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At last! It all comes together, finally I shall know the location of the secret dream home lair. Bwahahahaha!

Posted by Floyd D. Barber – April 11, 2008 3:38 PM

Pat Custer is from Santa Cruz, West Virginia. Santa Cruz!!!

Posted by Carol R – April 11, 2008 3:47 PM

Fcole,in my best Elvis voice... Thank you! Thank you VERY much!! (You're welcome!)

Posted by Charlottenoel, Pacific Northwest – April 11, 2008 3:51 PM

i think it is St. Helena. He stayed there while filiming Wild in the Country.

Posted by Katie – April 11, 2008 3:51 PM

I have been thinking it was Santa Cruz the whole time.

Posted by Karen – April 11, 2008 3:54 PM

Once again this article can lead you to many different guesses. Both Katie and Karen are right. One article led me to the Graceland Church in Santa Cruz and the other one to the Napa Valley!! I guess you see what you want to see and I see Napa in theDream Homes future! LOL.
http://www.ila-chateau.com/inkhouse/

Posted by acp – April 11, 2008 4:23 PM

I'm guessing Redwood City, CA

Posted by Candy – April 11, 2008 4:34 PM

I agree...clues lead to Santa Cruz, CA. I can't wait to tour the home! This one will be within driving distance. YEAH!!!

Posted by Ella – April 11, 2008 4:36 PM

I am gong to say Santa Cruz..... we'll see what happens! :P

Posted by Elizabeth – April 11, 2008 4:37 PM

I'm just going to throw some locations out as I read about them. Hayward is 35 miles from Portola Valley and a home to Graceland cellers wine makers

Posted by annie – April 11, 2008 5:06 PM

I think it is Phildelphia PA, why not?

Posted by Yvonne Rosson – April 11, 2008 5:12 PM

Yep, totally Santa Cruz. By the bay, middle of the Redwoods, and real dream weather. There could not be a better locale for the Dream Home. I will be entering daily for sure.

Posted by Casey – April 11, 2008 6:06 PM

Dear HGTV: This was a tough clue, however, I think I figured it out...What does Elvis have to do with the location of the next Dream Home...well, with my "super sleuthing" I came up with the following: "Graceland Cellars' motto "Rock 'n' Roll Never Tasted So Good!" This year is an anniversary year for Elvis. It’s the 30th anniversary of his life, the 25th Anniversary of the opening of Graceland Mansion to the public, and the 50th Anniversary of his purchase of his famed home Graceland. To commemorate this event they have launched a new Elvis varietal Stuck On You Shiraz and Elvis Always, a new numbered limited edition wines that follows the Elvis Presley Enterprises Annual theme. In edition an elegantly designed Etched Elvis in now available for ordering. These wines can be purchased in Sonoma, California, at the Broadway Market, the Sonoma Cheese Factory & Plaza Liquors. Now wine lovers (which you will find many in the Sonoma/Napa area), Elvis fans and Elvis enthusiasts have new ways to celebrate the Elvis legacy. I say "Let's toast to that!!" Cheers everyone. Love you HGTV!!
Marie Miller

Posted by Marie Miller – April 11, 2008 6:07 PM

I should clarify that I am guessing that Pat Custer is from Santa Cruz, West Virginia. Couldn't find any proof of that, just that there is a Santa Cruz, West Virginia. Good enough for me - what do you say, FCOLE?

Posted by Carol R – April 11, 2008 7:26 PM

Found the link for Elvis Presley, Wine country, St Helena......... Am I right Fcole??????

“ The Ink House hotel in St. Helena offers Victorian elegance in the heart
of the famous wine growing region of Napa Valley, California. ”
The Ink House was the principal location for the 1961 Elvis Presley film 'Wild in the Country'

http://www.ila-chateau.com/inkhouse/

Posted by Hoof Hearted – April 11, 2008 7:31 PM

I BELIEVE THIS HOME WILL BE SOMEWHERE IN TENNESSEE.

Posted by MARIAF – April 11, 2008 8:14 PM

Could be Santa Cruz. But there is Graceland Cellars and they sell "Velvet Elvis" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and as stated by Katie..he did stay at the Ink House in St Helena. Anywhere close enough so I can finally go tour a DH next year.
Happy Friday everyone!!!

Posted by Becky from Napa Valley – April 11, 2008 8:45 PM

Fontana, California?
Good luck everyone!

Posted by msmaxsings1 – April 11, 2008 9:23 PM

If i am guessing could it be in the ozarks of arkansas that would be wonderful. posted by patricia D. Waynesboro GA,

Posted by patricia delaigle – April 11, 2008 9:26 PM

Well, there is a plaque in Santa Cruz commemorating a supposed "Elvis sighting". But I couldn't find any info on Pat Custer or document a city named Santa Cruz in West Virginia. Anyone have a link to verify that?

Posted by brenda – April 11, 2008 10:29 PM

I'll go for what seems to be the most likely connection (as mentioned by Katie) between the latest clue that links Elvis Presley to N CA: The 1961 movie "Wild in the Country" which was filmed in the Napa Valley in and around St. Helena and Calistoga. In fact, during filming, Elvis reportedly stayed in the "French Room" of a former Victorian-styled estate, now known as the Ink House B&B, in St. Helena for a full month.
So, from Portola Valley (San Mateo County) to Guerneville (Sonoma County) to St. Helena (Napa County), FCOLE has led us on quite a wild ride.
Where we stop, no one knows.
Well, if nothing else, we can check out the scenery on the Napa Valley Wine Train, take an incredible hot air balloon ride that showcases the beauty of the wine country, shop the upscale boutiques and discover classy antiques along Highway 29 storefronts in tony St. Helena, and spend a few days of luxurious relaxation at the hot springs and mud baths in the old west town of Calistoga. Don't forget the best wines, the most divine cheeses, and the heavenly haute cuisine.
Why do I sound like a blurb from the local tourist bureau?---because I am a product of the Napa Valley, and very proud of it. Winning the DH09 will get me back to my roots, with family nearby to boot.
OK, FCOLE, BRING ON THE VIDEO. I'M PAST READY.

Posted by DBCoop – April 11, 2008 11:09 PM

Again, I don't know as much as others about California, but I "AM" from W.V. (born there, raised in MI), so really, ANYPLACE in California sounds good to me.

Posted by deb – April 11, 2008 11:26 PM

Finally! I have been chomping at the bit to get another clue. I have managed to elimate some locations in California. I'm not telling, because I don't have to!! tee hee! There are so many possible left. I will review this next clue after I finish watching the current HGTV show. Thank goodness HGTV is there. It is informative, and entertaining at the same time.

Posted by cathy – April 11, 2008 11:38 PM

I don't get it, but I think "ringing a bell" might be part of the clue. I looked up Santa Cruz West Virginia and there's nothing that comes up, where are you getting that info? Looked up Elvis's last film from HGTV's last comment about "latest film" and that was shot in Pasadena, CA. I don't get it. The clue is probably so obvious I'm looking right past it, Help!

Posted by Ynotme – April 12, 2008 12:00 AM

Carol R wrote "Pat Custer is from Santa Cruz, West Virginia. Santa Cruz!!!" I've never heard of Santa Cruz West Virginia, where is it located?

