There is a marvelous neighborhood in Santa Maria that is quite unique. The River Oaks subdivision is situated off Highway 101 and Donovan Road in North East Santa Maria. It is approximately 2 miles from Highway 166 which makes it easy to visit friends and family in Bakersfield. The subdivision was built between 1999 and 2003.

The residents of the subdivision enjoy a lifestyle of walking, running, cycling, and bird watching. The adorable and large pond is surrounded by homes, a park, grammer school, and walking/biking paths. The area is teaming with birds of prey, ducks, coots, herons, pelicans, and a variety of other birds. There is even a work-out path called "World Trail" that is enjoyed by young and old.

During the summer months the bike path is open which runs adjacent to the subdivision along the Santa Maria river levee. It is a great place to start your long ride that surely ends with a tasty barbeque. Be sure to take some of the fresh rosemary that lines the walking trail. I've included a recipe for Rosemary Potatoes below.

Contact Avalon Real Estate Management to learn more about the River Oaks Subdivision in Santa Maria.

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Rosemary Potato Recipe

• Wash and dice several potatoes (Yukon or small Red)
• Place them in a baking pan or aluminum foil
• Drizzle them with olive oil
• Sprinkle with pepper and a pinch of salt
• Place three 6" tender Rosemary branches (that have been thoroughly washed) on top of the potatoes
• Cover the baking pan (close the aluminum foil) and throw on the grill
• Bake until tender (20-30 minutes)