Marketing a Coastal Maine Estate to TEXAS’ Elite A Blueberry-themed Dallas Event Showcases a Sweet New England Escape
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hile the stunning 40-acre estate and blueberry farm of 176 Mill Street may sit in Rockport, Maine, Dallas-based International Real Estate expert Angela Downes instantly saw the grand and distinctive property captivating the heart of a Texan. In her mind’s eye, its destiny was clear: The perfect summer escape from the Texas heat for a family with widespread roots; or maybe an idyllic corporate retreat for one of the Lone Star State’s 50+ Fortune 500 organizations. But how to make it happen? By hosting a Texassized soirée, of course. September 2018 saw a select invited group of society and business figures coming together
at the fabled five-star Hôtel St. Germain in Dallas, Texas, to celebrate and discover 176 Mill Street. Hosted by top-producing Virginia Cook REALTOR® Angela Downes, the evening featured blueberry-inspired cocktails and bites. Guests mingled and enjoyed a Hollywood-caliber short film on the property and an informational presentation by Ms. Downes. The goal was not to simply pitch the property, but for guests to truly understand 176 Mill Street with all their senses. Flowers in tones of blues, lavender and white perfumed the air, while each aperitif and appetizer brought to life the abundant blueberry fields of this coastal Maine estate.
From the striking hand-addressed custom invitations designed by MDVC Creative exclusively for the event, the five-star venue and the thoughtfully planned menu, guests were delighted at every turn. By curating a targeted guest list of Dallas, Fort Worth-based individuals who met specific criteria — for example, an interest or investments in coastal Maine — Ms. Downes was able to ensure the property was exposed to only qualified buyers. Identifying and creating truly unique opportunities to connect buyers and sellers to their ideal properties is the primary goal of Ms. Downes, whose exclusive listings also include 22, 2.5acre home sites surrounding polo fields in North Texas.
Virginia Cook, Realtors based Angela Downes excels at thinking out of the traditional Real Estate box Creating stand-out listings. THAT is the focus of Angela Downes’ 21+ year career as a REALTOR for clients seeking to buy or sell high-end properties. She loves to personify homes, creating characters that tell their story, assigning song lyrics to properties based on the vibe and feel. In today’s marketing-saturated world, Angela knows that creativity is required for success. She connects each client to distinct and unique spaces by identifying the ideal match for their personal style and taste. From marketing home lots surrounding polo fields to managing the sale of a brand-new 49-townhome development, and listing estates from Texas to Maine, Angela brings in-depth expertise to successfully sell many property types. With a focus on luxury real estate, Angela has pioneered what it means to be a REALTOR in today’s marketing-heavy world and delivers creative strategies to genuinely capture buyer attention including mini-films, events, and advertisements across unique channels. From pioneering high quality scripted films, hosting lavish events to celebrate her listings and foretelling the internet marketing wave, Angela has expanded and retooled how agents and property owners think about selling Real Estate. A soughtafter speaker on property marketing as well one of the most established professionals in the industry, Angela Downes is the go-to agent for many across not only Texas but the nation and internationally.
Angela Downes, CLHMS Virginia Cook REALTORS, Top 30 Producer Best Real Estate Agent • D Magazine, 2015, 2016, 2018 Cell: 214-505-4289 Office: 214-696-8877 Fax: 214-691-7779 ADownes@VirginiaCook.com For Media inquiries or to book Angela Downes please contact Will Kolb Urbane Spin Williampatrickkolb@gmail.com 214-418-5881
She leverages her membership in the Dallas Builders’ Association, the Luxury Marketing Council and the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing to create relationships that benefit her clients. For more information on Angela Downes and her listings visit: https://www.virginiacook.com/angela-downes
5950 Sherry Lane, Suite 110, Dallas, Texas 75225 www.virginiacook.com
The Ideal Match for Your Individual Tasteâ„¢ Angela Downes, CLHMS 214-505-4289 ADownes@VirginiaCook.com
5950 Sherry Lane, Suite 110 Dallas, TX 75225