Posted by sagg99 – April 12, 2008 12:18 AM

Clue #9 included a home from Portola Valley, and there is a Portola Drive in Santa Cruz. It could be nothing though, I was one of the people who saw an R and an H behind the door so I don't know anymore. Thank goodness we're getting the answer soon!

Posted by Deb (T) – April 12, 2008 12:45 AM

Santa Cruz, West Virginia? Not funny! HGTV Dream Home bloggers are not that gullible!!! That aside, I'm not sure how all the clues fit, but I guess Jack will be driving thru St. Helena's downtown area. Yes, Elvis was and is everywhere. Right?????????????????????????

Posted by Jill R. – April 12, 2008 4:47 AM

I bet money that it’s somewhere near Big Sure or Carmel.

Posted by Rod – April 12, 2008 7:39 AM

Dear HGTV: I believe that Custer loves to collect Elvis memorabilia & will not pass up the chance to purchase one of the new Elvis varietal wines, "Stuck On You Shiraz" or maybe "Elvis Always", a new numbered limited edition that follows the Elvis Presley Enterprises Annual theme. In edition, there is an elegantly designed Etched Elvis now available for ordering.
Now wine lovers (and collectors), Elvis fans and Elvis enthusiasts have new ways to celebrate the Elvis legacy, and there are three places that I know of where Custer can purchase the Elvis Wines in Sonoma, California (where I believe the next Dream Home will be built)...WOW!!! I think I've got this clue "All Shook Up!!!" Love you HGTV!!! Marie Miller

Posted by Marie Miller – April 12, 2008 9:00 AM

I watched something on tv a few months back. It was probably in January since Elvis' birthday is January 8th. It was about this woman who owned all the Elvis memorablia. I am not sure if it was Pat Custer, but it was the largest collection. THAT was amazing, what she owned. She sure loves Elvis. I do not recall where she was from, but as I said in an earlier blog, I do not know as much about California as other, but I sure am willing to learn. Where ever it is I know will be beautiful, and someone will be a very blessed person to win.

Posted by deb – April 12, 2008 9:37 AM

it's Half Moon Bay

Posted by Korry – April 12, 2008 11:30 AM

St. Helena would be lovely. I might even get over my disappointment about Santa Cruz, if that is the case.

Posted by Brenda – April 12, 2008 11:52 AM

I like your guesses. Lovely places. What do you think about San Simeon, CA? It's mentioned in the follwing article...
http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_gx5202/is_/ai_n19121877

Posted by Midwest transfer – April 12, 2008 12:14 PM

I did a search for bell collectibles california and came up with a collectibles shop call Car+Mel! That's my guess (not far from Santa Cruz!)

Posted by Kristen – April 12, 2008 12:16 PM

There is a Pat Custer who lives in the northwest corner of California in a little town called Etna CA. I do believe we're there!

Posted by Sapphire – April 12, 2008 12:26 PM

The new HGTV Home is going to be built in Santa Cruz California.
I can't figure out what the initials RH means though........this has me stumped!

Posted by Vickie Mateer – April 12, 2008 12:26 PM

Santa Cruz, California is the location of the next HGTV dream home!

Posted by JB – April 12, 2008 12:49 PM

RH possibly stands for a winery in the area? Rutherford maybe???

Posted by Vickie – April 12, 2008 1:03 PM

The clue says you have to do some research. But I see two other things that may relate.

1. Elvis owned a home in Palm Springs, CA.
2. Wikipedia shows that Custer's middle name is Armstrong, which takes me back to Marie's guess of the Armstrong Estates.

So, what do you all think? I'm glad we finally have a timeframe for the big announcement :)

Posted by R. McCoy – April 12, 2008 1:25 PM

My guess is either Scotts Valley or San Lorenzo Valley.

Posted by Nikki – April 12, 2008 1:26 PM

Thanks for that last clue. There's a very interesting picture of "Elvis Armstrong Custer" on the internet. I think it's the Armstrong Estates.

Posted by Angie – April 12, 2008 1:34 PM

There is a city and area in San Fransisco called Redwood City or Redwood Peninsula...

Posted by Donna – April 12, 2008 2:11 PM

If you look back at previous clues, they have already said the home will be in California. My guess is Redwood City or Redwood Peninsula. Just off San Fransisco Bay.

Posted by Donna – April 12, 2008 2:14 PM

I think it is Fortuna or Eureka California

Posted by Sherri – April 12, 2008 2:29 PM

next wed can't come soon enough.

Posted by viv kelley – April 12, 2008 2:38 PM

GRACELAND??????

Posted by joe – April 12, 2008 3:45 PM

North of Santa Cruz is a Redwood Rd and a Mystery Spot Rd. they both go up into the Hills. Could that be where the house is?
Also There is a Redwood Park and another Redwood rd or street there also. Both Places end on the side of a hill or in a valley. There is a golf course next to them....hmmm....

Posted by Ella – April 12, 2008 4:06 PM

I believe it's in Loleta or Eureka in Humbolt County-near the coast, bay and in the heart of the redwoods. My other guess would be Arcata.

Posted by darend – April 12, 2008 4:07 PM

No doubt about it, if anything is going to be DESIGNED TO SELL excitement, it'll be the DH09 nestled within a vineyard and redwood treed landscape SOMEWHERE in the Napa/Sonoma Counties. From the majestic redwoods to the ubiquitous wineries and the big city lights a short drive away, DH09 will have it all. If I win, the big question will be---DBCoop's awesome vacation home, or year-round dream estate? Cheers!

Posted by DBCoop – April 12, 2008 4:13 PM

Santa Cruz is a beautiful location. Way to go HGTV!

Posted by Rebecca Bounds – April 12, 2008 4:39 PM

Guerneville, CA 95446

Been there, is near Russian River Gulch, Mendocino, etc. LOVE THAT AREA! Very mild temps., cool ppl & laid back. Just close enough to the beach to make me cry I'm not there yet, boo hoo!

From: Kelley C.

Posted by kelley – April 12, 2008 5:12 PM

I think it is Santa Barbara or monterey

Posted by debbie – April 12, 2008 5:23 PM

Menphis, Tennesse?

Posted by Maria Rosal – April 12, 2008 5:37 PM

Definitely "wine country"--somewhere in the Napa Valley. Graceland Cellars has Elvis Signature wines--All Shook Up™ California Brut Champagne, 2004 Velvet Elvis Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2003 Etched Elvis California Cabernet Sauvignon, and a three-bottle Commemorative Party Pack. "Signature Wines & Beverages" is located in the Napa Valley (Hayward, CA). http://www.elvis.com/news/full_story.asp?id=1106
http://www.signaturewines.com/about_us.php

Posted by D – April 12, 2008 5:49 PM

I have watched so much hgtv that no one really likes to watch television with me. I'm single and have raised my two sons and now they are grown and I'm in the same house. I've managed to pay the rent thru thick and storm. I guess this past year was the worst, I just knew that I would be able to move out of this house this year and finally begin to live just for me, but wouldn't you know that in November of 2007 I suffered a liver failure and I still haven't returned to work. Most of the people that I love have turned on be because while going back and forth to the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville FA, I was diagnoised with being bipolar and I pretty much told everyone how I feel except my sister who took me back and forth. I even managed to get into an argument with her, but my question to you is if you all are ever gonna are even think about building a Dream Home any in South Georgia? It doesn't have to big and luxurious, just something a single women like myself could really call home.

