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Eclectic Elements

Celebrating 15 years as a leader in design and furniture, Eclectic Elements continues to service its clientele from around the globe. With an eye for viewing design as a way of life Monica Suleski, founder of Eclectic Elements, provides high profiled clients and local residences a turnkey operation. Eclectic Elements is your one stop luxury living destination with a dynamic array of in stock luxury furnishings and decorative accessories. The company has three prominent divisions that include a full service interior design firm, furniture rentals for real estate and production staging and a division that offers fully furnished luxury waterfront estates available for rentals. Located in Coral Gables, the expansive 20,000 square foot showroom features hundreds of styles of furniture. With her savvy design technique and her highly experienced team of interior designers, Monica is able to transform a home into a luxury modern residence in just days! Integrating businesses, she dually offers exquisitely furnished and unfurnished luxury waterfront estates for short/long-term rental and sale. If a celebrity needs to relocate to Miami on assignment, Monica can provide a stunning home inside and out. The homes feature world-class furnishings available for sale or rent designed by Eclectic Elements. So not only is she able to provide the posh pad but can also impeccably dress it. Her clients include numerous celebrities, personalities, Fortune 500, production companies, and anyone who wishes to experience the South Beach lifestyle. Her designs have graced popular television and movies productions such as: TV stations-MTV USA and Europe, Bravo, HGTV, Univision, Galavision, Telemundo, Playboy, CBS, for such programs as MTV Cribs, Burn Notice, Miami Vice, Sweet 16, and various music videos and reality shows. Suleskiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home, a 10,000 sq. ft. glass house, is a reflection of her personal style; modern and chic. With the current real estate influx business continues to flourish for this eclectic entrepreneur.

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The San Marco Modern Glass Estate, a beautiful modern glass home that Monica designed, is situated on the Venetian Causeway, and is truly an architectural gem. With Biscayne Bay as its backyard, the design of the furniture is sleek and contemporary while rich in texture and tone. The harmonious balance created between the furniture, art and architectural details are common throughout the residence. It has one hundred and twenty feet of spectacular city and bay views. It contains 7 bedrooms and bathrooms. It is a composition of simplicity, beauty and serenity. This two-story contemporary residence features a unique open-concept design inclusive of a great room, living, dining, music and game areas unified by polished natural stone. It has soaring ceilings and 30 ft. glass walls, a modern gourmet kitchen, wood floors, see-through walkways, stainless steel onyx walls, and a negative edge infinity black bottom pool.

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Top Four Major League Baseball Player’s Fabulous Homes All photo credit: TopTen Real Estate

ADRIAN BELTRE Bath(s): | Square Footage: 16,600 | Price: $19,500,000 Entering his second season in a Texas Rangers uniform, Adrian Beltre remains one of the best third basemen in the American League. He has gone over 100 RBI’s each of the past two seasons and was an All-Star in those two years. He will be entering his 14th MLB season with his fourth team. Beltre spent his first seven season in the majors with the Los Angeles Dodgers. His home in Bradbury, just 30 minutes outside of Los Angeles, is valued at $19.5 million. The mansion is situated on 4.16 acres with 16 bathrooms and seven bedrooms. It is located in the gated community of the Bradbury Estates. This Mediterranean-style home has a circular driveway with a breathtaking entry-way consisting of a 35’ painted ceiling. The inside has a rec room with a batting cage. There is an eight-car garage, a private pool and a spectacular view of the city. The home also has a 2,500 square foot guest house with three beds and two baths. Outside, there are golf greens, a tennis court and a basketball court. . | Photo courtesy of TopTenRealEstateDeals.com.

