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Rafael Nadal moves relentlessly toward dethroning tennis's reigning king

This week will tell whether Roger Federer, the Fred Astaire of tennis, can regain his footing after losing the No. 1 ranking to the hustling Spaniard, or whether a once-in-a-generation shift is under way.

OFF SEASON RATE!!Tahoe City Vacation Home-Beach, Pool and Tennis (Tahoe City-Dollar Point) $350 4bd

Highly desirable Dollar Point private beach, pool, tennis!!! Four bedroom two bath lakeview home. Nicely furnished and very comfortable. Southern exposure with a great second story deck. There are 2 living areas with 2 tv's with dvd players. Foosball table This home has a family room downstairs with two bedrooms and a full bath. Upstairs is the living room, dining area, kitchen, full bath and two more bedrooms. Wonderful views of Lake Tahoe from the upstairs living area. Highly desirable Dollar Point Amenitites-Private Pool, Private Homeowner's Beach and Tennis. Short walk to the Dollar Point Association beach and lower tennis courts. Steep Driveway $2300 a week. PLEASE CALL 530-583-7488 Click here to view Virtual Tour

Lake Tahoe #1 Resort Golf Swim Mountain Bike Park Tennis Sleeps 8 (Northstar @ Tahoe Resort Golf Course) $300 4bd

Summer $300/night $1,800/wk. Labor Day Wk $2200/wk plus tax and cleaning fee and security deposit. All rates subject to change without notice. CALL 530-562-2735 OR EMAIL gbkassoc@sbcglobal.net for assistance or reservations; visit http://vrbo.com/162036 for details. Click on photos below to view albums of house and recreation center (free to our guests). Welcome to Northstar Recreation Area & Village Northstar Golf And Ski Resort Tahoe View listing on http://vrbo.com/162036 North Lake Tahoe, CA, United States Vacation Rentals 4 Bedroom Single Family Bedrooms: 4 (sleeps 8) Bathrooms: 2 Property Type: Single Family Address: 517 Wolf Tree North Lake Tahoe California 96161 United States Description General Description: Custom four bedroom, two bath home overlooking 16th hole of Northstar golf course. Luxury at an affordable price. Northstar Resort is committed to building a world-class destination resort and has invested hundreds of millions of dollars in the village, golf course, and ski and snowboard facilities. A new Ritz Carlton is under construction. Northstar continues to be ranked among the top family resorts in America by ski magazine and other publications. As our guest you are entitled to the swim and racquet facilities (not available to village condo owners or guests!!). Rates: Summer $300/nt 2nts min. $1,800/wk July 4 & Labor Day $2,500/wk 7 nts min. All rates subject to change without notice; all rates plus 10% tax and $130 cleaning fee plus $200 fully refundable security deposit if no repairs or excessive cleaning required. 50% deposit required with residual required 60 days prior to occupancy. No refunds, however owner will assist in filling from standby list or previous inquiries. Recommend trip insurance if unsure. We can assist. Calendar: Reserved July 1-13, Aug 22-24 Contacts: phone 530-562-2735; 916-622-7262 (cell) ask for Gordon (Owner/Mgr) Amenities -Extensive Bamboo Flooring -Fully Equipped tiled kitchen with gas range, microwave, dishwasher, trash compactor, disposal oak cabinets; well stocked with paper goods, cooking and eating utensils -Two slate tile bathrooms; one with jacuzzi spa suitable for two people, state of the art thermal controlled shower, vanity and euro style sink; the second similarly equipped except a two person shower. -Three bedrooms with pillowtop queen beds, one bedroom with sofa bed and home office (wifi enabled, fax, printer, computer). -Living room with gas fireplace, leather couch with ottomans, leather morris chairs with ottomans, television, cd stereo player, games, and books -Breakfast bar with four stools -Dish Network Satelite TV -Dining table seating for six -Decks (three) and patio area overlooking golf course and views of ski slopes -Snow blower to clear walkway and driveway -Parking for up to four cars -Exclusive use (not available to Village residents) of recreation facilities including 3 year around hot tubs , 1,000 sq foot weight, exercise, sauna and showers, year around lap pool, games center including video games, billiards, ping pong and various other entertainment. Ten minutes free shuttle to village, recreation center and ski slopes (stops at house). Children Welcome Suitable For Elderly Pets Considered Non-Smoking Front Entry and East Exterior Click on thumbnail to enlarge Amenities Pool Jacuzzi Dishwasher Satellite / Cable TV Internet Access Washing Machine Clothes Dryer Freezer Ironing Board Microwave Oven Refrigerator Coffee Maker Cooking Utensils Toaster Fireplace CD Player DVD Player Television VCR Barbecue Activities and Attractions Fishing Golf Skiing Cycling Horseback Riding Hunting Mountain Biking Mountaineering Paragliding Roller Blading Sailing Scuba Diving / Snorkeling Swimming Tennis Walking Water Skiing Wind Surfing