Posted by Nancy Hunt – April 12, 2008 6:13 PM

ummmmm,maybe where he was born,I do not know.

Posted by Jenna Marvet – April 12, 2008 7:01 PM

yeah, me!! I'm soooo excited it's in California! Thank you thank you thank you thank you THANK YOU!!!!

Posted by Natalie – April 12, 2008 7:07 PM

tennesse? :]

Posted by Loretta – April 12, 2008 7:11 PM

I think Virginia Beach Va.the next 2009 new HGTV Dream home will be chosen. I forgote to put the state in my first comment.

Posted by Corless Wilson – April 12, 2008 7:33 PM

I think it is either Marina Del Rey or King Harbor, California

Posted by Tanyia- Wisconsin. – April 12, 2008 7:52 PM

Seen sooooo much of California, via these leads. It's been interesting, very infomative and lottsa fun. Been places I never dreamed of going, or would have thought of going. Thank heaven for Google Earth. It can be almost like riding a train thru the towns.

Could it be Nevada City, California?

Ive been to so many places with these Dream Home contests over the years that I feel like Johnny Cash when he sang.....

I've been everywhere, man
I've been everywhere, man
Crossed the deserts bare, man
I've breathed the mountain air, man
Of travel I've had my share, man
I've been everywhere

I've been to:
Reno
Chicago
Fargo
Minnesota
Buffalo
Toronto
Winslow
Sarasota
Wichita
Tulsa
Ottawa
Oklahoma
Tampa
Panama
Mattawa
LaPaloma
Bangor
Baltimore
Salvador
Amarillo
Tocapillo
Barranquilla
And Padilla

I'm a Killer
I've been everywhere, man
I've been everywhere, man
Crossed the deserts bare, man
I've breathed the mountain air, man
Of travel I've had my share, man
I've been everywhere

I've been to:
Boston
Charleston
Dayton
Louisiana
Washington
Houston
Kingston
Texarkana
Monterey
Ferriday
Santa Fe
Tallapoosa
Glen Rock
Black Rock
Little Rock
Oskaloosa
Tennessee
Tinnesay
Chicopee
Spirit Lake
Grand Lake
Devil's Lake
Crater Lake

For Pete's Sake
I've been everywhere, man
I've been everywhere, man
Crossed the deserts bare, man
I've breathed the mountain air, man
Of travel I've had my share, man
I've been everywhere

I've been to:
Louisville
Nashville
Knoxville
Ombabika
Schefferville
Jacksonville
Waterville
Costa Rica
Pittsfield
Springfield
Bakersfield
Shreveport
Hackensack
Cadillac
Fond du Lac
Davenport
Idaho
Jellico
Argentina
Diamantina
Pasadena
Catalina

See What I Mean
I've been everywhere, man
I've been everywhere, man
Crossed the deserts bare, man
I've breathed the mountain air, man
Of travel I've had my share, man
I've been everywhere

I've been to:
Pittsburgh
Parkersburg
Gravelbourg
Colorado
Ellensburg
Rexburg
Vicksburg
Eldorado
Larimore
Atmore
Haverstraw
Chatanika
Chaska
Nebraska
Alaska
Opelika
Baraboo
Waterloo
Kalamazoo
Kansas City
Sioux City
Cedar City
Dodge City

What A Pity
I've been everywhere, man
I've been everywhere, man
Crossed the deserts bare, man
I've breathed the mountain air, man
Of travel I've had my share, man
I've been everywhere

I've been everywhere with HGTV!!!! Thanks for the ride HGTV!

Posted by msmaxsings – April 12, 2008 8:02 PM

near malibu, california / calabasas, california. near malibu creek state park where love me tender was filmed in 1956. also the beach party films.

Posted by ctagans – April 12, 2008 8:50 PM

ok last comment. idyllwild-pine cove, california. kid galahad was filmed here. near hemet, california!!!

Posted by ctagans – April 12, 2008 9:05 PM

Bryson, California.......

Posted by Deborah Papy – April 12, 2008 9:23 PM

Well, I'm not sure what to make of this last clue. I tried to make it fit into my previous guess of Sonoma and/or nearby region. When googling Pat Custer, I got an address of Cooper Road. So I plugged in Cooper Road in Sonoma and came up with BCC Builders who seem to have high ratings and are "green" friendly builders. Perhaps they will be building the 2009 Dream Home. They are actually based out of Sebastopol so perhaps this is the location. Sebastopol is still in the Sonoma County region. What do you think Marie Miller?

Posted by Lydia P – April 12, 2008 10:59 PM

It could be in Hayward, California where Elvis Presley wines are made--Graceland Cellars. It's in the area of the other clues. I had never heard of this wine before.

Posted by Teresa – April 12, 2008 11:49 PM

Elvis Presley ---> Memphis, Tennessee.

Posted by Kim – April 13, 2008 12:26 AM

Glen Ellen, California

Posted by Rand – April 13, 2008 1:17 AM

Monterey

Posted by JT – April 13, 2008 2:23 AM

Ok, so Pat Custer is from Santa Cruz, WV according to Carol R. I could/would move to Santa Cruz CA. I would move anywhere out of Michigan. I am tired of the cold winters, have never been an outdoor winter person, summer, spring, fall-yes, winter---NO. I need warm. If it is under 60 to me it is cold, so yes, I could move to CA.

Posted by deb – April 13, 2008 7:36 AM

cool, santa cruz. mabee their will be elvis decorations in the house

Posted by Rachel – April 13, 2008 10:11 AM

I think This Is |||||It's...Chateau Montelena is located in the Napa Valley hamlet of Calistoga at 1429 Tubbs Lane. CA The winery is open to the public from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. for wine tasting. Tours and tasting can be reserved by calling (707) 942-5105. Fax: (707) 942-4221 or send an e-mail to reservations@montelena.com. Chateau Montelena can be visited on the Web at www.montelena.com. Only an Hour 1/2 to San Fransisco,CA.
Donna Caffey

Posted by Donna C – April 13, 2008 10:26 AM

Wherever the next dream/green home is located it should utilize Greenblock ICF wall technology with its superior R-Value, strength against all natural events to include hurricanes, tornados and earthquakes. Along with being super engergy efficient it is also a quiet home that you do not hear traffic from the street or aircraft overhead. Greenblock ICF walls also greatly reduce allergens in the home and adds many points to LEED Certification. Take a look at www.greenblock.com

Posted by David – April 13, 2008 10:40 AM

|||You ain't Nothing but a hound dog(not aHusky, crying all the time, if you aint caught a rabbit you aint no frind of mine.ahhaha||.
Elvis has many many many wines with his face on each of them and 90% of these are located in ||||||||||you guessed it|||||California.
Norma Gene has her pretty face on these shares as well. If you aint caught a rabbit, or not well to do in the money, then any brand will taste just as good, even though you wont be seing pics of these stars....
whopping 950.00 bucks for one that I had seen.
DonnaC

Posted by Donna C – April 13, 2008 10:58 AM

I think Blue velvet has something to do with it... such as in wine!