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BARRY LARKIN Bed(s): 6 | Bath(s): 13 | Square Footage: 14,477 | Price: $10,900,000 As the most recently inducted member into the baseball Hall of Fame, Barry Larkin had one of the best careers of any shortstop in baseball history. Larkin spent all 19 of his major league seasons with the Cincinnati Reds and was the first 30-30 (30 home runs and 30 stolen bases) shortstop in the history of baseball. He was a local kid, born and raised in Cincinnati. While he called Cincinnati home his entire life, Larkin currently resides in Orlando, Florida in a $10.9 million mansion that is up for sale. This 14,500 square foot home is built on 2.8 acres on the amazing Lake Chase. The fun here begins outside as there is a lighted tennis court, outdoor basketball court, four-boat dock and a three jet-ski dock. There is also a full outdoor kitchen with a theater and fireplace. Moving inside, there are 13 bathrooms and six bedrooms. Among the activities on the inside is a disco lounge, private gym, pool, spa, full bar and a stage room. One of the best aspects of this house is the view of Lake Chase at sunset and nightly fireworks from Disney and Universal which can be seen from almost anywhere on the property. . Â | Photo courtesy of TopTenRe-

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JONATHAN PAPELBON Bed(s): 4 | Bath(s): 3 | Square Footage: 2,500 | Price: $3,100,000 After spending his first seven Major League seasons with the Boston Red Sox, Jonathan Papelbon is now entering his first season in Philadelphia with the Phillies. He was an All-Star four consecutive seasons from 2006-2009. He has 219 career saves and a 2.33 career earned run average, making him one of the most dominant closers over the past seven years. The four-year $50 million contract Papelbon signed over the winter means his home in Boston is up for sale. The $3.1 million pad on Beacon Street is located real close to Fenway Park. This penthouse, located in downtown Boston is 2,500 square feet with marble and hardwood flooring as well as custom cabinetry. This four bedroom, three bath also has a nursery with two seats from Fenway Park included. The kitchen is filled with the finest appliances and copper fixtures. There is access to a roof, via an elevator where there are two deck tops. One of the decks has a hot tub overlooking the Charles River Basin and the downtown area. Â | Photo courtesy of TopTenRealEstateDeals.com.

WALT WEISS Bed(s): 6 | Bath(s): 8 | Square Footage: 10,668 | Price: $3,999,000 This former Rookie of the Year, All-Star and World Series champion had a successful 14-year Major League career from 19887-2000. He played for four different teams and had over 1,200 hits. He spent the middle of his career with the Colorado Rockies from 1994-1997. His home in nearby Castle Rock, Colorado is now up for sale and valued at $3.999 million. The highlight of this home is the large baseball diamond in the backyard and the indoor batting cage. With perfectly manicured grass and dirt around each base, Walt has a state-of-the-art ball diamond with a big league feel to it. In his backyard! The property is set on 73 acres and is 10,668 square feet. With multiple swimming pools, a full basketball court and a beautiful mountain view, this house is an outdoor delight. There are six bedrooms and eight baths along with a seven car garage. The batting cage on the inside of the home tops it off. . Â | Photo courtesy of TopTenRealEstateDeals.com.

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ISLANDS FOR SALE White Island Grenada, Caribbean Approximately half a mile from the picturesque island of Carriacou is White Island, a tropical paradise of sandy beaches, tropical flora and surrounded by coral reef systems. The clear Caribbean waters are warm and inviting, and the great diving, snorkeling, fishing in the perfect year-round temperatures in the Grenadines make White Island ideal for a personal retreat. The unique geological formation of the island allows for stunning hilltop views, and a variety of interesting locations for a luxury home, as the development of one residence is permitted on the island. On nearby Carriacou, a small and charming island of just 7,000 residents, a laid-back culture and casual shops and restaurants will provide a colorful escape from solitude. A small airport connects Carriacou to the main island of Grenada, where after a 20-minute flight you’ll find an international airport and all of the amenities you’ll need to enjoy your island retreat. White Island is offered at US $4.5M, and reasonable offers will be considered............................................................. US $30,000,000

