Back in December 2009, we posted a short entry summarizing the I Love Mountain View Site.  At that point the website was still relatively new but we saw great potential for the site becoming one of the better local resources for all who live, work  and play in Mountain View.

Well, almost a year later, the website has exceeded our expectations. The site is actually a blog site sponsored by the Mountain View Chamber of Commerce. Well vetted, with an attention for local vendors and activities, it is an excellent resource and one that should not be missed.

“I Love Mountain View” blog covers a variety of topics regarding life in our exciting community. It’s rare to find a site that addresses multiple age groups and a variety of topics.

They have categorized and tagged the posts so searching their site is very easy.  A RSS feed and an easy-to-read community calendar round out the site.  The site is sure to have  something for every member of the family:

In an ‘07 Article titled “The other Castro Street” by San Francisco Magazine the author wrote: “Mountain View is fast becoming a happening haven for techies who love to eat al fresco—and chase their free citywide Wi-Fi sessions with a few cocktails”. Thanks to its convenient location in Silicon Valley between San Jose and San Francisco, Mountain View has increasingly become not only a destination, but a place where young families can find the space they desire and enjoy urban-style amenities and culture near employers like Google, Intuit, etc…

Gables End is one such place, now offering 3- and 4-bedroom floor plans. But hurry, only 7 homes remain! For quick updates on our community you can follow along on Facebook or Twitter.

Have a look at nearby restaurants through this map (scroll):

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Image from Savvy Cellar Wine Bar and Shop

Anticipation grows, as one of the Peninsula’s favorite wine bars nears its Grand Opening in Mountain View at the Old Train Depot. We feel so lucky to have Savvy so close. Gables End homeowners that have enjoyed Savvy Cellar in Redwood City, now have the option of meeting up with friends and neighbors at Savvy II just minutes from their front door! Need a double date idea? Savvy Cellar was voted “Best Wine Classes in the Bay Area”

Recently posted on the Savvy Cellar Facebook Page:

“Yeah, Mtn View construction complete! Waiting on ABC license . . . sigh. In the meantime, we are cranking on internal operations – tasting a lot of bread to ensure only the best selection!:) 1 to 2 weeks to go. Opening date to be announced soon! Watch this space . . .”

Have a look at these photos of the Gables End homeowners’ newest, local amenity:

Savvy Cellar II – Week 13

Savvy Cellar II – Week 15 (Slideshow)

We have been following the progress of Savvy Cellar II in Mountain View with much anticipation.  We are so fortunate to have such a wonderful addition to our Mountain View community.

Update from week 13, courtesy of their Facebook Fan Page : Signage and outdoor patio enclosure complete. Next up minor interior finishing, retail racks, stereo and POS.

If you haven’t had a chance to see what all the excitement is about, have a look at their Flickr Slideshow.

We can’t wait for the grand opening which should be announced within a few days. Tentative plans are for a grand opening to take place within a few weeks after final building approval.

Stay tuned!!

Nothing beats the experience of a Farmers’ Market….the sights, the smells and colors are all a welcome escape from our daily, hectic lives.  Our Gables End community is very fortunate to have one of the best farmers’ markets right here in downtown Mountain View.

The Certified Farmers’ Market in Mountain View is big and has an excellent selection of flowers, cheese, fruit, veggies, fresh meat, fresh bread and pastries, ethnic food and even entertainment for the little ones! The best part: you can enjoy it year-round!

Check out all of the positive reviews from locals and visitors who have had great things to say about the farmers’ market on YELP

Next Sunday, after your morning cup-o-joe, venture out and have a look! The Mountain View Farmers’ Market is less than 3 miles from your front door at Gables End. Just one more reason that living at Gables End is one of the best decisions you can make regarding housing options on the Peninsula.

Mountain View Farmers Market – California Farmers’ Markets Association
Day: Open all Sundays
Time: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Features: Approx. 70 growers and food purveyors at peak season.
Location: Downtown Mountain View Caltrain Station Parking Lot – 600 West Evelyn
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The economy is having its effect on local Mountain View and Peninsula Businesses that we frequent, but certain retailers and cafes report an up-tick in traffic.  The Palo Alto Daily News Staff Writer, Jessica Bernstein-Wax recently cited ways in which local self-employed, recently unemployed  and independent contractors are contributing to a thriving local economy.  Laptops and business meetings have become commonplace at Red Rock Coffee, customers have almost filled the Dana Street Roasting Company mid-afternoon and you will find the self-employed at the gym more often. “Local coffee shops, museums and gyms have reported modest increases in visitors over the past year despite, or perhaps because of, the bum economy. Movie theaters say sales have stayed about the same.”*

Residents of the Peninsula are well-educated and highly diverse, often finding creative ways of overcoming economic instability.  Entrepreneurs by nature, the unemployed often become self-employed, begin networking groups or try their hand at that start-up that they’ve been mapping out for the last 11 months. Despite the poor economy local residents continue to re-invent themselves, take advantage of the moment to enjoy a little culture, recharge and get fit for new opportunities, all while supporting small business owners!  We wouldn’t expect anything less, after all we live in the Silicon Valley, right?

Read the story here

Peninsula residents frequenting cafes, gyms and museums despite down economy

*Excerpt from Article by Palo Alto Daily News Staff Writer, Jessica Bernstein-Wax

Hey neighbors,

Just had lunch at La Bamba, awesome taqueria just blocks from Gables End, in Mountain View.

Have the Pupusas, you will die happy.

Now I need to head over to Shoreline Park and work it off!