Posted by rand – April 13, 2008 1:19 PM

Yellowstone!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Duh?

Posted by Deb – April 13, 2008 2:06 PM

The next Dream Home is going to be in one of the prettiest places in the country. It will located in East Tennessee, near the TN River. (I think:)

Posted by JJ – April 13, 2008 2:37 PM

Afternoon fcole! Hey, I love the 'Kohler Overflowing Bathtub" commercial... the one with the little old Italian lady acting like she's on her deathbed... very operatic/dramatic... speaking in her native language, which is being translated... explaining, she has done everything in her life... until she see's through her bedroom window the lady next door running her Kohler Overflowing Bathtub!

OMG! LMAF! Kohler's commercial is hilarious!!!! Jack if your listening... I hope the 2009 Dream Home gets one of Kohler's Overflowing Bathtubs! Now that is a bathtub!! Outstanding product Kohler!!! You also have a funny sense of humor... I like that allot!

Posted by Charlottenoel, Pacific Northwest – April 13, 2008 3:40 PM

Fcole, did you make the Google ad bigger (the connection), and the ONLY one?

Posted by Jill R. – April 13, 2008 4:35 PM

WELL I'M STICKING TO SALMON CREEK BY BODEGA BAY,CA. IT'S STILL W/IN SONOMA COUNTY.

Posted by ed b – April 13, 2008 7:41 PM

I too think there is meaning in fc's ring a bell statement, Graceland Church fits.

Posted by annie – April 13, 2008 8:07 PM

Uh-oh - think I am in trouble. I went away for the weekend, and came back to discover all the talk. I
was so psyched to finally see a new clue, I made a wild guess, and could have sworn I found a Santa Cruz, WV before I posted my second comment. Anyway, even though I can't back up my Santa, Cruz, WV statement, I am still keeping Santa Cruz, CA as my guess. Apologies to those who fell they have been led astray. Here is one of the links that I had found:
http://www.santacruzband.com/index.asp

Wednesday can't come soon enough.

Posted by Carol R – April 13, 2008 8:42 PM

Good one Vickie!! There is a winery called Rutherford Hill and it's right off the Silverado Trail. Silver was on the early Scrabble board and that would be a prime location for a the DH. Rutherford is the town just south of St Helena.
There's a lot of good sleuthing going on, but a few a of you are still way off the mark with those out of state guesses..lol. Thanks for the chuckles.
Why does it take sooo long for Friday to come and Sunday comes too quickly.
I'm really hoping for the valley....CHEERS!!!

Posted by Becky from Napa Valley – April 13, 2008 9:08 PM

I think the 2009 dream home will be in San Francisco!!!! Mary Hammond

Posted by mary hammond – April 13, 2008 9:11 PM

Well, this should be my last comment since we'll find out next week. But I've been way off so far, but here goes. FCOLE gave us one of his clues and said, "Since it's Good Friday.." I thought that was odd since I am Catholic and know that it is mostly only Catholics that observe Good Friday. Some people probably don't even know what Good Friday is. I just let it go, but then it kept bothering me. A lot of you have guessed Santa Cruz, and you know that it means Holy Cross, which goes right along with Good Friday. But then again, in the Redwood Clue, there was nothing to allude to Santa Cruz, so then I have to go back to Guerenville. So I can only narrow it down to either Guerneville or Santa Cruz. Since I've had no luck so far, I am guessing that I will be wrong yet again! It was fun, though!

Posted by Julie in RI – April 13, 2008 10:08 PM

From the clues you have given I am going for the Santa Cruz area. In between Monterey and Santa Cruz there is a wonderful are we have spent several family vacations in the area of Pajaro..west of Gilroy. It is a fabulous area for a dream home!!!!

Posted by Tammy Caldron – April 13, 2008 11:23 PM

I thought by the last clue in the game, most people would have arrived at the same location. Not so. The wild guesses, the goofs (some very creative and amusing), and those who have had such conviction about their guesses they successfully influenced others, have all made for a good scavenger hunt. I have enjoyed the process; especially since it was not that easy. So, I say thanks for the fun and echo the sentiments of one of the former bloggers by saying, "Wednesday cannot come soon enough." I feel bad for Pat Custer, Colonel Custer, the Armstrong Estates, Santa Cruz and Globe, Arizona. They've all been put thru the mill!
P.S. It's St. Helena in the Napa Valley. My friend saw someone who looked like Jack riding around town in a convertible a few weeks ago ;)

Posted by Jill R. – April 14, 2008 12:01 AM

Boulder Creek, Santa Cruz County, Big Basin Redwood State Park (or) Sky Londa, San Mateo County. The Summit Hwy. 35 from Los Gatos to San Francisco you can see the Bay or the Ocean from the ridgetop, where Jack filmed the location video. I know I am close, waiting for Wednesdays reveal. I feel Lucky!!!!

Posted by Diane & John – April 14, 2008 12:39 AM

I still think Santa Cruz!!!!

Posted by Beth – April 14, 2008 9:05 AM

To Lydia P: I like your way of thinking & Sebastopol is difinately only a stone's throw from Sonoma...but, I still say the next Dream Home will be build in Sonoma, California, in the Armstrong Estates. ACP came up with some good ideas about this last clue..."The Ink House hotel in St. Helena offers Victorian elegance in the heart of the famous wine growing region of Napa Valley, California." The Ink House was the principal location for the 1961 Elvis Presley film 'Wild in the in the Country!' That's interesting, but I still think because the clue speaks of Custer love of collecting Elvis memorabilia that it will have to be the wine collection offered by Graceland Cellars...Sonoma, California, it's all about wine!! I liked your clue about Coooper Road...that is excellent...it just might be that BCC Builders could be building "our" next Dream Home!! Thank you HGTV!!! Marie Miller

Posted by Marie Miller – April 14, 2008 9:54 AM

There is one Elvis Presley in the CA phone book ... in San Francisco, CA

Posted by Jenette – April 14, 2008 10:32 AM

My guess for the HGTV Dream Home 2009 location is Sonoma Valley California.
We already know it's in California, near the Bay, in a "location not too far off the mark", The valley.
The last clue I believe refers to the Sonoma film festival in which Elvis and Annibel won two awards and were a movie was made which casted an Elvis impersonator who also performed at this festival. And too Elvis impersonators can be seen everywhere.

Posted by Diane – April 14, 2008 11:01 AM

To: R. McCoy I didn't realize that Custer's middle name is Armstrong...WOW! That really cements my feelings that Armstrong Estates is the place for the next Dream Home!!!! Good research R. McCoy!!!! Marie Miller

Posted by Marie Miller – April 14, 2008 11:21 AM

To D: Right on!!! I, too, believe the clue leads us to the Napa Valley...where you will find many signature wines & being that Custer collects Elvis memorabilia..she is diffinately going to buy the "Elvis Always", a new numbered limited edition, bottle of wine!!! Where will Custer purchase this new addition to her collection? No other place than Sonoma, California!! I wouldn't mind seeing a bottle of the same wine in my dream home in the wine cellar of the next HGTV Dream Home in the Armstrong Estates...my most favorite place on earth....Sonoma, California!! Marie Miller

Posted by Marie Miller – April 14, 2008 11:34 AM

I have never been around for the revealing of a DH location. How far along is the building of the home when they do the reveal? Is it just a bare site, is it partially built or almost finished? I have been checking out the different locations that people are guessing and I think that they all look great. Anywhere in Northern California looks like an ideal location so now I'm excited to see the type of home they are planning on building.