Emerald Cay Turk & Caicos There’s nothing like it in the whole Caribbean – maybe even in the world. A spectacular villa complex connecting to the mainland by a remotecontrolled bridge, like an elaborate castle distanced from the world by a clear turquoise moat, Emerald Cay is truly one of the most luxurious private islands ever constructed. Perhaps surprisingly, this extraordinary property isn’t found in the glamorous Bahamas or BVI – but in the Turks and Caicos, a languid chain of isles home to less than 40,000 inhabitants. The larger Caicos are composed of six large islands that are home to more than 80% of the country’s population, and a few well-known resorts like Pine Cay, a sprawling 800-acre private island offering the barefoot luxury of the Meridian Club, and Parrot Cay, a highly exclusive island hideaway favoured by royalty and Hollywood celebrities. The most populated island in the Caicos, Providenciales – most often referred to as Provo – is the bustling tourism hub of the country, offering golf courses, fine dining, and a character that many say is reminiscent of the Florida Keys. It’s just metres from Provo across the unique swing bridge that you’ll find Emerald Cay. Six years of construction resulted in a magnificent estate with approximately 30,000 square feet of elegantly designed interiors. No luxury was spared in Emerald Cay’s creation – a home theatre, 3-storey library, 6,000 bottle wine cellar, two adjoining swimming pools with a waterfall, and tennis and volleyball courts are just some of the luxurious features.................................................................................................................................................................................................................. US $48,500,000 Upscale Living Magazine |

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Casa de las Fuentes Homosassa, Florida

Scott Island British Colombia, Canada

Historic Spanish-Mediterranean style home on 46 acre Island located in the quaint fishing village of Homosassa, Florida just minutes to the open waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Privately gated and fenced this home is 11,000 square feet under roof including two garages. The 20,000 square feet of cobblestone brick parking area and lagoon nature paths provide an exquisite foreground. A 4000 square foot party area is located at ground level with chiseled marble floors throughout. This home features two custom pre-cast staircases with marble accents as well as an elevator. An inside wood burning fire pit is located adjacent to the downstairs summer kitchen. Kitchen displays custom cypress cabinets and a chef style six burner Wolf range with oven. Thirty-six gas torches surround the entertainment and fire pit area.. Solar radiant floor heating has been installed throughout entire home as well as zoned central heat and air. Maids quarters are also located on 1st floor with full bath. Entry to main floor displays a seventeen foot Bronze mermaid fountain to entertain as you ascend a marble staircase to the balcony overlooking the courtyard outside and the fountain below. A set of Mahogany beveled glass French doors stand graciously over black walnut floors that extend throughout the entire main floor with the exception of traditional cherry in the Master bedroom. This remarkable home has four baths on main floor with travertine floors and showers. This Spanish-Mediterranean style home has thirty-two custom made four inch thick black walnut doors with all handmade brass hardware. Private octagon office in west wing is solid black walnut from floor to ceiling with custom built in display cases and bookcases. Gourmet kitchen has Wolf and Subzero appliances with marble floors and a breakfast porch over looking three lagoons with bronze fountains and cobblestone walkways. Antique chandeliers illuminate the interior including the walk-in closets which are custom built from aromatic cedar. Massive handcarved furnishings enhance the 12 foot ceilings with majestic beam work and molding details. Also enjoy a surround sound stereo system in every room on both levels. Even with all of the amenities and attention to detail you cannot overlook the breathtaking views from every window in this unique home. To look out over the water and the islands of the Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge is truly indescribable. Acreage allows for construction of two private homes with separate guest quarters/ accessory buildings......................................................................................... US $7,900,000