Wonderful Mill Valley living! $1590

Just two blocks from the tennis courts with golf course and trailheads nearby. This large, furnished space is too good to pass up with its high ceilings, hardwood floors, granite-top counters, dishwasher and fireplace. Lots of light, windows on all sides! Independent dwelling (new construction)on large property; quiet neighborhood, and only 6 minutes to the freeway! Subletting for October and November, also possibly January through March. Suitable for ONE person. Prefer vegetarian, non-smoker. Please send particulars including phone number.

Tennis Balls Not Just for Play

I've heard of tennis balls being used to reduce background noise on chairs before, but this picture in the Daily News is the first time I have seen a picture...

BEAUTIFULLY UPGRADED TOWNHOUSE OVERLOOKING THE OCEAN**AMSI** (Kihei) $229 2bd

Location: S. Kihei Rd. & Kulanihakoi Pl., Kihei, Maui The property features: - Two bedrooms - Two bathrooms - Fully equipped kitchen - Sauna /Jacuzzi - Deck /Yard /Garden - Tennis /Common pool - Ocean view Household Appliances - Microwave / Dishwasher - Flat screen TV / Fast Internet service - Washer / Dryer in unit - Stove/Oven - Air Conditioning - Iron/Ironing/ Vacuum - Cable - Stereo/CD/VCR Oceanfront condo complex equipped with outdoor pool, jacuzzi, tennis courts and putting green. This is a nicely furnished 2 bedroom 2 bath townhouse on the 3rd floor. The master bedroom is a loft overlooking the living space, and the second bedroom is on the lower level towards the back. The unit is beautifully decorated with a lovely lanai looking out to the ocean. The property itself has a delightful quiet resort feel very peaceful for enjoying all Maui has to offer. This vacation rental at Luana Kai features: -Recessed Light -Stainless Appliances -Granite Counter Tops -Light walls & tile floors -New contemporary furnishings -One Queen Size Bed and a King Size Bed that converts to two Single Beds -Queen Sofabed Rates are $229 per night in the low season, plus hotel tax of 11.25% and a one time cleaning fee of $135. This is a vacation rental available nightly, weekly and monthly. To see our other fabulous furnished properties: - check on our website: http:\\www.amsires.com - click here for all furnished listings from AMSI! If you need more information, please call Kim at 415/447-2062 or : kharper@amsiemail.com or visit our office, we are located at 2800 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94109 from Monday through Friday between 9am to 5pm. American Marketing Systems, Inc. is a licensed Real Estate Brokerage by the California Department of Real Estate. License # 01254853 exp.3/14/09

MODERN HIGHRISE CONDOMINIUM COMPLEX**AMSI** (downtown / civic / van ness) $5090 2bd

Location: Sutter & Franklin, San Francisco The property features: - Two bedrooms - Two bathrooms - Fully equipped kitchen - Health Club/ Sauna / Jacuzzi - 24 hour security - Tennis - Garden views - Pets: No - Parking: Garage Household Appliances - Microwave - TV/Fast Internet service - Washer / Dryer in unit - Stove + Oven - Washer / Dryer: in unit - Iron/Ironing - Cable - Stereo/CD/DVD Quiet Two Bedroom Two Bath Garden View Condominium. The second bedroom is set up as an office with a Murphy bed. Modern kitchen & baths with marble counter tops. Hi-Tech sound system for TV, VCR, CD. Washer and Dryer in the unit. Carpeting throughout. Marble floors in kitchen and entryway. Includes high speed internet and bi-monthly housecleaning services. A lovely and spacious condo. The Sutterfield is one of the cities finest buildings. There is 24 hour security, health club, sauna and jacuzzi. It is centrally located in the Van Ness corridor. Convenient public transportation all around and just a quick walk to Japantown. Movie theatres nearby and the supermarket is so close you don't even have to leave the building. 3 month minimum reservation on this property only! Sorry, definitely no pets. To see our other fabulous furnished properties: - check on our website: http:\\www.amsires.com - click here for all furnished listings from AMSI! If you need more information, please send us an email: stars@amsiemail.com or visit our office, we are located at 2800 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94109 from Monday through Friday between 9am to 5pm. American Marketing Systems, Inc. is a licensed Real Estate Brokerage by the California Department of Real Estate. License # 01254853 exp.3/14/09