Posted by Deb (T) – April 14, 2008 11:35 AM

JUST TO BACK UP A LITTLE HERE: The clues, in order, pointed first to the PORTOLA Valley area. Then the REDWOODS (state parks) clue. Add them together, you get PORTOLA REDWOODS State Park, located in the SANTA CRUZ mountains. Now, take the Elvis Presley clue (GRACELAND, of course), Google that (Graceland Santa Cruz: remember FCOLE said "rings a bell") and you come up with Graceland SANTA CRUZ (CA) Bible Church. So, where do you think FCOLE has been so craftily trying to lead us all this time?---SANTA CRUZ! This keeps us within the same area, with each clue bringing us ever closer to the actual DH09 location.
Admittedly, there is also a strong tie-in with the last clue about Elvis to the film 'Wild in the Country' which was mainly shot on location in St. Helena, CA, but I think it less likely that FCOLE meant for us to be darting around N CA from Portola Valley, to Guerneville, and finally ending up over in St. Helena. Besides, that loses the redwood connection, unless you count the Petrified Redwood Forest outside of St. Helena. Just more of a stretch to me.
That last clue has made a TRUE BELIEVER out of me---I'll bet my parachute the answer is SANTA CRUZ, CA. We finally nailed it, DIDN'T WE, FCOLE, and not a moment too soon. Those bells will be ringing come Wednesday the 16th.

Posted by DBCoop – April 14, 2008 12:36 PM

I will be honest and tell you all. I don't have a clue. Well, ok I have one clue, it's somewhere in California. I still think its somewhere between San Fransisco and San Diego, or else San Luis Obispo, or perhaps on the hills above the Hollywood sign since they are putting homes in there now. See, I told ya I don't have a clue. But I know someone will be very very lucky to win it. If it's me I hope it's near the beach.

Posted by deb – April 14, 2008 1:24 PM

How about Portola Drive in Santa Cruz?

Posted by lag – April 14, 2008 2:58 PM

RE: "RH" "Bell" & "Elvis", I think the 2009 HGTV Dream Home will be built in SONOMA:

Elvis = the KING: Mission San Francisco Solano was the northernmost and final mission in a chain of 21 California missions built along the "KING's Highway", El Camino Real, that runs close to California Highway 101.

Ringing a BELL: The "El Camino Real BELLs" have long been in place since the early part of the last century to mark the original route of "El Camino Real" from San Diego to Sonoma in California. Here is a photo link to the bell at Sonoma: http://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WMZ84

The El Camino Real closely follows Highway 101 (PCH in the screen door clue...not RH?) in California. The El Camino Real was the first roadway in the State, built by the Spanish during the early mission days.

Posted by Caroline – April 14, 2008 4:12 PM

Palms Spring |California Elvis and Priscilla Honeymoon at 1350 Ladrea Cirlce Palm Springs 92262
This is my finel Guess I will put all the information Clues given, following this Insert here,
I pray I am correct.

Posted by Anonymous – April 14, 2008 4:17 PM

This house is going to be in
Charlett. S.C. for the beautiful sceniery and worm weather.

Posted by lois Smth – April 14, 2008 6:32 PM

My taxes are done and filed and I can't wait for my reward on Wednesday, the 16th. That's when the dream really begins for me. Knowing the location, and seeing the floor plans and following the building of the home...and dreaming.
Thanks to all you great bloggers who have done the research to narrow it down to several wine county locations. I just hope the one who guessed closest and first would be rewarded with a bottle of wine with Elvis on the label. Got to close now, to watch my favorite HGTV shows. Pleasant dreams.

Posted by Katydid – April 14, 2008 7:02 PM

Here are my picks for the California 09 dream home location.
If it is as simple as Santa cruz, WELL SANTA CRUZ when I typed it in on google maps, a place called: mystery spot, popped up how funny!

And when you google Elvis California it popped up Spinout AKA California holiday movie and the race car parts of it was filmed in Los Angeles in the dodgers stadium.

There still is portola redwood forest I found it several days ago but today I found elvis dr. Santa Clara, San jose, california 95123 that linked up to it from google maps.

I found alot of interesting Elvis info in San Jose, silicone valley like a BLUE SUEDE SHOES BALLET SHOW. ran last year I think it said.

I even found a link to Elvis Presley Estates in Palm Springs. Just an address but NOW That's quite a bit SOUTH of Redwood city area but it does link up with elvis and california and there was another link to a 2007 article about a Reno Fontana , his family bought an old home in palm springs that once belonged to the Elvis Presley family and he wants to start up a graceland west if allowed by Priscilla...
Ok maybe I finally got it through a few guesses my last guess
Then there's Eureka, I found it.....! I hope! Can't wait till Wednesday. the 16 th make it early please! FCOLE! Can't wait to see where it really is! One of us had to get it right! Why don't you reward those who guessed it right at one point to be listed in the eureka club it means I found it! That would be a neat club name for those who found the location.
Here's hoping I got it right this year!
UNTIL wed. the 16th our dear FCOLE & JACK T VIDEO!

Posted by Carrie Miracle – April 14, 2008 7:36 PM

I didn't even catch the ringing bell clue - congrats to the blogger(s) who caught that one!

Posted by Carol R – April 14, 2008 7:59 PM

Why St. Helena, CA?
This is how I got there.
Clue 9 = Portola Valley = Dream Home built in a
valley. Don't want to get in any hot water.
geo-thermal CA area
Calista (hot springs)
Clue 10 = Redwood + tree + state park =Dream Home
will be built in a valley that is
close to redwood trees by a state park
= Bothe-Napa Valley State Park (dear)
Forget clue no "Shadow the dog"
Last clue = Elvis' Graceland wine which is grown
in Napa Valley and where Elvis has
a connection to a movie he made
there = St. Helena, Ca (5 miles from
Bothe-Napa Valley State Park)
Most of the Monopoly and Scrabble clues can also be accounted for, however; I do not believe possible clues such as boardwalk were actual clues. St. Helena has casinos, is close to the African Safari Zoo (zebras),has a number of tomato things going on, has cork (punt) for the wine bottles, has sun, music, Oxbow school/Ox Roast, Silverado, dance, sand, falls and more. Some of the clues simply pertained to CA.

I could be wrong because these clues can be twisted around to fit almost anywhere. So, what do you think? :)

Posted by Jill R. – April 14, 2008 8:03 PM

To DB Coop,
That church service "Graceland" does not exist anymore. And it was never the NAME of the church; just the name of particular Sunday night services offered.
The church's name is and was during the time of "Graceland" services the Santa Cruz Bible Church. Just a FYI tip to a good detective!

Posted by Jill R. – April 14, 2008 8:18 PM

maybe is Tupelo,Missisipi

Posted by cm peck – April 14, 2008 8:26 PM

2009 home in Tupelo,Misissippi!!!!