This secluded and enchanting Island known as “Scott Island” is situated in Stuart Channel (Latitude 48° 58’ N, Longitude 123° 41’ W) in a North/South direction being about 4.8 kilometres (3 miles) North East of Chemainus, Vancouver Island in an area known as the ‘banana belt’ of the Gulf Islands of British Columbia. The Island Beautifully treed (Arbutus aka Madrona, Maple, Fir, Oak, Pine, Juniper) Scott Island is approximately 5.26 acres (2.13 hectares) being level and mostly in its Natural state with low bank frontage and sandy-shell beaches and interesting figurative sand stone outcroppings. There is casual landscaping - lawns, shrubs, pond, fruit trees immediately about the house. There are easy walking trails and easy ocean access throughout the island. The Island and the area have a great variety of marine, bird and wild life. The west side has a launching area for boats or equipment delivery via barge. There is also a Tennis court and six outbuildings. The self-contained Island, all buildings and equipment have been very well maintained. A major feature of the Island is the protected all tide Harbour! Residence Sited at the ocean’s edge to take advantage of the incredible views and sunsets, this modern, attractive, spacious two-level West-Coast-style home of 4,541 square feet (422 square metres) has five bedrooms and six bathrooms, open kitchen-dining-family room, separate living room with brick fireplace, great room/entertainment room of octagon shape. There is also an adjoining self-contained caretakers wing of 1,644 square foot (153 square metres) having two bedrooms and two bathrooms, open kitchen-dining-living rooms. All main rooms in both sections open onto large wrap around deck areas and all upstairs bedrooms have balconies. Outstanding South West views from most rooms! There is also a basement for storage and mechanical equipment. All furnishing, appliances, fittings, utensils and equipment are included. Ready for you to move in! Outbuildings Six outbuildings - storage, workshop, water collection and treatment, sewer treatment system, generator. All related equipment will be included............................................................................ CAD $4,900,000

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KATHARINA HEPBURN HOME - Old Saybrook, CT

Exuding a passion for life like few others, Katharine Hepburn created a special presence wherever she went. When she opened her mouth to speak, we hung on in anticipation. Charming, genteel and with barely contained enthusiasm, Katharine Hepburn was one of those remarkable women with a style of her own and a mind of her own who lived life her own way. One could tell that even at her most demure, it was hard to restrain the passion that was always churning just below the surface. Remember? The common denominator that propelled her work to excellence and her heady relationships with the great loves of her life, Howard Hughes and especially Spencer Tracy . . was passion! The truly memorable people we experience have it. This beautiful waterfront property in Old Saybrook has been in the Hepburn family since 1913, where she spent her summers, but lived full time for seven years until her death at the age of 96 in 2003. One can’t help but grin at the picture of Katharine next to her beloved “Keep Out” sign at the entrance. Even though the original house was destroyed by a hurricane in 1938, the rebuild and later total renovaUpscale Living Magazine | April 2012 Luxury Real Estate 24

tion holds special charm. We know how she would have loved the wonderful flying geese suspended above the stairwell by later owners. Ms. Hepburn was also an avid artist, producing hundreds of paintings, many we’re sure, were inspired by this wonderful place. Though the White House was quick to deny, rumors run rampant that the Obamas have been seriously evaluating this home for a possible future purchase. A point of much current political back-biting, other past presidents have owned wonderful family getaway homes without controversy, and it seems that anyone who could survive even one term as an American president deserves a beautiful home for their family whose lives have also been upturned for the duration. Besides, Malia Ann and Sasha already have friends in the neighborhood, and think how romantic for Michelle and Barack to sit out on the pier at night mesmerized by the nearby flickering lighthouse. | Photo courtesy of TopTenRealEstateDeals.com. _______________________________________________________ Bed(s): 6 | Bath(s): 8 | Square Footage: 8,368 | Price: $28,000,000

COCO CHANEL ESTATES

One magestic and beautiful property today in the market, is no other than Coco Chanel’s romantic estate, Villa La Pausa, in the South of France! Overlooking the Mediterranean and located in Cap Martin, Mademoiselle Chanel lovingly supervised the building of this majestic estate that would later play host to many an illustrious guest. World renowned artists, writers and musicians such as Stravinsky, Cocteau, Picasso, Bonnard, Luchino Visconti and Somerset Maugham were regular guests from 1929 to 1953 while she was in residence. Emery Reves, well-known literary agent and collector, later purchased the home when it once again became host to famous personalities including Sir Winston Churchill, the Duke of Windsor, Noel Coward, Aristotle Onassis, Greta Garbo, Rose Kennedy, as well as Graham Sutherland, Prince Rainier and Princess Grace among many others. This home has always been filled with music, art, romance and history and is located in one of the most romantic spots on earth.