Need a vacation after the Holidays?? Cabo on the Beach -Awesome!! $225 2bd

Beautiful 2bd,2ba oceanfront Las Mananitas condo. Picked as the number on non-hotel location. Tennis, gym, putting greens, 3 pool and spas, swim up bars. Has everything you would want....just bring your toothbrush...close to everything....sleeps up to 8....and an extra day bed on the meranda...just under 2200 sq ft of space. We can be reached at 925-963-4070 or email at cosomobeachvacations@comcast.net Thanks and look forward to hearing from you....Christmas,New Years & Thanksgiving 2008 is still avail ??? These dates are the most highest damanded... Specials!! Certain Dates, Priced to rent...$225-325 depending on season... More Pic's are available in you are interested... In addition, we also have another condo located in the same area and backs to the golf course and just across the street from the beach/ocean if that is of interest...BTW, with Oil prices the way they are,air line tickets are way cheaper than flying to Hawaii right now.... Thanks for your interest....

Share 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apt/Condo – Pool, Tennis, Washer/Dryer (walnut creek) $675

My current Roommate is getting married and moving out so I’m looking for a new person to share the Apartment with. Here are the details… Available Mid September, 1 room in a 2 bedroom apartment/condo. Shared Bathroom Parking Pass Large Family room/ Kitchen Single Level, only one shared wall. Washer/Dryer in Apartment Pool and Tennis courts on site Here is the complex’s website: http://www.sunsetparkofwalnutcreek.com/index.cfm Absolutely NO Pets, No Smoking, No Drugs, No Drunks, No live in Boyfriends etc. and No Drama. Please Bancroft and Treat, Across from Safeway, 10 min walk to P-Hill Bart. Rent $675 Downpayment $500 Utilities – Spilt About me: Christian, Female, Professional, Not Single and Not Looking. Preferred Co-renter: Female, Student or Professional. INCOME VERIFICATION REQUIRED. Please e-mail me about yourself and I’ll get back to you. Thanks

Furnished/Medical/Japanese Students Roommates (sunset / parkside) $799 4bd

Fully furnished private room available in safe peaceful charming neighborhood near the beautiful Ocean Beach! Amazing Ocean views, Sunset/Sunrise. Available September 1st for monthly sublet or Fall Semester. Shorter term negotiable. The neighborhood: One block to buses Safe charming peaceful Walk one block to lively neighborhood: Five minute bus ride or walk to Ocean Beach! Five short blocks to Park/Recreation Center with: Free Tennis Courts/Lessons, Basketball, Table Tennis, Soccer/Field, Volleyball Supermarket, Sandwich Shops, Delis Outdoor Farmers Market with very cheap Fresh Fruit/Produce Wonderful Restaurants and Sushi Bar Banks include Bank of America Irish Pub, Music, Pool, Dancing The Room available, Upper Level Ocean views. Fully Furnished Quality Pillow Top Mattress Sets Bedding/Linens High Speed Internet Cable/Color TV with Remote Pottery Barn Whitewashed Desk Task Chair Dorm Frig Microwave Dresser Lamp The House: Fully furnished very cozy High Speed Internet Free Washer/Dryer Modern Kitchen with Dishwasher/Marble Counters/Maple Cabinets Bathroom/Marble Floor/Soaking Tub/Shower Ample Street Parking Share utilites. Transportation: 10 Minutes to UCSF Medical Center 10 Minutes to SF State University 35 Minutes to Downtown on NJudah/16 Express during peak hours 45-50 Minutes to Financial District on 71 Noriega regular bus Easy going Japanese International/Medical/Working Students, not home much. Respectful, friendly, honest. Career oriented focused on School Sorry; No Couples, Drugs, Smoking or parties. Please send a detailed email about yourself with dates needed, work/school/age/ Must send an introduction and contact telephone/cell number to receive a responce due to spammers/time constraints, I'm swampted with School/Work now,no time to call everyone. Photos welcome. Thank you and good Luck on your search!