Posted by nina p – April 14, 2008 8:34 PM

Hi DB...you make some good points. However, there are redwoods in Napa at the Bothe-Napa Valley State Park; it's a beautiful 4 mile hike. Not far from that park is the Bell Canyon Park and I've hardly ever a seen a picture of Sterling Winery without the BELL tower in the shot. The Portola Valley clue could have been a in reference to Valley and nothing to do with Portola. The picture was titled "Vivid in the Valley."
Just some food for thought.
Santa Cruz is beautiful, but the valley is hard to beat. Let's face it..you get thirsty and there's a winery right up the road.
Cheers!!!

Posted by Becky from Napa Valley – April 14, 2008 9:36 PM

Elvis performed at Lake Tahoe. He performed there a lot. Did he prefer Lake Tahoe to Vegas ?

Lake Tahoe is still my vote. Thanks for reading this and good luck to you all. Myckkia

Posted by myckkia – April 14, 2008 10:14 PM

http://www.mapoftahoe.info/

if you pull up a map of Lake Tahoe.. there is an Emerald Bay at the South End of the lake... Interesting.

Myckkia

Posted by myckkia – April 14, 2008 10:20 PM

Elvis Loved Precilla they married in Las Vegas
More than 30 original ELVIS PRESLEY movie scripts and song sheets were among the memorabilia items destroyed when Kashan Castle in Malibu, California was destroyed by fire on Sunday (21Oct07).

Owned by philanthropist and collector Lilly Lawrence, the famous landmark, also known as Malibu Castle and Hodge Castle, was one of the first buildings to succumb to the Malibu wildfires. Lawrence tells the New York Daily News, "Gone are 32 or 33 original movie scripts of Elvis. They were his personal scripts, with all his notes in the margins. "All the music for Heartbreak Hotel and American Trilogy, my favourite (are also gone). Untold things from Graceland. It's just devastating."

However, firefighters were able to save Presley's Nash Metropolitan car and his U.S. Army jacket before the flames swept in.
|SAD,GREIF,||||December 16, 1961: The soundtrack to Blue Hawaii...July 26, 1965: Elvis Presley’s version of the Orioles’ “Crying in the Chapel” peaks at #3 on the pop chart.
||August 27, 1965: The Beatles spend the evening talking and playing music with Elvis Presley at his Bel air home.
||||May 1, 1967: Elvis Presley marries Priscilla Beaulieu, who he met eight and a half years earlier during his tour of duty in Germany, at the Aladdin Hotel in Las Vegas. ||||October 9, 1973: Elvis and Priscilla Presley divorce in Santa Monica, California. |||| October 9, 1973: Elvis and Priscilla Presley divorce in Santa Monica, California.
Aloha From Hawaii Album Elvis Presley

Posted by DONNA C – April 14, 2008 10:25 PM

USS Potomac, known as the FDR's floating white house is owned by the Port of Oakland and does tours of the San Francisco Bay, and it was also once owned by Elvis Presley.

http://www.usspotomac.org/

Posted by Janelle – April 14, 2008 10:45 PM

Lake Tahoe... home of Mama's Red Tomato a famous Restaurant and Lounge. Lake Tahoe is also not far from Death Valley. ( thus the word Grief on the scabble tile tray) There are many chapels (PRAYER)in Lake Tahoe for weddings and they are referred to as the SUNFLOWER Minsitry. Lake Tahoe also hosts ZEBRA muscles. Lake Tahoe is also in a Mountain Zone, but it is not Mountain time. This is just more supporting information that I have found. Thanks for reading..

Myckkia

Posted by myckkia – April 14, 2008 10:46 PM

HILTON HEAD,SC I BELIEVE. ALONDRA10925@AOL.COM

Posted by LYDIA E.TORRES – April 14, 2008 11:46 PM

HOW ABOUT RENO,NEVADA OR LAS VEGAS NEVEDA HE ALWAYS LIKE TO SING THERE, but he also liked his family so how about his homestate Tennessee

Posted by Karla – April 15, 2008 12:27 AM

Hayward, California

Posted by Mark – April 15, 2008 5:30 AM

Well, like I said before, I am not too familiar with California, although I am more than willing to learn. One clue was "BAY". Most think Santa Cruz, is there a BAY near Santa Cruz? Guess I better get out my atlas. Good luck to all. Can't wait to see where it is. Don't you just know how beautiful it will be whereever it is.

Posted by deb – April 15, 2008 7:24 AM

Nowadays, just keeping food in the refrigerator, gas in the car and a roof over my head is a a struggle, and sometimes a nightmare, not a Dream. I would prefer a more sensible small house, that is seemingly more affordable. I switched my interest over to the Green House.

Posted by KR in FL – April 15, 2008 8:14 AM

http://www.eplans.com/image-gallery.hwx/Q/Plan.HWEPL12294/ImageId.314334

This stacked stone is gorgeous! A true dream....maybe HGTV can incorporate this into next years home. This home is my true dream home, scaled down by half size even!

Posted by Kathleen – April 15, 2008 8:45 AM

City of Hayward - The Heart of the Bay

Posted by Lynda – April 15, 2008 8:47 AM

Dear HGTV: Well, tomorrow is the "big reveal" and I can hardly wait to see Jack Thomasson at the location of the next Dream Home....right in the middle of Sonoma, California...up on a hill in the Armstrong Estates..."How Divine!!!" No more "House Hunting!!" There will be "Dream Builders" there, so don't "Sweat It!!" They will be "Building Character" because "Carter Can" with "Ground Breakers" and "Hammer Heads!!" There will be "Myles of Style" in the "New Spaces" in "Offbeat America!!" So, sit back and enjoy this "Special Presentation!!!" I love you HGTV!! Marie Miller

Posted by Marie Miller – April 15, 2008 8:56 AM

Is it Marin County, California?

Posted by Becky – April 15, 2008 9:03 AM

Mississippi

Posted by Gayle Beatty – April 15, 2008 9:33 AM

IDK my BFF jill?
Geeeez, this is really confusing.....
I'm saying Santa Cruz, CA... but I really have no clue... Can u just tell us already?... please...... it's been fun though, thanks for the clues, and can't wait for the 16th...=D

Posted by emily – April 15, 2008 9:43 AM

me again, i just thought of something though... who in the world typed out that whole song... how long did that take u... geeeez.... must have been bored or something......... i'm still going with santa cruz..... thanks a bunch fcole!!!=D

Posted by emily – April 15, 2008 9:47 AM

I'm thinking L.A. County near Pasadena.

Posted by Jan – April 15, 2008 10:18 AM

What about Portola Drive in Santa Cruz? It looks like a beautiful area.

Posted by lg – April 15, 2008 10:56 AM

Santa Cruz Mountains- remember that Boardwalk clue? pick me- pick me! (finally - a way back to Cali!)

