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Visit Sedona for...Wine?

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Sunsets are like kittens and cherry blossoms -- you have to be a real curmudgeon to dislike them, and even when they're just ordinary, they're still pretty terrific. This is why a great many destinations tout their spectacular sunsets, to the point where I roll my eyes when I see it listed among an area's charms.

But I will say that the sun fading to night on the red rocks in Sedona, Arizona is unusually magnificent. So if you need a new reason to get out there and see it, here's one: there's a new Verde Valley Wine Trail, linking together wineries in Cottonwood, Jerome and other places in this part of the state.

The trail is an outgrowth of a documentary about the called Blood into Wine -- which has been screened in theaters around the United States since February, with many more planned into the spring and summer. It's been billed as the Sideways of Arizona -- just add musicians, model Milla Jovovich, and, judging from the trailer, a smidge of Deadliest Catch-esque edginess, and bottle.

The real question for me is whether the wine is any good -- I've actually not had any Arizona wine, to my knowledge. But I'd be willing to give it a go the next time I'm in Sedona. Worst case, I'll always have the sunset as a consolation prize.

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L'Auberge de Sedona Completes First Phase of Renovation

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I visited L'Auberge de Sedona very early in 2009, when this long-time favorite retreat in Arizona's long-time favorite retreat town was just in the beginning phases of an extensive, $25 million renovation. This property now has 64 rooms (up from 56), between its cozy lodge and its private cottages set near wooded Oak Creek. The older cottages were given comprehensive face-lifts designed to reduce the separation between indoors and out -- there are bigger windows, expanded decks and totally private outdoor showers, the 13 new cottages include "spa cottages", designed with jacuzzi tubs.

The second phase of renovations are set to end in April 2010, and will include the addition of eighteen new cottages, set up on the hill overlooking the existing property. These cottages will have a view of Sedona's famous red rocks -- just about the only key feature that this property has lacked in its 25 year history.

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Garland's Oak Creek Lodge For Sale

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I'm noticing more and more small lodges and inns up for sale. Small family-owned properties are particularly vulnerable at a time when travel is dropping off. The latest is the Garlands Oak Creek Lodge in beautiful Sedona, Arizona. The property is ten acres surrounded by the beautiful red rocks of Sedona. It includes a main lodge built of hand-hewn timbers, 16 guest cabins, two year-round residences, employee quarters, a fast-drying clay tennis court and a creek side yoga and pilates pavilion. The property includes a restaurant and the owners have even authored a cookbook called "Sharing the Table at Garland's Lodge." Garland's Lodge is listed at $13 million.

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Sedona Art Estate, Estate of the Day

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This Sedona, Arizona home isn't just full of art, it has art in the entrance. The "Dance of Life" bronze leads the way to a stone staircase flanked by six stacked-stone towers. On the other side of the entry is a glass wall that shows off the views and the pool. The home is shaped like a crescent moon and has plenty of windows to showcase the views. There are five bedroom sites, a great room, dining room, gourmet kitchen, office and theater room and a seperate two-bedroom caretaker's apartment and detached gym. The property also includes two horse stalls. The home was done in luxury materials including white Thassos marble flooring (quarried and shipped in tile form from Greece) and Travertine flooring (from Italy) throughout as well as stained glass windows and sconces. The home is wired for sound with a full CD/DVD central audio system with individually controlled loudspeakers in all main areas there is also a home theater with a CD, DVD, VCR system in the media room and three additional televisions including a plasma screen in the living room. The home also includes all statues and sculptures that are displayed outside which includes several resin and bronze artworks. it is listed at $10 million.

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El Rojo Grande Ranch, Estate of the Day

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We've seen some pricey homes in the Sedona, Arizona area before but this one is stratospheric. The reason? Land. The El Rojo Grande Ranch has 173 acres of prime land located 1.5 miles west of the Sedona city limits. The main home is a 6700 square-foot circular home which was built in 1994. The home is designed around a central courtyard with rooms that spread out like wheel spokes. Inside a mix of stone, wood, curvilinear plaster walls and picture windows give it a modern yet completely Southwestern feel. The estate also includes a 1,350-square-foot guest house and 1,700-square-foot caretaker's quarters. The ranch is also home to the El Rojo Grande Equestrian Center which sits on approximately 9.1 acres. It includes a box stall barn with nine stalls and a veterinary clinic, a corral barn with tack rooms and an office, a working barn with a blacksmith area and locker room, a hay bar, three arenas and a round pen and two corrals. The land also includes a separate 2.5 acre park located at the foot of one of Sedona's famous red rocks with picnic tables, a bandstand and room to hold special events. It is an amazing property. It's also got an amazing price, $29 million which may be a bit too rich for Arizona blood.

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Sedona Serenity, Estate of the Day

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This modern home is a new build that is designed to blend in with the red rock sculptures of Sedona, Arizona.The main level is an open floor plan with large glass walls. The home is full of playful custom sculptural details done in stainless steel, copper, glass and iron. The finishes are lavish, including exotic woods, granite, travertine, limestone and titanium. The estate includes a main house, two-bedroom guest house, pool house, a separate home theater area and a negative-edge swimming pool with a spa and waterfalls. Landscaping includes rock and sculpture gardens. The home comes with the custom furnishings and is listed at $13.5 million. After the jump or in the galley, up close pictures of the particular details including the distinctive metal stars, squiggles and glass spheres that echo Sedona's new-agey reputation.

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Sedona, Arizona, Estate of the Day

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For a long time, Sedona, Arizona was a quiet secret. Over time, hotels and spas sprung up and real estate prices began to climb. The houses become more and more lavish. A new benchmark has been reached with this estate. This huge eight-bedroom was built in 2003 and has more than 15,000 square feet. The home is on ten acres in an area rich in stunning natural red rock beauty. The home includes a large kitchen, home theater and several different recreation rooms. The home has a beautiful swimming pool with terraces for outdoor entertaining and a caban with a summer kitchen. It is listed at $13.5 million. After the jump, red rock extravaganza.

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BCBGirls Sedona Shopper, Handbag of the Day

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The name of the Sedona Shopper is a dead giveaway that the bag is supposed to evoke the southwestern desert, but I can't help but think of the beach when I look at it. The textured, sand-colored leather accented with pink and turquoise stones just reminds me of the LA coastline. This is in no small part because that color scheme was co-opted by the city in the 1990s and is heavily present in the signage around town. Beach or desert, both are sunny all year round, making this tote a great summertime choice. Price: $198.

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Sedona, Arizona, Estate of the Day

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Today's estate takes us to the peaceful and scenic town of Sedona, Arizona, the several resorts and spas. This Italian villa sits on a 8.78-acre hilltop site which borders National Forest Service land and offers views of the famed red rocks. It has a natural stone facade and inside there are 9362 sq ft of living space. The home has four bedrooms, a billiard room, media room and a separate office with a gym. Special details include Venetian plaster, reclaimed timber and stone floors. Outside there is a swimming pool, hot tub and a summer kitchen and a covered patio with a fireplace. The furnishings and art can be purchased separately. It is listed at $8.5 million. A few pictures after the jump but this home can be seen more clearly in the virtual tour.

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