Holiday Home in Israel for Scottsdale Families
Holiday Home in Israel for Scottsdale Families
Scottsdale is itself a holiday destination, so local families know what makes a second home work: easy arrivals, reliable upkeep, and a location you truly enjoy. Many Valley families travel to Israel for festivals, family celebrations, or long summer stays, and some decide that owning a holiday home makes more sense than renting each time. This guide explains how Scottsdale families can choose a location, which apartment features matter most, how to care for the property from Arizona, and whether renting it out between visits is worthwhile.
When Scottsdale Families Travel
Because Scottsdale summers are so hot, many Valley families like to travel to Israel in summer, when the Mediterranean coast offers sea breezes and Jerusalem has cool evenings. Others travel for the High Holidays or Passover.
Your usual travel season should guide your choice of location.
Locations Worth Considering
Herzliya and Netanya offer beaches close to Ben Gurion Airport. Caesarea combines a seaside setting with golf, which appeals to Scottsdale golfers. Jerusalem is ideal for festival and family visits. Eilat offers Red Sea diving and desert landscapes that may remind you of Arizona, though with a very different sea view.
Herzliya and Netanya for beaches
Caesarea for golf and the sea
Jerusalem for festivals
Eilat for the Red Sea
Features That Matter
An elevator, parking, and a safe room make visits comfortable. Shaded balconies and strong air conditioning are important in summer. For observant families, walking distance to a synagogue is essential.
Choose a layout with room for guests if you host relatives.
Scottsdale owners who love outdoor living often prioritize a large balcony or rooftop terrace, which becomes the Israeli equivalent of a desert patio for evening meals with family.
Caring for the Home from Arizona
Building committee fees and municipal arnona continue all year. A caretaker can check the apartment, handle repairs, and prepare it before you arrive.
With Israel usually nine or ten hours ahead of Scottsdale, set up clear communication routines with your caretaker.
Renting Between Visits
Some owners rent their holiday home when they are not using it. Short-term rentals are common in tourist areas like Eilat and Tel Aviv but are subject to local rules and require active management.
Discuss rental income with an Israeli tax advisor and a US CPA, and let your lawyer prepare agreements.
Purchase Process
Buying a second home in Israel uses the same legal route as any purchase: your own lawyer, checks at the registry, a signed contract, and registration. Tax on a second home can be treated differently from a main residence, so ask your advisors before making an offer.
Your lawyer will also confirm that the apartment matches its permits before you sign.
Travel Logistics from the Valley
Flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor connect through larger hubs, so the journey is long. Many families plan extended stays to make the trip worthwhile, and keep clothing and household basics in the apartment to travel lighter.
A simple departure checklist, covering water, electricity, shutters, air conditioning settings, and the key holder, keeps the apartment secure between trips. Durable, easy-care furnishings suit a home that stands empty for part of the year.
Some Scottsdale families also leave a folder in the apartment with contact details for the caretaker, building committee, and local service providers, so that relatives using the home can manage without calling Arizona.
Frequently asked questions
Is Caesarea a good holiday home location
Caesarea appeals to those who enjoy golf, the sea, and a quieter setting, though it is farther from city life.
Can I rent my holiday home to visitors
It may be possible, subject to local rules and building regulations. Plan management and taxes in advance.
What ongoing costs should I expect
Arnona, building committee fees, utilities, insurance, and maintenance continue throughout the year.
How do I manage the home from Scottsdale
A caretaker or manager can handle repairs, check the apartment, and prepare it before your visits.
Elkayam Group
Elkayam Group is the name under which Kobi Elkayam Real Estate Ltd operates from Rival Street, Tel Aviv. With a family history since 1945 and three generations in the field, we are active in development, urban renewal, pinui-binui, TAMA 38, and combination and complex deals, supported by backing companies and partners that can provide guarantees. We work in Hebrew, English, and French.
Looking for a holiday home in Israel Contact Elkayam Group from Scottsdale.
+972-53-658-4252 · support@kobielkayamrealestateltd.com · Rival St 37, Tel Aviv