Posted by Kristi – April 15, 2008 11:23 AM

Dear HGTV: After pondering fcole's clue "nothing's ringing a bell" for you, I started thinking about the Mission in Sonoma, California!! Maybe the clue is there to remind us that the Russian-designed bells ring in the Mission in Sonoma! Just a little history..."The site of Mission San Francisco Solano was selected and ceremoniously consecrated by Father Jose Altimira on July 4, 1823. It was named after Father San Francisco Solano, a 17th century missionary to Peru. This mission became the last and most northerly of the 21 California missions. The first building was a temporary wooden structure plastered inside and out with whitewashed mud. Several hundred Indian neophytes from Dolores followed the Franciscans to Sonoma, but the copious gifts from sister missions which usually arrived to start a new mission on its way failed to reach Sonoma. Help came from an unexpected source. The Russian fur traders proved to be friendly, sharing their supplies and donating Russian-designed bells." This may be a far reach...but the bells are ringing in Sonoma, California!!! Love you HGTV, Marie Miller

Posted by Marie Miller – April 15, 2008 11:51 AM

Well darn, I have missed all the clues, except this last one, so I'm in the dark, but I've been readin alot about Santa Cruz, both locations and you can bet I'll be signing up daily. Love you HGTV, watch you every day

Melanie in Arkansas.

Posted by Melanie – April 15, 2008 11:58 AM

I would have to guess that it will be in Napa Valley, CA... I hope this is it but I will find out tomorrow.

Posted by Enid – April 15, 2008 12:10 PM

Can you sing "Under The BOARDWALK,Down By The Sea"
The location for DH09 couldn't get any cooler than laid-back, eclectic, coastal Santa Cruz, with its COLOR SPLASH of sparkling ocean blues and the lush greens of towering mountain redwoods. Now take that setting and add in all the well-known seaside amusements of its famous boardwalk, quaint and quirky shops, world-class surfing and progressive politics. What's left to say but cowabunga, dudes!(And, yes, there are some very fine vineyards too in them thar hills.) You might even find yourself passing some quality time on the Pasatiempo Golf Course (taking in the panoramic ocean views)or admiring the impressive homes while cruising through the upscale community of Scotts Valley. After you check out www.beachboardwalk.com, where you'll find FCOLE's infamous "GOLDEN TICKET", log on to www.beachcalifornia.com/scruz.html for all the low-down (and the high points) of Surf City, aka Santa Cruz.
You'll have almost as much fun hanging out at the boardwalk's "Giant Dipper" as we've had with FCOLE's roller coaster ride over the past several weeks of sleuthing DH09 clues.
OK, DH09 winner hopefuls, anybody for a SURFIN' SAFARI?

Posted by DBCoop – April 15, 2008 12:17 PM

As I read through everyones guess work, it is sure enjoyable to read. Should I let the cat of the bag?? I know exactly where the next house will be built. I have the exact address. Do you want to know?? Joe Burroughs (Go ahead, Joe.)

Posted by Joe Burroughs – April 15, 2008 12:21 PM

Really looking forward to tomorrow's reveal! I hope I nailed one finally! Is it near Pertola Redwoods State Park or San Jose? Farther north well, Eureka, Humboldts RW area. Farther south, Palm Springs or whatever I said on previous blogs. Thanks for the exciting sometimes bumpy and frustrating trail to Dream Home 09, been fun really! Looking so forward to the Dream Home ideas and then the building of next years Dream Home. Sorry for the caps: just looked up! (No problem, I'll just get rid of 'em for you. fc)

Posted by Carrie Miracle – April 15, 2008 12:49 PM

24hrs. And Action!!!! Roll Moondoggies premiere! Woohoo! California skies will be blue and the sun will be shining! April showers bring May flowers... Rain! Rain! Go Away!! my bones need too soak up some rays!

fcole, are you a lover of music? Like the "DOORS "THE FUTURE STARTS HERE" "Break On Through To The Other Side" "Riders On The Storm" "L.A. Woman" music helps motivate, today calls for some jammin ROCK! The CD title really fits in the case of entering to win any "HGTV Dream Home" anyplace warm! I'm soo sick of the RAIN! LOL My favorite Dream Home so far Hilton Head "Green Home." Call it an inkling... HGTV's California Dream Home... the best is yet to come! Have a great day!

Posted by Charlottenoel, Pacific Northwest – April 15, 2008 1:33 PM

DBCoop, you're too funny, Bet your parachute? Pretty sure that would've rotted away by now. Hmmm, 1971 to 2008 would be 37 years since you jumped from that Boeing plane over Washington State with all that $$$$. You however, might be very familiar with the redwoods, if you made your way down to California thru them.

How about Mountain View, California? It googles well and it's where they make bells.

Can't wait for tonite's show. Good luck everyone ...its been fun.

Posted by msmaxsings – April 15, 2008 1:56 PM

My last guess- Riverside county maybe somewhere near Palm Desert & the Bighorn Golf Club....

Posted by Jan – April 15, 2008 2:39 PM

I don't think my last guess went through, so I will try again. How about Riverside County in the Coachella Valley near Bighorn Golf resort/Palm Desert.

Posted by Jan – April 15, 2008 2:47 PM

Oh Emily ~~ Bless you! I laughed so hard at your question:

"who in the world typed out that whole song... how long did that take u... geeeez.... must have been bored or something".

Answers:

1. msmaxsings
2. 30 seconds
3. NEVER bored -- enjoy smiles

...still laughing! It was simply cut and pasted Emily.

Here's one apropos for all of us.

All the leaves are brown
And the sky is grey
Ive been for a walk
On a winters day
Id be safe and warm
If I was in l.a.
California dreamin
On such a winters day

Stopped into a church
I passed along the way
Well, I got down on my knees
Got down on my knees
And I pretend to pray
You know the preacher likes the cold
He knows Im gonna stay
California dreamin
On such a winters day

All the leaves are brown
And the sky is grey
Ive been for a walk
On a winters day
If I didnt tell her
I could leave today
California dreamin
On such a winters day
California dreaming
On such a winters day
California dreaming
On such a winters day

Later, m

Posted by msmaxsings – April 15, 2008 3:04 PM

****I'm now fairly certain St. Helena/Napa Valley is the answer. I think the boardwalk and valley and redwood clues were just to draw us farther to the West Coast than the eastern Tahoe areas of CA. The Elvis clue is the one that was really meant to focus us in on THE location, and the connection is Elvis staying at the inn in St. Helena. I betcha! I actually put off a trip by a day so I wouldn't miss the reveal tomorrow. Tee Hee Hee!****

Posted by Ynotme – April 15, 2008 3:14 PM

The next house begun construction on the 11th of April at (address goes here) Calif. The residential property is located in a very nice subdivision called (name goes here) in (town goes here). This beautiful subdivision was developed by vintner and winery owner, (developer name). So....DO I WIN?? Joe
(Gee Joe, that sounds like it could be accurate. However, I don't know for sure if that's exactly where the house is going. But you can watch the video today and see if you're right. fc)

Posted by Joe Burroughs – April 15, 2008 3:18 PM

its gotta be santa cruz, cA.cant wait yayahhh!!!

Posted by kathy vanderburg – April 15, 2008 3:44 PM

Ahhhh, to live in SoNapaNoma...always a dream of mine. Great location for the next DH09 home of everyone's dream.

