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Welcome FR OM THE PRESIDENT
Are You Watching? Tell-tale Signs Home prices began to rise in 2012, as the market saw a dwindling supply of existing homes for sale and homebuilders began ramping up construction of new homes. The increasing costs of material and labor—now in high demand—are contributing to increasing prices, as well. Mark Wilson
It’s Economics 101: A classic case of supply vs. demand. London Bay Homes experienced a good year in 2012. In Mediterra, Naples’ seven-time Community of the Year, sales exceeded $100 million. We have eight new model homes under construction for our seasonal
President, London Bay Homes
MEDITERRA SALES will surpass $100 million
BY YEAR END.
guests to visit in 2013. History tells us when existing inventory Decreasing inventory and rising prices
dips below a six-month supply, we
are strong indicators that the housing
transition into a seller’s market. We are
market has turned the corner. In fact,
very confident this will be the case in
just last year, second-quarter home
the new year and that values are likely
prices rose by the largest percentage
to appreciate annually 10 to 12 percent.
in seven years nationally. Savvy buyers paying attention to these In Naples, pending and closed sales
signs are sensing the urgency and are
in the $500,000 to $1 million market
buying now.
each rose by 16 percent between August 2011 and August 2012.
The team at London Bay Homes looks
Inventory decreased 13 percent
forward to working together to build the
and prices increased 10 percent.
home of your dreams. Let’s get started.
Private Label Living is our commitment to innovative design, superior customer service and incomparable luxury homes in Southwest Florida.
The Founders Club S A R A S OTA , F L O R I DA
What Our Residents Are Saying Wonder what it’s like to live in The Founders Club, Sarasota’s traditional private golf and social club community? Our residents love to share their experiences: “We have been golf members for four years, and two years ago we were thrilled to become the first London Bay homeowners in The Founders Club after purchasing their Isabella model. Dealing with London Bay was wonderful.” “Golf at The Founders Club is a great experience. We played the course just after it opened and decided this was the place for us. The practice facilities are second to none, and the Golf Hall is exceptional. We dine there regularly, often with the great friends we have made here at The Founders Club.” — Alan (and Gail) Clifford
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“The practice
FACILITIES are second to none, and
THE GOLF HALL is exceptional.”
For golfers and non-golfers alike, The Founders Golf and Social Club offers superior amenities in a classically elegant clubhouse.
Mediterra N A P L E S , F L O R I DA
Here We Grow Again! Mediterra, named Naples’ No. 1 community seven times, continues to focus on introducing excellent experiences to members and residents. Right now,
The Tavern is
the popular Tavern at Mediterra is undergoing an
EXPANDING
expansion that will add a summer kitchen on the
and will bring
lower level and double outdoor dining areas.
The expanded facility will offer brick-oven pizzas,
NEW SAVORY OPTIONS
seasonal salads, grilled entrees and other fresh
to Mediterra.
The Tavern quickly became a favorite gathering spot for members after opening in early 2011.
food menu items. Can you say, “Yum?”
Visit MediterraNaples.com
With eight miles of trails and pathways, it’s no surprise that something as simple as taking a run is one of Mediterra’s favorite pastimes.
The Homes O F L O N D O N B AY
CHIARA WOWS The Cyber World
London Bay Homes’ Chiara model recently trended on Houzz.com after photos of its tranquil pool and pergola-shaded spa were posted on the internet’s largest interior design site. The buzz-worthy home has generated 1,686 likes and 149 comments – and counting. More than 415 visitors shared the photo with friends. The three-bedroom, 4,273-square-foot Chiara offers luxury living indoors as well, plus expansive al fresco areas that include a courtyard with fireplace off the home’s library and breakfast area, and a covered outdoor living room with a fully appointed summer kitchen and pool bath. London Bay Homes offers the Chiara and other luxurious floor plans -customized for your lifestyle -- in Southwest Florida’s premier communities, including Mediterra, Quail West, Grey Oaks, The Founders Club, The Lake Club, Miromar Lakes and more.
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“Spectacular!” “I want to live there!” “The hot tub. Pool. Perfect – and my dream!”
Timeless furniture is arranged into “conversation� groupings, with every piece perfectly coordinated in classic silks and linens.
