While Memorial day means a day off of work, a family vacation or the start of summer to many, we ask that you take a few minutes to reflect upon what the true meaning of Memorial Day is.

We enjoy freedom today because of the father/mother, the brother/sister,  the son/daughter, the husband/wife that serve our Country each and every day.

The first national celebration of Memorial Day (originally Decoration Day) took place May 30, 1868, at Arlington National Cemetery. The national observance of Memorial Day still takes place there today, with the placing of a wreath on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the decoration of each grave with a small American flag.

Southern women decorated the graves of soldiers even before the end of the Civil War. After the war, a women's memorial association in Columbus, Mississippi, put flowers on the graves of both Confederate and Union soldiers in 1866, an act of generosity that inspired the poem by Francis Miles Finch, "The Blue and the Grey," published in the Atlantic Monthly. In 1971, federal law changed the observance of the holiday to the last Monday in May and extended it to honor all those who died in American wars. People pay tribute not only with flowers but also with speeches and parades. Whom do you honor on Memorial Day?   Source: http://www.americaslibrary.gov/jb/recon/jb_recon_memorial_2.html

If you are looking to celebrate Memorial Day in the Lake Country Area,  CLICK HERE for some ideas! 

Dale’s Home Selling Team together with Knight Barry Title and Diamond Residential Mortgage would like to say “Thank You” to all of the past, present and future Military for serving our Country.  Are you a member of the military that is looking to purchase a new home?  You may qualify for a special loan program…  visit http://www.diamondresidential.com/loans-va.html for more details and don’t forget, Dale’s Team is here to help you in your home search, just give us a call 262-369-8929!

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Welcome to Nashotah!

Did you know that the Village of Nashotah wasn’t incorporated until 9/11/1957?  Prior to that, Nashotah was an unincorporated part of the Town of Delafield and was a popular destination for train travelers. The train station,  located on Rasmus Road,  was originally known as the Pine Lake Station but in 1875 was changed to the Nashotah Station.

Nashotah, is the home to the Red Circle Inn which is the oldest restaurant in Wisconsin. While many people come from miles away to hold wedding receptions at the Red Circle Inn or to enjoy a nice dinner with family and friends, several families call Nashotah Home. The Nashotah community is conveniently located between Hartland and Oconomowoc and many conveniences and families have the opportunity to send their kids to Lake Country School (Pre K-8) with students attending Arrowhead High School for grades 9-12 or there is also a private Pre K-8 school in the village, Lake Country Christian Academy,  as well as other private schools in the surrounding communities.

Looking for outdoor activities to do around Nashotah? Lower Nashotah Lake is a 93 acre lake that offers great fishing. It has a maximum depth of 43 feet. Visitors have access to the lake from a public boat landing. Fish include Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Trout and Walleye.  Fishing not your thing? Nashotah Park is a 444-acre park nestled among rolling hills, woodlands, wetlands, and grasslands that offer habitat for deer, waterfowl and a variety of songbirds.  Take a walk on the peaceful trails or  visit the wonderful dog park where you can take your furry friends to play.

There are plenty of opportunities to purchase real estate in the Lake Country Area and the Village of Nashotah.  Contact Dale’s Home Selling team, we want YOU to love the Lake Country Area as much as we do.

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Come along as we explore another beautiful Village in the Lake Country area… 

The Village of Wales area is a quaint community with plenty of tradition, yet brimming with modern-day commercial growth. Conveniently located in the Lake Country area and within close proximity to major highways, Wales offers its residents the every day conveniences. The friendly village is rich in history, recreation and pure enjoyment all set in the beautiful landscape of the lower Lake Country area. The small town charm of Wales along with its Nationally Recognized Kettle Moraine Schools and the abundance of recreational opportunities make it a true lower Lake Country destination.   

Sarah Smart with our team loves Wales so much, she lives there! Born and raised in Wales, Sarah along with her husband Nick, love the serene surrounds of Wales - the privacy of large yards yet close proximity to restaurants, shopping, and the freeway.  Not only do they call Wales home, Nick runs his business, Great Lakes Carpet Services, from Wales and enjoys serving the flooring needs of customers in the Lake Country area and beyond.  

Looking to enjoy the parks, golf courses, bike trails, antiques, shopping and numerous restaurants and call the Village of Wales home? There are plenty of opportunities to purchase real estate in the Lake Country Area and the Village of Wales.  Contact Dale’s Home Selling team, we want YOU to love the Lake Country Area as much as we do.

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Today our Journey takes us through the Beautiful Village of Hartland.

To this day, Hartland continues to offer the charm of a small town where residents take pride in their community. With a current population of 9,118 Hartland offers top rated schools, beautiful homes, fine churches, tree lined streets, and spacious parks. The Bark River runs through the downtown adding charm to this quaint village. Offering the best in home town amenities with metropolitan conveniences, Hartland is In the Heart of Lake Country.

Neil Miyashita with our team loves Hartland so much, that when he moved here from Canada, the Village of Hartland became his home.  Neil and his wife Lisa chose Hartland due to the award winning Arrowhead School District for their kids and the central location to many outdoor activities. When Neil isn’t selling real estate, you will find him out riding his bike, assisting someone fix up their home or helping out at his wife’s dance studio (Pewaukee Fred Astaire). 

Looking to call the Village of Hartland home? There are plenty of opportunities to purchase real estate in the Lake Country Area and the Village of Hartland.  Contact Dale’s Home Selling team, we want YOU to love the Lake Country Area as much as we do!

Dale’s Home Selling Team loves Lake Country so much that we live here!  Each week we invite you to explore a new Lake Country community with us!

This week our message highlights the Village of Lac La Belle!

Located in the heart of Oconomowoc, Lac La Belle is one of Wisconsin’s best kept secrets.  The village has the serenity and characteristics of rural Wisconsin, yet is close enough to Madison and Milwaukee for an easy commute. 

Want to know more about the lake?  Lac La Belle is a 1,154 acre lake located in Waukesha County. It has a maximum depth of 45 feet. Access  the lake from a public boat landing, public lands or parks. Fish include Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike and Walleye.

Sharon Doyle with our team loves Lac La Belle so much, she lives on the lake!  She and her husband Jay have raised their family on the lake and know it well.    When I asked Sharon what they like best about living on Lac La Belle?  Her answer was  “Being able to watch the beautiful sunset out on the lake with my family and friends”.

Whether you are looking to call the Village of Lac La Belle home, or you are looking for a vacation home, there are plenty of opportunities to purchase real estate on and around the lake.  Contact Dale’s Home Selling team, we want YOU to love the Lake Country Area as much as we do!