The surrounding area is filled with delights so numerous one’s only possible complaint could be sensory overload. From the Casino in Monte Carlo for sophisticated entertainment to a picnic of cheese and wine on the herb carpeted hills above, romance is always in the air. Take a drive on the Grand Corniche to discover the walled town of Eze, perched on its pinnacle rising from the sea, or spend Fridays at the outdoor market in Ventimigelia. Shop the flower markets in the Old Town in Nice or nibble warm chocolate filled croissants from Monsieur Petite’s on the waterfront in Villefranche. Yes, in this home and its marvelous surrounds, this is romance! | Photo courtesy of TopTenRealEstateDeals.com.

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SAN FRANCISCO & GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE VIEWS - Belvedere Island, CA

Thoughts turn to romance while enjoying your after-dinner brandy and coffee on the terrace, looking across the water to the lights of the Golden Gate Bridge while listening to the fog horns announcing an incoming wall of haze. Just thinking of that scenario will always create the warm, yet exciting, stirrings of romance. Even more romantic, you can hear the wavelets lapping at the seawall below while passionate flamenco from Carlos Montoya’s guitar drifts over you. Is that enough stage setting, or do you want to move it to the deep soaking tub where the candles are lit overlooking the same romantic view? We won’t go on . . but you can. This brand new home located on one of the most enchanting spots on earth will easily illicit goosebumps to the most jaded. With each room decorated by a competing top decorator in a new Decorator’s Showcase, it’s even easier to feel the magic. Yes, the home is pure glamour all the way, offering every conceivable luxury for elegant entertaining, comfortable family time and especially, fostering roUpscale Living Magazine |

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mance. When paired with on-the-water views of San Francisco, the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, Sausalito and the Bay Bridge, whether by day or by night, it’s hard to imagine being anywhere more lovely. This is the home to make you forget all your worldly cares the moment you step inside. It is also the place, where by its mere ambiance, will remind you of the days when romance was your number one priority. Like few other homes can, this home will make you realize that this is the perfect motivator to rethink your current priorities. | Photo courtesy of TopTenRealEstateDeals.com.

_______________________________________________________ Bed(s): 7 | Bath(s): 11 | Square Footage: 15,500 | Price: $45,000,000

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68-1070 Honokaope Way - Hawaii The seamless integration of architecture, landscape and interior design give this spectacular estate an open tropical feel that immediately invokes relaxation. The home rests on a gentle cliff top overlooking the ocean and is the definition of indoor/outdoor living. The home is designed for many to enjoy quiet and privacy. The grandly scaled media room, workout room with sauna, and office are all appointed with state of the art equipment and technology. Two outside covered sleeping areas beckon leisurely afternoons. A magical courtyard contrasts the dramatic oceanfront setting, and carved Indonesian temple entries frame door and garden entrances. The pool and spa look out over the Pacific and lush tropical planting, water features and koi ponds lend serenity. This home is offered fully furnished with impeccable interior design elements: extensive recessed lighting; custom glass fixtures; focal art from Hawaiian artists; accessories from around the world; mahogany casework, trim and doors; travertine floors; stone counters. This magnificent property provides the ultimate luxury island escape. It is incredibly private yet has the recreation conveniences of Hawaiiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s world-class resorts very close by. SELLING PRICE: $12,900,000 ___________________________________________ Credit: Brodie Callender - MacArthur & Company Sothebyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s International Realty. Photo courtesy of TopTenRealEstateDeals.com.

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219 Ocean Bl - Golden Beach, Florida This ultramodern +/-7795 SF oceanfront estate on park-like grounds showcases granite and wood floors, curved walls and ceilings, a spectacular cantilevered floating staircase, and an amazing glass-enclosed suspended second floor bridge and family room. Daylight streams in from multiple skylights making the interior cheerful and bright. Wonderful features and amenities abound in this stunning home such as a media room, gym, European kitchen and formal dining room. Even more amazing is the two-story oceanfront guest house with electronic roof that exposes the artist studio. An infinity-edge pool visually connects to ocean and white sand private beach. You will always experience be best in privacy and security inside this walled property, also protected by custom stainless steel gates.

SELLING PRICE: $13,500,000

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