ROMANZA INTERIOR DESIGN
The Grandkids
ARE COMING! Visiting Grandma and Grandpa is almost as good as going to a theme park for the grandchildren of one Naples couple, who designed their 8,200-square-foot home to focus on family – inside and out. These grandparents worked with London Bay Homes’ architectural experts to create a child-friendly environment, including an oversized living room, multiple dining areas and a guestroom decked out with four bunk beds, a rolling ladder and individual LED lighting controls. The pool area also makes a pint-size splash, featuring a smartphone-controlled fountain set to music and colored lighting next to a sparkling Tiffany glass-lined, infinity-edge pool.
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A traditional design,
INSPIRED by family
Dining O N T H E G U L F C OA S T
At the Clubhouse, On the Town:
WINE AND DINE NAPLES, FLORIDA
BARBATELLA is “the place” to be seen in Naples
Whether it’s a new favorite restaurant or an annual charity festival, foodies and oenophiles enjoy world-class experiences not far from Mediterra. Barbatella, the eclectic lively lounge with its popular
22-seat community table, is the new sister restaurant of nationally acclaimed Sea Salt that has already become the place to be seen in Naples. Guests enjoy creative cocktails (try the pretty Barbatella martini), regional Italian cuisine and wines, and more than a dozen flavors of homemade Italian gelato.
S A R A S O TA , F L O R I D A
The Founders Club hosts the April 4, 2013 kick-off reception for the 23rd annual Florida Winefest & Auction, a four-day event benefiting programs for at-risk children in Sarasota. Invited guests will enjoy a wine dinner in the Golf Hall and
JOIN US APRIL 4TH for the
23RD ANNUAL Florida Wine &
have the opportunity to “swirl and sip”
Balloon Festival!
under the oaks – and even smoke a
Request Ticket Information
cigar – on the Club’s expansive verandah.
MOVE-IN READY HOMES Nap l e s , Fl o r ida
THE CLAIBORNE
•
THE QUARRY
9226 Marble Stone Drive
Reduced by
5,305 AC Sq. Ft.
$1,755,000
6,983 Total Sq. Ft. 4 bedroom Den, Office, Game Room
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THE CHIANTI III
1473 Anhinga Pointe
Reduced by
5,905 AC Sq. Ft.
$700,000
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5 Full, 1 Half baths
PRICED AT
3-Car Garage
$1,995,000
ESTUARY AT GREY OAKS
8,911 Total Sq. Ft. 4 Bedrooms Den, Game Room 5 Full, 2 Half Baths
PRICED AT
3-Car Garage
$4,280,000
THE CHIARA
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QUAIL WEST
6091 Sunnyslope Drive
Reduced by
4,273 A/C Sq. Ft.
$1,605,000
7,108 Total Sq. Ft. 3 Bedrooms Den
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3 Full, 2 Half Baths
PRICED AT
2-Car Garage
$1,795,000
CONTACT INFORMATION Realtor Liaison/Concierge: Terri Speach terrispeach@londonbay.com 239.298.6272
Quail West, Quarry, Estuary: Paul Schmidgall paulschmidgall@londonbay.com 239.280.7367
MOVE-IN READY HOMES S a ras o ta, Fl o r ida
THE LAUREL GOLF COTTAGE
•
THE FOUNDERS CLUB
8817 Colonels Court
Reduced by
2,505 AC Sq. Ft.
$215,620
4,005 Total Sq. Ft. 3 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths Great Room
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THE ISABELLA
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Dining Room, Study
PRICED AT
3-Car Garage
$995,000
THE FOUNDERS CLUB
3206 Founders Club Drive 2,880 AC Sq. Ft. 4,300 Total Sq. Ft. 3 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths Great Room Dining Room, Study
PRICED AT
3-Car Garage
$1,123,500
THE ALEZIO
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• THE LAKE CLUB AT LAKEWOOD RANCH
7983 Matera Court
Reduced by
3,789 AC Sq. Ft.
$447,459
5,146 Total Sq. Ft. 3 Bedrooms 4 Full & 1 Half Baths Study, Courtyard Pool,
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Outdoor Kitchen
PRICED AT
2-Car Garage
$1,350,000
CONTACT INFORMATION Realtor Liaison/Concierge: Terri Speach terrispeach@londonbay.com 239.298.6272
The Founders Club: Call 941.378.0900 or email info@thefoundersclub.com
Lakewood Ranch: Therese Masseo theresemasseo@londonbay.com 941.773.3004
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