company’s gimmick to boost sales. In fact the term “Hallmark” holiday is appropriate, considering around 180 million Valentine’s Day cards are […]
GOOD NEWS FOR 2012
The best news on the economy is the rise in employment but more specific the rise here in Kern County. Recently Bakersfield was ranked number 4 among cities in the rate of new jobs created between November 2010 and October 2011. Bakersfield saw an increase of 6,613 jobs over the past year, up 4.88%. Overall […]
A RESOLUTION YOU CAN KEEP
When you think of New Years you think resolutions. The #1 resolution most people make is to get fit in the coming new year. Joining a gym might seem like the first step to your goal but why not go a step further and commit to making your daily surroundings a healthy one? How can […]