Posted by Valerie – April 15, 2008 4:00 PM

Santa Cruz, California seems like a great place to have a home built it's beautiful an all, however; this happens to be the one of the biggest attraction city in CA and has been since the 1770's. I would not think that the 2009 DH would be built here, due to the tourist, meaning the congestion of cars and people. Who Knows where the home will be built?. I did see a few home sites that were in the beginning phase as well as vacant partials located in and around portola Valley ie; around the home owned by the people with the yellow poolhouse. Just one question FCOLE. If the three and a half miles of city lights that are located in London Fog, Oakland the area which is also one of the biggest green community orginizations in CA and which is also near Portola Valley and San Francisco this making a tirangle, hints in Caters redwood door frame. What other city could this 2009 home be built within the close proxcimity of fun, lights and conservation? If Palm Springs is not the location I want to stay with my previous answer, Westside City in Portola Valley.
Donna Caffey

Posted by Donna C – April 15, 2008 4:39 PM

I think the 2009 Dream Home will be on the
Oregon Coast,(where many wineries exist).

Posted by M. Brown – April 15, 2008 4:46 PM

Well, tomorrow is the "big reveal". Can't wait. This last clue was a doozie. Searched, looked, googled, and still am stumped. Pertola Valley was my guess a few clues ago.Then I added Sand Hill Rd. for a location. Sooooo, I'll stick with it. I give up fcole, I surrender, you win. (untill next time, then I'll get you my pretty hehehe)

Posted by Bonnie – April 15, 2008 5:17 PM

Here are my final guesses: Santa Cruz, Sonoma, Napa Valley. Well, that wasn't so hard, thanks to all you marvelous bloggers who did so much research. I loved reading them all. Can't wait till tomorrow, and I will toast with a glass of vino to the one who came closest. Now the real fun begins, Pleasant dreams.

Posted by Katydid – April 15, 2008 6:57 PM

Hey
How about "MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE ???
WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON THIS AREA????? DEE

Posted by dee – April 15, 2008 7:58 PM

Definately Sonoma Valley. Grief=Good Grief as in Charlie Brown. Charles Schultz, the creator of Charlie Brown has an airport named after him in Santa Rosa. George Ranch in Sonoma is "Agua Caliente" or Hot water/ hot Springs. It's near the Sonoma Mission and a world class golf course. One real estate website had a picture of land for sale in George Ranch(sold last year) that looks very familiar. Hope it's in Armstrong Estates, but I'll take anywhere in Sonoma Valley!!!

Posted by Lisa W – April 15, 2008 8:03 PM

1971 Cadillac Sedan de Ville

This black Sedan de Ville was purchased new by Elvis on 7th July, 1971 for his Aunt Delta Mae Biggs who lived at Graceland. It was also used on many occasions by Elvis and his entourage. On 22nd September, 1974, the car was given by Elvis as a gift to the parents of his girlfriend, Linda Thompson. The car was kept by the Thompsons until 8th July, 1981, when it was purchased by Wolfgang, a German investor, and taken on a tour through Europe.

On August 25th, 1992 the car was sold by auction in London for 50 thousand pounds to millionaire Jack Jackson of Tampa, Florida. However, Mr Jackson died in a plane crash shortly after. The car was then sent to Palm Springs, California for auction and a business woman from Las Vegas, Nevada purchased it and kept it in her garage.

Posted by Donna. C – April 15, 2008 8:44 PM

Why do people still want to guess some place other then California, when fcole told us weeks back that it is going to be built in California, he just didn't tell us where in California, but we will know tomorrow and I can't wait, but this has been so much fun with all of you guys.

Posted by Vickie in Tenn. – April 15, 2008 9:33 PM

hum idk ridgecrest????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????

Posted by joe – April 15, 2008 9:50 PM

WOW, I THOUGHT I DIDN'T HAVE ANYTHING TO DO!!! RIGHT ON"I'VE BEEN EVERYWHERE MAN" THANKS FOR THE THE FUN I HAD READING THESE BLOGS. I GUESS I'LL GUESS SANTA CRUZ AS THAT SEEMS TO BE THE MOST POPULAR. CAN'T WAIT TO FIND OUT WHERE IT IS. I'M AN ELVIS FAN TOO. WISH WE HAD MORE GOOD VOICES LIKE HIS TO LISTEN TO TODAY. "WON'T YOU BE MY TEDDY BEAR" IS MY FAVORITE. BYE!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by caroline good – April 16, 2008 1:03 AM

Okay Joe............it's Wed. Tell us where it is! :-)

Posted by Deb – April 16, 2008 1:58 AM

Well, well, well! Such a vast area to try to narrow down where DH09 will be! I'd still like to go with my original guess of Sta. Cruz. But clues all the way north to Sonoma? My, my! We'll find out manana, y'all! Love ya, HGTV! ~nb

Posted by California Nancy – April 16, 2008 2:57 AM

Well, today is the day. Can't wait to see how well we did with the clues.

Posted by lovelykitty – April 16, 2008 5:06 AM

SACRAMENTO!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by Jan – April 16, 2008 7:42 AM

Dear HGTV: Today is the moment we have all been waiting for...I am so excited to see Jack standing at the area in the Armstrong Estates where the Dream Home will be built, & to see some footage of the quaint town of Sonoma, California!! I believe Herb Caen says it best: “I imagine heaven to be a lot like spring in Sonoma!!" The vineyards and trees are leafy, the birds are singing, and the grass is lush and green. Picnic under an azure sky with local wine, breads, produce, and cheeses. Paradise! This would be heaven for me!! Thank you HGTV for the opportunity to DREAM!!!! Marie Miller

Posted by Marie Miller – April 16, 2008 9:07 AM

FCOLE
Nice TRIck! Thanks for deCAPitalizing MY blog.
So where is that dream home already? I'm buckled into my office chair waiting "IMPATIENTLY AND mostly EXICITEDLY" on that video debut ride, with you and Jack.

Posted by Carrie Miracle – April 16, 2008 9:32 AM

I watched all of the clues as you presented them and the biggest clue for me was the very starting of the final clue. Before he brought in the street sign or the different wineries. The first part that you showed many vinyards and that was in the Napa/sonoma are. I drove thought there many times in the past 6 years and yes it is a very serene area. there are many beautiful historical areas to see and reflect on. As far as wineries some of the best comes out of this area. Each of them pride them selves in being the best on the market. The thing is that you can take care your time and pick and choose which onex that are your favorites.

Posted by Judy – April 18, 2008 3:05 AM

I can't call it but I will be blessed to be there, me and my family.

Thanks guys,
pam

Posted by pamela lynn nunnally – April 22, 2008 9:35 AM

It would be nice to be in Santa Cruz, or near by. My family is in Santa Cruz, I am trying to move that way. This well be fun!!!!

Posted by SANDRA – April 29, 2008 10:06 AM

SANDRA))))) I HAVE FAMILY IN SANTA CRUZ AND I HAVE BEEN TRING TO MOVE THERE. THIS WELL BE FUN!!!!

Posted by SANDRA – April 29, 2008 10:18 AM

Guys,guys,guys....Marie was 100% on track, it has to be Sonnoma,CA Good Luck!!!!

Posted by suzie – May 2, 2008 2:03 AM

napa, sonoma, sonora all beautiful places to live go california.

Posted by laura wolf – May 2, 2008 6:31 PM

Ok I'm going to say Santa Cruz in my one and only guess.

Posted by LINDA SCHUSTER – May 5, 2008 2:24 PM