Street of Dreams 2006

For some perhaps it's a realistic dream, for others more of a fantasy. If your real estate dreams include peeping at some new homes with an average price tag of around a million dollars, then you're in luck.

This year's event -- officially called the Countrywide Home Loans Street of Dreams -- showcases five high-end homes in The Reserve at Cooper Point in West Olympia. How high-end? Well... they've got names. There's "The Lakebay," "The Rainier," "The Crescent Bay," "The Arcadia," and "The Deschutes" (pictured). Hmmm. Maybe I my home would sound better if I named it... But then, I don't live in The Reserve.

The 150-acre subdivision, which was developed by Tri Vo and later sold to seven South Sound builders, is known as The Reserve at Cooper Point. Ultimately, 44 homes, ranging from 3,500 to 4,700 square feet, will be built on the site, according to Scott McLean, marketing director for the event. The property is one of the last large-lot subdivisions in the county, with each lot slightly larger than one acre, he said. (The Olympian, 14 September 2006)

You can visit the development's website for free, and get more info and view virtual tours. Or you can dish out the $10 entrance fee to visit in person. The details:

• What: 2006 Countrywide Home Loans Street of Dreams
• When: Show dates will run from Saturday, September 16 thru Sunday, October 1. (The show is closed on Mondays.) Hours are 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with ticket sales closing at 6:00 PM.
• Admission: Cost is $10 for adults, $7 for children aged 3 - 15, and free for kids under three. $2 discount coupons available here. (Discount offer valid Tuesday thru Friday only.)
• Parking: Visitors to the show are required to park at the Target Place Plaza. Parking is free, and courtesy shuttles to the event will run every 10 minutes.
• Driving Directions: From I-5, take Exit 104 to Highway 101. Take the first exit to Cooper Point Road. Follow signs for 3.5 miles to the free parking at Target Place Plaza.
• More Information about the Homes and the Development: www.thereserveatcooperpoint.com
• For Further Event Information: Contact Olympia 360-789-3698 or visit www.omb.org.